“Duty calls. Your first responsibility, here on earth, is to yourself. Care, well, for yourself so as to deliver all you have come to share. The world is depending on you!” –Ivo/Lisa Dorr

        The Sun slips into emotional Cancer on June 21st sparking summer in the northern hemisphere and winter in the Southern. All seasonal changes are an opportunity to cleanse ourselves of toxins and the “stuff” we know is not good for us. Cancer is watery and will pull you into your feelings, moods, and needs. What do you require? What strengthens your body, mind, heart and soul?

        When you practice “healthy selfishness” i.e., when you do what is right for you it is right for everyone else. You are in the flow of your Higher Self, Creator and thus you show up authentically. When we honor our needs, wishes and desires, we are living life from the inside out as was intended by Creator. The universe is within. Through empowering the inner Self, we need less from the externals, (relationships, materialism, consumption, etc.) Above all else, when we choose to be of assistance to others it is from our True Self and not from a place of codependence or hidden agendas as we see in the world today. "A world of abundance surrounds you, if only you will step up and claim it. Make life happen through you rather than letting it happen to you. It will make all the difference in the world." -- Ralph Marston

       Cancer rules nourishment and emotions, what feeds you? What makes you feel safe, secure, centered, strong, and calm? Where do you feel supported? The more we are in alignment with what is good for us the better we feel. The whole reason we are here is to feel good! When we feel good we give others permission to feel good. We broadcast positive energy and this is attractive to people. When you feel good, you are coming from a place of authentic power and this will create choices made from the Higher Self-to-soul connection rather than the ego (fear, lack, and neediness). "Source never wields vengeance or offers punishment, for Source understands you are valuable; you are worthy; you are blessed. Source understands that you never get it done and you cannot get it wrong, and that even when you stand in a place that currently feels wrong, that, ultimately, you will return to what feels right. You can return now to what feels right with an adjustment of your thought process and an adjustment of your vibration and a changing of your point of attraction and a finally letting in of the Well-Being that is flowing to you always."--Expressed by Abraham-Hicks

Mercury Retrograde!
         Plan ahead for July, as Mr. Mercury will be retrograde July 4-July 28, perhaps it is time to think different, think “outside the box”? Your dreams will be very potent now and they offer insight and guidance into your life straight from your Higher Self. If you have to make a major purchase in July please read the fine print and keep your sales receipt. If you have to have surgery, perhaps you could postpone it until August? “A benefit of Mercury retrograde is a capacity to review and re-evaluate recent experiences based on internal criteria rather than external expectations.” –Jeff Jawer

What a difference a day makes!
           Timing is everything! Astrology is very helpful for the timing of events. This is called Horary (hourly astrology) and Electional astrology. A chart is created at the moment of the question. Will I marry her/him? Is this the property for me? When should I start my business? Will my new product or service be successful? When will my finances improve? When will I be in a relationship? Will I relocate? When will I change jobs? When should I have surgery? Astrology can answer these and many other important questions! Why not let the universe provide you and your life with informed decision-making? For instance, the most influential founders of the United States of America were the Free Masons, who understood the basics of astrology. Because the Masons were successful business men they wanted America's Electional birth chart July 4, 1776 to have the Sun, Jupiter, and Venus in the second house of wealth. This was a striking serendipitous placement of the money planets, in the money house (the second) promising great prosperity for our nation. As a result, the USA has been the world's wealthiest people.
              
     "Have in your mind that which would constitute a miracle for you.  Get the vision. Suspend disbelief and skepticism. Allow yourself to take the journey toward real magic."-- Wayne Dyer  During the Sun’s cycle through Cancer listen to the needs of your inner child (your soul). If you need to rest please make the time.  Recreation is the re-creation of You! Indulge in recreation-restorative pursuits that will rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul. Remember that, your First mission on Earth is to care for and nurture Self, you are important, and the world is waiting for you! Live in the magic!

