ASTRAL REFLECTIONS BY TIM STEPHENS MARCH 29 - APRIL 4, 2009 All times/dates are PDT. Here are some excerpts from a talk I gave to a group of lawyers last November 15. My present editorial comments are in square brackets. "Every time Pluto enters Scorpio, a 250-year era begins that is characterized by the chart of its entry. In 1732, when it entered Scorpio, the chart was full of squares, denoting friction and inventiveness. We then experienced 250 years of war - the World Wars were just the biggest ones - and the industrial and technological revolutions. "The 1984 [it was actually Nov./83] entry chart shows something much different - virtually all the planets are in one area of the sky, denoting consolidation and centralized power for the 250 years to follow. E.g., the USA has become the sole military super-power. But stagnation and eruption are also characteristic. This period will be marked by long periods of calm, disturbed by possible tectonic shifts, changes so deep and large that they affect whole populations, or the entire world. This era - 1984 to 2232 - is also the last one of the mega-era that runs from 3500 B.C. to 2232 AD. After this, writing, religion, law and linear thought will tend to disappear. .. "In 11 days (i.e., Nov. 26/08) Pluto enters Capricorn, where it will completely regenerate regulation, restriction, hierarchies, government structures and, to some minds, the "old order" [for the next 15 years] _Pluto will change national boundaries, especially in the Arctic_and bring exploitation and slaughter of aboriginals and lower classes across the world [based on events the last time Pluto travelled through this sign]_the collapse of real estate values, manufacturing, credit and financial companies is not a temporary phenomena; it lasts until 2024_[perhaps these years only alter the structures of these things] "_in November/December [2008] Mars will seek new market panics. In March/April/09 Mars joins Uranus - this should be the market bottom, despite the economic jolts still to come in September/09_so it's dangerous to buy stocks before March/April_ [The "bottom" occurred in March.] "Is this a recession or a depression? If the Dow closes below 7200 between now and April/09, watch out_If the TSX falls below 5000 - watch out! Breeching these bottoms is probably a precursor to a depression_ [In March/09 the Dow fell deep into the 6000's, but the TSX only into the 7000's.] "_Will there be inflation or deflation? I think inflation in 2009, followed by deflation. If the stock markets fall below these levels - 7200 Dow and/or 5000 TSX [signalling general poverty] - deflation is probable. Here's why: 1) Pluto will be [now is] in a restrictive sign, bringing finances 'back to reality' - back to the real worth of things; 2) housing prices are falling, and baby boomers are not likely to rescue this market, while the kids becoming adults now can't afford high house prices. [If realty prices fall, in general so will most prices.]" Start Nothing: 11:01 p.m. Sun. to 6:36 a.m. Mon., 2:03 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Wed., and 1:59 a.m. to 12:32 p.m. Fri. Aries March 21-April 19 Your energy, charisma, "graciousness" and effectiveness soar to new peaks! Seek favors, start important new projects, and give a heave to tasks you might have found too daunting in a less confident past. However, delay relocation plans, signing contracts, or making other important agreements. You're attracting lots of romantic attention (or at least, appraising glances) but you might need to return to a moment/place of quiet contemplation (around April 11-23) before you proceed to any significant commitment. Something's not right; retouch inner bases to discover what you really want. Taurus April 20-May 20 Rest, lie low, contemplate everything - your future plans, the universe, etc. Handle a matter from the past - neglected taxes, dealings with a large organization, perhaps a spiritual or subtle psychological matter. Sometimes we love our traps, cling to the very thing that enervates us. Sometimes what restricts us could be our salvation, bringing luck and affection. - This side is more likely now into about April 21. Either, way, by digging into this area of support/restriction you could rediscover a treasure of hope by mid-late April! Expect puzzles, deep eye-openers. Gemini May 21-June 20 Wishes can come true, especially Monday/Tuesday! But this week also contains a more sombre note, Thursday to Saturday: deep changes are transforming your whole wish "landscape" - you're starting to re-examine what you want from life, what kind of friends you want, even what kind of love will fulfill you. Though this is a very social time, filled with ambitious hopes and good feelings toward bosses and parents, exercise some caution with career situations and higher-ups. They might be temperamental, through late April - and could disapprove of your home life. Cancer June 21-July 22 Be ambitious, meet with higher-ups and/or parents, present your proposals, and show your willingness to leap into tasks. You could be promoted, now to early June! Don't force it or demand a promotion, though, especially this week through mid-April, as bosses are uncertain, indecisive. Just show how ready you are. (They'll act swiftly April 22 onward.) This week demonstrates how a