Today is Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016
Hebrew date is 11 Kislev 5777
Islamic date is 12 Rabi’-I 1438

Mayan Tzolk’in Day is 12 Chuwen
Mayan Long Count is 13.0.4.0.11
Julian Day is 2457734

Today’s Birthdays: Hector Berlioz (1803-1869), Annie Jump Cannon (1863-1941), Tom Hayden (1939-2016), Brenda Lee (1944), Jermaine Jackson (1954), Tom Shadyac (1958), Mos Def (1973), Roy Wood, Jr. (1978), Tiffany Alvord (1992).

“I think people are entitled to march without a permit. When you have a few hundred thousand people on the street you have permission.”
— Tom Hayden

Moon Phase: Moon is in Waxing Gibbous phase and enters Full phase on Dec. 13-14 at 4:05 pm PST / 7:05 pm EST (00:05:29 UTC).
Next Full Moon is on Dec. 13-14 at 4:05 pm PST / 7:05 pm EST (00:05:29 UTC).
Next New Moon is on Dec. 28-29 at 10:53 pm PST / 1:53 am EST (06:53:07 UTC).
Moon Sign: Moon is in Taurus and enters Gemini on Dec. 12 at 4:41 am PST / 7:41 am EST (12:41:17 UTC).
Sun Degree: 20-21 Sagittarius.

Planetary Stations and Sign Changes
Salacia stations direct at 4:07 pm PST / 7:07 pm EST (00:07:11 Dec. 12 UTC).

Interesting Selected Aspects | Data by Serennu
— Mars sextile Ixion at 9:03 am PST / 12:03 pm EST (17:03:28 UTC).
— Okyrhoe conjunct Crantor at 12:32 pm PST / 3:32 pm EST (20:31:36 UTC).
— Mars trine Haumea at 2:32 pm PST / 5:32 pm EST (22:31:35 UTC).
— Venus opposite Vesta at 8:47 pm PST / 11:47 pm EST (04:46:37 Dec. 12 UTC).

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If Your Birthday is Dec. 11
(The Day of Intensity) | Sagittarius Birthday Reading | All Other Signs
As your influence increases, it may be useful to do a maintenance check on your value system and personal code of conduct. Practice and hone your listening skills, and be prepared to make your voice heard in situations where you might previously have had less of a say. Consider this an opportunity to go on record — what it’ll be for is up to you.

Written in the Planets
Venus and Vesta today suggest that you infuse your heart with the spirit of the forthcoming holiday. Imagine a warm fire on a hearth while it snows outside. We can all offer that sort of comfort to anyone who needs it, simply by listening, watching and expressing empathy. Don’t forget to treat yourself with the same kindness as you would give to others. You deserve no less. I think it’s true, also, that when you light a candle in your heart, you too benefit from its heat and brightness by sheer proximity.

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Today is Saturday, Dec. 10, 2016
Hebrew date is 10 Kislev 5777
Islamic date is 11 Rabi’-I 1438

Mayan Tzolk’in Day is 11 Ok
Mayan Long Count is 13.0.4.0.10
Julian Day is 2457733

Today’s Birthdays: Ada Lovelace (1815-1852), Emily Dickinson (1830-1886), Olivier Messiaen (1908-1992), Clive Anderson (1952), Eudine Barriteau (1954), Paul Hardcastle (1957), Kenneth Branagh (1960), Meg White (1974), Sarah Chang (1980).

“I am more than ever now the bride of science. Religion to me is science, and science is religion. In that deeply-felt truth lies the secret of my intense devotion to the reading of God’s natural works.”
— Ada Lovelace

Moon Phase: Moon is in First Quarter phase and enters Waxing Gibbous phase on Dec. 10 at 11:29 am PST / 2:29 pm EST (19:28:48 UTC).
Next Full Moon is on Dec. 13-14 at 4:05 pm PST / 7:05 pm EST (00:05:29 UTC).
Next New Moon is on Dec. 28-29 at 10:53 pm PST / 1:53 am EST (06:53:07 UTC).
Moon Sign: Moon is in Aries and enters Taurus today at 4:41 am PST / 7:41 am EST (12:40:44 UTC).
Sun Degree: 19-20 Sagittarius.

