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The Moon Valley Astrologer's Journal consists of a variety of articles on prediction methods, some previously featured in magazines or on the Internet. 

Retrograde Mercury                                 

When Mercury is nearest the Earth, it appears from here to reverse in motion, traveling backward or “retrograde” for about three weeks. Influencing our mental processes, communication and transportation, the retrograde motion of Mercury reflects these affairs. 

Mercury's next retrograde period begins September 23rd, when Mercury stations at 22º Libra. It moves back to 7º Libra, from where it resumes direct motion on October 15th. 

As Mercury slows down in direct motion, ready to make a “station” before backing up, the smooth flow of communication begins to fade. We determinedly press on.

While Mercury is retrograde, delays are to be expected. The usual channels of communication become scrambled, devices used for communication are faulty, contacts one needs to make are impossible, etc. Mercury's retrograde periods have more effects as we become more sophisticated in our communications technology.

The best way to use Mercury’s retrograde period is to review, research and reevaluate. That’s mostly what is being accomplished anyway. As a matter of fact, Mercury’s retrograde period is really a period of opportunity to re-think, re-construct and re-define ideas or projects. Remaining versatile, a talent of Mercury, enables one to continue making progress – it may just not be according to the schedule we'd like to have met.

It’s usually recommended to hold off on putting final decisions into effect until after Mercury has returned to direct motion. Until then, things are just too "iffy" or there is one strand of missing information that could change everything. This is more important if papers need to be signed or if there is a contract. Errors are likely and likely to be missed. Agreements made now may later turn out to be unclear or inadequate. Work done during Mercury’s retrograde period usually turns out to be incomplete or there are other consequences. This includes repair work, surgery, or jobs that we push through in spite of caution signs along the way.

If implementing a decision would normally be followed by a delay factor anyway, it is appropriate to carry on, but do check all the paperwork thoroughly first. Once Mercury returns to direct motion, the lines of communication once again open up. The previous problems can be resolved, plans can be carried out and all is well. If you note it carefully, you’ll probably find that you actually accomplished some useful “homework” during Mercury’s retrograde period; plenty of fuel for exceptional progress once it turns direct.

If, during Mercury’s retrograde cycle, it contacts a planet in your horoscope, there may be a special opportunity for you to benefit by observing Mercury’s retrograde cycle. Some issue in particular may be the subject for your review. If it is a retrograde station, there may seem to be a more or less debilitating effect and something specific is in need of review; if a direct station, the effect is usually very positive with a strong surge of progress and opening doors. Link to the Planets for more on each. Also check the house of your horoscope where Mercury spends its retrograde period. When all is said and done, better solutions may be revealed for those affairs.  

Mercury, as the “messenger” is also the prankster. Like a child, he thinks it's quite funny to pull over a good joke on an adult.  

Mercury's last retrograde period began May 26, 2008, when it stationed at 21º Gemini. It moved back to 12º Gemini, and from there it resumed direct motion on June 19th. Link to Lunations to read the most recent New Moon report.

If you were born during the retrograde motion of Mercury, things may move along better than ever for you personally with Mercury retrograde, while everyone around you is having difficulties. 

Learn more about Mercury at Planetary Keywords in the Tutorial. Need a copy of your birth chart? Go to the Library, where several free chart services are listed. 

Celeste Teal is the author of Predicting Events with Astrology, Identifying Planetary Triggers, and Eclipses, Predicting World Events & Personal Transformation. See some book excerpts or read reviews. . 

Chiron ± The Wounded Healer by Celeste Teal

Frequently referred to as the wounded healer, the mythology surrounding Chiron present him as a wise man, a great astrologer, a teacher and sacred warrior; one who initiates healers. The very day of Chiron’s discovery, November 1st, 1977, is revealing of its nature. November 1st is Hallow Mass in the Celtic calendar, the day when the veil between the worlds is lifted. Of course Chiron had been orbiting between Saturn and Uranus before its discovery; bringing out healing skills and mystical powers of the selected few. Now, it is we who experience Chiron’s transits with full knowledge of his manner of teaching who can benefit to the fullest.

