Venus Transit of the Sun- Not Gonna Write You A Love Song

 

So I wasn't going to talk about this any more, but since I had a perfect SGM Macro, I decided not to waste it. But I swear to Odin, if I miss this Venus Transit due to some f%^#$ing weather, then heads will roll. Or I may just write a sad poem in my journal and move on. Either way, we shall be quite perturbed. Neptune, you have been warned.

Apropos of nothing, isnt it crazy how people who never give a second thought to the planets and the sky are going NUTS over this? Just goes to show you, everyone secretly loves looking up at the sky and just feeling like a part of something bigger, knowing that despite how good or bad our lives may be, there is a lot more going on at any given time than our trivial little dramas.

"Yes, but what does it all MEAN, AstroGeek? How does the Transit affect us?" Well, thats where I have to sigh deeply with ennui and tell you to just go out and watch it, because getting bogged down in meaning ruins the magic of the event. 

Although I do have some talking points. As Venus rules issues of love, equality, compassion and basic humanity; and the Sun rules the limelight, freedom, what is out for all to see, and media coverage, then we can start to see hints of what's coming. 

I rarely get political on here, but I feel compelled to share what I see. And my best guess (which is all I ever offer, anything else is just me blowing smoke out of my ass) is that the big issue (at least here in the states) is going to be the issue of same-sex marriage. 

Hear me out- First of all, the transit happens in the hotspot of Gemini, one of the most famously sexually adventurous signs. The Twins could easily be construed as lovers, and in some cosmological traditions, they actually are.  When paired up with the keywords I mentioned above, a picture starts to emerge. 

What we have to ask ourselves is, Do we have the freedom to choose who we experience Love with, which is so integral to the Human Experience (which, admittedly sounds like a bad theme park ride...), even if that defies traditional gender and marriage roles? Do those who choose something dissimilar to our own choices deserve to be treated with any tolerance and respect, or should they be demonized and called abominations? Should homosexual relationships be entitled to the same benefits and freedoms that heterosexual relationships enjoy? Should homosexuals be allowed to even express their love in public, even just holding hands, kissing, or those little moments that couples share, without being subjected to hate? Is there a malicious Gay Agenda? These are questions we must answer, and answer them soon. 

As this transit happens in the house of Relationships in the USA's chart (1) this issue is deeply rooted in the American psyche. And change here will not come easily, but it will be intensely focused, deeply fought, and there will be much blustering on both sides of the issue. Now of course this is only one of many possible expressions of this, but this is the one I would bank on, due to recent events such as the federal court ruling of DOMA being unconstitutional, and the equality fight in N.C., where not only homosexuals but unmarried heterosexual couples lost their rights, and the sitting President and Vice President of the United States "coming out" in favor of same-sex equality.   

So will there be equality here? Well, lets look to the past. 1874-1882: Women got the funny idea in their heads that they should be able to vote. They got that right, and the world didn't stop spinning because of it, and now it seems silly that there was ever a time when any person (note the distinction) did not have the right to vote. Electricity began moving out of the realm of a fun distraction, and into the everyday use and commercial application. Now it is intrinsically linked in every part of our lives. It was also the start of the age of the automobile age and industry. Again, integral part of daily life in the modern world. Phones, telegraphs and other modes of communication begin linking people together around the world. Good thing that never took off or anything...

Going back even further, 1761- 1769: This time period is characterized by growing tension between colonial powers and their colonies, and the growing gap between the rich ruling class and the poor working class. This period starts what becomes known as the "Age of Revolution" and America is born shortly after, along with the famously bloody revolutions in France and Haiti. The planet Uranus is discovered soon after, shattering the old ideas of the Seven Planets in the sky and opening new doors for science. 

Those are just the past two sets of this transit. So far we have been unable to stop this transit from changing our world completely. Will we be able to this time? In my experience, Venus is the one enemy you dont want to have. When Venus gets pissed, Eris looks like a diplomat in comparison, and Sedna becomes a free love hippie. 

Today, our government is voting on whether or not women should be mandated to have the same pay as a man for doing the same work, while at the same breath there are cries of a "War on Women", specifically when it comes to reproductive issues. 

