A Slice of Heaven - Fall 2009

Greetings to you from the hot and toasty canyon of Topanga. Here’s another look at the astrological line-up, enjoy!

At the fall equinox the year starts to coil in on itself. The days get ever shorter and the nights stretch out to maximum length. With the diminishing of light comes are certain seriousness. The kids enter school again, grown-ups focus on the plans ahead, there is a collective move toward completion.
The impending darkness is traditionally counterbalanced by much celebration: Halloween, Day of the Dead and Thanksgiving all open the door for Advent and the traditional ‘return of the light’ celebrations of the winter solstice.

Currently there is an ongoing Uranus Saturn opposition: the celestial taskmaster is having it out with the revolutionary, maverick, or bratty teenager. It’s about creating new forms of working and being. Anything that feels tight or constricted, will want to bust loose or find a way to expand. Anything that’s too utopian, ungrounded will come in for a reality check. Focus on finding your equilibrium, get ready to expand or contract as needed. Flexibility rules.
This topic will become amplified big time by the beginning of 2010 as this opposition moves into the cardinal signs of Aries & Libra, with both planets in square aspect to Pluto in Capricorn.

Libra, Sep 22 - Oct 21

Libra folks, being by nature inclined to fair play, esthetics and balance are experiencing a wild ride these days. Especially those that are born in the very first and last few days of the sign should fasten their seatbelts and take a deep breath.

Sep 23, Sun squares Pluto
This aspect comes with assertiveness, being ready and willing to face a challenge. Go ahead, make things happen.

Sep 29, Mercury SD
As Mercury dislodges from it’s backwards motion it’s high time for progress. No more hesitating, procrastinating or indecisiveness. Get busy, get going and do your thing.

Oct 4, Full Moon 11* Aries
This is a passionate Moon, likely to bring up intense feelings, steamy romantic encounters and shortened fuses all the way around.

Oct 7, Mercury conjunct Saturn
A fine day to revisit your agreements, focus on what needs to be done, and make plans for the future. You may also feel uncommonly tongue tied and have difficulty getting you message across. Practice patience and perseverance.

Oct 10, Sun trine Jupiter, Mercury square Pluto
Even though it’s the weekend, today is excellent for power talks and negotiations. Also facilitates study, letters and expanding ones social horizons.

Oct 12, Jupiter SD
Think big! Generosity and kindness are indicated. It’s okay to focus on the big picture, never mind the gritty details. Good for progress of any kind.

Oct 17, New Moon 25* Libra
The Moon trines the Jupiter, Chiron and Neptune in Aquarius: makes for great imagination, spurts of creativity, as it facilitates working with pictures and images, also visionary experiences. Enjoy! The air signs (Aquarius, Gemini, Libra) may need a bit of grounding today.

Scorpio, Oct 22 - Nov 20

Resilient, sexy and tenacious the Scorpios can be the tough cookies of the Zodiac. This resiliency may be well applied in the professional area these days, as their planet Pluto is making it’s way through Capricorn.

Oct 29, Sun square Mars, Saturn enters Libra
This can feel tense and edgy. The past is all gone and the future hasn’t quite manifested yet. Good for venturing into new territory.

Nov 2, Full Moon 10* Taurus, Venus trine Neptune
This’ll light up the annual Halloween / Day of the Dead celebrations, also good for romantic get-togethers. Passion rules!

Nov 4, Neptune SD
Intuition is at an all time high, and ’life is stranger than fiction’ these days. Your dreams may be more lucid or vivid than usual. Keep a notepad handy.

Nov 5, Sun conjunct Mercury
This opens deep insights into the working of things. Creates connectivity, which is good for outreach, studies and networking. .

Nov 10, Sun squares Jupiter
This goal oriented aspect is all about gathering energy. Make an effort to get ahead. .

Nov 15, Saturn square Pluto
The first of 3 squares in the next 3 months. Check the news for political shifts, the beginning of new power structures.

Nov 16, New Moon 25* Scorpio
An excellent time for going deep, either by introspection, counseling or the healing arts.

Nov 19, Venus square Mars
Likely to bring up latent relationship issues. Good for conflict resolution, dealing with the status quo.

Sagittarius, Nov 21 - Dec 20
The first week of Sag, Nov 23 - 30, comes with lots of minor Venus and Mercury aspects. It’s easy to connect with others, to share ideas and pleasant social activities.

Dec 1, Full Moon 10* Gemini, Uranus SD, Venus enters Sag
Variety is the spice of life, as Uranus triggers unusual ideas and solutions, and Venus in Sag loves adventure. Look out for sudden weather changes.

Dec 7, Mercury conjunct Pluto
Time to get to the bottom of things. Good for research, analysis and revelations of secrets.

Dec 10, Sun trine Mars
Here you can shine brightly, especially if you’re a fire sign (Aries, Leo or Sag) Comes with courage, pride and gutsy action.

Dec 16, New Moon 25* Sagittarius,
Here the Moon conjuncts the galactic center, which makes for easy access to the cosmic matrix. Good for downloading wisdom and understanding of the big picture.

Dec 17, Venus trine Mars
A fine time for couples, romance and pair bonding. Love Rules!

Dec 20, Mars SR, Jupiter conjunct Neptune
Mars turns retrograde until Mar 10, 2010. More on this in the next issue. The holiday season will be more mellow, graceful and compassionate, especially compared to last years… Enjoy!

To be continued

“A Slice of Heaven” is a quarterly Astrology column about making good use of the planetary influences. Lola Babalon is a Topanga Psychic, Astrologer and Herbalist. She provides spiritual counsel, hands-on healing and no-nonsense readings for individuals, couples and groups. She also produces local herb tinctures, fine aphrodisiac Love-potions and can be found online at www.sexpeace.net 310/455-0103

A Slice of Heaven - Summer 2009

Cancer, Jun 20 - Jul 21
Here is a look at this summer’s planetary line-up, which casts a pretty vivid picture. If the astrological weather this spring has been turbulent, then summer looks like it’s not going to slow down one bit either. We are heading into another eclipse cycle, as happens twice a year. It tends comes with rocky emotions and a high level of drama. Or, as we used to say, when I worked for the Psychic Eye Book Shop, a.k.a. the Psychic Sweat Shop: “Somebody is going to be upset!”

Cancer is a high drama sign to start with, as it is ruled by the Moon. Extra sensitive, extra emotional, and easy to retreat into it’s shell. Or to quietly scamper off sideways.
With the current eclipse cycle featuring to New Moon, early and late in the sign, this is surely going to be lively summer, both at home and abroad. Mostly affected are the cardinal signs: Capricorn, Aries, Cancer and Libra.

Read on for a glimpse at the planetary alignments:

Jun - 20, Sun enters Cancer at 10:46 pm
Summer Solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. Expect plenty of high energy exchanges going on this weekend. Good for social activity and for letting go of old patterns and blueprints.

