© 2012 - Reprinted with permission from Shining Lotus Metaphysical Bookstore Newsletter Dec 12
by Marci McCaffery
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| Astrologer Marci McCaffery |
SAGITTARIUS (November 23-December 21)
Key phrase:
I SEE
I SEE
At worst we might feel as if everything is coming apart. At best we align with the flow and open to the opportunities presented to us in this shifting field of cosmic energy
Well it’s finally here, December 2012. After decades of ponderings, prophecies, speculations, and forewarnings, the most talked about time in human history is upon us. The world has not ended, but we do stand at the threshold of tremendous change. We have reached a crossroad in consciousness where our altered sense of reality has separated us from an unconscious past, to an uncharted future. In retrospect, 2012 has been a year in which we awakened from our own illusions. Where we go from here is one of free will choice. We can stay with the status quo or bravely choose the unknown and move forward.
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| SAGITTARIUS by Josephine Wall |
This month, we are likely to feel more optimistic. The Sun moves out of Scorpio into the enthusiastic, forward-moving, fire sign of Sagittarius. This sign represents the search for truth and the perception of the higher mind to embrace the “big picture.” Its energy serves to elevate the consciousness of the human vibration through the highest possible level of spiritual awareness. It offers the virtues of faith, hope, trust and vision to accomplish the impossible.
It’s by no coincidence that two major events occurred last month, delivering compelling messages of change, unity and hope. We watched as the East Coast braced itself for one of the most devastating hurricanes in US history. It was considered the second-costliest storms, only surpassed by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. When Hurricane Sandy hit, people took to the Internet to document the aftermath of storm’s horrific damage, death and destruction. For some, it was the only source of news and information following the storm. It brought people together through community and new ways of being. People continue to offer their generous support with heartfelt compassion, highlighting what truly matters; the unification of heart in the greater collective of humanity. See random acts of kindness on Facebook
On November 6th, the future voted. The momentum was set on “Forward,” as the majority opted for change. President Obama scored a decisive second term victory for four more years, signaling the irreversible triumph of a new 21st-century. His victory speech conveyed a powerful message of hope, inclusion, unity and possibility for all. He/We have much work to do collectively and individually move towards that goal. Only a can-do consciousness, held in constant vision of possibility will prevail.
Four planetary realignments are featured this month, including the Sagittarius New Moon which occurs on December 13th at 21 degrees Sagittarius. We are encouraged to explore our spiritual potential and soul contracts to understand the meaning of “inner truth.” On the same day, Uranus, “The Awakener Planet”, makes a shift forward, ending past frustrations encountered during its five month retrograde cycle. Its significance suggests that it’s time to embrace something new. On the 10th and 15th respectively, both Mercury and Venus move into optimistic Sagittarius, restoring confidence and providing new opportunities for love.
On December 21, 2012, for the first time in 26,000 years, the Sun will align to conjunct the intersection of our Milky Way (the galaxy that contains our Solar System.) This date, recorded in the Mayan “Calendar,” has long become the focal point of end-time predictions.
The Winter Solstice on December 21, 2012, like all Winter Solstices is the darkest day of the yearly cycle. It represents the beginning of the return to the light and is considered an ending, but not the end of the world. The timing of this galactic alignment is significant because the “Great Cycle” resets to a totally new era, unlike the present one. It holds the promise that the end of one cycle is simply the beginning of the next. The orbit of our Solar System will align with what is called the “Dark Rift” in the equator of our rotating Milky Way Galaxy. This forms a planetary configuration known as “A Yod”, called the finger of God, representing an aspect of destiny which appears to point the way forward. Its shape is like an isosceles triangle which is created when two planets make a favorable sextile to each other (a 60 degree aspect). The third planet is at the inverse midpoint, forming a quincunx, (150 degree angle) to the two planets in sextile, at either end of its base. A quincunx is a challenging aspect requiring difficult adjustments and compromise. Its energy demands practicality, suggesting that something must be eliminated, to allow for necessary changes to take place. Often described as “being between a rock and a hard place.” There is no backing down. We are compelled to take action and trust our intuition in the process. When this configuration is activated, very radical changes occur that are strong enough to affect the personality in a way that produces much uncertainty, unusual tensions and great unrest. The three planets involved include; Saturn in Scorpio and Pluto in Capricorn and the finger points to Jupiter in Gemini. All planets are at eight degrees which in numerology signifies power and transformation, suggestive of a rebirth. This also represents a channel opening for cosmic energy to flow through the earth, cleansing it and raising it to a higher level of vibration. In Mayan cosmology, the Dark Rift is associated with a spiritual awakening.
Things You Can Do Now
} Think positive thoughts
} Embrace change
} Whenever it feels like things are too much – bring it back to your breath and breathe
} Pray
} Trust your instincts
} Stay in Gratitude for all that is
} Do good deeds for others without attachment to outcome
} Forgive often
} Take nothing personally
} Get into nature as much as possible
} Take time to do the things you love
} Don’t obsess too much about what you can’t change
Happy Holidays! I leave you with this uplifting video on 2012. In gratitude, I appreciate your love and support during this past year. Collectively, we can hold a vision for possibility to thrive in the coming New Year!
Copyright Stardirection 2012 All rights reserved
Marcia McCaffery is an NCGR certified astrological counselor specializing in life purpose, career and relationship readings. She is also a Reiki master teacher, a spiritual advisor, and an accredited business/life direction coach with a private practice in the Denver area. She has a lifelong involvement with meditation, spiritual studies and the healing arts. She is a featured astrological consultant at Shining Lotus™ Metaphysical Bookstore To learn how these changes impact you personally, contact Marci atstardirection@comcast.net For free, valuable resources visit her web site at http://www.stardirectionastrology.com/