Ok, that was a little more intense and political than i had intended. But I firmly believe it needed to be said. I only wonder what side of history we will end up on.

-The AstroGeek

Written at the height of the Venus Transit of the Sun, 6-5-2012 

(1) within 3 degrees of the Descendant in the Sibly Chart (2)

(2) The most widely accepted birth chart for the USA

Lunar Eclipse in Sagittarius: The Call to Adventure

When will this ever be relevant again? Its too good to pass up.

Full Disclosure- You guys are going to be sick of me talking my head off by the end of the month. But by that time it will be Cancer and I couldn't be bothered. This month was always going to be insane, so lets just get right into it, shall we?

A Lunar Eclipse on the same day as the ridiculously overhyped, guano-steeped Transit of Venus that everyone seems to have gone crazy over. Whatever, I was talking about it before it went all mainstream (Sweet Disgruntled Bhudda, when did I become a hipster Astrologer?). But it will be a helluva show, I can promise you that. The real action, however, is going on backstage....

The lights go up...

The Sun/Moon- Interesting Astro here, to say the least. We start our show with a conjuntion/opposition to Chaos, indicating that there is serious potential to be tapped and directed for the achievement of your goals, if you can keep up with the insanity that seems to be gripping everyone around you (and you too, you just cant see it). Keep your ears pricked for any stray gossip that may lead to a big scoop. A sextile/trine to Persephone tells us that if anything is going to get done, its happening behind the scenes. Dont be afraid to step away from the limelight to give yourself a breather, you might just get a genius flash of insight or clarity. Besides, it might be the last time you get to before Jupiter kicks the door in for his big entrance into Gemini. There is a trine/sextile to Zeus, indicating that you will get a much-needed jolt of energy (read: you will feel as though you are hooked up to a Tesla coil), but so will everyone else. Be very mindful of them. An opposition/conjunction to Hidalgo indicates that emotions will most definitely be running high as well, and a trine/sextile to Atlantis shows this may be catastrophic if not channeled correctly. But y'all know better than to let this get the better of you, right?

Mercury- A trine to Saturn helps to steel the trickster's nerves, and regain focus. Its quite sobering and is good medicine, but watch for bouts of melancholy. A sextile to Bienor could make you prone to some pretty nasty shouting matches, without realizing quite how things got that bad. Take a step back, breathe, and be as serene as possible as you firmly defend your point. Give no ground. An opposition to Echeclus could introduce you to some very suspect characters. Dont get roped in to a con. By this point you should be able to smell one a mile away, though. Its not all bad news though, as an opposition to Quaoar has you very optimistic and stoqued to unleash your epicness and brilliance upon an unsuspecting populace. Dont hesitate, grab the spotlight while its shining on you. A sextile to Burney indicates that there may be more going on than what is clearly visible, with a fabricated story being presented as gospel. Be wary, especially with a trine to Damocles hanging over your head.

Venus- An exact square to Mars makes things... difficult here. There is a ton of tension, and things are ready to snap. Get ready to stand your ground. An opposition to Nemesis shows you that vengance is swift for those who indulge their hubris, they will get what they are due. Dont allow that to be you. This is reinforced by a square to Niobe. An opposition to Amycus should encourage you to be decent and relatively non-douchey. A sextile to Pelion indicates that your experience of these moments are going to be highly personal and will help to shape your character. A sextile to Lachesis shows that you need to let certain things go, and not to try to keep beating a dead horse. Let it die in peace A trine to Haumea tells us that something new is most definitely stepping up to take its place, you only need to jump for it.

Mars- Our boy is not making many friends lately, now is he? Squaring pretty much everything, and throwing us to the wolves as he gets the spreadsheets done. I do have some good news, though- We only have one more month. That's right, people, its almost over. But, for now, lets see his scene- A square to Amycus indicates that there is a serious potential for you to mistreat others, and for them to do the same to you. One you can control, one you can't. An opposition to Borasisi tells you to ignore conventional wisdom; In these times, the only guide you can rely on is your own. Go indulge your inner renegade. A trine to Vesta shows that the only things worth doing now is where you are needed, and trust me- you will be needed, wherever you are. A sextile to Osiris shows that your most valuable asset is the ability to stay calm and collected as everything goes to shit around you. There will be plenty of time to break down later, but put on a brave face and quell the chaos. A trine to Phaethon helps you to dare greatly, and challenges you to do some of the shining for a change. A sextile to Dionysius can make you a little crazy, so dont make his job any easier by indulging in booze or drugs.

