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The Twelve Houses of the Zodiac
The twelve houses of the horoscope define twelve areas of your life. The beginning of each of the houses is called the cusp. Each house has what is called a natural sign and natural ruling planets. This is the sign and planet which are associated with that house in the natural chart beginning with Aries and ending with Pisces.
To get a free copy of your horoscope email me at nextchapter@charter.net with your name, birthday, place of birth and time of birth. The First House –Aries is the natural ruler Your challenge is to develop your own unique identity and present it to the world. Defines the personality, appearance, disposition and manner. Your outlook on life. The Second House – Taurus is the natural ruler Your challenge is to define and refine your personal sense of values. Peace of mind, financial standing, money, possession. Earning and spending capacity. The Third House – Gemini is the natural ruler Your challenge here is to organize personal experiences to form your own unique picture of the world. What you think. Your ability to relate to your environment. Dexterity, early education and early environment. Short journeys, brothers and sisters and their attitude toward you. Writing, news, communication, memory perception and speech. The Fourth House -Cancer is the natural ruler Your challenge here is to develop your capacity for emotional closeness; to find a feeling of security; and to face the effects your early childhood experiences had upon you. Least prominent parent. Defines nature of one’s residence. The Fifth House – Leo is the natural ruler Your challenge is to develop your creativity and self-esteem, and to find joy in living. Self-expression; any effort put forth to distinguish yourself from others-children you create and books you write. Love affairs, romantic tendencies, house of hidden karma, speculation, amusement, theater and schools. The Sixth House – Virgo is the natural ruler Your challenge is to seek competence; to function efficiently, in your physical body and in your work. Food, clothing, comforts and domestic pets. Working conditions, employees and dependents, and your relations with them. The Seventh House –Libra is the natural ruler Your challenge is to develop committed relationships with others. Marriage and partnership, cooperation or the lack of it. Open adversaries. Rules the lower courts where the 9th house rules the higher court. The Eighth House – Scorpio is the natural ruler Your challenge is to boldly breakdown your reality structure into little pieces, the n reassemble all the pieces into a new whole. House of other people’s money, possessions, taxes. Rules the psychic levels (the astral plane). Death, rebirth and regeneration. The Ninth House – Sagittarius is the natural ruler Your challenge is to realize your highest potentials. Higher education, law, and long journeys. Intuition, inspiration and mental and spiritual expansion. Worldwide contacts. Mental adjustment to racial ideas. Publishing, and in-laws. The Tenth House – Capricorn is the natural ruler Your challenge is to earn respect and recognition in the world. Professional career, status, reputation. Employers if he or she does not work for himself. The parent who set limit for you as a child. The Eleventh House – Aquarius is the natural ruler Your challenge is to establish a relationship with group consciousness and contribute your gifts to community. Your goals hopes, wishes and projects. Friendships social relationships and ambition. The Twelfth House – Pisces is the natural ruler Your challenge is to explore your inner depths in solitude and silence; to discern between illumination and illusion, between spiritual growth and escapism. House of charity, given or received. Self-undoing, karma, secret enemies,’ hospitals, institutions and that which is hidden. Life is Good!
Brothers Restaurant is located at 95 N. Main just off the plaza. Offering an eclectic menu with breakfast served all day. Upon entering the restaurant there is a colorful board listing the Specials of the Day.
Arriving with my three dining companions before ten am we had our choice of seating. We seated ourselves upstairs in a room that was bright and open. Our server was friendly but distant. Our meals were delivered quickly, and the presentation was fresh. I ordered the #9 omelet (guacamole, tomatoes and cheddar) made with 3 eggs served with hash browns, English muffin. My omelet was yummy. The hash browns were a little too crisp for my taste.
Two of my dining companions ordered French toast made with thick sliced multi-grain bread. One thoroughly enjoyed his meal while the other repeated “I want a do over”. My third companion was thrilled to find Huevos con Chorizo (scrambled eggs served with Mexican sausage with cheddar cheese and green onions) on the menu, but thought the Chorizo tasted more like Italian sausage. The portions were plenty.
As we were paying our bill our server reappeared and was a bit more animated. Will I go back?
You bet—I heard the lunches are the best.
The food and the service are rated jointly.
4 Forks up-Superb, doesn’t get any better.
3 Forks up-Give the chief a raise!
2 Forks up-We have our moments
1 Fork up- Back to the drawing board
Brothers Restaurant gets 2 Forks Up!
