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DECEMBER
2005 by Bob Mulligan
The most dominant feature of December is a grand fixed
cross, which lingers all month; the four planets involved
are: Mars in Taurus, Saturn in Leo, Jupiter in Scorpio,
and Neptune in Aquarius. We are in for a slow grind.
It is difficult to initiate new activities, but is
it a great time for completing the things we havent
had time for in the past. Our field of activity is
narrow, even constricted. We make progress all month
by applying our energy in a consistent and patient
manner on things that have been with us a long time.
Familiar personal patterns can be altered, but it
is hard to surrender the emotional investment we have
in maintaining the status quo.
This
December begins and ends with a New Moon. The December
1st New Moon is in Sagittarius at 10:01AM EST. Even
though underlying difficulties are present, we may
still accomplish more than appears possible by initiating
activities on this New Moon. The Full Moon on December
15th is at 11:16 AM EST. The passions of the unconscious
mind surface; our challenge is focusing this intensity
in a positive direction. 2005 draws to a close with
another New Moon on December 30th at 10:12 PM EST.
All New and Full Moons are important times of meditation
and reflection. However, this 13th new moon of 2005
happens just before the dawn of a new year; as such
is a perfect time for reflection on where we have
been. It is also now that we should set intentions
for our future. Fearless self-inventory pays big dividends
as Saturn (planet of limitation) rules the New Moon
and is Quincunx it. Mars (planet of energy) Trines
it, and Jupiter (planet of luck) makes a Sextile.
It is possible to focus a tremendous force in some
direction. Knowing where to put your attention and
then believing in yourself is the most important aspect
of the way the year ends.
With
both Mercury and Mars still retrograde at the beginning
of the month, it is difficult to build momentum on
anything. However, work on ourselves and digging into
ongoing projects can be quite fulfilling. As Mercury
turns direct on December 3rd we can put the period
of deep introspection behind us. Mars turns direct
on the 9th, opening our subjective valves letting
new energy flow. However, we will still be ushering
in 2006 in a mood of emotional revision, as Venus
(planet of our love nature) turns retrograde on December
24th and will remain moving backwards until February
3rd.
December
1st to the 4th We have a short time of power and
thrill, as the New Moon in Sagittarius and the Mars/Jupiter
opposition gives us plenty of energy. Read paperwork
carefully as Mercury is changing directions and its
easy to make mistakes.
December
5th to the 11th We may feel that the possibility
of real progress is coming as Mars turns direct. This
week will have a fanatical tone. Determine that you
will be the voice of reason.
December
12th to the 18th The emotional mood is much lighter
this week. Our underlying and enduring interests encourage
us to implement necessary fundamental changes.
December
19th to the 25th We may need a good deal of emotional
support to weather this week. Expectations and facts
are separated by some distance. Learn to compromise
and create harmony, then the joy of the season will
descend on you.
December
25th to the 31st Keep believing in the power of
the good in you to make a positive contribution to
the world. Your biggest enemy now is loss of belief
in your own goodness. Even the gods cannot defeat
a man who has won a victory over himself. - Buddha
1st
Thursday Mars Sesquiquadrate Pluto, then the New
Moon at 10:01am EST We are all in the mood for a
change and the pot is certainly being stirred. Choosing
a direction for our energy is not easy. Too many options
and lots of issues vie for our attention. Planning
and taking care of routine tasks is the best solution
now.
2nd
Friday Everything returns to normal; we find a
comfortable niche in familiar surroundings. Changes
we wish to see can unfold comfortably, even if slowly,
now.
3rd
Saturday Sun Trine Saturn, Venus Semi-sextile
Pluto, Mercury Parallel Neptune, Mercury turns Direct
Our emotional light bulb turns on and our reasoning
process gets a shot of idealism and common sense simultaneously.
We are going forward with long held plans.
4th
Sunday Mercury Sextile Venus, Mars Opposite Jupiter
We live with a certain enthusiasm for the practical.
Harmony and productivity are the keynotes.
5th
Monday Mercury Parallel Neptune Inspirational
thoughts and good news arrive adding a bright twist
to a very busy day.
6th
Tuesday Its easy to spend too much time in your
head today. Make sure that you make time for important
people in your life.
7th
Wednesday Sun Sextile Neptune, Jupiter Semi-square
Pluto Self analysis can be quite beneficial now.
A deep dissatisfaction with some aspect of our lives
can surface if we are quiet and not busy projecting
our unrest onto others.
8th
Thursday Sun Parallel Venus You dont need to
know every detail about the current situation. This
is a great time to be pleasant and remain open to
the various opportunities of the day.
9th
Friday Mars turns Direct We may feel inspired
to get up and try again at things we have been hard
pressed to complete recently. Well, alright, but keep
your focus on the things that can be achieved right
now. It is going to take a long time to get the big
projects to work out.
