What did I say about eclipses? Traditionally, they coincide with the death of important figures in your life or the world spotlight, politics or government. Somebody dies and leaves ripples in the pond. Three days after the lunar eclipse, on September 10, a MAGA activist influencer was shot and killed in Utah. I never heard of Charlie Kirk, who the hell is he? It turns out he had quite a following and the incident was regarded as an assassination. He was co-founder of Turning Point USA. He was opposed to gun control, imagine that. Now he must be sorry. The media was in a frenzy. He had a big televised funeral and flags flown at half-staff. Now that he is dead, he is a big star and a martyr. Ironically, he was shot by another MAGA follower. A clean-cut white bread Jimmy Stewart type. His motives are still not clear.
I really don’t want to talk politics. But here goes. This incident generates power and sympathy for Trump, MAGA and the far right. Not good. I conjecture that it might be a set-up. It calls attention to the gun problem, no matter which side you are on. You can’t shoot someone just because you don’t agree with them. Anyway, there you go. An eclipse can herald an event or the closing of a cycle.
Which brings me to my next point. People are being taken off the air or sent to the curb because they are not in line with MAGA, ICE, the CDC or the FCC. Steven Colbert, Susan Monarez and Jimmy Kimmel to name a few. Not just Trump but these organizations behind him have become despotic and controlling. Do what we tell you, follow our line of thinking or you are out. During the first Trump term, it was happening in the White House. It was a revolving door. People were hired and fired regularly if Trump had become disenchanted with them. Present-day example: James Comey, whom he fired in 2017, and is now under indictment, is one of many targets Trump is seeking to destroy.
Not only is America NOT GREAT but this is not America anymore. This is Pluto talking. Pluto rules many things. Death, tyranny, absolute power, endings, transformation and permanent change. Pluto is despotic and controlling. Picture a giant thumb crushing the country. Hitler, Stalin, Mao, Castro and many other absolute dictators in history, were usually propelled by a dark ideology. History repeats itself now. Our freedom of speech is being eroded from under us, and outright taken away. Can we turn the tide? Fortunately, Disney and ABC have let Jimmy Kimmel back on the air a few days after they pulled him. Public outcry was overwhelming, especially from the entertainment industry. Maybe we aren’t lost after all.
I tell you these things with great sadness and passion. I mourn for all those who are being cut down by the machine. I’m a bleeding heart Quaker and proud of it. Freedom of speech must be protected. Our ancestors came here for it, and fought a revolution to keep it. What good is to come from Pluto? Transformation and change are a part of life. Pluto has been retrograde in Aquarius, for five months and will station direct on October 14. Operating mostly below the surface, when he makes a point he certainly means business. At the station, standing still, the energy is most powerfully concentrated. After the solar eclipse on September 21, you never know what will happen or who will leave in the next few weeks. That’s all now, end of rant. The future can’t be so dark. I hope to talk about other more pleasant things next month.
Celestial Almanac: Aries Full Moon October 7, Libra New Moon October 21. Halloween (Samhain), October 31. Remember, this is the best day of the year for conjuring, seances, occult readings and contacting loved ones on the other side. Have your palm read, or a Tarot reading. All Saint’s Day (Dia de los Muertos) November 1.
Saturn and Neptune Rx (October 22) are in Pisces. No worries. Stationing direct in December, back in Aries in February. The Libra Sun followed by Venus in your marriage house is a happy influence for all relationships. Romance, creative endeavors, diplomacy and business partnerships are going well. You can sign contracts and hold important meetings now. Watch the Full Moon October 7. A project is successful or a plan comes to completion.
When the Sun moves into Scorpio October 23 your relationships are in focus. With Mercury and Mars there, communications are greatly helped. Mars could cause some excitement or aggravation but generally, it is a high energy cycle to be used wisely. Find some hard work to do. Talk over problems with your partner, get it out on the table. Everything will work out nicely. Watch Mars square Pluto beginning of the month, it could affect your career.
This should be a quiet period with not much happening. The Sun and Venus in Libra will light up your social life, however. Happy times. Relax and enjoy yourself. You will be invited out more. You will make new friends. Romance is favored and you could meet someone special. Creativity and children’s activities are also favored. Decorate for Halloween and find a dynamite outfit to wear. Make a wish at the New Moon on October 21, it could mean a new beginning.
Mars in Scorpio, a water sign, is positive for you. This is a high energy cycle, and physically you feel good. Your health is better and in your work things smoothly fall into place. Especially when Mars is trine Jupiter in Cancer at the end of the month, a positive influence. This is also great for romance, social life and the conception of children. Make a party or go out with children trick or treating. While the Sun and Venus are in Libra, home life is happy, too. When the Sun goes into Scorpio this makes things even better, and adds to the holiday spirits.
With Mars in Scorpio, the home fires burn brightly. Some of you may have a confrontation with a family member but you can work it out. You can get work done around the house and property. Use up some of that excess energy. Rake the leaves and decorate for the holidays. When the Sun moves into Scorpio, it will be a more pleasant, cheerful influence, and life at home gets better. Decorate and have an open house for friends. Life is good.
While Venus is here until October 13 you are more loving and affectionate. Do something unselfish, kind and charitable for others. Take care of yourself, too. This is a feel-good transit. Get a massage or a nice haircut. Go shopping for clothes. All relationships are favored, friendships, romance and business affairs. Everyone is getting along nicely. Uranus Rx is in your career house but quiet right now. An unexpected twist here and there but nothing serious.
With the Sun and Venus here, you get lots of attention. Happy times. Romance and friendship are favored. You are in the spotlight. Things go well at work and it is a good time for your annual review. Higher-ups are pleased with your work. Or, you can do a presentation that will be a success. Publishing, promotions and social media bring good results. Both lunations will be important to your sign. At the New Moon October 21, make a wish.
This is a high energy cycle for Mars, in his ruling sign. You are empowered. Everything you do should be a success. When Mars joins with your Sun, it is the best time to begin a new work-out, a diet, or increase your efforts to lose weight. Some of you may get into a confrontation but it will work out. Mars sees to it that things are brought to the surface and dealt with accordingly. You are in charge. Use the power wisely.
Uranus Rx in your marriage house may bring a surprise, or a new relationship. Or nothing at all. No worries. Venus in Virgo until October 13 is good for your career and public life. Women are helpful to you in some way. A festive company dinner with all the trimmings may be coming up. There is an accent on the arts, fashion and social media. You might get a raise or have an opportunity, a twist of good luck, if you are trying to make a career change.
Jupiter in Cancer continues to bring happiness in marriage and other relationships. Business is proceeding nicely. Money or social connections may come to you through your spouse. When Mars trines Jupiter at the end of the month it will be a fortunate influence in many ways. Elective surgery and physical therapy will go well. If you are single, a friendship may evolve to a higher level, or bring benefits.
Because of the planets in Libra this is a good month for travel and furthering your education. You may make new friends. Because of Venus you may visit art galleries and museums and come home inspired. Mars in your career house makes things exciting at work. You should push for that promotion, or look around for new directions. You are more ambitious. The grass is greener over the next hill, check it out.
Saturn and Neptune Rx (October 22) are in your sign for a couple months but probably not cause any trouble. Creativity and spiritual inspiration may be important to you at this time. Venus in Virgo for about two weeks is pleasant for all relationships. Romance is favored. Go out with your sweetie, or a good friend. Mars in Scorpio favors travel, so plan a trip very soon.