Hello readers, have I got a surprise for you. As much as I love astrology I just had to introduce you to my second favorite and easiest instrument of divination, Numerology. Numerology is the study of numbers. Pythagoras, the Greek mathematician is said to be the originator of much of what we call numerology today. These numbers show a great deal about character, purpose in life, what motivates, and where talents may lie. Twelve numbers are used to construct a numerology chart. They are numbers: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 22 and 33. This month you will learn how to figure your personal year. The Personal year is helpful in understanding what the year may hold for you. Now, I know we are a couple months into 2008 but I really feel you need to learn this. Here is the formula to calculate your personal year. Don’t forget to have some fun with this. First, reduce the month and day of your birth, your birthday, to a single digit. Using my birthday for example, January 18th, that single digit would be 1 (1+18=10; 1+0=1). If your month and day total comes to 11 or 22, the master numbers, in this instance, reduce the number to 2 and 4, respectively. Next, reduce the year for which you are making the calculation to a single digit. The year 2008 would become 1. Now, add the single digit representing your birthday to the single digit representing the year in question (1+1). Thus, 2008 is a 2 personal year for me. 1 A Time to start new things, add to the old or make changes. Be a leader, not a follower. Use your originality. You will be very active.
2 Work with others this year. Cooperate serve others. Partnerships and marriages. Keep peace, arbitrate. This is the month for collecting things.
3 Use your creative talents for self-expression. Make new friends. Seek social activities and entertainment.
4 Work is the key word this year. Build a solid foundation. Do the small, detailed things. Be practical. Place things in order.
5 Many changes. New interests new people and new places. Travel. Promote new business ideas by advertising. Expand. Don’t get into a rut.
6 Shoulder your responsibilities to your home, family and community. Make your surroundings beautiful. Add music. The year for marriage or divorce.
7 Perfect what you are working on. Use patience. Analyze. Don’t talk too much about your projects. Observe, a time for intellectual writing and faith. Read and study. Gain knowledge of the self. Rest.
8 Use good judgment in all things. Opportunity for material gain, manage your money well, expenses could match income. Add to your business. 9 Humanitarian service. Represents selflessness, success comes to those who help others without wanting personal gain. Tie loose ends.
Tags: Numerology
Introducing the Personal Planets The natal chart (also called a birth chart or horoscope) acts as a "window" to the self. There are ten planets that make up the chart but this month we will focus on the first five Personal Planets, the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, and Mars. You will learn what these planets govern and how they affect your life. First there is our Sun sign, a person's internal parent or adult, and few things get past him/her. The Sun will listen to all of the other planets' input, but the Sun is the boss—the one who screens the action. The Sun will sends out the different planets on different missions.
The Moon is our internal child. The Moon represents our feelings, often those that are difficult to put into words. When we are feeling and thinking one thing, and are asked what is on our mind, more often than not our Sun (adult) screens these feelings so that what come out of our mouth stops us from telling our true feelings. (You know when a friend asks if you like something and you just say yes to be nice)
Then Mercury, the planet of communication, showcases how we express ourselves and rules our more impersonal thought processes. Think about the style in which you communicate; perhaps you are fast and furious, slow and deliberate, or somewhere in between. All these styles are determined by Mercury.
Next is Venus, the feminine aspect of the chart. Venus expresses what makes us feel good; our desires and the way we approach relationships, money, romance, and love. Venus represents social interactions, social attitudes, the arts, and where our values lie and how we set our priorities. And last but not least—Mars. Mars represents action, masculine energy. Our first active impulses are ruled by Mars. What fires us up, what gets us out of bed, and what lights our fire—most importantly the passion in which we pursue our wants. Mars represents impulse and embodies our instinct for survival—the "fight or flight" instinct. Next month you will be introduced to the Generational Planets. Remember, It’s a great day to be part of the Universe!
Linda
People, I am excited. I can barely contain myself.
Pluto, the planet of death, rebirth and regeneration has moved into the sign of Capricorn until 2034. Pluto will retrograde back into Sagittarius one final time on June 14. It will journey back into Capricorn on November 26, 2008 and remain there until January 21, 2024.
For sixteen years, Pluto will engage in a process of breaking down and then rebuilding the structures on which we depend for a successful experience in the material world. This will touch all of us on a deeply personal level at some time during the next 16 years.
Pluto in Capricorn is a powerful combination that can have a regenerative effect on the masses. Expect massive changes in government or business structures that are no longer sustainable or which seek to control through manipulation and suppression. The good news is that if we are ready to let go of the past and outmoded forms of governance and power, Pluto could "level the decks" so we can start over with a stronger foundation to build on. Capricorn rules political leaders, the government, and people in positions of social power. This will make politics more black and white but whichever political wing gains power, the masses will exercise more active participation. Don't forget, this is an election year.