Jupiter- Wow. I cannot believe its almost been a whole Jupiter transit. He is set to blast into Gemini on the 12th, and that will be a big change from what we've been doing. You think events are happening fast now? You're in for a rude awakening, my friend. Anyway, a trine to Asbolus shows you looking to your future, trying to map out your destiny and decide how to proceed from here. A trine to Pandora shows that you can make all the plans you like, but anything can still happen to knock them out of the sky. A square to Apollo has you soaking in all the benefits of living the good life, so enjoy it while it lasts.

Saturn- Saturn is not having an easy go of it either, to be honest. He starts out with a nervewracking opposition to Eris, the goddess of discord and chaos, which is pretty much the exact opposite of what Saturn stands for. You may feel as though you are fighting a hydra- whenever you cut off one head, two more grow in its place. Some creative thinking will get you out of it though. A sextile to Echeclus shows that you may not be too sure of your footing in the current paradigm. Step back and evaluate your position in order to better actualize a way to progress. A square to Varuna shows that you are not in the mood for any more skulking around in the shadows; No, you want to be out there, center stage, demanding the world take notice of you. To this, I say: "Just fucking do it!" The Astro demands that you be your own press agent. A sextile to Quaoar should help with that. A square to Hera strains your commitments and relationships, bringing a struggle for power, degenerating into a pissing contest, and hopefully ending in makeup sex (you're welcome). A trine to Amor influences this, but doesn't do enough to nullify it completely. Just remember the reasons why you fell in love with them in the first place, and give them plenty of space. A trine to Burney reminds us to check behind the curtain for the real truth, and a square to Sauer makes us quick to act wherever we find anything that reeks of impropriety. Finally, a trine to Damocles reminds us just how precarious our position really is, and scares us into taking more care.

Uranus- The big show here, of course, is the square the Mad Scientist is making to the Prince of Darkness. This will not be easy, nor will it be pretty, but it will be so balls-out amazing that it will blow your socks right the hell off. Full post with mad expeletives coming forthwith. Til then, amuse yourself with the musical stylings of the imminent sextile to Circe, pushing you to experiment in your life and take some chances, just to find out what will happen. You may be surprised at the results! For instance, I have recently developed a huge interest in permaculture, and think it may just be the coolest idea ever. This aspect is also reinforced by an opposition to Isis, which throws in the part about doing anything for love. Take that how you will.

Neptune- Well, not much to talk about here, except for the fact that he is going retrograde, right after the eclipse and super-transit! Thought you could pull one on the Astrogeek... Aside from that, however, not much to talk about. There is a conjunction to Hygeia, so take care of yourself, try to seek natural cures if at all possible rather than relying on medication. A trine to Memoria takes you for a trip down memory lane, and rehashes what brought you to this place, giving you perspective. Hopefully there aren't too many cringe-worthy moments to go over.

Stormageddon, Dark Lord of All- That seriously never gets old. Anyway, we have a sextile to Chiron, cue old wounds re-opening and new ones forming. Remember the lessons, move past the pain. A sextile to Teharonhiawako demands that you use this time to create yourself anew; its time for a comeback if you're down and out- if not, call it a reinvention. Act more like the new you than the old you. A trine to Psyche shows that you are completely flummoxed by this whole "Fifty Shades of Grey" craze. When did Sadomasochism translate into book sales? Anyway, make sure to establish a safe word before trying anything too crazy in the bedroom. A square to Isis shows that you are willing to do whatever it takes to acheive your goals, but make sure you dont get stuck in the planning stages. Action is required.

Ok guys, this is your updated map. You know where you're going, and you can do this.  

Before you go, check out the amazing Starzina and her Time of the Month Horoscope! 

