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Starcast with Fran Smith
As with Shorecast by Fran Smith, which appears regularly in Shore magazine, the 12 sun-signs are highlighted; here, the focus is on how every planetary move affects each of the 12 sun-signs. Its contents include specific-and fun-information that readers won't find anywhere else.
Starcast: May Part 1
Welcome to “Starcast” – an extraordinary look into what the Cosmos has in store for the 12 sun-signs. There’s one thing that can always be depended upon. It’s the motion of our solar system and its contents, moving forward – and constantly influencing human beings, here on Earth, in truly meaningful ways. Last month, the Sun (personal efforts and endeavors) left the aggressive sun-sign of Aries, the Ram, and entered the strong, possessive, and detail-minded sun-sign of Taurus, the Bull, on Friday, April 19th at 6:04 p.m. (ET). Then, yesterday, on Thursday, May 9th at 8:26 p.m. (ET), the New Moon (when the Sun and the Moon are in perfect alignment within the same sun-sign – signifying new beginnings) occurred – setting up a brilliant force field that unfolds favorably over the next 12 to 14 days. This is very good.
Here’s why: No matter who you are or where you are on Earth, you’re influenced by whatever planetary activity is taking place in our highly-charged and stunning solar system. Now, never to be treated casually (worse; ignored), the New Moon (every New Moon) presents a fresh opportunity to take charge of your Life by resorting to the invisible power within the atmosphere (the air all around you) to bring your goals, objectives, and long-held desires into tangible form. Noteworthy: holding any negative thoughts from the past – in your conscious and present thoughts – block those wonderful new beginnings from coming through to you as new ideas, new opportunities, a new change of circumstances.
Look at a numerical (1 through 12) clock. That’s your birth chart, too, in which each pie-shaped wedge (7 to 6 o’clock, for example) is a house – an area of activity (love, money – in every currency imaginable – work, and so on) in your day-to-day world, one of which Taurus governs. Know that this influence (the New Moon in Taurus) thrives amid vivid developments and the desired results of love, laughter, and abundance. Right now!
Starcast: April Part 2
Welcome to “Starcast”—an absorbing look into what the Cosmos has in store for the 12 sun-signs.
As our solar system moves forward, let’s think about the changes, even the transformation, that’s occurred—for each of us—during the past four months, since January 1, 2013. These changes can be traced to the planet, Pluto (slow-moving transformation), which glided smoothly from one sun-sign—Sagittarius, the Centaur (half human/half horse)—into the next, Capricorn, the Mountain Goat (forever climbing up the narrow and dangerous ledge toward achievement and success), last November 26, 2008. For nearly 14 years!
That’s quite astounding, as Pluto in Capricorn now makes its way steadily forward through 2013—and beyond until November 19, 2024—except for a brief back and forth through Aquarius, the Water Bearer (pouring the waters of Truth on Humankind), from January 20 to September 1, 2024, before finally leaving Capricorn for Aquarius on November 19, 2024 (absolutely, a “Starcast” for another time).
Starcast: April Part 1
Welcome to “Starcast” – an exciting look into what the Cosmos has in store for the 12 sun-signs. Everything has rules, including our solar system. Here’s one of them. Before a New Moon (when the Sun and the Moon are in perfect alignment within the same sun-sign – thereby, bringing about new starts) can occur in any sun-sign, the Sun itself must be in that sign. No exceptions. Case-in-point: the Sun entered Aries, the Ram, last Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at 7:02 a.m. (ET). And two days ago, Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at 5:36 a.m. (ET), the New Moon (new starts) occurred in the same Aries, the Ram. What makes a New Moon so appealing (aside from its favorable influence) is that each New Moon is so different. And this difference impacts dramatically on everyone, since no one is excluded from those marvelous new starts.
Always of Interest: Wherever you find Aries (who must be Number One in all things – sports, sales, fashion, theater, Life itself) in the birth chart (every birth chart), there – in that particular house – the individual must lead, take charge, have the finest ideas, create the best strategy; and, of course, win! Anything else is unacceptable. It’s also from this house (there are 12) that the individual wages war on whatever scale necessary and by whatever means called for (thank you, Mars – Aries’ ruling planet)to secure its goal. All that promises a vivid and energetic April 2013.
