The (Zodiac) month of idealized love is over, and now we are within an expression of love that is very much human. In Alignment and Synchronization, I wrote how Aquarius—the water bearer—is the ruler of the 11th house—the house of ideals and aspirations. By this association, it is perfectly appropriate for Valentine’s Day, the celebration of… Continue reading A Beating Heart
Author: David P Tangredi
An Orienting Force
A thought about Astrology that frustrates me is the idea that good times and struggles are fated...determined by the stars. We all hope we are destined for greatness and fear that we are destined for failure. Well one day last week, in response to my frustration, I heard this message from spirit: Astrology does not… Continue reading An Orienting Force
Sensitivity
The word sensitive has two connotative meanings. Consider the following two sentences: My new camera is so sensitive, I can take pictures in the dark without a flash. My girlfriend is so sensitive right now, everything I say sets her off. When someone is sensitive, they have an acute ability to perceive. When they are… Continue reading Sensitivity
A Marriage vs A Sacred Marriage
Those who oppose the idea of gay marriage state the claim that marriage is (and only is) a union between "a man and a woman". They then claim that marriage is sacred and must be preserved. I hate to tell you this if you don’t already know, but a Sacred Marriage has never been something… Continue reading A Marriage vs A Sacred Marriage
Mercury Retrograde in Air
It has been a long time since Mercury has gone backward in an Air sign. The last time was September 2009 when Mercury retraced his steps in Libra. Mercury works best with Air. Air is not just about thought, but also communication. In response to a friend's Facebook post this morning, I found myself writing… Continue reading Mercury Retrograde in Air
1 Step Forward…2 Steps Back
Once again, we find ourselves with Mercury creeping backward in a water sign. Thankfully, we only have six days of it this time. The remainder of the retrograde will be in the air sign Aquarius. Eleven months ago, Mercury stationed direct and ended his retrograde period at 5o Pisces 38’ on March 17, 2013. This… Continue reading 1 Step Forward…2 Steps Back
Alignment and Synchronization
The other day, I received a message from spirit about Astrology: Astrology is not just about space (alignment); it is also about time (synchronization). Two planets that align are related by their position, but two events that occur close together in time are just as significantly related via synchronization…even if they are unrelated by position.… Continue reading Alignment and Synchronization
Venus Station Direct
Less than 5 hours from when I’m writing this, Venus will station direct ending her retrograde cycle this time around. Simultaneously, the moon is just about to become visible as her new cycle gets going after yesterday’s Aquarius new moon. Venus Retrograde started at the onset of the season. We are still 4 days shy… Continue reading Venus Station Direct
Remembering Good Times
Apparent retrograde motion is caused by one of two very similar astronomical occurrences. Mercury and Venus appear to go backward when they overtake the earth. Their orbits are smaller and their speed faster than the earth, thus they pass us by periodically. They are closest to the earth at those times. With the outer planets,… Continue reading Remembering Good Times
Looking Forward…Looking Back
At one point this morning, it occurred to me to consider 2013 and 2014 from a broad perspective. In the past few days, I’ve seen a few Facebook posts stating appreciation for 2013. Some were heartfelt while others felt like genuine attempts. If I had written one of my own, it would have been a… Continue reading Looking Forward…Looking Back