PSYCHOLOGICAL ALCHEMICAL CINEMATIC

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“Each moment of time is characteristic of a particular quality and whatever is born or done at this moment of time has the quality of this moment of time.” CG Jung, Spirit in Man



Thursday, March 30, 2017

MARCH 31-APRIL 2: CHALLENGING GEMINI MOON

After a VOID OF COURSE MORNING, the MOON ENTERS GEMINI at 12:40pm EDT on Friday, March 31 and remains here until Sunday, April 2 at 10:43am. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Opposite Saturn in Sagittarius. Actions initiated during the Void of Course hours tend not to work out as planned. This time is best utilized for inner creative work or planning future action. Themes of Communication and Travel are highlighted now for this Mercury-ruled Gemini Moon. The Winged Messenger of the Gods, however, may be undermined from outside forces, as indicated by the opposition to Saturn. Gemini is the information gatherer, oriented towards specifics. Check and double check your facts now. Sagittarius' inclination for inflation may exaggerate the Truth or augment abstractions and philosophy over details. Information flow may be impeded. Pay attention to themes of duality, either/or situations and remember to balance this perspective with the whole picture or context. Stand in the Other's shoes. Religious literalism or conservatism may undermine Gemini's logical rationalism. Gemini's myth of the twins may manifest as issues between siblings. Actions initiated during this period, especially travel plans or situations that don't marry the Gemini/Sagittarius opposition (the details and the whole picture), tend to have CHALLENGING results. Check vehicles, schedules and information before you leave the house.
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SCENE FOR THE DAY: Warrior, 2011; Director: Gavin O'Connor. Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton are Tommy and Brendon Conlan, brothers at war. Communications between the two have been damaged ever since their mother and father split. This film is a magnificent reflection of Gemini siblings who oppose each other vehemently and how they find their way to reconciliation. The first scene explains the polar perspectives that divide them. The second scene is what screenwriters refer to as the 'obligatory scene' of the protagonist and antagonist finally engaging in the action that leads to resolution. This is a powerful film that offers brilliant acting within a classic archetypal narrative. Interestingly, writer/director O'Connor has his North/South Node axis at a Gemini/Sagittarius opposition. He would be a perfect vehicle for this story. His South Node in Sag reflects his original orientation and Gemini North Node symbolizes the direction life wants to take him, his destiny. Our work is to honor both ends of the polarity while moving in the direction of the North Node archetype. 

Wednesday, March 29, 2017

MARCH 29-30: EXCELLENT TAURUS MOON

After a VOID OF COURSE MORNING, the MOON ENTERS TAURUS at 11:48am EDT and remains until Thursday, March 30 at 7:12pm when it goes VOID OF COURSE for the rest of the night. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Trine Pluto in Capricorn.The two Money Planets harmoniously align to suggest a GREAT time for purchases. Land/property are particularly beneficial investments as reflected by the two Earth signs involved. Ruled by Venus, this Fixed Earth sign loves Beautiful things and Sensuous experiences. We strive for the cushy life. Taurus takes the Aries' spark of Fire from the last few days and, as Master Builder, begins to engage with the material world by creating structures that provide Security and Value for those near and dear. This may be a time when those who exhibit conservative political behavior endeavor to fortify the conventions they are struggling to maintain and empower. It's important now to take care of one's own while remaining conscious of the bigger picture - especially in the arena of resources. Actions initiated during this Moon period, especially along these themes, are likely to have EXCELLENT results. Be aware of possible bullheadedness and remember flexibility to others' point of view. Pluto's presence reminds us also to be vigilant about ethical considerations. No shortcuts by breaking conventions now. Patience rules. Step by step, row by row.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NE0ne430gbA
SCENE FOR THE DAY: Inside Man, 2006; Director: Spike Lee. Clive Owen, Denzel Washington, Jodie Foster and Christopher Plummer star in this morality bank heist which twists and turns its way to payback for WWII Nazi crimes. Dalton Russell (Owens) has his own reason for setting up the robbery which has as its endgame of retrieving documents with which to take down a real criminal. The plot is based on a conventional bank-robbery template but infused with Lee's socio-political perspective of 'do the right thing.' A thief with Values. Russell's escape is based on the Taurean quality of patience, as he plans every detail step by step and remains hidden in a cell waiting for the right moment for action. In this opening scene, we witness Russell's direct Taurean approach as he breaks the acting fourth wall to address his audience. 

