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New Moon in Cancer on July 2
Uranus Stations Retrograde, Mars Enters Virgo
By Shelley L. Ackerman
[From my 'Shimmering Stars' column in
The Westchester Guardian, © 2008]
SHELLEY ACKERMAN
Photo: Rich Press
Luke Russert: Like Father, Like Son?
Without an appropriate and necessary time-out to privately digest and grieve his legendary father’s sudden passing, twenty two year old Luke Russert has been guesting on talk shows all over the tube.
Recently on Larry King Live to represent and comment on the influence of the youth vote, King pretty much offered young Russert a job on the spot. Luke was gracious and said that he’d probably “stick with the peacock” (NBC) but that he’d be happy to be Larry King’s assistant. King said he thought there’d be a network bidding war for Luke based on how well he did on his and other shows. But NBC and CNN take note: Based on his astrological chart, Luke will evolve into his own man and will eventually reject any institution that restricts truthful self expression. With Uranus in Sagittarius in the 10th house (the career part of the horoscope), he is destined to be an agent of change and an advocate of freedom of speech and truth in advertising. Luke will, without a doubt, grow into a force that whips the media back into shape, and may even own and run his own network someday. And when that day arrives, I’d like to work for him…he could easily become the Edward R. Murrow of his time and then some!
Much in the way that JFK jr. was America’s prince a generation before, we have embraced Luke and have taken in him to our hearts. He is an impressive and likeable young man. With a similar astrological signature to presumptive democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama, Luke is a Leo with Aquarius rising, (according to his dad, Luke was born on August 22nd 1985 at 7:11 pm) and though the circumstances of their childhoods were diametrically opposed, both Obama and young Russert were thrust out into the world after losing their fathers relatively early.
Given the fact that astrologers are trained to pay close attention to patterns, it is interesting that both Obama and Russert, with such comparable charts, are star players on the world stage during this pre-election 2008 season. The Leo agenda is not just about being the star of the show, on a deeper level it’s about becoming one’s own authority and of moving away from dependence on the illusion of an all-knowing ever protective father figure. The right wing has mastered tapping into this deep collective need by providing a father figure type government that will protect us from the bad guys, at the expense of our freedom. Bill Clinton is a Leo who never knew his father. In contrast, George W. Bush (a Cancer with Leo rising), never has left his: At age 62, he is still dependent on his father and his dad’s cronies and we’re all the worse for it. Bush 43 never earned anything on his own. He never had to struggle and build muscle in the way that Obama did, and that laziness and lack of curiosity has been part of the “pass’ that has characterized the right wing’s ease at implementing policies that have been so detrimental to the underprivileged.
Recently, to counter-act the electronic buzz of distraction, inspiring and thought provoking billboards and ads have been popping up from a not-for-profit named The Foundation for a Better Life. This ad, featuring Albert Einstein, is for confidence. Unfortunately, our over-confident Supreme Court has failed to serve the highest good with a disturbing ruling on DC’s ban on hand guns and this:
Exxon Valdez Punitive Award Cut 90% by US Supreme Court
And those “cronies” are at it again. In this heart-breaking decision which was handed down this week, just as Saturn transited the South Node (3 Virgo) of the 1989 accident chart, a message was sent to corporate America,: You are not accountable and have nothing to fear no matter how many lives are destroyed by your greed and negligence. The environment surrounding Prince William Bay in Alaska has never recovered from the Exxon-Valdez oil spill which took place just after midnight on March 24, 1989.
And while the folks at Exxon congratulate themselves and count their money, NASA officials warned that if drastic measures to halt global warming are not implemented immediately, “Earth is Toast”. Want proof? For the first time EVER, the North Pole may be ice free this year. Liberals need not apply for top government positions! An internal investigation has proved that many qualified candidates were turned down for top jobs in the justice department because of their left-leaning political views. And as the election nears, privacy for individuals in Europe and the US dwindles.
