<?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8'?><?xml-stylesheet href="http://www.blogger.com/styles/atom.css" type="text/css"?><feed xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom' xmlns:openSearch='http://a9.com/-/spec/opensearchrss/1.0/' xmlns:georss='http://www.georss.org/georss' xmlns:gd='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005' xmlns:thr='http://purl.org/syndication/thread/1.0'><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6337789605716394777</id><updated>2012-01-31T11:11:04.885-08:00</updated><category term='P'/><title type='text'>AstroConnections</title><subtitle type='html'></subtitle><link rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#feed' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default?max-results=100'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/'/><link rel='hub' href='http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/'/><author><name>Dorene Carrel</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06337784198890798568</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><generator version='7.00' uri='http://www.blogger.com'>Blogger</generator><openSearch:totalResults>11</openSearch:totalResults><openSearch:startIndex>1</openSearch:startIndex><openSearch:itemsPerPage>100</openSearch:itemsPerPage><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6337789605716394777.post-6811187128018662538</id><published>2012-01-31T11:09:00.000-08:00</published><updated>2012-01-31T11:11:04.902-08:00</updated><title type='text'>Astrology Report for February 2012</title><content type='html'>&lt;table style="border-collapse:separate; border-spacing:15px; "&gt;             &lt;tbody&gt;&lt;tr&gt;             &lt;td&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/td&gt;             &lt;/tr&gt;             &lt;tr&gt;             &lt;td style="padding-top:10px"&gt;&lt;table&gt;&lt;tbody&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td style="width:800px;"&gt;&lt;div class="msgheader"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;&lt;div id="calendarMessage"&gt;&lt;div id="message854182724" class="undoreset clearfix"&gt;&lt;div id="yiv1030100452"&gt;                 &lt;div&gt;   &lt;table id="yiv1030100452layout" style="margin:20px auto;text-align:left;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:#ffffff;" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="600"&gt;    &lt;tbody&gt;&lt;tr&gt;     &lt;td id="yiv1030100452header" style="background-color:#8fa8ff;color:#FFFFFF;font-family:Helvetica;font-weight:normal;text-align:center;padding:40px 0 30px 0;"&gt;      &lt;h1 class="yiv1030100452primary-heading" style="font-size:35px;font-weight:bold;color:#FFFFFF;font-family:Helvetica;margin:0;"&gt;Astrology Report for February&lt;br /&gt;By Dorene Carrel&lt;/h1&gt;      &lt;h2 class="yiv1030100452secondary-heading" style="color:#EEEEEE;margin-top:7px;font-size:14px;font-weight:normal;"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:18px;"&gt;Astrology Report By Dorene is part of the monthly Planet Alert mailings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;/h2&gt;     &lt;/td&gt;    &lt;/tr&gt;    &lt;tr&gt;     &lt;td id="yiv1030100452content" style="margin:0;font-size:12px;color:#555555;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;font-family:Helvetica;line-height:1.6em;padding:0px 30px 0;"&gt;      &lt;table id="yiv1030100452content-grid" width="100%"&gt;       &lt;tbody&gt;&lt;tr&gt;        &lt;td style="vertical-align:top;padding-right:30px;" valign="top" width="550"&gt;&lt;div style="text-align:center;"&gt;  &lt;span style="font-size:14px;"&gt;&lt;a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=6d9e266e0aa69df02f796c481&amp;amp;id=b23a66c15a&amp;amp;e=3f736d23eb" style="color:#336699;text-decoration:underline;font-weight:normal;"&gt;View email in webpage browser format&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;  &lt;/div&gt; &lt;div style="text-align:left;"&gt;  &lt;span style="color:#000080;"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14px;"&gt;           February is highlighted by Neptune entering its own sign of Pisces,  along with Saturn turning stationary direct in Libra.  Saturn will  provide us with needed grounding as we open to the more subtle  other-worldly energies of Neptune.&lt;br /&gt;           We begin the month under the waxing cycle of the January  Aquarius New Moon, which brings focus to balancing individual  self-expression with joining forces with like-minded others.  Mars in  Virgo continues in its retrograde cycle until April, giving us the next  several weeks to review and plan how to best use our physical energies  in the next two years.  One’s chart can reveal the specific areas  affected according to the transiting Mars house position and aspects,  along with the best approach to take to actualize personal goals.&lt;br /&gt;           On February 3 Neptune makes its final entry into Pisces,  where it will travel for the next thirteen years, opening us to higher  dimensions of awareness.  During this period, we will be more attuned to  the finer, more subtle energies (frequencies) of things/people, as we  learn how to access and trust our intuitive intelligence for guidance.  According to Penney Pierce, finding your home frequency is a big turning  point in the transformation process. Her book, &lt;em&gt;Frequency&lt;/em&gt;  provides instructions on how to access one’s own home frequency. During  this cycle, the feminine side will become enhanced, as taking a more  heart-centered approach prevails.&lt;br /&gt;           &lt;strong&gt;On February 7, the Full Moon occurs at 18 Leo 32.&lt;/strong&gt;  This cycle brings focus to our use of creative self expression,  leadership, confidence and enthusiasm.  The shadow side of Leo is being  arrogant and ego-centered. The alignment with Mercury and Uranus will  encourage us to take a unique approach with our communications, while  being open to new insights and ideas.  The Sabian symbols for these  degrees emphasize breaking free from rigidly structured social behavior  and taking courageous action to control destructive impulses.  &lt;br /&gt;           Also on February 7, Saturn turns retrograde at 29 Libra 31.  Saturn is at this critical 29 degree point from January 14-March 2.  