Significant Transits and other Astrological Events ©
By Jim Schultz
9/23/12 – 12:19 am – Moon occults Pluto 6 Capricorn 57
The Moon adds her energy to the Uranus Pluto square. Feelings may run fast, high and deep. Be open. Feel it. Embrace it. Savor it. When the time is right, you will know what it is all about.
9/27/12 – 1:50 am – Venus 23 Leo 09 3rd quarter square Mars 23 Scorpio 09
Passions run high and intensity deep. You may feel as if you are on overload. Proceed with caution. Try to maintain a balance between what you desire and how you try to satisfy those desires.
9/29/12 – Sun and Moon dance with Uranus and Pluto
Say what? This is a four planet five exact aspect cardinal T-Square kind of day today. Brings to mind a song from several years ago, “Can You Feel It” by Ricky Lynn Gregg. With this combo most anything is possible. If you have planets or other sensitive points at 5-8 degrees of any of the cardinal signs, Aries, Cancer, Libra or Capricorn, this could be a day you will want to write about and remember.
9/29/12 - 12:16 am – Sun 6 Libra 33 opposes retrograde Uranus 6 Aries 33
We start with the need to find a balance between being true to our self and the urge to do something “wild and crazy.”
9/29/12 - 10:54 am – Sun 6 Libra 59 3rd quarter square Pluto 6 Capricorn 59
Another “crisis of consciousness” square. What do we need to be aware of? What is it that no longer serves us? Is there a flaw in our BS (belief system)?
9/29/12 - 6:40 pm – Moon conjunct retrograde Uranus 6 Aries 31
Emotions, feelings and instincts may be on erratic overload. Hang on. Thanks to the fast moving Moon, this too shall pass fairly quickly.
9/29/12 - 7:44 pm – Moon 6 Aries 59 1st quarter square Pluto 6 Capricorn 59
And now a “crisis of action” square to prepare us for the full Moon. Are we ready for the harvest? Do we know which are the “fruits” of our harvest and which the unneeded “weeds?”
9/29/12 - 8:19 pm – Full Moon 7 Aries 22 opposes Sun 7 Libra 22
This is IT! While all full Moon’s are considered “harvest time” for whatever seed may have been planted at the preceding new Moon, this is actually The Annual Harvest Moon. Generally, the first full Moon after 45the fall equinox is called the “Harvest Moon” because it provides extra light to allow the farmers to continue harvesting their crops into the night. What is your big harvest for this year? What seeds did you plant with the first new Moon after the spring equinox, March 22 at 2 Aries 2? It’s harvest time now.
10/2/12 – 11:59 pm - Venus enters Virgo
Venus bids adieu to “I’m so pretty, you’re so vain” Leo and enters “I find pleasure in what I can do for others” Virgo. Can you feel it?
10/3/12 – 3:28 pm – Venus 0 Virgo 45 opposes Neptune 0 Pisces 45
Is it love or is it a dream? Romantic unrequited love, the one that got away may be on your mind again. Yesterday, I may have been over you, but today I started loving you again.
10/3/12 – 7 pm MDT – Denver, CO – First of three Presidential Debates of 2012
Seems like everything is either still happening or going to happen soon. The Venus opposition Neptune and the Pluto square Uranus aspects are still close (within orb for you astrologers) and very active. While Jupiter (planet of kings and rulers) is still technically direct, it is at 16 Gemini 22’, the degree and minute in zodiacal terms where it will station retrograde tomorrow. The chart for the 7pm MDT start time has Aries rising with Capricorn at the Midheaven. Cardinal angles indicates that the campaign will really be kicking into high gear now with less than 5 weeks to election day. Does this bode well for the incumbent or the challenger? Tune in to find out but don’t expect a “clear” winner as the fog and confusion of Neptune will probably keep most people guessing for a while.