Jun - 21,
Venus conjuncts Mars at 15* Taurus.
This magical degree in the middle of fixed signs is strongly connected with the spirit realm, namely the archangels. So, whether you are currently in a relationship, in between, getting over it, or up for new beginnings, tonight’s the night to say your prayers or go on the prowl looking for trouble.

Jun - 22
New Moon 2* Cancer.
Can it get any more intense? The opposition to Pluto new pacts, manifestos, statements of intent, and realigning your commitments.

Jul - 1
Uranus SR 27* Pisces
Unusually restless vibes for the holiday national weekend. People will feel frisky and inclined to abandon all caution. Be assertive about your personal boundaries on that one, or get real reckless and into uncharted territory..

Jul - 7
Lunar Eclipse 15* Capricorn, There have been some interesting crop circles in England this spring, that indicate a major Solar Flare on that day. A fine time to be prepared for possible power outs. Just for the heck of it, and to err on the side of caution, do update your emergency preparedness kit and procedures.

Jul - 10
Jupiter ret. conjunct Neptune
Today is extra dreamy and intuitive, check the news for unusual occurrences. Look out in traffic for a few space cadets, happily skipping along on cloud 9.

Jul - 11
Mars enters Gemini
Think of it as a ram in the library. Pushing, shoving, and messing with the flow of information, which may be going any which way..

Jul - 21
Solar Eclipse 29* Cancer
Good for finishing up family affairs, getting closure on things. Moving on.

Leo, Jul 22 - Aug 21
This part of summer is the best time for self care, or getting away from it all. The Leo is a natural born leader, and the current line-up can be summarized to the old hippie credo / admonishment: “Do your thing!”

Aug - 5
Lunar Eclipse 14* Aquarius
Here you get to ‘do your thing’ with friends, and in public. Good for gatherings and humanitarian activities of any kind.

Aug - 14
Sun opposes Jupiter
Any aspect to Jupiter comes with a tendency to blow things out of proportion. In this case look out for inflated egos, and a pin ...

Aug - 17
Sun opposes Neptune, Chiron, Mars trines Neptune
Watch out in traffic because a bunch of people will be driving sleep at the wheel, or on autopilot . Good for romance, not great for rational thinking, or the giving and receiving directions. Keep your feet on the ground and avoid confusion. Accept that reality is not what it used to be.

Aug - 20
New Moon 27* Leo
Going in, in order to go out. Comes with potential for visionary activities, vivid dreams, keen intuition, and a look at the vast, big picture.

Virgo, Aug 22 - Sep 21
Most inclined to provide meaningful service, this sign has been bogged down by Saturn’s transit for the last couple of years. Comes with hard work, something no Virgo is afraid of, long hours and increased responsibilities. Feel’s like a heavy, wet blanket. The good news: Saturn is about to move on, into Libra this Fall.

Aug - 23
Sun trines Pluto
Today is all about empowerment, be confident in business and personal matters.

Aug - 25
Mars enters Cancer, Mercury enters Libra, Mercury square Mars
0* cardinal: initiate! Good for meeting people, breakthroughs in negotiations and embarking in new ventures.

Aug - 26
Mars opposes Pluto, Mercury squares Pluto
There can be high tension or conflicts of interest. Be aware of misunderstandings and a pervasive, general blockheadedness.

Sep - 4
Fullmoon 12* Pisces
Dream on! Life can be more magical than fiction, so go on gently into the Labor Days weekend.

Sep - 6
Mercury SR at 6* Libra, will go direct at 21* Virgo on Sep - 30
Allows you to re- everything. Re-do, re-consider, re-evaluate relationships. What you have learned from each other so, far, where you’d like to go. Good for acceptance, tolerance, radical honesty, going deep.


To be continued

“A Slice of Heaven” is a quarterly Astrology column about making good use of the planetary influences. Lola Babalon is a Topanga Psychic, Astrologer and Herbalist. She provides spiritual counsel, hands-on healing and no-nonsense readings for individuals, couples and groups. She also produces local herb tinctures, fine aphrodisiac Love-potions and can be found online at www.sexpeace.net 310/455-0103

A Slice of Heaven - November 2008

As the year draws to a close, and the world markets are in turmoil, there is a rollercoaster of change going on, that’s challenging the status quo. Some of these changes are subtle, others more obvious, in your face.
In these trying times it helps to cultivate patience, perseverance, stay in the moment and deal with what is. Who would have thought that the currencies, stock indexes and oil prices could fluctuate like that? Less than six month ago we were paying $5.- per gallon gasoline. However: What goes up must come down. And: “Nothing fails like success“. (quote from Osho)
This unified, global happening brings up the core values of what makes life worth living. Love, support, nurturing each other, protecting the children, nature, enjoying each moment of each day. Cultivate gratitude for this experience here and now, give thanks for this opportunity to go along for the ride. Use your awareness, and don’t resisting anything.
So, lets do look at the bright side, simplify, make good use of resources, and cultivate friendships as the best of assets.

Scorpio - the tough cookies of the Zodiac
The pervasiveness of autumn growing cooler and darker, and the ghoulish holidays of Halloween and All Saints Day fall into the sign of Scorpio. It’s a resilient sign, that’s represented by powerful animals: the eagle, the snake and the scorpion.
It’s also associated with the mythical phoenix rising from the ashes. Those born under the sign are able to transmute the most challenging experiences. There is a sultry sex appeal that comes with a keen interest in metaphysical matters, and an ability to look straight into the core of things. Can be secretive, behind the scenes. Do not make them mad, as you will likely regret it. Intensely emotional and passionate, a Scorpio is a ‘force majeure’ to behold.

Congratulations to the famous, feisty Topanga Scorpio’s:
Aaron Hendry, Antonia Bath & husband Michael, Janice Harmon, Bo Tasker, Lacey Brooks, Eric De Cook, Jane Marla Robbins, Heidi Light, Jed Levy, Jackie Kane, Kevin Kerber, Olaf Hartmann, Randy Harrison, Daryl Vance, Barry Newton, Ami Kirby and for all others not mentioned here.
Cheers and happy birthday one and all. May it be a most excellent year on all levels!

Calendar

Nov 1
All Saints Day Neptune SD
Today the doors between ordinary and non-ordinary reality are wide open. It is customary to honor and celebrate ones ancestors. The ceremony can be as simple as lighting a candle, a prayer, a bit of food left outside, an altar with candy and some photos. Or as elaborate as the Catholic ceremony, or Dia Del Los Muertos camp outs at the graveyard.

Nov 3
Venus square Saturn, square Uranus. Mars square Neptune
This adds plenty of tension leading up to election day. Much potential for confusion, loss of focus or direction.

Nov 4
Election day
Saturn opposes Uranus, Mercury enters Scorpio
Emphasizes the predictable tension between the tried and true conservative set, and the innovators who promise or endeavor to change everything. The Saturn/ Uranus aspect is in effect for the next two years. It indicates a major de-conditioning of social and economic systems, similar to the revolutionary movements in the early 30ties and mid 60ties.