relationship (or your interpersonal dealings in general) can affect your upward mobility. Some changes might need enacting. Strictly avoid legal hassles through late April - just stay quiet Friday/Saturday. Leo July 23-Aug. 22 A sweet, gentle mood exists; you understand others - and the "big questions." It's a perfect month to write reports, take exams, apply to schools, travel afar, learn a language, expand your cultural involvements, or declare your love! But next week's better, as two adverse trends climax Friday/Saturday: one makes work or health "overrule" those good things; the other brings sexual or financial problems to the fore. Conditions will change through late April - perhaps for the better, but they still demand a "quick shuffle." Hopes soar, adversities are overcome, Monday/Tuesday! Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22 You have entered the eye of the storm of change. It will "rage" until June. Embrace this time, for it seeks to rid you of what chains you, to steer your path more directly to green fields. There will be indecision and delays, but don't stop studying your options and goals - you should be ready when "pure action" beckons later in April. Remember: 2009 begins a better life, and that takes change! Sexual attraction, finances, lifestyle changes, secrets and power plays form this ``storm.`` Be ambitious Monday/Tuesday. Ethics, Friday! Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22 Relationships are all-important now. You`re indecisive, not sure whether to stick, join, or split - in love, business associations, etc. Wait until the second half of April, when you`ll decide more firmly and quickly. (Study this question Monday/Tuesday, when your wisdom and understanding rise nicely, and Friday/Saturday, when you see the future more clearly.) One thing's certain - as this week shows - a significant change is needed in an important relationship, especially in domestic areas (kids, security, property). You, not your partner, must promote/nudge or enact this change. Protect work/health Saturday. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21 Work, and more work. You might as well dive in. But leave some tasks - new chores related to negotiations, partnerships, public dealings, government agencies or any large organizations or corporations, charity and spirituality - until mid-April onward. (Old, neglected tasks in these areas should be tackled immediately.) Take care, this week, with co-worker communications. Don`t buy a car or other machinery. Through late April, Intellectual, legal, travel or cultural influences combine nicely with your work picture - but avoid personal legal hassles. Valuable secrets enter Monday/Tuesday . Buy land in 2009! Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21 The accent lies on romance, creative urges, sports and games, raising charming children, and risk (accompanied by a winning streak)! Go forth and find pleasure! Themes of love and marriage (and/or of partnership and business) arise Monday/Tuesday - as always in 2008/09, you have to contend with differences in social scale, or must live up to (or suffer) restrictions or heavier demands in the status arena. E.g., you might want to marry, but your loved one's social or economic situation carries additional "demands." Work at it, rather than ending it! Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19 Things are both ending and beginning now - endings occur affectionately; beginnings face indecision (you might be wise to wait until mid-April onward to enact them). Romance lures you Sunday, but yields little. To work, Monday/Tuesday - all's well. Relationships might involve a struggle of wills Wednesday/Thursday, but be gracious - you're on top in the big picture. Friday and Saturday bring the spectre of change - and highlight two themes of the whole week - one is a necessary change in domestic arrangements, the other a tug-o-war between love and friendship. Choose love. Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18 This isn't an important time, just a busy one. Money flows - bank it, guard against useless expenditures - if you're wasteful, an unwanted climax can affect your bank account around mid-April. Friendships and travel are lively and enjoyable. Take care of paperwork; don't let things slide. Romance lifts your wings Monday/Tuesday! It might not contain sexual gratification. Speculate these two days, but don't invest. All week, you face a choice between "small quick money" and larger sums, between sensuality and meaningful sex, commitment and freedom. Wait to make these choices. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20 Your energy, health and effectiveness remain high. Give serious thought and effort to your bank account, earnings, and purchases. Now's the time to cultivate clients, seek alternate sources, buy/sell items, make a budget, etc. However, don't think "new" (clients, etc.) until mid-April. Before then, seek former clients, sources, buy/sell used items, etc. This week shows 1) the need for a different money approach, and 2) how this is connected to new goals forming within you. You're assertive now, but you face an implacable person. Romance and pleasure brighten Wednesday/Thursday! www.astralreflections.com. Email: timstephens@shaw.ca. For a reading: 604-261-1337. /30/