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The Astrological August
The major planetary relationship this month occurs on the
21st. It is Saturn in Gemini trining Uranus in Aquarius. The trine aspect (four
signs between the planets) is usually considered a positive one. However,
Saturn rules restructuring, Uranus rules unexpected changes,the sign of Gemini
rules communication and the work force and Aquarius is the humanitarian,
friendship and global sign. This is an opportunity for positive change, but
change is never easy. Mars (war and aggression) is opposing Uranus at the same
time and according to locational
Mercury (communications, writing, contracts, commerce) in Leo until the 6th
supports art, performance and entertaining. Leo is the sign of the entrepreneur
so this may be a good time to start new businesses or creative projects or to
take a new direction in an existing one. If the ego doesn’t get in the
way, Leos are proud of their children,generous with their loved ones, loyal to
friends and supportive of their employees. If there is too much ego, they can
worry about image more than substance and do what is necessary to save face
rather than face reality. Mercury in Virgo from the 6th to the 26th attends to
details, analysis and coordination of plans, projects and goals. On the 25th
Mercury enters the setup of the next retrograde which will occur from September
14th to October 6th. Between the 25th and September 14th an issue of service
and cooperation arises to be worked
on during the retrograde. Mercury in Libra after the 26th supports verbal interaction, arbitration, mediation, cooperative communication and face-to-face contact.
Venus (values, money, social connections) in Virgo until the 7th brings attention to routine functions at work and home. This includes maintenance and beautification of land, gardens and property as well as enhancements inside the home or work place. Venus has a social aspect which supports taking care of and appreciating those with whom you interact on a daily basis. Some people will also be preparing for new jobs and entering school or continuing classes. Venus in Libra after the 7th supports one-to-one as well as social and professional relationships, group activities, public events and entertaining friends and family.
Mars (initiation, energy, aggression) in Leo until the 29th supports the desire to initiate new businesses, participate in or attend art
fairs, engage in or enjoy performances and to entertain or attend parties. As Jupiter enters Leo on the 1st it emphasizes having fun and entertainment activities such as State Fairs, Renaissance Festivals and all of the performing arts. Mars in Virgo after the 29th returns energy to the practical matters of school, schedules, organizations and routine activities.
Jupiter (expansion, opportunity, optimism, travel, foreign trade, education, religion) enters the sign of Leo on the 1st and transits 0
to 6 degrees this month. Jupiter will stay in Leo for one year, until the end of August 2003. Its year-long transit in each sign repeats
once every 12 years, so you can review what was happening in your life from August of 1990 to September of 1991 as well as 1978, 1966, 1954, etc., to see what Jupiter in Leo means to you, how you handled it and what you learned from it. Birthdays most affected are from July 23rd-29th, January 20th-27th, April 20th-27th, and October 23rd-30th as well as any chart with planets or angles from 0 to 6 degrees Leo, Aquarius, Scorpio or Taurus. Jupiter in Leo relates to leadership, entrepreneurs, performing arts, sales, actors, politicians, pride, loyalty, standards of quality and beauty, creative potential, the ego and saving face.
Saturn (structure, foundation, responsibility) transits 24 to 27 degrees Gemini where it repeats retrograde in November/December of 2002 to January of 2003 and repeats direct in April and May 2003. Saturn in Gemini indicates that acceptance of or changes in
responsibility will be experienced by all of this Sun Sign between April 2001 and June of 2003. This month’s transits will most strongly affect those born around June 16th-19th, December 17th-20th, March 15th-18th, and September 18th-21st as well as those with planets or angles around 24 to 27 degrees Gemini, Sagittarius, Pisces and Virgo. Saturn’s cycle repeats every 29.6 years, so it is helpful to review what was happening 29 years ago (or the half-cycle of 15 years). Saturn in Gemini suggests restructuring in the transportation, communications, trade and information processing industries as well as commerce and the work force in general.
Uranus (freedom, rebellion, surprise, invention, technology) retrogrades from 27 to 26 degrees Aquarius where it was in March and
April and will repeat direct in January 2003. Those with birthdays around February 15th/16th, August 20th/21st, May 18th/19th and
November 19th/20th will need freedom, will be in chaotic conditions or will make radical changes at these times as well as any chart with planets or angles at 26 or 27 degrees Aquarius, Leo, Taurus and Scorpio. Uranus in its ruling sign has emphasized the use of computers, electronics and technology, the speed at which life moves and erratic weather patterns as well as rebellious behavior, bizarre happenings and freedom issues. It also suggests that the only way we will survive is by being humanitarian.
Pluto (power, control, resources, transformation) retrogrades at 15 degrees Sagittarius where it was in February, April and December of 2001 will be in September 2002. Pluto stations (moves from retrograde to forward motion) on the 26th. Most affected are birthdays around December 7th/8th, June 5th/6th, March 5th/6th and September 7th/8th as well as charts with planets or angles around 14 and 15 degrees Pisces, Virgo, Gemini and Sagittarius. From February 2001 to September 2002,
they will experience changes in life such as marriage, divorce, job changes, financial challenges, relocation or questioning of beliefs.
During these times personal or marriage counseling may be required and transformational or self awareness workshops are enlightening and highly recommended. Since the sign of Sag rules education and religion, when Pluto reaches the middle degrees of the sign we are seeing transformation in methods of education and public awareness of the misuse of sexuality by the religious and the need for accountability.
Featured August Planets in Motion
Sun in Leo
July 22 until
August 23
Leo occupies the middle of the summer in the northern hemisphere, the hottest time of the year for half the planet. It's appropriate, then, that the sign Leo is associated with our source of heat, the Sun. This central star of our solar system is the hub around which all of the planets orbit. This position of centrality is basic to the Leo personality.
