JUNE 2007

The major planetary relationship this month occurs on the 25th: Saturn in Leo opposite Neptune in Aquarius. This is the third of three instances of this aspect. The first occurred on August 31st, 2006 and the second on February 28th, 2007. Saturn is the planet of responsibility, structure, management, security, consolidation, control and career. Leo is the sign of leadership, performance, creative self-expression and entrepreneurship. Neptune is the planet of the non-tangible. Its positive expressions are music, art, dance, spirituality, creativity and inspiration. Its negative side creates disintegration, fuzzy boundaries, lack of focus, misplaced sacrifice, falling victim and escapist behavior. The sign of Aquarius is the sign of friends, society, humanitarian action and community. The opposition of two planets creates confrontation, forced situations or overpowering of one over the other. Leaders who should be strong can “waffle” or weaken. Decisions are made based on image or ego rather than what is right and humanitarian. Under these aspects leaders with integrity could do what is best globally. Since Saturn rules business, leaders and structure and Neptune rules oil and the sea, supply and demand for oil has been an issue of high importance as have been oil spills, hurricanes and floods. The Sun in Gemini until the 21st supports communication, social interaction, information processing, short trips, vehicles, learning, training, routine occupations and working with the hands. The Sun’s entry into Cancer on the 21st is the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. The sign of Cancer supports family interaction, food, land, crops, homes, real estate and all matters relating to security – parenting, caring, emotional connection and monetary help. This is the time of year for family reunions, picnics, tending crops and gardens, yard work and home maintenance. Since Cancer is a water sign, attraction to lakes, swimming and boating is an integral part of the season.

Mercury (communication, writing, contracts, commerce, workers) in Cancer all month communicates regarding families, food, homes, children, parents, security, money and real estate. On May 31st Mercury entered the shadow of the next retrograde which spans from June 15th to July 9th. Between May 31st and June 15th an issue will arise regarding the Cancerian issues listed above to be worked on during the retrograde, between June 15th and July 9th. During the exit shadow or completion phase, of the retrograde (from July 9th to July 24th, is the time to finalize details, confirm agreements and stabilize chaotic situations. Mercury retrograde can also be a transitional time for packing, moving or emotional adjustments.

Venus (values, money, social connections) in Cancer until the 5th values time for family, interests and activities as well as food, security and homes. Venus in Leo after the 5th values parties, weddings, graduations, enjoyment and entertainment. The 24th is the entry shadow of Venus retrograde from July 27th to September 8th. The Leo/Virgo retrograde addresses creativity vs. practicality.

Mars (initiation, energy, aggression) in Aries until the 24th is in its own sign, emphasizing the independence, initiative, energy and perhaps selfishness associated with this planet and sign. “Just do it” is the message-moving tentative issues forward. Mars in Taurus after the 24th supports working with the earth, planting gardens, general maintenance and home improvements. Mars in Taurus can be loyal, persevering but also stubborn.

Jupiter (expansion, opportunity, optimism, travel, foreign trade, education, religion, legal matters) retrogrades from 15 to 12 degrees Sagittarius. It transited these degrees in January and February and will repeat in September/October. Jupiter is in Sag from November 2006 thru mid-December 2007. Birthdays most affected by 12-15 degrees are December 4th-8th, June 2nd-5th, September 4th-7th and March 2nd-5th as well as companies or persons whose charts have planets or angles from 12 to 15 degrees Sagittarius, Gemini, Virgo or Pisces. Jupiter in its own sign brings issues of and opportunity thru education, travel, foreign countries, relocation, politics, religion, trade, public relations, legal matters and freedom.

