31 Oct ALACAZEM 2013.10.31
October 31 to November 7, 2013 Visible Planets: Morning: Mars, Jupiter Evening: Venus
Happy Halloween and blessed Dia de los Muertos – Day of the Dead – All Souls Day and All Saints Day; we commemorate the living and dead, those who have come and gone, lived and loved, struggled and thrived – all of us – along with the holiest of the holy, the best of the best and the worst of the worst. We are here together on planet Earth, making the most of a crazy world, the highly evolved human condition we call today.
As we approach the last eclipse of 2013, the November 3rd New Moon solar eclipse – which takes place during a cross-quarter week of elevated electromagnetic force – I can feel the strong pull of life and loss upon my heart. Santo Knute el Bueno, a man of great spiritual and material wealth, has passed from this material plane into the realm of spirit.
I do not know what happens when we die. I do know that All Hallowed Eve is a time to honor the dead, pray for crossing souls and make contact with those who have passed from this realm to the next. New Moons favor fresh starts and new beginnings. Blessings and peace. May the journey be rich and the adventure divine.
Aries (Mar. 20-Apr.19) You may find yourself delving into the enigmatic mysteries of life and death and feeling powerful emotions as a result. Planetary emphasis in your solar 8th house of the soul and psyche has you reviewing the past, missing those who have passed and then rededicating yourself to living a life better for having known and loved them.
Taurus (Apr. 20-May 20) Mars in Virgo trines Pluto Capricorn on Halloween, encouraging order, organization and structure when it comes to parties, dress-ups and trick-or-treats. Spirits manifest in physical and metaphysical forms as pumpkins glow with golden light, illuminating the veil between worlds. Enjoy the fun, open your heart and see the magic in and all around you.
Gemini (May 21-June 21) With ruler Mercury retrograde in sensual, seductive Scorpio, you may find yourself reawakening to the seething power of sexuality, reliving past intimacy or considering a secret tryst with someone you find irresistible. Acting upon your fantasies is unlikely, however, as Mars in Virgo keeps reminding you to mind your p’s and q’s. Celebrate the season with magic.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) The Scorpio zodiac month provides Moonchildren with plenty of time and chances for making hay while the Sun is shining. Indian Summer glows with romantic, creative and spiritual opportunity. Re-examine and refine your definition of love. What and who really stirs your heart? Compassionate communication is a magic wand. Express feelings, share thoughts.
Leo (July 23-Aug.22) All Saints Day follows All Souls Day and both are celebrations of mystery and magic. The enigmatic puzzles of life and death dance between the worlds as leaves whirl and spirits rise. Old ghosts and shimmering images of childhood, home and family evoke feelings and emotions that carry clues to current issues and agendas. Listen to and follow your heart.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep.22) Halloween delivers a magical day of fun and fancy as excitable Mars in Virgo harmoniously aspects powerful Pluto in aristocratic Capricorn. Dress up like a king, queen, prince or princess as you parade amongst the ghosts and goblins of Samhain. Make elegance your theme and dance amongst and under the stars. Light candles, say prays and set out treats.
Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 22) The season of ghosts, witches and werewolves, shamans and shape-shifters is here. As clocks tick and fires ignite, tap into the mystical realms of soul and spirit. Dial the hotline to heaven or gaze into the deep, starry, blue-black sky. The veil between the worlds is thin, reach out and touch the spirits. Ask questions and listen, the answers will come. Focus on love.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) Happy birthdays continue as golden leaves fall upon golden grass and nighttime candles flicker with golden flames. Plenty of gold for those seeking gold. The magic of illumination is everywhere and enlightenment is a journey. These days are made for living presently and learning as you go. Embrace it all and stay on the path. You are golden light, glimmer with gold.
Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 20) The shimmering Sun, retrograde Mercury and Master Teacher Saturn in your solar 12th house of life karma and soul surrender encourages depth, realism and compassion in your current life review. Forgiving yourself and others for past wrongs, making amends, cultivating humility and taking the ego out of the equation awards you with inner peace. Relax.
Capricorn (Dec. 21-Jan. 19) Friends and fellowships award you with a sense of vitality, camaraderie and connectedness this All Saints and Souls Day week. Take the time to look out for witches and spirits along the way; you may be surprised by their presence. An open and willing heart is your ally now. Refrain from outworn inner dialogs and dysfunctional behaviors. Change the channel.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Achievement, accomplishment and getting the job done in general has been the thematic mantra of past and present weeks. Now it’s time to take a break and soar amongst the otherworldly realms of soul and spirit. Eclipse energy continues to take away the dead and dying and rebirth backs the vital and vibrant. Love it all with goodness and grace.
Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20) A week of waxing darkness paves the way for the year’s final solar eclipse. What better time to plant seeds of intention and desire in the fertile cosmic womb? And don’t forget to say your prayers. Golden humility is a magical, mystical experience, opening doors to the lands beyond the limits of ego. Surrender to eternity and soar amongst the stars.
Cynthia is a third generation astrologer living in the high mountain desert of the American Southwest. Visit her website @ www.alacazem.com.
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