Mercury Retrograde

[fabrisse]

Back up your computers. Mercury starts going retrograde 11/17. Since Mars is also retrograde (which effects the hardware side), this means that when means of communications fail they will do so spectacularly.

The last time these two were retrograde together, I had three sets of friends (couples) who'd been together for years break up. I was in a serious car accident and spent several months in a cervical collar, and at least half a dozen friends had to buy new computers because when theirs broke it couldn't be fixed at all.

So I'm trying to give everyone some warning. It lasts three weeks (December 4). Mars comes out of its tail spin five days later (December 9). Be nice to your machines and think before you speak. *G*

Comments

[siderea]

Phew! Just sync'd my new Palm just in time.

[fabrisse.livejournal.com]

Glad to hear it. Things is weird.

[rhiannonhero.livejournal.com]

*cries* No! I don't have time for this!!

[fabrisse.livejournal.com]

I know what you mean, but better forewarned n'est-ce pas?

Well Yes But...

[breeamal.livejournal.com]

I got this from a friend today:

It's Jupiter's Time in Scorpio Again

Jupiter, the planet of growth, luck and expansion, entered the water sign Scorpio on October 25th, 2005. The planet Jupiter symbolizes growth and expanded awareness, and stays in each sign for about a year.

Scorpio is the sign known for depth and intensity, and can be probing, obsessive and powerfully focused. With Jupiter in this sign, we can find ways now to expand our opportunities [Jupiter] by focusing on the unseen issues beneath the surface [Scorpio]. We can experience growth and expansion from letting go of what is unnecessary, and find regeneration and rebirth after release or loss.

Self-confidence can be strong now, and the mind can be trained to focus on self-empowerment through unyielding determination. Jupiter in Scorpio is symbolic of the shaman and the magician, and the unseen transformative power of the mind when faith is unwavering.
The planet Jupiter represents abundance, growth, and spiritual expansion, and is generally known for its benefic energy. To attune to the vibration of a specific planet, it can be helpful to create an altar that includes symbols, scents and objects that resonate at the same frequency as the planet itself. One can also visualize the corresponding symbols, colors and scents, if the "tools" are not immediately available - they are not necessary to connect with the vibration, though they can be a helpful tool to activate your imagination. The list of correspondences below can be a helpful guide to inspire your personal connection with "The Great Benefic".

Adding an affirmation for balance and peace may be helpful, since being too enthusiastic for Jupiter energy could invoke the beginning of getting over- extended - but it can definitely get things moving!

In astrology, every planet, sign or aspect has at least two sides; Jupiter's more challenging aspect includes over-extension, being overly optimistic ["counting your chickens before they hatch"], extravagance, taking on more than you can handle, over-spending, and even weight gain! In my experience, a good dose of reality and self-discipline can help one channel the blessings of Jupiter in a more grounded way, in accordance with the highest good for all.

Jupiter will be in the sign of Scorpio through November 23rd, 2006.


Jupiter's themes and elements:

Themes: Leadership, Honors, Business, Public Acclaim, Law and Courts, Justice, Growth, and Expansion
Colors: Royal Blue, Royal Purple
Stones: Amethyst, Emerald, Lepidolite, Sugilite
Metal: Brass
Deities: Isis, Hathor, Hera, Juno, Themis, Jupiter, Thor, Zeus
Incense: Cedarwood, Nutmeg, Clove, Sage
Herbs:

Aloeswood
Cedarwood
Cinquefoil
Clove
Dandelion
Fir Balsam
Hyssop
Juniper
Melissa (Lemon Balm)
Nutmeg
Sage
Sassafras
Oakmoss

Re: Well Yes But...

[fabrisse.livejournal.com]

So we're going to be blessed by communications screw-ups and hardware failures? It could happen. *G*

[riverfox.livejournal.com]

Uranus in retrograde would have more dominance I should think since it tends to rule technology and the "computer age" but you're right, and all comm/trans systems--as in the Internet, your car, the bus, the phone, boats, planes, etc--should watch out. ;)