10/4/12 – 6:18 am – Jupiter 16 Gemini 22 stations retrograde
Holy History Batman! October 5, 1929, three weeks before the stock market crash began that is generally considered to have marked the beginning of the Great Depression, Jupiter stationed retrograde at 16 Gemini 24. Let us hope that history does not repeat itself. “Those who donot learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” ~ George Santayana. If you have a planet or sensitive point at 16 of one of the mutable signs, Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius or Pisces, this could be a significant Jupiter retrograde for you as the Moon will occult Jupiter at this same point tomorrow.
10/5/12 – 2:44 am – Mercury conjuncts Saturn 29 Libra 57
The truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth will do.
10/5/12 –3:35 am – Mercury enters Scorpio
Bite your tongue. As Alice Roosevelt is quoted as once saying “If you can’t say anything nice about someone, sit next to me.”
10/5/12 – 1:33 pm – Saturn enters Scorpio and says good-bye to Libra until September 5, 2039
Saturn leaves the sign of his exaltation entering the intense,still deep waters of fixed water sign Scorpio realm of Pluto.
10/5/12 – 2:08 pm – Moon occults Jupiter 16 Gemini 22 for the fifth time, three more to come in 2012
Visible in the southernmost parts of Australia and the southern oceans. Wrong time of day in US. Didn’t we just do this? Yes, we did last month (9/8/12) and the month before and next month (11/1/12) as well. This is the most exact of conjunctions in which both the Moon and Jupiter are aligned by zodiacal degree and degree of declination. If visible, we would see the Moon move in front of and block Jupiter from our view. Is the Moon blocking or channeling Jupiter’s energy for us?
10/6/12 – 8:21 pm – Mars leaves Scorpio his old home sign and enters Sagittarius
Will the mutable fires of Sagittarius melt the cold icy waters of fixed Scorpio? This may be an opportune time to make sense of what we may have been feeling for the past 6 1/2 weeks as Mars moved through Scorpio.
10/7/12 – 7:12 pm – Mars 0 Sagittarius 40 3rd quarter square retrograde Neptune 0 Pisces 40
Remember the Venus opposition Neptune of 10/3, you should as Mars, uncharacteristically late to the party, adds his energy to the opposition by creating a mutable T-square. What are you willing to do to make that ideal romance real? Is it even possible or just another dream? The mutable nature of this T-square makes it difficult at best, in not most unlikely.
10/8/12 – 12:33 am PDT – Third quarter Moon 15 Cancer 25 square Sun 15 Libra 25
This is a third quarter “crisis of consciousness” square. What have I done? Doubts may arise as to actions taken. This is not the time for the faint of heart. Time to clear out the stuff (things, ideas, etc.) that aren’t working and make room for new thoughts, ideas or actions. Uncertainty may be the order of the day as the Moon now goes void-of-course for the next 28 hours. This is the first of several void-of-course periods lasting more than 20 hours.
10/9/12 – 4:55 am – Moon enters Leo
After more than 28 hours, the long void-of-course period of uncertainty and confusion is over. Things may be clearer now allowing for more confidence to move forward.
10/10/12 – 2:40 pm – Moon in Leo goes void-of-course
Didn’t we just do this? Yes, but here we go again. After sextiling (60 degree generally easy flowing aspect) the Sun 17 Libra 59, Moon 17 Leo 59, goes void-of-course again. A period of possible confusion or uncertainty to repeat itself over the next 22 hours. Good time to review, rethink or reconsider. Generally not a good time to start something new if it can be delayed for a few hours.
10/11/12 – 12:23 pm – Moon enters Virgo
After almost 22 hours, this long void-of-course is finally over. Heads up, this cycle of nearly day long void-of-course periods will last for a few more daze (yes, I know it should be days, but it may seem that “daze” is more appropriate). This is happening because all of the other planets are positioned in early degrees of the signs they are in.
10/11/12 – 9 pm EDT – Danville, KY – Vice Presidential Debate
The good news is that Venus is no longer in orb for the opposition to Neptune as it was for the first Presidential debate and the Moon isn’t void-of-course. The bad news is that the Pluto Uranus square is still in orb and at play and the Moon has taken Venus’ place and is still in orb and opposing Neptune. Since the Moon represents the people in this chart, it would appear that one or both candidates may be working the “smoke and mirrors” on the public. Will Biden show his “silver tongue” to go along with his silver hair or will the young upstart Ryan steal the show? A clear winner, probably not as with 29 Taurus 50 rising at the 9 pm air time, things may not come off quite as expected for Gemini will be rising during the debate. Loose lips sink great ships.