10th
Saturday Mercury Sextile Venus Keep self expression,
pure, simple and direct. Let others know what is on
your mind. Journaling can also be an important way
to getting your creativity flowing.
11th
Sunday You will be so surprised at how many things
are around you that you can easily complete. Just
recognize the obvious; then materialize the natural
consequences of the things you have already done.
12th
Monday Mercury enters Sagittarius then Contra-parallels
Saturn We have a difficult time focusing on the achievable
and practical today, but, this is exactly what is
called for. We can finish something important and
start on something new.
13th
Tuesday Pleasant feelings color our interactions
today. A smile can go a long way toward energizing
other-wise blank interactions.
14th
Wednesday We tend to be nervous. We may have too
many things going on, we may be distracted, but our
intuition can be strong and opportunity is available
to make things better.
15th
Thursday Sun Sesquiquadrate Mars, Venus enter
Aquarius, the Full Moon, Sun Conjunct Pluto Enthusiasm
and anger successfully channeled can bring a sense
of fulfillment. Troubles are in the news but our personal
lives can be more carefully focused on the positive
aspects of life. Lots of energy and input from several
sources make this a potent day.
16th
Friday Emotional bonds connecting us to the past
color the way we approach our task. Luck is with us
on everything we do, if we can see how to tap into
it.
17th
Saturday Jupiter Square Saturn, Sun Sesquiquadrate
Saturn, Sun Semi-square Jupiter We deal with the
limitation of our striving. Big plans need shaping
in order to be practical.
18th
Sunday Mercury Square Uranus Brilliant ideas
are all around us, however, dont be in a hurry. It
is going to take a while to materialize the real substance
on many of the things you are thinking on today.
19th
Monday Mercury Parallel Venus Freedom is on
everyones mind, even though the idea can have a different
meaning for each of us. Caution in our communications
carries us closer to our goals.
20th
Tuesday Mercury Quincunx Mars Prudence in thought
and action help us along lifes pathway. Dont cut
yourself such a big piece of pie that you will have
trouble digesting it later on. Temperance is the key
to success right now.
21st
Wednesday Mercury Trine Saturn, Sun enters Capricorn
A solemn mood falls over the country but we remain
productive. Big events captivate our attention. Much
that is in the news now is pure fantasy. We all need
to keep our feet on the ground. There is a joy emerging
under all of the present difficulties.
22nd
Thursday Mercury Semi-sextile Jupiter, Mars Contra-parallel
Pluto, Sun Semi-square Neptune, Sun Semi-sextile Venus
It is easy to be confused about the direction of
almost anything and everything now. If you happen
to have the right direction, it is possible to make
a lot of progress today. In order to do this you have
to focus on a few important things to the exclusion
of everything else.
23rd
Friday Seek harmony. It is possible to have a
really peaceful day. Artistic expressions are favored
now.
24th
Saturday Venus turns Retrograde Personal ideals
are augmented. Take in a movie or artistic experience;
be with others for some social life, if at all possible.
25th
Sunday Mercury Sextile Neptune, Mars Sesquiquadrate
Pluto, Mercury Semi-square Venus Lots of energy
is generated to complete some projects. Some arguments
can emerge as misunderstanding can easily occur. Be
willing to surrender outmoded ideas.
26th
Monday Persistent difficulties can find some resolution
today. Frustration occurs if you are in too big of
a hurry or push others too much. Stay calm and you
will benefit.
27th
Tuesday Mars Contra-parallel Neptune, Mars Square
Saturn Inspiration and persistent effort bring results.
You may feel as if you are pushing against an impenetrable
barrier. People in your life may be ultra sensitive.
Avoid situations that have trouble with no resolution.
Pick your projects carefully.
28th
Wednesday It is a light and breezy day. It is
easy to dance on the surface of life now. And this
may make more sense than getting immersed in all the
underlying difficulties.
29th
Thursday Sun Sextile Uranus, Venus Contra-parallel
Saturn, Sun Parallel Mercury Its a day of correction.
Minor changes can easily put us on a great path forward
and we can let go of past suffering.
30th
Friday New Moon is at 9 degrees Capricorn at 10:12
pm EST Reevaluate the year in terms of your goals.
Where have you been while your life has been happening?
We can prepare to start 2006 on a new footing. Present
the best side of your nature. This is a chance to
outline a plan for a new you.
31st
Saturday Mercury Conjunct Pluto, Mercury Sesquiquadrate
Saturn, Sun Quincunx Saturn There is such a serious
tone to this New Years Eve. We are in a retrospective
mood. Spend time with yourself so you enter the New
Year connected with your destiny.
Bob
Mulligan is available for personal appointments, astrology
classes, and astrological material. Call him at 239-261-2840
or e-mail him at bobmulliga@aol.com
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