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Ask the Oracle – September 8, 2014

By Julia Bondi

Thank you for taking the time to take questions. I was born July 25, 1982. I’m writing to you because I have been in a waiting game for the love of my life to be released from federal prison for a non-violent, marijuana conviction. He has been sentenced to 22 years. He has filed an appeal and I would like to know how things are looking for us? Thanks for your time. Lots of love to you. (AR)

Unfortunately, the most complete answer Astrology could offer you would require not only your chart but also your love’s chart, the date of his arrest and the date of his trial/sentencing which I don’t have and is beyond the scope of this column. However, we can look at your potential for happiness with the love of your life. It is not surprising to hear that you are and have been facing a shock/loss and tragedy in your love life as transiting Pluto has been opposing your natal Venus, squaring your natal Moon and moving toward a long square to your natal Saturn/Pluto/Mars as transiting Uranus has opposed your Moon, squared your natal Venus and is now opposing your natal Saturn. Wow, this is and has been very painful, unfair and just plain hard. Using the old ruler of Aquarius for your 7th house ruler, Saturn, its natal conjunction to Pluto does indicate the battle you and he are in and will be for a while as both Uranus and Pluto oppose or square your natal Saturn/Pluto which will be some years but nowhere near 22 years, more like 6 or 7 years. I hope his appeal may have been filed recently as transiting Jupiter conjuncted your Sun/Mercury in your 12th house of prison. Or, using the modern ruler of your 7th house, Uranus, the time may be a bit shorter releasing your lover when your solar arc progressed Uranus opposes your natal Venus in 4 years. His chart would confirm the actual time of his imprisonment. After the initial shock of this egregious sentencing for a non-violent crime, it is helpful to know that you, as a Leo, are capable of a true commitment to the one you love and of recognizing the depth of your soul connection (Sun conjunct Mercury in the 12th house). To wait a long time, to stay true to a commitment no matter the cost and to develop the patience to wait never giving up hope does require a strong Saturn which you do have conjunct your Mars/Pluto. You can both wait and fight for love and justice, Moon/Saturn/Pluto/Mars in Libra, the sign of love and justice. Good luck!

I was born October 9, 1988 under a cardinal grand cross (Moon, Mars, Neptune, and Chiron). I’m someone who’s pretty much constantly torn with conflicts. I had to learn many things the hard way through trial and error. Right now I’m in the middle of a transition while I approach my first Saturn Return. I know I’ll be confronted with my fear of committing to a working routine. I have basic needs like anybody else; I crave financial self-sustenance, a family, kids, a husband but this feeling of not belonging anywhere has kept me stuck up to a few years ago. While I’m doing my best now to secure my future (I’m pursuing my University degree), I’m afraid I have already missed many important trains. I know nobody else but me is in charge of my future so no one can predict where I will wind up but I could use some guidance. Sometimes I feel like I’m running after the eternally dangling carrot and nothing I envision seems to manifest. Musically, artistically, financially and academically, I’m also recovering from an incredibly painful breakup (we parted back when Neptune moved into opposition to my natal Venus on March 29, 2014) and it’s like this one wound that will never heal. Mostly because I became aware that no matter how much I try to make myself understood, I speak a different language than most people and I can’t see myself falling in love with someone with whom I can’t connect on a deep spiritual level. Thanks in advance for your precious and appreciated help. (SLE)

You are wise to be aware of your first Saturn Return a full two years before it arrives. If you prepare for your Saturn return, it will mark your arrival into into a life that does begin to feel like you are on the right train on the right track. It is very unlikely that you have missed any important train before your first Saturn Return. Just now, you are in the midst of the transiting Neptune opposition to your natal Venus and square to your natal Jupiter as well as transiting Uranus opposing your natal Sun. Uranus is likely to be the catalyst for your recognition of your being “constantly torn with conflicts” and your being in the middle of a transition; Neptune is certainly the indicator of your recent breakup as well as your feelings of concern regarding your ability/desire to commit to a working routine (Jupiter rules your 6th house of work and routine). Trust your desire to manifest a life with a home, a husband, a family and financial security which is clearly stated by your Sun/Mercury/Pluto in your 4th house of home and family along with your natal Venus in your 2nd house of income and self-sustenance. You do know what you want and need which is just the platform from which you can create what you want. As a Libra Sun with your Moon and Mercury in Libra, a deep love is profoundly important for you in this life. The Neptune loss you have experienced is extraordinarily painful not only due to the actual loss but equally importantly due to the underlying loss of possibility, trust and hope for the future. It is clear from your aspects – progressed Sun conjunct your natal Pluto over the last year, transiting Neptune opposing your natal Venus, and transiting Uranus opposing your Sun – that this relationship was going to end, was an initiation into the knowing you describe about what you truly require in a life partner. Happily, transiting Jupiter has moved across your Ascendant this summer beginning a new chapter of opportunity and possibility in your life; transiting Uranus is clearing your mind bringing understanding and direction; transiting Neptune is guiding you toward your authentic loves creatively and personally; and transiting Uranus is conjunct your Midheaven which is a revelation about and transition into your work for this lifetime. As Saturn is the ruler of your 7th house of marriage, the right timing for your life long relationship is at or after your first Saturn Return by which time, transiting Pluto will square your natal Sun bringing your new, powerful relationship into your life. Supporting that timing is your solar arc progressed Saturn’s arrival at your Descendant, the marriage angle, in 3 years as transiting Pluto nears your Descendant. Using your cardinal cross to focus your considerable energy toward vital, positive, and committed action will bring you the results you seek.

