Sprung Over Spring

Greetings, Gifted Reader.

springing!

As they say, “spring has sprung” and with it so have the cosmos.

Besides the Sun entering Aries on March 20, Mercury also moved there earlier on March 14. And, Venus before that on February 4. Further, the planet of love and all things material went into retrograde motion a month later on March 4.

With so much fiery Aries energy coming at you, it’s good to remember that this is a combustible time. Aries is a cardinal fire sign that's aggressive, always moves forward and likes to lead, but rarely follows. In other words, Aries is the boss.

Aries’ ruling planet, Mars, was in also in Aries until March 10 before entering that plodder Taurus. A fixed earth sign, Taurus brings a stability to Mars that it needs in order to get things done. Otherwise, Mars in Aries tends to generate a bunch of ideas that are rarely solidified.

Those personal planets—Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars (along with the Moon)—affect individuals more so than groups of people, while outer planets like Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto stay in a sign for a longer period and tend to influence generations. However, both Jupiter and Saturn can be considered somewhat personal as they do have shorter orbs. 

Since February 6, transiting Jupiter has been retrograde in Libra opposite Aries. If you have a personal planet in Sagittarius, ruled by Jupiter,  you may have felt as if there were a wall hindering you from achieving something. But it all depends on where you have that Sag placement. Areas where you can feel as if you’re stuck might include overseas travel, higher education and overall luck and fortune—a Jupiter domain. No worries, the planet will go direct again on June 10. Note that Saturn has been lingering in Sag, adding further hinderances and causing even more craziness as it goes retrograde on April 6.

So what does all this cosmic activity mean to the average person? Truthfully, not much unless you know your Natal chart. There are lots of websites that offer free charts these days, so input your birth info and take a look to see where the above planets intersect with yours.

For instance, if you have Aries Ascendant at 21 degrees, when Mercury hit it exactly on March 25, it likely triggered a communications emphasis for you. Whether that was a positive or negative experience depends on if Mercury created any aspects with other planets, both transiting and natal, and what Houses those planets were located in. Houses are areas of life in your chart and there are 12 of them.

Okay, that’s a lot of information to absorb if you aren’t already a serious student of Astrology. There’s nothing you can do, but study like mad. Oh, and by the way, that retrograde Venus goes all the way back into Pisces on April 3 before going direct on April 15. In general, romance and personal possessions could be given a second chance. Did you lose one or the other?

sakura, sakura
a cherry blossom spring

As for our own Saturnian issues with delays, Facebook has forced Gypsy Stars into creating a business page which is still pending. Right now, you can like both the Gypsy Stars or The Urban Goddess pages, but there hasn't been much activity with either recently.

What is with the Internet anyway—a Uranus domain--also currently in Aries. Our T-zing t-shirts have been stymied since Cafe Press changed its rules. Grrr.

No matter, here’s to a productive spring and, until June 30,

Good luck, light and love.

Gypsy Stars

p.s.Happy Birthday, Lily! We love you forever!

 

Astrology's Golden Child

Greetings, Gifted Reader.

Leos love the stage

In about four days, the Sun will move into the sign Leo. For all you roaring lions, primping lionesses and purring cubs out there, this is the time of year when you thrive. Stretching out in the summer sun, showing off your luminous skin and crazy-wild mane, you just love this season--especially when folks start celebrating your birthday and all attention is focused on you.

Because attention is what Leos crave most--especially on a large scale. Up there on stage, surrounded by a multitude of adoring fans, it just doesn’t getter any better for you posing pussycats. You Leos love large crowds. In fact, you love anything large. And gaudy. That’s not to say all of you love bright, shiny things full of gold. But if you have a strong Sun in Leo placement, you’re likely to be drawn to clothing that sparkles and, not just at the disco. It all has to do with your sense of royalty. You are, after all, King of the Jungle.

King of the Jungle in gold

Unless you have a badly aspected Leo Sun, you are most at home on stage in the spotlight beaming away. You may think of it as leading others, but it’s really more about having your ego stroked. But that’s okay. In a lot of ways, Leo’s need for adulation is a lot less harmful than, say, Scorpio’s avenging manipulation.

can't get more golden than these guys 

Which brings us to this. What about the rest of us Sun signs? What does this period do to us?

