Norma

2/26/2017 Sunday by Norma

Four planets in Pisces emphasize sensitivity, compassion and intuitive perception. It’s a great time for artists, healers and mariners. Feeling sick? You’ll get better. Three planets in Aries urge you to get moving, time’s a’wasting, so a bit of a conundrum exists. Solution? Act, then relax in your
favorite way, with your favorite person. Maggie Rogers said, “And if you had a bad week, just let me touch your cheek, oh and I’m the love that loves you, I’m the one that loves you.” Once you power down, you won’t want to power back up. What’s good today? The beginning of a new eclipse cycle of
activity where you move in a different direction, resting up, saying good-by to the recent past, and opening to a new mode that’s coming your way.

2/25/2017 Saturday by Norma

A flurry of last minute group planning occurs and then things change: preparations are complete and it’s time to to go with the flow. If you’ve planned well, and you surely have, things go as expected. Like a skier on a downhill slope or a surfer on the wave, it’s time to go with the flow and the wrong time to stop and think. Bursts of all sorts are highlighted: outbursts, bursts of emotion, etc, all sharing the component of suddenness and energy. Be wise in what you do and drive carefully. Henri Bergson said, “Think like a person of action; act like a person of thought.” What’s good today? Love in action, happiness with a partner, peace after energetic exertion and thoughtfulness that expresses wisdom.

2/24/2017 Friday by Norma

Groups and friends rule today! Spend time with those who share your goals and also consider your personal plans for the future. William Jennings Bryant said, “Destiny is not a matter of chance: it is not a thing to be waited for; it is a thing to be achieved.” A big push comes today that is temporarily blocked by a nice person who doesn’t have the sense to get out of the way. If you are obstructing someone, don’t be defensive, just step aside. If you are charging, go around, not through the other person and be good-natured about it. What’s good today? Action, then withdrawing into a well-deserved rest. Love is in the picture, friends are helpful and life is interesting.

2/23/2017 Thursday by Norma

Think before you speak today and you will meet your objective. It has never been more important and less easy to curb impulsive behavior than now, but curb you must for best results. Aims can be achieved through diplomatic channels and mutual respect. Backchannels are the best channels; ask to speak to people privately and you’ll make an impression. Rabindranath Tagore said, “The wise know how to teach, the fool how to smite.” Check with someone else before taking action; others will tell you if you’re in the right or if you’re headed for trouble. What’s good today? Wisdom from an unexpected source, diplomacy, happiness with a partner and vigorous activity.

2/22/2017 Wednesday by Norma

State your opinion and observe how it is received. If no response comes, let it go and move on. Continuing to press a point only brings trouble today. Don Marquis said,”An idea isn’t responsible for the people who believe in it.” Tiptoe out of range of trouble if you see it coming, or turn tail and run if need be. Spend time in quiet pursuits, visit sick or troubled people, do your best to generate a compassionate attitude toward those who hold different opinions. This will be a great help in calming the turbulence of the times. What’s good today? Love, relaxation, thoughtfulness, medical interventions and a peaceful attitude that carries you safely through turbulent times.

2/21/2017 Tuesday by Norma

An announcement by an authority figure must be heeded, and you won’t want to. Sensitive information is presented. Be still and pay attention; difficult with three planets in Aries, the sign devoted to jumping around and charging into action. Take the advice that’s offered and take your medicine too. An enthusiastic person urges others to stand up to a leader, which is inadvisable right now. Mars in negative aspect to Pluto urges people to rush into perilous situations. An inmate incarcerated for thirty eight years in Virginia said, “I didn’t think they would be so strict about it, I would only have gotten eight years in California. I wouldn’t have done it if I’d known this would happen.” What’s good today? Simple pleasures, listening to music, quietly tending to your business, anything to do with water, and romance!

2/20/2017 Monday by Norma

A sudden breakthrough comes that brings real happiness. The news is uplifting, friendly people are everywhere, and inventiveness is on the horizon. Be open to new, surprising ideas and don’t think you have all the answers. Epictetus said, “What is the first business of one who practices philosophy? To get rid of self-conceit. For it is impossible for anyone to begin to learn that which he already knows.” A combination of activity and relaxation is here. Absolutely avoid charging into an uncertain situation, driving through a flooded street, exploring a dark cave or asserting yourself against a stranger. The unknown is not your friend today, respect it and avoid it. Your intuition will
tell you everything you need to know, provided you listen.

2/19/2017 Sunday by Norma

Fire signs rule today, generating heat, excitement and energy. The more you do, the happier you are. Be out and about, hiking, walking, listening to philosophy and discussing ideas. But reserve some time to dream and relax today. Vague ailments are healed by rest and exacerbated by activity. Do offer help to someone in genuine need. Mother Theresa said, “Charity begins today. Today somebody is suffering. Today somebody is in the street, today somebody is hungry.” Look at what’s in front of you, not something half a world away, to give assistance. Bring a friend a bowl of soup, give an uncertain person a hand. A slight disconnect exists between debating abstract causes and giving actual help. If you don’t feel well, take it easy.

2/18/2017 Saturday by Norma

Rest and relaxation are wonderful today, a balm for frayed nerves. Act if you must, but give yourself time to wind down and take stock of what has been accomplished. This is harder than it seems. The body in motion wants to stay in motion and you’ll need to go against your own wishes. Spend time near water, at the movies or listening to music. Euripides said, “That person is happiest who lives from day to day and asks no more, garnering the simple goodness of a life.” An insistent person tries to rouse you to action, but be kind and say, “not now.” Sidestep demanding questions, “Don’t you care about…?” What’s good today? Moving into a more peaceful, contemplative mode, love, relaxing activities, and partnership.

/17/2017 Friday by Norma

Watch for the person who is not being straightforward today. Mis-information is at hand, and you’ll need to be careful that you don’t fall for it. Ludwig van Beethoven said, “Anyone who tells a lie has not a pure heart, and cannot make a good soup.” Ask for a private conversation and you will hear the truth. Be aware that going directly against a powerful force has no impact apart from driving it underground, where you can’t see what’s going on. This is the last day for group activity, tomorrow private matters come to the forefront. Today a nice balance is struck between individual activity and group activity, and someone going it alone finds others are willing to join forces.