Pluto reforms. Breaking down crystallized old concepts, structures, and outlived forms of government. Capricorn also rules the elderly and end of life issues, and Pluto's passage through Capricorn could transform the way we view the entire process of death and dying. It rules the homoeopathic principle in medicine, and will bring purifying change to whatever needs to be cleared up. The generation of children born under this accord can well be known as “The Reformers”.
Okay, boys and girls, you have to admit all of that sounds pretty exciting and I for one am ready for change.
Love to hear from you, linda
Tags: Change Is In The Air
Happy New Year!
Hear Ye Hear Ye, Jupiter the planet of expansion has entered Capricorn and will last until January 2009. Jupiter a kind of cosmic Santa Claus: generous, optimistic, excessive, showy, opinionated, passionate and boastful. Jupiter comes around to visit each sign about every twelve years so this is a big deal!
Below is a brief summary on how Jupiter’s transit in Capricorn will affect you, based on your sun signs. If you know your ascendant sign, read that forecast too. Enjoy! Aries - Jupiter gives you the green light in the area of career and work. You can achieve a great deal in 2008 if you are willing to work hard. You will have options. Some Rams may find their dream job. (I’m talking to you Laura, Brita). Taurus - This is the best year to travel; especially to foreign countries. It’s time to take action and go get that certificate or degree that you have been dreaming about. Gemini – Keep saying to yourself “I Allow” and watch the benefits flow from other people in the coming year. (Are you listening Michael?) This is one of your “money years” and it is likely to come from other sources, rather than work.
Cancer - Jupiter brings in supportive relationships and happiness in current ones. For many of you marriage is the next step. Don’t forget to invite me. You will form new beneficial business partnerships. Leo - You will enjoy many of your co-workers. New job opportunities will come your way especially in the health or service industry. An old acquaintance returns, pay attention. Virgo – Your relationships with your children if you have any will be joyous. You could be lucky at prizing winning or if you play games of chance. Romance is in the air, so breath it in Virgo. A new hobby will bring you much pleasure.
Libra - Real estate matters will favor you. If you are thinking about buying, selling, renting, remodeling, moving or even purchasing a vacation home, your chances are excellent for doing so. Much calmer home life. Scorpio - Short trips will do you well. You are opening to new vistas. This year you will have the opportunity to purchase a new vehicle. Your strained relationships with siblings will improve.
Sagittarius – Your big money year is here. A new unexpected source creates a cash flow. You will spend a lot of money but overall you will maintain a financial balance. Capricorn – This is your year to shine! Jupiter is visiting Capricorns making you the luckiest of all signs. Open your arms to receive for many blessings will come your way.
Aquarius - Good things are coming your way. You have not been forgotten. People from the past will come back into your life (that you will be pleased to see!). Your angels are lining up to support you in the year ahead! Pisces - People will be lining up to help you. Jupiter is moving through the friendship sector of your solar chart, many blessings come from your social contacts. (Read up Josh) One of your fondest hopes or wishes stands a good chance of coming true. Like to know what the planets say about you? Then contact me to get your astrological chart for the special price of only $5.00 (interpretation not included). I can be reached at nextchapter@charter.net. Lots of Love, Linda
Happy Holidays Everyone! Tis the season to make merry and my dear readers, I want to help you develop your intuition by using your Sun Sign.
Each sun sign has a specific take on intuition. I’ve listed several ideas on how to identify, acknowledge and encourage your intuitive powers. As you become more familiar with your intuition (inner voice) you will learn how to trust it and allow it to work magic in your life. Enjoy.
Aries (march 21st to April 21st)
Naturally intuitive, when you find yourself wanting to go in a new direction, read, attend a workshop on the area you are interested in and don’t forget to open your heart and mind to receive messages from your surroundings.
Taurus (April 21st to May 21st)
Allow your intuition to flow in all areas of your life so that you can be more independent, and don’t forget to pay attention to the people in your life. Look into creative visualization to help you manifest all those ideas that pop into your head.
Gemini (May 21st to June 21st)
Your intuition is powerful, so please focus on cultivating your attention skills. Find a meditation that works for you and please don’t forget to breathe. Try this -get a pair of dice, shake them and let them roll. It can be very hypnotizing and it works!
