The Fifth House in astrology is the House that reflects our relationships with children. This includes our own biological children, as well as how the parent/child relationship plays out in our lives. Most of us recognize that, for better or worse, how we were parented will forever impact how we rear our children. This is … Read more
Children are the living messages we send to a time we will not see. ~Neil Postman, author and media theorist Segueing from our discussion of playtime, which is an important aspect of the Fifth House of the astrological chart, today we begin to consider another fundamental feature. The Fifth House rules matters to do with … Read more
I am dedicating my post today to my workshop participants, who will be exploring the magic of the Green Realm with me this afternoon, as well as all who cherish their gardens. ~ B. A little too abstract, a little too wise, It is time for us to kiss the earth again, It is time … Read more
Today we continue our exploration of play time in the Fifth House. This is all quoted from the essential classic (and not necessarily for women only!), The Woman’s Comfort Book: A Self-Nurturing Guide for Restoring Balance in Your Life, by Jennifer Louden. Try these, or adapt as you wish (ex: maybe a red clown nose … Read more
My mind rebels at stagnation. Give me problems, give me work, give me the most abstruse cryptogram, or the most intricate analysis, and I am in my own proper atmosphere. But I abhor the dull routine of existence. I crave for mental exaltation. — Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, born May 22, 1859 (a Gemini through … Read more
When you recover or discover something that nourishes your soul and brings joy, care enough about yourself to make room for it in your life. ~Jean Shinoda Bolen In the Fifth House of the astrological Wheel, we are concerned with matters to do with what is created from our love – love for the world, … Read more
Three things cannot be long hidden: the Sun, the Moon, and the truth. ~ Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) The Moon reached Her juicy fullness this morning at 7:09am, Eastern time. When the Sun is in the sign of Taurus, the Full Moon is in Scorpio. Although she will be slipping into the sign of Sagittarius … Read more
I am encoring this article that I shared a couple of years ago, because I think it is so valuable for us to remember; especially when there are so many difficult, disheartening powers that seem to be in ascendance. I particularly dedicate it to the very special folks who are studying with me this Summer, … Read more