A Crisis and Compassion — February 8-15 2023  

Overview

The green comet C/2022 E3, or ZTF after the group that first identified this comet, passed by earth on February 1st. An omen, possibly of good fortune for newborn children. The Full Moon in Leo on Sunday preceded the seismic disaster earthquake in Turkey. A Chinese suspected spy balloon traveled over the N. American continent Jan 31-Feb 4 when it was shot down by US military. The Moon in Cancer was opposition to Mercury and Pluto in Capricorn when the balloon was finally deflated the Moon was at the 5th degree of Leo. This week on Wednesday, the Moon in Virgo makes an opposition aspect to Neptune in Pisces as conspiracy theories abound. Mercury approaches the conjunction aspect with Pluto in Capricorn with some final assessments announced, as the Moon is trine aspect to the pair in Capricorn. Ceres retro in Libra separates from the opposition aspect to Jupiter in Aries signifying displaced children reunited with family. The Moon in Libra on Thursday transits Ceres, reinforcing the Ceres opposition to Jupiter aspect. The Moon trine aspect to Mars in Gemini early on Friday makes a Yod formation with quincunx aspects to Uranus and Venus, as we balance tragedy and loss. Mercury supersedes the conjunction aspect with Pluto, then Mercury ingress to Aquarius. The Moon ingress to Scorpio follows, with a square aspect to Mercury, activating deep discussion. The Moon makes another Yod formation, quincunx to both Mars and Jupiter, as potentially, earthquake survivors are found. Also on Sunday, the Moon in an opposition aspect to Uranus in Taurus could produce newfound resources. The Moon makes trine aspects to Venus in Pisces and to Neptune at the third quarter Moon. The Moon makes a square aspect to Saturn and a sextile aspect to Pluto before the ingress to Sagittarius. Difficult issues and situations must be accommodated, and judgements eased. Early on Tuesday, the Moon in Sagittarius is sextile aspect to Mercury in Aquarius followed by a trine aspect to Jupiter in Aries. Humanitarian concerns outweigh politics.

Summary of Major Aspects of the Week

Wednesday February 8thVenus in Pisces sextile aspect to Uranus in Taurus denotes cooperation in the face of disaster. A painful transformation is initiated. The Moon in Virgo then makes an opposition aspect to Neptune in Pisces, as dis-information produces paranoia, and vice versa. Concerns about AI taking over discourse are only beginning. The Moon trine aspect to Mercury and Pluto in Capricorn as recovery work continues overnight in Turkey and Syria following the devastating earthquake. Mars in Gemini forms a sextile aspect to Chiron in Aries, as rescue work is underway. Intelligence is gathered from the balloon episode. The Moon quincunx aspect to Saturn in Aquarius reveals technological secrets, with Mercury semi-sextile aspect to Saturn, Uranus the dispositor of Saturn and the Sun in Aquarius.

Thursday February 9th — The Moon ingress to Libra early today (8:48 UT), and transits to a conjunction aspect with Ceres retro, reaffirming its opposition aspect with Jupiter in Aries. There is likely a fortunate rescue of women and children. Mercury approaches the conjunction aspect with Pluto in Capricorn, an analysis of the power of earthquakes and the scientific aspects help to increase early warning signals. Criticism of unsafe building construction is also an issue.

Friday February 10th — The Moon in Libra is trine aspect to Mars in Gemini early today, increasing communication efforts and positive assistance as the Moon makes an opposition aspect to Chiron in Aries, Uranus is sextile aspect to Chiron. The experience gained from past rescue operations is put to use. As the Moon moves from a quincunx aspect to Uranus in Taurus it makes a quincunx aspect to Venus in Pisces, forming a Yod of momentary significance helps in search and rescue operations. Mercury supersedes the conjunction aspect with Pluto in Capricorn before the Moon makes a trine aspect to the Sun in Aquarius. Information gathered proves useful. Peace initiatives are also made, to ward off hard reactions. The Moon quincunx aspect to Neptune questions authenticity of claims. Mercury ingress to Aquarius as discoveries made and communicated.  

Saturday February 11th — The Moon in Libra is trine aspect to Saturn in Aquarius early today, with officials clarifying statements. A square aspect to Pluto in Cap follows, aftershocks may cause damage. The Moon ingress to Scorpio and square aspect to Mercury in Aquarius, as demands for improved prevention are expressed. Autocratic governments face sever criticism.

Sunday February 12th — The Moon in Scorpio is conjunction aspect to Ketu pre-dawn US time zones, as past experiences could be released through dreams. The Moon quincunx aspect to Chiron in Aries cautions against over-indulgence, and the opposition aspect to Uranus in Taurus could either rescue or submerge as a result.

February 13, 2023
Third Quarter Moon Phase

Monday February 13th — The Moon in Scorpio is trine aspect to Venus in Pisces in the morning hours (US time zones). A crisis may develop with the Moon square aspect to the Sun in Aquarius, the 3rd quarter Moon phase. Mom will be blamed, no doubt. The Moon trine aspect to Neptune offers a way out through forgiveness. The Moon transits to the trine aspect with Saturn in Aquarius, setting new limitations, followed by a sextile aspect to Pluto, as work for redemption is promised. The Moon ingress to Sagittarius late on Monday in the Western hemisphere, early morning on Tuesday for the eastern half of the globe, 01:31 UT. A sextile aspect to Mercury in Aquarius indicates a change in attitude.

Tuesday February 14th — The Moon in Sagittarius makes a sextile aspect to Ceres in Libra and a trine aspect to Jupiter in Aries. Parental advice could provide a balance to over-indulgence that could be triggered with the Moon trine aspect to Jupiter. A stronger attachment to a philosophical understanding is necessary to overcome instinctive desires. Pray for peace and world unity. The Moon makes an opposition aspect to Mars in Gemini and quincunx aspect to Uranus in Taurus. Personal goals are in view by following a prescribed program, as a means for overcome distracting urges.

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Hope you navigate the week successfully and share the joy! Thanks for reading. 

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Gimelstar
February 7, 2023
Jerusalem, Israel

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