10/12/12 – 4:48 pm PDT – Moon in Virgo goes void-of-course
Following a first quarter, crisis of action, square to Jupiter, the Moon 16 Virgo 15 goes void-of-course for the next 23 hours. Here we go again.
10/13/12 – 4:02 pm – Moon enters Libra
How apropos, after more than 23 hours void-of-course we have a day in which there are no major aspects between the Moon and any planet or between any of the other planets either. The final 8 hours of this day could be very productive if one chooses to burn the midnight oil.
10/15/12 – 5:03 am – New Moon conjunct Sun 22 Libra 32
Following the new Moon, the Moon goes void-of-course again, but this time for only 12 hours before entering Scorpio at 5:06 pm. Good day for cleaning up old “stuff.”
10/16/12 – 4:34 pm PDT – Venus 16 Virgo 07 square retrograde Jupiter 16 Gemini 07
This is a first quarter square of Venus to Jupiter signifying a crisis of action. This square also continues the activation of the Mars and Venus retrogrades earlier this year. If those retrogrades affected you, expect more during this time. You may feel a need to act without knowing for sure why or what to do. Adding to this square is an inconjunct (150 degree angle) from Jupiter to Mercury 16 Scorpio 10. The nature of this aspect is a feeling of a need to make a choice. Quite apropos as the second Presidential Debate is only hours away. Pay attention!
10/16/12 – 9:00 pm EDT – Hempstead, NY – Second Presidential Debate
Gemini is rising as the debate begins with retrograde Jupiter, ruling planet of the Republican Party in the 12th house. Jupiter in the 12th house is sometimes referred to as being like having an angel on your shoulder. But whose shoulder is the angel sitting on for this debate?
10/16/12 – 10:23 pm EDT / 7:23 pm PDT – Moon occults (super conjunction) Mercury 16 Scorpio 19
Good news, this won’t be visible from any populated areas. Bad news, second Presidential debate is under way. Not enough for you? Following this conjunction the Moon goes void-of-course (10:23 pm EDT) for the next 22 hours. What did the candidates leave unsaid? What questions were unanswered for the people (represented by the Moon)? Or will the Moon help to focus what the candidates are saying? Will the people hear the truth? Will the void-of-course provide a time for us to find clarity? What of our need to act, to choose because of the Jupiter Venus Mercury aspects earlier? Will the Moon block the mental clarity of Mercury leading to more confusion and uncertainty compounded by the void-of-course?
10/17/12 – 5:26 pm PDT – Moon enters Sagittarius
This marks the end of the 22 hour void-of-course. Will we gain clarity at this time? Will the debate make sense now? It seems we may now have a brief respite as there are no major planetary aspects or extended void-of-course periods for a few days.
10/18/12 – 5:41 am – Mercury 18 Scorpio 10 enters the Shadow
Mercury crosses the degree at which it will station direct on November 26, 2012. This marks the beginning of the “shadow,” that area of the zodiac which Mercury will transit three times. This first direct pass is when the “do-over’s” required by the coming retrograde are first planted or may enter into our consciousness.
10/21/12 – 8:32 pm – Moon 29 Capricorn 09 first quarter square Sun 29 Libra 09
Another first quarter crisis of action square. What to do? While there may be uncertainty, this may be a time when it is better to act then to do nothing as both are in the last degree of cardinal, action signs.
10/22/12 – 5:14 pm – Sun bids adieu to Libra and enters Scorpio
Feel the shift as the Sun moves from trying to please everyone Libra to plumbing the depths of our soul Scorpio.
10/22/12 – 9 pm EDT – Boca Raton, FL – Third Presidential Debate
Just what we need. A Presidential Debate with Mercury in its shadow. Mercury stations retrograde on Election Day. What does this portend? Will something one of the candidates says during the debate come back to bite them on Election Day? Or will the people find out to late to change their votes? Only time will tell.
