RUNE OF THE MONTH: Ehwaz “the horse”. A life-changing month
encouraging us to free ourselves from binding attachments,
develop our psychic abilities, and ride new possibilities with
courage and enthusiasm. Asserting our power through positive
actions brings a significant sense of re-birth.
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Mercury turns retrograde on Monday April 1 st at 3:14 PM until
Thursday April 25 th at 5:54 AM, between 27º10’ (“A large
disappointed audience” and 16º05’ Aries (“Two prim spinsters
sitting together in silence”). Its shadow period will last until May
13. We are asked to re-evaluate our sense of self, the manner in
which we assert ourselves, and our reliance on our own energy
rather than counting on the collective to support us. Rash actions
are to be expected. We could jump to conclusions without having
sufficient facts and feel so invincible that we impulsively take
uncalculated risks. Our courage is tested. Our ability to enter
uncharted territory and lead others comes to the forefront. A
good time to reconnect with past, unfinished initiatives that we
now have all the necessary skills, drive, and enthusiasm to
complete.
Following the March 25 Lunar Eclipse in Libra, on Monday April 8
at 11:21 AM PDT, we shall witness a Solar Eclipse in Aries
(19º24’). Eclipses always mark turning points in our lives, the
effects of which last up to 19 years. This eclipse is symbolized by
“A young girl feeding birds in winter”. This is a particularly dynamic
cosmic event that gives us an emotional need for action and
independence. We shall witness significant new beginnings both
globally and personally. The more we shall follow our heart, be true
to our inner feelings, and listen to our intuition, the clearer our
destiny will be. We may lack objectivity, perspective, and be
somewhat self-absorbed, yet our pioneering spirit will push us
forward in ways that will open exciting new pathways for all,
helping us achieve even the most daring of goals.
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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect
with any planet before entering the following sign-):
From Tuesday 4/2 at 10:40 PM till Wednesday 4/3 at 2:08
AM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.
From Thursday 4/4 at 10:40 PM till Friday 4/5 at 4:13 AM:
when the Moon enters Pisces.
On Sunday 4/7 between 1:27 AM and 4:25 AM: when the Moon
enters Aries.
From Monday 4/8 at 7:39 PM till Tuesday 4/9 at 4:23 AM:
when the Moon enters Taurus.
On Thursday 4/11 between 3:04 AM and 5:59 AM: when the
Moon enters Gemini.
On Saturday 4/13 between 7:46 AM and 10:45 AM: when the
Moon enters Cancer.
On Monday 4/15 between 4:22 PM and 7:24 PM: when the Moon
enters Leo.
On Thursday 4/18 between 5:02 AM and 7:10 AM: when the
Moon enters Virgo.
On Saturday 4/20 between 5:20 PM and 8:08 PM: when the
Moon enters Libra.
From Monday 4/22 at 4:24 PM till Tuesday 4/23 at 4:49 PM:
when the Moon enters Scorpio.
On Thursday 4/25 between 4:17 PM and 6:37 PM: when the
Moon enters Sagittarius.
On Sunday 4/28 between 12:31 AM and 2:37 AM: when the
Moon enters Capricorn.
On Tuesday 4/30 between 8:19 AM and 8:20 AM (1 minute!):
when the Moon enters Aquarius.
Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling
anything of importance during these times as they would amount
to… NO thing!
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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon
Moon in Capricorn until Wednesday 4/3 at 2:07 AM + between
Sunday 4/28 at 2:37 AM and Tuesday 4/30 at 8:19 AM: Good for
furthering our ambitions, asking for a promotion, enlisting the
support of people in positions of authority, making a good
impression, re-structuring our business, and redefining our long-
term goals…
Moon in Aquarius between Wednesday 4/3 at 2:08 AM and Friday
4/5 at 4:12 AM + between Tuesday 4/30 at 8:20 AM and Thursday
5/2 at 11:51 AM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable
organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.
Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-
dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,
and technology in general….
Moon in Pisces between Friday 4/5 at 4:13 AM and Sunday 4/7 at
4:24 AM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean, anything
related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming, dreaming, music,
photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting with the
mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…
Moon in Aries between Sunday 4/7 at 4:25 AM and Tuesday 4/9
at 4:22 AM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything
requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for
leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating
new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….
Moon in Taurus between Tuesday 4/9 at 4:23 AM and Thursday
4/11 at 5:58 AM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our
bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank
account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also
for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with
our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,
as well as bodywork…
Moon in Gemini between Thursday 4/11 at 5:59 AM and Saturday
4/13 at 10:44 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form
of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling
friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,
attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,
gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….
Moon in Cancer between Saturday 4/13 at 10:45 AM and Monday
4/15 at 7:23 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those
involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking,
nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we
cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative
writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of
craziness….
Moon in Leo between Monday 4/15 at 7:24 PM and Thursday 4/18
at 7:09 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic
performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an
elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in
general…
Moon in Virgo between Thursday 4/18 at 7:10 AM and Saturday
4/20 at 8:07 PM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program,
learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning
our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed
work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small
pets….
Moon in Libra between Saturday 4/20 at 8:08 PM and Tuesday
4/23 at 8:19 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic
exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,
buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and
decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).
Moon in Scorpio between Tuesday 4/23 at 8:20 AM and Thursday
4/25 at 6:36 PM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies,
self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,
death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving
personal power.