Leo represents awareness of self and is, arguably, the most self-centered sign of the zodiac. Taken negatively, this means that
Leo can be blinded by the light of its own ego. Like a shining star, its brilliance can make it difficult to recognize the importance of
others. Learning to share the spotlight is a core issue for many Leos.
The Ruler
The Sun in astrology is said to "rule" the sign
Leo. That means that there is a natural affinity between this
"planet" and sign. Being born with a planet in its "home"
sign is considered to be an advantage by astrologers. The energy of the Sun is
thought to flow most easily in Leo. However, a planet in its home sign can also
be overly simplistic and narrow in its expression. A lack of obstacles in not
always a strength.
Leos, then, can benefit from humbling experiences. It's important
that they learn how to fail, so that they can reconnect to the sources of their
creativity and confidence and begin again.
The Child
Leo is the fifth sign of the zodiac. It represents that
point in the cycle when a child becomes aware of his or her personal power. The
discovery of self is a wonderful thing, a fascinating experience in which the
rest of the world is seen as a toy with which to play. From a healthy
perspective, this offers a sense of confidence that encourages creativity and
risk throughout life. However, a potential pitfall is for Leo to operate under
the illusion that he or she is creating the world in which all of us live,
rather than just being a part of it.
Growing up can be a challenge for everyone, but is
particularly true for Leos. Moving from the excitement of possibilities to the
real
commitments necessary for accomplishment can be the measure
of Leo's potential for success. Learning to listen, too, can be vital for Leo
to fulfill its considerable ambitions.
Stars vs. Constellations
It is natural for Leo to see him or herself as a star. Those
born under this sign do best when their self-confidence is high. Yet, even
though it is the hub of our solar system, the Sun is but one
star among the uncountable billions in the sky. What appears to be the
source of life from one perspective is just another point in
a distant constellation from another. Leos who understand that everyone is a
star are best able to build the co-operative relationships that can make life
so satisfying.
Famous Leos
Leos tend to do well in the spotlight, so show business is
full of them. Half the cast of Friends are Leos (Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc and
Matthew Perry). So are Jennifer Lopez, Whitney Houston, Kathie Lee Gifford,
Woody Harrelson, Sandra Bullock, Kevin Spacey, Laurence Fishburne, Robert De
Niro, Edward Norton, Mick Jagger, Christian Slater, Arnold Schwarzenegger,
Wesley Snipes, Billy Bob Thornton,
Leo pairs in the world of entertainment include Melanie
Griffth and Antonio Banderas, David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson and Robert
Redford and Dustin Hoffman (as reporters Woodward and Bernstein). Other Leo
pairs are Bill Clinton and Monica Lewinsky
and that perfect Leo couple: Jerry Garcia and Martha Stewart.
Sports stars Magic Johnson, Deion Sanders, Barry Bonds,
Walter Payton and Patrick Ewing were all born with the Sun in Leo, too.
Showmanship and heart helped make these athletes great.
Jupiter in Leo
Jupiter is the largest of all the true planets. Its
mass is greater than all the rest of the planets combined. If it was only 20%
larger it would develop enough heat at its core to be a star. Astrologically,
Jupiter is the planet of expansion, growth and optimism. Known as "The
Greater Benefic," it symbolizes good luck and fortune. In the ancient
Indian language Sanskrit Jupiter is called "guru"
or teacher. This fits its association with the higher mind, philosophy, truth
and
religion. Perhaps Jupiter's good fortune derives from the
capacity to give us a larger view in which to see the world. Leo is a sign of
individual expression and creativity. Jupiter's presence here can emphasize the
power of one person to make a statement that will be heard by the world. The
capacity to get the world stand up and take notice is likely to be expanded
during this time. Jupiter's pursuit of meaning can be enhanced by personal risk
and an opening of the heart, with which Leo is associated.
The negative side, however, can be excessive glorification
of the ego.Pride in self is healthy, but boundless pride is a blinding light
that darkens, rather than illuminates. This can be a time of "bread and
circuses," when meaningful questions are buried in the noise of spectacle.
Serious inquiry may not come easily when bombast rules the land.
Appropriately, big-time film-makers George Lucas, Federico
Fellini, Dino De Laurentis and Penny Marshall were born with Jupiter in Leo.
Stars Elizabeth Taylor, Peter O'Toole, Robert DeNiro, Catherine Deneuve, Willem
Dafoe, Bette Davis, Geena Davis, Anne Bancroft and Pamela Anderson are also
part of this group. Singers Diana Ross,
Celine Dion, Mick Jagger, Roger Daltry, Johnny Cash and Joe
Cocker certainly fit the Jupiter in Leo profile, as do guitarists Jimmy Page
and Keith Richards.
Spirituality, sports and politics have their share of grand
Jupiter in Leo figures. Pope John Paul II and Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh used
considerable media savvy to lead their respective flocks. Billie Jean King, Arthur
Ashe and Joe Montana were very different, but equally inspiring athletes. The
political stage has been occupied by a diverse group of Jupiter in Leo folks,
including Angela Davis, Eleanor Roosevelt, Mario Cuomo, Pierre Trudeau, George
Wallace, Donald Rumsfeld and Juan and Eva Peron. Big bucks and big ideas
include another diverse group of people born with Jupiter in Leo: Bill Gates,
Carlo Benetton, Simone de Beauvoir, Ray Bradbury and Rudoph Steiner.
Mercury in Virgo
Tuesday August
Reason and practicality are strengthened as Mercury returns
to one of its two home signs (Gemini is the other). Clear
thinking can help us see detailed patterns that have
previously escaped detection. Precise thought and speech require kindness to
counter their sharp edges.
