Heavenly Hash ~ May 21, 2007

There’s a bunch of possibly crazy making/creativity inspiring/globally unifying patterns out there. While I look out on the porch into the dazzling sunlight reflecting upon red-orange hibiscus flowers, I’ll do my best to not make myself nuttier than usual and successfully weave all this stuff into a useful basket of information. I had intended to post in a couple of days, but I’ll be at the NORWAC conference in Seattle and it’s always mega-busy while there, so here goes.

Today, Venus aligns with the degree of the brightest night time star, Sirius. The Dog Star, or as known in the Hopi tradition, “one who sucks from the belly,” Sirius reminds us to clear debilitating emotional reactions that toxify our relationships with our spirits. Sounds easy. If the urge to nurture or prevent others from experiencing difficulty comes easily, the clearing process takes a touch more work. It’s a matter of resetting priorities such that one focuses upon one’s own emotional requirements first. The claim asserts that a satisfied and sustained individual holds more to offer than a person running on empty. The clearing process also reboots the ever so important belly barometer such that gut instincts once again prevail.

Today and tomorrow, Mercury opposes a generous black hole combo in Sag. With almost too many arrows in the quiver, it might be difficult to decide which arrow should be targeted against lofty aspirations. Hesitation results in the “I shudda said that” syndrome. Here, the Universe prompts those with something to say to speak up based upon their experience and accumulated wisdom. Offer insights without insistence. Knowledge and insight tested in the lab of life provide invaluable ideas to others if shared. If not shared, regret may later seep in, knowing that the insights held might have rendered another individual quite a bit of support and mnemonic nurturing. On the other side of the Geminian coin, those offering purely speculative ideas of which they have no knowledge... well, you know.

Swiftly, the fleet footed Mercury moves on to oppose the Galactic Center (5/26) and shortly there after, Pluto. Ideas pour into to the conscious mind whether one wants them or not. Others know that you took the informational input, because they could see it in your eyes when it clicked. When the lights go on, the reception of cosmic insight is confirmed. Recalling the potential recent regrets resulting from not declaring what you wanted to share, no lying here. Pluto insists that you not hold back and tell the whole truth about what you’re thinking. If others prompt for your latest/greatest insight, let it rip. Even though the GC-based ideas may not actually get heard, accepted or applied, spill them. Others grow into them. It just takes some time. The sooner seeds are planted, the sooner sprouts appear.

Mars transits the fabulously interesting dwarf planet, 136108 (2003 EL61) on May 31^st. The “spin doctor” dwarf maintains the fastest spin rate of any body in our solar system. With two moons, this body travels with an additional entourage of five non-lunar, icy Kuiper Belt bodies (though it seems to be mostly rock). The conclusion reached by astronomers is that 136108 confirms a nasty collision at the edge of our solar system some time ago. Probably significantly larger than Pluto at one time, this body took a hit. During the impact the icy crust common in Kuiper bodies exploded into new Kuiper Belt objects, leaving the rock core of 136108 behind.

Many metaphors could come from the transit of impact-inclined Mars to 136108. Simply, spin-offs from core ideas could result. There could be collision consciousness to the point where finally aviation legislators find the money to put adequate collision avoidance systems on runways, in airplanes and so on. Cities might decide to reorganize the flow of traffic and redefine one-way and two-way streets. Personally, in a crowded world individuals might rally some persons to follow and leave others behind. As the old saying goes: You can lead a horse to water, but you cannot make it do the backstroke. Respin all ideas. Come up with fresh PR, new buzz and fired up chatter that intends to flow toward a destination of reclamation.

Looking ahead and stopping one step short of forecasting an interval of less than a rosy prognosis, it’s time for a touch of “forewarned is forearmed.” On June 12, Mars aligns with Eris in Aries. In the myths, Eris loved hanging out with Ares (Aries). Ironically, Eris stands most distant from the Sun in the sign of Aries (as seen by astrologers, mind you) and in so doing, spends about 20% of her time in the sign; that’s by far the majority of her time. Eris loved bloodshed and stirring the pot. In terms of global controversy and agitation, tensions likely rise to the boiling point, and unfortunately in some instances, beyond. In personal matters, the tendency in interactions with others will be to appeal to vanity first. When one acknowledges another’s beauty, fiscal prowess or charm, if the renderings come off as sincere, progress occurs. If the flattery appears idle, then it seems as though one person simply sucks up for personal gain. That perception results in certain dismissal.

Given that Eris has to do with one’s perception of personal progress and proficiency in life, work to ensure that the life standards to which you prescribe are entirely self-referential. Should one feel snubbed, ask to feel included by the evidently excluding parties and accept the response to the request. Forcing any fit with Mars-Eris inspires hostility. Ultimately, it’s all about you anyway. Another person can bend over backward on a hot red Pilate ball to affirm your worthiness, but if you don’t get it, it doesn’t matter anyway. Sell the self on the self. Assign the conversion of ego into soulful confidence as your personal pilgrimage.

When the Sun opposes the Galactic Center on June 17^th (a Pluto for the next few days following) a clearing of the air naturally occurs. Morning mists fade under the brilliance of the warming light that asks, “What have we learned?” It’s a 1,500 word thesis of personal experience iterating recent realizations of ways to avert unnecessary impulsiveness, eliminate insecurity and defensiveness, and to reduce the need for territorial markings. Live and let life from a place of insight? Better yet. With a clear set of emotional instincts, ideas of heavenly proportion and a fervor for personal excellence, one flourishes. Set yourself as the icon of personal idolatry. There’s an awesome idea. That’s on your altar, only, by the way.