Chiron, who spends longer in some signs than others, due to an elliptical orbit, was discovered at a time when alternative healing, channeling, ESP and similar teachings were causing a sensation. Chiron rules such things as divination, crystals and healing of the body/mind. In fact, Chiron is about healing the split between body and spirit. Associated with various forms of awakening, whether Reiki, Kundalini or the decent of the spirit of God, for its small size, Chiron packs a punch as powerful as Pluto, but with Chiron it’s about consciousness expanding and it feels like an initiation because some of the things you become conscious of will at first stop you in your tracks. Confronting painful issues is necessarily part of the Chirotic process.

Because Chiron is reflective of the wound we’re here to heal, it also shows how we choose to avoid dealing with our pain. The sign and house position of Chiron tells where and with whom our wounding centers, while the aspects add to that and show how we cover up the wound or push it out of sight. The pain associated with Chiron can take many forms; from living with a wounded parent to a traumatic separation. Chiron’s placement also shows our greatest gift to share, where we can bring the most healing to others. This gift may lie dormant until we confront our own wound. Like other outer planets, Chiron’s natal prominence and configurations reflect an individual’s sensitivity to transits. The most powerful aspects of Chiron is the transiting square, opposition and conjunction to its natal position. (More about aspects in the tutorial).

How will you know if you’re having a Chiron transit? You’ll be having pangs in your stomach at the same time you’re realizing there’s not one thing “out there” that can take them away. Not you’re favorite comfort food or your most appealing addiction. Chiron transits may coincide with a series of painful events where we must go inwardly and through intense pain to get to the other side. Recognition of sudden truths can bring deep anguish but through that doorway is divine knowledge.

Chiron asks that we accept here and now as all there is. This is it. Where once we believed that to attain spiritual enlightenment we should be mindfully focused “out there” or “up there” somewhere, we find with Chiron that we must be grounded and centered in the here and now to become an effective channel for personal enlightenment.   

Chiron is deep; there are many dimensions to his teachings and when he becomes active, your dreams may take on new dimensions, becoming particularly symbolic, particularly lucid, and often futuristic. That’s because his communications are saturated with meaning; it takes a form of super communication to capture the essence.

Please see my full length article on Chiron in the June 2002 issue of Dell Horoscope. Best, Celeste Teal

Forecasting Tips from Celeste Teal  

atstudy.jpg (41343 bytes)Remember, first of all, that if you’re interested in forecasting trends or events from a personal horoscope, you really must apply some traditional astrology concepts. With our new age search for the psychological and spiritual implications of planets we hesitate to apply terms such as malefic or benefic, but to toss these descriptive images altogether decreases the ability to pinpoint probable events. 

Actually, if one can target the most likely physical or earth plane manifestation shown in the aspects, it helps tremendously in knowing where to apply a remedy. Left to their own, the combined planetary energies have a “tendency” to work out in a way that allows them the most expression. However, this isn’t always desirable and since each aspect contains multiple potentials, with some conscious direction, one can get more mileage out of one aspect and corral another. If a problem area is located, you can pull out all the tools and put them to work. An illness can be circumvented or an accident avoided by applying the proper antidote to the root of a problem.

The simple truth is that a majority of stressful aspects or aspects involving malefic planets in the progressed chart shows a time of challenge while a majority of benefic planetary configurations show a relatively easy period.

For any specific time period, there won’t be more than a handful of “active” aspects in the progressed chart. Each of these describes part of the current picture and each must be considered against the remaining aspects to find the major overall theme for the time period. 

To begin, using Win Star Plus or a program with similar capabilities, run a three-wheel chart with the natal chart in the center, the secondary progressions in the middle wheel and transits in the outer wheel. I prefer the Tri-Small Wheel because the precise positions of the planets are shown, making it easy to locate aspects that are forming or are within orb. Set preferences for the Tropical zodiac and Placidus house system. 

The “active” aspects are those that have formed among the natal and progressed planets within a one-degree orb; slightly more for the Sun and Moon. Aspects that have formed involving the angles are highest priority and most significant of eventful times approaching. 

Find major aspects to the natal Ascendant from progressed planets that are within a one-degree orb. If it is the Sun or Moon, give a one and a half degree orb. Make a note of it. Do the same with the natal Midheaven. Then go to the progressed Ascendant and check for aspects it makes to planets in the natal chart OR to planets in the progressed chart. Not finding a whole lot, right? Ok, do the same with the progressed Midheaven.  These angular aspects show important crossroads, with hard aspects more indicative of major changes and activity than easy aspects.

