Star Codes
ON ONE LEVEL, the aspects are lovely this week for connection, so flirt away and enjoy the spring fever. May Day, the celebration of all things fertile, approaches. Everything is bursting into bloom.
Going deeper, notice an intense push to exert willpower as Mars and Pluto conjunct and the moon squares them both this weekend. The two planets symbolize power dynamics, and they are both in determined Capricorn. Like a teacher that kicks us onto the stage, this conjunction pushes us. It’s a great aspect to declare someone’s running for office. It’s helpful wherever we have clear direction. But it also empowers the reckless, or people with crazy ideas. Keep an eye on the international chess board; it reveals the intentions of others.
If we feel blocked or uncertain, the same aspect can wind us up. Our wheels spin and churn into anxiety. Take on small projects while you’re waiting for bigger ones. In the coming weeks, hidden information becomes clearer. Answers finally come to those dangling emails. And whatever the answer, we’ll have more information about our next steps.
FRIDAY, APRIL 27: Flirt with a butterfly, passing stranger, or piece of chocolate as the moon in Libra trines the sun in Taurus this morning, both signs ruled by Venus. Focus and get grounded around noon as the moon squares Saturn. Use patience and determination this afternoon and don’t drop the ball. Let the world’s beauty in tonight.
SATURDAY, APRIL 28: Our sybaritic and ambitious natures are at odds this morning and can create tensions. Accidents are likely. Honor the inner calling of each person and create joy instead. Our words take root; notice what conversations are being planted under this waxing Libra moon.
SUNDAY, APRIL 29: The moon enters focused Scorpio this morning and waxes full tonight. Find something positive to obsess about. Be clear with one another and avoid passive-aggressive behavior. Keep boundaries clean and clear. Take a needed contemplative moment this afternoon; howl at the moon tonight. MONDAY, APRIL 30: What can we release to feel liberated? A draining friendship, a bad habit? What we release can set us free as the moon conjuncts Jupiter in Scorpio. If something is taken from us, look for what opportunity that creates. Morbid optimism and a dark sense of humor can open new honesty. Tonight is a night for bonfires. TUESDAY, MAY 1: Sneak baskets of flowers onto other people’s doorsteps at this heart of springtime, and bring blooms into your own life. Dance the maypole or let life’s dance usher in new people under an outgoing Sagittarius moon. Honor the environment and the hardworking people that keep our human ecosystem moving. Reach out and make new connections; speak up and get the word out. WEDNESDAY, MAY 2: Enthusiasm mixed with odd undercurrents and fuzzy moments can make this a complex day. It will help if we can stay in the heart, be clear about our intentions with ourselves and others, and openly discuss any mixed feelings as Mercury challenges Neptune. Animals have a lot to say; listen to puppies and bird calls. THURSDAY, MAY 3: Tensions improve when we’ve achieved a goal; now it’s time to stop and smell the tulips. People need connection with a light touch; check in, but keep pleasantries to a minimum. We’re patiently cheerful, but for only a few minutes. Act on a need to reach out, make travel plans, talk to people from far away, or commune with nature.