October 2015
All times are set in Eastern Daylight Savings Time (EDT). V/C means the moon is void of course and it is in between signs. It is not the best time to make plans because they rarely turn out as planned. Some aspect details are by Cafe Astrology.
October! My favorite month!
Thursday October 1st 2015: Moon v/c at 6:44am. Moon enters Gemini at 4:03pm.
Friday Oct 2nd: Mercury 4 Libra 47 semi-sextile Mars 4 Virgo 47 at 2:17pm: If you can't get the grasp of something, you may become more impatient than normal.
Saturday Oct 3rd: Moon v/c at 1:18pm. Moon enters Cancer at 8:22pm.
Sunday Oct 4th: The fourth quarter of the moon cycle begins at 5:06pm.
Monday Oct 5th: Moon v/c at 7:04am.
Sun 11 Libra 43 semi-sextile Jupiter 11 Virgo 43 at 2:40am: Opportunities may present themselves at this time.
Tuesday Oct 6th: Moon enters Leo at 4:31am.
Sun 13 Libra 01 square Pluto 13 Capricorn 01 at 10:14am: Events lead us to discover our own power. There could be some self friction going on.
Mercury 1 Libra 32 sextile Saturn 1 Sagittarius 32 at 6:58pm: A balance between being practical and intuitive. A good time to get work done.
Mars 7 Virgo 30 opposition Neptune 7 Pisces 30 at 10:53pm: A good time to take a "time out" since things can get confusing. It is best to lay low. There isn't much drive at this time. Not a good time to drink and party.
Wednesday Oct 7th: Moon v/c at 5:10pm.
Sun 14 Libra 28 semi-square Venus 29 Leo 28 at 9:35pm: An uneasiness from within can surface. Look for a solution to find peace with your uneasiness. It is better to find a solution than try to fill it with superficial things.
Thursday Oct 8th: Venus enters Virgo at 1:29pm. Moon enters Virgo at 3:50pm.
Friday Oct 9th: Mercury goes direct at 10:57am. Moon v/c at 6:12pm.
Mercury 0 Libra 54 semi-sextile Venus 0 Virgo 54 at 3:43pm: Curl up with a good book.
Saturday Oct 10th: Sun 16 Libra 52 semi-square Saturn 1 Sagittarius 52 at 8:00am: We might feel blocked by circumstances.
Venus 1 Virgo 55 square Saturn 1 Sagittarius 55 at 8:31pm: You might feel like there is some emotional distance in your relationships. Be careful of making any financial investments, they could end up costing way more than you anticipated.
Sunday Oct 11th: Moon enters Libra at 4:45am.
Jupiter 13 Virgo 03 trine Pluto 13 Capricorn 03 at 7:51pm: This time gives you a deeper insight to all things. When something goes wrong, you will be able to get to the bottom of the problem and fix it.
Sun 18 Libra 30 opposition Uranus 18 Aries 30 at 11:49pm:This aspect demands freedom. Avoid making impulsive decisions since we can suddenly change our minds. At this time we can become irritable and tense.
Monday Oct 12th: Moon v/c at 8:06pm. New moon in Libra at 8:06pm. Columbus Day. Libra moons are about relationships, social activities, and finding balance. Finding balance (especially in relationships) is exactly what we will need to do for this new moon. This is the first regular new moon after the eclipse moons in September. Eclipses bring on major changes and we are now searching for a balance. The Sun is opposition of Uranus right now making it a little difficult since sudden changes are still happening. You can make a to-do list to help guide you or keep you set on your goals when Uranus tries to shake you up a little. To avoid headaches go with the flow if things aren't going exactly as planned. Expected the unexpected and maybe even exciting encounters or events that will continue to bring in changes. Anyone with sun, moon, and/or ascendant in Libra will feel the affects the most.
Tuesday Oct 13th: Moon enters Scorpio at 5:38pm.
Mercury 2 Libra 09 sextile Saturn 2 Sagittarius 09 at 5:54am: A balance between practical and intuitive. A good time to get work done.
Wednesday Oct 14th: Moon v/c at 8:58pm.
Thursday Oct 15th: Mars 13 Virgo 05 trine Pluto 13 Capricorn 05 at 11:36pm: This will give you great focus and willpower. It can also give you the courage to go after what you want.
