Azra’s Astrology: The Houses

Ok, so on the astrological chart there’s a circle that represents the sky. That circle is then divided into twelve sections that are called houses, similar to how the zodiac signs are arranged in the night sky. There are multiple ways to do this that boil down to dividing it into either time or space. Honestly, as long as they came out with twelve, it doesn’t make the slightest difference. Just make sure to commit to one or the other or your math will be off.

What do these divisions have to do with anything? Well, each of the sections influences certain aspects of life. For example, the sixth house represents health. Depending on which celestial bodies are in that house during an event (like say, a birth), it could mean disastrous health implications or it will signify good health. All of the houses are different and will have very different effects, so it’s important to keep them all straight.

Houses are also subject to modalities and triplicities. Essentially each of the houses can emphasize Angular (initiation or action) which relates to cardinal signs like water, fire, air, etc. Succedent (security or stabilization) relating to fixed or Cadent (change or learning) and related to mutable signs.  When a planet or zodiac sign is in that house, then it adds a layer of one of the modalities. If you can’t tell, NOTHING is as it seems.

Adding another layer of complication, consider the triplicities. This is essentially taking the four classical elements (fire, earth, air, and water) and adding their influences into specific houses. An example of this is how Gemini are flighty because they are an air sign and there’s not much to them.

To link all of this to the zodiac signs and planets, each house is also “ruled” by one of each. Example, the third house is one of sharing and impacts communications. The sign associated with that house is Gemini and the planet associated with Gemini is Mercury. Therefore, the planet associated with the third house is Mercury and where issues in communication will likely arise.

The celestial cross referencing in this science is incredible. =It astounds me how complicated humans make things! Trust me when I say we Grigori only told them: “when that particular star constellation is in the eastern sky, that’s when you should plant your wheat”.

Aquarius

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

You have opinions and you deserve to share them! Don’t forget that your words can change the world.

Leo                        (Jun 23 – Aug 22)

You are disorganized as all get out. If you want to make something of yourself you need a system.

Pisces              (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Old traumas are coming to visit along with Aunt Ethel. You can face them head on or… who are we kidding? You’re going to repress them again.

Virgo                   (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You will discover that you are psychic today. Sure it’s not the best super power, but hey, it’s something! Play with your new powers and the revelations they bring!

Aries                (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You have a good vantage point to sit back and laugh at the day. Take it in and enjoy it while you can.

Libra                     (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Pay attention to your dreams. They are trying to tell you something important. Every symbol matters.

Taurus          (Apr 20 – May 20)

Feeling emotional? That’s okay, stuff it deep down inside and ignore it. That always works.

Scorpio                    (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Listen to your guts. Do you hear them? What are they telling you? Yes. Do that.

Gemini         (May 21 – Jun 20)

Reality is threatening you again. Show it who’s boss.

Sagittarius            (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

It’s a great day to make a speech! Rush to the most crowded spot and start talking. Remember to project.

Cancer          (Jun 21 – Jul 22)

A blast from the past breezes back into your life. He’s become a time traveler.

Capricorn            (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Past mistakes are coming to bite you today. Told you.

* I wish it went without saying that this is a work of fiction. Please do not take it seriously.

Azra’s Astrology: Angles and Astrology

Now, with the main zodiac signs out of the way, we can get into the real fun; actually constructing a horoscope!

When creating a horoscope, it’s crucial to start with the basics of sky representation. Namely, where the earth ends and the sky begins. A smart ass would say the horizon, but that particular smart ass would be wrong. To figure out the boundaries of sky and earth, one must consult with the magic that are the angles, or four cardinal points. Note, this is not the same thing as cardinal directions. This one involves more math and a certain amount of disbelief in time zones.

The Ascendant is arguably the most critical of the cardinal points. It is the representation of where the sun rose over the horizon in the east. Astrologers consider this to be the most influential angle as it represents everything a person is or will grow to be including how the look, what their health is like, how the interact with the world, and how the world will interact with them. I know, it’s a lot to hang on. Especially if that particular morning was hazy.

