This Made Me Think of You
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November at Aries Moon Shoppe
The deepest level of friendship these days might be sending each other memes. Years of shared history, affection, and emotional understanding, expressed through a raccoon
holding a wineglass. You see it, know exactly who needs it, and hit send. Modern correspondence is a beautiful thing.
Sending something ridiculous is its own way of saying, I know what makes you laugh, and I love that about you. You were part of my day even if I didn't get to see you.
November's astrology is talking about this connection. Venus and Mercury both turn direct on November 13, bringing the planets of affection and communication to a turning point together. After their backward travels, I think of a message finding its way to someone: "I miss you." "Remember this?" "You are the only person who will appreciate how funny this is."
Venus's recent meeting with the Sun in Scorpio brought depth to the story. There's something intimate about being known well enough that you can skip the explanation. Your friend already knows the family history. Your partner recognizes the look on your face. Someone hears your "I'm fine" and quietly puts the kettle on. You can just "be" for a few minutes. They've seen you eat shredded cheese straight from the bag. The relationship survived.
As the Sun leaves Scorpio for Sagittarius later in November, that closeness gets a little fresh air. Sagittarius brings the big laugh, the conversations that go everywhere, and the story gets better each time someone tells it. The people around the table know the story; they are waiting for their favorite part.
With holiday gatherings approaching, there's plenty of attention on how things will look. Meanwhile, affection is busy doing the smaller things. Saving someone the corner brownie. Pulling up an extra chair. Sending a picture across the room because company has arrived and you are still talking.
"This made me think of you" is a small sentence full of heart. For a moment, someone was going about their day and there you were - with a brownie, hot kettle or a hysterical meme.
How lovely to be thought of. What an honor to receive a raccoon holding a wineglass.
New Moon in Scorpio Ritual: For All of You
Scorpio New Moon - November 9
The Scorpio New Moon may have us feeling a little touchy. Rather than pushing this down and ignoring it, lean into it. Scorpio understands we have a shadow side. And for this New Moon, we're bringing the sweet and sour together. We can't have one without the other.
What you'll need:
One black ribbon and one white ribbon, roughly the same length. (The black represents your shadow and the white your light.)
The Ritual:
Hold the black ribbon and think of a feeling you usually hide or judge yourself for.
Hold the white ribbon and think of a quality you easily love about yourself.
Tie the ribbons together at one end.
Slowly twist them around each other, letting both colors show. As you work, say:
Light and shadow, both are mine.
Thread by thread, I intertwine.
All of me, I welcome home.
Every part of me, my own.
Tie the other end to hold them together. With that knot, set your New Moon intention.
Keep the woven ribbons were you can see them during this moon cycle, a small reminder that you can be honest about what you feel and kind in what you do.
Card of the Month: Ten of Cups
Mars in Pisces
Each month before I write these letters, I pull one tarot card to hold the feeling of this cycle as a companion for the weeks ahead.This month, the Ten of Cups appeared.
There's a moment at a good gathering when you look around and realize everyone is doing just fine. The kids are laughing. Someone went back for seconds. The person you worried wouldn't come is telling a story in the kitchen. Then a favorite song comes on, and someone starts dancing.
That's the Ten of Cups. For this moment, the people you love are here, and you get to enjoy them. There have been arguments, disappointments, and a few storms no one wanted. Yet here you are, laughing with your mouth full. The rainbow gets your attention because you remembered the rain.
Mars in Pisces give this happiness some movement. Pisces feels everything; Mars wants to do something with it. Affection becomes a hug. A favorite song gets you out of your chair. You're right in the middle of a moment.
Happily-ever-after still has dishes in the sink and somebody is asking where the extra toilet paper is. It also has this: the kids are alright, the music is good, and for once, you've forgot to worry about what comes next.
Pisces feels the music; Mars gets up and dances
The Sky This Cycle
November 4 - Venus sextile Jupiter: Good company counts as a plan.
November 4 - Sun conjunct Mercury - (Cazimi) Oh. So that's what I've been trying to say.
November 9 - New Moon in Scorpio: Even your shadow gets a seat at the table.
November 9 - Venus sextile Mars: A little flirting never hurts the conversation.
November 13 - Venus and Mercury go direct: I've been meaning to tell you...
November 15 - Mars conjunct Jupiter: Enthusiasm has arrived. It brought a microphone.
November 18 - Sun square Jupiter: Perhaps we don't need to invite absolutely everyone.
November 19 - Mars trine Chiron: A little courage looks good on you.
November 22 - Sun enters Sagittarius: Tell the story. Do the voices.
November 23 - Sun trine Neptune: Some songs know exactly where to find you.
November 24 - Full Moon in Gemini: There are two sides to every story. Possibly seventeen.
November 25 - Sun sextile Pluto: Quiet confidence still gets the point across.
November 25 - Sun opposite Uranus: Well, that wasn't on the menu.
November 25 - Mars enters Virgo: Love you. Fixed that thing you mentioned.
November 28 - Venus sextile Jupiter: Stay for another cup. The dishes can wait.
November 29 - Uranus trine Pluto: Apparently, we can do things differently around here.
November 29 - Sun trine Saturn: There's something lovely about people who show up.
Full Moon Ritual: Your Inner Maverick
Gemini Full Moon - November 24
The Moon meets Uranus while Uranus is nudging closer to Pluto. This full moon has a rebellious streak - and a few questions about who made up these rules!
What you'll need:
Grab a piece of string, scissors and a song with attitude.
The Ritual:
Tie a knot for one rule you're finished obeying - like always being agreeable or never looking silly.
Say:
This knot has held me long enough.
I've had my fill of "should and "must"
With this cut, I claim my say.
A little wild can lead the way.
Cut beside the knot.
Toss the knotted piece and keep the free length and name what you're welcoming.
Put on your song and dance. You're inner maverick gets this one.
Ten of Cups Tarot Spread - The Good Stuff
Select Three cards and lay them in a line - build your joy story.
Card 1: What is bringing me happiness that I can fully enjoy?
Card 2: How can I bring more affection and fun into my relationships?
Card 3: Where is my inner maverick ready to come out and play?
A Couple of Questions for Your Journal
When did you last laugh so hard you could barely finish the story? Who were you with?
What does your version of happily-ever-after look like on an ordinary day?
Before You Go
I hope November brings you good company, something that makes you laugh out loud, and a moment when you look around and think, "this is pretty good."
Thank you for spending a little of your month here. I'm glad you are part of mine.
From me to you,
Patty
If you are wondering how this story unfolds in your birth chart or through the tarot cards, let's sit down and explore this together.
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