October 23 2013 at 2;10 am the Sun moves into the Zodiac sign of Scorpio.
Scorpio:Feminine, Fixed, Water
Scorpio folk are very sensitive beings hence they feel everything most intensely.
They are fantastic detectives and great at research work, because they are happy to sift through all the information until they find what they are looking for.
Scorpio peeps can be subtle, which allows them to manipulate situations and or people towards change.
Negatively these guys and gals because they are so sensitive can struggle with feelings of jealously or obsessiveness, and can be drawn towards crisis situations and dangerous people.
Thanks to all Scorpios for their unrelenting drive and determination…. ☺
Happy Birthday to: Claire, Milton, Tyler, Bromleigh, Diane and Jack….and to all who celebrate this Zodiac sign…. ☺
As our Lady becomes full this month at 7:38 at the tail end of Aries, she will also become void off course until she enters into Taurus on October 19 at 3:27 am.
The Full Moon is the perfect time to finish up on projects and get those loose ends sorted out… Traditionally the Full Moon is not the best time to begin new projects… so don’t start a new exercise regime this weekend, chances are you won’t stick with it, wait for the New Moon to pop up again…
The full moon will still carry with her the influence of an Aries moon, but it will be peppered with the influence of the Taurus moon.
The moon in Aries is bold, up for an adventure and not too happy to sit back and let things happen without putting in a word or two no matter who it might upset at the time. Boredom may take a hold regarding projects begun under the new moon and finishing them up now might not look like the most adventurous thing to be doing, but with some effort, encourage and support from others, it’s still possible to get them done. Watch out for starting arguments just to prove your point, or because you are feeling feistier then usual.
The moon in Taurus is sensual and secure at least that’s what she needs now. Its time to spend appreciating nature, listening to good music and eating good food. If change is required now, it’s not likely to go down too well, especially if its change brought about through something or someone beyond your control. Taking care of money issues may be in focus, or you could be unduly worried about a financial or residential situation. If changes do need to take place now against your will, it’s best to “grin and bear it” for the time being, resisting could cause added and unnecessary stress.
This Full Moon is likely to have a stronger effect on those with one or more of the following…
Aries Moon: Taurus Moon: Aries Sun: Taurus Sun: Moon in the 1st house: Moon in the 2nd house: Moon in 12 th house:
Aspects made to the moon will also have a stronger effect on some people. Negative aspects may produce challenging times, whereas positive aspects may produce windows of opportunity.
When the moon is void off course we can be unsure as to how we are really feeling about something or something, it’s therefore advisable to stick to routine tasks at this time. If any legal documents or long-term commitments are in the picture take care to make sure you understand everything that is involved before signing… Delaying important decisions and commitments is highly recommended when the moon is void off course…
Lunar Eclipse: October 18 2013 at 7:50 pm: Situations and relationship/partnership issues begun on a Lunar Eclipse may proceed for a longer time or have a stronger influence. It is important then, that decisions made and relationship/partnerships entered into under a full moon lunar eclipse influence should be carefully considered before any commitment is made.
Well it appears we aren’t alone, David Suzuki and other scientists have also noticed the decline… In fact an 80% decline from previous years, and apparently it’s the worst in 20 years. They don’t really know the reason why, but it could be contributed to the constant “raping” and destroying of native habitats.
We can help out these fabulous butterflies by planting in our gardens and our balconies, the type of flowers they can’t resist… These are nectar producing flowers such as the following…
Milkweed: This is imperative to their survival, less and less is growing.
Wild Bergamot
New England Aster
Black Eyed Susans
Flower Colours: Yellow: Pink:Orange:Purple..
Please Click Here to read Dr. David Suzuki’s article.
The Moon in Libra is focused on relationships, partnerships and beauty. Libra loves to feel comfortable in her surroundings, making this new moon a fabulous time to decorate the home office or person. Your eye may be drawn to works of art and items that will help your space feel more luxurious or beautiful. It’s easier to compromise with others and hopefully relationships should be moving along smoothly. If you are single the urge to be in a relationship could be stronger, so take care when going out on a date under this influence, all may come up roses’… on the other hand once this influence has passed you may not be feeling the same way about the object of your affections. Take care to watch the budget, especially if you are prompted to make improvements to your living space…
New moon in the 4th quarter. A good time to “draw back” to reflect on past events and what has been (or has not been) accomplished. Time to clear the slate and plan for the New Moon stage.