On the opposite side is the Descendant which is where the sun goes down past the horizon in the west. This angle is rooted in the seventh house which supposedly controls romantic relationships and attraction. It’s no coincidence that most lovers want a walk on the beach holding hands at sunset moment sometime in their relationship. It’s practically hard-wired into the human psyche. More about the houses later.

In between the Ascendant and the Descendant is what’s called the Midheaven – or the point where the sun culminates in the sky. The high-noon, so to speak. This angle typically reflects one of the parental units, if doing a birth chart. The opposite is the Imum Coeli, or where the sun would be at midnight. It is meant to represent the foundations of ourselves and, fun fact, how well you fare in the realm of the dead. What, you just thought astrology applies only to the living?

As you can tell, there’s a fair bit of math involved in the calculations already and these are simply the tracking of the Sun. Oh, but we aren’t done yet! The next part of the chart we need are the houses.

Until next week!

Aquarius

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Someone desperately needs your help. Find them! Find them now before it’s too late!

Leo                        (Jun 23 – Aug 22)

Don’t push yourself today. Take it slow and easy getting into the swing of things or you might throw out your back.

Pisces              (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You don’t fit in and you hate it. Well tough. To be someone you’re not is known as identity theft.

Virgo                   (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Make plans to help distract you from the tedium of your everyday life. It helps to have something to look forward to.

Aries                (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Reach out to someone that’s been on your mind a lot. You will be surprised at the response.

Libra                     (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You’re being stubborn and everyone knows it. Let them try and sway you, but stand firm until you change your own mind.

Taurus          (Apr 20 – May 20)

Mommy issues abound today. Take the time to get to know your adversary. It could be she’s just like you.

Scorpio                    (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

When you don’t feel pretty, it’s important to accept and even embrace your flaws. Don’t try to change them- that’s not the point.

Gemini         (May 21 – Jun 20)

It’s all about self-care today However you achieve it, make it about you.

Sagittarius            (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Chores are never ending. But soon you will have some much-valued free time. It’s important to fill that free time with as much as possible or you will get bored.

Cancer          (Jun 21 – Jul 22)

The truth is a powerful weapon. Be cautious on how you wield it or end up cutting yourself.

Capricorn            (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Brace yourself for rejection. People thought to be friends will become all judgy and drop you like a bad habit.

* I wish it went without saying that Azra is a work of fiction. Please do not take it seriously.

Azra’s Astrology: Pisces the Fish

Humans have had millennia to really think about these signs and the different correlations to them. There’s so much that even the ones I am presenting aren’t even close to everything involved with the sign in question. There’s so much more like what body parts, what tarot card, flowers, crystals, you get the idea. Use this as a jumping off point and do your own research. I am sure there’s a specific pizza associated with each of these signs too. So here we go. The twelfth and final zodiac sign is Pisces.

Fish are important to humans. Always have been. It’s really no surprise that most of their mythic imagery contains fish in one way or another. That’s why the Pisces zodiac is not surprising. They are, simply put, fish.

Not to be confused with the majestic, yet terrifying Goat Fish, Pisces tend to focus on the dreams of their victims. Yes, you read that right; victims. They are masters at hypnosis and will have any poor soul trapped in an illusion faster than they could blink. Once in that illusion, the Pisces can control what happens to the victim in this imaginary world. Why do they do all of this? Simple. It’s secrets they are after. All of your secrets. But why do they want your secrets? I dunno. It’s a mystery. You can bet they’re not up to anything good, though.

Pisces often tend to be entertainers of some kind- musicians, dancers, actors, poets, circus folk, or therapists. Anything that will allow them a chance to suck their audience into the imaginary world they create. It’s all a trap.

Dates

Feb 19- Mar 20

Ruling Planet

Jupiter & Neptune

Symbol

Fish! All of the fish.

Mythic Background

Think of any fish in any mythology or religion ever. Yep. That’s the one.

Modality

Mutable

Recognizable Traits

Intuitive dreamers, caring, sympathetic natures, if not a bit flighty.

Element

Water

Strengths

Compassionate, creative, imaginative, and Idealistic. 