 
Astra inclinant, sed non obligant   
The AstroGeek



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2012: The Road Ahead

Meh. This Astro though, for realz...

Seriously, how intense was that Eclipse? I dont know about you guys, but it was like running straight into a brick wall over here at the Skywatch.

Glossing over the missteps completely, we look to the current challenge.

Ladies and gentlemen, we are about halfway through the year. No breaks are given between eclipses this time, as we have Venus Retrograde demanding our full attention while (F@$%^!) Mars in Virgo is squaring pretty much everything. I would say that you need to act totally serene and in control as everything explodes in your face, but that would be lying. Keep your head up, breathe and move forward as best you can. This is your show, nobody else's.

Next up: Another Eclipse- only this time, it kicks you straight in the emotions.

Then: Uranus Square Pluto, the famous fuquery that is the main event of 2012, and it will redefine how we look at EVERYTHING. But more in detail as it comes. 

Ladies and Gentlemen, I want to thank you for coming on this epic Rollercoaster ride with me through this Funhouse and straight into the loony bin. It is, as always, a pleasure to help guide you in the tunnel, over the river, and through the woods.

And so we go.

Until the next round
-The AstroGeek


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Venus Retrograde: Penny in the Air...

Ah, Venus. Its been a while since we did a focus on our girl. She's been trekking through Gemini, and is poised to go Retrograde today, culminating in the coolio transit of Venus across the face of the Sun, something which has made quite a splash on the Astrology boards (and I thought we had seen the worst of it with the Cardinal Crisis...)

Anyway, this Retrograde is awesome and I am both stoqued and dreading it. Why you ask? Well, because my Disaster Bunker is currently being fumigated due to an unfortunate incident involving a colony of lobsters, a small amount of peas, and my nemesis- the dreaded Sue from Accounting (Don't ask. You REALLY don't want to know). So there goes my refuge. And this is happening in my home sign of Gemini (Represent! #TeamGemini baby!), so this time, its personal. 

Getting right into it, this Retrograde is about choices. Make no mistake, for the first time in a LONG time, you have options available to you- Options that just a short while ago you thought were completely out of reach. This is good, no? Well... that's where things get tricky. 

Here's the deal: You have done the work. You have walked the line, and while you may have slipped once or twice, you never wavered from your end goal, even when all you wanted to do was collapse and wallow in self-pity. But you did not allow that to happen. You kept going. You dug in, and this is your reward- a brand new life, on your terms. Exactly what was promised. The only thing is, this reward is also another test.

With all these wonderful choices, you are now faced with the single greatest fear of Gemini, the one that I am probably going to get kicked out of the club for talking about: The fear of Missing Out/ Making the Wrong Choice. You cant possibly have this shiny new romance while booking your emigration to Australia, or build up your savings by working 16 jobs AND trying to become a bodybuilder at the same time. Something has to give. Which can most certainly be paralyzing, and stop you from making any choice at all (which is in itself a choice). But there are other players in this drama...

Enter (hell, we cant seem to get rid of him!) Mars Ultor in Virgo! Finally, it starts to fall into place. When you have this exact situation, what do you need more than anything? Quick action, accompanied by a clear head. And to make it even more appealing, this quick action is guided by a laser focus. All the numbers have been crunched, and the most viable solution to the issue has been ascertained. Trust whatever you do, just do something! 

If only that were enough for you. No, you want to know with 100% certainty that whatever you choose is in fact the correct way to go. Enter Saturn. In a very tight trine to Venus as she stations, know that he will back your play, no matter what it is. You must make the call however. The path you choose will take you to new heights, and it will stick. 

"But Astro, it cant just be that easy" you say. And you're right! Neptune/Chiron are ganged up on you, chipping away at your confidence and reminding you of all your mistakes while showing you countless other ways that will lead you nowhere. These paths will be extremely tempting and you will want to settle for the easier way. Keep your focus.

With Uranus in a challenging position, the main thing to remember is that courage is required here. To live a life on your own terms, you have to be willing to piss off everyone who tries to get you to follow their path and sell yours. Pluto conjures up your demons to torment you as well. There are those around you at all times that want you to give up. I wont lie, it is the easier option. Jupiter promises protection however, albeit from behind the scenes. You must walk, blindly, off the edge of the cliff and take him at his word that there is a net to catch you.

