Straight Stars

December 1-7, 2005

Mercury the trickster is up to his antics as usual. He represents all forms of communications, negotiations and agreements. It is one of the classical points of astrology in that when Mercury retrogrades or changes direction all hell breaks loose and the world of communications and agreements goes haywire. In essence, the machine breaks down. It becomes a bad machine for awhile and eventually like all good movie plots usually ends with some relief as life gets back to normal once again. Mercury was practically standing still on the day of the U.S. Presidential race in which both Gore and Bush claimed victory and we know the rest of the story. On November 19 we had our civic elections in which Sam Sullivan landed in the Mayor's seat. Or so it seems at least. There's a controversy surrounding the possible confusion of names on the ballot, namely Jim Green and James Green. It is said that the 4000 or so votes that went to James green could have put Jim green in office. On the story goes about some rancor and resentment, along with a phone call here and there. Yep, sounds like business as usual to me. It also sounds like a perfect retrograde Mercury story in which lies and accusations along with preposterous machinations such as the MLA pay raise fiasco in which many people suffered huge embarrassment and loss of face, not to mention the extreme anger of many people who could hardly comprehend what had happened. It's the reason that I get quickly bored with politics because it is so easy to see where the wind blows. The political scene is sickening and we wonder where the leaders are. Being the greatest country on the planet we are wounded and hurt by the astonishing revelations of misappropriations and mishandling and down right theft as we stagger into the 21 Century. We're in a rough patch and it will take diligence along with persistence to overcome the pressing problems that seem to multiply rather than diminish. It's all an illusion and then you die. When you get before the big guy, he asks: ‘what have you done with your time on the earth'? Imagine how hollow your response would seem when you say, ‘well I was a political junkie and I'… whap, next! Possibly another hit of lofty humor is that the politicians are saints in disguise because they remind us of the karma that we owe to each other. Certainly they are reflections of you and I. We could not be graced by their illuminated presence unless we deserved them. The bottom line is that if we want better leaders then we must come up in our standards of behavior otherwise how will the poor dears learn anything. Come on now children, behave and stop throwing sand at each other. In many ways great opportunities lie before us. Now more than ever before we must roll up our sleeves, quit our bickering and get on with the living and hopefully streamline how we get things done. Check out my new website www.macsstars.com.

ARIES

MARCH 21 – APRIL 19

Some very excellent energy is on board and although life will continue to bounce us around you will land with your feet on the ground. The new moon on December 1 brings good news and a new start.

TAURUS

APRIL 20 – MAY 21

You must go slow and conserve your power and energy. Don't loose the program for any reason. Keep yourself a small target and say little. Remember, every dog has his day and so will you. Stay keen and go slow and count to 1000.

GEMINI

MAY 22 – JUNE 20

This is not generally your best time of the year. Knowing that, proceed and take some extra time for yourself for the whirlwind will not stop but sometimes you must. Take it easy and pace yourself.

CANCER

JUNE 21 – JULY 23

A fair amount of harmonious planetary energy is on board for your sign. The world is spinning fast, and so much needs to be done. You may be contemplating some unique moves that clear up matters of the heart.

LEO

JULY 24 – AUGUST 23

The sun brings his blessings over the next few weeks and you may very well need them. Great and powerful life lessons are in front of you. Heart rendering decisions must be made. Old ties cut, old habits done away with and a new reality begins.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 23

A time of profound changes is upon you. Much is being worked out and many things will be cleared out. Endings and beginnings are indicated. Go with the flow. December 1 brings a shift in your awareness.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 – OCTOBER 23

A very busy and demanding time has arrived and you may find that you don't have much time to get it all done. The house of friendships and short journeys along with publications has become activated. Old karma is revisited which may not be negative.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22

Everything crystallizes and reality becomes crystal clear as to what time it is. Choose the high road and stay on it no matter what. In this way you get to work out some difficult problems with your honour intact. Don't forget your helmet and shoulder pads though.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21

The new moon on December 1 heralds very important changes for you. A time of great adventure in which danger and excitement put you to the test. In a word we could spell out the time as ‘transformative'. Certainly welcome the challenges.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 – JANAURY 20

Behind the scenes work is going on and the fates will be decided soon enough. Any abuse of power could spell defeat, while honourable actions will be noted and praised. Secrets could come flying out of the closet.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 – FEBRAURY 19

A tremendous time of awakening from a long and very drawn out dream is taking place. Feelings of enrapturement, wonder and fear possibly of the unknown may wash over you these days. Fear not, as your dharma (true life purpose) will place you exactly where you are supposed to be.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 – MARCH 20

Surprises, shifts and changes are coming you way and you may be quite happy about it. Certainly trust that the higher powers are paying attention to your needs and growth always. Relax and enjoy the ride.