Sunday, March 26, 2017

MARCH 27-29: GOOD ARIES NEW MOON

After a VOID OF COURSE MORNING, the MOON ENTERS ARIES at 10:11am EDT on Monday, March 27 and remains until Wednesday, March 29 at 8:07am. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Trine Saturn in Sagittarius. The NEW MOON IN ARIES is a double whammy of New Beginnings! The first sign of the zodiac is the Cardinal Spark of Fire which initiates projects. Now the Moon conjoins the Sun to create the New Moon in this Fire sign ruled by Mars. The Last Aspect Trine to Saturn in Sag indicates that this Moon should have abundant energy, passion and inspiration to carry your projects through to completion. Saturn also suggests that you have a container to hold all this Fire! Be careful of impulsive action. Take time to prepare. Aries/Mars reflects the Warrior Archetype. Consider how your forthright comments may land on others. Use Aries' opposite sign Libra's ability to compromise and negotiate your way through any potential conflicts. This is an active Moon period so go out and flex those muscles!

NOTE: Take advantage of the stream of GOOD DAYS in the next 2-3 weeks because Mercury will Station Retrograde (slow down and turn R) on April 9th until May 8th and it's best not to initiate anything important during that period. See Short Form Calendar for Future Good Days.
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SCENE FOR THE DAY: Chariots of Fire, 1981; Director: Hugh Hudson. Ian Charleson stars as Eric Liddell, Scottish athlete who won the 400 meter race in the 1924 Olympics after refusing to run in the heats for his preferred 100 meter race. The qualifying races were on a Sunday and because of his religious beliefs, he chose not to enter. His life story inspired this Oscar winning film (Best Film, Best Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen, Best Costume Design and Best Original Musical Score). In this scene we see him overcome adversity with incredible passion and courage to complete a race in which he is knocked to the ground. A classic!

Saturday, March 25, 2017

MARCH 25-27: CHALLENGING PISCES MOON

MOON IN PISCES from 6:06am EDT Saturday, March 25 until Monday, March 27 at 6:19am. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Square Saturn in Sagittarius. While Neptune-ruled Pisces is driven to merge with others and the universe in Divine Oceanic Bliss, the Last aspect of Saturn Square brings the ego back to the present for a Reality Check. Expressions of the Mutable Water sign Pisces, such as Spiritual Unification and Art: Music, Poetry, Photography and Film, may feel undermined by some inner constraint. Some convention or form of conservatism may block full creative expression. Or we may feel submerged and too overwhelmed by life circumstances to see clearly. We may be able to utilize Saturn, however, by incorporating some practicality, discipline or concrete time/schedule into our creative work. Actions initiated during this Moon period that don't honor the Saturn Archetype tend to have CHALLENGING resolutions . We may then end up feeling the down-side of Pisces: confused, disillusioned, deceived or ungrounded. Get that Reality Check from a trusted source!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgnDmBWL8RE
SCENE FOR THE DAY: Michael Clayton, 2007; Director: Tony Gilroy. Michael Clayton (George Clooney) is a Fixer. He works for a legal firm which represents a chemical company guilty of toxic pollution. Clayton is brought in to 'handle' Arthur, one of the firm's partners (Tom Wilkinson) who has seen the light and flipped to the other side. Wilkinson and Clooney give magnificent performances, as witnessed in this scene. Arthur is a brilliant attorney, but is also in a kind of altered Neptunian state which has him oblivious to the danger in which he has placed himself. Michael confronts him and attempts to be his reality check. This is a must-see film!