Look at a numerical (1 through 12) clock. That’s the zodiac wheel that’s your birth chart, too, in which each pie-shaped wedge (3 to 2 o’clock, for example) is a house – an area of activity (love, money – in every currency imaginable – work, and so on) in your everyday world,
Starcast: March Part 2
Welcome to “Starcast” – an incredible look into what the Cosmos has in store for the 12 sun-signs. Our solar system – in all its elegance – is absolutely the most vibrant and the most dramatic place in the Universe. It simply doesn’t stop moving. Regardless of what you’re looking at or seriously investigating, for that matter, there’s constantly a vivid and game-changing quality about it – and within it. A perfect example of this is what occurred back on Friday, March 11, 2011 at 7:50 p.m. (ET), when the defiant, rebellious, brilliant, thinking-outside-the-box planet, Uranus (the unusual and the unexpected), entered the aggressive and must-be-Number-One sun-sign of Aries, the Ram – and will continue traveling through there for the next five years.
Noteworthy: Whatever your sun-sign (there are 12) is, all fascinating and electrifying planetary activity influences you – and in an incredibly direct way – because the adventuresome Aries, the Ram (for example) rules one of the twelve houses in your birth chart (also known as the zodiac wheel). So, this remarkable five-year journey of Uranus in Aries includes the surfacing of superlative ideas, new and unexpected people and contacts, plus a group of unbelievable opportunities and even more unbelievable developments in your Life. Be aware, be focused, and think in detail on whatever, and whomever, will strengthen and advance everything during this five-year-cycle of “favorably unexpected developments.”
Visualize a numerical (1 through 12) clock. That’s the zodiac wheel that’s your birth chart, too, in which each pie-shaped wedge (9 to 8 o’clock, for example) is a house – an area of activity (love, money – in every currency imaginable – work, and so on) in your existence, one of which Aries, governs. And know that this influence (Uranus in Aries) is actively at work, creating an amazing array of opportunities and developments that you could never have imagined for yourself.
Starcast: March Part 1
Welcome to “Starcast” – an extraordinary look into what the Cosmos has in store for the 12 sun-signs. Here we are, again, in one of those interesting times when the Sun enters the next sun-sign in one month – and the New Moon (when the Sun and the Moon are in perfect alignment within one of the twelve sun-signs) occurs the following month. Case-in-point: Several weeks ago, on Monday, February 18, 2013 at 7:02 a.m. (ET), the Sun (personal endeavors) entered the glamorous and seductive sun-sign of Pisces, the Fish. And in several days, on Monday, March 11, 2013 at 3:51 p.m. (ET), the New Moon (new beginnings) will occur in the same Pisces, the Fish – setting up a powerful force field that unfolds favorably over a following 12-to-14-day period during which it’s the ideal time to initiate new plans and new projects.
Noteworthy: This is the enchanting sun-sign of Pisces, the Fish (one swimming upward toward the light; the other, downward toward the deepest and the most obscure part of a sandy Ocean floor), ruled by the mysterious planet, Neptune (insight and illusion). Certainly, Neptune is among the most subtle and unpredictable of planets – as it represents beautiful dreams and dreadful nightmares – possibly, at the same time. Whatever your sun-sign, know that this New Moon affects you directly – because Pisces governs one of the twelve houses in your birth chart (also known as the zodiac wheel).
Visualize at a numerical (1 through 12) clock. That’s the zodiac wheel – that’s your birth chart, too, in which each pie-shaped wedge (5 to 4 o’clock, for example) is a house – an area of activity (love, money – in every currency imaginable – work, and so on) in your everyday Life – one of which Pisces, governs. And know that this influence (the New Moon in Pisces) continues 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and never stops – even when you’re asleep or not consciously thinking about it.
Starcast: February Part 2
Welcome to “Starcast” – an incredible look into what the Cosmos has in store for the 12 sun-signs. Once again, let’s investigate our magnificent solar system and focus on that scintillating planet, Venus (love, laughter, affection, and creativity, in all its forms) – and discover exactly which sun-sign it’s traveling through. And what that particular sojourn means for each of the 12 sun-signs. Keep in mind: No matter who you are or where (in this world) you are, you’re affected by whatever planetary activity is taking place. No one, absolutely no one, is excluded.