Planetary Stations and Sign Changes
Moon enters Taurus at 4:41 am PST / 7:41 am EST (12:40:44 UTC).

Interesting Selected Aspects | Data by Serennu
— Mercury sextile Neptune at 12:25 am PST / 3:25 am EST (08:25:21 UTC).
— Sun square Borasisi at 2:21 am PST / 5:21 am EST (10:21:04 UTC).
— Sun conjunct Saturn at 3:51 am PST / 6:51 am EST (11:51:09 UTC).
— Venus square 1992 QB1 at 5:45 am PST / 8:45 am EST (13:45:27 UTC).

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If Your Birthday is Dec. 10
(The Day of Inner Fervor) | Sagittarius Birthday Reading | All Other Signs
What do you believe your truest, most pressing obligations and responsibilities are? You might think in terms of your wider community and the planet itself, your immediate family and your job, or your soul’s purpose and spiritual evolution. Consider checking those beliefs for possible roots in guilt, or in a story that is not actually true. A sense of clarity about the thing that must be done — even if it’s not easy, or if gratification will be delayed — is what you’re looking for. Then, get to work.

Written in the Planets
As the Moon moves into Taurus today, it might very well assist with some ‘stick-to-itiveness’ with any duties you simply must fulfill. The trick might be getting going in the first place. So, if necessary, remind yourself how much better you’ll feel once you’ve gotten the project in question out of the way. Today’s Sun-Saturn conjunction in Sagittarius might feel like it’s limiting your freedom with ‘responsibilities’. If so, the key is to put the effort in where it’s needed rather than getting hung up in resistance. If holiday shopping is on your agenda, let that Taurus Moon guide you toward items that engage the senses, are well made and beautiful, and have lasting value.

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Today is Friday, Dec. 9, 2016
Hebrew date is 9 Kislev 5777
Islamic date is 10 Rabi’-I 1438

Mayan Tzolk’in Day is 10 Muluk
Mayan Long Count is 13.0.4.0.9
Julian Day is 2457732

Today’s Birthdays: John Milton (1608-1674), Dalton Trumbo (1905-1976), Kirk Douglas (1916), Judi Dench (1934), Neil Innes (1944), Joan Armatrading (1950), Michael Dorn (1952), John Malkovich (1953), Jesse Metcalfe (1978).

“No sir, anybody who went out and got into the front line trenches to fight for liberty was a goddamn fool and the guy who got him there was a liar.”
— Dalton Trumbo

Moon Phase: Moon is in First Quarter phase and enters Waxing Gibbous phase on Dec. 10 at 11:29 am PST / 2:29 pm EST (19:28:48 UTC).
Next Full Moon is on Dec. 13-14 at 4:05 pm PST / 7:05 pm EST (00:05:29 UTC).
Next New Moon is on Dec. 28-29 at 10:53 pm PST / 1:53 am EST (06:53:07 UTC).
Moon Sign: Moon is in Aries and enters Taurus on Dec. 10 at 4:41 am PST / 7:41 am EST (12:40:44 UTC).
Sun Degree: 18-19 Sagittarius.

Planetary Stations and Sign Changes
Ceres stations direct at 4:28 pm PST / 7:28 pm EST (00:27:39 Dec. 10 UTC).
Echeclus stations direct at 4:39 pm PST / 7:39 pm EST (00:39:01 Dec. 10 UTC).

Interesting Selected Aspects | Data by Serennu
— Pallas square Sedna at 1:26 am PST / 4:26 am EST (09:26:05 UTC).
— Mars sextile Eris at 6:36 am PST / 9:36 am EST (14:36:19 UTC).
— Sun sextile Jupiter at 1:39 pm PST / 4:39 pm EST (21:39:02 UTC).
— Saturn square Borasisi at 2:34 pm PST / 5:34 pm EST (22:34:35 UTC).