Thursday, March 23, 2017

MARCH 22-25: GOOD AQUARIUS MOON

Aquarius: The Water Bearer
MOON IN AQUARIUS from Wednesday, March 22 at 10:28pm EDT until Saturday, March 25 at 1:56am. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Sextile Saturn in Sagittarius. Saturn is the traditional ruler of Aquarius which makes this Moon strong. We might consider these few days a kind of resolution to the previous Capricorn Moon where Saturn was at odds with Uranus, the modern ruler of Aquarius. Here the two planets are bridged naturally. We can honor what works about old traditions while incorporating innovative perspectives and tools. We can accomplish a lot with this practically inspired attitude! Actions initiated during this period tend to have GOOD results. Note that we may feel more detached during the Aquarius Moon, or others may seem more aloof. Aquarius, the Fixed Air sign, is mentally oriented. We tend to think about feelings more than we emote. A theme for Uranus is the drive for separation, being unusual, not being one of the crowd. The Moon's archetype naturally yearns to belong to something or someone so Moon in Aquarius is not always an easy placement. Try not to take the detachment too personally and find your own unique way of being during this period! 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zL5ERWLi_lY

SCENE FOR THE DAY: Juno, 2007; Director: Jason Reitman...again! My all time favorite unique character is Juno, played by Ellen Page. She was created by screenwriter Diablo Cody who won an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. Page was also nominated for Best Actress. While being totally her own person, with highly creative linguistic abilities, she also seems a classic product of her generation. She's so mentally skillful and seemingly in control of her emotions that when she finally breaks down and cries, it's a real surprise. If you've never seen this glorious film, drop everything else and go laugh out loud at some of the best characters and dialogue in recent cinema. 

Monday, March 20, 2017

MARCH 20-22: VERNAL EQUINOX! CHALLENGING CAPRICORN MOON

MOON IS VOID OF COURSE from 6:37 am EDT until 11:31am Monday, March 20 when it ENTERS  CAPRICORN. It remains here until Wednesday, March 22 at 9:20am. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Square Uranus in Aries. SUN ENTERS ARIES Monday at 6:29am signaling the Spring or VERNAL EQUINOX. If only it felt that way in New England! Ruled by Saturn, this Moon period tends towards conventionality, restraint and creating structure. Our emotional reality is often serious and can extend to depression. We can't deny there's a lot to be feel deflated about. It's an authentic and appropriate response. The challenge is not to linger in this mode. Saturn wants to manifest and master. Capricorn reflects the Mountain/Sea Goat who climbs the ladder of ambition and success while accessing authentic emotional expression. The Last Square to Uranus is likely to reflect a radical upstart or set of circumstances which rocks the boat. While it may be upsetting, we must consider the possibility that the boat may need some alternate direction. This period wants to negotiate the old traditions with innovative techniques, technologies and perspectives. Be willing. Resistance to change is likely to create CHALLENGING results to actions initiated during this period.

VERNAL EQUINOX: The Sun is now at what astrologers call the 'Aries Point', 0 degrees 0 minutes Aries or naught, naught Aries as the Brits say. This is a strong focal point of the astrological system, as it's the First Degree of the zodiac and begins a new annual cycle. The Sun now crosses over the Celestial Equator (the plane of earth's equator projected out into space); the length of day and night is equal. Symbolically, this is a time for New Beginnings, Re-Birth and all other Aries qualities: the spark that ignites our will to live, creativity, passions, courage and leadership. It is a time of fertility when the sacred nature of sexuality is honored. May All Life Be Blessed, Honored and Respected.
Celebrate this time with Rituals of Flowers, Water, Fire, Music and Words of Regeneration. Life Begins Again. The Void of Course morning gives us a perfect time to be still and let go of what no longer serves us. It is an opportunity to  meditate on who we are and who we want to be in this new astrological year.

