Mercury goes direct Nov 1 after spending the last 21 days retrograde. We have all been exposed to our areas of excess and extremes and where we need to bring things into a place of balance. Knowing what needs to be done gives us the place to start with putting our efforts toward achieving productive results. Nov 18 mercury will leave this retrograde shadow as it joins with Venus in her square to the newly retrograde Mars, making this the perfect time to realize we can no longer wait for things to be as we wish but to be thankful for the way things are. Happiness is a state of mind that will forever elude unless we recognize what we have now to be thankful for.
November 9, 2007 New Moon at 17 degrees of Scorpio creates A Grand Water trine with Uranus in Pisces and Mars in Cancer. This energy brings the ability to manifest into reality through the feeling desire nature, so be careful what you wish for. As the New Moon squares Neptune our desires could manifest through external events that were propelled by our thoughts as we requested change without true understanding of what our desires could manifest without guidance of wisdom, maturity and requests for what is in our own best interest.
The Sabian Symbol by Marc Edmond Jones for The New Moon degree:
A woods rich in autumn coloring. This is a symbol of nature's high ministry of service to every function and purpose of individual living and of the varying manifestations of a reality supported and brought to its genuine fruitage by the eternal and illimitable resources on every hand. There is here an exaltation of every ideal potentiality, dramatized in the form of inevitable and universal consummations of order and beauty. Life achieves its ultimate promise in a personal excellence, which may be found compounded a thousand fold. The keyword is Fulfillment. When positive, the degree is high success in every area of true self-interest and when negative, a perverse delight in permitting worthwhile things to go to seed.
Mars retrograde Nov 15, 2007 at 12 degrees of Cancer begins a 75-day sojourn that involves the planet of war to transverse an area that is mired with emotion and personal restraint. Relationships of all kinds will be tested. The challenge will be to direct this energy inward to find the answers to the questions we each ask. This is not a journey all are capable of making but one that will be obvious once achieved by all who witness the transformation, as this is the prize of personal discovery.
No aggressive action is rewarded with mars retrograde, as it undermines the aggressor leaving them often to find them-selves the victim. Surgical procedures unless of an emergency nature should be postponed as Mars represents the Surgeon, whom could experience the slip of hand or misjudged conclusion that may create unnecessary complications.
Uranus goes direct Nov 24, 2007 after the past 5 months being retrograde, only four hours before the Gemini Full Moon. We will experience personal and collective breakthroughs in the following seven months of Uranus' direct motion bringing creative thoughts into creativity by those who are willing to take the personal risk and make the effort to stand out amongst others.
This Full Moon at 1 degree of Gemini squares the nodes demanding that we do the work we know how to do yet apply our selves to make the magic of our dreams a reality or stop whining and complaining about others or how unfortunate we are.
Signs:
Aries:New Moon highlights shared resources, taxes, insurance, debts, etc. Time to provide yourself with a financial safety net to safeguard against uncertainty. Protect home and family with locked doors and personal fire drills and smoke detector fresh batteries. Begin networking with the full moon energy to bring that personal desire into your everyday experience. Tell others what you can do then Do it.
Taurus: New Moon highlights relationships and bringing about desired results through the art of communication and intention. Protect your car with white light as you travel the highways and adequate insurance coverage for those times mishaps occur. Personal initiative in the career can bring financial benefits around the full moon.
Gemini: New Moon highlights your work, health and daily routines. You could make changes here that bring you financial, physical and career success. Protect your personal assets through security alarms, locks and caution. You may find yourself in the limelight of the full moon that can result in career change or community recognition. Be creative.
Cancer: New Moon highlights your creativity, romance and willingness to take risks. Making this a time for creative pursuits, involvement with children and adventures. Protect yourself with staying alert and being aware of your surroundings. Act as if there is always someone watching. The full moon could shine light on secrets that look better out of the dark.
Leo: New Moon highlights home and family. Bringing you a new awareness of those you call family. Protect yourself from hidden enemies and those who would do you harm, especially if it comes from the subconscious in the form of self -doubt and personal sabotage. Positive thinking is your greatest ally. Full Moon could bring changes in shared resources and debt making a desire a reality.
Virgo: New Moon highlights communication, travel, siblings and your neighbors. You may find yourself with more activity than there is time as you juggle the demands made on you. Protect your goals; friendships and the resources of your employer and parents from anyone or anything that might take undo advantage. The full moon may bring light on your talents creating a new relationship with partners.
Libra: New Moon highlights self -esteem, finances and survival instincts. Making this an important time for negotiation and convincing others of your worth and ability to perform and make a contribution to society. Protect your reputation and your word with follow through and honorable action. The full moon may bring education or litigation.
Scorpio: The New Moon highlights you, Happy birthday! This is the beginning of a new year that has great potential to bring you new adventures and greater creative freedom. Protect yourself from legal disputes by taking personal responsibility in all areas of concern. Obey the speed limit and wear your seat belt. Full moon brings attention to shared resources and a new plan of action.
Sagittarius: The New Moon highlights your greatest strengths and weaknesses, the subconscious and places of confinement. You may find yourself involved with behind the scene activities, visiting those that are shut-in's or making a trip to the hospital yourself. Protect your shared resources, insurance coverage's, financial investments or credit report to be sure all is as it should be. The full moon will bring partnerships and their issues to your attention along with changes around the home and family.
Capricorn: The New Moon highlights your dreams and aspirations, friendships and income of self -employment. You may find yourself seeking others who share similar interests and talents. Protect your relationships with keeping private matters private. The full moon will bring attention to your work and health as you find your schedule demands increase, requiring you to make time for yourself a priority too.
Aquarius: The New Moon highlights your career, employer, parents and reputation. There could be unexpected changes in any or all these areas. Protect your health by paying close attention to detail any signs that might signal cause for concern, don't hesitate to have a physical check up. Your employment may also be an area that requires vigilance. The full moon brings you into contact with children or those close to your heart. A change in priorities is a strong possibility.
Pisces: The New Moon highlights your beliefs, higher education, philosophy and your connection with the law. This could bring you a jury summons, interest in continued education or opportunity to instruct others in your beliefs. Protect yourself from taking any unnecessary risks that could result in serious consequences. The full moon will bring an increase in time and energy concerning home and family with you at its center.