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If Your Birthday is Dec. 9
(The Day of Flamboyance) | Sagittarius Birthday Reading | All Other Signs
Be open to intuitive hints — the more surprising the better. If you find yourself particularly eager to put your energy into some larger cause or a group activity, chances are your time will be well spent. This is especially true if you have the opportunity to learn from someone ‘in authority’, or if you feel like you’re fulfilling a responsibility. No matter what, you have the potential to benefit from virtually anything you choose to focus on today.

Written in the Planets
As if tuning into the news was not enough to get the hint, today’s astrology suggests you get to work on social justice issues — especially the ‘surprise’ issues of this year. With the Sagittarius Sun exactly sextile Jupiter in Libra today, the idea is to aim high and think big. As in, act on your conscious awareness of your role in some cause, project or activity that is larger than yourself. With Mars in Aquarius contacting both Eris in Aries and Black Moon Lilith in Scorpio, notice if any facets of the ‘shadow feminine’ are facilitating (or provoking) what you want and how you go about getting it, including sexually. Specifically, watch for any marginalized parts of yourself asking for attention. How is it showing up (or insisting on being recognized) in any groups you participate in?

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Today is Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016
Hebrew date is 8 Kislev 5777
Islamic date is 9 Rabi’-I 1438

Mayan Tzolk’in Day is 9 Lamat
Mayan Long Count is 13.0.4.0.8
Julian Day is 2457731

Today’s Birthdays: Horace (65-8 BC), Camille Claudel (1864-1943), Diego Rivera (1886-1957), James Thurber (1894-1961), Sammy Davis, Jr. (1925-1990), Jim Morrison (1943-1971), Bill Bryson (1951), Teri Hatcher (1964), Nicki Minaj (1982).

“The man who is tenacious of purpose in a rightful cause is not shaken from his firm resolve by the frenzy of his fellow citizens clamoring for what is wrong, or by the tyrant’s threatening countenance.”
— Horace

Moon Phase: Moon is in First Quarter phase and enters Waxing Gibbous phase on Dec. 10 at 11:29 am PST / 2:29 pm EST (19:28:48 UTC).
Next Full Moon is on Dec. 13-14 at 4:05 pm PST / 7:05 pm EST (00:05:29 UTC).
Next New Moon is on Dec. 28-29 at 10:53 pm PST / 1:53 am EST (06:53:07 UTC).
Moon Sign: Moon is in Pisces and enters Aries today at 2:15 am PST / 5:15 am EST (10:15:27 UTC).
Sun Degree: 17-18 Sagittarius.

Planetary Stations and Sign Changes
Moon enters Aries at 2:15 am PST / 5:15 am EST (10:15:27 UTC).

Interesting Selected Aspects | Data by Serennu
— Venus square Pelion at 9:44 pm Dec. 7 PST / 12:44 am EST (05:44:16 UTC).
— Juno square Teharonhiawako at 12:01 am PST / 3:01 am EST (08:01:21 UTC).
— Venus conjunct Okyrhoe at 12:36 am PST / 3:36 am EST (08:36:02 UTC), and Crantor at 3:42 am PST / 6:42 am EST (11:41:42 UTC).
— Mercury conjunct Chariklo at 2:59 am PST / 5:59 am EST (10:59:04 UTC).
— Sun square Psyche at 1:40 pm PST / 4:40 pm EST (21:40:07 UTC).

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If Your Birthday is Dec. 8
(The Day of Abandon) | Sagittarius Birthday Reading | All Other Signs
Most people are wary of change, sometimes even when it looks positively glittering compared to the status quo. Yet everything in the universe is in flux, and so are you. Don’t be afraid to embrace the mutable in you; it’s essential both to your growth and to the creation of a brighter world.