NOTE: I think it's important that we start paying attention to Capricorn Moons, given that the next next big outer planetary event towards which we are rocketing is the Saturn/Pluto cycle. A new cycle always begins with the Conjunction of the two planets in question. In January of 2020, Saturn conjuncts Pluto in Capricorn, beginning a new major energetic pattern reflecting these two archetypes. Very briefly, Saturn's archetype reflects traditional structures, rules, conventionality, conservatism, the past, the elderly and constraint. In its most optimum expression Saturn becomes Master of its field and manifests whatever it so desires. Pluto's archetype represents the underworld, resources, a deep transformation, the power of life and death forces,  depth psychology and the unknown. The Saturn/Pluto cycle has historically been one of tearing down old traditional structures that no longer serve their purpose and building up new forms more appropriate to our needs. It can also be viewed as a redistribution of power - who will manage our resources (Pluto) and thus be most likely to presume to control world circumstances. As always with Pluto indicators, integrity and ethical considerations are vital elements in this dance. And, as always we experience these significators both personally and collectively. Notice where the conjunction will occur in your chart to see where a new cycle of transformation of power and renovated structures may develop.
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SCENE FOR THE DAY: Up in the Air, 2009; Director: Jason Reitman. George Clooney plays Ryan Bingham, Termination Facilitator. He's hired by companies that are downsizing to fire employees for them. In this scene we see how he skillfully negotiates the upsetting scenario to steer his victim, played by J.K. Simmons, towards the perspective of 'the opportunity of a lifetime' - to get back on track with his original dream. As crass as we know this process to be, in the bigger picture of sudden changes of fortune and life-long structures, it behooves us to process the situation, grieve the loss, express ourselves authentically and then find that place of rebirth. 

Thursday, March 16, 2017

MARCH 17-20: CHALLENGING SAGITTARIUS MOON

After a VOID OF COURSE MOON from 5:56pm EDT on Friday, March 17, the MOON ENTERS SAGITTARIUS at 11:00pm and remains until Monday, March 20 at 6:37am. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Conjunct Saturn in Sagittarius. Ruled by Jupiter, planet of growth, abundance and the search for meaning, our natural Sagittarius optimism may be constrained by Saturn now. Perhaps we've been overdoing things and are getting the message to control ourselves! Sag loves to travel to distant lands so this may be a time to stay home for awhile. Sagittarius/Jupiter expands while Saturn contracts; we may experience a 'start/stop' or 'push/pull' now. This Mutable Fire sign also signals a passion for Freedom which Saturn is eventually likely to block. Circumstances will tend to occur that stand in our way, at least temporarily, especially for women. Feeling depressed is not uncommon when Saturn conjoins the Moon. Just know: This too shall pass. The inherent drive for adventure in the Sagittarius quest for Truth will inevitably return.
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SCENE FOR THE DAY: Ghandi, 1982; Director: Richard Attenborough. Ghandi stages his first non-violent protest in this scene initiating his quest for Freedom from British rule for Indians. Saturn shows up in the form of police beatings as he burns the required 'pass' Indians must carry at all times. Interestingly, Ghandi had Saturn in Sagittarius. The push/pull of striving for Sagittarian qualities and being stopped at almost every turn would be Saturn's life lesson for him. His Sun and Ascendant were both in Libra emphasizing, even more, his search for Justice. Libra's Air element fueled his Fire indicating the unrelenting nature of his resistance.

TRUMP NOTE: DT has Moon in Sagittarius which, since his election, is being transited by Saturn. This challenge to his Moon actually indicates a curbing of his natural show of arrogance as well as the constraint he is experiencing from The Feminine. This transit which limits him will last until mid-October. Our work for justice, freedom and equality must be maintained with great vigor during this period! We are building towards 2020 when Saturn conjoins Pluto in Capricorn and a new cycle begins. This planetary pattern appears to be dramatic for the US if we consider that 9/11 occurred when these two planets were in opposition on the US Ascendant/Descendant axis. Though Saturn/Pluto often reflects a tearing down of traditional structures, in the end, how we rebuild is, ideally, up to US. 