Colors

Purple & White

Weaknesses

Sensitive, unreliable, not rooted in

House

Twelfth

Mantra

I Believe

Aquarius

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

A mysterious disease crops up around noon today. Was it the fish? Or is it stage 12 necrosis? WebMD to the rescue?

Leo                        (Jun 23 – Aug 22)

Today’s a great day to fight someone. Who knows? They might just have it coming.

Pisces              (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Lying is an important part of being an adult. Today, lie your tuckus off. It just may save you from something terrible.

Virgo                   (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

So you want to save the world? That’s nice. Check into the insurance that would require first.

Aries                (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

They’re all going to laugh at you whether you intend them to or not.

Libra                     (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Stop wandering through life or you’ll get lost and miss supper. At least get a GPS.

Taurus          (Apr 20 – May 20)

You can’t help it if people can’t live up to your high standards. That’s their problem, not yours.

Scorpio                    (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Someone needs to talk to you. Be wary because it’s life or death and there’s a 50/50 chance you could die from this interaction.

Gemini         (May 21 – Jun 20)

You’re not safe. Not here, not now. Watch for the daffodils. They know.

Sagittarius            (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You are being deceived by your friend. That glint in their eye? Betrayal.

Cancer          (Jun 21 – Jul 22)

Your friends are starting shit. What are you gonna do about it?

Capricorn            (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

It’s all about traditions! If they can’t respect that, then they are no use to you or your grand schemes.

* I wish it went without saying that this is a work of fiction. Please do not take it seriously.

Azra’s Astrology: Capricorn the Goat Fish?

Humans have had millennia to really think about these signs and the different correlations to them. There’s so much that even the ones I am presenting aren’t even close to everything involved with the sign in question. There’s so much more like what body parts, what tarot card, flowers, crystals, you get the idea. Use this as a jumping off point and do your own research. I am sure there’s a specific pizza associated with each of these signs too. So here we go. The tenth zodiac sign is Capricorn.

Goat-fish or sea-goats are a real thing. Or at least they were. Like the centaurs, these creatures were created in antiquity and then eventually were discovered to be hellish abominations. Unlike the centaurs, the goat-fishes wanted dominion over the land and sea. They attacked many human settlements and fishing ships, waging one of the first inter-species wars. Because of their irascibility, humans learned to kill them on sight or avoid them at all costs. The sea-goats eventually made their way to the wilderness and would only attack if some human came too close to their nest. They say there are few sea-goats left in the world, but the ones who hang on still have a burning desire for world domination.

People born under the sign of Capricorn tend to be stubborn and selfish, like their symbol, the sea-goats. They may or may not be planning to take over the world, so if you meet one, use extreme caution. It’s still uncertain if the Capricorns are affiliated with the actual remaining sea-goats, so be on the look out for strange goat-fish related paraphernalia when you hang out at your Capricorn friends’ house. Report your findings to the FBI or some other government agency. Above all else, don’t let a Capricorn know what you are doing. They will take you out without a second thought.

Dates

Dec 21- Jan 20

Ruling Planet

Saturn

Symbol

Goat-fish/ Sea-goat

Mythic Background

Babylonian God Ea and the goat that nursed baby Zeus, Amalthea

Modality

Cardinal

Recognizable Traits

Disciplined energy, resourceful, consistent, reliable, and take things pretty seriously

Element

Earth

Strengths

Perseverance, longevity, and discernment

Colors

Brown & Khaki

Weaknesses

Stubborn, relentless, and rigid in their beliefs

House

Tenth

Mantra

I Use

Aquarius

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Pick up that Scam Likely call because the universe is trying to get ahold of you. Don’t send the universe to voice mail. It’s rude. 

Leo                        (Jun 23 – Aug 22)

Avoid anything that has to do with money today. Don’t buy anything, don’t pick up pennies, don’t accept money either. It’ll be bad if you do.

Pisces              (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Change is coming. Use the natural energy in your life to catapult yourself straight into it. You’ll only regret it a little bit.