Written in the Planets
The inner planets aspecting centaurs today suggest that we’re starting to feel the new paradigm we are about to enter. By that, I mean personally, in our daily activities. I know you may be concerned, to say the least. Remember, though, that we’re in this together. In our individual lives, often we have to make the best of things; though we always can (and should) help one another. Collectively, we have the power to make things better. The two approaches are by no means mutually exclusive.

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Today is Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016
Hebrew date is 7 Kislev 5777
Islamic date is 8 Rabi’-I 1438

Mayan Tzolk’in Day is 8 Manik’
Mayan Long Count is 13.0.4.0.7
Julian Day is 2457730

Today’s Birthdays: Abd al-Rahman al-Sufi (903-986), Gerard Kuiper (1905-1973), Noam Chomsky (1928), Ellen Burstyn (1932), Bud Spangler (1938-2014), Tom Waits (1949), Jeffrey Wright (1965), Shiri Appleby (1978), Sara Bareilles (1979).

“Personally I’m in favor of democracy, which means that the central institutions in the society have to be under popular control. Now, under capitalism we can’t have democracy by definition. Capitalism is a system in which the central institutions of society are in principle under autocratic control. Thus, a corporation or an industry is, if we were to think of it in political terms, fascist; that is, it has tight control at the top and strict obedience has to be established at every level — there’s a little bargaining, a little give and take, but the line of authority is perfectly straightforward. Just as I’m opposed to political fascism, I’m opposed to economic fascism. I think that until major institutions of society are under the popular control of participants and communities, it’s pointless to talk about democracy.”
— Noam Chomsky

Moon Phase: Moon is in Waxing Crescent phase and enters First Quarter phase on Dec. 7 at 1:03 am PST / 4:03 am EST (09:02:56 UTC).
Next Full Moon is on Dec. 13-14 at 4:05 pm PST / 7:05 pm EST (00:05:29 UTC).
Next New Moon is on Dec. 28-29 at 10:53 pm PST / 1:53 am EST (06:53:07 UTC).
Moon Sign: Moon is in Pisces and enters Aries on Dec. 8 at 2:15 am PST / 5:15 am EST (10:15:27 UTC).
Sun Degree: 16-17 Sagittarius.

Planetary Stations and Sign Changes
Venus enters Aquarius at 6:51 am PST / 9:51 am EST (14:51:00 UTC).
Orcus stations retrograde at 12:51 pm PST / 3:51 pm EST (20:51:23 UTC).

Interesting Selected Aspects | Data by Serennu
— Mercury conjunct Amycus at 3:56 am PST / 6:56 am EST (11:55:47 UTC).
— Mars sextile Ceres at 7:46 am PST / 10:46 am EST (15:46:14 UTC).
— Venus square Typhon at 8:31 am PST / 11:31 am EST (16:30:48 UTC).
— Venus opposite Varuna at 9:20 am PST / 12:20 pm EST (17:20:02 UTC).

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If Your Birthday is Dec. 7
(The Day of Idiosyncrasy) | Sagittarius Birthday Reading | All Other Signs
Imagine for a moment that you can cast a love spell between your conscious mind and your unconscious emotions, so they’ll work productively with each other. In terms of following through on your intentions with complete conviction, you’d pretty much be unstoppable, wouldn’t you? Even if you think that’s impossible, see what you can do to get the magic going. Start with self-awareness. If you notice you seem to be working at cross-purposes with yourself, investigate those impulses with compassion.

Written in the Planets
With today’s first quarter Moon, you might be feeling your motivation pick up to move some project forward. Feel for what your emotions, dreams or other unconscious hints suggest, and see how well they synthesize with any conscious spiritual framework you might be guiding yourself with. That could be where today’s work is; which is another way of saying that could be where you feel some tension. Venus also moves into Aquarius today. There it aligns with a cluster of minor objects in the first degrees of the fixed signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius). There’s a suggestion here of the ability and desire to associate with a diverse variety of intriguing people — even if they seem to provoke you. Stimulation can come in many forms.

