Mercury Goes Direct and Venus and Jupiter Square Off for the Third Time

 

Save the day of September 15, 2023--Mercury is FINALLY going direct in 8 degrees of Virgo.  It has been retrograde since August 23rd, when it stationed retrograde in 21 degrees of Virgo.  I don't know about you, but this has been one tough Mercury retrograde for me personally.  I have experienced the usual number of electronic malfunctions, delays in transportation and missed messages.  It didn't help that Venus was also retrograde during part of the Mercury retrograde; it only went direct on September 3. I violated a cardinal rule of Mercury retrograde by purchasing some shoes online and while they haven't arrived yet, the credit card bill has.  Go figure...  Anyway, the good news is that Mercury will station direct at 4:21 p.m. on September 15.  We all know that a planet's power is intensified when it is stationing direct or retrograde, so expect a few mishaps to occur for a while but there is light at the end of the tunnel.  Mercury clears its retrograde shadow on September 30 when it hits 21 degrees of Virgo, but I expect that for the most part we will feel relief by early next week.

We have another delightful aspect happening on September 15.  The Sun in Virgo is trining Uranus 22 degrees of Taurus.  This aspect will make us feel more adventurous and open-minded as we are more able to leave our comfort zone.  It can bring drama, intensity and big changes. The changes will be unexpected (the calling card of Uranus) but they should be positive.  It's also possible that we might be meeting new friends now.

On September 17, we have the third square between Venus in Leo and Jupiter in Taurus in 15 degrees of their respective signs. Venus and Jupiter are known as the Great Benefics and the theme associated with them is too much of a good thing.  When they get together, it is great for having fun, but it is not the most productive energy.  Diets fall by the wayside and credit cards tend to get maxed out as we are prone to throwing caution to the wind.  We desire expansion and growth, which can lead to overload.  Venus can be very seductive in terms of luring us away from chores and responsibilities to indulge ourselves.  Venus in Leo is a party girl and Jupiter is in the sign of Taurus, which is ruled by Venus.  This increases the likelihood of overeating, drinking or spending too much money.

The first Venus-Jupiter square occurred on June 11 in 5 degrees of Leo and Taurus.  Both planets were direct back then.  The second square happened more recently on August 22 in 15 degrees of Leo and Taurus.  Back then Venus was retrograde.  On September 17, Venus is now direct, but Jupiter went retrograde on September 4 in 15 degrees of Taurus.  So we could still be dealing with the same temptations we faced in August.  Never forget that squares represent challenges. I would encourage you to look at what houses Venus in Leo and Jupiter in Taurus fall in your chart.  Venus is currently in my 10th house and Jupiter is in my 7th house.  These represent the areas of life where you will feel its impact the most.  And think back to June and August to reflect on what was going on in your life then.  I personally believe that we experience aspects three times due to retrogrades so that we can get it right on the third time.

On September 21, we have another powerful aspect occurring.  The Sun in Virgo is trining Pluto in 27 degrees of Capricorn.  This one is brimming with intensity and profound experiences.  It can be a time of facing our shadow side, which is challenging (even with a trine) but the trine ensures that positive transformation and personal growth can be the outcome. 

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological reading 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 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. September 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.

 

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I also wanted to note that in an ironic twist of fate, the latest variant of COVID is EG.5, with a nickname of Eris.  Sound familiar--the Goddess of Discord?  Apparently, COVID cases and hospitalizations are on the rise...

