10 Jul ALACAZEM 2015.07.09
July 9 to 16, 2015 Visible planets: Morning: Mercury Evening: Venus, Jupiter, Saturn
Here we are, moving through summer. The wild, wonderful 4th of July holiday has passed. Our hearts have felt the power and glory of sizzling summer days and enchanting summer nights. Flowers blossom and fruits ripen. Afternoon monsoons leave us with dewy meadows and shimmering rainbows. The night skies sparkle with stars.
Many of us are busy, busy, busy, feeling summer slip away. But whatever we’re doing, it’s time to make hay while the Sun shines. Time to catch a free concert, or two or three, up at the Sunset Plaza or the Ridgway Town Park, go swimming in Ouray or take a hike to see the wildflowers up Tomboy Road or Yankee Boy Basin. And then there are all the other summer activities people do and want to do. Plenty to do, for sure.
The Cancer zodiac month is up front and center when it comes to summer. Although true mid-summer takes place during the powerful cross-quarter week of Leo in the first week of August, the strong initiating cardinal energy of the tropical zodiac’s first water sign [Cancer] surrounds us with hypnotic, nurturing waves of our Mother Earth’s abundant beauty and bounty. The rhythmic sound and stunning, mystical beauty of her oceans, the magnificent mountains and whispering forests, sweet cherries and rosy peaches, seduce and sedate us like a magical tonic made just for summer’s sweet surrender.
Yes, surrender. Sweet. Summer. Surrender. Summer’s sweet surrender. Do it whenever you can. Surrender to the summer. The Mother. The Mother Earth’s sweet summer. Surrender. Yes.
Aries (Mar. 20-Apr. 19) As the Cancer zodiac month marches on, nights grow dark and the stars sparkle. It’s a great week for more reflection and less action, but good luck with that! Plenty of emotional awareness may have you thinking about relationships. Don’t get caught up in internal dialogs that focus on what you’re not getting from others and instead focus on what you do. Why create suffering? Life is a miracle, enjoy the mystery.
Taurus (Apr. 19-May 20) With Saturn retrograde in secretive Scorpio, you may find yourself hiding out, withholding emotions or simply returning to old haunts and habits regarding others. Doubts and suspicions in relationships may resurface as you question progress and honesty in relationships. Hang in there and let it evolve. By week’s end, the stars align for that needed conversation or negotiation. Focus on a positive outcome.
Gemini (May 20-June 20) A late-rising, waning Moon leaves us with a stellar, diamond-studded night sky. Slip out into the evening darkness and catch a glimpse of the heavens. Summer provides us with a variety of options and opportunities to appreciate the natural life on our magical planet Earth. Don’t let it them pass you by. Also consider expressing the deep love and gratitude for the special people in your life. They won’t be here forever.
Cancer (June 20-July 22) As the Gemini lunar cycle moves toward closure, go out into the night and day; immerse yourself in its natural beauty and bounty. Stars sparkle and rivers rush, flowers blossom and fruits ripen. Summer is a time of embrace, a time to love and live fully. Do it. And while you do, accept responsibility for your personal health and happiness. You have everything you need; cultivate the wisdom to see and know it.
Leo (July 22-Aug. 22) Jupiter and Venus together in Leo, happy ever after. And with the Sun moving ever closer to entering your sign, you may be feeling the strong power and gratitude for life. How did you get so lucky? An open, loving heart guarantees that you will enjoy every day and night you have on Earth. Even if it hurts. So follow your heart and keep it open. Love is the answer and happiness is the key. Be courageously you.
Virgo (Aug. 22-Sep. 22) You may find yourself wanting to express some rather deep feelings to people you love and respect, yet you feel tentative and somewhat frightened at the prospect. The big challenge is in overcoming doubt and embracing courage. And, of course, you have nothing to fear, except fear itself. You will be amazed at the powerful, healing results of courage. Tap into your inner strength and be sweet as you go.
Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 22) As you approach the July 15th Cancer New Moon, take note of the world around you. Is your immediate environment nurturing and aesthetically pleasing? Do you find comfort and pleasure in the people with whom you share your homelife? How are your family relationships? Is there someone you need to hug or embrace with love? This dark moon week is perfect for enriching soul and spirit. Do the work, reap the rewards.
Scorpio (Oct. 22-Nov. 21) Master Teacher planet Saturn retrograde in the late degrees of Scorpio squares sweet Venus in Leo this week, summoning you to bring more beauty and balance into your life, especially in regard to relationships, finances and creative pursuits. This is an excellent time to go deep and identify what might benefit by a little bolstering and improvement, consider how to get there and to commit to the path.
Sagittarius (Nov. 21-Dec. 20) Mercury, Mars and the Sun in Cancer line up to join the Moon in Cancer at week’s end in the advent of another fresh lunar cycle. This planetary combination calls for a deepening of our emotional intelligence and strengthens our innate spiritual ability to understand, communicate and act appropriately where our feelings are concerned. Be strong, be brave and be compassionate. And, as always, keep the faith.
Capricorn (Dec. 20-Jan. 19) Serious Saturn retrograde in secretive, power-hungry Scorpio squares sweet, seductive Venus in flamboyant Leo at week’s end, paving the way for several days of examination regarding issues of control and freedom in relationships. Personal self-expression is a theme as you observe the behavior patterns at work in your closest, most cherished involvements. The answer: love and let go. Trust the Universe.
Aquarius (Jan. 19-Feb. 18) Love and faith are celestial themes as the Moon wanes and night skies sparkle. Life is good today and you know it. Of course, it didn’t happen overnight or arrive with out hard work, struggle and challenge. You are gifted with the divine talent of focus and power of commitment. Now it’s time demonstrate the appreciation and gratitude you feel for the people who have helped you along the way.
Pisces (Feb. 18-Mar. 20) The Moon rises later and grows smaller each night this week, moving ever closer to its new Moon conjunction with the Sun on the evening of July 15th. As always, waning Moons are perfect times for inner work, taking inventory and preparing for the lunar month ahead. And late degree Cancer is all about emotional evolution; the heart-to-head quotient and body-soul connection. Do your best, follow your heart.
Cynthia is a third generation astrologer living on a high mountain mesa 40 miles west of Telluride. Visit her website @ www.alacazem.com
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