Cancer (June 21st to July 21st)
You know what is coming up without having to think about it. Yet; you struggle with is it my “logical voice” or my “intuitive voice.” Be still and become silent. You have to have your “me” time, it keeps you centered. And please, stop doubting what you hear.
Leo (July 21st to Aug 22)
When you combine your rational decision making with intuition no one can hold a candle to you. Learn to adjust your mental focus to take in subtle information and feelings. Find an outlet that allows you to relax and take it all in. Trust your inner knowing.
Virgo (Aug 22 to Sept 21st)
You may receive images or pictures in your mind eye. Learn to trust those mental pictures because that is your intuition talking to you, dear Virgo. You have a hard time trusting yourself (stop fussing) listen to the still small voice within and discover your peace.
Libra (September 21st to October 21st)
You want to achieve, harmony and balance in your life? Then balance your intuition with your intellect. Gather information, examine, breathe and examine it again. This isn’t a competition. This is about you and your intuition. Develop it and it will bring you goodness.
Scorpio (October 21st to November 21st)
Engage in focused meditation. Take classes, go to lectures and learn something new. Scorpio is the detective of the zodiac. So discover and stop picking things and everyone a part. (watch those stingers) Your intuition is the key to uncovering your hearts desire.
Sagittarius (November 21st to December 21st)
Deepen your personal values through you intuition. You don’t have to share everything with everybody. Take stock of your career and relationships. Your intuition is developed you just need to listen and trust it.
Capricorn (December 22 to January 21st)
Your cautious nature sometimes talks you out of trusting your intuition. But when you get back on target, you are a force. You must learn to trust your intuition, when you do you will be able to break through worn out beliefs that keep you from your bliss.
Aquarius (January 21st to February 21st)
Allow your intuition to help you build on your strengths and not pointing out others short comings. If you experience difficulty sleeping at night then try keeping a sleep journal. Your intuition is trying to get your attention. Go for a walk, take a yoga class or take a bath just learn to be still.
Pisces (February 21st to March 21st)
Pay attention to your dreams. Though you may become restless and confused, your intuition is helping you to let go of old beliefs. Don’t be afraid to share your insight with family and friends. They know you are not bragging just becoming more confident.
It's a great day to be a part of the Universe!
November greetings to All. I want to talk to you about one of the two classifications of the signs of the Zodiac—The Elements. The Elements (Fire, Earth, Air and Water) are based on ancient Greek philosophy. The ancients went back to square one, the building blocks of life: the solid earth upon which we stand, the running water we use as a resource, the air we breathe and the fire which keeps us warm and aids in the creation of additional resources. See the kinship to science. As Astrology developed, the Greeks began attaching elemental characteristics to the Signs, seeing as how it made sense to place a watery label on a more emotional sort. This led to the classification of the Signs to their corresponding Elements. The four elements and their corresponding Signs are Fire (Aries, Leo and Sagittarius), Earth (Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn), Air (Gemini, Libra and Aquarius) and Water (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces). While the Elements describe our basic nature, once combined in our overall astrological chart, they help to define us as a whole and complex person. In looking at an individual's astrological chart, the presence of more Fire Signs may well indicate a fiery, combustible personality. The absence of Earth Signs in a person's chart would indicate someone who is not very grounded or practical. The presence of a mix of all of the Elements would be a sign of a well-rounded individual. Each Element reflects a quality of human nature: Fire (think physical), Earth (think practical), Air (think intellectual) and Water (think emotional). So the next time you are engaged in conversation and the person gets all bend out of shape or not making any sense, chances are they're missing an element. It's a great day to be part of the Universe!
