The Month of May Heats Up as the Sun Conjuncts Uranus in Gemini, Mars Squares Pluto and Venus Squares Saturn

 

I don't know about you, but I am still in recovery mode from the New Moon in Taurus on May 16 and the Gemini energy that began with Mercury entering its home sign on May 17 and the Sun on May 20. And I have a natal Moon in Gemini, which should make it easier for me to deal with, but it has been a whirlwind. And speaking of heat, in the Boston area, we have had two 90 degree days this week.

On May 22, the Sun and Uranus are conjunct in 1 degree of Gemini. This can bring sudden a-ha moments of insight, rebellious acts of independence and electrical intellectual energy.  Be prepared for rapid changes in thinking and communication.  It can be a day of major breakthroughs.  A feeling of restlessness and nervous energy will prevail.  We are craving freedom and serious change is on the horizon.  These two planets haven't been conjunct in Gemini since the 1940's because Uranus has an 84-year cycle.  Uranus was last in Gemini from 1941-1948.  The Sun and Uranus are conjunct once every year, but this conjunction is momentous. Uranus was in Gemini from 1859 to 1866 and 1774 to 1782.  Are you seeing a pattern here?  The United States entered World War II in 1941, had its own Civil War in the 1860's and we had the American Revolutionary War in 1775.  Uranus is also squaring the North Node in Pisces and South Node in Virgo at this time.  Events can suddenly occur that make us feel torn between the past and the future.  

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community starting there called AstroSphere. The link is: 

https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205. In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. May horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

 

 

 

Venus in Cancer is also squaring Neptune in 3 degrees of Aries on May 22.  This aspect can cause us to see relationships with rose colored glasses and experience boundary issues. Since Venus is also associated with money, we might be inclined to overspend on this day.  Just warning you...

On May 26, Mars in Taurus is squaring Pluto in 5 degrees of Aquarius. When these two heavy hitting planets get together, it is never an easy encounter.  There will be an intense desire to gain control over others or situations which can lead to power struggles and confrontations.  It will be very easy to act defensively now as well triggering some downright obsessive behavior.  A more constructive way to channel this energy is to break down old habits that no longer serve us, exercise, make peace with past power struggles and put effort into self-improvement or personal transformation.  Mars in Taurus is transiting my 7th house and Pluto in Aquarius is in my 4th house, so this should be interesting... I tend to think of it as the Roto-Rooter transit for relationships.

On May 28, Venus in Cancer is squaring Saturn in 11 degrees of Aries.  This tends to deliver a harsh reality check in matters pertaining to love and finances. Expect a day of stress in relationships or experiences of financial limitations.  There can be a sense of guardedness and emotional reserve that is not exactly conducive to starting new relationships.  Major purchases are not wise either on this day and it's not the best time to make any beauty changes.  Save the makeover for friendlier astrological weather.  Venus squaring Saturn can help us to set healthier boundaries in relationships and be more practical concerning money though.

Venus Finishes up in Sagittarius with a Square to Neptune in Pisces, Enters Capricorn and Mercury Squares Saturn in Pisces

 

Confusion, fear, anger, and anxiety are quite prevalent in the United States now as a result of the recent Presidential election.  The planets are echoing these sentiments this week.  On November 9, Venus in Sagittarius will be exactly squaring Neptune in 27 degrees of Pisces.  Venus squaring Neptune is associated with confusion and lack of self-discipline.  It can bring insecurity, poor self-image and relationship difficulties. We are prone to overidealizing a partner, being gullible and can be taken advantage of quite easily.  It goes without saying that with Neptune involved, we need to be especially mindful with alcohol and drugs.

Venus moves into Capricorn on November 11 and stays there until December 7, 2024.  Venus in the cardinal earth sign of Capricorn is more about stability and commitment than adventure and a more free-wheeling approach to love or finances.  Mutual respect in relationships becomes more important.  If we are single, we are seeking partners who are reliable, responsible and ambitious.  We definitely have a more sober approach to love and finances.  Venus in Capricorn is truly a time to get serious about finances.

