"Stars impel; they do not compel."

Art: Alireza Karimi Moghaddam

First Quarter Moon in Taurus: Seek alternatives to release tension rather than a barrage of missiles that will come home to roost.

Moon in Taurus

Things begun when the Moon is in Taurus last the longest, increase in value, and become difficult to altar. There's an added bonus of gratitude for beauty and appreciation for sensory experience. 

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ASPECTS (Times/degree below)

VC Moon conjunct Chiron in Aries early morning. Remember during a lunar VC period things may not appear as they truly are. Rather than feed the flames of emotional doubt and insecurity, now's a great time to look back and see just how far you've come—even if it's only an inch.

Late afternoon through tonight the Moon in Taurus square Mars, Pluto, and the Sun in Aquarius. Keep in mind that while squares are the most challenging of aspects, their silver lining contains the greatest potential for growth. 

Evaluate disputes. Ask yourself if it's worth the energy. Is there an alternative to release tension rather than a barrage of words or impulsive actions that will come home to roost in the future?  Make certain you're not avoiding an issue you need to face—just face it with as much grace as possible, not with a torpedo launcher.

The Plutonian square enables us to delve deeply within ourselves for answers. Avoid power-struggles, domineering behavior or Vicky the victim mentality or manipulation—it's certain to backfire. 

These transits produce challenges to current foundations: careers, domestic life, relationships, particularly with the Solar square. Don't make mountains our of molehills, especially if you feel taken for granted. Utilize this energy toward creative endeavors rather than combative declarations. 

🔮Nerd Report: 

 •  First Quarter Moon in Taurus

🌒Lunar 

• Waxing Crescent, Aries->Taurus

• EXTENDED Void-of-course: 4:36 PM (Sat) - 1:05 PM (Sun)

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Jupiter, Uranus

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST:

• 12:41 AM: VC Moon conjunct Chiron in Aries, 22°50

• 4:27 PM: Moon in Taurus square Mars in Aquarius, 01°57'

• 7:07 PM: Moon in Taurus square Pluto in Aquarius, 03°30'

• 11:47 PM: Moon in Taurus square Sun in Aquarius, 06°13'

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Neptune re-enters Aries—Fire through the Fog

Neptune re-enters Aries for the final time today @ 12:37 PM, EST, 12th House, the natural home of Pisces ruled by Neptune. 

Neptune initially entered Aries March 30th, 2025, for the first time in 165 years and will now remain there until 2039. I was thinking as I composed this that I will be 80 years old in 2039; therefore, this could be my final experience of a Neptunian transit, or any outer planetary transit, for that matter. If it is, at least I'll go out with a bang!

Full Article linked below.

🔮Nerd Report: 

• Neptune re-enters Aries

🌓->🌔Lunar 

• First Quarter -> Waxing Gibbous, Taurus

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Jupiter, Uranus

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST: No major aspects

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Art Hughette Clark

Accomplishment or discord are the menu choices for this evening. And in some circumstances, maybe both. 

Late morning to early afternoon the Moon in Taurus conjunct Uranus Rx in Taurus sextile Saturn in Pisces. Difficulty in focusing on routine tasks accompanied by a desire to act impulsively to break the norm. 

Awareness of the planetary influence can stave off consequences of knee-jerk reactions until the sextile with Saturn, which can lead us into solitude, where we can rebalance our emotions and look at situations more objectively. 

Resuming scheduled tasks yields excellent results. 

Early evening Mars conjunct Pluto in Aquarius.  This is a very ambitious conjunction, so take care that you don't railroad someone else just to be in charge. In contrast, don't fall victim to another's power struggle to dominate you. If we can direct our focus on work, particularly that which entails and/or leads to major changes, the influence can be positive because we have the staying power to complete the task. 

Accomplishment or discord is the menu choice this evening. 

🔮Nerd Report: 

🌔Lunar 

• Waxing Gibbous, Taurus->Gemini

• Void-of-Course: 12:58 PM - 3:55 PM

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Jupiter, Uranus

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST:

• 11:43 AM: Moon conjunct Uranus Rx in Taurus, 27°29', 1st

• 12:58 PM: Moon in Taurus sextile Saturn in Pisces, 28°13'

• 6:02 PM: Mars conjunct Pluto in Aquarius, 03°34', 7th

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Art Louis Janmont, Poem of the Soul

No Major Aspects: Art & Poetry

Good Night!