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Today is Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016
Hebrew date is 6 Kislev 5777
Islamic date is 7 Rabi’-I 1438

Mayan Tzolk’in Day is 7 Kimi
Mayan Long Count is 13.0.4.0.6
Julian Day is 2457729

Today’s Birthdays: Dion Fortune (1890-1946), Ira Gershwin (1896-1983), Linda Creed (1948-1986), JoBeth Williams (1948), Peter Buck (1956), Nick Park (1958), Satoru Iwata (1959-2015), Judd Apatow (1967), Noel Clarke (1975).

“To say that a thing is imaginary is not to dispose of it in the realm of mind, for the imagination, or the image making faculty, is a very important part of our mental functioning. An image formed by the imagination is a reality from the point of view of psychology; it is quite true that it has no physical existence, but are we going to limit reality to that which is material? We shall be far out of our reckoning if we do, for mental images are potent things, and although they do not actually exist on the physical plane, they influence it far more than most people suspect.”
— Dion Fortune

Moon Phase: Moon is in Waxing Crescent phase and enters First Quarter phase on Dec. 7 at 1:03 am PST / 4:03 am EST (09:02:56 UTC).
Next Full Moon is on Dec. 13-14 at 4:05 pm PST / 7:05 pm EST (00:05:29 UTC).
Next New Moon is on Dec. 28-29 at 10:53 pm PST / 1:53 am EST (06:53:07 UTC).
Moon Sign: Moon is in Pisces and enters Aries on Dec. 8 at 2:15 am PST / 5:15 am EST (10:15:27 UTC).
Sun Degree: 15-16 Sagittarius.

Planetary Stations and Sign Changes
Rhiphonos stations retrograde at 6:00 am PST / 9:00 am EST (02:00:35 12/7 UTC).

Interesting Selected Aspects | Data by Serennu
— Mercury square Elatus at midnight PST / 3:00 am EST (07:59:57 UTC).
— Venus opposite Thereus at 4:08 am PST / 7:08 am EST (12:07:49 UTC).
— Mars opposite Sila-Nunam at 9:37 am PST / 12:37 pm EST (17:37:01 UTC).
— Mars sextile Uranus at 7:30 pm PST / 10:30 pm EST (03:29:47 Dec. 7 UTC).

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If Your Birthday is Dec. 6
(The Day of Extraction) | Sagittarius Birthday Reading | All Other Signs
If you’ve felt slighted at all recently, consider where you might be locating your power. If you’ve placed it with someone else, consciously realizing that offers you a fantastic opportunity to reclaim it. You have the ability to envision a different way of expressing and meeting your emotional needs. In fact, if you pay attention while journeying in the dreamtime, you might notice at least two options.

Written in the Planets
Today’s the day to break out of any kind of rut or routine that you might be chafing at. If you’re not sure where to begin, start with your social circles: by seeking out your more stimulating, eccentric or unpredictable friends, you’ll be more likely to spark up your day in a satisfying way. Mars in Aquarius is sextile Uranus in Aries, piquing your restlessness — and the stamina to support it. In fact, that aspect also suggests the ability to make practical use of whatever insights result from your adventuring. Meanwhile, the Pisces Moon conjoins Neptune today. Put all that visionary energy and emotional sensitivity to some newfound creative use.

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Today is Monday, Dec. 5, 2016
Hebrew date is 5 Kislev 5777
Islamic date is 6 Rabi’-I 1438

Mayan Tzolk’in Day is 6 Chikchan
Mayan Long Count is 13.0.4.0.5
Julian Day is 2457728

Today’s Birthdays: Christina Rossetti (1830-1894), Little Richard (1932), Jose Carreras (1946), Cliff Eidelman (1964), Margaret Cho (1968), Michel’le (1970), Nick Stahl (1979), Keri Hilson (1982).