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.  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

Venus and Mars are on the Move

 

Love is about to become a whole lot more passionate, intense and extreme on September 10 when Venus enters the fixed water sign of Scorpio until October 7.  Venus was a very happy camper in the sign of Libra, which it rules and that was quite evident on the New Moon in Virgo on the 6^th.  On that day I tweeted:Love is about to become a whole lot more passionate, intense extreme on September 10 when Venus enters the fixed water sign of Scorpio until October 7. Venus was a very happy camper in the sign of Libra, which it rules and that was quite evident on the New Moon in Virgo on the 6th. On that day I tweeted: Love is about to become a whole lot more passionate, intense extreme on September 10 when Venus enters the fixed water sign of Scorpio until October 7. Venus was a very happy camper in the sign of Libra, which it rules and that was quite evident on the New Moon in Virgo on the 6th. On that day I tweeted:

Venus in Libra trining Jupiter in Aquarius today adds to the festive feel good mood of the New Moon. Mars in Virgo is also trining Pluto in Capricorn which gives us the energy to implement transformation in our lives. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) September 6, 2021

Venus in Scorpio is a very different animal than Venus in Libra and love (and finances) will take on a whole new vibe.  Venus in Scorpio is considered to be in detriment because Venus rules Libra and Taurus, so it can be more difficult to express those loving feelings in a gentle way. And Venus in Scorpio doesn’t do superficial; it craves a body and soul connection because its bottom line is all or nothing. Venus in Scorpio sees everything in black and white and doesn’t do gray.  Loyalty is a quality associated with Venus in Scorpio, but if you make the mistake of betraying a loved one, revenge will ensue.  And this is not going to be a pretty sight when its stinger is unleashed. The shadow side of Venus in Scorpio entails jealousy, obsession, payback by striking where it hurts and emotional manipulation.  But you have to admit that when Venus is in Scorpio, there is intensity and passion galore with all of that smoldering energy.

Since Venus also rules finances in addition to love.  When Venus is in Scorpio, it can be quite lucrative for financial affairs as it tends to attract money from others.  Scorpio is the sign associated with other people’s money.  Freelancers and the self-employed should fare very well during the transit of Venus in Scorpio.

Mars, the planet of desire, is moving from Virgo into Libra on September 14 and stays in Libra until October 30. Mars was very strong and productive in the sign of Virgo. Mars is considered to be in detriment in Libra because Mars rules its opposite sign Aries.  Mars is associated with action and Mars in Libra is inherently passive.  When Mars is in Libra we are just not that comfortable expressing anger and are conflict averse.   We tend to use charm to win arguments with style.  We are motivated by relationships and are less inclined to rock the boat.  The shadow side of Mars in Libra is procrastination, indecision and passive aggressive behavior.  But Mars in Libra is motivated to fight for what is fair and right, so this is literally the ace up our sleeve in terms of utilizing the energy of the Mars in Libra transit.

On September 16, we have an opportunity for more intense and deep experiences when the Sun in Virgo and Pluto in Capricorn are forming an exact trine in 24 degrees of their respective signs.  A trine between these two planets is much easier to deal with than a square or opposition.  The trine allows us to clear the clutter in our lives for positive transformation to occur.  We will be feeling more empowered in our ability to make changes because we are not afraid to delve into the darkness that Pluto represents.  And let’s face it, 2021 is a transitional year that is all about change.  It’s nice when we get a cosmic break to help us on our path.

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. I have recently added a new offering to my astrological services menu.  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?

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.

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.

Dance of the Phoenix is now on Patreon.  If you have been inspired or informed by my work which is a labor of love, I would greatly appreciate it if you would consider contributing any amount that you can afford to support my endeavors.  No amount is too small.  Thank you all for reading my insights, musings and content. You can find me at:

http://patreon/com/danceofphoenix.

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.

Recently, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. September 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 also have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscopes4u under Dance of the Phoenix.

https://horoscopes4u.com/monthly_horoscopes.html

I recently 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 is causing me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people are 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. At some point, probably in 2022, I will find a new space to practice. In the meantime, 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. This new Delta strain of the virus is very serious and we need to remain vigilant with our masks, even if we are fully vaccinated.  I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus. Stay safe and healthy, everyone!  