My Faves for the Week:
Amy Goodman on George Carlin
Dr. Pepper Wins Bridal Auction
Dick Cavett- Smiling Through
UNITY is Crowded- NYT’s Gail Collins insightful take on The Obama/Clinton Show in New Hampshire
Chart: Cancer New Moon July 2
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June 26: Moon in Aries, Uranus Station Retro @ 8:01 pm
June 28: Moon v/c @ 2:13 am, enters Taurus @ 2:50 am
June 30: Moon v/c @ 2:43 am, enters Gemini @ 4:03 am,
Mars trine Pluto @ 6:53 pm
July 1: Mars enters Virgo @ 12:21 pm
July 2: Moon v/c @ 3:08 am, enters Cancer @ 3:53 am,
New Moon @ 10:19 pm
*Moon v/c = ‘void of course’, a time of disconnect until the Moon enters the next sign
ARIES: Let’s assume that for the past seven weeks, you have picked your battles wisely, and that this clever strategy has earned you the respect and admiration of some onlookers who are in a position to do you some good. As a result, you’ll undergo further testing, but don’t be frustrated: It’s all leading somewhere great. As Mars enters Virgo, pay strict attention to all pesky details. Dotting “I’s” and crossing “T’s” will make all the difference in the world and will determine how high up you go on that proverbial ladder in the weeks ahead.
TAURUS: It’s quite possible and even very likely that a last minute maneuver with a bank or other financial institution can save the day and put you in a financial state of grace just under the wire. Revisit a former rejection and ask again-nicely. You may catch that formerly cranky gate-keeper at just the right time. The New Moon in your third house of communication encourages better communication with siblings and neighbors. Mending Fences, anyone?
GEMINI: If you’re willing to give up your guilty pleasure of enjoying the static between factions of your life, you can actually do several people a world of good. You’re in the position to heal wounds that seemed beyond hope and reproach. Walk tall and proud and go forward with the intention to use that brilliant mind of yours in a whole new way. After that achievement, Mars enters Virgo and your 4th house. Roll up your sleeves and get ready for six weeks of major home improvement.
CANCER: A healthy alliance between you and a savvy co-worker will make or break you this week. The question is: Can you be as generous as you are self-protective? If the answer is “yes”, then you have nothing to fear and nothing to worry about. When the New Moon kicks in late on July 2, it’s time to hit the “refresh” button. If you see yourself in a new light, others will be more apt to do so as well.
LEO: There’s a golden opportunity to fine tune and place a creative idea just where it needs to be. This is one time where family can be helpful so don’t brush them or a suggestion made by someone at home aside-it will be helpful. Mars enters your 2nd house and it’s full steam ahead at working on and solving a financial problem. The key words for your Summer ’08 are “sweat equity”.
VIRGO: Though Saturn has kept you in feeling put upon and sluggish, you’re about to get a shot in the arm when Mars, the red planet, enters your sign on July 1st. The important thing is to not internalize the tension and to not under any circumstances indulge the temporary excess frustration by lashing out at some innocent counter clerk or cab driver who misses a beat as he/she is doing their job.
LIBRA: Your social self will have to wait. The combination of Mars in your 12th house and the New Moon in your career house presents a strange puzzle: How can you get all of the extra work done and be responsive to exciting career offers without being available for drinks, dinner, and what ever else goes with being in demand? Take a rain check and be committed to the work at hand. You have no other choice.
SCORPIO: Teamwork, precision, and taking time to clearly delineate roles and any reassignment of tasks in the work place needs to be addressed now to keep things running smoothly and to eliminate unnecessary conflict and resentments. Why let static accumulate when a few steps will insure a glitch-free Summer of achievement?
SAGITTARIUS: Mars in Virgo at the top of your chart reminds that irregardless of what the calendar says, it’s time to focus on career full steam ahead. So while everyone else is at the beach, the track, or getting wasted on Margaritas. You can and should make excuses, disappear when need be, and take care of business. You’re in an exceptional building phase and should say as little as possible for the time being.
CAPRICORN: As a rule, getting on your high horse and pontificating about this that and the other thing is most annoying and off-putting. But if you sublimate your style and keep focused on being of service, your words of wisdom will be met with gratitude and a smile. The New Moon in your 7th house opens the door for a brilliant partner. Listen to what this person offers. A spouse or significant other will have good news to share. Be supportive.
AQUARIUS: The New Moon in your 6th house encourages a renaissance in your health and work regimes. Scheduling your tasks after revisiting priorities will help the Summer to flow much better than if you don’t. Mars in Virgo and in your 8th house will facilitate a hard look and subsequent action regarding shared finances or a mortgage. The thing to remember is you probably know more than you think. Your intuition is razor sharp, just get all the facts straight.
PISCES: All’s fair in love and war except when the injured party is numero uno, if you catch my drift. But you wounding is not inevitable unless you take every little thing that’s said personally. There’s a bit of passive-aggression going on here so don’t take the bait. Mars enters your 7th house of partners/open enemies and you haven’t been challenged like this since August 2006. Revisit what happened back then and see if you could respond better this time when similar issues come up.