Lunar Eclipse Cancer December 31, 2009- New Year's Eve!! :-)
December 31, 2009 - 10ºCancer 15’ at 2:13pm
Every month the Moon travels in her orbit completely around the Earth. Every month we have a ‘Full Moon’, when the Moon opposes the Sun. Approximately every six months we have a Lunar Eclipse. A Lunar Eclipse is when the shadow of the Moon is on the Earth. It occurs only when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are aligned with the Earth in the middle, when the Moon is on the far side of the Earth from the Sun: when there is a Full Moon. Unlike a Solar Eclipse, a Lunar Eclipse can be observed from nearly an entire hemisphere and is completely safe to watch with the naked eye. Protective filters are not necessary and neither is a telescope. A pair of binoculars will magnify the view making the red coloration brighter and easier to see. The moon looks red because while the Moon remains completely within Earth's unbral shwdow, indirect sunlight still manages to reach and illuminate it.
However, this sunlight must first pass deep through the Earth's atmosphere which filters out most of the blue colored light. The remaining light is a deep red or orange in color and is much dimmer than pure white sunlight.
ALL Eclipses are 'course correctors' and are meant to change the course of your life!! So, look for major changes to come your way!
This month’s Full Moon is a partial lunar eclipse that will take place on December 31. This Full Moon Lunar Eclipse occurs as the Moon passes through the constellation of Cancer at 10º15’. At exactly 2:13am the Sun will be moving opposite the Moon through the constellation of Capricorn at 10º15’. The Earth will be moving through Capricorn blocking the light of the Sun to the Moon as it falls in direct alignment at 10º15’ with the Sun and Moon. This Eclipse in the Moon’s own sign of Cancer can stir deep waters within families and close friendships. As you know, we tend to be more emotionally expressive during a Full Moon. This emotional and sometimes unstable environment occurs because there is change in the electromagnetic energy that affects us mentally and neurologically. There will be some stress as blockages will begin to crumble and then there will be a feeling of freedom. The good news is that creative and artistic qualities will be discovered as you let go of beliefs that don’t correspond with your current reality!! :-)
All Lunar Eclipses emphasize emotional reaction!! During this Eclipse, powerful Pluto opposes the Moon and stern Saturn squares it, creating tightness and pressure that can be frightening. It may be tempting to duck confrontation or avoid any serious change, yet refusing to act only reduces your power. You may have hard choices to make on the cusp of the New Year, yet they demand focus and attention. Be bold and face your outer reality. You will experience the prizes of fulfillment as you reshape relationships and find ways to fulfill your creative potential. Psychic sensitivity, spiritual instincts and emotional connectedness are aroused by this Lunar Eclipse as the environment becomes a little unstable. Outdated ideals or dreams may need to be discarded, which can be painful but necessary. You experience an awakening (emotional and spiritual) to today’s truths as the clutter is cleared away and the present is seen in a new light. Over the next six months you will redefine your personality and your image!! A new hairdo AND wardrobe may result!!
Read on to see what part of your life will experience the eclipse energy the most . . .
Aries:
Staying in sync with its emotional flavor, this Eclipse provokes mixed feelings as you balance your need for security with your ambitious plans for the year ahead. You are urged to express what you might normally keep to yourself as you are pushed to the edge.
Taurus:
You end the year on a somber note as you reevaluate your beliefs and reconsider educational or travel plans. Emotionally intense conversations can feel threatening, but facing the truth is hard work that rewards you with greater trust and respect. Stay cool!
Gemini:
A year of extremes comes to a head by revealing the truths about certain people involved in your life. Fears about changing dynamics are exposed and you let go of irrational insecurities. This helps solidify what is truly yours. Reevaluate what you really want.
Cancer:
This Eclipse Is Very Powerful On You challenging you to reshape your relationships! Serious conversations about unresolved issues can help untangle knots of misunderstanding if you temper your feelings with logic. Remember your limits.
Leo:
Your desire to retreat instead of going to a party is your natural reaction as you get more contemplative in the final days of the year. You may be busier than you wish and are challenged to find calm amid all the noisy distractions. Meditation is a good release.
Virgo:
This moody Lunar Eclipse could lead to a parting of the ways with a colleague or friend. Turning anger into a creative plan is imperative if you hope to avoid resentment that could simmer dangerously for weeks. The year ends on an instrospective note for you.
Libra:
You may feel weary or defeated as you ride an emotional roller-coaster. But, don’t give up; you just need some time to relax. Your ambition will get a second wind after this Eclipse clears the air as the year ahead proves to be anything but boring. Look ahead!
Scorpio:
Expect a readjustment of long-range plans as you are presented with an opportunity to actualize your dreams. Along the way take care of business and have fun. The lid is blown off secrets and your maturity will mix with kindness to address difficult issues.
Sagittarius:
.This eclipse slows you down warning that safety and kindness are more important than speed now. You are urged to set aside sentiment if you want to make your relationships more meaningful. Don’t sweat the ‘small stuff’ and all around you will be happy
Capricorn:
Buried emotional issues are dragged out into the open just in time for the New Year. Once you know what doesn’t work you’ll be better able to create a new plan and try again when the time is right. Caution is the word when expressing your needs.
Aquarius:
You are beginning to think about whether your needs are being met in your daily professional and personal life. A decision to reapply yourself to your current position or look elsewhere for greener professional pastures is the first step towards success.
Enjoy!
Pisces:
Careless social behavior can prove costly. A hard decision about romance or a creative project lies ahead; taking charge of a situation is better than trying to duck it. Your obligations to others can weigh heavily so lighten the load by turning work into play. :-)