The Delicate Venus

Variation has been part of life from the very beginning. The earliest cells naturally produced variations as they replicated. Human reproduction still builds variation into the process today. During meiosis, when eggs and sperm form, genes are mixed into new combinations in every generation.

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🌸🫧Cancer Venus🫧🌸

“𝘈 𝘣𝘰𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘥-𝘶𝘱 𝘥𝘰𝘰𝘳𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘮.” // Chandra Symbol

As Venus nears the end of her time in beloved Cancer, I felt inspired to make this offering to her and the beauty of Cancer Venus🌊🌸

Is there a special Cancer Venus in your life? I was raised by the warmth of this energy as it sits at 14° in the middle of my mother’s stellium.

Venus and Jupiter met at that same 14° last week, a rendezvous of beauty and abundance later heightened by Luna’s presence.

Which treasures wait behind the boards you’ve built? And what would it take to finally step through to them?

After patiently waiting for an affordable copy of this extremely rare deck, it feels surreal to finally be holding it in my hands 🥲💐 It arrived still sealed in its original 1997 packaging. The staples in the guidebook are even rusted with time.

The first time I heard about The Flower Speaks deck, I felt an immediate knowing that it would one day find its way to me and share its floral wisdom. I’m so excited to slowly unravel its messages and share its beauty with you all 🌺🌷🌻

Feel free to message me for a card pull, I couldn’t keep such a sacred offering to myself 🥹✨

🌹❦ 𝓣𝓪𝓾𝓻𝓾𝓼 𝓝𝓮𝔀 𝓜𝓸𝓸𝓷 ❦🌹

“𝘈 𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵.” // Omega Symbol

Beloved Luna opens a new lunar cycle, meeting her New Moon peak at 7° Taurus, deep within the fertile embrace of Venus’ bound. This degree lies in the Mercury-ruled first decan of Taurus ~The Plow~ where the wild fields of creation are broken open and made ready for devotion, labor, and the quiet magic of growth. At her peak, Luna sat between Isis at 5° Taurus and Aphrodite at 16° Taurus, weaving ancient threads of beauty and remembrance into the dark soil. Venus, exalted in Pisces, offered her blessing through mutual reception with Luna, while Hathor and Jupiter, joined at 20° Gemini, cast a sextile of joyful abundance toward the Moon’s tender beginnings. As the land rests and breathes, the first roots find their place in the quiet dark, gathering the strength needed for the seasons to come.

The first time I saw Naomi Scott, I was completely taken by her beauty, and I’ve been waiting for the right excuse to include her in my art. With her Taurus Sun estimated around 15° (birth time unknown), this New Moon felt like the perfect moment. As an actress and singer, Naomi reflects the graceful magnetism, natural beauty, and quiet strength so often celebrated in Taurus figures, something clearly felt in the quiet power of her performances.

Floral Spirit: The lily (Lilium), native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, has long been a symbol of beauty, devotion, and renewal. In Greek myth, it is said to have sprung from the milk of Hera, while Roman stories tell of Venus herself growing envious of its perfect bloom. In true Taurus fashion, the lily holds both tenderness and strength, rooted in the earth yet reaching toward the light, embodying a beauty that endures and nourishes.

🌸 ❦ 𝓛𝓲𝓫𝓻𝓪 𝓕𝓾𝓵𝓵 𝓜𝓸𝓸𝓷 ❦ 🌸

“𝘎𝘦𝘮𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘣𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘖𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘯.” // Omega Symbol

Luna soon makes her way to the peak of this Full Moon at 23° Libra, which falls within Venus’ bound and is the first of two Venus ruled lunations, along with the Taurus New Moon later this month, offering us comfort after Venus’ journey to the underworld of Aries. She returns not softened, but sharpened, with a deeper claim to beauty, sovereignty, and self-trust. This moon also unfolds in the Jupiter ruled third decan of Libra ~A Gyroscope~, where balance is found not in stillness but in motion, through spirals, slips, and the subtle art of return.