Venus in Libra
Wednesday August
Fairness, grace and consideration of others are supported
when Venus comes home to Libra. Artistic and social sensibilities
enhance beauty and diplomacy. Wounded relationships can be
healed with objective understanding and a profound desire for peace.
There's big news this month. The full moon cycle around Aug.
21 is a doozie. Experiences are likely to be sudden, extreme, dramatic, ground
breaking, illuminating, shocking, wild, crazy or exhilarating - life altering
for some. It can be a time of accidents and the unexpected.
Don't take chances with your safety or health. Take special
note: a powerful/significant karmic repeat theme comes into play Aug. 15/16.
It's a key opportunity to take a giant leap forward, to make radically
different choices and to open a whole new pathway. Life in the fast lane. This
cycle is meant to accelerate the journey, to bring us all up to speed. You
can't hold on to the same old, same old, don't even try. Thankfully, when the
writing on the wall suddenly appears, it will be in a language you can read.
While the intensity of the moment may be fleeting, the growth opportunities are
real and lasting. Turned on and making it happen, Saturn is favorably hooked up
with Uranus for the next few months. Try reinventing the wheel. Use your
creativity. Stand out from the crowd. Take calculated risks. It could be easier
than you anticipate. Jupiter, the big guy, now shines
brightly in happy Leo for a one-year cycle. This planetary
energy can be a big boost to the heart, the bank account and/or the ego.
Increase is what you get, make sure it's what you want.In the latest round of
corporate breakdowns, WorldCom filed the largest bankruptcy in U.S. history
last week, and transnational giants AOL Time Warner, J.P. Morgan and Tyco came
under scrutiny for a
variety of alleged misdeeds. On Wednesday the CEO of the
cable company Adelphia was arrested for corporate fraud, and publicly hauled
off in handcuffs.
These dramatic developments all arrived as transiting
Jupiter opposed the U.S. Pluto, with the WorldCom bankruptcy occurring on the
exact day of this astro-event. In the
The U.S. Moon in Aquarius is a fair-minded, humanitarian,
and progressive force for democracy, and represents a significant push for more
egalitarian social relationships. With transiting Uranus near the U.S. Moon, an
underlying sentiment for revolution against the plutocracy is taking root. Last
week Congress, the President and numerous media stories highlighted the
national mood to reign in greedy corporate executives.
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Dick Cheney Off the Ticket
The former CEO of Halliburton, Vice President Dick Cheney,
came under more political pressure last week to explain a $445 million
questionable accounting detail, a practice sanctioned by Halliburton's
financial auditor Arthur Andersen. The Securities and Exchange Commission is
investigating the Vice President's role, and its chairman Harvey Pitt, himself
a former lawyer for Arthur Andersen, said no one is above the law.
Cheney was born a team playing Aquarius (January 30, 1941;
7:30 pm; Lincoln, Nebraska) with his Sun right in line with the pending
Jupiter-Neptune opposition. Neptune, the natural ruler of scandals, has been
hovering around Cheney's Sun for over a year now, and corresponds to the
growing list of political intrigues levied against him.
Using the technique of secondary progressions, Cheney's Juno
is squaring his Uranus. This points to a broken partnership. Transiting Uranus
is also giving a similar message, underscoring the interpretation. In March
2003 Uranus enters Pisces and continues forward to enter Cheney's Seventh House
of partners. Around this time it seems likely to become public knowledge that
he won't share the ticket with Bush in the 2004 Presidential election.
Allen Iverson, Troubled SuperstarNBA star Allen Iverson appeared before
a judge last week to answer charges that he stormed into his cousin's apartment
and threatened two men with a gun while he was looking for his wife. The July 3
incident is only the latest scrape with the law for the mercurial, three time
scoring champion, but lawyers familiar with the case say he's not likely to
serve any time.
Iverson was born a quick-witted Gemini (June 7, 1975;
Hampton, VA; time unknown) with his Moon exalted in Taurus. Ceres, the
care-taking asteroid, is also located in Taurus, and the two are enhanced by a
sextile to patriarchal Saturn in family-oriented Cancer. The Taurus Moon is a
magnet for wealth and a comfortable home, and when linked with these planets
explains how he has come to support 33 members of his extended family and
friends.
Iverson's bravado and volatile temper can be seen in the
network of dynamic aspects to his fiery Mars. Given natural courage and
spontaneous drive by being in impulsive Aries, Mars is
further strengthened by a conjunction with Jupiter. However, his Mars is
opposite Pluto and square Saturn, a highly confrontational
blend that ensures he will always find difficult challenges.
With his Sun conjunct the partnership asteroid Juno, he
praises his wife Tawanna; "She's helped me so much, more than you can
imagine, just helping me become the person I am and the player." But with
transiting Saturn and Pluto recently aligning with his Sun-Juno, they've become
antagonistic. Saturn has moved on, but Pluto remains in a long-term opposition,
indicating he must radically reform his act, or lose his wife and basketball
career.
The Signs
Aries March 21 to April 19
You are the chosen one. Jupiter's one-year travel through
Leo is simply a marvelous blessing. It's your time to shine, to show off, to
bask in the glory. Everyone loves you. Better yet, a special
someone loves you. Yep, the heart glows with greater fulfillment. Romantic
potentials are on the increase. For some, there's no greater joy than becoming
a parent - again or for the first time. Write that book, create that legacy,
take your show on the road. Creative, athletic, communication and teaching
skills are greatly enhanced. Intuition too. Travel anywhere you like, the
welcome sign is flashing for you. The current stellar cycle will teach you a
good deal more about yourself and your capacities. As usual, you are an
enthusiastic and willing student. No need to ask you twice. Put yourself out
there and grab the gold. Aug. 21 to 24 brings the exceptional and/or the extreme.
Taurus April 20 to
May 20
Jupiter's one-year tour through Leo is highly significant
for your sign. Firstly, it's time to get your home life/private world together.
