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APRIL
2002 by Bob Mulligan
We can accomplish
much if our energy is focused appropriately during April. We leave
our more transient concerns in order to focus on what is more enduring
in our lives. If our long range vision is balanced against the requirements
of our practical concerns we can accomplish much this month. We
get into trouble only when we lack clarity, then wasting time on
things that don't matter. Values clarification and self-analysis
come up time and again all month.
On the 1st it
is evident that a slowdown of activities started last month will
continue. Venus crosses into Taurus. Our efforts are rewarded when
we focus on small achievable goals. Also, Saturn trines Neptune
today indicating that this is a perfect time to complete a blueprint
that will manifest in action over the next couple of months. If
you have come to closure on some important decisions in life, be
prepared to act. The pathway is clearly laid out now.
We feel energized
on the 2nd and we are apt to look for quick solutions to our problems.
Alas, none are forthcoming. Mercury (planet of thinking) is in Aries,
the sign of immediacy. Further, challenging aspects of Mars to Jupiter
prompt us to act quickly. We have the possibility of innovative
thinking, however the productive action comes by examining slow
long term progress.
On the 3rd we
have the opportunity to clarify our true values. We feel tension
created in us. On one hand we have our higher universal values,
on the other we have our practical and immediate personal considerations.
This is symbolized by Venus' struggle with Pluto today. Long standing
beliefs are at odds with immediate gratification. Each of us in
our own way demonstrates some conflict of choices. However, this
is good as it can help us see our way through a real crisis of values
which hovers over everyone's life now. Because Mercury (Messenger
of the Gods) is placed by sextile between Neptune (Ideals) and Saturn
(Necessities) , we really do have the ability to find long term
solutions to life's more persistent problems now.
Sunday, the
7th is a pleasant, lucky, and insightful day. To understand why,
though, we need to back up a bit. January 17, 1995, Pluto (Lord
of Extremes) crossed into Sagittarius (Sign of Religion). Pluto
will not complete its journey through this sign until January of
2008. These are years of human history in which we reflect on our
basic beliefs. During this time we will take each pattern of faith
to its ultimate conclusion. Today, with the Sun and Mercury trine
Pluto we have the advantage of being able to look deeper into our
most closely held assumptions about life. We do this every so often
in this thirteen year period. Venus (Pleasure) sextiling Jupiter
(Abundance) gives the day a comfortable flavor and some grounding
for down to earth pursuits with home and family. Also remember -
Daylight Saving Time begins today.
Wednesday the
10th finds Mars square Uranus. Be willing to say what is really
on your mind. The habits of the past and the requirements of the
future bring issues to the boiling point today.
On the 12th
Mercury sextile Uranus shows we have an opportunity to think creatively.
We have the NEW MOON at 3:22pm EDT. It's time to start over. This
is the first new moon in the astrological new year. We need to pray
for world peace, a higher love, harmony. If you think your meditation
goes unnoticed, let me remind you, there have been over 150 statistical
studies proving the value of distant intercessory prayer on human
health. Our meditations for the health of the world also has an
effect.
The 13th is
a Saturday and a busy day indeed. Mars (Energy) parallels Saturn
(Discipline), Mercury (planet of mental activity) moves into Taurus.
Also Mars crosses into Gemini. Today we have the latitude to switch
our methods and alter our desires. We have a chance to change what
we want and also how we go about getting what we want. This of course,
requires some self-reflection.
On the 18th
Mercury (Analysis) squares Neptune (Illusion). It's easy to be "dazed
and confused" today. Overlooking what is right in front of you may
happen several times. However, this is a good time to meditate.
Avoid making irreversible decisions now.
Saturday the
20th, the Sun crosses into Taurus, sign of fertility. Venus semi-squares
Jupiter. There is romance in the air, however, frustrations can
occur. We feel that we can't get what we really want now.
On the 22nd,
the Sun (our vitality) forms a hard aspect to Pluto (sign of life
and death). Our choices are polarized between immediate gains and
long term need. This is a recurring theme all month. Patience is
important. We tend to rebel against our set patterns on the 23rd
as the Sun is contra-parallel both Pluto and Uranus. New options
emerge, but do we have the courage and energy to follow them? Our
usual course of action is interrupted on the 24th as Venus squares
Uranus. Surprise interruptions gives seasoning to an already interesting
week.
On the 25th
Mercury parallels Venus, then Venus goes into Gemini. This is a
day favoring communication. Efforts to lighten other people's spirits
will have a positive effect.
The 26th is
a busy day. We hurry against incredible odds as we struggle to complete
tasks. Follow well worn paths now. Venus and Mercury parallel Saturn,
and Mercury semi-squares Jupiter. Energy intensifying as we race
toward the FULL MOON at 11:01pm EDT. Full moon meditations are always
powerful.
We are apt to
throw caution to the wind on the 28th as Mercury Squares Uranus.
Traditional habits confront unique situations and unusual results
are likely to emerge.
On the 29th
our ideals are stirred and raised to a higher level as Mars trines
Neptune. Long range solutions to real problems involving groups
are possible now. This is the time to put our imagination through
a good work out. Brilliant, breakthrough ideas can occur now.
On the 30th
April draws to a close with Mercury moving into Gemini. This is
a time of contemplation, renewal, and getting out to try something
new.
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Also....read
Bob Mulligan's archived Monthly Newsletters:
March
2002
February 2002
January 2002
December 2001
November
2001
October
2001
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