 

Mars and Saturn Frustrate Us, Pluto Empowers Us and the Sun Moves into Gemini

 

We are entering the week between major lunar activity and about to launch Eclipse Season. We had a powerful New Moon in Taurus on May 11, when I tweeted:

The New Moon in Taurus today features a supportive sextile to Neptune in Pisces which helps us turn our dreams into a reality. Set those intentions and get grounded. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) May 11, 2021

The first eclipse of 2021 will be a Lunar Eclipse in Sagittarius on May 26.  But we have a great deal going on before then.  On May 15, Mars in Cancer will be forming an irritating exact inconjunct with Saturn in 13 degrees of Aquarius.  Spoiler alert—this is not going to be an easy day.  We are probably going to be feeling frustrated if things are not going our way and this could be accompanied by a fear of failure as well.  It’s important to remember that our fears can stop us from doing the responsible thing. This aspect also tends to manifest in experiencing limitations from family obligations or authority figures.  Don’t be surprised if you feel victimized on some level.  The bottom line with inconjuncts is that they require an adjustment be made.  The adjustment could pertain to issues of life/work balance. Mars want to move forward with its foot on the accelerator but Saturn is saying slow down and be careful.  I know that I will be feeling this aspect acutely because Saturn is conjuncting my Mars in Aquarius in my 4^th house right now.  And we also have Mercury in 16 degrees of Gemini entering its retrograde shadow on the same day.  Mercury officially stations retrograde on May 29 in 24 degrees of Gemini, but trust me, we will start to feel the effects of Mercury retrograde when it enters the shadow period.

On May 17, we have a really empowering aspect.  The Sun in Taurus is trining Pluto in 26 degrees of Capricorn.  I’m sure that many of you are crowing, it’s about time that Pluto does something nice for a change.  Last year’s Saturn-Pluto conjunction and the three Jupiter-Pluto conjunctions ramped up the intensity level in terms of limiting our freedom and amplifying the effects of the pandemic. Intense and deep experiences will be present on this day which will be beneficial for positive transformation.  We might actually feel like we have more power and influence in our lives again.  At the very least, we can use this aspect to get rid of the clutter in our lives.  And that could mean psychological and emotional stuff in addition to physical belongings.

On May 20, the Sun departs the fixed earth sign of Taurus for the mutable air sign of Gemini. It’s going to be a very different vibe.  We will be feeling more social and want to meet new people.  Communication is very important now because Mercury rules Gemini. Our focus will shift to acquiring knowledge as we are more intellectually curious and diversity is more appealing to us.  We literally want to have a finger in every pot.  The shadow side of the Sun in Gemini is that we tend to be more fickle due to the plethora of choices and options available to us and we could feel more scattered.  This might lead to a perception of us being more unreliable.  Taurus was known for its steadfast quality, so yes, it is a big change. But we can feel more ready to go with the flow and flex those adaptability muscles.

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.  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 new 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.

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.

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.

Dance of the Phoenix is now on Patreon.  If you have been inspired or informed by my work which is a labor of love, I would greatly appreciate it if you would consider contributing any amount that you can afford to support my endeavors.  No amount is too small.  Thank you all for reading my insights, musings and content. You can find me at:

http://patreon/com/danceofphoenix.

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.

Recently, 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 also have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscopes4u under Dance of the Phoenix.

https://horoscopes4u.com/monthly_horoscopes.html

I recently 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 is causing me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people are 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. When it becomes clearer that the virus no longer poses a threat, I will find a new space to practice. In the meantime, 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 for payment.  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 going outside your home and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine when you are eligible. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus. Stay safe and healthy, everyone! 

 

Taurus Sun Departs on a High Note and Here Comes the Sun in Gemini

There was a big shift in communications and actions this week when Mercury entered the sign of Gemini on May 12^th and Mars entered Pisces on May 13^th.  I observed these planetary actions by tweeting:

Communications get a boost today when Mercury enters the mutable air sign of Gemini where it is extremely comfortable. We will feel more curious and sociable. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) May 11, 2020

Mars enters Pisces today as our aggressive energy is somewhat dampened. Mars in Pisces is best utilized for creative or spiritual endeavors as it dislikes confrontation. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) May 13, 2020

Mercury is very comfortable in Gemini because it is one of the two signs it rules; Virgo is the other sign that Mercury rules. Mars is not so comfortable in Pisces, however, so we can expect a certain amount of passive aggressiveness because Mars in Pisces is averse to confrontation. And with Mercury entering Gemini and joining Venus in Gemini, which stationed retrograde on May 13^th, it is setting the stage for the sun to join the Gemini party on May 20, 2020.