New Moon in the 1st quarter: Our lady becomes visible 5.5 to 12 hours after ‘her birth” she is delicate but strong, eager to start anew almost with the innocence of a babe she wants to begin again and explore all that she can. This is the absolute best time to begin your new projects, especially any projects or ideas that relate to the home and family. Family is anyone you wish to include which for some may be college’s friends, neighbours and co-workers.
When the moon is void off course we can be unsure as to how we are really feeling about something or someone, it’s therefore advisable to stick to routine tasks at this time. If any legal documents or long-term commitments are in the picture take care to make sure you understand everything that is involved before signing… Delaying important decisions and commitments is highly recommended when the moon is void off course…
A solar eclipse can have an influence on us making things, plans, issues and or situations that happen during an eclipse last longer than usual. Sometime’s it’s unavoidable and plans have to be made, ideas need to be put into motion and there are some people we just can’t get away from or do without…. In these cases patience is strongly advised. Our last Solar Eclipse was on May 9 2013.
Those most influenced by this month’s New Moon are those who have the following:
Moon in Libra: Venus in Libra: Sun in Libra: Moon in the 5th house: Sun in the 5th house:
For those who have oppositions or square aspects to the moon, these may prove to be challenging times, if this is the case you are advised not to force issues at this time. For those who have trines or sextiles, these may prove to be opportune times.
National Tree Day will serve as a celebration for all Canadians to appreciate the great benefits that trees provide us – clean air, wildlife habitat, reducing energy demand and connecting with nature.
On March 2, 2011 a private members motion to declare the Wednesday of National Forest Week, National Tree Day, received consent from the House of Commons. The motion was presented by Royal Galipeau, M.P., at the urging of Tree Canada.
Recently, I came across a story in the Whitby This Week local paper that touched my heart and thought it was a nice way to honour this years National Tree Day. ..
Thanks to Parvaneh Pession for putting the story together. It focuses on the Tree planting Event at Whitby’s Ontario Shores this past Sept 14 2013.
The event, is one of 143 TD “Friends of the Environment” Tree days and brought together volunteers, staff and patients from Ontario Shores to create a healthy and comforting natural environment by planting trees. Ontario Shores physician in Chief, Dr. Ian Dawe stated the following…
The better a connection our patients can have with nature and the environment, the better and more natural we know their recovery to be.
Trees and the natural environment help mental health. They have a favourable influence on the human mind and body and according to certain studies, interacting with nature has a refreshing effect on our abilities of attention by increasing awareness stimuli for individuals with mental health issues.
Mental health issues do not stop or start with what we traditionally understand as such to be. Each and every day, everyone of us may struggle with our mental health. We get stressed, we worry, we feel anxious, doubtful, there are even days when we aren’t sure if we can make it through with out going “crazy” or “flying off of the handle”.
As we move through our day trying to react “normally” while we may have pressing and concerning issues stomping around in our heads, our physical bodies are also feeling the stress. Our heart rate goes up as we become anxious or feel we may be running out of time to get everything done, we may eat more bad food or forget to eat at all, and we may find it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep.
At some point our physical, emotional and mental beings will revolt, they will fight back, trying to get our attention, by getting “us” sick, by “letting us” forget or miss important appointments, and some of us burst into tears or getting very angry.
How can we help ourselves take care of ourselves?
We are getting smarter, we know we need to watch what we eat, we know we need to walk more, and exercise.. and some of us are lucky enough to understand how meditation works and set aside time to get these healthy things into our day, week or month…
With the above information from Dr. Dawe… it makes sense to take time out to “hug a tree” and walk softly upon mother earth. It can only do us some good in this crazy, upside down world… and while we are at it… we can give thanks to the trees, they shade us and they give us fabulous energy and fill our air with oxygen… we truly cannot do with out them.. its time to work with our trees, not against them..