Did you know your Sun Sign reveals the way you want to be nurtured, the way you express yourself and your drives, hopes and wishes. So instead of complaining how your mother, father, spouse, significant other and friends don’t nurture you, try something different – nurture yourself! Use the following Sun sign key and discover how you can comfort yourself. Enjoy! If you’re born between 21 March – 20 April then you are an: Aries Aries, you have boundless get-up-and-go energy, and you find conflict a wee bit exciting. What does it for you: a day of power-shopping, or maybe an off-road bike ride, rock climbing. Just make sure you can enjoy the view. Outdoors speaks to your adventure-loving heart. If you’re born between 21 April -21 May then you are a: Taurus Taurus, your too sexy for the world. You are sensual and extravagant, and nobody knows how to indulge themselves more than you. What does it for you – treating yourself to a massage, pedicure, or maybe renting a limo for a day. Perhaps go on a local wine tasting tour; maybe purchase a piece of artwork or buy those earrings/cufflinks that whisper “buy me” every time you look at them in the window. If you’re born between 21 May – 21 June then you are a: Gemini Gemini, you are quick-witted and love variety. Enjoy a cocktail, coffee with all of your closest buddies. Let’s see buy theatre tickets, go to a movie, and laugh as loud as you can. Sign up for that class or better yet think of a class you want to teach. Set an appointment to get that hair styled. Get your video cam out and direct the world. Gemini, nobody (and I mean nobody!) knows how to keep the mood fun and light like you! If you’re born between 22 June – 22 July then you are a: Cancer Cancer, you are the king/queen of nurturing. Fix your favourite drink and put it in your favourite glass. My friend Leslie (who is a Cancer) gave me a beautiful goblet and called it “Linda’s goblet of abundance”. I love it and when I drink from it –okay, you get the picture. Anyway, back to you – put on your favourite music, bring out all the old photos and start calling the people you love. Or maybe you want to plan a vacation, fix a yummy dish, go the bookstore, or rent a movie. Whatever you do, it will be magical! If you’re born between 23 July – 23 August then you are a: Leo Leo, how you love the spotlight but sometimes you want silence. Read, relax and enjoy your favourite sports show. If you have children watch them, see how they interact and gently tell them how much you love them. Tinker around the house with the projects that you have been meaning to fix. Don’t worry! By tomorrow you will regain your roar. For kicks, rent a karaoke machine - watch out American Idol! If you’re born between 23 August – 23 September you are a: Virgo Virgo, your idea of nurturing yourself is probably cleaning the house, right? There's something almost Zen-like about vacuuming the living room; the rhythm soothes you, not to mention the feeling you get from bringing order to your environment. Perhaps you can go to your favourite bookstores and spend several guilt-free hours browsing. Then mosey on over to the pricey culinary shop and indulge in one of those must-have kitchen gadgets that all the cooking shows rave about. Perhaps you can pick-up lunch at the fine, well-appointed restaurant, or just grab a table inside – be reckless! If you’re born between 23 September – 23 October then you are a: Libra Libra, you are always trying to bring harmony to the world. Now it’s time to treat yourself to a long, luxurious visit to a day spa. Pull out all the stops. Or perhaps you want a day trip to the beach and listen to the waves. Afterwards, go clubbing where you can dance, shout and let it out. Serenity’s good but singing loud goes a long way! If you’re born between 23 October – 23 November then you are a: Scorpio Scorpio, the perfect way to nurture you is to hit the pause button. Recall all the places you enjoy visiting such as the cemetery, zoo, hiking trails, etc. Think about what you have achieved in your life. Treat yourself to that out-of-the-way food stand and enjoy people watching. Don’t forget to grab and play your favourite music even if it’s on a cassette tape. You are a respected, complex, multifaceted individual, and the world needs you. If you’re born between 23 November – 22 December then you are a: Sagittarius Sagittarian, the world is your play ground. If you've got the time and the resources, go for a long drive and explore places that are off the beaten path. If you don't get a chance to travel, arrange a lively get-together with family and some of your many friends. Make sure you have plenty of exotic foods, mingle and flirt with the crowd, and show off your smarts and wonderful sense of humor. If you’re born between 22 December – 20 January then you are a: Capricorn Capricorn, anything that makes you laugh, feel good and forget your worries is a good start. Splurge at that restaurant you love, watch a comedy, drink that delicious large cup of cappuccino, play your music loud and discreetly tap your foot. Just indulge – you old goat! Write a gratitude list and realize that life has a way of working out. If you’re born between 21 January – 19 February then you are an: Aquarius Aquarius, please try to sit still. Now I know that is a tall order but you need to regroup, and I mean right now. Yes, you have your causes and interests but I want you to do something for you. Paint, swim, skate, run, walk or dance just get that body of yours moving. Go to a musical, watch a comedy, get a massage, or rent a meditation tape - just lighten up! Relax and celebrate your unique and amazing soul. It’s all Good! If you’re born between 20 February – 20 March then you are a: Pisces Pisces, indulge your desire to daydream, play video games, look at a fantasy movies and sleep. Fantasy and creativity are your lifeblood. Go to a museum, see a movie and experience anything in which reality is suspended for a time, allowing you to express your childlike innocence and curiosity. Take a walk in the park - your love of nature will inspire you for days on end. Any questions, comments (love praise) and gifts you want to give to me – bring it on. I can be reached at planettalk@localsguide.com – nothing but love-Linda
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