Are you happy? Comfortable? What could make it better? Now
is the time to develop a greater foundation, materially, emotionally and
spiritually. Half way measures? No way. Big bang is what you need and want. You
want to glow, radiate, shine. Self-satisfaction is the key.
Don't wait for others to supply it for you. Create it yourself.
Want more attention? You'll get what you give. Considering a move? The time is
ripe for relocation, a new living situation or purchasing a new home. No matter
how well you feel, health is another area to
concentrate on. Anticipate sudden change and/or change of
heart around the full moon. Aug. 21 to 24 is highly charged and can be highly
challenging. A relationship or job may reach a climatic turning point/suddenly
end. Positively, a shake up could be just what you need to get yourself moving,
although transitions can be initially shocking. Take note, this extreme stellar
pattern can bring accidents, violence, breaks and/or breakdowns. You can never
be too safe or too careful.
Gemini May 21 to June 21
Growth is finally becoming visible/viable. You deserve all
the gifts you can grab, especially after all the hard work and hardships over
this past year or so. Jupiter now traveling through Leo opens you to new
worlds/gives you a wonderful new game plan to develop. Your social life gets a
happy boost. Creativity, passion, inspiration and intuition - feel it, use it.
There's so much more to discover. Get on the move, physically and
intellectually. Engage the mind, open the heart. Take courses, join clubs or
groups. Dots are waiting to be connected. Mid month onward the pace picks up
significantly. Do as much as you can to get yourself repositioned. You will
have much more to handle as planetary energies move into Virgo late in the
month. For now, it's easy child's play. Put fun at the top of the agenda. Fast
and furious, anything goes Aug. 21 to 24. Exceptional and unexpected is what
you get. There is no choice but to jump in with both feet.
Cancer June 22 to July 22
MORE. Can you handle it? Do you want it? What are you asking
for? Jupiter traveling through Leo increases your fortunes (middle of this
month onward). For most, it's happy news. In some cases "more"
translates to "over the top". One way or another, finances grab the
spotlight. Your net worth increases - materially and/or personally.
While better money-making prospects open, you may also be
spending (lots) extra. Large purchases such as cars, trips, business
investments, homes and education can eat up the savings/dig
you in deeper. Enjoyment. Pleasure. Why not make life a full tilt boogie? If it
feels good/feels right, just do it. Creativity and romance are gifted by
Jupiter's blessings. The full moon cycle Aug. 21 to 24 will bring a dramatic
turning point, especially regarding finances and/or intimacy issues. Face and
change whatever isn't making the grade. Aim for a clean and swift break. Keep
your eyes open and think safety first Aug. 14 and 15. Avoid drama, volatile
people or potentially dangerous situations.
Leo July 23 to August 22
Jupiter in your sign can be a delightful joy ride. The
getting is good and the receiving even better. First, you have to clear the
path and clean up the leftovers. Get a move on now, before the full moon at the
end of the month sweeps you clean, with or without your okay on it.
Aug. 6 to 8 is simply wonderful, especially for play, travel
and romance. It's full speed ahead Aug. 11/12. Don't expect to sleep much.
While it's great to see the happy lion so lively, there are moments when
complaints could find that roar unmistakably loud. Karmic fruition and/or
karmic closure play out around Aug. 23. Pay close attention to everything.
Children born on this date have a very powerful message to deliver. The dynamic
stellar influences of the full moon cycle Aug. 21 to 24 are not to be
under-estimated. Your world could look quite different in the blink of an eye.
Virgo August 23 to September 22
Most of the intensity of this month's stars takes place at
an undercurrent level. Having said so, they are no less dramatic. There
is much potential developing, with or without your conscious
awareness. A sense of anticipation continues throughout the month.
Confidence builds nicely. It's a good time to be
vacationing, playing and enjoying time on your own terms. Creativity is
unlocked,
especially around Aug. 7 & 8. For some a secret romance
may be budding. Think well. Be well. A positive attitude is the key to
conquering health. Alternative treatments and/or a new
health practitioner could be the answer. The full moon cycle Aug. 21 to 24
will bring much to the surface. Getting from A to B could be
problematic at this time. Accidents, sudden health flair ups, work
stoppages, equipment/vehicle breakdown and the unexpected
can throw you for a loop. Lock up, drive carefully, and don't mess around with
alcohol, drugs or the law. A sudden change in midstream could set you on a new
and improved course. Don't be afraid to experiment.
Libra September 23 to October 23
Good luck continues. As a matter of fact, it increases. Your
stars continue in good stead for sometime to come. Jupiter brings freedom to
explore and experiment. Your social life continues to expand, especially for
those who have recently cut loose from a relationship or become empty nesters.
For some, adding the family fold is a dream come true. Opportunities increase
for entrepreneurs and those seeking better pay. Try something new, the timing
is great. Relocation, travel, more time to play is simply delightful.
Creative/artistic pursuits are where you truly shine. The spotlight is aimed
your way.
Take a bow. Aug. 7 to 9 are big dates for travel,
entertainment, communications and news. The full moon Aug. 21 to 24 brings a
"knock your socks off" cycle. Zapped by thunderbolts - no less. Watch
for extremes in the stock market. When the urge strikes, try your luck with
games of chance. You never know…
Scorpio October 24 to November 22
Undoubtedly, it will turn out to be an especially
significant month. Energetically, psychologically and emotionally, build up as
best you can now so you'll be pumped and prepared when the full moon cycle at
the end of the month flicks the switch. Climatic, dramatic and extreme is what
you'll experience. The goods are worth it. All you have to do to get that pot
o' gold is to overthrow everything. Jupiter traveling through Leo wants to make
loud noises/bang pots and pans. Attention - make sure it's what you want.