"Next, by night a Thought I sent

Up into the firmament;

When the eager stars were out,

And the still moon shone about.

And my Thought went past the moon

In between the stars, but soon

Held her breath and durst not stir,

For the fear that covered her;

Then she thought, in this demur:

'Dare I look beneath the shade,

Into where the worlds are made;

Where the suns and stars are wrought?

Shall I meet another Thought?

'Will that other Thought have wings?

Shall I meet strange, heavenly things?

Thought of Thoughts, and Light of Lights,

Breath of Breaths, and Night of Nights?'"

- William Brighty Rands, The Thought (excerpt)

🔮Nerd Report: 

🌔Lunar 

• Waxing Gibbous, Gemini

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Jupiter, Uranus

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST: No Major Aspects

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Art: Trudi Doyle

Early morning Mercury conjunct Venus in Aquarius.  This mental aspect provides clarity of purpose and desired expression, particularly involving a romantic relationship. Singles can look forward to a period of time where everything seems clear in their lives. 

Our aesthetic sense of appreciation for beauty, whether in the arts of nature, are greatly enhanced; therefore, beginning the day with a nature walk or art & poetry can be stimulating and inspiring. 

🔮Nerd Report: 

🌔Lunar 

• Waxing Gibbous, Gemini

• Void-of-Course: 12:57 - 5:32 PM

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Jupiter, Uranus

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST: 

• 5:17 AM: Mercury conjunct Venus in Aquarius, 14°57', 2nd House

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Art: Catherine McMillan

Choose quiet solitude to keep the peace if pushed this morning. 

Late afternoon Mercury in Aquarius inconjunct Jupiter Rx in Cancer.  This can prove difficult because the zodiac signs do not mesh. Both planets are not only in different elements, but modalities. Understanding one another may prove trying and require an adjustment, whether in perception or environment; however, Mercury moves quickly so there's that, and personal awareness. Avoid impulsivity, oversensitivity, and insecurity. 

Choose quiet solitude to keep the peace if you must. 

🔮Nerd Report: 

🌔Lunar 

• Waxing Gibbous, Cancer

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Jupiter, Uranus

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST: 

• 3:58 PM: Mercury in Aquarius inconjunct Jupiter Rx in Cancer, 17°29'

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Art: Ivan Večenaj

Love will always find a way.

Venus in Aquarius inconjunct Jupiter Rx in Cancer early morning. This transit can increase our appreciation of beauty and desire to be of service today. Social and environmental issues weigh on us to work toward a positive impact for our community and world at large. 

We may need to adjust how we participate in regard to schedule or budget, but there is a way to make a difference, even if just to ourselves, waiting for us.

🔮Nerd Report: 

🌔Lunar 

• Waxing Gibbous, Cancer -> Leo

• Void-of-Course: 4:52 PM - 7:09 PM

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Jupiter, Uranus

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST: 

• 4:39 AM: Venus in Aquarius inconjunct Jupiter Rx in Cancer, 17°25'

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Art: Henri Rousseau 

Full Snow Moon in Leo @ 5:03 PM.

With this "spotlight" lunation comes vivaciousness, stability, consistency, and passion. Pay more attention to reality and face life with a more pragmatic and stable attitude. Leo is a fire sign ruled by the Sun, who reminds us to emphasize and focus awareness on ourselves.

Full article linked below.

🔮Nerd Report: 

• Full Snow Moon in Leo

🌔Lunar 

• Full Snow Moon, Leo

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Jupiter, Uranus

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST:

*Note: There are no aspects for this lunation until tomorrow morning, reflected below. 

• 4:56 AM (Feb 02): Moon in Leo opposite Venus in Aquarius, 19°57'

• 8:55 AM (Feb 02): Moon in Leo opposite Mercury in Aquarius, 22°16'

• 10:15 AM (Feb 02): Moon in Leo trine Chiron in Aries, 23°02'

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