It  will travel back to 22 Libra in June, and then reach 29 Libra again in  late September, before entering Scorpio on October 6. During this  retrograde period we can expect old relationship patterns (Libra) to  surface so we can finally resolve and heal them. We will also be looking  at how we can incorporate the Libra traits of harmony, balance,  detachment and equality into our relationships.&lt;br /&gt;           Venus aligns with Uranus in Aries on February 9, which may  bring new energy to existing relationships or a focus on how to resolve  our needs for both freedom and closeness.  This is a good time for  trying out some unique and bold strategies for making new social  connections.&lt;br /&gt;           On February 13, Mercury aligns with Neptune and makes a  harmonious trine with Saturn.  These few days can be used for  introspective or creative types of activities, especially where some  type of organization is beneficial.  A favorable Mercury/Jupiter  alignment on February 16 can bring new prosperity or creative ideas to  bring a financial increase.  The solar alignment with Neptune on  February 19 favors meditation and creative visualization.&lt;br /&gt;           &lt;strong&gt;The New Moon occurs on February 21 at 3 Pisces.&lt;/strong&gt;   It makes aspects with Neptune, Chiron, Jupiter and Venus. This cycle  will emphasize the qualities of being spiritual, intuitive, artistic,  compassionate and visionary.  The shadow side of Pisces is deception,  escapism and delusion.  Chiron brings a healing prospect to events that  occur now, and can bring focus to releasing limiting beliefs connected  to relationships and prosperity.  The Sabian symbol for this degree,  “Petrified Tree Trunks Lie Broken on Desert Sand,” emphasizes preserving  the records of achievement of fully matured cultures.&lt;br /&gt;           The month closes with harmonious solar alignments with both  Jupiter and Pluto from February 25-27.  This is a good week to focus on  financial expansion and personal empowerment.&lt;br /&gt;           In March, Mercury in Aries turns retrograde.  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This station occurs on the 4th house of the US Sibley chart, which rules our inner and outer foundations of security. Planetary themes usually become stronger when planets station. Uranus rules the theme of revolutionary change, which is demonstrated now by the Occupy Wall Street movement. It looks likely that there may be some stronger changes/shifts within OWS in the next few days or the coming week. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;OWS, which began on September 17, 2011, can clearly be seen in the US chart.  The OWS natal Uranus is strongly placed in this chart, which shows its potential for a real transformation in the foundation of our country. Uranus stands for equality, brotherhood and independence of expression. A challenging alignment with Pluto over the next three years will certainly bring a change of power dynamics.   Pluto in square aspect to the OWS Venus shows a transformation of social values, along with the US financial system.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The US is now in its Saturn return cycle, which happens every 29-30 years.  This is a time filled with change, as older outgrown structures are thrown out and replaced with ones that are more in alignment with our new values.   The Saturn alignment with Juno and Venus in Libra show that equality is a strong theme in the OWS chart.   Mars in the last degree of Cancer shows the strategy of passive resistance, along with a strong expression of solidarity. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;What changes are next on the horizon for the OWS movement?  Stay tuned, as I think they will show up soon.&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/6337789605716394777-1714934602266653751?l=astroconnections.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/feeds/1714934602266653751/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2011/12/uranus-direct-activates-us-chart-ows.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/1714934602266653751'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/1714934602266653751'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2011/12/uranus-direct-activates-us-chart-ows.html' title='Uranus Direct Activates US Chart, OWS Movement'/><author><name>Dorene Carrel</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06337784198890798568</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6337789605716394777.post-7095768399596430540</id><published>2011-11-30T17:31:00.000-08:00</published><updated>2011-11-30T17:35:09.489-08:00</updated><title type='text'>ASTROLOGY REPORT FOR DECEMBER 2011</title><content type='html'>&lt;!--[if gte mso 9]&gt;&lt;xml&gt;  &lt;w:worddocument&gt;   &lt;w:view&gt;Normal&lt;/w:View&gt;   &lt;w:zoom&gt;0&lt;/w:Zoom&gt;   &lt;w:compatibility&gt;    &lt;w:breakwrappedtables/&gt;    &lt;w:snaptogridincell/&gt;    &lt;w:wraptextwithpunct/&gt;    &lt;w:useasianbreakrules/&gt;   &lt;/w:Compatibility&gt;   &lt;w:browserlevel&gt;MicrosoftInternetExplorer4&lt;/w:BrowserLevel&gt;  &lt;/w:WordDocument&gt; &lt;/xml&gt;&lt;![endif]--&gt;&lt;!--[if !mso]&gt;&lt;object classid="clsid:38481807-CA0E-42D2-BF39-B33AF135CC4D" id="ieooui"&gt;&lt;/object&gt; &lt;style&gt; st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } &lt;/style&gt; &lt;![endif]--&gt;&lt;!--[if gte mso 10]&gt; &lt;style&gt;  /* Style Definitions */  table.MsoNormalTable  {mso-style-name:"Table Normal";  mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0;  mso-tstyle-colband-size:0;  mso-style-noshow:yes;  mso-style-parent:"";  mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;  mso-para-margin:0in;  mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt;  mso-pagination:widow-orphan;  font-size:10.0pt;  font-family:"Times New Roman";} &lt;/style&gt; &lt;![endif]--&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center" align="center"&gt;&lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:16.0pt;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center" align="center"&gt;&lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:16.0pt;"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;By Dorene Carrel&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:16.0pt;"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count:1"&gt;            &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;December is another powerful month, highlighted by a Lunar Eclipse and the three planetary stations of Uranus, Mercury and Jupiter. The Sun and Mercury in Sagittarius remind us to give priority to nurturing our inner spiritual visions and discover what really inspires us.