But before the sun departs the fixed earth sign of Taurus, it makes two very stellar aspects in the form of trines to Pluto and Jupiter in Capricorn.  The trine to Pluto occurs on May 15, 2020 in 24 degrees of Taurus and Capricorn. It holds the promise for deep and intense experiences. Does any aspect to Pluto, even a flowing trine, roll any other way? The trine does offer the potential for powerful and positive transformations while affording us the opportunity to draw on resources we may have forgotten that we possess.  It also gives us the perseverance and courage to take control of our lives.  It is definitely an aspect that we should utilize to the max in these uncertain times.  We may not have control of the way our life is in the age of Coronavirus, but we do have control over the attitude we take towards it in terms of implementing major changes in our lives.  No one will remain unscathed from this pandemic, so we might as well accept this reality and figure out the most productive way of transforming our lives.

On May 17, 2020 the sun in 27 degrees of Taurus trines Jupiter in 27 of Capricorn.  This trine has a much lighter vibe and is accompanied by high spirits, enthusiasm, optimism and self-confidence.  Financial gains are also possible with this aspect.  Spiritual development is also a potential manifestation of this aspect.  This aspect will transit a real feel good vibe, so enjoy it.  Just don’t get too caught up in the Jupiterian shadow side of indulging too much or believing something that it is too good to be true.

On May 20, 2020, the sun enters the mutable air sign of Gemini.  This will be a radical change from the sun in Taurus.  We are also ensconced in a mutable feast of planets, with the sun accompanying Venus and Mercury in Gemini as well as Mars and Neptune in Pisces, which is another mutable sign. And we have a new moon in Gemini coming up on May 22, 2020.  More on that next week.  The bottom line with all of this mutable energy is that it is very chameleon like, versatile, adaptable, but it can lack the focus of a fixed sign like Taurus. 

When the sun is transiting the sign of Gemini, we are motivated by knowledge and diversity as we seek a finger in every pot, so to speak.  We are definitely going to feel more sociable and intellectual.  Gemini is a non-conformist sign which craves information and the opportunity to explore choices.  This should be an interesting transit of the sun in Gemini while many of us are still in isolation and social distancing has become the new norm.  I wouldn’t be surprised if new ways of interacting through the Internet surfaced during this transit of the sun in Gemini.  Zoom has already become a major part of life for many people since the pandemic struck in March.  Has it only been two months?  For many of us, the days pre-March 11, 2020 seems like a lifetime ago.

If you are curious as to how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you, please consider getting an astrological reading. These are very challenging and unique times; an astrological reading could provide some much needed clarity and guidance.  Check out my menu of services at:

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

I have also added a new reading to my menu of services, a Clues to Compatibility reading, which is designed primarily for non-romantic relationships and utilizes synastry to determine your connections with friends, family members and business associates. Additionally, I have also decided to offer private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as 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 new 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.

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.

I am also 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.

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 is causing me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people are concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions in order to practice social distancing.  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 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 $30.  For your convenience, I accept PayPal and Venmo as forms of payment.  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

I was also featured in the July 3, 2017 edition of Boston Voyager, an online publication that runs a section called Inspiring Stories about local entrepreneurs on its home page.  The Scorpio moon was trining the Cancer sun and Neptune in Pisces on that day, so my story certainly debuted under fitting aspects.  Please feel free to check it out:

http://bostonvoyager.com/interview/meet-linda-simons-reiki-linda-simons-coolidge-corner-brookline/

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 going outside your home and staying home if you are sick.  I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! Stay safe and healthy, everyone!