Scroll ahead several days to Monday, February 25, 2013 at 9:03 p.m. (ET), when the planet, Venus, enters the glamorous and low-key sun-sign of Pisces, the Fish (one swimming upward toward the light; the other, downward toward the deepest part of a sandy Ocean floor), for the rest of February – and into March, when on Thursday, March 21, 2013 at 10:16 p.m. (ET), it enters the dramatic sun-sign of Aries, the Ram (definitely, a “Starcast” for another time). Noteworthy: Venus is warm, loving, eager to embrace and be embraced. But like every sun-sign it enters, the planet (in this instance, the emotional and wildly creative Venus) takes on the qualities of that sun-sign. And soon, Venus will be moving steadily ahead in Pisces, the Fish – one of the three seductive Water signs (Cancer and Scorpio are the other two).
Look at a numerical (1 through 12) clock. That’s the zodiac wheel – that’s your birth chart, too, in which each pie-shaped wedge (7 to 6 o’clock, for example) is a house – an area of activity (love, money – in every currency imaginable – work, and so on) in your daily existence – one of which Pisces, governs. And know that this influence (Venus in Pisces) creates edgy, but lovingly intense situations, conditions, and encounters.
Starcast: February Part 1
Welcome to “Starcast” – an exhilarating look into what the Cosmos has in store for the 12 sun-signs. While the concept of late-breaking news is a staple on Earth, the same concept can easily be applied to our solar system. There, all things (the Moon and the planets) are constantly in motion. And new developments are always underway. Take, for example, the fact that the Sun (personal endeavors) entered the sun-sign of the situation-changing, excitement-creating, circumstances-that-arrive-out-of-nowhere sun-sign of Aquarius, the Water Bearer, several weeks ago, on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at 4:52 p.m. (ET). And in just two days, Sunday, February 10, 2013 – the New Moon (new starts) occurs in the same Aquarius at 2:20 a.m. (ET) – setting up a vital force field that unfolds favorably over the 12 to 14 days that follow.
Of Interest: Whatever your sun-sign (there are 12), as well as wherever you are in the world (at any moment), this New Moon (new starts) affects you directly – because Aquarius, ruled by the planet, Uranus (the unusual and the unexpected), governs one of the twelve houses in your birth chart (also known as the zodiac wheel). Relax. The New Moon, which is a monthly event, is both wonderful and divine, for it offers – every human being – the opportunity to start anew in a particular area of Life. Noteworthy: the New Moon is to be worked with – never to be forced, never to be treated casually; certainly, never to be ignored.
Look at a numerical (1 through 12) clock. That’s the zodiac wheel – that’s your birth chart, too, in which each pie-shaped wedge (3 to 2 o’clock, for example) is a house – an area of activity (love, money – in every currency imaginable – work, and so on) in your Life – one of which Aquarius, governs. And know that this influence (the New Moon in Aquarius) brings sheer Advancement – no matter whom you are or where you are.
Starcast: January Part 2
Welcome to “Starcast” – a scintillating look into what the Cosmos has in store for the 12 sun-signs. What, exactly, is going on in our solar system as we near the end of the first month of the New Year – 2013? Well, here on Earth, the U.S.A. has just finished staging the second Inauguration of President Obama, complete with a huge swearing-in ceremony, a celebratory luncheon, and a lavish Inaugural Ball. While all of this was going on, our solar system has continued to gracefully advance, magnificent and unrelenting in its own dynamics. And within those dynamics, the planet, Jupiter (luxury, ease, abundant good fortune; namely Lady Luck), entered the dazzling sun-sign of Gemini, the Twins, last June 11, 2012. And its extraordinary jaunt will last until June 25, 2013, when it enters the beguiling sun-sign of Cancer, the Crab (definitely, a “Starcast” for another time).
Noteworthy: This is an extremely compelling planetary placement, since whichever one of the 12 sun-signs you are, this life-altering planetary transit affects you directly, for the vibrant and mercurial-thinking Gemini governs one of the twelve houses within your own birth chart (also known as the zodiac wheel). And this capricious romp of the planet, Jupiter (always, Lady Luck), through Gemini, the Twins, promises to deliver the surfacing, in your Life, of incredible good fortune and marvelous developments that only you will know what to do with.