Friday Oct 16th: Moon enters Sagittarius
Venus 7 Virgo 18 opposition Neptune 7 Pisces 18 at 10:53pm: Problems can arise in the love department. We tend to wear rose colored glassed during this aspect. We only see what we want to see instead of what is realistic. Money issues may also occur. If you can put off any important romantic or financial decisions right now. Be aware of laziness and/or self-indulgence.
Saturday Oct 17th: Mars 14 Virgo 11 conjunct Jupiter 14 Virgo 11 at 6:40pm: Ready to take on a challenge. We have an enthusiastic attitude. An adventure is possible.
Sunday Oct 18th: Moon v/c at 4:48am. Moon enters Capricorn at 2:52pm.
Monday Oct 19th: No changes.
Tuesday Oct 20th: Moon v/c at 431pm. The second quarter of the moon cycle begins at 4:31pm. Moon enters Aquarius at 9:38.
Wednesday Oct 21st: Mercury 12 Libra 00 semi-sextile Venus 12 Virgo 00 at 10:30pm: Curl up with a good book.
Thursday Oct 22nd: Mercury 13 Libra 10 square Pluto 13 Capricorn 10 at 5:22pm: Try not to read in-between the lines when there is nothing to find. This aspect can make you secretive. Secretive or not, you tell it like you see it and do not sugar coat your words.
Friday Oct 23rd: Moon v/c at 12:22am. Moon enters Pisces at 1:18am. Sun enters Scorpio at 1:47pm.
Venus 13 Virgo 11 trine Pluto 13 Capricorn 11 at 3:43am: Spiritual transformation and regeneration through love. A powerful and deep romance. This aspect can give us the feeling of "love at first sight" because of our strong and intense emotions. The Venus-Pluto trine will definitely turn up the heat in the bedroom, sex may even feel like a magical and deeply spiritual experience.
Sun 0 Scorpio 20 semi-square Jupiter 15 Virgo 20 at 9:40pm: You may feel restless and no matter what you do or the more you buy makes you feel content. Be careful of overindulge.
Saturday Oct 24th: Moon v/c at 7:18am.
Mercury 15 Libra 22 semi-sextile Jupiter 15 Virgo 22 at 3:51am: Planning for the future. You may take up an interest in philosophy, politics, and/or religion.
Sunday Oct 25th: Moon enters Aries at 2:22am.
Venus 15 Virgo 39 conjunct Jupiter 15 Virgo 39 at 4:03pm: Another aspect to watch out for overindulge. However this can be a great time for new relationships and starting something for profit. This Venus/Jupiter conjunction should make you feel happy, optimistic, and even generous. You might even donate to a favorite cause or help the less fortunate.
Mercury 17 Libra 57 opposition Uranus 17 Aries 57 at 6:59pm: This is not a good aspect for any type of presentations because our communications can be misunderstood and we can become distracted. Even if your plans seem to be genius, they might not be very practical.
Monday Oct 26th: Moon v/c at 8:25am. Happy birthday to Jo's son Robert! May your day bring you joy!
Mercury 18 Libra 28 semi-square Saturn 3 Sagittarius 28 at 2:39pm: There could be delays and having to re-do something that you thought was completed. Focus on fixing the problems instead of wasting your energy whining and being angry.
Mercury 19 Libra 49 semi-sextile Mars 19 Virgo 49 at 10:44pm: If you can't get the grasp of something, you may become more impatient than normal.
Tuesday Oct 27th: Moon enters Taurus at 2:07am (EDT). Full moon at 8:05am. Venus enters Libra at 11:56am. Happy birthday to my baby sister Kayci!! I love you lil sis. I hope you have a magical birthday and may all your birthday and full moon wishes come true.
The full moon is in Taurus: Things that begin under a Taurus moon normally last longer and increase in value over time. There is a stubbornness to this moon thanks to a Sun-Moon opposition. We have to work hard make our dreams come true but luckily for us there is also a Venus, Mars, and Jupiter trine that gives us an opportunity for our wishes to become a reality. This triple trine offers happiness and success in love. It is a great time to be creative, sing and dance. Under Neptune's influence our dreams can lucid, even prophetic. Our psychic abilities are heightened. On the downside Neptune can make us a little emotional. Since this is an October full moon right before Samhain the veil between the realms is extremely thin. Spirits can freely roam among us. You might want to add some extra protection around yourself and loved ones. Starting now through November 1st will be the easiest time to connect with our ancestors. This is our last super moon of 2015.