Seattle Astrologer Dave L., on left, has Leo rising

For fire signs, Aries and Sagittarius, there’s a more harmonious feel during Leo months. For earth, water and air signs like Taurus, Scorpio or Aquarius, it might feel strained since you're all signs that square Leo. But everything depends on where Leo will transit in your Natal chart. What House will be affected? What planets will the Sun make hard aspects to? Those are the triggers to watch for.

Seattle Astrologer Dave H. has Leo Moon

For instance, in Gypsy Stars’ chart, the Sun in Leo will transit her 10^th House of Career. Hey, now that sounds promising. If I’m already working, then I should be applauded and recognized. Maybe, I’ll even get a bonus. On the other hand, if I’m looking for a job, the one I acquire during this time could be a keeper

If you’d like to know more about how the Sun in Leo affects your Natal chart, drop us a line at gypsystars@me.com.

Here’s an early Leo birthday shout-out to Seattle Astrology Group’s James Clark, below.

Seattle Astrologer James C. has Leo Sun

With all this talk about the Sun, Gypsy Stars almost forgot to ask how you enjoyed the Super Moon of July 12. If you missed it, you have two more chances on August 10 and September 9. Here’s a link to an explanation of the phenomena, which is basically when the moon is closer to earth in its orbit and looks larger to us here on Earth.

http://earthsky.org/space/what-is-a-supermoon

Remember, we’re always looking for metaphysicians—astrologers, numerologists, Tarot readers, spiritual healers and more to interview for this blog. Additionally, The Urban Goddess will promote you on Facebook, so join us and tell your story.

serious Leo hair on a non-Leo

If you live in Honolulu, you can read our quarterly Animal Astrology horoscopes in Cherry Pop Revue magazine. And, we have t-shirts!

  

Until September 20, have a happy Leo summer!

Good luck, light and love,

Gypsy Stars

http://www.gypsystars.com

Eclipsed!

Greetings, Gifted Reader.

Have you ever been eclipsed? Were you enjoying your moment in the spotlight when someone else came along and shone brighter than you?

In Astrology, eclipses play an important role in forecasting events. For instance, on May 9, an Annular Eclipse of the Sun will occur in the sign Taurus. Quoting Jim Maynard’s Celestial Guide 2013:

“An annular eclipse is when a narrow ring of the Sun is visible beyond the dark mask of the Moon.”

a couple of old time Seattle Astrologers

Astrologers believe the Sun rules our outer personalities—our egos and the side we show to the world; whereas, the Moon rules our inner more reflective selves. With the upcoming eclipse, it’s as if a sliver of Sun will attempt to bring light to a part of us that normally remains in a more contemplative area of life; revealing what’s been hiding in our subconscious. In actuality, though, it’s the Moon that’s coming between the Earth and Sun, and blocking illuminating rays with its veil. Does that mean that the Moon is trying to hide something the Sun is way too open about?

Here’s a standard definition of Solar Eclipse:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_eclipse

By the way, where is Taurus located in your Natal chart? That’s the area where the eclipse will affect you. For instance, since it will be transiting Gypsy Stars' 7^th House of Partnerships, we wonder if she'll see the light about someone who's played a significant role in her life?

a lovely location to view an eclipse, powerful Sedona

Here’s a blurb about eclipses from Astrology.com’s Monthly Highlights:

>>AstroLesson: The Power of an Eclipse

Going back to ancient times, astrologers have carefully watched solar and lunar eclipses to see what we can learn from these visually dramatic events. And since a solar eclipse is set to occur in Taurus on May 9 -- right in the middle of the upcoming solar period -- now is an ideal time to discuss the impact of eclipses and how you can use them to your benefit!

Think of an eclipse as something that shines a massive spotlight on a specific area of your life, enabling you to clearly see what's going on. Solar eclipses invariably occur at a new Moon, a time of beginnings; lunar eclipses, meanwhile, always happen at a full Moon, a time of culmination when you get to stand back and gauge all your progress.

With any eclipse, you can always plan on something grabbing your attention. Just don't think too far ahead, for what you expect to happen often doesn't! (In fact, we use "eclipse" to say that one event overshadows another.)

Finally, be sure to not ignore whatever important information is revealed in the days immediately before and after an eclipse. May 9's Taurus eclipse sheds light on your finances, as well as your personal values, making it an apt time to take a good look at both.