Nov 10
Sun sextile Jupiter, trine Uranus
A fine time for peace making efforts, as it brings inspiration, cooperation and out of the blue solutions. Look out for Aha! moments.

Nov 11
Sun sextile Saturn, Venus conjunct Pluto
The first aspect is good for business meetings and establishing agreement. The next makes for tense situations and now or never type of ultimatums. Remember, there is no need to push the river today, as there is always tomorrow.

Nov 12, 10:17 pm
Full Moon 21* Taurus
Venus enters Capricorn, Jupiter sextile Uranus
This should be good news for business, or break through solutions on the global financial front. A fine time to support progress and take on some new strategies.

Nov 13
Sun square Neptune
Be on the lookout for mental overload or fuzziness. May bring up tension between action oriented doers and evasive, non committal procrastinators.

Nov 15
Mercury trine Uranus
This facilitates inventive, highly creative and unconventional ideas. Carry a notepad or voice recorder to capture any flashes of inspiration.

Nov 16
Mars enters Sagittarius, Mercury sextile Jupiter, sextile Uranus
A high energy day where you can tackle big projects and get a lot done. Think big picture, and outside the box. Be bold and adventuresome.

Nov 17
Mercury square Neptune
May trigger misunderstandings and the occasional reality check. So make sure to get your details right.

Nov 21
Sun enters Sagittarius
Comes with the refreshing realization that radical honesty rules, at least it‘s getting results. Also encourages you to get out of doors, to have more freedom to roam. More about the happy-go-lucky centaurs of the Zodiac in the next issue.

Nov 22
Mercury enters Sagittarius
The trickster of the planets adds more mischief to the mix. Look out for free spirits and expanding horizons all the way around.

Nov 25
Sun conjunct Mercury
This makes for mental tension during the pre-holiday season. Expect restless, antsy party guests.

Nov 26
Pluto enters Capricorn for good.
This aspect will trigger major changes in the way business is being done. Go for quality over quantity, many eggs in many baskets. Shift happens!

Nov 27
New Moon 6* Sagittarius
Uranus SD
Thanksgiving Day comes with a tender, introverted mood and much desire to break out of ruts. Enjoy! www.gogratitude.com

Nov 28
Venus sextile Uranus, Mercury conjunct Mars
Today expect the unexpected. So look out and pay attention to daring, competitive behavior.

Nov 29
Venus sextile Saturn
Good for business and money matters, as it enables you to talk about everything. At the least feel encouraged to give it a try, get your words out.

“A Slice of Heaven” is a monthly Astrology column about making good use of the planetary influences. Lola Babalon is a Topanga Psychic, Astrologer and Herbalist. She provides spiritual counsel, hands-on healing and no-nonsense readings for individuals, couples and groups. She also produces local herb tinctures, fine aphrodisiac Love-potions and can be found online at www.sexpeace.net 310/455-0103

A Slice of Heaven - Oct 2008

The planets and their cycles deeply influence the collective minds and interactions. This influence can be rather subtle, and occasionally it’s not so subtle at all, but right in your face. While there are numerous systems, tools and techniques to the art of astrology, they all seem to work somehow, once you start paying attention to them.
So, try this one on for size:

Libra, the charmers of the Zodiac
Pleasant, easy going, well dressed and ultra cooperative, these folks are good at making life easy for the rest of us. Their aim is to please, and help everybody get along, to the point of seeking consensus at all costs. Ruled by the lovely Venus they are graceful, creative and appreciate the finer sides of life, namely art and beauty.

This pretty picture is currently skewed off center by Mercury retrograde in the sign until Oct 15. Expect to re-evaluate and re-assess your involvements with others. Also be prepared to address any needed balance between giving and receiving.

Venus, Libras ruling planet is already ahead of the Sun in the feisty sign of Scorpio. Along with Mars which is in extra macho mode here, in it’s home turf. The gods of love and war’s residence in Scorpio can bring about a dark, obsessive emotionality, that is driven by passions beyond rational control.

Fortunately Jupiter in Capricorn is in trine aspect to Saturn in Virgo all month long. While there is little to cheer about on the global economic front, at least there is good cooperation, and collective efforts to sort things out. The earth signs (Capricorn, Virgo & Taurus) are being called on to help others by keeping their feet on the ground.

Famous Topanga Libra’s:
Darby Warren, Debra Silbar, Jackie Johnson, James Dean, Jim Crawford, Johnathan Yaney, Julia Sugarman, Julian Scott, Kathy Gibbony, Livia Salamon, Patrice Winter, Suzanne Teng, and all those not mentioned here. Cheers to all and happy birthday, may it be your best year ever.

Calendar

Oct 1
Mars sextile Pluto
The month starts with 4 of the planets visible in the evening sky: The Moon, Venus, Mars and Jupiter. Say hello to them if you’re inclined, in the west, just after sunset.
Today is also a fine day to chat up your boss, your bookkeeper or benefactor.

Oct 3
Mars enters Scorpio
For the next 6 weeks you can enjoy a much needed resiliency and resourcefulness. This will add a certain edge to the pleasant, charming Libra interactions. Make good use of all your connections, perseverance furthers!

Oct 6
Sun square Jupiter, Sun conjunct Mercury, Mercury square Jupiter
Indicates a big day with plenty of tension build-up. Expect loads of excess mental energy, as things are coming to a head. Consider going for a walk, reconnect with nature or do something physical to get out of the head and into the body.

Oct 9
Venus trine Uranus
Today community and friendship rules! It is a fine time to get together with old friends or lovers from the past. Also feel encouraged to express your quirky fashion sense.

Oct 11
Venus square Neptune
This inclines to romantic infatuation, and tends to blow things out of proportion. Keep your feet firmly planted on the ground. Avoid over eating, over spending and over doing things.

Oct 14, 1:02 pm
Full Moon 22* Aries, Sun trine Neptune
Since there are few planets in fire signs this month, the Aries Moon adds a good spark to fire things up. The cardinal signs (Capricorn, Aries, Cancer & Libra) will likely feel this as a drive to ‘must do something right now’.
May bring up issues around taking care of yourself, versus taking care of others. Remember to keep looking out for #1. Expect volatile tempers and short fuses all the way around. Some will be antsy and others ecstatic, as the Sun / Neptune aspect facilitates flights of fancy, keen intuition and breakthrough spiritual experiences.

Oct 15
Mercury SD (stations direct)
After three weeks of things being on hold, and indecisive hankering you can finally make progress and get ahead. Cheers to evolution!

Oct 18
Venus enters Sagittarius
A fine time to go adventuring, preferably in the great outdoors. Comes with a desire for unrestricted movement, fresh air and multi cultural tolerance.

Oct 22
Sun enters Scorpio
Here is a doorway to the mystical realm, that supports tapping your inner strength. There is a tendency to be driven by desires, or need for powerful, passionate relationships.