Reputation is everything. Legendary or notorious - which do you choose? Seek a
promotion or new job; expand business activities and/or your sphere of influence.
Jupiter's benefic influence is wonderfully encouraging for performers,
educators, and entrepreneurs. Parenting duties/expenses increase or see a big
release. It's time to give it/life your all. Aim higher, highest.
Sagittarius November 23 to December 21
Saturn may have held you down, but Jupiter in Leo will now
lift you up high. You can look forward to a year of enormous growth and greater
freedom. Knowledge gained over this upcoming time span takes you far above your
current altitude. Consider it a launch toward the next chapter of your life.
Message to deliver? Shout it from the mountaintops. Those in creative, athletic
or education fields can look forward to greater recognition. Impress us. Claim
that spotlight. It's definitely got your name on it. Are you game? You bet.
Anything and everything new is a turn on. Mars puts you on a fast track this
month.
Love hits the high notes for many of you lucky ones.
Spiritual interests become an even more significant part of your life. Aug. 6
to
8, Aug. 20 to 24 can be simply amazing. A karmic journey
comes to culmination Aug. 21/22. Mark it on your calendar.
Capricorn December 22 to January 20
It has taken enormous courage for you to make the great
overhaul /to arrive at this moment in time. So far so good. Pat yourself on the
back. Impatience getting the better of you? The hands on the clock speed up
this month. Want it faster? The stars deliver. Instant karma is at play. You
won't be waiting long for answers/results. The past and the future are
intertwined as a significant karmic threshold is played out Aug. 21/22. There
isn't much time to breathe Aug. 21 to 24. One way or another, you are catapult
into action. Finances and intimacy issues are where the dramas are played out.
Risk taking is the only choice. Trust you'll handle it right when the moment
confronts you. Saturn, your ruling planet, is in wonderful position. It may not
be what you expect, but it could be just what you need.
Aquarius January 21 to February 18
August finds you on a very fast track. For the most part you
love it, even though some of it feels way over the top. Recent changes are now
proving to be just what you needed. Expect continual development as the days
move forward. Anything new fits like a glove. Saturn advances into favorable
position now and will remain hooked up nicely with your ruling planet Uranus
for the next several months. This positive influence continues to give you
solid opportunity to stand apart from the crowd, to create a unique path, to
implement and actualize important personal goals. Relationships are all or
nothing. Don't waste time on less when you can have more. Coming attractions
are so irresistible you won't think twice before you leap. Expect
confrontations or opposition around the full moon Aug. 21 to 24 when Mars gets
loud and noisy. Watch for the sudden, challenging, extreme and/or fantastic to
pass. Think safety first. Clear it up. Swift is the best way to handle whatever
is thrown at you. Be truthful with others and remain true to yourself
Pisces February 19 to March 20
As if you didn't already have enough on your plate, Jupiter,
planet of increase, brings you more work. Nicely, you will feel more inspired,
energized and turned on with your daily activities. You can make a great success
out of anything you choose to set your mind to accomplishing. Don't want to be
a number/stand in line? Put extra effort into it and aim to get there first.
Confidence grows with each milestone surpassed. Physical stamina, health and
well being increases, primarily due to a more positive outlook. Happily, you
will gain more attention than you have over this past year. Travel for
pleasure, business or to visit family is favored Aug. 6 to 8. Reconnections are
truly delightful this month. A sense of déjà vu is ignited Aug. 21/22. Aug. 20
to 24 dishes out an exceptional stellar pattern, full of surprises, extremes,
challenges, opportunities, revelations, radical decisions or moves. It is to
your benefit to remember to be especially careful at this time. Accidents can
happen more easily when
August Paranormal Report - Bigfoot
Almost every American has heard of the large, hairy
"ape man," sometimes called Bigfoot or Sasquatch, who appears
mysteriously from time to time; but few realize that sightings of this creature
are not limited to the Pacific Northwest
but occur throughout the
have of Bigfoot's existence consists of casts of large
footprints, some poorly-focused photographs, and
some hair, blood, and feces samples. The bulk of evidence to support belief in
Bigfoot's existence comes from personal accounts by people who claim they saw
him.
Throughout the world, people for many centuries have believed in the
existence of wild,hairy creatures, some of them "mythological" and
others "real," some more human and others more ape-like. The
"wild human" variety includes Enkidu of
Mesopotamian mythology, a "natural" man with the
ability to communicate with animals, and Esau in the Bible, whose body was
covered with rough animal hair, and who also had a very strong, offensive odor.
In European history, the "noble savage" idea
was prevalent for several centuries, and influenced the
creation of characters such as Ben Gunn in
Hominoids such as Bigfoot, however, are quite different from
human beings who either have some animal characteristics or who change
themselves temporarily into animals,since beings of the Bigfoot variety are
believed to constitute a separate biological
subspecies closely related to humans. Most Bigfoot buffs believe the same
subspecies includes "Ye-ti" (the Abominable Showman) of the
Everest. (In other reports Yeti is much smaller and has
reddish hair. ) (1)
Europeans once believed in the existence of a hairy, large
hominoid, as demonstrated not
only by Carl von Linne, the Swedish botanist, who included such a hominoid in
his taxonomy, but in other accounts as well. Apparently the European hominoids
of earlier times were very similar to Bigfoot, in that they were very large,
hairy creatures who
emitted high-pitched screams or whistles, possessed a strong body odor, and
sometimes appeared with females who had long, pendulous breasts. (2)
In
The Butte Record (California), November 5, 1870, has an account of the sighting
of a male "gorilla or wildman," (sometimes accompanied by a female),
who stood about five feet high and was disproportionately broad, covered with
dark cinnamon-colored hair,and who whistled and played with burning sticks from
a hunter's fire.