10/25/12 – 1:32 am PDT – Sun conjunct Saturn 2 Scorpio 20
An air of seriousness may pervade the day as these two meet in intense Scorpio. Try not to take yourself or others to seriously but remember to be considerate and respectful of others, their similarities and their differences.
10/27/12 – 6:32 pm – Moon in Aries goes void-of-course
Following an easy flowing sextile to retrograde Jupiter, the Moon 15 Aries 27 goes void-of-course for over 28 hours. Enjoy the evening and the uncertainty for it is about to change.
10/28/12 – This is a very busy day as two personal planets change signs so be sure to read all the events.
10/28/12 – 5:56 am – Mars 15 Sagittarius 25 opposes retrograde Jupiter 15 Gemini 25
Mars demands action and Jupiter offers more than expected. But with Jupiter retrograde and both planets in mutable signs, controlling the action for the desired outcome will be a challenge. Where is Saturn when you need him? Proceed with caution. If you are going to strike a match, be sure you aren’t standing in gas fumes when you do.
10/28/12 – 6:04 am – Venus enters Libra
Venus bids adieu to service oriented Virgo and enters her other home sign of relationship oriented Libra. Can you feel the shift? Reread the above before you take action on any relationship issues. Note the Moon is still void-of-course, so wait.
10/28/12 – 11:15 pm – Moon enters Taurus
Finally, after more than 28 hours the long void-of-course is over. Are things starting to make sense now? Wait, today’s shifts aren’t done yet.
10/28/12 – 11:18 pm – Mercury enters Sagittarius
Mercury bids adieu to intense introspective Scorpio and enters optimistic philosophical Sagittarius. Do you feel the shift? Hang on, Mercury will be stationing retrograde in a few days and will return to Scorpio for some unfinished business.
10/29/12 – 10:41 am – Mercury 0 Sagittarius 24 squares retrograde Neptune 0 Pisces 24
This is a third quarter, crisis of consciousness square. With Neptune retrograde and Mercury in its shadow, can we be sure of anything we think or hear from others? Be careful of what you say, be very careful.
10/29/12 – 12:49 pm – Full Moon 6 Taurus 48 opposes Sun 6 Scorpio 48
On the short cycle, this is the culmination or harvest point of the 10/15/12 New Moon. On a longer cycle, this full Moon also represents the culmination of the new Moon of 4/21/12 at 1 Taurus 35. What long germinating seeds that were planted then are ready to harvest now? With all the other energy flowing from yesterday and today can you be sure? Think carefully before acting. Have you considered all the options and possibilities? While caution may be the word of the day, don’t succumb to paralysis by analysis.
10/29/12 – 2:01 pm – Moon in Taurus goes void-of-course
Following an easy flowing trine to Pluto, if there is such a thing as easy when it comes to Pluto, the Moon 7 Taurus 24 goes void-of-course for the next 45 hours and 39 minutes. This is an extremely long void-of-course so proceed accordingly.
10/30/31 – Moon in Taurus void-of-course all day
Probably best not to try anything new today. Just keep on keeping on for now.
10/31/12 – 11:40 am – Moon enters Gemini
At last, this unusually long void-of-course is over. Now it is Halloween or All Saints Eve, the night when the veil between worlds is the thinnest. Relax. Treat yourself to some Halloween candy, but don’t overdo. Watch a scary movie or go ghost hunting with friends.
11/1/12 – 3:06 pm – Venus 5 Libra 18 opposes retrograde Uranus 5 Aries 18
Beware issues or challenges involving relationships with others or in finding balance in your own life between your needs and those of your relationships. Expect the unexpected.
11/1/12 – 6:18 pm – Moon occults (super conjunction) retrograde Jupiter 15 Gemini 02
This occultation has already occurred several times this year. This one should be visible in most of South Africa and parts of the southern ocean. With Jupiter being the ruling planet of the Republican Party, does this bode good or ill for them? Does the occultation bring clarity to the people (Moon) or are the people blocked from seeing something important? We should know shortly as the election is only 5 days away.