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December
2007 by Bob Mulligan
Each December we have the winter solstice as the Sun enters Capricorn reaching its lowest point in the sky; we have the shortest day of the year. Our first day of winter alone makes December a significant month. However, this year we have so have so much planetary activity December becomes an important fulcrum point for change. Jupiter changes signs, Saturn changes directions, the nodal axis changes signs, Jupiter conjuncts Pluto, the Sun parallels Jupiter twice as well as conjuncting him. There are so many powerful aspects this month it will provoke some response from everyone.
Key relationships between men and women will change in some noticeable way during December. This is shown by Mars (the masculine Planet) and Venus (the feminine planet) doing a dance with each other and the outer planets all month. The comic purpose of this change is to realign the energy between genders. We will experience this as opportunity to get clarity in our primary relationships.
Mercury (planet of mental life) is moving at a blistering pace as it reaches the conjunction with the Sun and then passes it. He covers the Entire sign of Sagittarius in 19 days. We have an opportunity to broaden our horizons and deal with many new options. Mercury (messenger of the gods) acts as a trigger, putting into motion many pre-formed patterns.
The New Moon occurs at 12:42 PM EST, on Sunday the 9th. There are five planets in Sagittarius (sign of abundance); two days later Jupiter conjuncts Pluto. This year our holiday season gives us a strong need to expand, and hopefully this will be more that our midsections. Keeping our eyes on a distant goal brings it closer. Meditating on positive change for the world will manifest it.
Jupiter and Pluto conjunct in Sagittarius on December 11th. Although these two brother gods come together every 13 years or so, this is the first time this conjunction has happened in Sagittarius (The home rule of Jupiter) since 1758. We can expect changes in money and laws around the use of money. This has been a consistent theme for this pairing as far back as we can trace this cycle.
Jupiter enters Capricorn on the 18th. This movement from his own sign to the territory of Saturn marks the beginning of real difficulty for anyone unwilling to take stock of their current situation; the demands of the moment are to understand and measure what you really have. For those willing to do honest work on themselves, this is a unique time of guaranteed progress and profit. This transit lasts until January 5th 2009, and defines a time for expressing our vision of life in concrete turns. Much of what cant be defined will be eliminated.
Saturn turns retrograde on the 19th, allowing us to revisit our decisions of the last three month. We will remain in this process of mulling over important circumstances for the next six months; this single movement forms a backdrop to all other considerations for the majority of us.
Also on the 19th, the nodal axis (which defines our pattern of spiritual development) migrates from Pisces/Virgo to Aquarius/Leo; this movement points to a shift from being concerned with the process of our life to emphasizing the motivation for our actions. For the next year and a half, personal growth comes through concentrating on group effort; we need to release our self-centered impulses in order to achieve our own personal development. Things uniquely personal become more dependent the world and our societys progress.
On Saturday the 22nd the Sun Enters Capricorn, then promptly conjuncts Jupiter. With Saturn (ruler of Capricorn) retrograde and Jupiter moving to trine (healthy and supportive aspect) him, we have this next thirty day period working favorable to bring material progress in our lives. Yes, there are lessons and progress is slow, but we are moving in the right direction toward achievable goals.
At 8:16pm EST on Sunday the 23rd we have our Full Moon right after the Sun Conjunct Jupiter and Mercury Semi-squares Neptune. Every Full Moon generates energy, but this one has so many contributing boosts that everyone will feel it. If you are planning on going out and socializing, be careful. Mars (god of war) is involved in many aspects. We have arrived at a powerful world mediation point as this Full moon occurs only a day after the winter solstice.
From the 1st to the 9th is a time of gestation. There are major shifts during this week in the arena of romance. Emotions go hot and cold. You may find circumstances to be quite fluid. Misunderstandings can crop up and be resolved. If you want stability, be relaxed and calm; it helps.
From the 10th to the 16th we are mentally stimulated and keyed up; ask more from life. Be willing to work and to wait. Many problems resolve themselves or just disappear. Dont hold yourself back; take the plunge and grab the opportunities that are so very present.
From the 17th to the 23rd plan, wait, relax, and exercise common sense as you push for closure on key issues. Now is the time to make your goals concrete and to take practical steps toward their completion. This is traditionally a time for holiday giving and for spending time with the family; this year we should be practical and measured with the way we give and with the type of activities we engage in with others.
From the 24th to the 31st there is a romantic and nostalgic vibration that needs to be integrated with our desire to be practical. Accomplish the necessary thing then spend time visiting with people. Split your time between working alone and being involved in group activities.
1st - Saturday Mercury Enters Sagittarius We are off and running as our bonds have been severed and we are able to move freely and express ourselves with candor and abandon. Taking a chance is not only rewarding but fun.
2nd Sunday Venus Sextile Jupiter, Sun Quincunx Mars Hurrying can cause missteps and setbacks. Obtain harmony where possible and you will be happier.
3rd Monday Venus Sextile Pluto With great effort it is possible to lift the vibration of the environment. Finding happiness is a decision that you can make.
4th Tuesday Circumstances develop quickly as we search for answers. Relationships change for the better and we have opportunity to clear up misunderstandings.
5th Wednesday Venus Sesquiquadrate Uranus, Venus enters Scorpio Profound insight comes on the tail of intense feelings; we strive to improve relationships and what isnt destroyed is strengthened.
6th Thursday Venus Contra-parallel Saturn, Mercury Square Saturn Fear of getting something wrong or mistimed comments can retard progress now. Even when circumstances seem less than favorable, keep putting forth some effort to relate to your peers.
7th Friday Mercury Quincunx Mars, Sun Square Uranus It is nearly impossible to stay inside commonly agreed upon guidelines. We wander into all kinds of new territory. Be willing to experiment.