Other 19th century
newspaper accounts tell of sightings of creatures who were seven feet tall.
(4) After the publication of stories of the Himalayan Yeti in the 1920s,
reports of sightings of Bigfoot in
time Americans were isolated and had nobody with whom to share their experiences.
In the past few years, television programs featuring "unsolved
mysteries" have once more publicized Bigfoot, but to my knowledge nobody
has studied the relationship between the appearance of these programs and
reports of sightings.
Compared to the varied descriptions in newspaper accounts of
the 19th century, viewers in the 20th century have gradually come to agree on
Bigfoot's basic traits: he is seven or eight feet tall, has a bad odor and a
high-pitched scream, and frequently performs some act that takes a great deal
of strength. Some details, especially the shape of his face or the color of his
hair, may vary considerably. Curiously, he usually, but not always, comes at
night or at twilight, and often has the ability to move extremely
rapidly, quicker than a man or a horse. And he always comes
quite unexpectedly, surprising the witness. In fact,
those who have intentionally gone to find and photograph Bigfoot have not
succeeded in finding him, though some have discovered footprints and hair samples.
In the late 1960s and early 70s, there was great national
interest in the search for Bigfoot, as evidenced by the production in 1967 of
Doug Wendt's film, Sasquatch Among Us, by newsletters devoted exclusively to
Bigfoot research, and by many newspaper accounts on the subject. One of the
most famous researchers was Peter Byrne, a big game hunter from
many years beginning in 1948, and during one newspaper
interview, said that although he doubted that Yeti was real, he gave Bigfoot a
"95% chance of existing." However, even after months of waiting in
the area of
to get a glimpse of Bigfoot. (5)
Recently, experts investigated claims that an Indian on the
Fort Bidwell Paiute Reservation in
Searches in Asia for a man-animal like Yeti have also proven fruitless;
a team of 100 Chinese researchers from the China Wildman Research Center, set
up in 1960, went to the mountainous forests of Hubei province in 1988 in an
attempt to uncover the mystery
of a man-ape who has lived in the area for 3,000 years, and who has been seen
by many peasants in recent years. The researchers returned with hair samples,
which they analyzed, and reported that these hairs could not belong to any one
of
the nine other animals in the area, since the levels of
calcium, iron, and copper were higher in the "wildman." The Chinese
team thus believed that their study proved objectively the existence of the
wildman, "a rare and advanced primate that is similar
to man." (7)
A few recent accounts in Ohio and Pennsylvania link Big-foot
with UFOs, but Linda Milligan believes the accounts have been influenced
by the printed publications of this link. She further notes that Bigfoot
the animal has not yet changed into Bigfoot the Alien,at least not in
There is always the nagging question, "Does Bigfoot
REALLY exist?" It is puzzling that so many people have seen Big-foot or
Sasquatch, and yet nobody has ever shot one and brought the body into the
authorities. (Certainly human beings don't
seem to refrain from shooting animals, or even other
people.) It is also strange that many researchers have gone looking for the
animal and not found one, not even a carcass. Some of the arguments against the
existence of Big-foot include the following: the
footprints were made by hoaxers, or by animals or human
beings whose tracks were widened by rain or melting snow; the photographs were
either deliberate hoaxes or optical illusions; the sightings were nothing more
than hallucinations or projections of
ancient "archetypes" within the human psyche.
On the other hand, perhaps there really exists a separate
sub-species of hairy beings in
Attempts to "prove" the existence or non-existence
of Big-foot are, however, fruitless; we can find many people and books that
take either side. In fact, no authentic belief legend can be proven by anyone
to be either true or false; if it were already a scientific, accepted reality,
there would be no legend surrounding it. From a folkloristic point of view,
belief legends are always in dispute: "'Real' folk legend must produce a
reason and feasibility to profess faith, to take a stand for or against
belief." (10)
I have always contended that folklorists must refrain from
attempts to prove or disprove a legend or any other form of folklore, leaving
that effort to other disciplines. They should instead concentrate on gathering
and analyzing texts, making comparative studies, and looking for the meaning of
the item for the group. (11) Studying folklore, and for that matter any other
subject, always proves much more exciting if we approach it without
preconceived notions about truth.
For over 150 years, American and Canadian citizens have
reported seeing a large, hairy,man-like creature, usually in the woods or
mountains. While these sightings are concentrated in the North-West
[Washington, Oregon, British Columbia area], they have
been sighted across North America, with one of the largest amount of sightings
being in far-away Florida.
The general Bigfoot description is of an upright ape-like
creature, with no neck, and long brown hair or fur. Its generally around 7 feet
tall, seems unconcerned or curious with the presence of humans, and often
described as having a rather pungent odor. This
last trait gives rise to another of its names, Skunk Ape. The written history
of Bigfoot dates back to 1780. Numerous reports
have been published in newspapers, journals and letters of
the early American settlers.Such reports are particularly abundant in the historical
documents of the Northwest Fur and Trading Company. Native Americans have
passed down the legend of Sasquatch in their oral tradition for unknown
generations. In 1967, the only believable photographic image was captured by
Roger Patterson in his film of Bigfoot walking through
Gathering, analyzing, and researching much of this evidence
is the Bigfoot Research Project (BRP) in
and responsibly learn about Bigfoot and its history. The project is not out
just to "bag one" and dissect its body just for the anthropological
record.
BRP believes this additional information to be true: Bigfoot
is over six feet tall and weighs a hefty 500 pounds; Bigfoot is nocturnal; and,
finally, Bigfoot is good at many things, including living in harsh conditions,
controlling its population, and treading softly on its environment.
