THE RIVER OF LIFE

No matter what our expectations may be, life is always on track.  There are always many twists and turns on the journey.  It certainly is not always a smooth ride; and after relentlessly paddling up stream and getting nowhere, we generally allow the boat of life to turn around and flow with the current.  Certainly, we have to have a little faith in that process.  The current (events in life) is set in motion to guide and assist us throughout our journey.  Our expectations and attitude can make the ride rather rough or they can make this journey enjoyable.

We can certainly make adjustments along the way but remember we will never conquer the current by trying to paddle up stream.  Our focus and our attitude towards the journey are what guide our boat.  If we are unhappy with our journey, we have to examine why we feel that way.  What expectations have we put in place?  What lesson do we need to learn to continue downstream?  Nothing within the river is there to hinder our journey.  The rocks are not there for our convenience or detriment.  They just are.  If we run into one, maybe it was time to stop and utilize the rock as an anchor to take time to appreciate the view. 

When we come to a “Y” in the river, we can take either route.  Both will lead us to the ocean.  One may have more rapids than the other but once we have committed there is no turning back.  You can’t place the blame on anyone or anything.  The route with the rapids may be more of a struggle but the lesson learned to navigate safely are invaluable. 

Life has many choices and paths to follow.  There are many avenues of expression along the river of life.  We cannot wish the obstacle to be gone but we can certainly learn to maneuver around them or use them to our advantage.    Remain positive throughout all of life’s experiences.  Stay true to yourself and do what must be done.  Never give in to negativity and remember, allowing is not a form of letting go.  You have what it takes to overcome all of the obstacles that come between you and contentment. 

If you get stranded as most of us do from time to time, do not be afraid to reach for the life lines thrown to you.  Remember, we are not alone in this journey. 

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SUN IN VIRGO, AUGUST 23, 2017 - Part One

Those born with their Sun in the sign of Virgo could well be defined as conscientious, as everything that they put their hearts into is well done.  They seek perfection in most all that they do.  They give attention to detail, although they can get carried away and become overly fussy. 

There is a tendency to worry too much because of this attention to detail.  They see every little flaw in life and in others but see this to an extreme within themselves.  They are quite thoughtful and caring individuals and have good intensions.  Virgo individuals can be of great assistance to anyone in need.  Because they truly care, some Virgos or Virgoans can become a little too interfering although their intent is simply to help.  Service on some level is a major part of their personality.

Virgo is an earth sign (along with Taurus and Capricorn) and is known to be practical, earthy, dependable, conservative and often sensual.  There is often a love for material comforts with aims to achieve financial security through dedicated hard work.  If they carry their need for security in life to an extreme, they can become overly materialistic and worry about being able to preserve their wealth.  As a result, some may begin preparing and saving retirement very early in life. 

Everything must have its place with the traditional Virgo.  If things are not in place, this is a clear indication that life is not in order and they are going through some sort of strife.

With the Sun in Virgo, there are a few other significators in the natal chart which might prove useful in determining specific characteristics.  Check the house placement of the Sun in the birth chart.  With any chart (not just Virgo), not only do we have the characteristics linked with our sun sign but the house placement carries the flavour of the natural sign ruler of that house.  If, for example, you have your Virgo Sun in the first house, you also have Aries characteristics linked with the Virgo characteristics.  A second house Sun will carry Taurus tendencies and a third house Sun will carry Gemini characteristics and so on. 

Also take into consideration the decan that your Sun sign is in; each 10 degrees are defined by decans.  If your Sun is within the first 10 degrees up to 9 degrees 59 minutes Virgo, you are a double Virgo.  If your Sun sign is in the second 10 degrees so 10 to 19 degrees 59 minutes, you are Virgo/Capricorn and if your Sun sign is in the third 10 degrees so 20 to 29 degrees 59 minutes, you are Virgo/Taurus.  This will bring to light more influences within the Sun sign delineation.

Part II of our Virgo write up will be posted Friday, August 25, 2017 in which we will touch on the aspect between transiting Neptune and the Sun in Virgo and its influence (a partial forecast).

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MERCURY RETROGRADE - August 13 to September 5, 2017

Mercury goes into retrograde in motion three to four times each year (appearing to be moving backward).  Mercury went retrograde on August 13 and will remain so until September 5, 2017.  