Venus in Capricorn will be inconjunct Mars in 3 degrees of Leo on November 14, 2024.  This is a very uncomfortable aspect because it's like the two planets involved are in different universes with no common ground.  Adjustments need to be made.  Venus inconjunct Mars can bring frustration and tension.  There very well could be a strong desire for intimacy and connection.  If you find that your sexual energy is blocked on this day, try to find a creative outlet to deal with this aspect on a more constructive level.  That very well could be your best adjustment.  I am just saying that this could be a difficult day for relationships...

Mercury in Sagittarius is slowing down in preparation for its upcoming retrograde that officially starts on November 25 in 22 degrees of Sagittarius.  But Mercury entered its retrograde shadow in 6 degrees of Sagittarius on November 7.  

Mercury in Sagittarius will be squaring Saturn in 12 degrees of Pisces on November 12.  This is my birthday and it is not exactly the aspect that I was hoping for. At least Saturn in Pisces is exactly squaring my natal Saturn in Scorpio, which is something positive.  Hopefully I will get some support for the structures in my life as I begin a new year and decade. Squares are inherently challenging aspects and when Mercury is square Saturn, it can make communication more difficult due to negative thinking and misunderstandings. Just be aware that we might have the tendency to see the worst-case scenario on this day.  Blame it on Saturn...It can create distance in relationships too.  Pay attention to details because we will be needing to do some hard mental work.  The Moon moves into Aries on this day and trines Mercury in Leo during the evening, which should have a restorative effect on opening up communication in relationships.  Perhaps all's well that ends well can be the theme...

And I can't help but agree with astrologer Maria DeSimone's observation that Pluto's last stance in 29 degrees of Capricorn is wreaking havoc with anyone who has planets in the last degrees of the cardinal signs of Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn.  She literally said that they can be going through hell, and as someone who has a Jupiter-Uranus conjunction in Cancer and Neptune in Libra, I concur.  The thing to remember is that even if you have planets not at 29 degrees, but between 25-28 degrees of the cardinal signs, you can still be feeling the effects.  She pointed out that Kamala Harris had her Sun in 27 degrees of Libra and Moon in 27 degrees of Aries, so while it was technically a separating aspect, her loss could be attributed astrologically to Pluto squaring her Sun and Moon while Saturn in Pisces was transiting her 10th house.  Please don't blame any astrologers who predicted Kamala Harris would win the election. It won't do any good.   Pluto will be in Capricorn until November 19, so we have a couple more weeks of this intensity before it enters Aquarius for the next 20 years.

I would also like to announce that while I am still posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), I am also sharing my posts on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community starting there called AstroSphere.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

Please consider purchasing a tarot reading for $15. This is perfect if you want some insight into yourself right now regarding a specific situation and how you can transform the challenges into opportunities. Check it out on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr pic.twitter.com/EKYmrZCn6l

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) November 20, 2022

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

 A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. November horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on X, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:

 http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_19.html

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

 www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

Don’t forget to follow me on X for my daily astrological insights while I am still there. Like many people, I am becoming disillusioned with it.

https://x.com/danceofphoenix

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine. The newest vaccine is available and I encourage you to get it to protect yourself. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus twice. Stay safe and healthy, everyone! 

Astrology is a powerful tool that helps you navigate challenging times and alerts you to opportunity periods. Get a reading with me and experience the healing process. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) June 10, 2022

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summer is Coming as Venus, Mercury and the Sun Enter Cancer

 

Gemini season is winding down its journey and for many of us, it can't come soon enough.  The New Moon in Gemini on June 6 featured the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus and Jupiter in Gemini which generated a tremendous amount of nervous energy and had quite a few people feeling very scattered. It was very frenetic, to say the least.

But the Sun, Mercury and Venus in Gemini have a few more moves to make before they depart.  On June 14, the Sun and Mercury will be conjunct in 23 degrees of Gemini. This should actually be quite pleasant as thinking and communication are emphasized.  Mercury is very comfortable in Gemini, so it will probably entail more socializing and information processing.  The Moon is entering the air sign of Libra during the afternoon, which adds to vibe of wanting to connect with others.  And it's possible that we could be planning some short trips with the Sun and Mercury joining together.

On June 16, Father's Day, Venus in Gemini is squaring Neptune in 29 degrees of Pisces.  This aspect has the potential to create some insecurity and we need to be mindful of people trying to con us or deceive us.  Just remember that anything that seems to be good to be true probably is.  And this aspect occurs in the anaretic degree of both planets, so we could find ourselves needing to make decisions regarding long-standing issues in relationships or finances that have been colored by our idealism. The themes of escapism and substance abuse are also present with Venus squaring Neptune.  