Why is there no evidence of Bigfoot in the archaeological
record? And just how do BigFoots control their population? One Native American
presents the interesting theory of cannibalism (but he also says he knows where
a lair of them live). Being so large, BigFoots have large caloric needs and eat
whatever they can, and perhaps even each other. In the broader scope, however,
there
may just never have been large numbers of BigFoots in the
first place.
Some people say they felt awe and respect upon sighting a
Bigfoot, while others have made claims of children being torn limb from limb
and eaten alive by the Bigfoot's. Most believable accounts, however, report a
shy being.
I'm sure I would be shy too .....If I was a member of a
limited species <G>
REFERENCES
1. Sanderson, Ivan T. Abominable Snowmen: Legend Come to
Life.
Chilton Company, 1961.
2. To read further about this interesting phenomenon,
consult Richard
Bernheimer's Wild Men in the Middle Ages, Cambridge, MA,
Harvard University Press, 1952.
3. Green, John. On The Track of Sasquatch.
Publishing Ltd., 1968,p. 22.
4. Green, John. Year of the Sasquatch.
Ltd., 1978, p.14.
5. Fradkin, Philip. "Lonesome Wait for Bigfoot."
Examiner & Chronicle(
6. "Bigfoot Expert Checks Modoc Sighting,"
(UPI),
7. "Wildman's Hair Passes the Test," San Francisco
Chronicle (UPI),
8. See Milligan, Linda, "The 'Truth' About the Bigfoot
Legend" Western
Folklore 49:83-98, 1990, for more detail about the UFO link.
9. Cohen, Daniel, A Modern Look at Monsters.
Company,1970.
10. Degh, Linda and Andrew Vazsonyi, "The Dialectics of
the Legend. "
11. See Linda Milligan's discussion of this same view, op.
cit., pp.
84-85.
August Recipes from the Bitchin' Kitchen Witch'en <G>
Herbed Sour Cream Dip
1/2 cup plain yogurt or dairy sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp onion salt
1/16 tsp pepper
1/16 tsp ground red pepper
1/4 tsp dried basil leaves, crumbled
1/4 tsp salt
Paprika
Combine the yogurt/sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder,
onion salt,
pepper, red pepper, basil, and salt; mix thoroughly. Chill.
Just
before serving, garnish with a sprinkle of paprika.
GUACAMOLE
2 ripe avocados
3 radishes - chopped very finely
2 shallots - chopped very finely
1 garlic clove - minced or chopped
1 green chilli - seeded and chopped
1 tomatoes (ripe) - chopped finely
1 handful of fresh chopped coriander
juice from one lime or lemon
salt and pepper to taste
METHOD
In a bowl, mash the ripe avocados with a fork and mix in the other
ingredients. This should be made a little ahead so the
flavors have
time to mingle.
Note: This mixture can also be made in a food processor which is a lot
faster and gives you a much smoother result.
BLUE
EYE WITH MACADAMIAN MAYONNAISE.
POTATOE MASH
2 large potatoes
2 tablespoons each of butter, cream
salt and pepper
MAYONNAISE
1 tablespoon flour
2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon each of hot mustard, white vinegar, lemon juice
500ml macadamia oil
BLUE EYE
400g blue eye fillets
salt and pepper
flour
30g butter
METHOD
To make sweet potatoes mash, peel potatoes and cut roughly into small pieces.
Place in cold salted water, bring to the boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove
from heat and drain. Add butter and cream and mash until fluffy. Season to
taste.To prepare mayonnaise make sure all ingredients are at room temperature.
Whisk all ingredients except oil in a large bowl. Add the
oil in a thin stream whisking vigorously until the mixture
begins to thicken. Add the remaining oil a little at a time whisking constantly
until thick and firm. Add a little warm water if it is too thick.
Season to taste. Keep mayonnaise in a cool place covered
with plastic film.To serve, remove bones from the blue eye, portion into 4 nice
long pieces. Roll in seasoned flour. Melt butter in a flat based frying pan
over a medium heat. When sizzling add the fish. Cook for approximately one
minute on each side until nicely colored. Do not over cook.Place mash in the
centre of the plate with the fish on top, two pieces per serving. Spoon the
macadamia mayonnaise on top of the fish. Can be garnished with roughly chopped
macadamia nuts around the edge of the plate.
CREOLE
CABBAGE ROLLS
2 Servings
INGREDIENTS
12 or 14 cabbage leaves, cut large ones in half along thick ridge
3 tablespoons bacon grease or sausage drippings
1 clove garlic, finely minced 1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 pound ground beef 3/4 cup cooked rice
1/2 of a well beaten egg 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
Cook onion and garlic in bacon grease until tender.In a large bowl, thoroughly
mix meat, rice, egg, salt, pepper and cooked onion. Place about 1 tablespoon of
the mixture in soft end of the cabbage, ending with the large end of the leaf.
continue until all
are rolled.in a saucepan that has a tight fitting lid, place
a pan rack, crumbled foil, or pieces of cabbage on bottom and add water. Place
cabbage rolls hard end down.
CREOLE SAUCE
1 cup canned whole tomatoes and juice 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper 1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 lemon (for juice) 1 cup water
Combine tomatoes, salt, sugar and pepper. Pour over cabbage. Squeeze lemon over
all. Cover with a tight fitting lid. Cook 15 minutes, then reduce heat to low.
Cook 45 minutes longer. COOKING TIP: For a different taste treat,
cook the cabbage rolls
without tomatoes. Add 1/2 cup water and lemon juice, a few
mint leaves and salt. Make your favorite tomato sauce and spread over them when
served. Make a double batch - they freeze deliciously.
