posted October 08, 2018 05:55 AM            

I've written a piece with an introduction on Venus retrograde, and then a list of how each Venus sign functions, with a particular emphasis on the growth potential during this Venus Retrograde.

https://waxlobster.blogspot.com/

I hope you like it. As all, I'd love your feedback on my take of your Venus sign and whether the retrograde theme rings true at all for you.

♥

posted October 11, 2018 01:03 AM            

So putting my talents "out there" as suggested gives me tremors just thinking about it. Can't even walk on the street in a Superman costume going to a costume party. Would rather change when I am at the party.

I don't know why I am so shy about letting it out. Perhaps because I know how sexuality can be so powerful. So who wants to give power away?

I can wear a shirt that outlines my arms and a casual jean at a swimming party with my shirt buttoned to my neck. No peck cleavage thank you(that's crude). Even jump in the pool with this attire. Its cool.

But don't ask me to wear a speedo or even a bum short. I am no Venus in Aries/Leo or Gemini who doesn't mind teasing or being seen that "fleshy". That would embarrass me.

Under no circumstances can I take your advice. Unless its a quiet Monday morning at the pool side with no spectators. I might peel off my pants to reveal a red bikini style speedo(yes boy!!).

posted October 11, 2018 02:01 PM            

Still there are ways to express yourself that are non-sexual. Obviously that probably comes as a shock to a Venus in Scorpio (hahaha just joking!) but it's a relevant point I think....

Why not stand out for your creativity and keep your armour covering your physical body, just as you wish? You can only give your power away wittingly, it's not something that can be stolen if you've got your shield up....and avoid direct eye contact with dark energy forces...

True beauty is far far deeper than the external image. The eyes really are the windows to the soul, and the hands, the gateway.

Thanks for your feedback, I appreciate it :-)

posted October 11, 2018 07:01 PM            

Venus in Taurus
A lover of the earth, you are grounded, stable and trustworthy in the way you love.
You have an affinity with plants and animals and seek security and comfort as a priority.

Venus in Taurus are often gifted in the kitchen too and with your solid, sensual and supportive nature, you are a joy to be around.

Often the type who can settle into a long-term relationship easily,
your downfall is that you can be indiscriminately loyal and end up being taken for granted and over-looked over time.

Venus retrograde –
with Venus in Scorpio operating as the 7th House
Your lesson is in valuing yourself, as you value nature.
Just as you would protect a slow growing plant, which is being smothered by a much more prolific one, so you have to learn to free the self where circumstances may become stifling or depressing to your spirit.
You may not ask for much, or even wish for anything;
such is your consistency of heart,
but in order for your love to emanate and facilitate growth in others, a little more selfishness is needed on your part.
Learn to understand and represent your needs.
Your feelings are real and should be honoured also.

Venus retrograde –
Venus in Scorpio operating as the 11th House
This Venus retrograde period will have you looking at the great whole, and the bigger picture.
Where can your experiences in life benefit the wider social dynamics?
Sometimes it is important to share your own personal knowledge, as it can inspire others and help them to feel closer and more connected to you and each other.
This is a time to drop some of your barriers and realise that being distrustful doesn't actually protect you from being hurt,
but it may just help another to feel close when they are already hurting.
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That was absolutely Beautiful, WaxyJo!
You described it well.

I've had a terrible time with trust issues.
Saturn-rx Scorp 16+ H11 opp Venus Taurus 12+ H5.
Have made bad choices in partners, and got burned and exceedingly hurt.

I tend to see 'The Best' in people.
I "assume" that people are working on their own self, wanting to grow into a better person-- just like me-- so I tend to overlook things that maybe *should* have been given more weight on that Libran {H10} scale?

I'm very accepting and most-usually tolerant. I guess many people are deserving of it-- but in other regards, I NEED to pay attention to the red-flags I see in other's behaviors?

Not-everyone who looks friendly deserves to be regarded as a safe person, and 'your friend'? I tend to see (and treat) 'The World' at large, AS my friends and my family, that I Serve as equal to self.