April’s Pink Moon, named by the Algonquin peoples after the blooming of spring flowers like pink moss phlox, signaled the beginning of planting season and the return of life to the land. This was a time to prepare the earth through clearing and burning, gathering early medicines, and realigning with the natural cycles through ritual. As we reach the harvest phase of the lunar cycle, this Full Moon invites us to reflect on what has grown, what is ready to be gathered, and how we will carry that forward. To connect with the roots of this moon, we might practice offerings of gratitude, share what has come to fruition, and prepare our inner and outer landscapes for the next cycle.

It’s no secret Monica Bellucci is my favorite muse, so it felt right to honor her and her 7° Libra Sun in this post, which also marks my return to this creative ritual I’ve missed dearly. She is often celebrated for her arresting beauty and iconic portrayals of sensual, self-possessed women unafraid to explore emotion in its rawest form. But what I admire most about her is the way she embodies the type of Venusian grace I hope to weave into my heart.

Floral Spirit: Phlox subulata, or moss phlox, is native to eastern North America and signals the return of warmth and early abundance. In Japan, where it is known as shibazakura, it is celebrated for its soft, ornamental bloom. In true Libran fashion, phlox expresses beauty through balance, grounded yet expansive, delicate yet enduring, quietly shaping the spaces it inhabits.

꧁ 𝓐𝓺𝓾𝓪𝓻𝓲𝓾𝓼 𝓝𝓮𝔀 𝓜𝓸𝓸𝓷 ꧂

Beloved Luna meets her luminary counterpart at 9° Aquarius, ruled by ✨ ♀️✨Venus in both decan and bound. With Venus adding a touch of beauty and harmony, this New Moon invites us to set grounded intentions for growth and success, while also embracing the courage to move into the unknown. This first face of Aquarius, symbolized by The Mark of Exile, speaks to those who choose exile for freedom, daring to break away from the familiar to seek truth despite the struggles it brings.

The Omega symbol for this degree, “A mechanical man is smiling and nodding ‘yes,’” urges us to use the transformative energy of the New Moon to move toward true awakening through conscious choice and embrace change, rather than living life on autopilot.

I was excited for this opportunity to highlight the cerebral ✨Solange Knowles✨ for this lunation. With her Moon lying somewhere in the early degrees of Aquarius (time publicly unknown), it channels the same progressive and boundary-pushing energy that defines this lunation. Known for her innovative music and visually striking style, these expressions of her inner nature showcase her ability to bring a unique perspective to the forefront, challenging norms and sparking meaningful self-reflection. Her career stands distinctly on its own, despite having a sister whose success would overshadow most, a testament to Aquarius’s drive for individuality. This same instinct is reflected in her willingness to explore deep, personal themes with an artistic independence that makes her such a magnetic figure.

The Bird of Paradise (𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘻𝘪𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘦), with its striking bird-like bloom mirrors the radiant nature of this New Moon 🌑 Native to South Africa, it carries meanings of joy, renewal, and resilience, much like the Aquarian instinct to break barriers and push forward. Its shape has made it a lasting symbol of freedom and transformation, a reminder that movement is necessary, and change is something to step into, not resist. This beloved bloom, symbolizing faithfulness in Victorian floriography, reflects Aquarius’ steadfast commitment to individuality and authenticity.

꧁🫧 𝕮𝖆𝖓𝖈𝖊𝖗 𝕱𝖚𝖑𝖑 𝕸𝖔𝖔𝖓 🫧꧂

With my lunar return illuminating the sky, this Full Moon in Cancer feels especially sentimental. At the 23rd degree, Luna speaks through the Omega symbol imagery of ‘A man building a structure meant to look like the ruins of a temple,’ an invitation to breathe life into what once was, to honor the past while forging something new. This degree also sits in the third decan of Cancer, ruled by Luna ✨☾✨, and symbolized by ~ The Overflowing Cup ~, bringing with it a natural desire to nurture, protect, and share the abundance we’ve been given.

