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Galactic Lunations: Cancer

Cast for 10:18 PM EDT on Wednesday, 2 July 2008, in Washington DC, the Cancer lunation indicates some rough seas ahead, particularly for communication, relationships, finances and career. At 11 Cancer, the New Moon is tightly squared a success and achievement-oriented Quasar at 10 Aries, so in general, it's a good month to pursue your goals. Networking is favored, as is being acknowledged for your contributions and receiving reward and recognition. You're able to stand out in a crowd now, and others appreciate what you have to offer.

There are, however, some caveats. Mercury at 20 Gemini opposes a Black Hole at 19 Sagittarius, providing its fair share of communication difficulties and logistical problems. Folks are prone to hearing what they want to hear now, and cracking through that predisposition to convey your message can be a herculean task. Miscommunication is rife, and there is a need to be very precise, especially in legal or official matters - dot those i's and cross those t's, and leave nothing to chance or alternate interpretation. Deception is a very real possibility, so remember - if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Cars and transportation issues can prove problematic, absorbing energies and resources better expended elsewhere. Plans should be considered as no more than general outlines of intentions - expect delays, cancellations and changes. Try to go with the flow and not get caught up in agendas or previous commitments, as everything is subject to review and revision at this time. If you're a person who enjoys certitude and keeping a schedule, it may be a very long month.

Venus and Jupiter oppose from 18 Cancer and 18 Capricorn respectively, with Jupiter retrograde and conjoined the Black Hole at 19 Capricorn, which Venus opposes. Beware of excessive spending this month, as this combination can indicate profligate and wasteful use of finances. Jupiter encourages us to bite off more than we can chew, and the Black Hole tied to Venus promotes instability in financial areas; the urge to buy is strong, but we're not too concerned about getting value for money, an engraved invitation to squander resources. Unexpected reversals are likely, although Jupiter on a Black Hole can result in financial windfalls as well. Jupiter also rules speculation, so expect another volatile month in financial markets. Getting a handle on your financial picture is difficult now, but vital.

Venus also governs relationships, and linked to Jupiter, there is an almost overwhelming urge to mix and mingle, casting our nets wide for romance. The Black Hole can play to both ends of the spectrum here, providing exciting new opportunities or slamming doors, evoking a new love or suddenly ending an existing involvement. Romantic relationships can be volatile this month, so expect to be thrown some curves, and don't be surprised if the unexpected happens, for good or ill.

Both Jupiter and Mercury linked to Black Hole energies could indicate that some form of education is required - it may be a full scale return to academia in pursuit of a degree, or a matter of a few classes that augment your employment skills, allowing you to make a positive move. Travel can also be enlightening and transformative, as can interaction with foreign or ethnic persons, academics, students or young people - but all such interactions are also liable to be fraught with frustration and unexpected deviations from the plan.

Saturn at 4 Virgo is exactly squared the Black Hole at 4 Sagittarius, suggesting increased instability in the work place, or in matters of career. Jobs may end suddenly and unexpectedly, but not all such changes are negative - some may lead to a more fulfilling and lucrative opportunity down the road. It's actually a very good month to change employment if that's what's desired - the Black Hole can provide access to alternate realities and open doors previously thought shut tight - but it is a period of extreme uncertainty, and that's always difficult to manage. As the month progresses, Saturn moves on to oppose the Quasar at 6 Pisces, an excellent time to shine and attain career goals. Laying the groundwork for change in the first weeks of the lunation and making your move as the Full Moon approaches on the 18th may be an excellent game plan for those seeking change. Saturn squared a Black Hole can also indicate problems with authority figures, so it's not a good time to bend the rules, much less flout them; a karmic comeuppance is likely for those who challenge established protocols. It is, however, an excellent time to get organized and hone your skills - detail-oriented work is favored now, and a little self discipline yields great rewards, but be careful of becoming hypercritical, or yourself or others. Saturn seeks perfection, but we're still human, after all, so cut yourself and others some slack, and help to focus on where improvements are needed and can be made in a realistic fashion.

Uranus at 22 Pisces is at its retrograde station degree and in exact square to the Pulsar at 22 Gemini. There is a great deal of technical information bombarding the planet at this time, and some genius level insights and inspiration can be gleaned from it. It's a good month to research technological upgrades, as to computers or communication devices such as phones or blackberries, but you may want to hold off on major purchases until after Uranus turns direct again in November, exactly squared the Black Hole at 19 Sagittarius - that will be the time to make important changes in electronics. There is also a heightened sense of altruism and service to others this month - if you have the chance, volunteer for your community.

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