Tuesday, March 14, 2017

MARCH 15-17: EXCELLENT SCORPIO MOON

MOON IS VOID OF COURSE until 11:11am EDT on Wednesday, March 15 when it ENTERS SCORPIO and remains until Friday, March 17 at 5:56pm. Important practical actions initiated during the V/C Moon tend not to work out as planned or desired. The energy is best used for inner/creative work or envisioning future actions. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon in Scorpio Trine Sun in Pisces. Emotions run Deep during this Moon period with both Moon and Sun in Water signs. So deep we may penetrate into worlds heretofore unavailable to our conscious minds. Ruled by Pluto and traditionally by Mars, Scorpio symbolizes Life, Death,Transformation, Depth Psychology and Regeneration. With the Last Aspect of Moon Trine Sun, it is a very favorable time for Healing work of all kinds. Don't be afraid to enter the sea of unconsciousness to reveal your True Self and be a source of Healing for yourself and others! The universe should support you. Finances, purchases, investments and other resources are also beneficial now. Use this time wisely. If you should experience the Scorpion sting, don't worry...under these conditions it should pass quickly. You might look to see how you've contributed to the situation! Accept it and Move On. 
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SCENE FOR THE DAY: The Sixth Sense, 1999. Director: M. Night Shyamalan. Young Cole Sear (Haley Joel Osment) sees dead people (Pluto). He's just told his mother (Toni Collette) this long-held torturous secret in this scene. The people he sees don't know they've passed over and come to Cole for help. After going through the gates of hell not comprehending his Scorpionic Sensitivity, with the support of child psychologist Bruce Willis, he comes out the other end as self-confident healer. His seventh sense of self (Trine Sun) is restored and he develops yet another new sense for the bigger more inclusive picture (Sun in Pisces).

Monday, March 13, 2017

MARCH 13-15: GOOD LIBRA MOON

MOON IN LIBRA from 1:28am EDT on Monday, March 13 until Wednesday, March 15 at 6:05am. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Sextile Saturn in Sagittarius. Ruled by Venus, this Cardinal Air sign reflects the Archetype of Eros, Love, Balance and Justice. It also symbolizes Partnerships, Beauty, and What we Value. Therefore it also represents Money. Our attention is likely to be on Relationships during this Moon period. We want to make sure that they maintain equality - or at least are aesthetically pleasing! The Saturn Sextile Last Aspect would suggest the opportunity to manifest ways to make this happen. There may also be a seriousness to relationships as well as being drawn to older partners (or you may be the elder). This would be a GOOD time for purchases of art or beauty products. In general, actions initiated during this Moon period will tend to have GOOD results.
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SCENE FOR THE DAY: Leon: The Professional, 1994; Director: Luc Besson. Here we have an older contract killer Leon (Jean Reno) who takes his pubescent, ballsy and recently orphaned neighbor Mathilde (Natalie Portman) under his wing. Her druggy family has been murdered by crooked DEA officer (Gary Oldman) and he's comin' after Mathilda next. She's in need of protection and asks Leon to trade his professional skills for doing his laundry. She thinks she's falling in love with him while he develops a parental caring for her. Theirs is a sweet kind of friendship - in an underworld-romantic-fantasy kind of way. This highly unusual Libran relationship also pulls Saturn's older-but-wiser quality into the mix, though we're never sure which one of them that is...and the dynamic between the two is so endearing we don't really care. 

Thursday, March 9, 2017

March 10-12: CHALLENGING VIRGO FULL MOON

MOON remains in LEO until 12:05pm EST - See March 8. MOON IS VOID OF COURSE from 12:05pm until 5:07pm when it ENTERS VIRGO where it remains until Sunday, March 12 at 10:36pm. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Opposite Mercury in Pisces.  NOTE: Eastern Daylight Time begins at 2:00am on Sunday, March 12. Virgo is polarized by its planetary ruler, Mercury, so this period is likely to have difficulties in the area of Communication and our mental/analytic abilities. This Mutable Earth sign can be overly critical with a hard aspect. With the opposition it's likely that someone else will be criticizing us. Do your best to speak or write as clearly and accurately as possible. Breathe into the situation and don't take the bait. Re-direct the conversation towards compromise. We're building toward a FULL MOON on Sunday, March 12 at 10:54am at 22 Virgo. With the Moon Opposite the Sun in Pisces, the tension will be rising! The Moon opposes Neptune at 3:09pm EST on Friday, so this already difficult Moon period may get pretty confusing leading up to this time. Virgo can symbolize integration. This moon could reflect a condition of disintegration. Memory may elude us. We may also see some boundaries being crossed. Stay as clear as possible and stand up to any improprieties with integrity. Double check information. The optimum use of the opposition is to honor both ends of the polarity. In this case, identify the whole picture or how to unify (Pisces) to give context to Virgo's attention to details. Otherwise, actions initiated during this time will tend to have CHALLENGING resolutions.