“Whenever anyone has called me a bitch, I have taken it as a compliment. To me, a bitch is assertive, unapologetic, demanding, intimidating, intelligent, fiercely protective, in control — all very positive attributes. But it’s not supposed to be a compliment, because there’s that stupid double standard: When men are aggressive and dominant, they are admired, but when a woman possesses those same qualities, she is dismissed and called a bitch.”
— Margaret Cho

Feds Deny Dakota Pipeline Permit; Propose New Route

Just hours before the Monday morning deadline to end the Standing Rock protests, the Army Corps of Engineers said Sunday that the federal government would not approve permits for construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline beneath a dammed section of the Missouri River.

Standing Rock tribal chairman Dave Archambault II on NBC News.

Through the weekend, thousands of American military veterans arrived at the Sacred Stone camp in Cannon Ball, ND, where water protectors have been focusing national attention by blocking progress on the pipeline.

That seemed to be leading to a showdown, as North Dakota Governor Jack Dalrymple set a deadline of Monday, Dec. 5 for the camp to be vacated.

During the past four months, the camp has become a functioning city. Veterans of U.S. wars in Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan have been traveling to the site to serve as human shields, located between local law enforcement and indigenous activists. Presumably the paramilitary police and National Guardsmen, who have been using vicious tactics on the water protectors, would be reluctant to open fire on others who have served in uniform.

The result of the Standing Rock protest demonstrates what happens when there are real protests and public awareness is focused on an issue.

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Today is Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016
Hebrew date is 4 Kislev 5777
Islamic date is 5 Rabi’-I 1438

Mayan Tzolk’in Day is 5 K’an
Mayan Long Count is 13.0.4.0.4
Julian Day is 2457727

Today’s Birthdays: Samuel Butler (1835-1902), Edith Cavell (1865-1915), Ronnie Corbett (1930-2016), Jeff Bridges (1949), Marisa Tomei (1964), Jay Z (1969), Tyra Banks (1973), Orlando Brown (1987).

“Standing as I do in view of God and eternity, I realize that patriotism is not enough. I must have no hatred or bitterness towards anyone.”
— Edith Cavell

Moon Phase: Moon is in Waxing Crescent phase and enters First Quarter phase on Dec. 7 at 1:03 am PST / 4:03 am EST (09:02:56 UTC).
Next Full Moon is on Dec. 13-14 at 4:05 pm PST / 7:05 pm EST (00:05:29 UTC).
Next New Moon is on Dec. 28-29 at 10:53 pm PST / 1:53 am EST (06:53:07 UTC).
Moon Sign: Moon is in Aquarius and enters Pisces on Dec. 5-6 at 8:31 pm PST / 11:31 pm EST (04:30:51 UTC).
Sun Degree: 13-14 Sagittarius.

Planetary Stations and Sign Changes
Today there are no sign or direction changes.

Interesting Selected Aspects | Data by Serennu
— Pelion square Crantor at 5:14 am PST / 8:14 am EST (13:14:03 UTC).
— Mercury sextile Nessus at 6:43 am PST / 9:43 am EST (14:42:45 UTC).
— Sun opposite Asbolus at 10:50 am PST / 1:50 pm EST (18:49:44 UTC).

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If Your Birthday is Dec. 4
(The Day of Fortitude) | Sagittarius Birthday Reading | All Other Signs
Keep your dreams alive. There are such things as necessary delays and temporary setbacks; perseverance is key to overcoming them. If you keep moving you know you can get there. Don’t listen to anyone who would discourage; ultimately, it’s your life, and they are not you.

Written in the Planets
Today, the Sun and Mercury are offering you the chance to outgrow whatever early programming is getting in your way just now. Be patient with yourself while going through this process. Habits and ideas are learned for a reason, which often amounts to self-protection or simply survival. You could well find it easier to move on if you give yourself credit for getting to where you are now.

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