On June 17 Venus enters the cardinal water sign of Cancer at 2:20 a.m. and stays there until July 11. When Venus is in Cancer, we are more sentimental, nostalgic and sensitive.  We are also more inclined to be affectionate and might feel like entertaining at home.  It is a time when our nurturing and protective sides come out to play big-time. Family can become more important to us. We are quite literally dedicated to those we love, but we are also prone to experience more ups and downs in love.  

Mercury is right behind Venus when it moves into Cancer at 5:07 a.m. on June 17.  It will quite literally be zipping through Cancer and will leave on July 2.  Be prepared for some deeper communication from the heart on a very deep instinctual level. Our thoughts will be colored by our emotions, for better or worse. We could wind up being snappy and saying spiteful things. Say good-bye to objectivity. Cardinal signs like to be in control and Mercury in Cancer is going to take that to an emotional level.  It does favor reviewing the past, though, so hold onto that thought and use it constructively.

The Sun enters Cancer on June 20 for the official launch of summer.  It is the longest day of summer and sunlight, so get out there and enjoy it. Our focus completely shifts when the Sun is in Cancer.  Our feelings are more important now as we become more emotional, self-protective and sentimental.  It is a quieter, more relaxed pace. This is probably why so many people plan their vacation at this time of year.  The Sun in Cancer might also be a nesting period for us when our home becomes more important and we could initiate some decorating or renovation projects.   

Saturn is slowing down in Pisces, preparing for its retrograde station on June 29.  It won't get past 19 degrees.  I have written another article for PowerFortunes.com on the upcoming Saturn retrograde.  You can read it at: 

https://www.powerfortunes.com/topics-opinions/saturnretrograde-june2024.php

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

Please consider purchasing a tarot reading for $15. This is perfect if you want some insight into yourself right now regarding a specific situation and how you can transform the challenges into opportunities. Check it out on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr pic.twitter.com/EKYmrZCn6l

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) November 20, 2022

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

 

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

 

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. June horoscopes are up now and I now have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Twitter, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:

 

http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_19.html

 

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number

617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

 

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

 

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights.  I still can't wrap my head around calling it X.

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

If you don't follow me on Twitter and want to catch my daily astrological insights, please check out my Linktree profile at: 

https://link.tr.ee/danceofphoenix

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine. The newest vaccine is available and I encourage you to get it to protect yourself. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus twice. Stay safe and healthy, everyone! 

Astrology is a powerful tool that helps you navigate challenging times and alerts you to opportunity periods. Get a reading with me and experience the healing process. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) June 10, 2022

Mars and Uranus Meet Up, Pluto Goes Retrograde and Venus and Neptune Square Off

 

We are in that weird, somewhat uncomfortable space that is the week between eclipses.  On April 20, 2023, we had a potent Solar Eclipse in 29 degrees of Aries, the second New Moon in Aries of this year.  The effects of that eclipse are still being felt: both Tucker Carlson of Fox News and Don Lemon of CNN were released from their respective networks on April 24 and Harry Belafonte died on April 25.  Who says that eclipses don't bring dramatic endings so that new beginnings can happen? The next eclipse occurs on May 5 in 14 degrees of Scorpio, and it promises to be a highly emotional Lunar Eclipse.

On April 29, Mars in Cancer is forming a supportive sextile to Uranus in 18 degrees of Taurus.  I personally love sextile aspects because they present as opportunities.  Mars is the planet associated with action and getting your desires met, but Mars is not all that comfortable in the sign of Cancer.  It is considered to be in fall and tends to be more timid or passive-aggressive in Cancer.  Uranus is not all that comfortable in Taurus, either, but it has been in Taurus since 2018 and has been acting out by quite literally blowing up the earth and shaking up our financial systems.  When Mars in Cancer and Uranus in Taurus are sextile on April 29, there will be opportunities for growth and productivity.  Fun and excitement are possible, as new people and situations could come into our lives.  Uranus will enlighten us and reveal something to us.  However, we need to be mindful of the fact that Uranus in Taurus will change our circumstances in a way that feels like the rug is being pulled out from under us, pushing Mars in Cancer to find the courage to pursue our desires.  The Moon enters Virgo about an hour before the sextile occurs and forms an irritating inconjunct to Pluto in Aquarius.  We all know that inconjuncts demand that some kind of adjustment be made.  The Virgo Moon inconjunct Pluto in Aquarius will require some kind of psychological adjustment and if you are currently experiencing any health issues, I encourage you to get them checked out at this time.  More could be revealed by the time of the Lunar Eclipse on May 5.