I don't know....
Part of my Ideal is that WHEN you give people the allowance to BE a good person, then, mistakes go on a backburner. {Love, covers a multitude of sins, scripture}.

It's giving them the allowance to grow-- as part of the life-process they are doing, just like 'me'. They take responsibility for their own growing? I would want others to give ME the graciousness of that kind of allowance and space for mistakes and misperceptions? *bheart* *heart*

astrology...
tVenus in Scorpio is in my 11th and will be retrograding back to Libra, my 10th House, to turn around again on my {and generational planet} Neptune-rx Libra 25+-- on Thurs, November 18.

On Holiday Christmas eve and day, Dec 24-25 (USA), Venus Scorpio will conjunct natal Saturn Scorpio {opp natal Venus Taurus}!

while,
tJupiter Sagittarius conjuncts my Ascendant 11+.

Will Santa be harsh and cold laying a lump of unprocessed-coal in my stocking??
or a highly-processed-coal {a diamond}??
Noooo-- I'm JUST KIDDING!!!!!
just playing with words and imagery

(music) Santa Baby {with a Venus Taurus approach?? LOL} (Eartha Kitt, perf by Kylie Minogue) [3:23] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDLzKh2-Lt4

Well...….
Looking in the ephemeris.
tSaturn in Capricorn will have reached 10 Capricorn by Christmas--
to conjunct my Part of Marriage 10.23 and
Part of Assurance 10.59! H1sag
This position is trine my Venus Taurus H5!

omg...

The North Node will be around 26+ Cancer on my VX-Uranus and Jupiter Cancer midpoint, H8.

{Humor!!} --
Will be trine tMars 25 Pisces trine my Cancer placements, and conjunct my asteroid 17059 Elvis?!
LOL

(music) If Every day Could Be Like Christmas (Elvis Presley) [3:02] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dATMz3atTMI
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Aries23!!!! **hug**
~Girlfriend… WE need to go skinny-dipping!!!
I've got an older body, so you'd look phenomenal next to mine.
Ever do skinny-dipping?? It's the best feeling-- you slippery-glide soo easily on top of that water. Clothes cause friction and weigh you down like cement. ROFL.
Do it under a full moon!! extra-special.
.. {I stay away from swimming now. But I've got Fantastic memories of skinny-dipping under the moonlight with a female BFF, then being starved, ate lemon yogurt afterwards. Was among one of the most daring things I ever did! Will live long in my memories. You should build yourself those kinds of moments. *Heart* Have some FUN!}

posted October 12, 2018 09:09 AM            

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Originally posted by Aries23Degrees:
^^^^^Yeeeeessss girl!!! Yes!!!!!

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Ha! Ready when you are?!!!

posted October 13, 2018 11:01 AM            

Anyway I'm trying to say that it *is* okay to sing your own praises. I've had to learn to do so a little too, it's the only way to make your mark and as my boss wisely said, "it's the ability to adapt that makes you successful in life." So true.

posted October 13, 2018 11:10 AM            

Thank you so much for reading and appreciating my words. ♥

My Dad was a Venus in Taurus and he was very well loved for his gentle, grounded humility. ♥ I could really see that part of his chart emanating clearly from him. He'd put his hand on someone's shoulder and any anguish or anger would almost visibly leave them....like air from a balloon. I try to emulate with reiki and using my Mars in Taurus.

You do need to look at the red flags, they're your signposts. Your gut feelings are your truth, we have them for a reason. I always say that you recognise a soulmate by how you feel when you're with them and your eyes are shut. What does it feel like to be in their arms? There is your truth and you know when you've found your sanctuary that way - especially with the tactile led Venus in Taurus.