Now, do any of those aspects involve the Sun? If so, that is emphasizing an active and important trend. Which planets are in aspect to the angles? Is it the natal chart ruler or an important planet from the nativity? Which natal house does it rule? Put this in parenthesis because when a house ruler becomes active, it means activity involving the issues of that house are coming due. Finally, what does that active planet say in terms of tradition? For example, which would you rather have; an active Venus or an active Mars? If you were planning a wedding, Venus is great but if you wanted to start a new venture, Mars is a must. At worst, Venus is indulgent and Mars is selfish. Venus is looking for social times and Mars is looking for competition. Venus signifies women’s affairs, Mars shows masculine interests.

Before going on, you must keep in mind that for any significant event to unfold, the aspects must suggest it at least three times. This is for good or bad. For major events, the aspects will point to it in many ways. For example, if progressed Venus were conjunct the progressed Midheaven while in trine to natal Mars, both of those aspects are highlighting romantic possibilities. If the ruler of the fifth house also came prominently into view and you're single, you can just about bet on it! A transit would then show when. 

In judging the angular aspects, if it is the Midheaven involved in the aspects, the indications are of a Solar nature. The event is likely to be related to self-esteem, character, honor and career goals, similar to the Sun. Here, one is thrown into the limelight. If it is the Ascendant involved in aspects, there’s a more lunar theme and events are more likely to be personal in nature, with an accent on home and family matters. 

Go next to the Sun, first the natal Sun and find aspects to the progressed planets. Then to the progressed Sun and find aspects it forms to either a natal or a progressed planet. These are dynamic aspects for eventful times. The Sun is always active when major events are forthcoming and it could be a time to make your mark upon the world!

Continue to note aspects of any remaining planets, going next to the natal chart ruler. The progressed Moon aspects are quite transitory, lasting only about three months. As an indicator of fluctuations in the domicile and environment, especially as these modify and influence personal affairs due to changes in perceptions, these furnish a lot of detail to your reading when viewed in light of the rest of the aspects.

Now, bring in the transits starting with Pluto. Is it making a close contact to any of the activated points or planets? Don’t forget that if a planet comes into an active progressed aspect, both its natal and progressed positions become hot spots for transits. 

At this point, check the relationship of transiting Saturn to the progressed Sun. This is an important indicator and may substantiate your findings already. While looking at transiting Saturn, also check the aspectual relationship it holds to the progressed Moon. With Saturn, the easy relationships to the lights show times of great forward strides in business or in a material way and the hard aspects show challenge. It's also a good idea to check the relationship of transiting Uranus to the progressed luminaries for Uranus may bring a sudden disruption.

Go through the outer planets down to Jupiter and then see what area of the chart the transiting North Node highlights as it tends to magnify activity suggested by a planet as it crosses over. You can use the key sheets found in the Astrologer's Toolkit in the Tutorial.

Use simple keywords for the planets and aspects and jot down your impressions as they come to you. Taking a stab at forecasting will often give you some surprising results and practice helps. Ask these questions; What kind of aspect comes up most often and which planet comes up most often? Is the ruler of one particular house exceptionally active? 

Remember that each planet signifies more than just one thing; for example, the Sun rules vitality as well as life purpose, so aspects it forms points to both health and passion for life. It also shows how things are going with the important masculine figures in your life, including your dad and your husband if you are a woman. Learn more about the function of the Sun at Astrology Novice.

Also remember that this is a forecast - an outlook based on the current configurations and evidence. Your accuracy will steadily improve and the final say as to whether you are on the right track will be found in the center of your wheel, in the natal chart. If an event is to come to pass, it must be suggested there among the configurations. Transiting Sun or Mars will often act as the event timer.

Learn more about forecasting with my books; Identifying Planetary Triggers or Predicting Events with Astrology.  See some book excerpts or read reviews.

Eclipses in your Chart

Webpagephoto.jpg (11875 bytes)If you've followed the above steps in Forecasting Tips, you have your chart in front of you and know the outstanding themes in your life as shown in the progressions

Now, use asterisks to mark where eclipses are falling in your chart. Eclipses are a prelude to important events and by house position indicate where change is coming due. While eclipses can be relied upon to point to areas of change regardless of other techniques, they often corroborate the findings in the progressions, providing more clarity. 