Oct 26
Mercury squares Jupiter
While this is good for research and inquiry, the aspect can also create gridlock in communication. People are more stubborn and righteous today, and less willing to compromise.

Oct 28, 4:14 pm
New Moon, 6* Scorpio
Now is the perfect time to regenerate, nourish or resource yourself. Take a break, get some bodywork and sleep as much as you can.

Oct 29
Mercury trine Neptune
This aspect will likely trigger bright ideas, fresh sparks of insight, inventiveness and creativity. Make sure to have a notepad handy.

Oct 31
Halloween, Mars trine Uranus
The Halloween tradition signifies the descent into the dark season, as the veil between life and death is very thin. We honor the ancestor that have gone before us, that the transitions of those that have passed during the year. We also get to dress up as our alter ego, worst nightmares or kinky fantasy.
This year the holiday falls close to the dark part of the Moon cycle. Expect to feel less social and more introverted. Mars Uranus adds a daring element and need for excitement. Look out for alien out-fits and space cadets.

To be continued

“A Slice of Heaven” is a monthly Astrology column about making good use of the planetary influences. Lola Babalon is a Topanga Psychic, Astrologer and Herbalist. She provides spiritual counsel, hands-on healing and no-nonsense readings for individuals, couples and groups. She also produces local herb tinctures, fine aphrodisiac Love-potions and can be found online at www.sexpeace.net 310/455-0103

A Slice of Heaven - Sep 2008

Fasten your seatbelts everyone, as the current astrological weather indicates some lively times ahead. Here is a look at what the planets are up to this month:

There is a team of players in the fairness minded sign of Libra: Mercury, Venus and Mars, are all squared off to Jupiter in righteous Capricorn. What could this imply? General tension, and an appeal to humanitarian, educational causes. It is an action oriented time. Tackle whatever needs to be done, there is no use to procrastinate or resist change. “Be the change you want to see” and lets get on with it already.
This line-up will have an effect on the cardinal signs (Capricorn, Aries, Cancer, Libra) Expect some major activity or breakthroughs in relationships, possibly on a global scale. Now is the time to negotiate, cooperate and expand to include all aspects of the mystery unfolding.
It’s likely that all this excitement is going to ruffle the feathers of the usually so calmly composed and proper Virgo folks. That, along with Saturn’s passage through the sign, which brings a call to duty or service orientation. So, here we go again: hard work, do the right thing and charity towards others.


Famous Topanga Virgo’s:
Francesca Forese, Sandra Bacall, Elizabeth Golden, Tanja Hunger, Lala McClave, Willow Ross, Joachim Wiesel, Eric Lynn, Lee Michaelson (born on Leo’s cusp, but leaning to the Virgo side) Happy birthday one and all, cheers to another year of new beginnings!

Calendar

Sep 3
Sun conjunct Saturn
Today the mood is sober and on the pessimistic side. Best to focus on career and money matters, also good for planning and strategy. Reality check.

Sep 4
Sun trine Jupiter
This aspect benefits education, negotiations and business meetings. There is a general feeling of optimism. So think big, invite the higher mind, take a look at the bright side. “There is a crack, a crack in anything. That’s how the light gets in.” Leonard Cohen

Sep 7
Mars square Jupiter
Extra yang influence, comes with hard headedness, and zero desire to compromise. Also Jupiter SD (stations direct) today: it’s gregarious and overly confident, with a marked tendency to get carried away.

Sep 8
Mercury conjunct Mars
The week starts with a big day full of mischief making aspects. Volatile tempers, long talks between guys, good for male bonding. Jupiter trines Saturn: facilitates financial and business matters. And Pluto SD (station direct): Pluto is a power player, so expect to see tough guy attitudes. This station indicates a deeper shift in peoples perspective, good for philosophical insights and realizations.

Sep 9
Venus square Jupiter
There is a tendency to over-doing things. Over spending, over indulging, over the top reactions leads to tension between partners and on money matters. Straighten out the checks and balances right away.

Sep 11
Venus conjunct Mars
Every time the forces behind love and war get together in the sky, marks the beginning of a new chapter in relationships. This happens about every two years, here it’s in the peace & justice oriented sign of Libra. Both of them share the bed with Mercury the mischief maker. Here is important to focus on clear communication between partners, and being both generous and inclusive. Make the relationship big enough to contain all opposites and idiosyncrasies. Love as agape, to unconditionally love and support what’s best for everyone, to help each other grow.

Sep 12
Sun opposes Uranus
This energy won’t be fenced in, censored or restrained in any way. Comes with a need to break outside the box, or freely roam the countryside.

Sep 14
Mercury conjunct Venus
This brings a strong, innate sense of fairness, and can trigger impulsive reactions with little fore or hindsight. Stay in the moment, there is no need to push the river.

Sep 15, 2:13 am PDT
Full Moon 23* Pisces, conjunct Uranus
This is a highly emotional, restless and insightful time. Watch out for volatile tempers and sudden eccentricities. Good for visual arts, painting, photography. Expect a sleepless night, and lots of dreams.

Sep 17
Venus trines Neptune
Here is an added bonus for the romantic. Fine potential for fun times between friends or lovers. This aspect also benefits fine arts and appreciation of beauty in all it‘s expressions.

Sep 19
Mercury trines Neptune
Today facilitates keen intuition and telepathic exchanges with others. Good for creative ideas and unexpected flashes of insight. Keep a notepad handy.

Sep 20
Sun squares Pluto
A brief reminder to avoid confrontations with authority figures, as people are inclined to be extra blockheaded today.

Sep 21
Mars trine Neptune
Good for volunteer, creative or healing arts work. Not great for diligent tasks requiring patience.

Sep 22, 2:11 am,
Sun enters Libra, Fall Equinox
Always a turning point, and with half of the planets in air signs, this is a volatile and anything-can-happen time. Strong collective sentiments, breakthrough information and new ideas. Take a good look at the big picture, never mind the small stuff.

Sep 23
Mercury conjunct Mars
Volatile tempers or multitasking gone awry, too much of a good thing. Venus enters Scorpio, which shifts emotions towards possessiveness, drama and high intensity exchanges. Good for getting caught up with unfinished stuff from the past.

Sep 24
Mercury SR
Retrogrades are times to reflect, redo, revisit, reevaluate, prepare things for later, go back to the past. As the trickster travels backwards through the sign of Libra people get to reassess their relationship patterns and agendas.

Sep 28
Mercury Ret trine Neptune
Brings clear intuition, and thinking in pictures, good for visual artists. Pack your camera.

Sep 29, 1:12 am
New Moon 7* Libra
So much activity in the sign of the scales can be unsettling. Chances are the precarious checks and balances are teetering wildly out of sync, and a bit of calm down and introspection is in order.
A fine time for making new beginnings in relationships, to reaffirms your existing ones or prepare for those to come.


