THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK – PART 1
Saturday May 12, 2012

Annular Solar Eclipse
This week brings than big Annular Solar Eclipse we’ve been waiting for. It will take place on Sun 20 May at 7:47pm ET. The Moon will pass directly in front of the Sun, but because it is at the far end of its elliptical orbit (apogee) it will appear smaller and won’t be able to entirely blot out the light of the Sun. It will black out the center of the Sun and leave a ring (annulus) of fire around it.

Venus Retrograde
Venus is virtually motionless now as it grinds to a complete halt on Tuesday 15 May and turns backwards. Venus is having an unmistakable effect on our human experience. Venus rules, money, love sexuality, life on Earth and relationships.

Venus’ connection to money means that global financial markets look set to have a tumultuous week.

Venus rules relationships of all types i.e. love, business, politics etc. That’s been reflected in Greece and France where elections were held last week. The changing relationship between the electorate and government has brought a change in leadership. In Israel, a call for a September election was avoided when Benjamin Netanyahu managed to form a strong coalition that consolidated his power.

Venus’ shift into backward motion is highlighting all Venusian themes. Sexuality too is in the news. US President Barack Obama declared his support for same-sex marriage after Vice-President Joe Biden expressed his support last weekend.

It’ll be fascinating to see how all the Venusian themes evolve through the 43-day Venus retrograde cycle. Let’s keep a watch on it right here.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK – PART 2
Sunday May 13, 2012

Jupiter and the Sun will Help You
Jupiter (good luck, boundlessness) has joined up today with the Sun (personal fulfilment). Keep up your hope and faith in reaching your dreams.

The global tension we are living through shows no sign of retreating; yet with Jupiter and the Sun together as they are, today, it means that somewhere in your world there is a shining opportunity working some magic for you! Focus your attention on it and it will blossom into something wonderful.

Void-of-Course Moon Periods
Here are the Void Moon periods for this week. During these periods, it is best, if at all possible to avoid making any final decision or important business transactions. Sending in job applications or launching important initiatives is not advisable either.

If you do any of the above they are highly unlikely to reach their intended outcome. Your job applications will probably get lost or slip down the priority list.

If however, you cannot avoid doing the above, don’t worry. Being aware that it’s a Void Moon period will keep you a step or two ahead of the game. You’ll get a chance soon enough to modify your plans and put them on a better trajectory.

Above all don’t worry! Worrying is hard to avoid, but it only makes matters worse. Being aware of the VOC period gives you an advantage. Stay positive and you’ll be in control!

All other activities are fine. For example: holding meetings, discussions, doing chores, working etc – just don’t make any final decisions.

About a 9-3/4 hour VOC period
Tues 15 May 2012 – VOC begins: 11:59am GMT 07:59am ET
Tues 15 May 2012 – VOC Ends: 09:45pm GMT 05:45pm ET

About a 12-3/4 hour VOC period
Thurs 17 May 2012 – VOC begins: 09:44pm GMT 05:44pm ET
Fri 18 May 2012 – VOC ends: 10:03am GMT 06:03am ET

About a 10-1/2 hour VOC period
Sun 20 May 0212 – VOC begins: 12:35pm GMT 8:35am ET
Sun 20 May 0212 – VOC Ends: 11:05pm GMT 7:05pm ET

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