New Moon Solar Eclipse

  The Moon comes together with the Sun at 4:05pm tomorrow in the 27th degree of Aquarius. We know that this is called a New Moon and it also happens to be a Partial Eclipse of the Sun, which we won't be able to see in North America. Why doesn't an Eclipse occur at every New or Full Moon? Because the Moon doesn't always cross the nodal point on the ecliptic at exactly the same time each month!

   When the inner (Moon) and outer (Sun) energies, otherwise known as "the Lights" join together, they can work harmoniously toward a similar goal. The New Moon in Aquarius sets up a lunar month  focused on connections, networking and groups. As a Fixed Air sign, Aquarius lives up to its' reputation for friendliness, independence and thinking outside the box. The Eclipse heightens the  opportunities for change to happen sooner and more intently. Use this energy wisely. Be careful what you wish for!

  The detached manner of this 11th sign of the Zodiac expresses itself by loving freedom, speaking up for the rights of individuals and being unconventional. However, Aquarians can get stuck in thinking that because they care about the group as a whole, they don't have to change their minds! Usually, when the Sun travels through Aquarius, we have the energy to focus on our goals and who can help us reach them. Progressive brainstorming and logical thinking come to the forefront in the lunar month ahead.

   Looking at the chart for this New Moon, we see that Mercury, planet of communication and inquiry, aligns closely to the Moon and the Sun. Mercury is comfortable in Aquarius and brings the added ability to study and do research. All three of these planets are leaving a challenging aspect to Jupiter (expansion) in Scorpio (intense emotional connections), where we've been asking the question, just how much do I have to give of myself in order to get my needs met?! Another separating aspect they're making is a more positive sextile to Uranus, planetary ruler of Aquarius. Did you recently, last day or so... have an opportunity to make new connections or realign your focus for obtaining your own goals? 

   There's a thread here folks, one that requires you to look with fresh eyes at what may at first appear to be daunting, but in fact, leads to fulfillment of some of your hopes and dreams. You need to be honest with yourself first about anything that holds you to the past. Review tonight and into tomorrow, so you can let go of stuck thinking. Then make a new wish list of what you envision for yourself in the future. Then, after the New Moon tomorrow afternoon, you can begin (baby steps) to make connections, set up a website, take a class in technology, or join a group or committee where you can work with like-minded others for the good of the whole, whether it's an organization, a community or a special interest group.

   Remember to keep your mind open... while your head is in the stars and your feet are on the ground.