“A Slice of Heaven” is a monthly Astrology column about making good use of the planetary influences. Lola Babalon is a Topanga Psychic, Astrologer and Herbalist. She provides spiritual counsel, hands-on healing and no-nonsense readings for individuals, couples and groups. She also produces local herb tinctures, fine aphrodisiac Love-potions and can be found online at www.sexpeace.net 310/455-0103

A Slice of Heaven - August 2008

Here is another look at what the planets have in store this month.
Eclipse cycles happen twice each year, often triggering high drama events of emotional intensity. This month there will be two of them, one week before and one week into the Olympic Games, symbolically bracketing the international event. Both fall into the regal sign of Leo, which has plenty of drama to spare as it is. This will likely add fuel to the fire and bodes for exciting times. The fixed signs (Aquarius, Taurus, Leo, Scorpio) are going to feel this most, especially when born around the 1st or 16th of the month. The other fire signs (Aries, Sagittarius) born around these days may benefit as well.

Bernadette Brady, an eminent eclipse researcher writes this about the Aug 1 event :
“This (Eclipse) Series concerns itself with breaking out if a very negative situation where no hope can be seen to a more positive space containing many options. A worry that may have been affecting a person will suddenly clear. The solution is shown by the Cosmos and needs to be taken up without to much delay.”
Quote from The Eagle and the Lark, Weiser 1992

During the second half of the month Venus, Mercury and the Sun will join Mars and Saturn in Virgo. That’s half of the planets in the hard working, practical sign of the healer, book keeper and nutritionist. This sets the tone for much inner healing, conscious choices in the produce section and much gratitude for being able to serve one another.

Famous Topanga Leos:
Randy Smith, Linda Crawford, Lisa Bialac-Jehle, Michael O’Rourke, Juliana McNaughton, Allan Wingate, Elizabeth Shapiro, Robyn Feeley, Jenise Blanc, Gilbert Levy, Angele Dayer, Amy Walker, Malcolm Groome, Star Oakland, Lon Miller, Warren Chase and all the other great lights not mentioned here.
Happy Birthday one and all, have a blast!


Calendar:

Aug 1, 2:13 am PDT
Solar Eclipse / New Moon 10* Leo
4 planets in Leo makes for a dramatic entry into the month. A call to remember the need for self expression. Introversion comes with loads of creativity, so dig out your easel, instruments or sewing machine.

Aug 4
Venus trine Pluto
Good for tackling unfinished business with old lovers, especially if there’s a Scorpio involved. Call them up, get together and shine some light into the murky past.

Aug 5
Venus enters Virgo
A shift toward more practical, no-frills sentiments. Not a great day for shopping. When Venus is in a new sign the sense of esthetics changes. A style that looks great in the mirror today, may do nothing for you tomorrow.

Aug 6
Mars opposes Uranus
Restless, antsy, feisty energy. Not a great time for confrontations of any kind, opt for some outdoor activity instead. Also Mercury opposes Neptune today: the psychic radar is at an all time high. However, both these aspects together can trigger gross misjudgments of speed or distance. Watch out in traffic.

Aug 9
Mercury trines Pluto
Good for deep thinking, philosophical discourse, counseling, writing and spiritual inquiries.

Aug 10
Mercury enters Virgo
This is the home turf for the trickster of the planets. The mental processes shift toward being more methodical, analytical and helpful to those in need.

Aug 13
Venus conjunct Saturn
It’s a no-nonsense, taking care of business kind of day. Work hard, brainstorm, make a few to do lists.

Aug 15
Sun opposes Neptune
This clouds the perception with a dreamy layer. Good for artwork and music, not great for linear thinking. Also Mercury conjuncts Saturn which makes it difficult to get your words out. It also favors less liberal and more conservative viewpoints.

Aug 16, 2:16 pm PDT
Lunar Eclipse, Full Moon 24* Aquarius
Always a fun time to get together with friends, this Moon opens a clearer look at the big picture. Good for meditation, spiritual quests and prayers. Because the Moon is conjunct Neptune any intoxicant will effect you more strongly today, so be conscious when eating, drinking or smoking. Also Mars squares Pluto today, which raises the potential for violence and or painful accidents involving things you didn’t see coming.

Aug 17
Mercury trines Jupiter
This encourages brilliant ideas, it’s great for writing, talking and negotiations. Make sure to get your message out today.

Aug 19
Mars enters Libra
Mars in the first degrees of a cardinal signs is extra feisty, so take it easy and be prepared to intervene or calm the tempers of those that get carried away.

Aug 20
Sun trine Pluto
A good time to negotiate or for power talks. Don’t mince your words or be bashful now, say it as it is.

Aug 21
Mercury conjunct Venus
This makes for strong instincts and impulsive reaction, it’s not great for tasks involving patient attention to detail. Try to tackle the extra large projects instead.

Aug 22
Sun enters Virgo
With 4 planets in Virgo there is a sense of responsibility to those in need. Good for cooking, making dietary changes and organizing things. Mercury opposes Uranus: impatience and a desire to try something totally new and different.

Aug 23
Venus opposes Uranus
Feeling antsy and rebellious, can’t be fenced in or limited by too much conservative caution. You inner rebel wants to shine.

Aug 27
Mercury square Pluto
Get your words out now, good for counseling, deep conversations.

Aug 28
Mercury enters Libra
The collective focus shifts towards fairness and balance. Less finicky, more deliberate. Slow, careful decision making processes.

Aug 29
Venus square Pluto
Intensity yes, passion yes, jealousy no. “Love and control are mutually exclusive. When you’re in love you’re not in control, when you’re in control you’re not in love.” Osho

Aug 30, 12:58 pm PDT
New Moon 8* Virgo, Venus enters Libra
The second New Moon this month is excellent for inner healing. Consider nurturing the heart, changing your patterns, fasting , praying and cleaning the house.

“A Slice of Heaven” is a monthly Astrology column about making good use of the planetary influences. Lola Babalon is a Topanga Psychic, Astrologer and Herbalist. She provides spiritual counsel, hands-on healing and no-nonsense readings for individuals, couples and groups. She also produces local herb tinctures, fine aphrodisiac Love-potions and can be found online at www.sexpeace.net 310/455-0103

A Slice of Heaven - July 08

by Lola Babalon

The tides have turned and summer season is upon us. If the heat wave during the solstice is any indication of things to come, it’ll be scorcher. At this time we experience rapid changes in economy, major wake up calls and globally expanding awareness. The US uses how many plastic water bottles and bags per second?
Drivers get into the habit of keeping the gas tank topped off, because it won’t be getting any cheaper tomorrow. The wheels of the affluent consumer society are coming off at an alarming rate. People are busily reprioritizing and reevaluating the money flow in their lives. We seemingly can’t get away with anything these days. There isn’t much slack in the social fabric, and every individual is called on to be and do their very best.