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SCENE FOR THE DAY: Regarding Henry, 1991; Director: Mike Nichols. Prominent attorney Henry Turner (Harrison Ford) is shot during an attempted robbery and because of the resulting brain injury finds his mental and motor skills dramatically impaired. In this scene his daughter Rachel, with whom he previously had a distant relationship, teaches him to read again. We witness how separate letters and syllables form words which give us the larger context of meaning through language. The joy expressed between father and daughter at Henry's ability to access this profound skill again is magnetic for the audience. This once eloquent orator, who used words primarily to conquer, will now find words from the heart and rediscover the unity of family.

Tuesday, March 7, 2017

MARCH 8-10: GOOD LEO MOON

MOON IN LEO from 11:45am on Wednesday, March 8 until Friday, March 10 at 12:05pm. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Trine Saturn. Ruled by the Sun, this Fixed Fire sign thrives on being the center of its universe. It carries a regal air and sense of entitlement. But it also needs to earn your respect in a big way. This is also a period of inspired imagination, warmth and generosity. Leo is highly creative and, being the child of the zodiac, loves to play. The Last Aspect of the Trine to Saturn in Sag reflects a container or grounding to all this passionate Fire. Saturn brings form and substance to Fire's imagination. Therefore, actions initiated during this Leo Moon period are likely to have GOOD resolutions. Just remember you need others with whom to play so don't forget to pay attention to them and respond to their needs. Find your creative outlet and let it be the vehicle through which you express yourself...in a big way!
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SCENE FOR THE DAY: First Knight,1995; Director: Jerry Zucker. Of all the films that address the Arthurian legend, Sean Connery probably plays the most substantial King Arthur. His self-expression commands attention and respect because it is delivered with intelligence and generosity. In this scene we witness Arthur acknowledging Lancelot (Richard Gere) for rescuing his bride, Guinevere (Julia Ormand). Arthur's warmth and big heart is evident in his behavior with his wife, his knights and his country. Because of this, he is rewarded by their enduring devotion.

Sunday, March 5, 2017

MARCH 6-8: CHALLENGING CANCER MOON

MOON IN CANCER from 7:54am EST on Monday, March 6 until Wednesday March 8 at 9:59am. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Square Mars in Aries.The Moon is in its own sign now which makes it strong: highly sensitive, emotional, moody and changeable. The areas of life highlighted are Home, Family and The Feminine principle. The Mother Archetype is particularly strong now. Care-taking, nurturing qualities of the quintessential Mother/Child relationship are front and center at this time. Our inclination will be to protect ones close to us. The Square to Mars Last Aspect makes this already tender heart more vulnerable. We're likely to be either on the assertive or receiving end of a confrontation, quite likely between two women. Stop and breathe before you act. Someone is likely to feel wounded as a result of hurtful statements or actions by another. T'ai Chi your way out of the conflict. Be particularly conscious if engaging in some physical activity at home. Try to find a way to use Mars' Warrior Archetype for its Courage and Leadership abilities rather than its aggressive behavior. Unless cautions are heeded, actions initiated during this Moon period will tend to have CHALLENGING resolutions. 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xIq3srRU8Q
SCENE FOR THE DAY: Twentieth Century Women, 2016; Director: Mike Mills. Annette Bening as Dorothea, exudes the Twentieth Century Mother Archetype to a tee! In her attempts to protect and support her son, Jamie, in becoming the man he is to be, she enlists two younger women as agents - Elle Fanning as Julie and Greta Gerwig as Abbie. All three are beautiful, forthright and powerful in their own ways. In this scene, Julie and Dorothea confront each other about their respective effects on young Jamie, played by Lucas Jade Zumann. With improvisational dancing and some hysterical lines, Billy Crudup, as boarder William, rounds out the cast as only he can do! Through the exquisite performances of this brilliant ensemble cast we also witness Dorothea, Julie and Abbie becoming the women they are to be. 


