12-18 april ◆ ornate graces

There is so much this week. The majority of us have had some combination of dramatic shifts in our lives: new and old ways of spending our days, moving around the world, giving up something precious, or being forced to live without, to name only a few in a long list. There have been many occasions for grief and mourning so that we are all in a new relationship with things, places, and people lost. This week asks us to recognize the grace that we have received and given to others. This is a time of support, but it can also be challenging to release certain things or to feel like we have given up something because we chose to push onward. If we aren’t feeling ready to go yet, this might be a time where our bolstering breezes, whatever form they take, come in to give us some guidance or opportunity.
If there has been a whirl of energy and new ventures for some of us, this is another week of getting done as much as we can. It may be a reasonable time to begin or wrap up, depending on where we are in the cycle. Can we count our blessings this week? What kindnesses or honors have we been given or given out? Can we afford more of those to others and ourselves? Take a moment to be grateful for what is of value to you and try to express that in the world. Play with adornment and ornament in a new way this week. If there is not a lot of inspiration, find something that inspires dignity or opulence. This week is flashy!
The beginning of the week has us feeling a bit more valuable and regal than usual. Take this moment to find what makes you shine. What makes you feel valued, honored, and respected? How can we lift up others at this time? Try recognizing where we assume leadership roles in our lives and where we can give graces to others.
Mid-week looks pretty rosy for anyone trying to show off their style and taste. Another chance to flirt and feel fine is upon us. Use Wednesday evening to relax or find pleasure, if that’s possible. If the work just keeps on coming, give yourself some kind of luxury or indulgence this evening to remind ourselves that we are valuable. Consider your sovereignty; where do the extra-talented parts of ourselves bring light to the world?
The end of the week is busy. A few things are happening at once, so be ready to receive the rush of energy and items added to our to-do lists. This weekend’s nature is positive and will hopefully give some supportive words and actions where we need them. Watch for opportunities to provide generosity and grace to others--they will be repaid. Some systems we identify with may break down now. This is an opportunity for change, but it may be challenging to rearrange the parts into something that looks familiar. Go for function first and form second. There is support this week if we are not too proud or self-serving to accept it.

Technical Details (EDT):
Monday 4/12
☽ → ♉︎ 1:43 PM

Tuesday 4/13
☉ 24°♈︎ ✳︎ ♂︎ 24°♊︎ 7:09 PM

Wednesday 4/14
♀︎ → ♉︎ 2:21 PM

Thursday 4/15
☽ → ♊︎ 2:34 AM
☉ 25°♈︎ ✳︎ ♃ 25°♒︎ 12:58 PM

Friday 4/16
☉ 26°♈︎ ▢ ♇ 26°♑︎ 9:26 AM

Saturday 4/17
♂︎ 26°♊︎ △ ♃ 26°♒︎ 1:13 AM
☿ 26°♈︎ ✳︎ ♃ 26°♒︎ 11:59 AM
☿ 26°♈︎ ✳︎ ♂︎ 26°♊︎ 3:09 PM
☽ → ♋︎ 3:25 PM
☿ 26°♈︎ ▢ ♇ 26°♑︎ 5:49 PM

Sunday 4/18
☉ 29°♈︎ ☌ ☿ 29°♈︎ 9:49 PM