Summer Solstice is here again and as the Sun reaches its pinnacle, we can see through our emotional eyes. CANCER being the first water sign, makes us a bit restless due to the cardinal nature of this sign. The Cancerian has a highly developed sensitive and intuitive side to them that they use all the time. They are easily hurt as they feel so much around them and need to develop strong boundaries.

This solstice is offering us an opportunity to enact some changes in our world. It becomes a feminine time as it is expressed through the sign of Cancer. The nights begin their dance with longevity as they start to get longer and finish up at the Winter Solstice.

The Moon rules this loving nurturing sign, and as such, they respond more powerfully to the cycles of the Moon. They are our protectors and they can be devouring if we let them. Very caring individuals .... they can never seem to get enough of whatever they want at the time. They are quite moody and can really get under your skin if you let them. If you’re in a bit of a heart ache, they can be tremendously reassuring and comforting. They seem to run the gamut of emotion. Cancer operates out of the mother child syndrome at all times, unless they learn not to get caught up in their own emotions. In other words … get out of your own way. Cancers are the Great Mother and are responsible (in their own way) for setting up the home so all can go home and get nourished. They are fiercely protective and are creatively responsive when needed.

Very practical, the Cancer wants to make real what the Gemini thinks about. Cancer rules our past and our heritage. It is the womb we all crave to nurture us as we dance through life. They love rituals as they weave the past and future together. Cancers never forget anything done to them that could harm their feelings or the feelings of those that they love.

They rule all growing life and natural cycles … the tides and our stomachs and breasts. Brooding is a classic trademark of these often moon-faced individuals. They love small containers and spaces, like the crab, with it’s hard shiny surface on top and their tender underbelly. Unless they feel safe, they will be brittle and hard and judgmental. They don’t want to let go of the past so often their homes look like a garage sale. They can find the cheapest place to get your car fixed, find just the book you need at the right moment, etc. And they do want to have you reply in kind or you will feel their pincers. I had a Cancer roommate that would literally pinch me when she didn’t approve of my current action.

Some famous people born in Cancer are:

Vincent D’Onofrio, Lindsey Wagner, Dan Akroyd, Edie Falco, Marianne Williamson, George Michael, Princess Diana, Cheryl Ladd, Sylvester Stallone, Arlo Guthrie, Patrick Stewart, Pamela Anderson, Huey Lewis, Daili Lami, Tom Hanks, Sela Ward, Noah Wylie, Johnny Depp, Elizabeth Hurley, Gene Wilder, Courtney Cox, Kurt Browning, George W. Bush, Jessica Hahn, Donald Rumsfield, and our own Analise, Barbara, Lisa and Charlotte.

Some famous places ruled by Cancer are:

U.S.A., Algeria, Africa, Amsterdam Holland, Bern Switzerland, Genoa Italy, Holland, Istanbul, Turkey, Milan Italy, New Zealand, New York New York, Paraguay, Scotland, Stockholm, Sweden, Tunis Tunisia, Venice Italy, York England.

What the Planets are Doing...

The Sun entering Cancer with the strength of the solstice energy can offer us all an opportunity for allowing our family life to come to the forefront. The beginning of summer is a time for vacation from our work responsibilities.

The New Moon on the 25th will open the flood gates of deep feelings. Family concerns will be in the moment. Don’t forget to write your goals. Putting thought into form creates magic.

Venus leaves Taurus and blows into Gemini on June 23rd. The flirting game begins. In Gemini, play is the norm for Venus.

Mercury enters Leo on June 28th. Let us all take a deep breath as we escape from our deep thoughts and begin to fly with the energy of Leo. Thoughts will turn inward to enhance our own needs rather than the dynamics of family.

The Full Moon is on July 9th. Do a ceremony to release any left over frustrations and get rid of unnecessary baggage. Take some time for yourself and be still.

Mercury begins its retrograde cycle on July 4th and will end on August 12th. This is a time for reflection and cleaning out closets, cabinets, finishing up correspondence … getting organized. Thoughts will be renewed. An important fact is not to purchase any electronic equipment or sign any contracts during this time.

There will be a Mars/Uranus opposition on July 13th. Be careful as the energy will be raw and we will think we can do anything. Accident time.

Venus speeding along enters Cancer on July 18th. More interest in romance and nurturing our partners will come into play.

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