Cancer / Capricorn Polarity
This month we celebrate the birthdays of the tender Cancer folks. These are the shy, behind the scenes types, the homebodies, impeccable hosts, wonderful cooks, nurturing parents and capable professionals.
The professional element comes from the polarity between Cancer and Capricorn, it’s opposite sign. With the Moon and Saturn as rulers of these opposite signs, this polarity illustrates the matriarch and patriarch role models in our lives. The Moon rules the ever changing cycles in nature, while Saturn provides structure and purpose. Because of Pluto’s recent sign change into Capricorn, we can expect a whole generational change in meaning, purpose and how global business is done.
Polarizing issues will likely include shifts in spiritual versus professional values. The collective seeks to find or create a family of choice, as tribal alliances and communities come together. This includes temporary tribes that have evolved over the years as a cultural phenomenon, such a the Burning Man Tribe, Rainbow Family or religious gatherings.
It’s all about synchronicity, entrainment and kindred spirits coming together. Collective enjoyment of music brings people into one rhythm, alignment. So whatever the plan is for this summer, let the heart be in it, be inclusive. It’s time to make the family big enough for everybody, to hold no grudges, let go of judgment, blaming, resentment or frustration. It is what it is, and it’s all good. And if things are no good, there still is a good teaching after all.

Famous Topanga Cancer:
Claire Humphries, Stevie Re, James Anders, Pam Fomalont, Danny Vickers, Susan Hartman, Bill Buerge, Gary Cobb, Andre Dayani, Doug Farren and Eric Rasmussen, who is born right on the Leo cusp. Cheers and good wishes to all the other tender Cancer folks, who are probably hiding out at home: May it be your best year ever!

Calendar:

Jul 1
Mars enters Virgo
Get ready for the next couple of months to focus on less play and more hard work. This aspect facilitates meaningful service to others, and benefits the healing arts. Good for bodywork and for making dietary changes toward lean and green.

Jul 2
New Moon in Cancer, Venus opposes Jupiter
A highly emotional time, easily carried away. Good for going inward and to honor the matriarchs in your life. Comes with irrational, moody energy. Avoid overindulgence, which is a common tendency during Venus Jupiter aspects.

July 9
Sun opposes Jupiter
This aspect is good for negotiations and power talks. However, you may also feel overly optimistic, inclined to over react or overdo things. The Earth signs (Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus) should definitely try to cool their jets and go easy on themselves and others. Watch out for collective tension build up.

Jul 10
Mars conjunct Saturn, Mercury enters Cancer
Watch out for collective tension release. Today comes with extra yang energy, strong work ethics and willingness to do the right thing. Avoid fundamental arguments, confrontations and righteousness. Mercury’s sign change brings a couple of weeks of uncommon delicacy to conversations and emotional matters.

Jul 12
Venus enters Leo
The beginning of a 3 week opportunity for high drama and radical self expression. So feel encouraged to bring out your flashiest summer dresses ladies, or your brightest duds guys. It’s time be seen.

Jul 18
Full Moon 26* Capricorn
Sets the tone for a lively party weekend, that is good for mixing business and pleasure. Consider being inclusive of, and honoring the patriarchs in your life. Maybe it’s time to take Grandpa on a little adventure. Dealing with family matters may bring a growing desire to be free from the restraints of tradition or orthodoxy. Time for stretching the envelope or a good peak outside the box.

Jul 22
Sun enters Leo
Here is a reminder that life is ultimately all about self realization. You are here to discover and grow into your innate potential, so don’t compromise now. Good for non-verbal art forms like music, dance, painting and sculpting.
More about Leo, the kings and queens of the zodiac in the next issue.

Jul 26
Mercury enters Leo
Now is the time to say it as it is. There is no need to whitewash the facts or beat around the bush. Also Mars trines Jupiter brings the courage to tackle big projects, to work hard and get the job done.

Jul 29
Sun conjunct Mercury
Use caution in negotiations and power talks today. People are more edgy, impatient and prone to over dramatize the situation. Slow down, be methodical and take some time out for exercise, just to get out of your head and back into the body.

Jul 31
Venus opposes Neptune
This aspect can make you feel a bit dreamy or out of it. Good for romance, taking pictures and visual arts, less great for business. Counter balance this effect by keeping your feet on the ground. So, take off the pink glasses, refrain from judgment, look at the bright side and flash a big smile. Cheers!

“A Slice of Heaven” is a monthly Astrology column about making good use of the planetary influences. Lola Babalon is a Topanga Psychic, Astrologer and Herbalist. She provides spiritual counsel, hands-on healing and no-nonsense readings for individuals, couples and groups. She also produces local herb tinctures, fine aphrodisiac Love-potions and can be found online at www.sexpeace.net 310/455-0103

A Slice of Heaven - June 08

The planetary cycles don’t cause things to happen, they just amplify certain probabilities. Astrology is the art of translating these planetary probabilities into common sense. Astrological symbolism is as old as mankind and best learned in small doses.
A Slice of Heaven provides a glimpse into the current influences. It examines what happens in the heavens above and how it effects the everyday experience here on earth.

The month starts with a stellium in Gemini, as the Sun, Moon, Venus and Mercury retrograde are all cavorting in the ambidextrous, multi faceted sign. Gemini and Pisces are the two dual signs in the zodiac. As Gemini is an air sign this duality manifests as an intellectual orientation, while the duality of Pisces are in the emotional realm, more feeling, less thinking. During this current mega Gemini influence people will really want to get their words out, communicate freely and look at the many options on the table. This is good for connecting the dots, reconnecting with people, places and things.
8 of 10 planets are in earth and air element, that’s heavy on logic and reason, only Mars in Leo and Uranus in Pisces to hold up the emotional polarity.


Mercury
The classical Mercury was a messenger between the gods and mortals, often depicted as a hermaphrodite - with the physical characteristics of both genders, being androgynous, somewhere in-between. This in-between-ness of Mercury is an important aspect for understanding the sign of Gemini. All apparent opposites are embodied, which can be confusing to those with more straight-laced, goal oriented mindsets. The Gemini individual can hop, skip and jump from one aspect of their colorful personality, from one minute to the next. This also applies to people who where born with Mercury close to the Sun.
Since Mercury is the planet that orbits closest to the Sun, it is a bit more erratic in its motion. Hot air anyone? The planetary paths are somewhat elliptical, when observed from the earth and against the background of the zodiac they appear to go backward at times. Mercury, because of its tighter orb goes into retrograde motion more frequently than any other planet, about three times per year for the duration of about three weeks each.
When Mercury is retrograde its influence is felt more strongly, as the sign it retrogrades through becomes charged with mercurial mischief. Communication can be difficult, mechanical things tend to break down, letters and messages may be lost or misplaced. Weird synchronicities and repetitions. Good for reconnecting with the known, not great for starting new projects or signing contracts.
Whatever you do during Mercury retrograde you’ll likely get to do again, which is good for some things like fun and games, and not good for others like major dental work.

This current retrograde ends on June 19 Mercury turns direct, when the wheels of progress will be chugging along again.


