#schoolcraft

22322 Schoolcraft Ave  - Detroit, MI

Grand Elk, Part Two

Today I followed a local southbound job out of Kalamazoo. I first was able to catch up to it at Schoolcraft where the line (Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway) crosses the CN (Grand Trunk). The train then stopped at this business two miles south to pick up some covered Hoppers.

The power today is GMTX 2204 and WAMX 4009. The former unit is an EMD GP38-2 built for the Penn Central while the latter is a GP40-2LW built for the Canadian National.

Cancer Risings, besides Virgo’s, are the most common ascending signs that I see the most of. Because Cradle of Filth and solo artist Lindsay Schoolcraft are releasing new albums soon I thought I’d write up a horoscope for Schoolcraft. Cancer Risings look like they could heal the world, they’re the type that when you look at them they seem like they’re you closest friend. Celebrities like Lindsay and Alissa are open about their veganism; like with Cristina Scabbia she’s vocal about animal cruelty as well. All this caring and vocal tendency can be very common among Cancer Ascendants. And when looking at this kind of native’s chart you have to look at their moon sign since Moon rules Cancer.

I see Libra moons almost constantly. People with this sign crave balance and beauty in their emotional lives. They want everyone’s feelings to be acknowledged making sure that things are fair between both parties. Moon in the IC (fourth house) desires this in their homes, both their ancestral homes and the ones they create as adults. They might have paintings or something aesthetically pleasing in their houses. Now what does all this mean with all of Schoolcraft’s Pisces influence?

Pisces sun, mercury, and Jupiter are very creative, very poetic. When I think of Mercury in Pisces the figure I think of is Aphrodite from Xena the Warrior Princess -- and Cinderella as well. Little known fact Pisces whatever the placement are to understand; they’re right up there with Scorpio. Not surprising since Pisces is the chameleon and wolf of the zodiac (look up native american astrology, so much better than the fish). If Scorpios are monochrome duality; Pisces are the rainbow colour gradient since you never know which face you’ll see.

Pisces Mercury’s love art, music, all things beautiful and creative -- they are similar to Taurus and Libra in this way -- however vocal words may be difficult for them. If you’ve read my blog you’ve discovered that I use music, art, and our pop culture media to explain astrology concepts. I have to use metaphors to get my message across. Pisces Mercury is fallen here; Mercury is very critical and exacting and Pisces (ruled by the twelfth house) is too drowning for them. This mercury therefore uses more abstract means so others will understand them more. They’re very good, very prone to writing about love and ANY kind of relationships. Here’s the song “You Forever” to explain this:

“It’s hard not to fall To the dark when you’re cold Your heart warms my soul Beyond all I know”

As for Sagittarius placements, check out my graphic I did here. The 1980s saw a lot of Sagittarius dominants. Now what does it mean that Schoolcraft’s totem is the wolf with the snow moon? 

THE WOLF

“Birth totem wolf individuals arrive on this plane of existence to learn the gift of the seer. As such, these souls are highly intuitive, with an ability to attain great spiritual heights as they seek union with the ancestors that walk the Blue Road of Spirit. Consequently, there is a part of the birth wolf soul that will seem to be somewhere far away, existing in another state of consciousness and not completely in touch with their physical surroundings or reality (as most would perceive reality to be). This is because some aspect of birth totem wolf is operating at a slightly different wavelength, with one ear tuned and listening for the voice of the great mystery. Herein lies both the greatest blessing and the greatest challenge of this particular birth totem. While taking up the robe of physical life, it is necessary to be in the physical world, to face in truth those things which may be uncomfortable, painful or "ugly" as it is a part of the educational process of the soul that walks in flesh. This is where the challenge comes for the birth totem wolf individual, as these are sensitive, compassionate and tender beings that abhor the thought of others existing in pain or suffering.” (Source)

So basically their musical note is F Sharp, and the wolf’s life-path is LOVE (I realize the last one is a little cheesy.) They get along better with the Snake (Scorpios) and the wolf’s duality is constantly shifting between solitude and companionship.

“The sun did shine on solstice day Pierced through the pines under where I lay In stillness wide I heard the wolves I could not hide as twilight took hold The quiet moon and astral noise Sent from afar a celestial voice Be not afraid and never fear You’re not alone, you never were“

And If that’s still confusing listen to “Wolf and Dog” by ReVamp.

THE SNOW MOON

The full moon of February. At this time the northeastern regions can give up their most heaviest of snow falls. This full moon is also called the hunger or hungry moon because the grips of winter can make it another lean month for the belly of both man and beast. 

February meaning might best be kicked off with a quick look at the etymology of the month's moniker. The word February is born from the Latin word Februarius, from Latin februare meaning to "purify" or "expiate."

In ancient Rome, Februarius was the "Month of Purification" and great festivities were held to reestablish the empire's focus on righteous living.  February is a transitional month, and so February meaning and symbolism will have a transitional feel too. (Source)

“ I, I cleansed their souls Consume the evil as a whole But one too much to control We are here now Ease your thoughts... Transcend the karma left behind Enchantment from our song Help you rid what burdens your mind “ (Karmaflow with Mark Jansen)