Myths about Mercury Retrograde

Mercury is in retrograde right now from July 4th to July 28th. Many people are espouting doomsday rhetoric. This is a time for re-directing, evaluating, and aligning any plans that you have in the works. Just think of it as a time to work with engineers to fine tune any issues that may arise. Past events, people and things will appear around this time. As per the rule it is wise to re-check any documents that are going out for the public and family. Gemini's and Gemini rising will find this a good time to get some much needed rest. Stress levels can accumulate and make even the best people go crazy.
This is a good time to meditate and visulize on your goals and the end results. Oppurtinities may appear that will never materialize again. Just because it comes in a retrograde cycle does not mean it is not good for you. A blessing is a blessing!!

Look at Star Jones!! former host of the "View " on ABC. She annouced her departure from the show before the "agreed" time Barbara Walters and ABC wanted it realeased. A furer came and the media gobbled it up. Star has since picked up a job with HDTV and with her "Star" power she will do well. Barbara Walters mentioned that her exit was not dignified . How dignified can a termination be? No loyaties are there anymore!! This is a good example of how retrograde can change a situation and bring you a different outcome. Barbara is a powerful network executive and Star Jones-Reynolds a strong minded and persistant personality. Star used her ability to be persistant and break for a new position.

The Goddesses who shape the world

With so much emphasis on the planets and our newest discovery we should do well to remember the feminine grace. The primary planets have only one planet named after a female, Venus. The seductive and creative ruler who is legendary for her amorous escapades and beauty. There are other energies that influence how the tide turns as well. It should be noted that before the Roman invaders came to dismantle other pantheons many of those societies were matriarchal. The feminine grace has long been the crowning achievement of success. Many ancient societies had the feminine mysteries grant the final feather in many coronation. Some were the mysterious cults of Ishtar, Isis, Hathor, Hectate to name a few. Listed are a few of the asteroid goddess that rule the sublime influences of the celestial psyche.

Vesta, was the goddess of the hearth and the eternal flame. Which speaks highly of the devout service of the Vestal Virgins who alone were keepers of the divine flame. Many a oracle and seer worked with them at some point. Sex becomes one of the virtues of the "divine flame" and is often misunderstood to be used for control of individuals. The Vestal virgins were keepers of many secrets to include the unique blessings of conjugal unions and the force within them. Psychic and transmutation skins were akin to their blessings. Traditionally women were the sole keepers of Vestia's attributes. In other societies men also were virgins with some becoming eunuchs and keeping many of the vital sexual and creative gifts bestowed upon humanity.

Juno, the Queen Goddess , who was omitted from the primary planetary lineup makes her appearance. She is the jeweled monarch who rules with intrepid grace, strength, power and mystery. In matriarchal societies she was the ruler with a male consort. The Roman and Greeks however placed her in a secondary position but could not dethrone her birthright. As an ultimate ruler with Zeus she rules in her own right. Patroness of midwives, wives and wedded bliss she can extend a dynasty or destroy it. She has bee maligned as a treacherous and lethal wife of an adulterous husband. What would you expect with someone betraying you constantly! She stayed in the marriage not for pedestrian reasons but to teach Tantric mysteries of oneness. Her husband Zeus derived pleasure from her but was wary of her unlimited "knowing". Thus the phrase a woman has "female intuition" came to be. She ruled with fear and to hose who did not uphold her virtues punishment was doled out. She also contains the triple goddess mysteries. The maiden, mother and crone all within her fold. One would do well to learn from her virtues.

Summer is Here!!

Summer brings sweltering heat along with great fertility and opportunity for gathering blessings. As with all seasons each has a time to bear its fruits. Summer is the great time to visualize and follow through on your goals. This is the phase of Cancer, Leo and Virgo. Caner is the warmth and fertility of Mother Nature and releases the agricultural secrets to growth and promotion. Cancer is also a sign that has rulership over Public Relations and Family relationships. Leo is a grand time for drama and anything that heightens one's own status. Financial rewards are possible during this time for any project you are working on. Virgo is the ultimate micro manager who ferrets through the pros and cons of any plan. Be wary that Mercury Retrograde starts on July 4th the day of Independence. With that in mind take the time to expect things to move forward but you may have to add something to it to make it work. I would not be married to any deadlines due to the changes changes that may occur. Prayer works and so does meditation. Imagine a basket and yourself moving in the fields of prosperity. This can be job or love related to your specific needs. Imagine picking fresh strawberries of the vine or oranges sweet to the touch. Each is sweetness and ripeness that relates to your goals. Witrh Mercury in Retrograde for July you may have to bypass some fruit or get another crop altogether. That is fine the corn you see a few yards away is perfect for your plans. It is about sustaining yourself and preparing to reach the next level.