Famous Topanga Gemini:
Happy birthday, much love and blessings to Claire Davis, Jean Francis, Mollie Hogan, Chryssa Lightheart, Adam Scott, Lisa Villasenor, Henry Smith, Randy Just, Elaine Alghani, Jane McAllister, Andrea Walker, Delphine Scoffield, Roland Van Loon and all others not mentioned here. Cheers!



A few highlights:

Jun 3
New Moon 14* Gemini
A fine day for exploring all your options and opportunities. Good for connecting with peers, siblings and people from your past, also for initiating correspondence. Don’t limit your choices now, everything is possible!

Jun 7
Sun conjunct Mercury ret, Moon in Leo eclipses Mars
There is much nervous, restless energy today. Comes with a tendency to skim the surface of things, while unable to go deep or concentrate.

Jun 8
Sun conjunct Venus
Always a fine time to enjoy the magic of life in all it’s forms and expressions. Comes with an increased sense of fairness, appreciations and being open to each other. Auspicious for beginning new relationships. Love rules!

Jun 12
Venus and Sun square Uranus
This line-up is all about individuation, the need for personal space and freedom. It can trigger impulsive reactions, bursts of sudden eccentricities. Good for radical self expression, not great for boring tasks. Expect a few monkey wrenches.

Jun 18
Full Moon 28* Sagittarius
This Moon is conjunct Pluto in the last degree of the sign. It makes for much pressure to complete things or to make them happen. People are inclined to speak their mind without restraint or self censoring. Look out for some juicy revelations or “Oops!” moments in the news. Mercury has no aspects at all, a singleton, doing it’s own thing.

Jun 19
Mercury SD
Here the gears are shifting into neutral and get ready to accelerate towards action. No more re-doing the past, go for what’s new and exciting. It is also okay to sign those papers, leases or contracts at this time.

Jun 20
Sun opposes Pluto, enters Cancer, Summer Solstice
A powerful shift into the next season. As the days are longest, and solar energy is at it’s peak, the Sun also aspects the lord of the underworld. Pluto takes down all that has outlived it‘s usefulness, and opens the door for new times to come.
Oppositions create a strong magnetic pull, comes with an urge to “must do something”, especially for the cardinal signs (Capricorn, Aries, Cancer, Libra)

Jun 21
Mars opposes Neptune
This aspect has a potential for deception or trickery. Cause and effect may be confused, peoples goals and motivations misunderstood. Keep your eye on the ball, and pay attention in crowds or in traffic.

Jun 26
Uranus SR
Are you feeling a bit radical, antsy, or feisty these days? It’s a transit, it will pass, but do enjoy the excitement that comes with the territory.



Lola Babalon is a Topanga Psychic, Astrologer and Herbalist. She provides spiritual counsel, hands-on healing and no-nonsense readings for individuals, couples and groups. She also produces local herb tinctures, fine aphrodisiac Love-potions and can be found online at www.sexpeace.net 310/455-0103

A Slice of Heaven - May 08

The merry month of May finds Topanga in a rush of wildflowers and botanical abandon everywhere. Seems it has not been so green in years. Green is a topic for Taurus, the sign whose birthday is celebrated this month, the most earthy of earth signs.

The sign of the bull belongs to the earth element, and is of a fixed nature. The four elements fire, earth, air and water each relate to the three modalities of cardinal, fixed and mutable. Cardinal signs are considered decisive, and active, go-getters, in approaching any given set of circumstances. Mutable signs are inclined to go with the flow and able to adapt to any given circumstance. Fixed signs achieve things rather by persistence and determination. They rely on effort and can be rather opinionated, read stubbornness.

Taurus as the sign of fixed earth has a reputation for this. But Taurus is also the most sensuous, charming, and peace loving sign, as the planet Venus rules it. Taurus people are value oriented. Their values are down to earth, and involve physical comfort. They have expensive tastes and desires, and need a certain amount of financial and emotional stability to thrive. Money and it’s management are important issues, and not always easy ones.

Because Venus rules Taurus, people born under its influence are creative and artistic. Many great musicians and singers are born under the sign. All kinds of art and beauty are appreciated, and frequently collected. Taurus is also the sign of the builder, gardener and engineer. There is a special love of nature and connection to the botanical realm. The sign can be quite emotional, as the Moon is exalted here. The two horns of the bull are symbols of the waxing and waning moon.

Happy Birthday to the famous Topanga Taurus folks:
Katie Dalsemer, Tonia Young, Douglas Roy, Gerrick Faust, Randy Johnson, Zofie Glick, Gail McTune, Nicki Ostrak, Kristina Rocco Levy, Julie Shore, Scott Grusin, Virginia Conesa, Tim O’Gara, Tinker Williams, Karen Horn, Linda Hinrichs, Ember Knight and all those not mentioned here.

All the best to one and all. May it be your best year, ever.

Here’s a preview to what’s in store for this month:


Calendar:

May 1
Venus trine Pluto, trine Saturn
Grand trine in the earth element makes it a magic day for setting intentions or embarking on major new projects.

May 2
Mercury enters Gemini, Saturn SD
When the swift footed messenger of the gods is in it’s own sign, things shift towards more diversity. You get to try out all the options, and tell everyone about it. Saturn moving out of retrograde and into forward gear adds a bit more push, to the shove of yesterdays alignment.

May 3
Mercury square Saturn
Feeling impatient and tension in personal interactions. Avoid arguments or blockheadedness. Take a break and relax if possible, the last word is not spoken yet.

May 5
New Moon 15* Taurus
No Fire and 6 planets in earth. An opportunity for grounding, springtime celebration and for laying down foundations. The Moon is exalted in the sign, and 15* is the most powerful spot for the fixed signs, it has a direct link to angelic influences.

May 9
Jupiter SR, Mars enters Leo
Today everything appears in large size proportions, and Mars in Leo adds more yang to the mix. Look out for pride, courage, high ideals and bold forms of self expression.

May 11
Sun sextile Uranus
This encourages lively exchanges and creative ideas. Sudden urges to be outdoors, barefoot or in the water. Good for meetings and fun exchanges between friends.

May 12
Sun trine Jupiter
Generosity and kindness pay off today. It adds a nice spark of optimism and reminder about the fact that life is good.

May 14
Sun square Neptune
Absentmindedness can lead to lapses in judgment. Pay attention on the road. If you have a blind spot it will attract things you didn’t see coming.

May 18
Venus sextile Uranus, trine Jupiter
A great weekend for social activities and get together of all kinds. People are generous, open minded and cooperative. Something good should come from it.

May 19
Full Moon 29* Scorpio
The second one in the steamy sign of Scorpio, is it intense enough yet? Here it’s about bringing things to a close, or taking them to another level. Moon and Mercury are in out of bounds declination, likely to behave in radical and unpredictable ways. High drama, low reason.

May 20
Sun enters Gemini
For the next 4 weeks things are lightening up as the collective mood shifts into a playful and more adaptable mode. During Taurus time everything is just so, during Gemini there are always multiple options.
More on this many faceted Trickster in the next issue.