Mercury is in the sign of Virgo for the whole current retrograde cycle.  It is suggested that Mercury retrograde will affect people who have it in retrograde in their birth charts more than those who have it direct in their birth charts.  As Mercury moves through your horoscope make note of the house in which it is located and check if it conjuncts any planet or angle during its retrograde motion.  The astrological sign it is in during this cycle will be reflective of mental adjustments required.  It may also affect the area of life dictated by the house positions that are affected by the cycle.  It is also suggested that you review your Mercury’s placement in your natal chart, its house position and the aspects made to it because much of what your natal chart suggests may be area’s that will be affected by Mercury’s current transit.

Mercury retrograde is not a huge life-changing event; however it deserves mention due to the fact that Mercury is associated with the workings of the mind.  As Mercury begins to slow down or at least appears to slow down, some experience a slowing down in daily affairs and this created an opportunity to reflect and contemplate life’s events.  It is considered a chance to go over old material that you may have ignored or left buried previously.  You may review decisions or make new decisions; however,quite often the best laid plans go astray during the retrograde motion.  It is best to wait until Mercury has completed its retrograde cycle and then if possible move forward in the intended direction once it has returned direct.  It is frequently indicated that the chance for plans to work out after Mercury goes direct is far greater and more often the outcome is positive.

It is suggested that we remain flexible during times of Mercury retrograde and not to sign any legal documents or agreements.  There is a better success rate after the retrograde motion is finalized.  This is not to say that you should worry if plans are made or documents need to be signed, as often times if Mercury is not making contacts with natal planets or is not poorly aspected in the birth chart, things remain relatively smooth flowing and little will interfere with plans. 

This is a time of self-study, a time to reflect on who you are and a time to make decisions on what steps you might take to make improves.  It has been suggested that individuals experience issues from events in their past, or they have not completed the lesson or have left issues unfinished.  You now have the opportunity to make corrections or make alternate plans when Mercury moves into direct motion again.

It suggests that people and personal ideas are often the key to moving ahead in the proper direction.  Some experience insights on alternate levels that propel them forward in a new direction.  In most cases (unless highly afflicted in the natal chart and afflicted in transit through connection with planets or angles) it is usually not a time to be overly concerned about as very little may actually materialize. 

Use this time to activate your mental process as it now becomes stimulated and opportunity is being presented.  Any area that has to do with health and vitality as well as business-oriented concerns may be addressed now.  When Mercury goes direct, you can act on these things in a positive manner. 

Deep thinking and reflection for the betterment of all concerned can now be awakened during this retrograde motion.

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TRUE COLOURS

Do you adjust your persona to fit what you think is expected of you by others in any given situation?

Are you comfortable with a chameleon lifestyle?  Are you comfortable showing your own true colours? 

The human race has flourished due to its ability to adapt.  We all adapt to our life conditions to survive.  To feel that it is necessary to adapt our persona to different situations in life, however, is unrelated to our physical survival.  This only serves to please others.  Through experience and self preservations many of us have learned that the only way we can feel perfect in our own skin is to wear it with confidence and pride.  After all, the best person we can be is the exact person we truly are. 

If you disapprove of a characteristic, you don’t have to own it.  See it for what it is and let it go.  It does not define you.  The energy of love within is the true energy of self.  All the rest are only learned characteristics. 

Let your true colours shine through (just as Cyndi Lauper once sang).  Be yourself.  You surely will be happy and comfortable with the outcome. 

Your life becomes a reflection of your thoughts and focus.  Encourage growth; focus on the positive and be grateful but most importantly be genuine to yourself!

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Upcoming Psychic Fair

Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 14, 2017!

Holm Astrology will be participating in the Body & Mind Psychic Fair at the beautiful Georgian Bay Hotel & Conference Centre located at 10 Vacation Inn Drive in Collingwood, Ontario.

The fair will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  There will be numerous other readers at the fair as well as various vendors.

As with all events hosted by Lynn Anne Hill, admission to the fair is free and of course, there will be draw prizes!

These events are traditionally very busy and we recommend that you arrive early or pre-booking your appointment to avoid disappointment. You can book your appointment at www.holmastrology.com/contact-us   Please suggest a time and we will certain try to accommodate you.

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SOLAR ECLIPSE AUGUST 21, 2017, PART II

On Wednesday, August 16 we reviewed the energies of the Solar Eclipse more focused on the USA as it is the country which will experience the solar eclipse directly.  Today we will look at it on a more personal level.