This is the Wolf Moon, a time rooted in instinct and wildness, calling us to honor our deepest desires with reverence. Like the harvest cycle, this stage of the lunar cycle is about gathering and releasing, finding what nourishes us and shedding what no longer serves. It’s a sacred time of completion and renewal, where we can manifest from a place of devotion and deep understanding of our own growth.

I’m grateful for this lunation because it has connected me with one of 𝘵𝘩𝘦 most beautiful women I’ve ever seen. ✨Chitrangada Singh✨ known for her striking beauty and graceful presence in Bollywood, reflects the influence of her Moon and Jupiter at 28° Cancer, which sits closely to this Full Moon. This combination is evident in her natural elegance and ability to bring emotional depth to her roles, embodying Cancer’s warmth and Jupiter’s quiet radiance. Her artistry and presence serve as a testament to the nurturing, magnetic qualities of this celestial pairing.

This lunation draws on the symbolic power of 𝘏𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘶𝘴 𝘯𝘪𝘨𝘦𝘳, or the Christmas rose, a flower that grows in shaded areas, often thriving in difficult, cold environments. If you know me, you know this is one of my favorite flowers 💐 Historically, hellebores were associated with purification rituals, especially in ancient Greece, where they were used in cleansing ceremonies to drive away evil spirits and negativity. These rituals were often linked to the goddess Hekate, known for guiding people through times of change, protecting them during transitions, and helping them navigate the unknown. The third decan of Cancer has also been associated with Hekate, giving this floral connection even more prevalence. This full moon invites us to embrace the wisdom of this Goddess, shedding old emotional baggage and stepping into new cycles of emotional renewal.

As Venus makes her ingress into the sacred waters of Pisces, my heart is missing this angel 🕊️ My favorite Charmed sister, Shannen Doherty has her natal Venus at 17° Pisces where the beloved planet is exalted. I hope she is resting well in paradise.

In a few hours we’ll also see Luna meet Venus at 0° Pisces whose Omega symbol is ✨At sunset, a petrified forest glows with iridescence.✨ What a blessing to have on a Venus day!

🌿✨𝕮𝖆𝖕𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖔𝖗𝖓 𝕹𝖊𝖜 𝕸𝖔𝖔𝖓✨🌿

Luna makes her way toward the Sun at the fortuitous 9° of Capricorn, ruled by ✨♃ ✨Jupiter in both decan and bound. Infused with Jupiter’s luck and expansive energy, this New Moon invites us to set grounded intentions for growth and success. Symbolized by A Headless Body, the first decan of Capricorn urges us to root deeply into the material world, turning our dreams into action. As the year closes, harness this powerful energy to build the foundation for the future you envision.

The Chandra symbol for this degree is “A man astride a horse is drinking in its energy and power,” symbolizing the sacred exchange between ourselves and the world, where we humbly receive what nourishes our journey and allow the rest to flow freely.

This New Moon in Capricorn shares a spot in the cosmos with the natal moons of musical pioneers Billie Holiday✨22°22’✨, Nina Simone✨23°✨, and Sarah Vaughan✨10°✨, all of whom embody the essence of this lunar placement. Billie poured her personal pain into raw, powerful performances, while Nina’s artistry became a fearless force for social change. Sarah’s vocal mastery and emotional range allowed her to navigate complex jazz with incredible depth. Together, they reshaped the music world, leaving a legacy that transcends generations, offering a blueprint for resistance, self-empowerment, and artistic expression.

The flower I felt most drawn to for this final lunation of the year is the snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis), native to Europe and parts of Asia. In Victorian flower symbolism, snowdrops represent hope, purity, and new beginnings, resonating deeply with Capricorn’s focus on renewal and steadfast growth. They also carry a mythological connection to Persephone’s return from the underworld, symbolizing rebirth and transformation.