I am trying to be hopeful about this upcoming sextile because it does heavily influence my natal chart.  Mars in Cancer will be conjunct my Cancer Midheaven and Uranus in Taurus is opposing my Sun in Scorpio. Both of these aspects have a one-degree orb with my Midheaven and Sun.  I have had transiting Uranus opposing my Sun since June 2022 and it will be exact in mid-May 2023.  I wouldn't call it a fun transit, but it is forcing me to accept the challenges that it is presenting and I am trying to go with the flow, which is often easier said than done.  I am trying to rely on Mars in Cancer trining my Sun in Scorpio to supply the courage to move forward, as we all must these days.  If you have any planets around 18 degrees of the cardinal or fixed signs, I can tell you that you will feel the effects of this aspect and I encourage you to make the most of it.  Just be very grateful that Mars and Uranus are not squaring or opposing each other, because that can generate quite a bit of tension and upheaval.

On May 1, Pluto stations retrograde in 0 degrees of Aquarius.  This means that Pluto will slip back into Capricorn on June 11, 2023.  Pluto will remain retrograde until October 10, when it stations direct in 27 degrees of Capricorn.  Pluto doesn't get back into Aquarius until January 20, 2024 but it only stays in Aquarius until September 1, 2024.  It has one more trip into Capricorn until it re-enters Aquarius on November 19, 2024 to stay until March 8, 2043.

Pluto retrogrades every year, but it will be a little different this year because it is straddling the two signs of Aquarius and Capricorn.  Pluto retrograde represents a time of reckoning so that we can focus on our own personal shadow side: our unpleasant qualities, including our need for control and power.  It is when we should be purging our resentments and letting go is a key theme.  This can definitely involve releasing people from our lives.  I am not flat-out predicting deaths and major break-ups but they could happen, so be prepared...

We have one more aspect prior to the Lunar Eclipse on May 5 that could have a major impact on love and finances.  On May 4,  Venus in Gemini is exactly squaring Neptune in 26 degrees in Pisces.  Our insecurities about our self and our appearance could surface.  It will be very easy to get taken advantage of, be disappointed and we will be prone to a lack of self-esteem and self-discipline.  All I can tell you is not to get seduced by romantic ideas because the rose-colored glasses are out in full force.  There is one perk with this aspect, though--if you are a creative type, you just might be on the receiving end of some major inspiration.

If you are curious about how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you personally, please consider getting an astrological reading. These are very challenging and unique times; an astrological reading could provide some much-needed clarity and guidance.  An astrology reading makes a very thoughtful gift. As an astrologer and a healer, I am delighted to be able to include a Health and Wellbeing Report that provides a focus on health-related matters in the natal chart and offers nutritional advice and stress management tips.  Who couldn’t use that these days?

Recently I did a chart reading for an infant born in March.  The grandmother loved it and it got me thinking that this might be a thoughtful Mother's Day gift.  So if you know someone who has recently given birth and would like some insight into their child, please consider purchasing a reading.  I haven't added it to my regular menu yet, but if you are interested, I charge $50.  Please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com.

Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

Please consider purchasing a tarot reading for $15. This is perfect if you want some insight into yourself right now regarding a specific situation and how you can transform the challenges into opportunities. Check it out on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr pic.twitter.com/EKYmrZCn6l

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) November 20, 2022

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

 

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

 

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of reading you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. May horoscopes are up now and I now have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Twitter, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:

 

http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_19.html

 

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice in order to practice social distancing. I no longer have my Brookline office, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number

617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

 

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

 

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights.

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

 

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, maintaining social distancing, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine.  If you are eligible for a booster shot, get it. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus twice. Stay safe and healthy, everyone! 

Astrology is a powerful tool that helps you navigate challenging times and alerts you to opportunity periods. Get a reading with me and experience the healing process. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) June 10, 2022