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“Personality Tree
What tree did YOU fall from? Find your birthday and then find your tree... This is really cool and somewhat accurate, also in line with Celtic astrology.
> > > Dec 23 to Dec 31 - Apple Tree > > > Jun 25 to Jul 04 - Apple Tree
> > > Jan 01 to Jan 11 - Fir Tree > > > Jul 05 to Jul 14 - Fir Tree
> > > Jan 12 to Jan 24 - Elm Tree > > > Jul 15 to Jul 25 - Elm Tree
> > > Jan 25 to Feb 03 - Cypress Tree > > > Jul 26 to Aug 04 - Cypress Tree
> > > Feb 04 to Feb 08 - Poplar Tree > > > Aug 05 to Aug 13 - Poplar Tree
> > > Feb 09 to Feb 18 - Cedar Tree > > > Aug 14 to Aug 23 - Cedar Tree
> > > Feb 19 to Feb 28 - Pine Tree > > > Aug 24 to Sep 02 - Pine Tree
> > > Mar 01 to Mar 10 - Weeping Willow Tree > > > Sep 03 to Sep 12 - Weeping Willow Tree
> > > Mar 11 to Mar 20 - Lime Tree > > > Sep 13 to Sep 22 - Lime Tree
> > > Mar 21 - Oak Tree > > > Sep 23 - Olive Tree
> > > Mar 22 to Mar 31 - Hazelnut Tree > > > Sep 24 to Oct 03 - Hazelnut Tree
> > > Apr 01 to Apr 10 - Rowan Tree > > > Oct 04 to Oct 13 - Rowan Tree
> > > Apr 11 to Apr 20 - Maple Tree > > > Oct 14 to Oct 23 - Maple Tree
> > > Apr 21 to Apr 30 - Walnut Tree > > > Oct 24 to Nov 11 - Walnut Tree
> > > May 01 to May 14 - Poplar Tree > > > Nov 12 to Nov 21 - Chestnut Tree
> > > May 15 to May 24 - Chestnut Tree > > > Nov 22 to Dec 01 - Ash Tree
> > > May 25 to Jun 03 - Ash Tree > > > Dec 02 to Dec 11 - Hornbeam Tree
> > > Jun 04 to Jun 13 - Hornbeam Tree > > > Dec 12 to Dec 21 - Fig Tree
> > > Jun 14 to Jun 23 - Fig Tree > > > Dec 22 - Beech Tree
> > > Jun 24 - Birch Tree
APPLE TREE (the Love) - of slight build, lots of charm, appeal, and attraction, pleasant aura, flirtatious, adventurous, sensitive, always in love, wants to love and beloved, faithful and tender partner, very generous, scientific talents, lives for today, a carefree philosopher with imagination.

ASH TREE (the Ambition) - uncommonly attractive, vivacious, impulsive, demanding, does not care for criticism, ambitious, intelligent, talented, likes to play with fate, can be egotistic, very reliable and trustworthy, faithful and prudent lover, sometimes brains rule over the heart, but takes partnership very seriously.

BEECH TREE (the Creative) - has good taste, concerned about its looks, materialistic, good organization of life and career, economical, good leader, takes no unnecessary risks, reasonable, splendid lifetime companion, keen on keeping fit (diets, sports, etc.)

BIRCH TREE (the inspiration) - vivacious, attractive, elegant, friendly, unpretentious, modest, does not like anything in excess, abhors the vulgar, loves life in nature and in calm, not very passionate, full of imagination, little ambition, creates a calm and content atmosphere.

CEDAR TREE (the Confidence) - of rare beauty, knows how to adapt, Likes luxury, of good health, not in the least shy, tends to look down on others, self-confident, determined, impatient, likes to impress others, many talents, industrious, healthy optimism, waiting for the one true love, able to make quick decisions.

CHESTNUT TREE (the Honesty) - of unusual beauty, does not want to impress, well-developed sense of justice, vivacious, interested, a born diplomat, but irritates easily and sensitive in company, often due to a lack of self-confidence, acts sometimes superior, feels not understood, loves only once, has difficulties in finding a partner.