Some people don't make good friends. I say respect and be kind to all but it's good to have boundaries. To learn that if we are drained or uncomfortable around another then our energies are not compatible. My best friends make me feel warm inside, that's why I want to spend time with them so much. ♥

Interesting story there for your Neptune! I have a lot of friends with Neptune there by the way...it's a magnet for my 22 Libra Rising & 27 Libra Uranus. ♥ I once thought, "how come I hang out with so many people who are about 20 years older than me....?" Good old Neptune, it's my favourite planet in synastry ;-)

posted October 13, 2018 11:14 AM            

I'm with you on that, Autumn is a great time for more cuddles, incense and downtime. I'm so lucky to have finally found somebody who I want to be close to all the time. ♥

I hope you have too :-)

posted October 13, 2018 04:59 PM            

You say my Neptune-rx is near your Libran Ascendant? From what you've said, I think your own Neptune must be close to my Sagittarian Ascendant. {am 63yo now}
*Higher-Love Hugs*

posted October 14, 2018 10:09 AM            

Yes, my father was a special man, I am honoured and fortunate to have been raised around such love ♥ (Jupiter in the 4th!!) We were poor in finance but abundant in life's true riches. ♥

I really appreciate your support, sending big reiki hugs to you ♥

posted October 14, 2018 10:40 AM            

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Originally posted by waxlobster:
Yeah Stawr,

I'm with you on that, Autumn is a great time for more cuddles, incense and downtime. I'm so lucky to have finally found somebody who I want to be close to all the time. ♥

I hope you have too :-)

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Cheers! Yes it’s been quite the whirlwind. Going on to my bachelors, switching jobs in the summer, taking a new higher position and taking classes at the same time.
And so many bdays and weddings every weekend for a while.
Just busy, busyBUSY!

Right before Venus went rx I decided I can only commit to one plan per weekend right now.

It’s been nice staying home with him on the weekends it’s has not been like this for quite a while.

We have been lighting candles too.

I read this can also be a get the romance back time. That’s I feel it’s been mostly playing out.

posted October 14, 2018 06:14 PM            

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Originally posted by Stawr:
Cheers! Yes it’s been quite the whirlwind. Going on to my bachelors, switching jobs in the summer, taking a new higher position and taking classes at the same time.
And so many bdays and weddings every weekend for a while.
Just busy, busyBUSY!

Right before Venus went rx I decided I can only commit to one plan per weekend right now.

It’s been nice staying home with him on the weekends it’s has not been like this for quite a while.

We have been lighting candles too.

I read this can also be a get the romance back time. That’s I feel it’s been mostly playing out.

I’ve been thinking about planning a date-cation for us too. At a bed and breakfast place. Sounds like it can be favorable during this time. Paying and booking now though I have to be careful.
I do owe my mom some money for college. Since I was too busy switching jobs to apply for pell grants immediately. Better take care of that first.

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Stawr, I was gonna reply to you on one post, way back when I asked you about your new workplace etc.. It just slipped away, its frustrating Lindaland does not have notifications! This site is too old school

I forgot what thread it was, but I almost never forget whom I was gonna reply to haha,

I hope your new workplace and collegues are treating you well! <3

Yes a Bed n breakfast getaway should be perfect when venus is rx!

posted October 19, 2018 08:16 AM            

Yes, sound advice for us all I feel! It must be odd to have Venus in the 12th House. Do you feel a little disconnected from it?

I've learned that the 12th is our projection house, so whatever resides there is very visible to other, but not to ourselves. People will perceive you as very artistic, aesthetic, warm and loving in this respect but you won't necessarily recognise these qualities so easily in yourself?

Stawr, I hope things are going well and that you're getting a little down time to rest and relax! I feel October is super busy now that Mars is going full speed ahead. There's a not of catching up to do hey! I hope you do get chance for a little spa away trip though, there's nothing better than water, steam & jacuzzi for relaxing.... In fact I'm just off for a swim, a steam and jacuzzi myself. Am desperate! The gym spa has been out of action for 2 weeks and swimming is what keeps me sane(ish)!! ;-)

posted October 19, 2018 11:56 AM            

The only thing that stood out to me was seeing how people come across vs how they actually are, which is something I have been very acutely aware of. Though this is something that I have picked up on my entire life; right now is a phase where I am seeing it more noticeably especially concerning how sincere people are. I see so many fake people out in the world and it's so obvious to me.