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;The Winter Solstice on December 21 provides clarity for these new visions.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;Due to its retrograde cycle, Mercury will be in Sagittarius until January 7. This will bring us more opportunity to release judgments of self and others, along with cultivating a generosity of spirit during this holiday season.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;During this retrograde period (November 23-December 13), it is best to allow more time to complete projects and be more flexible with plans, etc.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;December 3-5 could bring some challenges for mental activity and communications when a difficult aspect pattern is formed between the Sun, Mercury, Mars and Saturn.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;During this time there is an increased tendency towards misunderstandings and disagreements. Remember that Mercury is still retrograde for another nine days. It is more favorable to use this energy to break through inner barriers to understanding.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;   &lt;/span&gt;On December 5, a Mars/Venus trine in Capricorn/Virgo brings more ease, appreciation and perhaps some romantic meetings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;December 9-13 will likely be the most changeable period of the month. Uranus turns direct at 0 Aries on December 9, encouraging revolutionary or progressive activities that bring greater independence. &lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;As this is the World Degree, expect more sudden world events or earth changes. Mercury turns direct at 4 Sagittarius on December 13, which can bring the realization of new directions and possibilities.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;Now we can move forward with more clarity and confidence.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;    &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;&lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"&gt;The Full Moon Lunar Eclipse occurs on December 10 at 18 Gemini.&lt;/b&gt;  Gemini themes include information, siblings, communication, education and thought. &lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;This is a South Node eclipse, which offers an outlet for the release of old energy. The Uranus station and this Gemini eclipse will provide the detachment to let go of old patterns, beliefs and relationships that are no longer useful. It is favorable to be open to new sources of information and guidance that are more in alignment with one’s higher growth.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;Eclipses are usually in effect for one month before and about six months after they occur. The Sabian symbols for these degrees emphasize the importance of traditional wisdom and seeking safe and wholesome surroundings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;During the Winter Solstice on December 21, the Sun enters Capricorn and makes a harmonious trine to Jupiter in Taurus on December 22.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;This is an expansive aspect that brings new confidence and opportunities for prosperity on all levels.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;This is a good time to get in touch with some new visions and intentions for the New Year.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;&lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"&gt;The New Moon occurs on December 24 at 2 Capricorn 34. &lt;/b&gt;Capricorn rules business, government, tradition, career and security issues. This lunation aligns with Pluto, Uranus and Jupiter, providing the opportunity to make more meaningful and deeper life changes that will bring greater inner security. In the outer world, this combination awakens revolutionary impulses as people strive for greater equality of resources. A current example is the Occupy Movement now occurring all over the world. This month may provide a heightened preview of the upcoming long-term square between Pluto and Uranus that will occur from 2012-2015.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;From a higher perspective, Pluto assists us in letting go of fear-based thinking, while Uranus encourages us to be more authentic in expressing our true purpose. Jupiter provides us a broader viewpoint and alignment with our highest visions. &lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;The Sabian symbol for this degree speaks to the importance of spiritual community during this time: “A powerful yearning for whatever will increase the scope and depth of one’s contacts with other living beings.”&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;Jupiter turns stationary direct on December 25 at 0 Taurus 22.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;This will be a good week to strengthen your faith and trust in life through contact with nature, meditation, visualization, etc.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;This station heightens the Jupiter energy, which brings an enlivening social atmosphere for the holidays, while Taurus encourages us to strive for simplicity and sustainability in our activities.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;On December 28, the Sun aligns with Pluto in Capricorn, which will be a good day for a ceremony to release the past.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;It is best to be extra careful on New Year’s Eve, as a Mercury/Mars square could lead to conflicts and accidents.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;Mars retrograde begins in January.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center" align="center"&gt;&lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt; *&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;Dorene Carrel is a professional astrologer with over thirty years of experience, offering birth chart, transits/progressions and relocation astrology readings.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;She is certified in Astrocartography.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;For more information, contact Dorene at &lt;a href="mailto:dorenea5@yahoo.com"&gt;dorenea5@yahoo.com&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;Paypal accepted.