Sun 3 Scorpio 35 semi-sextile Saturn 3 Sagittarius 35 at 3:58am: You have the discipline and focus to overcome any challengers and obstacles that might come your way.
Wednesday Oct 28th: Moon v/c 11:20am. Celtic Tree Month of Reed begins.
Reed - The Inquisitor
October 28 - November 24
Reed signs among the Celtic tree astrology signs are the secret keepers. You dig deep inside to the real meaning of things and discover the truth hidden beneath layers of distraction. When there is a need to get to the heart of the matter, most certainly the Reed sign will find the core. You love a good story,and can be easily drawn in by gossip, scandals, legend and lore. These tendencies also make you an excellent historian, journalist, detective or archeologist. You love people because they represent a diversity of meanings for you to interpret. You are adept at coaxing people to talking to you, and sometimes you can be a bit manipulative. However, you have a strong sense of truth and honor so most of your scheming is harmless. Reed people join well with other Reeds, Ash or Oak signs.
Symbolic Celtic Reed Meanings
The Celtic meaning of the reed within the Ogham deals with themes of connectivity, networking and provision.
Although the reed isn't a tree, the druids viewed any large plant with a woody stalk to be a tree, and the reed was considered very important. Therefore, the reed was included in the Celts sacred Ogham because it met their criteria asa sacred organism, it was an extraordinarily useful plant, and it possesses a slew of noble qualities.
In the time of the ancient Celts their landscape held prolific reeds in swamp areas; some growing up to 20 feet tall. With such a presence, it stands to reason the reed held a place among the hierarchy of nature for the Celts.
Symbolic Celtic Meaning of the Reed
- Purpose
- Protection
- Purification
- Clarification
- Communication
All things of the natural world were honored by the Celts, and all things represented the connection with life. In this way, the reed was highly revered for its usefulness in the day-to-day practices of the Celts.
The reed was used for many purposes by the Celts. Specifically, they would weave reeds together to make thatched roofs on their homes - some of which (when properly constructed) last up to a decade or more. This is where the reed obtains its symbolism of protection. It is also a natural insulator, and the Celts honored it highly during cold, wet months.
Reed gives off a faint sweet smell when macerated, and so the Celts were known to lay out pressed reeds as flooring in their homes to deodorize. This was also a practice for cleansing and purifying homes.
Reeds also made good candles, and were viewed as beacons of light during the dark nights. This is another facet of the reed's purposefulness in the life of the Celts.
The reed gets its symbolism of communication from several sources. In the hands of a good craftsman (and there were many among the ancient Celts), a reed would make a fine whistle, flute or recorder. These were highly prized amongst the people, particularly bards. Through these flutes and music the spiritually-minded Celts would communicate fantastic worlds of vision, heroism, and beauty.
Secondly, if you are still enough, you can hear them sing a song when the wind blows through a field of reeds. If you've ever had the pleasure of hearing it, you know it is an eerie experience. The Celts viewed this as an otherworld voice, and considered it a message of powerful importance.
Take the time to incorporate these symbolic meanings of the reed in your life. Gather some up and bring them into the house to open up the energy and clear the air. Or, try fashioning a flute from a reed and take it to your next drum circle to play! Your Celtic ancestors will get such a kick out of that!
Thursday Oct 29th: Moon enters Gemini at 2:24am.
Friday Oct 30th: Moon v/c at 10:52pm.
Sun 7 Scorpio 06 semi-square Mars 22 Virgo 06 at 4:44pm: Impulsive actions, aggressiveness and conflicts are likely to happen under Sun/Mars semi-square.
Sun 7 Scorpio 07 trine Neptune 7 Pisces 07 at 5:06pm: We are in touch with our "inner voice". Vivid dreams can occur. You might feel the need to express yourself in a creative way. At this time our psychic abilities are strong.
Saturday Oct 31st: Moon enters Cancer at 5:09am. Happy Samhain/Halloween! The veil between our earthly realm and the spirit realm is at its thinnest at this time. This is the perfect time to remember our ancestors. Light some candles for our passed loved ones tonight.
Daylight Savings Time ends at 2am Sunday morning.
Goodbye October! See you next year!