Friday, March 3, 2017

MARCH 4-6: GOOD GEMINI MOON

MOON IN GEMINI from 5:05am EST on Saturday, March 4 until Monday, March 6 at 3:22am. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Sextile Mars in Aries. Ruled by Mercury, this Mutable Air sign reflects Communication, Travel and Mind Processes. This is a high energy day in motion! Mars in Aries indicates an abundance of energy to set in motion any project. Make sure you have a strong container or grounding for your work. Gemini with a strong Mars Fire can be scattered. Think 'preparation' and not 'fly by the seat of your pants.' Remember the details and the appropriate contexts. While the Sextile aspect suggests opportunities in these areas, any relationship to Mars can be testy. Watch out for impulsive speech and action. Conflict may flare up. Let it pass or express it responsibly. In general, though, actions initiated in these areas at this time will tend to have GOOD resolutions. Adopt the Mars Warrior archetype. Fight for what you want with all the info at your fingertips!

Note: VENUS GOES RETROGRADE today, Saturday the 4th at 4:08am EST at 13 Aries until April 15 at 26 Pisces. You'll want to look back over what has gone down in the recent past in your relationships/partnerships to adjust, mend and communicate whatever needs to to be addressed in order to set things right again. This is an opportunity to clean house in this area of your life. Allow your unconscious dreams, intuition or imagination to support you while you set intentions consciously. The firey, passionate self-oriented Venus we've experienced for the last month will re-enter last degrees of Pisces for most of April, where our compassionate self-less nature is again more available to us. Use this short period to access your more generous forgiving nature while remembering not to give it all away. Venus re-enters Aries on April 28 and will support you in Loving Yourself as well others.
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SCENE FOR THE DAY:Charlie Wilson's War, 2007; Director: Mike Nichols; Screenwriter: Aaron Sorkin. In this scene Julia Roberts, as Joanne Herring, right-wing Houston socialite with ties to the President of Pakistan, instructs Texas Senator Charlie Wilson (Rep.), how he is going to end the War in Afghanistan. Sharp as the safety pin with which she separates her mascaraed lashes, Herring takes on the Mars Warrior archetype to orchestrate the impossible. She knows what she wants, has all her information handy and fights to make it happen. In the end, Israelis and Muslims are are actually working together to defeat the Russians who they equally despise (this is supposed to be based on  true events). With Sorkin's brilliantly witty dialogue the scene is mind blowing in complexity, confidence and dry humor. These two characters have a 'special relationship.' And they sure do get things done!

Wednesday, March 1, 2017

MARCH 2-3: EXCELLENT TAURUS MOON

MOON in TAURUS from 2:43am EST Thursday until Friday, March 3 at 10:20 am. LAST ASPECT OF MOON: Moon Trine Pluto in Capricorn. Taurus is ruled by Venus which reflects the Law of Attraction. This includes Love, Beauty and Money. It can also be framed as having our attention on 'What we Value.' The Last Aspect of Trine to Pluto is very favorable for the use of Resources, Renovation and Depth Psychology. Therefore, actions initiated during this Moon period, especially along these themes, will tend to have EXCELLENT results. This is a Great time to purchase or invest. Since both Taurus and Capricorn are Earth Signs, the purchase of Land or property should be extremely beneficial. Buying Art now, especially works that move you to your Soul, are excellent investments. As with any Pluto indication, considering the greater good is vital. The use of resources for purely self-benefit can eventually be detrimental.
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SCENE FOR THE DAY: Loving, 2016; Director: Jeff Nichols. Ruth Negga and Joel Edgerton know the value of a piece of land. It means they have a place to be who they are: a black woman married to a white man in Virginia during the 1960's. After Richard Loving purchases the plot of land near his wife's family, they marry in Washington DC and are later arrested for living together in Virginia. They put everything on the line to fight for their right to live there as an interracial couple. Ruth writes a letter to then Attorney General Bobby Kennedy who responds with compassion; from there, their battle takes them all the way to the US Supreme Court. Taurus Moon Trine Pluto would be representative of the initial purchase of that acre of land which has a successful resolution! They win their battle when the Supreme Court determines unanimously that laws prohibiting interracial marriage are unconstitutional. As Pluto demands, many other couples' lives are changed as a result of their perseverance.