8th Saturday Mars Sextile Saturn Taking care of home, family, and basics can bring a deep joy and inner satisfaction. Learn to take time for the small things of everyday life.
9th Sunday Sun Parallel Mercury, Then the New Moon at 12:42 PM EST. We envision a better world; practice seeing our collective future as we wish it to be instead of the way we fear it will happen. NOW is the time to put our precepts into practice.
10th Monday Mercury Parallel Jupiter, Mercury Square Uranus We are not content to let things happen naturally; we are driven by the logic of our perceptions to make a bold statement or to just leave the situation we find ourselves in. New information sprouts up everywhere. What we do with our new perspective has a long lasting effect.
11th Tuesday Jupiter Conjunct Pluto, Venus Trine Mars, Sun Sextile Neptune Powerful forces are playing themselves out on the world scene and we are required to look at the big picture. We are excited, optimistic, and creative. Plan bold steps even if their execution is a ways away.
12th Wednesday Venus Sextile Saturn We have experience joy when we take time to illuminate the seemingly unimportant things around us. Reorganize your thinking process; you can create more than you ever dreamed possible.
13th Thursday Mercury Sextile Neptune Our spirit of forgiveness puts us in the mood to start over with people and circumstances we have had difficulties with in the past. This pleasant break from difficult feelings can be a new foundation for our lives.
14th Friday Sun Parallel Jupiter Our spirits lift and we bask in the joy of the moment. Each one of use has a contribution to make to the difficulties as well as the solutions of the moment. We are truly fortunate when we take up the challenge and pour out to the world from our higher selves.
15th Saturday Insecurities and doubt can grip us and sap the joy from the day. We may be tempted to just ignore the immediate difficulties or to become gloomy. Present preexistent problems are only mechanisms for strengthening our resolve and for teaching patience. Accomplish what you can, then relax.
16th Sunday Venus Semi-square Pluto We are having a tough time integrating our emotions; new information and old difficulties can give us feelings of needing to act. Wait a little bit; circumstances improve during the next few days.
17th Monday Sun Conjunct Mercury, Venus Semi-square Jupiter We see what we have to do; now it is just a matter of getting the timing correct. Be vigilant. You will see when to act.
18th Tuesday Venus Trine Uranus, Jupiter enters Capricorn, Mars Sesquiquadrate Neptune Our holiday joy takes a practical turn and we experience more love through helping others. Our ideals can be expressed through compassion.
19th Wednesday Saturn turns retrograde, Mercury Conjuncts Pluto We take steps to penetrate some personal mystery. We need to examine our immediate past in order to uncover problematic patterns. Our behavior changes as we gather more self knowledge.
20th Thursday Mercury Enters Capricorn, Mercury Conjuncts Jupiter, Sun conjunct Pluto, Venus Parallel Neptune Sobering thoughts come to us in the process of putting our best intentions into practice. This can be a wildly productive and creative day. Follow your love with your whole heart and you will be amazed at the outcome.
21st Friday Mars Sesquiquadrate Venus It is very difficult to stay balanced as so much needs to be done quickly. We have an opportunity to express our feelings differently, to correct misunderstandings, and to cement key relationships; the real difficulty is that we have too many opportunities and too many choices. Prioritize and be satisfied with some progress. Striving for a home run probably means striking out.
22nd Saturday Sun Enters Capricorn, Venus Squares Neptune, Mercury Opposite Mars Sit still. The first day of winter has difficulties. Old problems surface with a vengeance. Observe but be careful about how you engage others. Emotions run high and angry has a way of coming out in totally inappropriate ways. Stay calm and evaluate.
23rd Sunday Sun Conjunct Jupiter, Mercury Semi-square Neptune, the Full Moon at 8:16pm EST Stay on your chosen path and follow the plan. New offers emerge but this is not the time to change course. Finish the race you are running and you will be satisfied.
24th Monday Sun Opposite Mars Last minute plans can add spice to the day but people are likely to feel combative. The real issue? Whos in charge? Work with others where you can but avoid making a mountain out of a molehill.
25th Tuesday Mercury Trine Saturn Merry Christmas! Our time with family and nostalgic mood can be disrupted by lingering feelings of obligations that weigh on us. Discharge responsibilities with cheer and the day feels solid and joyful. Self-criticism can spoil the atmosphere. Give yourself a break.
26th Wednesday Mars opposite Jupiter Work and family, personal life and pubic life; we are drawn in two directions. Do your best to take yourself and your circumstances less seriously. You will accomplish more in both arenas.
27th Thursday Sun Semi-square Neptune, Mercury Semi-square Venus We have inspiration and loving feelings. Finding practical applications for our new insights may be difficult. Concentrate on short term achievable goals and the day is easier.
28th Friday When you focus on the details and prioritize correctly, today hums along with a perfectly calm feeling.
29th Saturday Sun Parallel Jupiter, Venus Semi-sextile Pluto, Mercury Sextile Uranus This current joy is intoxicating; we are swept away by a need to express more and make our mark on things around us. If you are able to sit still, you will see the world in a new way.
30th Sunday Sun Trine Saturn, Venus enters Sagittarius, Venus Quincunx Mars We need to accomplish something but our preferences seem to be changing. Stay disciplined but keep your spirit light. Our emotions are a real adventure now.
31st Monday Mars Enter Gemini We are overwhelmed by new possibilities. This is a golden opportunity to shed our old skin and drive off into the sunset, creating a new future for ourselves. By changing now, we can change the world around us. Happy New Year.
Bob Mulligan is available for personal appointments, astrology classes, and astrological material. Call him at 239-261-2840 or by e-mail at bobmulliga@aol.com.
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