Filed under: Ask the Oracle, Home Oracle Full Moon

About Julia Bondi

Julia Bondi began her study of Astrology and Metaphysics in 1973. Julia has been an accomplished counseling astrologer, intuitive, teacher and writer for more
than 30 years. With degrees in clinical psychology and esoteric philosophy Julia brings insight, clarity and caring to her work. As a seeker, intuitive and teacher Julia draws her wisdom and dedication to spirituality from her moon rising on her ascendant, her 12th house stellium in Gemini and her Pisces midheaven. Julia can be contacted by email.

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Astrologers use a variety of house systems, or methods of dividing up the sky into twelve sections. I use the Porphyry house system; another popular house system is Placidus (this is the default on https://astro.com). If the chart I send you looks different from what you are used to seeing, then likely a system other than Porphyry was used. Whole signs, Equal House, Regiomantus, and Campanus are examples of other systems. If you find all of this confusing, do not worry. It is likely not critical to your report.

m  Conjunction:  Like peas in a pod, planets in conjunction tend to come from the same place. They act together, but it’s also hard to tell them apart. This aspect can increase talent, focus, and intensity (“two are better than one”). Or one planet can disappear as the other dominates. Their connection feels so natural, it’s easy to think everyone blends these planetary energies just as you do—but mostly, they don’t!.

p  Sextile:  Planets in sextile are compatible, though without any fireworks. This aspect doesn’t demand your attention. It quietly presents an opportunity. You can join these archetypal forces. Donna Cunningham has called this the “Oh, that!” aspect, because that’s generally what her clients say when she describes their benefits.  To get the most from sextiles you need to actively work them.

q  Square:  Squares are wild and wonderful—but difficult too. The power struggle between these planets was likely defined in your youth, when they were impossibly challenging. People are usually aware of their squares. They force the issues that make you to grow. And that’s their gift. They ensure you learn your lessons. When you rise to the occasion, they bless you with energy, action, and success.

r  Trine:  Michael Munkasey has dubbed this the “goddess aspect” because it’s so lovely. Identifying talents you may have perfected in a previous life, trines can bring you joy. There’s a nice flow of energy between planets in trine. They support and reinforce each another. But without any struggle, you might take them for granted—neither using nor developing their gifts. An unattended trine can sometimes trick you into negative behaviors.

t  Inconjunct/Quincunx:  Your quincunx planets are innately incompatible. Bringing them into harmonious expression requires constant adjustments. This can be stressful, also motivating. You’ve got to keep changing your process, opinions or attitude—which promotes highly creative solutions.

u  Opposition:  They say opposites attract—and planets in opposition are never far from each other, though they’re constantly bickering. You may be triggered into awareness of this aspect by other people who seem to resist or undermine you.  An opposition can make you feel uncertain, insecure, or discontent, until you can accept and see yourself in both energies. Typically people find it easier to identify with one side and project the other onto unsuspecting others in the outer world.

First House: Personality, physical body, beginnings. Includes the Ascendant and rules physical appearance, the image you project to others, your general outlook on life, how you start things; may describe your role in your family system, often guides your first impression of immediate environment.

Second House: Money and personal finances, sense of self-worth and basic values, personal possessions, talents.

Third House: Communication, thoughts, language skills like writing and speaking, early schooling, siblings and neighbors, short trips, coming and going around town.

Fourth House: Your home, psychological foundations and roots, family, parents, domestic life, instinctive behavior, ancestry, your connection with the past, sense of security, domestic life, real estate. conditions at the end of life.

Fifth House: Children, creativity, romance; pleasure, entertainment, self-expression; all forms of “play”, speculation, gambling, and attitude towards taking risks; hobbies, attitude towards romance, lovers as opposed to partners, attitude towards having fun.