Recent & Coming Eclipses:

Lunar Eclipse, August 28, 2007 at 5º Pisces

Solar Eclipse, September 11, 2007 at 18º Virgo

Solar Eclipse, February 6, 2008 at 17º Aquarius

Lunar Eclipse, February 20, 2008 at 1º Virgo

Solar Eclipse, August 1, 2008 at 9º Leo

Lunar Eclipse, August 16, 2008 at 24º Aquarius

If an eclipse falls within 3º of a planet or important point in your chart, by conjunction or opposition, it is of special personal significance and there are experiences ahead that are in keeping with the nature of that planet. Check the keyword symbolism of the planet to learn the issues or people it describes. For example, Venus is naturally associated with the Second House of finances but this planet also rules loved ones. The Sun rules your physical vitality but it also symbolizes the important men in your life, especially the father. Sometimes an eclipse brings a focus to some matter that has been crying for attention as it's been neglected or a situation has gone on too long. An eclipse brings a turning point.

An eclipse falling on a planet magnifies the planet potential and sensitizes it to transits.  Events symbolized by the eclipse may come about three months following the eclipse, at the first square of the Sun and still more processes connected to the eclipse will often transpire when Mars transits by conjunction or opposition. Either of these can usher in events related to the eclipse, with Mars frequently bringing a necessary conflict. 

Saturn brings completion and if it's closing aspect to the eclipse degree (conjunction or opposition), comes within three and a half years, there can be immense progress and accomplishments made in a short time in the area brought to light by the eclipse. This is a special "window of opportunity" to take command of a situation. . 

For a Solar Eclipse, if it doesn't actually fall in conjunction or opposition of any of your planets, check the last planet in your natal chart that the Sun passed over. This is the nearest planet going clockwise in the chart from the place of the eclipse. That planet will give you a clue to the nature of experiences coming due.

For example, the last contact to the Sun may call for a crucial decision and contacts with important people. A last contact to Moon signifies issues with women or changing conditions that could provoke an emotional response. With Mercury, correspondence or travel may be required or if over Venus, artistic or social pursuits come into focus.

If the last contact was to Mars, a conflict of some sort is likely so be sure to vent these energies into physical activity so as not to become accident-prone. With Jupiter, the possibilities are endless but careful not to go overboard in your current optimistic frame of mind. Of course Saturn reminds you of the need to work hard and requires a period of increased responsibility. 

If the Sun's last pass was over Uranus, things are rather unpredictable so prepare to be flexible in regard to matters symbolized by the house where the eclipse falls. With Neptune, confusing elements and uncertainties require waiting before putting plans into action. Finally, Pluto suggests persistent efforts to improve a situation.

Combined with the house position, the preceding hints may be used to explore the possibilities as indicated by the nature of the planet contacted.

Eclipses are often labeled as undesirable because they sometimes appear to provoke a crisis, but they are really a gift from the cosmos, showing where a more healthy state of affairs will evolve. Watch for the release of my new book, Eclipses, Predicting World Events & Personal Transformation to learn of the many fascinating elements of an eclipse and just how to know what each one means for you. Best wishes, Celeste Teal

Learn more about forecasting with my book Identifying Planetary Triggers, which has a nodal position table. Learn about Saturn Chasing the Moon, the Vertex, how to spot fated encounters and other little known secrets about prediction in Predicting Events with Astrology. It has a table of eclipses through 2054. See some book excerpts or read reviews

If you're a beginner, use the Astrologer's Toolkit in the Tutorial to assist in finding the symbolism of the planets. email Celeste

Transiting Nodes Impact on Planets

Question: I am not clear about the strength of transiting nodes. Planets are emphasized more. How does one evaluate nodal transits; i.e., with what level of strength? BTW, I've really enjoyed your website! A.O.

Answer: Hi and thanks for writing. I'm glad you're enjoying the website.

This is a good question you have about the transiting nodes. Of course you probably know that it is the conjunction and opposition aspects to natal planets that are important. The transiting nodes over a planet does emphasize the nature of the planet - I see it as a sort of exclamation point, bringing about experiences, situations, conditions and feelings associated with the particular planet - even showing an emphasis on the people in your life that are ruled by the planet (Sun: father, Moon: mother, Mercury: siblings, etc., etc.).