꧁🦋𝓖𝓮𝓶𝓲𝓷𝓲 𝓕𝓾𝓵𝓵 𝓜𝓸𝓸𝓷🦋꧂

This final Full Moon of 2024 sits at 23° Gemini, in the sign’s third decan, governed by the Sun ✨☉✨ (Chaldean) and Mars’ bound. This decan is represented by The Executioner’s Sword, signaling a moment for sharp decisions and the cutting away of outdated dualities.

The Omega symbol for this degree is “A man who heals water, be it in lakes, rivers, the ocean, or a glass.” This lunation can be used as an opportunity to clear emotional blockages, allowing healing to restore clarity and balance to your inner world. Take this moment to release what no longer serves you and make space for the new, letting your emotional waters flow freely once more.

With her Moon and Saturn both at 20° Gemini, ✨Dita Von Teese✨ embodies the balance between emotional complexity and intellectual discipline. This convergence manifests in her burlesque performances, where she fuses creative expression with an elegant display of focused precision. The duality of Gemini’s intellect and Saturn’s structure is clear in her work, which requires both spontaneous flair and meticulous attention to detail.

Butterfly weed (milkweed) holds spiritual significance in Native American cultures, particularly among the Lakota and Navajo, where the butterfly represents transformation and the unity of life. This symbolism resonates with Gemini’s themes of change and growth, inviting us to embrace evolution and renewal.

This lunation, Luna finds herself deeply guided by the celestial forces of love and connection. In close conjunction with asteroids Amor, Cupido, and Eunomia, and trining Isis, she is bathed in the energies of deep affection, desire, and harmony. She also sits in opposition to Eros and Hebe, and forms a square with Hathor. It is a time to release outdated emotional patterns and create space for new growth. These aspects call for emotional clarity, inviting healing and deeper connection to love’s transformative energies.

🪷⚜️🖤⚜️🪷

🌑✨𝕾𝖆𝖌𝖎𝖙𝖙𝖆𝖗𝖎𝖚𝖘 𝕹𝖊𝖜 𝕸𝖔𝖔𝖓✨🌑

Luna now makes her way past the New Moon peak of 9° Sagittarius toward the Moon of renowned writer Amy Tan at 14°. A Bay Area native, like myself, Amy has captivated readers with her rich exploration of culture, identity, and family. Through works like The Joy Luck Club and The Moon Lady, she delves into the complexities of heritage, reflecting Sagittarius’ deep connection to the journey of self-discovery and the importance of cultural understanding. Amy’s writing mirrors the expansive curiosity and quest for truth inherent in Sagittarius, inviting us to embrace both our roots and the adventure of who we are becoming.

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Just like last New Moon, this lunation finds herself at 9° which graces the first decan of Sagittarius. This decan is ruled by Mercury ✨ ☿ ✨ (chaldean) ~ The Poisoned Arrow ~ and is also in Jupiter’s bound ⚡️ This decan centers on clarity and focus, where purposeful action leads to growth and lack of direction leads to confusion.

This New Moon connects with its degree’s Chandra symbol, ‘A star turning many different colors,’ suggesting that even the ordinary holds hidden power and depth. As you set your intentions for this cycle, let them evolve like that shifting star and allow your desires to unfold naturally, revealing themselves over time as you move through this lunar phase.

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💐🫀 𝒱𝑒𝓃𝓊𝓈 𝒾𝓃 𝒞𝒶𝓅𝓇𝒾𝒸𝑜𝓇𝓃 🫀💐

Enjoy this homage to the beauty of Capricorn Venus in honor of her ingress into the sign of poise and timeless elegance last week.

This Venus placement graces the natal charts of some of the most revered models in the industry, women celebrated for their refined and commanding beauty.

What do you notice about the women who carry this energy? Do you have a special Capricorn Venus in your life?