Sixth House: Work and job (as opposed to career), daily life, attitude towards service and coworkers, helpfulness, pets, attitude towards routine and organization, how you refine and perfect your skills.

Seventh House: Partnerships, one-to-one relationships, marriage, the first marriage, the “significant other”, business partnerships, competitors, open enemies, lawyers, mediators, counselors, contracts, negotiations, agreements. clients/the public.

Eighth House: Transformations and crisis, your ability to meet and rebound from crisis and change, sexuality; sex, death and rebirth, rituals and personal growth, your partner’s resources, addictions, psychology, other people’s money, taxes, divorce/alimony, inheritance.

Ninth House: Attitude toward expanding horizons, religious beliefs and personal philosophy, higher education, long-distance travel, morals, foreign languages and cultures, personal truths, publishing, commerce, advertising, your sense of adventure.

Tenth House: Career and profession, your contribution to society, social status, public reputation, material success, how you carve out a public identity for yourself; attitude toward authority figures, parents, caregivers, bosses, governments, attitude towards responsibility, desire for achievement.

Eleventh House: Friends, groups, organizations; hopes, wishes, aspirations, personal goals; your philanthropic attitude, concern for the collective, humanity; like tenth, can bring recognition and honors for fulfilling hopes and dreams.

Twelfth House: What’s hidden beneath the surface, karmic dustbin, limiting childhood/past-life messages, self-undoing, hidden enemies, hidden weaknesses, dreams, secret affairs, lost items, hospitals and prisons, hidden strengths, spiritual studies and soul growth.

A  Sun: Our vitality and magnetism; self-identity, ego.
Roles: The Self, the Hero, the Performer, the King.

B  Moon: Intuition, emotion, nurture.
Roles: The Mother, the High Priestess, the Child.

C  Mercury: Mind; physical dexterity and mental agility.
Roles: The Thinker, the Communicator, the Student, the Trickster, the Merchant, the Thief.

D  Venus: Our capacity for pleasure, receptivity, creativity, and social connection. Also indicates our relationships, self esteem, and financial abundance.
Roles: The Lover, the Seductress, the Artist.

E  Mars: Desire, initiative, anger.
Roles: The Protector, the Athlete, the Warrior.

F  Jupiter: Luck, opportunity, expansion, higher learning, religion.
Roles: The Scholar, the Gypsy, the Traveler, the Monk, the Professor.

G  Saturn: Hard work, commitment, focus, inadequacy, leadership, suffering, loss.
Roles: The Task Master, the Grim Reaper, the Wise Old Man, the Builder, the Cynic, the Boss.

H  Uranus: Change, breakthroughs, upsets, discoveries.
Roles: The Revolutionary, the Humanitarian, the Visionary, the Snob.

I  Neptune: Imagination, spirituality, idealism, addictions, deception, compassion.
Roles: The Artist, the Romantic, the Guru, the Addict, the Martyr, the Victim.

J  Pluto: Transformation, power, psychological dynamics, helplessness.
Roles: The Terrorist, the Detective, the Psychotherapist, the Dictator, shady people.

a  Aries: Pioneering, competitive, selfish, impatient, courageous, reckless, independent, dynamic, domineering, “Me first!”

b  Taurus: Patient, stable, lazy, dependable, practical, sensual, stubborn, artistic, possessive, greedy, gentle, loyal.

c  Gemini: Intelligent, curious, adaptable, quick-witted, restless, clever, scatterbrained, lacking follow-through.

d  Cancer: Nourishing, intuitive, protective, moody, sensitive, maternal, domestic, childish, cautious, creative.

e  Leo: Proud, dignified, vain, expressive, romantic, generous, childish, overbearing, self-assured, creative.

f  Virgo: Perfection-seeking, practical, methodical, petty, critical, studious, discriminating, cautious, never satisfied.

g  Libra: Charming, sociable, peace-loving, refined, diplomatic, artistic, indecisive, apathetic, easily deterred.

h  Scorpio: Passionate, secretive, penetrating, resourceful, suspicious, manipulative, jealous, sarcastic, intolerant, determined, aware.

i  Sagittarius: Freedom-loving, philosophical, optimistic, enthusiastic, careless, impatient, talkative, a know-it-all, broadminded, athletic, honest.

j  Capricorn: Serious, responsible, practical, hardworking, stubborn, brooding, inhibited, status-conscious, domineering, unforgiving.

k  Aquarius: Progressive, individualistic, unpredictable, cold, intellectual, artistic, eccentric, shy, impersonal, scientific.

l  Pisces: Compassionate, intuitive, ungrounded, romantic, impractical, self-sacrificing, seductive, musical, artistic.