"Ok, but if only there was some giant sign in the sky to tell me to do this RIGHT NOW. So I can be SURE" you say.

Oh wait, up next is a SOLAR FREAKING ECLIPSE! 

And if you still cant be bothered, go find a new astrologer to tell you that everything is going to be rosy as long as you keep funneling them money. Maybe even one who does Relationship Astrology! How lucky!!

The rest of you, get your game face on. There aint no rest for the wicked.

P.S- A couple parting thoughts. 

1. If you take a chance, then you may lose. But if you never play the game, how are you going to win?

2. The hard way is damn hard. But is nowhere near as hard as the easy way. 

3. Dont settle for anything, and you'll never have a reason to be jealous of anyone.

4. In the end, this is all up to you. You are the one who has to live with your choices. Make them count. 

5. Laugh at your fear and you can walk through fire.

6. Be shameless. Make no apologies.

7. You do not have to do this alone. You can make the choice to do so, however.

8. No, I dont do Relationship Astrology. But your ex is most likely still a shithead.

9. Go watch Starzina's Time of the Month Horoscope

A Posse Ad Esse

-The Astrogeek

Full Moon in Scorpio: The Truth About St. Petersburg? Well, I Was Never There Myself

The Force is Strong with this one...

Alright, so where are we? Oh right, the Full Moon. Ok, lets see what we've got here... Well its a Scorpio Moon. So there's that. Oh, its a Supermoon too, huh? Bitch please; We call that a perigree Moon around here. But yes, this Moon is juiced up to the max. And we're just getting started, Ladies and Gents

Diving right in...

The Sun/Moon- So lets start out with a conjunction/opposition to Lilith, so expect this Moon to bring out and stoke the fires of your rage; Be careful of when and how you express it. A trine to Astraea lends a cool, detached air to the moment however, so there may be a tendency to avoid owning your own passion to keep the peace, or avoid confrontation. An opposition to Requiem further enhances this, indicating that it would behoove you to keep calm and keep your wits about you. A sextile to Heracles allows you to use all this passion to do some really awesome things. If you know exactly what you want (which should be pretty well defined by now) then this allows you to hone in on that like a freakin' smartbomb. A conjunction to Tantalus accentuates this, helping to put it (finally) within reach. A sextile to Borasisi indicates that there is an element of illusion, but the overall vibe far outweighs it and should allow you to sniff it out almost immediately.

Mercury- Dominating the Trickster is an opposition to Saturn. The good thing here is you get fantastically clear thinking. Take the extra time to make sure you get your point across. Watch out for a poison tounge, with a sextile to Nessus in play. A trine to Echeclus allows you to have perspective on the events that are taking shape in your life, allowing you to see what brought you here, and what steps you should be taking next. A trine to Quaoar is very helpful here, as it demands a break with the past and allows you to move on. A square to Achilles challenges you to go the extra mile, and pushes you on in order to attain what you want. Finally, ending on a good note, a sextile to Venus does a lot to counter the somewhat heavy air, and helps lift your spirits. Use it to keep yourself from going insane.

Venus- A sextile to Eris pushes our girl to try new things, be a little more bold and brash, and have a great story to tell afterward. A trine to Saturn shows that this is put to good use, and helps avoid the pitfalls that Eris is infamous for. Watch out for an opposition to Nemesis, however. If you are slighted, do not go into revenge mode, put your plotting skills to more productive use (read: Karma is one crazy bitch, let her handle it). This is also kind of hinted at by a conjunction to Karma. A sextile to Bienor has the mood taking a more exuberant and uplifted mood, with issues of empowerment takingcenter stage. Watch out for a tendency to become spiteful and vindictive when slighted. A sextile to Atropos tells us that a certain cycle of your life is coming to a rapid end, and a new one is slotted to begin. A square to Eros brings about a very titillating and dynamic spirit to the moment, and is great for anythig needing an extra spark of passion. A trine to Damocles reminds us to move forward, confidently yet cautiously, as you only get one shot at getting this right.