The North Node, also called the Dragon's Head, is associated with fresh incoming energy that amplifies the way the aspected planet manifests. It often turns up the volume on the urge to bring more into the life of a material or tangible sort. Depending on the condition of the planet, this energy can be very positively directed, or there can be distortion in the way the planet responds to the nodal stimulation - it may become greedy or grasping. 

The South Node is associated with a drawing out force, asking something of us; a time to give back. Its effect and the way it sensitizes a planet is more intangible and timeless, urging continuity and requiring selfless and compassionate actions. When experienced negatively, one may feel weak or insecure; as if one's power and energy is leaking. This can result in making drastic or desperate decisions that could have severe repercussions later on.

To give a brief example of this phenomenon, Martha Stewart experienced a powerful South Node eclipse prior to her fall from grace for suspected insider trading activities. The eclipse fell on her Moon, representative of her public popularity, while it also fell opposite her progressed Jupiter, representing her financial wealth. It is likely that a sense of losing control contributed to some uncharacteristic judgment calls. But from this example, one can see how the South Node, also called the Dragon's Tail, became associated with sacrifice and vulnerability.

But, there is even more to it than that. Similar to the effects and impact of an eclipse, the transits of the nodes over a planet tend to keep one firmly planted upon the divine path that was chosen for this lifetime - like a guidepost. The transiting nodes over a planet represent points of Karmic interchange. 

In his book, Lunar Nodes, Mohan Koparker says that when the destined nodes are making significant aspects, the free will existence is at its minimum. He goes on to say that a person has nothing to worry about as far as making decisions at this time since the decisions are made for that person according to what is best in the long run. A person is brought back to his/her normal pattern of destiny through these nodal connections. This is also true of eclipses.

The level of strength of the nodal transit may be dependant upon various factors, including the condition and prominence of the natal or progressed planet receiving the transit as well as our previous actions and how closely we've stayed upon our predetermined path or strayed from it.

I hope this helps. I have a new book on eclipses, which you'll find essential. It is called Eclipses, Predicting World Events & Personal Transformation. My previous books, Predicting Events with Astrology and Identifying Planetary Triggers also contains information and illustrations surrounding nodal activity. The latter book also contains a table of nodal positions through 2054. For more info on this subject, link to The Moon's Nodes. Best wishes, Celeste Teal

Black Moon Lilith  é by Celeste Teal

Is she bad luck, a temptress or something deeper? Her mythology is intriguing and full of mystery. With more legend than astrological information on Lilith, it’s time to investigate. Actually, there are three Liliths; Black Moon Lilith, Dark Moon Lilith and Asteroid Lilith. I’ve begun to keep an eye on Black Moon Lilith, tracking her movement using Win Star Plus. Not a body but a point of intersection similar to the Nodes, Lilith is like a flickering shadow as she zig zags her way through the zodiac, retrograding frequently. She moves several degrees a day but requires about nine months to travel entirely through a sign. 

In a moment of hindsight, I realized that the first day Lilith appeared in name or symbol on the Moon Valley Astrologer website was on a Friday the 13th. Probably a mere coincidence but could it be a first clue to her meaning? She does seem to show some trouble and her symbol is red, like Mars.

Falling into her shadow can be a chilling experience, a time of sacrifice or pain and revealing of some of the ironies and paradoxes in life. Particularly key to relationship issues, she immediately took a telling position in Chandra Levy's chart.    

Void of Course Moon: What's it good for?

 by Celeste Teal

Spending about two and a half days in a sign, the Moon as it travels rapidly through the zodiac, aspects every other planet by conjunction, sextile, square, trine and opposition. Once it makes the last major aspect to another planet from the sign it occupies, it becomes “Void of Course” for the duration of time it remains in that sign.

Those familiar with Horary Astrology have heard this terminology because in Horary, a Void of Course Moon impedes a chart reading and it is the first Stricture Against Judgment. A question formed within this time frame is devoid of results or a definitive answer cannot be found. It indicates wavering in the mind of the questioner or uncertainty surrounding the issue.

In our daily lives, the Void of Course Moon period tends to be a less favorable time in which to carry out various business concerns or affairs that require decisions and a practical frame of mind. Depending on the positions the other planets occupy, the amount of time the Moon remains in this Void of Course status is never the same. It may only be a few minutes or it can last a couple of days. 