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt;"&gt; &lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;Background and previous columns can be found at &lt;a href="http://www.alcseattle.com/"&gt;www.alcseattle.com&lt;/a&gt;. 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Mail" /&gt;&lt;/td&gt;             &lt;/tr&gt;             &lt;tr&gt;             &lt;td style="padding-top:10px"&gt;&lt;table&gt;&lt;tbody&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td style="width:800px;"&gt;&lt;div class="msgheader"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td&gt;&lt;div id="calendarMessage"&gt;&lt;div id="message696365623" class="undoreset clearfix"&gt;&lt;div id="yiv1567109949"&gt;                 &lt;div&gt;   &lt;table id="yiv1567109949layout" style="margin:20px auto;text-align:left;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:#ffffff;" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="600"&gt;    &lt;tbody&gt;&lt;tr&gt;     &lt;td id="yiv1567109949header" style="background-color:#8fa8ff;color:#FFFFFF;font-family:Helvetica;font-weight:normal;text-align:center;padding:40px 0 30px 0;"&gt;      &lt;h1 class="yiv1567109949primary-heading" style="font-size:35px;font-weight:bold;color:#FFFFFF;font-family:Helvetica;margin:0;"&gt;Astrology Report for Nov. 2011&lt;br /&gt;By Dorene Carrel&lt;/h1&gt;      &lt;h2 class="yiv1567109949secondary-heading" style="color:#EEEEEE;margin-top:7px;font-size:14px;font-weight:normal;"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:18px;"&gt;Astrology Report By Dorene is part of the monthly Planet Alert mailings.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;/h2&gt;     &lt;/td&gt;    &lt;/tr&gt;    &lt;tr&gt;     &lt;td id="yiv1567109949content" style="margin:0;font-size:12px;color:#555555;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;font-family:Helvetica;line-height:1.6em;padding:0px 30px 0;"&gt;      &lt;table id="yiv1567109949content-grid" width="100%"&gt;       &lt;tbody&gt;&lt;tr&gt;        &lt;td style="vertical-align:top;padding-right:30px;" valign="top" width="550"&gt;&lt;div style="text-align:center;"&gt;  &lt;span style="font-size:14px;"&gt;&lt;a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=6d9e266e0aa69df02f796c481&amp;amp;id=97edd6bdd0&amp;amp;e=3f736d23eb" style="color:#336699;text-decoration:underline;font-weight:normal;"&gt;View email in webpage browser format&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;  &lt;/div&gt; &lt;div style="text-align:left;"&gt;  &lt;span style="color:#000080;"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14px;"&gt;           November is a dynamic month, with a Solar Eclipse and several planetary  stations, including Mercury retrograde. The last half of the month is  highlighted by a grand earth trine, which will be favorable for  prosperity and manifestation.  The sign Sagittarius will be a dominant  energy, bringing higher perspective, inspiration and expansion on all  levels.&lt;br /&gt;           On November 2, Mercury and Venus enter Sagittarius, which  brings a more expansive, idealistic trend this month. Mercury will be in  this sign until January 9, 2012.  From November 2-5, we can receive  more uplifting communications and inventive ideas, as well as benefit  from a wider perspective. However, challenges can come from  overextending oneself.     &lt;br /&gt;           On November 6, Ceres in Pisces turns stationary direct,  followed by Neptune in Aquarius on November 9 and Chiron in Pisces on  November 10. This combination can bring greater compassion and healing,  especially for those exhausted from a long struggle.  Ceres rules giving  and receiving care and support. As the Neptune station can also bring  more confusion and illusion, it is best to put off important decisions  during these few days.  In the coming weeks we can receive new clarity  on how to manifest our dreams and visions.  Mars entering Virgo on  November 10 will assist us in providing discernment and structure.&lt;br /&gt;           Also on November 10, the Full Moon occurs at 18 Taurus. The  previous New Moon in Scorpio challenged us to take a deeper, more  resourceful approach.  Now we can incorporate the Taurus qualities of  being thorough, patient, practical and deliberate to matters involving  resources, finances and values.  Venus aligned with the North Node in  Sagittarius at this time should also bring favorable opportunities for  new relationship connections.  The Sabian symbol for this degree, “A new  continent rising out of the ocean,” could be taken literally (as in the  Cayce prophecies) and also as representing the surge of new potential  to help us make personal breakthroughs.&lt;br /&gt;           From November 16-23, there will be a grand earth trine  pattern formed by Mars in Virgo in trine aspect to Jupiter in Taurus and  Pluto.  This aspect brings more drive and opportunities to further  one’s goals, particularly in finances and business.  This is a good time  to take action, as trines usually require some outer activity to  achieve the best results.  You can also more easily trust your higher  intuition about the best approach to take at this time.&lt;br /&gt;           Mercury turns retrograde on November 23 at 20 Sagittarius.   This cycle will last until December 13.  The Mercury shadow period  begins on November 5, which is known to also bring some early retrograde  occurrences, such as traffic jams and computer breakdowns.  With  Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius, we will need to watch out for  misjudgments in our actions and communications that could lead to  accidents or other mishaps.  Usually matters become more unsettled at  this time and often a situation is completely changed by the end of a  retrograde cycle and requires a new approach. This cycle will bring  challenges for travel, publishing and legal situations. It can be best  used for spiritual growth, visualization, and consciousness expansion  type of practices.  The winter holidays may have a more spiritual  overtone this year.&lt;br /&gt;           The New Moon Solar Eclipse occurs on November 24 at 2 Sagittarius 37.&lt;br /&gt;  This is a North Node Eclipse, which emphasizes the Jupiter-like  qualities of positive new beginnings and future potentials.  Like the  archer, it is favorable to aim high at this time, and incorporate the  other Sagittarian traits of optimism, benevolence and truth-seeking.  