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By Frank Fratoe Searchers Searchers

Pine-hills cover the coast where a path weaves inland sheltered against the wind which has spurred breakers to dash cliffs of limestone left here from another age.

And we can follow the trail under an overhang of vines continuing our walk onward and not stop until we reach someplace to share together moving forward hand-in-hand.

A beacon runs over the edge toward forest imbuing dark while shoreline glows again and we discover our passage to advance us through time within the realm of beauty.

Frank Fratoe lives & writes in the city.he loves. I think every kid who has been a backseat passenger on a long road trip has asked that question. I know I did, and I also recall the voices of my own restless children from the backseat of our minivan. The answer is: We have a way to go yet. Be patient and keep your seatbelts on.

For 2021 an important part of the astrological landscape has been the Square between Uranus and Saturn. The first exact square was in February, the second exact was last month, and the third will be coming up in December. It is the old clashing with the new, it is the winds of c h a n g e sweeping the attic free of ancient dust. For some of us it is the feeling that our lives are being upended, jarred, or forcing us to change in some major ways.

To get an idea of how this aspect may have a personal impact for you, look at your natal chart. You will tend to feel this more if: --Capricorn or Aquarius are on the

Ascendant in your birth chart --Personal planets (Sun, Moon, Venus,

Mercury, or Mars) are between 6 and 14 degrees of Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, or

Aquarius)

You can also look back to 1999/2000 and again in 2008 to 2010, where Saturn and Uranus were in the first square, then in opposition, respectively. The energies of these two planets can create a bit of a clash. The old ways can become like a comfortable old pair of shoes. When we try on something newer, we can feel the pinch. Uranus says, "Step back, I'm coming through", and Saturn says, "But we've always done it this way and just so you know, I've constructed this nice brick wall to keep it all together." Bottom line: something must give!

You may want to take some time to consider where you feel stuck. What would it mean to embrace the new? Do I honor my 'aha' moments or relegate them to the 'that would be nice' pile of missed opportunities?

So, we are not there yet. Stay strong and forge on! Here are some of the other astrological trends for July 2021.

In the beginning of the month Mars and Venus are together in the sign of Leo and they oppose Saturn in Aquarius. Stand your ground but be practical in your approach to money and relationships. Be sure to reflect on where you need to take personal responsibility. each other around the 5th of the month, making it a good time to take a vacation, relax, let nature nurture, and inspire you. On the 7th, Mercury forms a Quincunx with Pluto, which could stir up some fears or worries. This will pass rather quickly, so try this: Ask yourself: Is there anything I can do about this (worry) now? If the answer is 'no', then make a plan or at least write it down. If the answer is 'yes', then attend to the matters at hand. This is an excellent time to recite the Serenity Prayer!

July 9 brings a New Moon in Cancer. Try focusing on home, family, and your own self-c care regimen. If you don't have a self-care routine, you may benefit from developing a list of things that nourish your spirit.

July 11 Mercury enters watery Cancer, and we can take a deeper dive into communication beyond words. Intuition may run high for some.

On the 15th, Mercury trines Jupiter which brings excellent conditions for learning new things.

July 16 to the 23rd Neptune trines the Sun (and the Sun enters Leo on the 22nd-bringing fun, playfulness, and passion to the mix). Try this: Create a dream board using photographs, collage, mixed media. Be playful with it and let your imagination go with brainstorming for the future.

July 23 Full Moon in Aquarius. Let your freak flag fly! Follow your instincts and dare to be different and maybe even a bit rebellious. This moon fuels our individuality and our desire to be loved unconditionally, just as we are.

July 27 Mercury enters Leo. A fun time to be entertained and to entertain, to get playful.

July 28 Jupiter stations retrograde back into Aquarius, bringing the spotlight onto the collective, social causes and independent thinking.

July 29 Mars enters Virgo. Try not to get bogged down in perfectionism or self-criticism. This can be an excellent time to focus on efficiency, realizing goals and helping each other.

By Dianne Bachman

Diane Bachman is a psychotherapist & astroger practicing in FXBG. She can be reached at dbachmanlcsw@gmail ..com