Look at a numerical (1 through 12) clock. That’s the zodiac wheel – that’s your birth chart, too, in which each pie-shaped wedge (7 to 6 o’clock, for example) is a house – an area of activity (love, money – in every currency imaginable – work, and so on) in your private world – one of which Gemini, the Twins, rules. And know that this influence (Jupiter in Gemini) is now at work bringing you new possibilities and opportunities.
Starcast: January Part 1
Welcome to “Starcast” – a remarkable look into what the Cosmos has in store for the 12 sun-signs. This is huge, because today, Friday, January 11, 2013, a fabulous New Moon (when the Sun and the Moon are in perfect alignment within the same sun-sign, signifying new beginnings) occurs in the sun-sign of Capricorn, the Mountain Goat (forever climbing up the steep and rocky ledge toward success) at 2:44 p.m. (ET). And since every New Moon, as well as every planetary change, takes on the characteristics of the sun-sign it inhabits, today’s New Moon has all the characteristics – uncanny insight, burning ambition, a no-nonsense work ethic, and a focused passion on whatever/whomever it desires – of Capricorn. No less than total accomplishment is expected!
Noteworthy: No matter who you are or where you are (on Earth), you’re influenced by whatever activity occurs in our highly-active, constantly-moving-forward solar system. Never to be treated lightly, every New Moon offers a clear and fresh opportunity to take charge of your own Life by working with the invisible power present in the atmosphere (the air all around you) to manifest your newest goals and long-held desires. Know that lingering in the past blocks any new beginning – whether it’s mental, emotional, physical, financial, or spiritual – from coming through to you (whichever one of the 12 sun-signs you are) as new ideas, new people, new opportunities, and/or a new change of circumstances.
Look at a numerical (1 through 12) clock or wristwatch. That’s the zodiac wheel – that’s your birth chart, too, in which each pie-shaped wedge (8 to 7 o’clock, for example) is a house – an area of activity (love, money – in every currency imaginable – work, and so on) in your day-to-day existence – one of which Capricorn, the Mountain Goat, most certainly rules. Take note and luxuriate in the new developments close at hand.
Starcast: December Part 2
Welcome to “Starcast” – an interesting look into what the Cosmos has in store for the 12 sun-signs. Let’s explore the planet, Venus (love, affection, creativity, and abundance), which rules two scintillating sun-signs: the earthy Taurus, the Bull, and the sometimes illusive Libra, the Balancing Scales – and find out exactly which one of the 12 sun-signs this sought-after planet is traveling through right now. And what that particular sojourn means for each of the 12 sun-signs. Keep in mind: No matter who you are or where you are, you’re influenced by whatever planetary activity is occurring. No one, absolutely no one, is excluded.
Scroll back to Saturday, December 15, 2012 at 10:39 p.m. – when the planet, Venus, entered the dazzling sun-sign of Sagittarius, the Centaur, and will continue its journey through there until Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 10:11 p.m., when Venus enters the no game-playing sun-sign of Capricorn, the Mountain Goat (surely, a “Starcast” for another time). To be remembered: Venus is warm, loving, and eager to embrace – and to be embraced. But like every sun-sign (there are 12) it enters, a planet (in this instance, it’s the emotional and wildly creative Venus) takes on the qualities of that sun-sign. Therefore, Venus in Sagittarius, one of three Fire signs (Aries and Leo, the other two), abhors confinement, sameness, and a fixed schedule – of any kind. Here, edgy drama and lovingly intense situations, in which brilliance and abundance are key elements, dominate. Whatever your sun-sign, know that Venus in Sagittarius affects you directly, for Sagittarius governs one of the twelve houses within your own birth chart (also known as the zodiac wheel).
Look at a numerical (1 through 12) clock. That’s the zodiac wheel; that’s your birth chart, as well, in which each pie-shaped wedge (3 to 2 o’clock, for example) is a house – an area of activity (love, money – in every currency imaginable – work, and so on) in your everyday life – one of which Sagittarius, the Centaur, most certainly rules. Love you, Venus!
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