We  can also benefit by taking a more open-minded approach and being less  judgmental of ourselves and others. A favorable Venus/Neptune aspect on  this day enhances our idealism. Since this degree is on the Mars/Neptune  midpoint, be sure to maintain good health and get enough rest. The  Sabian symbol for this degree, “Two men playing chess,” emphasizes the  importance of conscious actions during this period.&lt;br /&gt;           On November 27, Venus in Capricorn forms a harmonious trine  to Jupiter in Taurus, which favors all types of social and financial  activities.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt; December features a Lunar Eclipse in Gemini! 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   &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;October features another Super Moon, along with a financially favorable Jupiter/Pluto trine. With the late September New Moon in Libra, the month begins with a focus on expressing more peace, harmony and equality in our lives and relationships. Later in the month, the Scorpio New Moon brings depth, power and commitment.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;On October 2, Mars squares Jupiter, which challenges our need to stay centered while involved with numerous activities. It will be favorable to have an important priority on which to stay focused, in order to avoid scattering our energy. Also today Venus aligns with the marriage asteroid Juno, which makes this a good day to get married or begin a new relationship.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;Any relationship or project begun now will also be helped by a constructive Mercury/Saturn alignment in Libra on October 6.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;This aspect helps us with structure, organization and perseverance with our intentions and goals.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;&lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"&gt;The Full Moon occurs on October 11 at 18 Aries.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Aries themes include being more action-oriented, assertive, independent and pioneering.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;As this lunation is aligned with Saturn, this provides us an earth/fire blend for more energized, constructive and lasting accomplishments. This is a good lunation for new beginnings of all types as long as we are mindful that our personal needs (Aries) are balanced with the needs of others (Libra).&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;The Sabian symbols for these degrees suggest that we can take a more creative approach to issues of inequality and injustice. The sextile to Mars should help us stand up for what we feel is right.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;The most favorable day for recreation may be October 14 when Venus opposes Jupiter, although we need to watch out for overextending ourselves.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;From October 14-17, several Mercury aspects inspire lively conversation, with the Mercury/Pluto sextile on October 16 being more favorable for deeper types of communication. From October 17-23 Mercury, Venus and Mars form challenging hard aspects with Uranus and Pluto, bringing sudden changes and unsettled conditions. &lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Communication misunderstandings can occur on October 23 with the Mercury/Uranus aspect. This isn’t the best time for taking risks or starting anything new.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;Since this is the balsamic lunation phase, it is best to spend this week tying up loose ends.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;&lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"&gt;On October 26 the New Moon occurs at 3 Scorpio.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Scorpio themes include being more resourceful, powerful, secretive, probing, controlling and taking a deeper approach. &lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;Since this lunation opposes Jupiter, we have the opportunity to examine basic assumptions, broaden our horizons and take a more expansive and higher viewpoint.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;We feel more independent and adventurous this month, with more energy to explore unique interests.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;   &lt;/span&gt;As this lunation also aligns with Juno, there is increased healing energy for close relationships. Since this is the fifth of six Super Moons, there is more potential for Earth changes and intense emotional reactions.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;The Sabian symbol for this degree, “A youth carries a lighted candle in a devotional ritual,” reminds us of the power of ceremony and uniting our intentions with like-minded others. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;On October 28, Jupiter in Taurus trines Pluto in Capricorn for the second of three aspects.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;On this day the Sun also opposes Jupiter and sextiles Pluto.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;This combination can present viable opportunities for prosperity and is favorable for all financial activities.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;Use of creative visualization for manifestation could bring faster results at this time.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;Whenever Pluto is involved, something hidden can be revealed and there is often a deeper understanding about a situation.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;November brings another Solar Eclipse and Mercury retrograde – stay tuned!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center" align="center"&gt;&lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;*&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center" align="center"&gt;&lt;b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;          &lt;/span&gt;Dorene Carrel is a professional astrologer with over thirty years of experience, offering birth chart, transits/progressions and relocation astrology readings.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;She is certified in Astrocartography.