Moon in Sagittarius between Thursday 4/25 at 6:37 PM and
Sunday 4/28 at 2:36 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or
philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and
the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign
language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic
training and tending to large animals (horses….).
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This month’s intentional meditation started on Monday 3/25
(Lunar Eclipse in Libra) when we took out as many blank sheets of
paper as we had intentions and place them near a window, on a
balcony or in a garden so that they basked in the light of the Full
Moon in Libra at exactly 12:00 AM. Once that moment passed,
we gathered our Full Moon charged blank sheets and placed them
in a folder.
On Monday 4/8, take out your blank full moon charged papers and
write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony,
in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly
11:21 AM for the New Moon in Aries (Solar Eclipse). Once that
moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a
folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….
Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Tuesday 4/23 with
the Full Moon in Scorpio at exactly 4:49 PM.
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Monday 4/1: Mercury retrograde in Aries (3:14 PM) till 4/25
Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.
Wednesday 4/3: Venus Conjunct Neptune (6:10 AM)
Both a sense of enchantment and confusion marks this day. A
romantic situation could seem so perfect that it is almost surreal,
yet at the same time could prove elusive and deceiving. We could
feel emotionally vulnerable, nostalgic, lazy, and, if not careful
enough, prone to a financial fraud. This day is perfect for
dreaming, artistic creativity, and focusing on the beauty of all
things.
Thursday 4/4: Venus enters Aries (9:00 PM) till April 29
During the next 3 weeks our heart is on our sleeve. We may fall
head over heels in love, be impulsive in the way we express our
affection, and passionately rush into a romance without much
forethought. Wise advice tends to fall on deaf ears. Enthusiastic
and positive, we feel adventurous. Creative projects requiring
initiative, courage, and bold, dynamic action are favored. We are
prone to foolhardy spending.
Saturday 4/6: Venus Sextile Pluto (10:46 AM)
A day that brings intensity and passion. A romance could prove
deeply transformative. However, we need to beware of
manipulation, coercion, and otherwise underhanded tactics.
Cooperation, compliance, graciousness, and compromise are
encouraged.
Wednesday 4/10: Mars Conjunct Saturn (1:36 PM)
Practical efforts, disciplined action, self-control, and focused
endeavors are required. We do not hesitate to put in even a
massive amount of work to achieve our goals. Our decisions are
calculated, our efforts pragmatic, and our competitiveness quite
high.
Thursday 4/11: Sun Conjunct Mercury (4:03 PM)
A good day for communication, small trips, making phone calls,
returning e-mails, and connecting with friends. A certain busyness
marks this day, which is perfect for running errands, learning
something new, and exchanging practical information with others.
Friday 4/19: Mercury Conjunct Venus (4:59 AM), the Sun
enters Taurus (7:00 AM) till May 20 th , Mars Sextile Jupiter
(11:28 AM), Mars Sextile Uranus (4:56 PM)
The coming month favors peace, nature, sensuality, and
practicality. Establishing a solid financial basis, investing in the
comfort of our home, developing harmonious relationships with
others, and taking good care of our body feels important. We
should also take time to smell the proverbial roses. Today, more
specifically, is good for gathering with friends, redecorating our
home, and offering ourselves a beauty treatment. We move
forward with great courage and enthusiasm. Our actions are
motivated by a need for freedom and justice.
Saturday 4/20: Jupiter Conjunct Uranus (7:27 PM)
One of the most significant aspects of this year. An unexpected
opportunity, gift, favor, or trip could prove most beneficial and
freeing. Our enhanced self-confidence, greater sense of
independence, and need to expand our knowledge, could entice us
to study a foreign philosophy thanks to which we embrace exciting,
new aspects of the world. New beginnings are encouraged. Any
endeavor begun today has beneficial, long-term effects.
Sunday 4/21: Sun Square Pluto (10:02 AM)
We could be compromised by manipulative people using force to
disempower us. A frustrating day that could coerce us into an
uncomfortable corner. Best to avoid ultimatums and, for the good
of all, cooperate with others.
Thursday 4/25: Mercury turns direct (5:54 AM)
Communications may still be a little wobbly today, but they return
to normal tomorrow.
Sunday 4/28: Mars Conjunct Neptune (9:31 PM)
A certain anxiety, restlessness, and confusion mark this day. The
situations we are confronted to are complex, unclear, and even
deceiving. Our imagination is intensified. Today, alcohol and drugs
have an amplified effect. Best to stay away from any addictive
substance. We should also avoid falling prey to conspiracy theories
or get-quick-rich schemes.
Friday 4/29: Venus enters Taurus (4:31 AM) till May 23
During the next 3 weeks, we feel more sensual. This cycle is most
conducive to gardening, enjoying some leisurely self-care, some
pampering, indulging in beauty treatments, and starting a peaceful
romance. Artistic activities such as sculpting, working with clay, or
craft-making are favored.
Tuesday 4/30: Mars enters Aries (8:33 AM) till June 8, Venus
Square Pluto (9:30 PM)
During the next 5 weeks Aries natives are favored. Mars in its own
sign brings out our courage, dynamic energy, leadership abilities,
and strong desire for success. We are likely to be more impulsive
than usual and tend to leap into action without much prior thought.
Today, more specifically, our social interactions are difficult.
Others could prove manipulative and rather uncooperative. Our
efforts and charm going vastly unnoticed, we need to adapt our
standards and lie low.
Wishing you a powerful month of April!
In Loving Light.