CYPRESS TREE (the Faithfulness) - strong, muscular, adaptable, takes what life has to give, content, optimistic, craves money and acknowledgment, hates loneliness, passionate lover which cannot be satisfied, faithful, quick-tempered, unruly, pedantic, and careless.

ELM TREE (the Noble-mindedness) - pleasant shape, tasteful clothes, Modest demands, tends not to forgive mistakes, cheerful, likes to lead but not to obey, honest and faithful partner, likes making decisions for others, noble minded, generous, good sense of humor, practical.

FIG TREE (the Sensibility) - very strong, a bit self-willed, independent, does not allow contradiction or arguments, loves life, its Family, children and animals, a bit of a social butterfly, good sense of humor, likes idleness and laziness, of practical talent and intelligence.

FIR TREE (the Mysterious) - extraordinary taste, dignity, sophisticated, loves anything beautiful, moody, stubborn, tends to egoism but cares for those close to them, rather modest, very ambitious, talented, industrious, uncontented lover, many friends, many foes, very reliable

HAZELNUT TREE (the Extraordinary) - charming, undemanding, very understanding, knows how to make an impression, active fighter for social cause, popular, moody, and capricious lover, honest, and tolerant partner, precise sense of judgment.

HORNBEAM TREE (the Good Taste) - of cool beauty, cares for its looks and condition, good taste, is not egoistic, makes life as comfortable as possible, leads a reasonable and disciplined life, looks for kindness and acknowledgement in an emotional partner, dreams of unusual lovers, is seldom happy with its feelings, mistrusts most people, is never sure of its decisions, very conscientious.

LIME TREE (the Doubt) - accepts what life did way, hates fighting, stress, and labor, dislikes laziness and idleness, soft and relenting, makes sacrifices for friends, many talents but not tenacious enough to make them blossom, often wailing and complaining, very jealous but loyal.

MAPLE TREE (Independence of Mind) - no ordinary person, full of imagination and originality, shy and reserved, ambitious, proud, self-confident, hungers for new experiences, sometimes nervous, has many complexities, good memory, learns easily, complicated love life, wants to impress.

OAK TREE (the Brave) - robust nature, courageous, strong, unrelenting, independent, sensible, does not like change, keeps its feet on the ground, person of action.

OLIVE TREE (the Wisdom) - loves sun, warmth and kind feelings, reasonable, balanced, avoids aggression and violence, tolerant, cheerful, calm, well-developed sense of justice, sensitive, empathetic, free of jealousy, loves to read and the company of sophisticated people.

PINE TREE (the Particular) - loves agreeable company, very robust, knows how to make life comfortable, very active, natural, good companion, but seldom friendly, falls easily in love but its passion burns out quickly, gives up easily, everything disappointments until it finds its ideal, trustworthy, practical.

POPLAR TREE (the Uncertainty) - looks very decorative, not very self-confident, only courageous if necessary, needs goodwill and pleasant surroundings, very choosy, often lonely, great animosity, artistic nature, good organizer, tends to lean toward philosophy, reliable in any situation, takes partnership seriously.

ROWAN TREE (the Sensitivity) - full of charm, cheerful, gifted without egoism, likes to draw attention, loves life, motion, unrest, and even complications, is both dependent and independent, good taste, artistic, passionate, emotional, good company, does not forgive.

WALNUT TREE (the Passion) - unrelenting, strange and full of contrasts, often egotistic, aggressive, noble, broad horizon, unexpected reactions, spontaneous, unlimited ambition, no flexibility, difficult and uncommon partner, not always liked but often admired, ingenious strategist, very jealous and passionate, no compromise.

WEEPING WILLOW (the Melancholy) - beautiful but full of melancholy, attractive, very empathetic, loves anything beautiful and tasteful, loves to travel, dreamer, restless, capricious, honest, can be influenced but is not easy to live with, demanding, good intuition, suffers in love but finds sometimes an anchoring partner.”-- www.coachu.com & Thomas Leonard | 500+ forms and checklists for life and business
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