If you know the area of your own chart where an eclipse is occurring, you can identify the area of your life that will be thrust into the spotlight -- and you'll be able to prepare accordingly!<<

Thanks, Astrology.com! http://www.astrology.com/

And here are some great suggestions for dealing with eclipses by Susan Miller:

http://www.astrologyzone.com/forecasts/eclipse.html

a lovely location to celebrate Earth Day, beautiful Kauai

Hey, how fitting is it that Earth Day is celebrated on April 22, while the Sun is in earthy Taurus!

Remember, we’re always looking for metaphysicians to feature here. Drop us an email at gypsystars@me.com to be our next highlighted reader.

Meanwhile, check out T_zing t-shirts. And, look forward to being eclipsed.

Good luck, light and love,

Gypsy Stars

www.gypsystars.com

The End?

Greetings, Gifted Reader!

So, is this it? Are we finis? Did the world end today? Did The Rapture begin?

It blows my mind!

According to followers of radio host Harold Camping, this is the last day we humans will exist on planet earth. If Camping’s prediction ends up coming true, do you think that would be a tragedy? Or, would it be something positive--more like a gateway to a better future?

Yes, Gypsy Stars asks a lot of questions. Blame it on my Sag Moon, which also makes me an eternal optimist. I totally agreed with Bob Marley when he sang, “When one door is closed, many others are opened”.

In the law of cause and effect, wouldn't it mean that if life no longer exists on this plane (for spirits inside human bodies), it's bound to exist on another, new and improved plane? What do you think?

Ah. A much better thought.

Like a lot of religious leaders, Camping preaches exclusivity. Accordingly, if you don’t follow his particular belief system, then you will be doomed to exist on earth while his believers will ascend to some heavenly place that you won’t have access to. Pray tell, what would be so heavenly about that? If you’re a Camping believer and you end up in heaven, but someone you love who is not a believer is condemned to stay on earth, how heavenly will that be for you to be separated from them? Eternally!

But let’s suppose that the world does end today. Have you ever thought about whom you would like most to meet on the Other Side—presuming they retain some semblance of their old human self, that is? 

I have a long list, but one of the more interesting spirits to arrive here in human form, I believe, was martial arts superstar Bruce Lee. Below is a photo of his grave next to his son’s, Brandon's, along with some of Gypsy Stars’ international friends.

Another friend initially took me to the Lee's graves several years ago. On that shimmering summer day, she and I stopped to eat lunch in Chinatown. And, when we arrived at the gravesite, we decided to leave an offering of some of our leftover rice. 

You’re not going to believe what happened next! As we placed some grains of rice on Brandon's grave, the sky suddenly filled up with hundreds of crows. As they caw-cawed their way across the horizon, my friend and I stared at each other in disbelief. In case you don’t know, Brandon was killed working on the set of the film The Crow. At 28, he was probably entering his first Saturn Return. Although my friend and I were unsure of what to make of so many crows appearing to us that day in that particular space, we did understand that it was some kind of message from the Beyond. 

Have you ever had an unusual experience like that? Drop us a line at gypsystars@me.com and tell us about it.

Well, the Sun has officially entered Gemini making this a good time for communications. With Mercury, Venus and Mars all in Taurus, our relationships feel steadier and we should be able to exert more patience towards others. Relationships don’t necessarily have to be romantic and can concern anyone we relate to. Whether it’s a significant other, a parent, a child, a friend, a boss or a co-worker, try a little tolerance. You’ll be surprised by how much of it you have in reserve during these days of predominate Taurus energies.

You probably already know that author George Patton is a frequent commenter on the Facebook profile for Gypsy Stars. Friend us here: http://www.facebook.com/people/Gypsy-Stars/100001436618700

George, whose novel Black Jack is about his great uncle Herman (a well-renowned magician during the Harlem renaissance), was recently featured on the radio show Coast to Coast. Check out George here:

http://www.coasttocoastam.com/guest/patton-jr-george/51799

Remember, we have T-zing t-shirts for you at Café Press. 

http://www.cafepress.com/t_zing

And, George’s book is on Amazon.

That is, if we’re all still here after 6 p.m. today.

Until the end…

Good luck, light and love,

Gypsy Stars