Last month’s message was important and bears repeating: 2017 will bring big changes, many fraught with turbulence and previously unthinkable occurrences and events. We must all remember that each of us is capable of doing potentially mysterious, empowering deeds and of displaying courage, integrity and heart so vital and vibrant to the continuation of all that we hold dear– and then, we must do them.
Now, more than ever, these quotes must speak to us and for us:
“Patriotism at the expense of another nation is as wicked as racism at the expense of another race. Let us resolve to be patriots always, nationalists never.” William Sloane Coffin, Jr.
“To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile but is morally treasonable to the American public.” Theodore Roosevelt
“You can build walls all the way to the sky and I will find a way to fly above them. You can try to pin me down with a hundred thousand arms, but I will find a way to resist. And there are many of us out there, more than you think. People who refuse to stop believing. People who love in a world without walls, people who love into hate, into refusal, against hope, and without fear.” Lauren Oliver
THE EMPEROR (March 21 – April 20) Sometimes you can make more progress by pausing what you’re doing, standing still and observing so that you can make more sense of what you’re doing. Wait until all of the facts are in before you plan your next steps– you’ll be glad you did.
THE EMPRESS (April 21 – May 20) These next few weeks will be interesting for you. Circumstances outside your control are about to take control. Don’t resist– go with the flow. You’re on the verge of changing your whole life, so be true to your heart and allow the Universe to assist you.
THE LOVERS (May 21 – June 20) “Live, laugh, love!” It’s an old and true saying. It’s time to let the kid in you express that natural, playful part of yourself. You’ll have more energy to further your cause if you temper your serious side with a healthy dose of levity.
THE CHARIOT (June 21 – July 20) It’s time for you to break free from your old cocoon and fly. Change has been a recurring theme in your life lately, and it’s going to be that way for a while longer. If you surrender to this liberating energy and grow with it, you’ll love the new you.
THE SUN (July 21 – August 22) Focus on your goals this month– it’s important that your energies are properly directed. Participating in structured activities such as yoga, pilates or movement classes is an excellent way for you to realign and redirect your excess energy in a beneficial manner. After this month, the obstacles you’ve encountered will begin to scatter.
THE HERMIT (August 23 – September 22) For the next few weeks you’ll be able to slow your process and examine where you have the most power. Keep your options open and don’t make any binding decisions. That way, when circumstances change dramatically, you’ll be able to take full advantage of the new opportunities.
JUSTICE (September 23 – October 22) Life is more of an adventure and less of a survival course now. You’ll be center stage soon and you’ll have everyone’s attention, so it’s especially important to remember that the company you keep is a reflection of your continued growth and good fortune. Take care to share your hopes, wishes and dreams with like-minded, encouraging souls– a very productive partnership can develop for you.
THE MAGICIAN (October 23 – November 21 It’s time for you to sing a new song. I suggest, “Happy” by Pharrell Williams. You’ve changed and your old themes are no longer serving you. It’s time to find out what your real values are now by getting in touch with your heart’s desires. By so doing, you’ll be happy and the world will join you in celebration.
THE WHEEL OF FORTUNE (November 22 – December 21) Your structure and foundations are strong and the forces are with you now, so put your plans into action. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Assistance will arrive in all forms. Accept it graciously and you’ll reap golden rewards.
THE WORLD (December 22 – January 19) Unlike those who were born to be the center of attention, you must get used to being the focal point of your circle and act accordingly. If you’re not getting what you need from those around you, it’s time to expand your social and/or professional circle. The dynamic energy of people new to your circle will profitably inspire and energize you and the others in your environment.
THE STAR (January 20 – February 19) Your creative energies are at an all-time genius like high. Be decisive as you choose what you’ll create and how you’ll create it, because your creations will carry your name and have tremendous impact on the next few years of your life as well as the lives of others.
THE MOON (February 20 – March 20) You don’t have to shout to get anyone’s attention– you simply have to be. This is a potent time for you and you can manifest what you want. Please remember that you have what others want, so do pause for the applause– your audience will lay gold at your feet.
At long last, here’s Day 1, Part 2 of a Scottish Odyssey 2015 Through My Eyes. It felt good to get back to that time and experience it again. I’d gotten sidetracked by teaching a class on Kim Wilborn’s fantastic 
The intent of our magical, sacred Odyssey is to align with and immerse ourselves in the energy and magic of the area’s most powerful vortexes, thus activating the natural forces that will impel our deepest dreams to come true.
By now, in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres, it’s obvious that we have entered into a very pronounced climatic, emotional and biological phase. For you lucky Southern hemisphere dwellers, that phase is called late Spring, which portends a verdant, luscious, warm Summer season. For us in the Northern hemisphere, there’s no denying it– this phase is called late Fall, which is wasting no time in ushering in all of the characteristics of a barren, cold, often bleak Winter.
Here is Your Mercury Retrograde Survival Kit…
The planet of communication, logic, roadways and best-laid plans, Mercury, will be going retrograde on Monday, May 18th at 8:49pm EDT. It’ll be retrograde until Thursday, June 11@ 5:33pm EDT. I’m being so exact with the date and time because I want all of the lead time I can get and I’m sure you want the same.
I’m for responsible use of my resources, too, but whenever I hear that, I wonder how and why they’ve come to believe that investing in the joy of their heart and Spirit, and the growth of their soul is an act of irresponsibility? Life has taught me that if the Universe has given a person the ability to recognize something the soul wants, it will also give that person the means to obtain it, as well as the means to re-fill their coffers when they do.