May 21
Jupiter sextile Uranus
A fine day for meetings and conferences of all kinds. Good for financial , negotiations and fundraising for novel projects.

May 22
Sun square Saturn
Inclines to serious talks with others, and no-nonsense, practical solutions. Wear your business suit. High on reason, low on drama.

May 24
Venus enters Gemini
When Venus, Mercury and the Sun are all in one signs, it’s energy is amplified and quite apparent. Expect a variety of opportunities and a restless vibe. Long on words and short on patience.

May 26
Mercury SR, Neptune SR, Venus square Saturn
Mercury’s station on Memorial Day increases your chances or running into folks you have not met in years. While this is great for happy reunions, the Venus/Saturn aspect puts on a sobering reality check.


No exact aspects for the rest of the month.

To be continued.

A Slice of Heaven” is a monthly Astrology column that provides self help insights on making good use of the planetary influences.

Lola Babalon is a Topanga Psychic, Astrologer and Herbalist. She provides spiritual counsel, hands-on healing and no-nonsense readings for individuals, couples and groups. She also produces local herb tinctures, fine aphrodisiac Love potions and can be found online at www.sexpeace.net 310/455-0103

A Slice of Heaven - March 08

by Lola Babalon

Welcome to another peak at the ongoing planetary cycles.
The first part of the month provides a gradual shift from the intellectual into the more emotional realm, less deliberation, more flow. We celebrate the birthday of Pisces the Visionaries of the Zodiac.
Pisceans are tender, super sensitive, and have a certain other-worldly quality. The sign relates to the primal waters, the matrix of life. The planetary influence is Neptune, also known as the big diffuser. It rules the movie industry, visual arts, wishes, dreams and visionary experiences.
As the last sign Pisces is also a melting pot, that harbors the essence of the other Zodiac signs, in a kind of conglomerate, magical mix. Those born under the sign love to go with the flow and feel connected to the whole. The ‘urge to merge’ is strong, and the desire bond deeply in relationships. Often there a keen interest in metaphysics and the healing arts.

Happy Birthday to the fabulous, famous Topanga Pisceans:
Alan Ostrak, John Benedict, Melanie Kareem, Ken Widen, Kamakshi Hart, Julie Levine, Penny Chavez, Patricia Harkins-Judge, Gregory Humphries, Jerry Johnson, Jamie Sher, Michael Dean, Ross Sugarman, Yedvart Tchakerian, , Cosimo Rico, Tanya Starcevitch and of course to all others not mentioned here.

March is the greenest month, and thanks to the abundance of rain, the local hills are dipped in the emerald hue of mustard and oat straw. In Chinese medicine spring is the season of wood. It represent the drive of life force energy, is extra yang, hot and assertive. These are just the qualities of the sign of Aries, into which the Sun enters at the Spring Equinox. Towards the last third of the month the will be lots of that, read on for the details.


Calendar:

Mar 4
Mars enters Cancer, again, until May 9
Because of the recent retrograde motion, action oriented Mars has been haunting the tender sign of Cancer since October, now coming in for it’s last and final stretch. Re-do the kitchen, finish your home improvement projects, or heal any inter-generational family issues.

Mar 5
Moon eclipses Mercury, Venus and Neptune
That’s 4 out of 10 planets all in it together, in the quirky sign of Aquarius. This is bound to be an usual, think outside the box kind of influence, peaking today. The air signs (Aquarius, Gemini, Libra ) are going to feel this most, and everybody better fasten their seatbelts and keep their feet on the ground.

Mar 6
Sun sextile Jupiter, Venus conjunct Neptune
A fine day for studies, writing and romance. The first aspect improves communication on all levels. When Venus meets dreamy Neptune your judgment may be impaired, so be on the lookout for some folks floating by on cloud nine.

Mar 7
New Moon 18* Pisces, , Mars opposes Pluto
While Mars and Pluto have been dancing with this aspect for a while, in the cardinal mode this will flare tempers, incline to short fuses and urge to action. Everybody calm down and take a breather.

Mar 8
Sun conjunct Uranus
Brings on restlessness and unconventional ideas. Consider doing something totally new and different this weekend.

Mar 9
Mercury conjunct Neptune
This aspect may lead to gross misunderstanding or lack in reason or foresight. On the positive side it sparks much creativity, vivid dreams and deep insights.

Mar 12
Venus enters Pisces
Here the planet of love brings soft, mellow and romantic moods. Enjoy, it’ll be here until Apr 6.

Mar 13
Venus sextiles Pluto
A fine day for counseling, getting clear about relationships and “lets talk about sex, baby.”

Mar 14
Mars sextile Saturn, Mercury enters Pisces
The week winds down with opportunities for breakthroughs in negotiation and power talks. The psychic radar is on and running in high gear.

Mar 15
Venus opposes Saturn
A straight laced, no nonsense kind of attitude. Take charge or responsibility, good for budgeting and planning ahead.

Mar 16
Venus trines Mars
A fine day for deep bonding in love relationships. Since both planets are in water signs you may want to fire up the hot-tub, go for a walk by the beach, or…

Mar 17
Mercury opposes Saturn
Oppositions create a push and pull energy, here the dynamic is between rhyme and reason. Pisces has more rhyme and rhythm, while Virgo excels with reason.

Mar 18
Mercury trines Mars
Brings grand ideas, much creativity. Also a fine day for meetings and conferences, especially for wrapping things up.

Mar 19
Sun enters Aries, Spring Equinox 10:49 pm
Always a step into the next chapter. Comes with drive, initiative, boldness and courage. More info about the feisty sign of Aries in the next issue.

Mar 21
Sun square Pluto, Full Moon 2* Libra
This Moon is extra yang, with a majority of planets in angular houses and cardinal signs. Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorns will feel the urge to make it happen. Whatever is on the agenda, some things got to give.

Mar 24
Mercury conjunct Venus
Strong instincts with little fore or hindsight, look out for impulsiveness or over-reactions.

Mar 27
Mercury sextile Jupiter, conjunct Uranus
This influence brings finesse and charm to the negotiation table. It sparks creative ideas and inventiveness, so go ahead, be bold.

Mar 28
Venus sextile Jupiter, conjunct Uranus, Jupiter sextile Uranus
Like yesterday there are bright ideas and a busy social calendar. Good for intense dates and making new friends.

Mar 30
Sun square Mars
The month ends on an action oriented note. Like you must do something, anything. So don’t hesitate, just get the job done.



“A Slice of Heaven” is a monthly Astrology column that provides self help insights on making good use of the planetary influences. I’m currently traveling Europe, will be back at the end of April.

I’m a Topanga Psychic, Astrologer and Herbalist and provide spiritual counsel, hands-on healing and no-nonsense readings for individuals, couples and groups. I also produce herbal tinctures, fine aphrodisiac Love potions and can be found online at www.sexpeace.net 310/596-0295