Magickal Properties of Trees
Apple: Love, fertility
Ash: Protection
Birch: Protection, fertility, new beginnings
Cedar: Prosperity
Elder: Healing, protection, prosperity
Elm: Protection
Juniper: Protection
Maple: Love
Oak: Healing, prosperity
Pine: Healing, prosperity, fertility
Rowan: protection from spells, luck
Walnut: Healing, protection
Yew: Protection
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Dear Alex,
Over the past 10 years I have frequently had readings from professionals. Quite
often during my readings I will be asked about my own abilities concerning
witchcraft and or paranormal talents. This has always baffled me, as I have
never studied nor pursued any such teachings.
However, recently I have been experiencing what can only be described as
precognition. It has been happening at least once a week, but not on any large
scale regarding the topic of the precognition.. Quite insignificant people or
matters or scenes will appear to me, and approximately 2-24 hours later the
same scene or person will actually be before me. Because these precognitions
are happening more and more I am trying to be open to them. But for someone
that has never experienced anything quite this strong before, I must say I'm a
tiny bit freaked out.....
I have also been having, during this time....incredibly vivid images of
possible past life experiences? I'm wondering if this could be related?
I have started reading many books about precognition and past life work but
wondered if you had any advice for someone that may be experiencing somewhat
psychic incidents for the first time..
If this is a gift that I'm being shown by the universe then I definitely don't
want to be closed to it...but how can I calmly go into this new stage of my
life without freaking out just a little? And, is it common for someone to
develop and or become aware of these abilities at 28 years old, or does this
normally happen at a younger age?
Any help or suggestions you can give me would be greatly appreciated.
I am a big admirer of your work and the tearooms...
regards
Heidi-Louise
Alex - Wow, talk about coming out of
the broom closet hehe. At 28 you are now transiting through a very powerful
astrological aspect called a Saturn Return,a three year
period which occurs every 28 years when Saturn returns to it’s original
position in the natal chart. Sounds complicated? It’s not.
Saturn is our stern taskmaster who
requires us to learn our lessons well and apply them to personal life issues
and dealings with others. Where does Saturn (and Capricorn) sit in your natal
chart? That’s where Saturn will strike. I am guessing its in one of the
psychic houses of your chart or at least aspected as much .
Important things to remember during your
Saturn Return are:
1. The Return lasts
three years or so from age 28-30.
2. Expect changes,
changes, changes.
3. Listen to what
Saturn is trying to teach you and apply that knowledge to difficult areas in
your life.
4. If you
don’t listen to Saturn now, the planet will kick you in the patoot during
the next Saturn Return (age 56 or so). How would you like another go-around? I
certainly wouldn’t!
Just think by the time you hit menopause
in another 30 years or so ..... you may find yourself a High Priestess or even
a professional psychic. Keep reading and keep learning ...and watch for
my upcoming class this fall on psychic Development if you are in the Boston
area its one you wont want to miss !
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Letter from kreates@hotmail.com
Hello,
I recently got divorced in Feb of this year with the great monthly readings and
guidance of CAT who is amazing she truly guided me to the path of seeing I'm
not with whom I meant to be with nor shall I be treated so cruelly, the
destructive relationship tends to follow me at times!! I have realized I truly
love an old boyfriend whom is still a wonderful friend and an important person
in my life he knows this I'm just wondering if things shall move forward his
bday is jan 20 which seems to be at cusp of different astro signs
.... any suggestions to this drama
K
Alex- I say go for it, there are no accidents in life
only lessons ...don't make another mistake by letting this guy get away again !
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letter from Lisa11171@aol.com
Hi
Alex,
I have constant nightmares, many of which I am being left alone, or hurt in
some emotional way. Do you believe this could come from a past life experience?
I have always wanted to try past life regression therapy, but don't know how to
find a reputable source.
Lately I feel like there is so much more I should be doing with my life. I feel
pulled to natural health therapies, and try to gain as much knowledge about my
spiritual side as possible. How can I find out how to make use of what I have
learned for the good of all people (especially myself!)?
Thanks,
Lisa
DOB: 01/11/1971
Alex- I sense it comes from a deeper subconscious
insecurity,in this life rather than from a past one. The best way to utilize
what you learn is to recognize it and never take it for granted. Many say in
this world giving is receiving, if so, then you must first give to yourself so
others can receive what you learn . :)
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letter from lmcantbewrong@netscape.net-
does
anyone at the tearoom do jewelry readings?
Alex- Why yes in fact we have a reading just for that
purpose, called psychometry here's a blurb from our menu on it -Psychometry.
Jewelry, photographs and other personal objects contain the vibrations with
which they have had a very special connection. 30 minutes @ $50
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Question from Murphtones@aol.com
Hey
Alex, great monthly column. My question is how do you answer a request for the
results of a gambling situation? (ie. the Lewis/Tyson boxing match) I'm
sure plenty of gamblers have tried to hedge their bets with psychic help.
Thanks-Murph
Alex- Unless asked as part of a radio or television
interview, I usually do not. If and when I do I would most likely use astrology
for the majority of the determination .
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question from susie.max@verizon.net
Hi
Alex,
I have been teaching myself Tarot card reading for the last few years.
I am interested in finding out if there are any good Tarot books out
there that you recommend. I am also interested in trying to get a
better understanding of how to interpret reversed cards and wonder what
how you work with them.
Thanks very much,
Susie Goldman
Alex- I strongly suggest any book by Mary K.
Greer or Robin Wood . Like many readers I don't use reversed meanings,
largely because it is a rather clumsy and inelegant mechanism, and there are
better ways to refine the interpretation of a card.
And lastly a comment from Morrison616@cs.com
Hi Alex
and company,
I don't have a particular question to ask of anyone, I just wanted you guys
to know how much I enjoy coming there and getting your newsletter too.
Take
care of yourselves and thanks for all you
do. Layna Morrison,
Alex- Thanks for the kudos, on behalf of my entire
staff I thank you .
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