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;For more information, contact Dorene at &lt;a href="mailto:dorenea5@yahoo.com"&gt;dorenea5@yahoo.com&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;Paypal accepted. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;  &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:14.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-tab-count: 1"&gt;         &lt;/span&gt; Donations also gratefully accepted.&lt;span style="mso-spacerun:yes"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;Send to P.O. 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This signifies a major period of growth and change that occurs every 29-30 years for countries, as well as  individuals.  Transiting Saturn also forms a first quarter square with the US sun, which means this is a critical "crisis in action" period. We now have the opportunity to make a new statement and turn our country in a more productive direction.  Saturn can bring a more conservative trend in politics, along with a more practical, results-oriented focus.  The beginnings of this trend can be seen in new grassroots types of movements like the Tea and Coffee parties.  Saturn also rules the influence of the past, as shown through a previous California governor (Jerry Brown) being re-elected. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Other transits to the US chart occurring now include Pluto/North Node in Capricorn opposing the US Jupiter in the 2nd/8th house axis.  This speaks to the growing influence of corporations and big money in our elections.  Our values can play a major role in determining the balance of power.  Capricorn favors taking a sustainable approach.  Transiting Uranus/Jupiter in a favorable trine aspect to the US Mercury reflects the growing new technology/social media influence.  It could also have contributed to more change and upheaval in the recent midterm elections, especially for some long-term incumbents such as Russ Feingold.  However this aspect can bring more progressive ideas and individuals to the forefront. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Election Chart for November 2 shows Uranus/Jupiter opposite the moon (the public).  Citizens were ready to vote for change, but perhaps without too much discernment.  Will the new congress person bring favorable change after all and at what cost? The Neptune/Mercury square likely brought confusion, delusion and deceptive communications. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Republican and Democratic party charts also reflect similar trends.  The Republican chart shows transiting Uranus/Jupiter aligned with Mercury.  This brings a unique, inventive approach to communications. A recent example is Sarah Palin inventing (Uranus) the new word "refudiate" that actually ended up in some dictionary, along with her books and reality shows.  However, there can also be reactive speech or communication upsets under this influence.   The Democratic party chart is being influenced by transiting Neptune conjunct the moon and square Mercury. A lack of effective messaging has plagued the Democrats this year, which  also added more confusion and misunderstanding to midterm voters.  This aspect is also reflected in the recent scandal with Charlie Rangel and Obama's tax breaks that were never announced. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Perhaps some of my readers can think of other examples for the above trends?&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/6337789605716394777-7356226258481922936?l=astroconnections.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/feeds/7356226258481922936/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/11/us-midterm-election-reflects-changing.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/7356226258481922936'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/7356226258481922936'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/11/us-midterm-election-reflects-changing.html' title='US Midterm Election Reflects Changing Trends'/><author><name>Dorene Carrel</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06337784198890798568</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6337789605716394777.post-6969861303062135458</id><published>2010-09-22T10:12:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2010-09-22T12:26:29.030-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Elizabeth Warren to Head Consumer Agency</title><content type='html'>The planetary themes show that President Obama's appointment of Elizabeth Warren will likely be both pivotal and powerful.   Even though the position is said to be advisory in nature and without power, the planetary themes suggest a potential for more far-reaching influence. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Elizabeth Warren was born at the beginning of Cancer on June 22, 1949 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (time unknown).  Her Cancer sun is exactly conjunct Uranus at 0 degrees of Cancer, which is considered a world degree.  People born on this world degree of the cardinal signs of Cancer, Capricorn, Libra and Aries will more likely become famous in their lifetimes.  A Cancer sun sign is normally introverted, but when combined with Uranus, it takes on a more outward revolutionary tone.   An important life mission for her is to bring about progressive innovation through initiating significant change -- to be a mover and shaker!  This conjunction favorably aspects Saturn in Virgo, which rules structure and solidity. Together they form a unique destiny-oriented yod aspect with Jupiter at 0 degrees of Aquarius.  Her Aquarian Jupiter is strong in this position, which shows her academic background, along with an unconventional approach and a strong sense of justice for the underdog.  Her Mars/Mercury aligned in Gemini shows she can stand her own ground, while being articulate, inventive and humorous.  &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;In synchronistic fashion, this appointment took place the day before an outer alignment of Jupiter with Uranus on September 18, which was in aspect to Elizabeth's natal sun, Uranus, Saturn and Jupiter.  Life-changing events often occur when outer planet aspects both trigger and mirror our birth planetary aspects. Elizabeth also experienced a powerful transit of Pluto opposing her sun in 2008-09, perhaps setting the stage and awakening the potential within Elizabeth for this significant moment.  &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The appointment chart features Sagittarius rising, with Jupiter in compassionate and idealistic Pisces in a place of foundational strength.  The sun in Virgo and Saturn aligned with the midheaven in Libra shows the potential for a solid, lasting influence.  Libra is the sign of fairness and equality, with the goal of bringing a situation (our consumer protections) back into greater balance.   This sun in opposition to Uranus/Jupiter likely reflects the opposition from the bankers who opposed her nomination.  However, favorable Jupiter/moon and sun/moon alignments show she will likely have strong public support for her reforms. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A look at Elizabeth's chart in comparison with the US chart and Obama's chart also reveals significant planetary alignments.   Amazingly, Obama's natal Jupiter is also in Aquarius at the same degree as Elizabeth's natal Jupiter, suggesting that their inner visions are in close alignment. His Venus is also aligned with her sun/Uranus, which indicates a close friendship tie and similarity of ideals.  This position is also aligned with the US Venus at 2 Cancer, indicating that Elizabeth can be an important ally for Obama in helping him upgrade his economic strategy and perhaps his popularity ratings too.  Elizabeth Warren could be Obama's most important appointment since he came into office. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Does Obama plan to eventually move Elizabeth into being the actual head  of this agency, which would give her substantial power?  Or perhaps he  will appoint an agency head who will go along with Elizabeth's reforms,  yet win support from the Republicans and bankers (if this is possible).  The latter was said to be a main consideration for this advisory  appointment.  Transiting Pluto is stationing at this degree until mid-October, with all these current themes indicating a very potent pivotal time of destiny for  our country.&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/6337789605716394777-6969861303062135458?l=astroconnections.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/feeds/6969861303062135458/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/09/elizabeth-warren-to-head-consumer.html#comment-form' title='3 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/6969861303062135458'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/6969861303062135458'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/09/elizabeth-warren-to-head-consumer.html' title='Elizabeth Warren to Head Consumer Agency'/><author><name>Dorene Carrel</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06337784198890798568</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>3</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6337789605716394777.post-556776449319041430</id><published>2010-07-13T20:52:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2010-07-13T21:32:38.337-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Highly Sensitive Persons -- Are You One?</title><content type='html'>With the last Solar Eclipse in watery Cancer and Neptune heading towards mystical Pisces, it seems timely to write about high sensitivity.  If other people's moods affect you, if you are aware of subtleties in your environment or are easily overwhelmed, then you may be a highly sensitive person (or HSP).  HSPs make up about 15-20% of the population, according to Elaine Aron, a psychologist who has written several books on this subject.  You can take the test on her website to find out if you fall in this category.  I think her website is www.hsperson.com or you can google her name. Finding out that I am an HSP really changed my life.  Just knowing that there were other folks who were as sensitive as I am gave me great hope and still does. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A natal chart featuring a prominent Neptune or many water signs may be a likely candidate for this trait.  I can usually make a fairly good guess upon meeting someone and seeing their chart if they are likely to have this trait.  It does present challenges to be an HSP in our world, but there are ways to work with the difficulties and also to be able to appreciate the many talents and gifts of being an HSP.   HSPs resonate well with alternative and energy therapies, such as homeopathy, flower essences, yoga, reiki, polarity healing, etc.  As the earth's frequencies intensify, I think that there will be even more HSPs in the near future.&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/6337789605716394777-556776449319041430?l=astroconnections.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/feeds/556776449319041430/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/07/highly-sensitive-persons-are-you-one.html#comment-form' title='2 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/556776449319041430'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/556776449319041430'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/07/highly-sensitive-persons-are-you-one.html' title='Highly Sensitive Persons -- Are You One?'/><author><name>Dorene Carrel</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06337784198890798568</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>2</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6337789605716394777.post-4461346325839136661</id><published>2010-06-22T09:38:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2010-06-22T10:03:55.202-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Saturn enters Libra on July 22</title><content type='html'>The break-up of the Gores reminds us of a new focus coming for relationships when Saturn enters the sign of Libra next month for the next couple of years.  This means that our relationship patterns and structures will be in high focus during this period.  Saturn's job is to let us know what is or is not working in our lives so we can live in a more authentic way.  Many folks have been forming relationships or staying together for more superficial or practical reasons that have nothing to do with their life purpose.  This trend will be under scrutiny in the coming years. Saturn in Libra will be requiring us to ask whether our partnership truly supports our life purpose and specifically how it does or does not do that.  It will ask us to be honest with ourselves and be ready to take necessary actions even though others may disapprove or it may not be the practical thing to do.   &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Individuals are undergoing an accelerated rate of growth in recent years, and the intensity is likely to increase in the next couple of years. Many of us are not the same individuals we were 40, 30 or even 20 years ago, as our needs have changed dramatically.  Given this amount of inner changes, would we even choose the same partner again?  I believe that the success of a relationships does not depend on the length of time it lasts.  Many couples come together to support each other in making certain inner changes or to do certain projects together.  When these tasks are completed, the momentum to keep the relationship going may not be there.  As with the Gores, partners can develop different life goals that do not support their relationship.  This also happened to Richard Bach and Leslie Parrish Bach, and also Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins. You can still love this person even though the structure of the relationship changes to more of a friendship.  These individuals need to be supported in moving on with their lives.  We will be re-examining how we can have more authentic relationships that truly support our growth in the coming two years.&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/6337789605716394777-4461346325839136661?l=astroconnections.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/feeds/4461346325839136661/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/06/saturn-enters-libra-on-july-22.html#comment-form' title='1 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/4461346325839136661'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/4461346325839136661'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/06/saturn-enters-libra-on-july-22.html' title='Saturn enters Libra on July 22'/><author><name>Dorene Carrel</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06337784198890798568</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>1</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6337789605716394777.post-2023903737151709451</id><published>2010-06-02T14:40:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2010-06-02T14:57:59.364-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Al and Tipper Gore Decide to Separate</title><content type='html'>I took a look at their charts when I heard this news. This couple has been married for 40 years, so not an easy decision.  Al's moon is getting a direct hit from the transiting cardinal cross, with Pluto on his moon, along with the June 26 lunar eclipse.  When Uranus went into the world degree of Aries, it directly squared his moon and they decided to make a public announcement.  The moon rules our feelings and close family ties, which undergo drastic changes when impacted by these transits.  There was also a news report about another house being purchased -- another lunar reference. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;This separation was probably in the works for awhile, as Pluto had opposed Tipper's Uranus back in November 2008.  There might have been incidents back then that led to this decision. Pluto is also favorably aspecting her Mercury in Virgo, which has likely led her in a new and more fruitful direction.  Perhaps she will write a book.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Watch for more of these sudden unexpected decisions with well-known figures over the next few months.&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/6337789605716394777-2023903737151709451?l=astroconnections.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/feeds/2023903737151709451/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/06/al-and-tipper-gore-decide-to-separate.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/2023903737151709451'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/2023903737151709451'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/06/al-and-tipper-gore-decide-to-separate.html' title='Al and Tipper Gore Decide to Separate'/><author><name>Dorene Carrel</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06337784198890798568</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6337789605716394777.post-8161833538675052256</id><published>2010-05-30T09:50:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2010-05-30T10:01:03.876-07:00</updated><title type='text'>My New Astrology Blog</title><content type='html'>Hello and welcome to my new astrology blog!  This was easy to set up, so I will begin with this format and see what happens.  Stay tuned for the June Astrology Report to be sent out and posted soon.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I will also be posting about current events and people in the news if I see an interesting connection to either their natal chart or present planetary cycles.  To begin with, Neptune rules oil and here we are at the beginning of a critical Neptune station with a serious oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico.  I will be writing more about this situation in the days to come. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Also see my Eclipse Special to find out how these powerful cosmic events will affect your life in the intense months to come.  These eclipses create sensitive points in everyone's chart that are especially potent if they are aligned with a natal planet, especially a personal planet like the sun, moon, Venus, Mercury or Mars. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Thanks for visiting my blog.  Stay tuned.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Dorene&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/6337789605716394777-8161833538675052256?l=astroconnections.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/feeds/8161833538675052256/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/05/my-new-astrology-blog.html#comment-form' title='1 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/8161833538675052256'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/6337789605716394777/posts/default/8161833538675052256'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://astroconnections.blogspot.com/2010/05/my-new-astrology-blog.html' title='My New Astrology Blog'/><author><name>Dorene Carrel</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06337784198890798568</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>1</thr:total></entry></feed>