You will have to have a close look at where this eclipse falls in your birth (natal) chart (house position) to see what area of life will be affected.  You should also check to see if you have any planets close by angle to 28 degrees of Leo.  The energies of these bodies or angles (Ascendant/Midheaven) will be very relevant to how this Eclipse plays out in your life.  Remember eclipses are meant to create action and bring with them change, required change that over a period of time manifests and translates into something positive.  The number of hours that a Solar eclipses lasts translating into the same number of years that the energies will affect us.  (For your information, Lunar eclipses last in months the number of hours that they are in effect.)  As a result, anyone that is affected by the degree of this Leo Solar Eclipse will experience the energies for a total of approximately 2.5 years.

The closer a planet or angle falls to the degree of the Solar eclipse (28 Leo), the more powerful the influence in your life.  It is not wise to sit back waiting for an anticipated potential unfolding in your life, but be prepared and see how things naturally unfold over time.  Often you feel the energies begin to take effect before the eclipse event, and you already will feel what area of life might be highlighted.  Sometimes things happen out of the blue, but often we have inclinations as to what to expect.  The area of change is often a well-known fact and only needs stimulation to become activated.

Conjunctions (0 degrees) to this degree will be the most powerful and suggest an emphasis.  Square (90 degrees) aspects will indicate challenges and oppositions (180 degrees) usually suggest action as a result of other people.  Quincunx’s (150 degrees) suggest alterations are required, and you will have to make adjustments.  Trines (120 degrees) usually imply easy flow and opportunities, while sextiles (60 degrees) suggest being in the right place at the right time so that you can to take advantage of a situations and make something out of this.

If Saturn is involved in the equation, it usually suggests some challenging conditions and roadblocks or interferences with plans or life objectives.  These challenges can be testing grounds for further growth and you are actually building a foundation that will stand the test of time in the long haul.  If Uranus is involved it suggests change of conditions, sometimes erratic but always necessary change.  Uranus often indicate a breaking free of restrictions that may have held you back previous.  Mars implies aggressive action and forced movement, sometimes pointing towards anger or even violence.  Venus may suggest opportunities to gain financially or a new love.  Jupiter implies growth through higher learning and depending on other factors in the chart could suggest luck in obtaining benefits and opportunities.

It is possible to have a lot happening during the phase and duration of the Solar Eclipse.  It will certainly be interesting to see how it affects the United States and their leader. 

Much has been leading up to this time.  Don’t expect a magnitude of events to unfold and don’t waste any time focusing on possible disasters.  Always remain calm and have a positive outlook.  Center your thoughts on the positive outcomes that will follow.  

Do not ignore any challenging condition; work towards resolving them.  Avoid placing attention on what you feel is missing in life; rather focus on what you works in your life and always be appreciative of what life has provided you with.  Even the harsh events bring valuable lessons that foster growth and understanding over time.

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DO NOT LOSE HOPE

Few, if any, of us will complete this journey without at one point or another experiencing some form of feelings of hopeless, and we may not know which way to turn.  There are many reasons why we reach this emotional point and the list of possibilities is endless.  If we sit to examine the exact cause of these feelings, we normally realize that where we heading or what we are experiencing simply does not fit (our expectations) where we would like to be going or what we prefer to be experiencing. 

What can be done under these circumstances?  Where do we turn? Who can we rely on?

In many cases, life seems to dictate.  The only thing we can do to alleviate the problem is to let go of the reigns, to release our need for full control.  Is doing this such a terrible thing?  Have you been in care and control of all of the things that have happened in your life this far? 

I believe that the destination is predetermined, how we arrive there is our choice.  We can make adjustments along the way to make the road smoother, but is sitting back and letting go a good choice?

In some way, even under the harshest conditions, life’s events help us to grow.  All lessons contain valuable information and growth for us.  These lessons may be taking place to push us in a new direction.  We may eventually understand that events can teach us how to be humble; to make us more aware of others, to make us aware of all of the gifts we are given in life or perhaps to help us to focus on the moment.  In reality we are never off track; however, sometimes it may appear (feel) that way.

Our journey never stops, even after death.  We know even through science that energy is perpetual. 

We can find peace in this moment.  Accept what is.  Walk willingly with the lessons instead of fighting the inevitable and have faith in the process. 

We are here to learn; be open but stay strong to your commitments.  There is always something new in store for us.  We are always on path.  We have the strength to overcome.  We will gain insight through our experiences.  Life can be a wonderful experience and every little detail is special and is worth experiencing (do not let your reactions and expectations to these experiences take away from the lessons).  Enjoy the ride, while living in the moment.

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