Saturn (structure, foundation, responsibility) transits 19 to 22 degrees Leo, repeating where it was in September/October and February/March 2007. Saturn will not retrograde again before it enters Virgo. It has brought career changes and shifts in responsibility to many Leos in addition to restructuring in the house of the chart which Leo rules or where planets in Leo are found, in particular those born between 1938 and 1958. Leo relates to royalty, leadership, performing, entertainment, children and creative talents. During Saturn in Leo hobbies can be developed and turned into businesses. This month’s transit most directly affects those born August 12th-15th, February 9th-11th, November 12th-15th and May 9th-12th as well as those whose charts have planets or angles from 19-22 degrees Leo, Aquarius, Taurus and Scorpio. Saturn’s last transit thru Leo was 1975 to 1978. Review what was happening in your life about 30 years ago, during the half-cycle of 14-15 years (in Aquarius), the quarter cycle of 7 years (in Taurus) and 21 years, the third quarter cycle (in Scorpio) to understand what Saturn in Leo from July 2005 to September 2007 will mean for you.

Uranus (freedom, rebellion, surprise, invention technology) transits at 18 degrees Pisces where it turns retrograde on the 23rd and will repeat in July 2007 as well as March 2008. Most affected are birthdays of March 8th, June 8th-9th, September 10th-11th and December 10th-11th as well as persons or companies whose charts have planets or angles from around 18 degrees Pisces, Virgo, Gemini or Sagittarius. Between July 2007 and March 2008 they will need freedom, experience chaos or make radical changes. Uranus will be in Pisces until 2011 and supports social revolution. During 1920, the start of the previous Uranus thru Pisces, Congress granted women the right to vote and the “Roaring 20’s” began. Uranus in Pisces supports artistic creativity with innovation and intellect with sensitivity, leading to modern ways of helping those in need and suggesting that the only way that humanity will survive is by caring for each other and doing what is best for all, addressing humanitarian and global issues such as disaster relief, global warming and political decisions made for the good of the masses, not just special interests and the wealthy.

Neptune (sensitivity, inspiration, escapism, dreams, trust) retrogrades 22-21 degrees Aquarius, where it was in April/May and will repeat in February as well as the fall of 2008. Neptune turned retrograde on May 24th. During the retrograde (May to October) is an excellent time to release addictive attitudes, behaviors or habits. Neptune relates to intangibles such as imagination, inspiration, art, dance and creative writing as well as prayer, healing, dreams and escapism. Birthdays most affected are February 11th, May 12th, August 15th and November 14th as well as charts with planets or angles from 21 to 22 degrees Leo, Taurus, Aquarius or Scorpio. Neptune transits bring a lack of focus or direction, a sense of drifting or the inability to see a disappointment, betrayal, error or weakness until it’s too late. They dissolve the past in order to open space for the future. On the positive side this can be a time for faith, healing, psychic insights and artistic creativity. Under Neptune in Aquarius you can develop intuition, musical talents, practice meditation and pay more attention to your own inner guidance. You may also need to watch your back and balance faith with fact to see events clearly, not with wishful thinking or being attached to the dream or vision of what you think might have been.

Pluto (power, control, resources, transformation) retrogrades 28 to 27 degrees Sagittarius, where it was in January 2007 and will repeat in November 2007. Most affected are birthdays of December 19th-20th, June 18th-19th, September 20th-21st and March 17th-18th as well as charts with planets or angles around 27 to 28 degrees Sagittarius, Gemini, Pisces and Virgo. Between January 2007 and November of 2007 they will experience major changes in life such as marriage, divorce, relocation and career/financial challenges. These are times when counseling or therapy may be required and self-awareness/motivational work necessary. Now that Pluto has completed the 24th degree and is three-quarters of the way thru Sag, it has brought focus, transformation and paradigm shifts in travel, education, travel, religion, politics and global trade.

Specific indications for the twelve signs are as follows:
 

Note: In addition to reading about your sun sign, you can get additional information by reading about your moon sign, rising sign and the sign on the Midheaven of your chart.

Nancy Bahlman is a professional astrologer with special interests in relating persons to locations using Astro*Cartography and Local Space Charts. Classes now forming.
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