Ask anyone what they know about the full moon, which takes place every 28 days, and they may mention the effect the moon has on the tides or the infamous werewolf who howls at the moon. What some people don’t realise is that the date Easter falls in the calendar is determined by the cycle… Read more
Saturn in Libra and relationships
In the previous blog, I talked about Kate Middleton and her Saturn return, which happens age 29-30, an important stage in a person’s life when major decisions and commitments define who you are as an adult. Saturn is currently in Libra, the sign of relationships, and this has been an important transit for many Librans… Read more
Saturn return and Kate Middleton
When Kate Middleton (born January 9 1982) marries Prince William later this month, she will be 29. A recent newspaper article stated that “the typical first-time bride is now 30-years-old when she walks down the aisle, official figures have revealed.” (Daily Mail) For astrologers, this age coincides with one of the major planetary returns,… Read more
Mercury retrograde
Mercury, the planet of communication, is retrograde until Easter. This relatively common occurence gets a lot of bad press amongst astrologers: don’t travel; don’t sign anything; don’t make any major decisions; etc. etc. As far as I’m concerned, it’s not a reason to stop living and do nothing; life and the show must go on…. Read more
Jupiter and Jessie J
Happy Birthday, Jessie J Jessie J, singer and songwriter (born March 27 1988), stormed in to the British music charts this year. She received the Critic’s Choice at the 2011 Brit Awards and released her debut album, “Who You Are”, to great acclaim, both in February 2011. Jessie is an Aries and her rocket to… Read more
Your Stars for 21st March-19th April 2011
It’s your birthday if you’re an Aries! Happy Solar Return! How can you benefit when the Sun in Aries? Aries is ruled by Mars, the red planet, creating heat and energy. Be physical and competitive; train for a marathon, experiment with hot yoga, work up a sweat, fight for your rights and chase promotion…. Read more
The spring equinox and a fresh start
This year the Sun’s move in to Aries takes place just before midnight on March 20. This signals the arrival of spring and the vernal equinox when day and night are of equal length. In many religions it’s a time of profound significance, indicating the transition from winter to spring and darkness to light. Ancient… Read more