In his essay that appears in Secrets From a Stargazer's Notebook: Making Astrology Work for You by Debbi Kempton-Smith, Copyright 1982 and 1999, published by Topquark Press, Al H. Morrison who traced the effects of the Void of Course Moon from ancient times to the present makes this observation of its effects: 

“Decision making in such periods turns out later to be unrealistic. Creativity diverges into unpleasant directions, improvisations, false starts, error. Business moves fail to generate profits, or meet unexpected difficulties.” (Quotes used by permission, Copyright 1982 and 1999, Debbi Kempton-Smith.) 

There are however, certain activities that can be carried out with beneficial results during the Void of Course period. Some are things we may be lacking in our weekly schedules anyway. As Al H. Morrison also reveals, this time “is best used for subjective, spiritual, non-material concerns like prayer, yoga, play, psychotherapy, or passive experience, sleep or meditation.”   

It is also an appropriate time for reading, listening to music, watching a movie, taking a nap and other pleasurable activities.

Activities to avoid during the Void of Moon period include important business meetings, new enterprises, elective surgery, submitting proposals, negotiations, shopping for important items or making important decisions.

Remembering the phrases “passive experience” and “subjective concerns” in connection with the time the Moon is Void, it is even an appropriate time to learn about your own horoscope – at this time you are more open to discovering any blind spots you might have had. Self-analysis of any kind is enhanced if carried out during the Void of Course Moon period.  

Actually, you are probably more sensitive to the Void of Course Moon than you think. These are the mornings it’s hard to drag yourself out of bed or you notice you’re having an especially difficult time feeling motivated. Or, it’s the frustrating times during the workday that you say to yourself; ok, what is going on here? Is it just me or is something strange going on? 

For a table of the Void of Course Moon times and the complete essay by Al H. Morrison, link to Topquark.  My book, Identifying Planetary Triggers, shows how a Void of Course Moon may have played a role in the JonBenet Ramsey case never being solved. 

Llewellyn's 2008 Astrological Calendar is an easy way to track of the Void of Course Moon. This info is included on the days of the month at the time it becomes void. This artistic and colorful wall calendar also gives monthly readings for each sign and tons of great info for all signs. 

Link to Lunations for the US forecast. Back to Top 

Venus Retrograde

It’s only about every 18 months that Venus goes retrograde for about 40 days. The next retrograde station of Venus begins March 6, 2009, where she goes retrograde at 15º Aries. Moving backward into Pisces, Venus resumes forward motion on April 17, 2009, at 29º Pisces.

Venus is rather like our happiness gauge. During its backward motion we have the opportunity to take a deep look at what is making us happy, whether it be relationships, situations, environment or “things”.  

Throughout this process, keep in mind that Venus has to do with attraction, affections, and objects of devotion. Venus connects to the sentiments and since our sensitive side is more sensitive than usual, it’s a good idea to practice diplomacy and be gentle, especially with those you love. They are likely to be the first target of your displeasure. Give others the benefit of the doubt.

If the passions are aroused a new relationship could form. In this case you might need to reevaluate how precious your freedom is. In many cases, there’s a matter of a choice; giving up one thing in order to have another. Incidentally, it’s a good time to explore a new relationship but not a good time to wed. For some, the need to end a relationship will be real and a wise choice, however, you should be wary of the impulse for this Venus to act too quickly. Think it over carefully and if you have the slightest inkling that you could be making a mistake, wait awhile. We may be anxious to turn over a new leaf only to find later on that something crucial is missing from the new page. 

Ruling objects of beauty, art, décor, jewelry, etc. this may not be the best time to make expensive purchases, but a time to de-clutter and let go of things that are no longer a reflection of who you are. Look around you; what about that old collection of ______from the 80’s? Does it still bring you the pleasure it once did or have you outgrown it? Let it go and make room to grow. You may not want to actually sell it until Venus turns direct if it’s really valuable but you can spruce it up and get it ready – emotionally detach. 

Of course, there’s always the chance that something will “happen to” some of our “stuff” that upsets us. We lose something, break something, plans are cancelled, etc. If you find a way to use the energy of this transit constructively, however, fewer of these incidents will occur.  

Depending upon the house of your chart in which this cycle takes place, something may come under issue for you to assess for its value in your life. Best wishes! Celeste Teal

Celeste Teal is the author of Predicting Events with Astrology, and Identifying Planetary Triggers, See some book excerpts or read reviews.

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