Mars- Mars, Mars, Mars... what are we going to do with you? I would say that I'm so ready for him to get the hell out of Virgo, but then we have to deal with him in Libra (which brings in a whole 'nother round of the Cardinal Crisis). So I can live with Virgo for a while longer, but it just might make me rip my hair out in frustration. Anyway, we have a square to the Nodes, leaving you questioning if you have made the right choices and wondering where you go from here. Dont get paralyzed by the fear that things might not be perfect- Just start somewhere and build up momentum. A quincunx to Uranus help you bust out of old and dead patterns, but you need to be bold enough to take the leap into a life where you write your own rules. An opposition to Chiron helps with this, pushing you to be a maverick. Last but not least, a trine to Pluto brings out the monsters and parades them right on by, for you to smite them verily. A conjunction to Elatus helps you to not get stuck in the guano of past regrets, but instead look back and snicker. A sextile to Cyllarus stresses the need for you to play your own hero instead of waiting for some poofy white knight type to come in and "rescue" you. A sextile to Kronos keeps your goals in sight, and helps you continually make progress on them. Remember- If it can be charted, it can be conquered. Excel is your verybestfriend. A conjunction to Arachne can have you lost in the minor details. Remember that they come together to make one cohesive picture (presumably of Dogs Playing Poker).

Jupiter- Well some good news in this corner. Although we start out with a dolorous conjunction to Sedna, forcing you to step back from the center stage and do some more inner work (cue collective groans from the audience); and a somewhat painful quincunx to Saturn, challenging you to take your destiny into your own hands, we have a very positive feel here. A sextile to Varuna helps you have faith that you are on the right path, and if you take a step back, everything tends to fall into place for you. The square to Icarus is still in effect, so you may have to force yourself to take care of daily responsibilities. A square to Apollo doesn't help this much, you would much rather sit back and relax than put in the work that you need to, but the work is not without its own rewards: namely results.

Saturn- A sextile to Quaoar is effective for making lasting change in your life, starting right now. A square to Achilles is pushing you to bust ass and get to where you want to be. A very annoyed astrologer is 300% ready for Saturn in Scorpio already.

Uranus- Well, there's a trine to the North Node, lending a huge focus to what is just on the horizon for your future. And thats it.

Neptune- An opposition to Orcus has yet to dissipate, and will be a focus for some time to come, as these planets move agonizingly slowly. A square to Juno leaves you and your partner at some sort of crossroads, with nothing being really clear. It can be hard for you to understand each other, being easier to escape into your private realities rather than deal with your issues. A sextile to Vesta doesn't make this any easier, much preffering to be left alone. A trine to Hekate demands that you make your own choices now, and to take responsibility for your actions. Be aware of what you do.

Stormageddon, Dark Lord of All- Our favorite Galactic Dictator (For So Long May He Reign, Praise Him) is quite active this go-around. A sextile to Chiron hits you where it hurts, in the Ego, and forces you to face some unpleasant facts about yourself. A sextile to Niobe strengthens your self-righteousness and heightens your need to boast or revel in your utter brilliance. An opposition to Eurydike allows you to be taken in by your own hype, and enables you to be self-deluded, leading to dire consequnces. A square to Lachesis asks you to take stock of everything in your life, and to mark what is no longer needed to be cut away. This is a great time to self-prune, but make sure that you dont throw the baby out with the bathwater. Unless, you know, throwing out babies is your thing. Then by all means, turn yourself in to the nearest authorities. Finally, a trine to Hermes helps you rise above all this crap and pull this off with panache. Or is it chutney? I always get those two confused.

All in all, these are favorable stars. Not especially easy ones, but rife with potential. After this, say good-bye to Normal, as we head into Eclipse Season, and then right back into the Cardinal Crisis: Redux. Now if you'll excuse me, Im going to head to my Disaster Bunker as this Moon is taking place right over my Pluto. And you dont want to see me go full Pluto. It gets messy.

Audentes fortuna iuvat sed timidos relinquit
-The Astrogeek

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Your Songs of the Zeitgeist-

A truly great man has left the world. R.I.P. MCA