Virgo                   (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

People are complicated and hyper-criticism won’t help matters. Like it or not, you need people to further your nefarious plans.

Aries                (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

New things are tempting you with their shiny-ness. Succumb to the shiny- it could bring much excitement and change.

Libra                     (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Stop everything you are doing! Drop that coffee! Chuck that bagel to the side- the love of your life is coming today!

Taurus          (Apr 20 – May 20)

You can’t do this alone. It’s time to ask for [proverbial] help with burying the body.

Scorpio                    (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

A god is hunting you. Beware of the lightning as it could be your undoing.

Gemini         (May 21 – Jun 20)

It’s time to come clean before you are found out. If you control the narrative, it will make your accusers think twice.

Sagittarius            (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

If you chose the right weapons, you’ll be ready for whatever mortal problem comes your way.

Cancer          (Jun 21 – Jul 22)

You’ve developed X-Ray vision! How will you use this new superpower? Inquiring minds want to know!

Capricorn            (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Wow, you really pulled it off! Good job! You deserve to bask in the accolades. And cake.

* I wish it went without saying that this is a work of fiction. Please do not take it seriously.

Thank you so much for reading Azra’s blog! I wanted to let you know that Five Smiling Fish has a new book coming out! Fable of the Immortals by Megan Vaughn. You can check it out by clicking the button below.

Azra’s Astrology: Sagittarius the Centaur/Archer

Humans have had millennia to really think about these signs and the different correlations to them. There’s so much that even the ones I am presenting aren’t even close to everything involved with the sign in question. There’s so much more like what body parts, what tarot card, flowers, crystals, you get the idea. Use this as a jumping off point and do your own research. I am sure there’s a specific pizza associated with each of these signs too. So here we go. The ninth zodiac sign is Sagittarius.

A long long time ago, in the Greek islands there was a legend about a half man/half horse creature known as a centaur. They were bred specifically for speed racing, but then led an insurrection against their makers to pursue knowledge and medicine. Centaurs became renown for their wisdom instead of their racing stripes. They often took in several orphaned Greek children to raise, often pitying them for their lack of limbs. One of the most famous of which was the warrior Achilles. Achilles’ centaurian mentor was Chiron. This is where we get the sign of Sagittarius, the archer.

Now, you might be thinking “hey. I know plenty of Sagittarius people. None of them are half horse.” Well that is technically true now. However, back then, everyone who was born under this sign was indeed part horse (this was due to their stringent breeding program). Soon, though, the humans began to distrust the centaurs. They knew too much and they were instilling unsavory ideas in the children that they brought up. Thing

s like a sense of justice and equality that would usurp the power of the government at that time. There was a great war and an extermination took place in the ancient world. The details are lost to history, but I assure you, it was incredibly gruesome.

All that are left of the centaurs is this Sagittarius sign, which represents a curious species whose thirst for knowledge and acceptance was ultimately their downfall.

Dates

Nov 22 – Dec 21

Ruling Planet

Jupiter

Symbol

The Centaur/Archer

Mythic Background

Chiron- the centaur in Greek mythology who raised Achilles.

Modality

Mutable

Recognizable Traits

Energetic, quick, seeker of knowledge, uncanny ability to canter and do jumps.

Element

Fire

Strengths

Speed, resilience, curious nature, optimism, thirst for adventure

Colors

Maroon and Navy

Weaknesses

Too many limbs, trusting, passionate about their opinions, and brutal honesty

House

Ninth

Mantra

I See

Aquarius

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Dark family secrets are coming out left and right today. Time for a lot of PR work.

Leo                        (Jun 23 – Aug 22)

It’s time to put yourself out there and meet new people. But don’t give them money. That would be suspicious.

Pisces              (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

No really, you need to get work done today. No more distractions. For real this time.

Virgo                   (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Everything will change today, so you might as well be the instigator. Make new ways of living the norm and embrace the uproar.

Aries                (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Nostalgia is everywhere! Be cautious that it doesn’t pull you backwards.

Libra                     (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Too many obligations block your path to your dream come true scenario. Deal with them harshly.

Taurus          (Apr 20 – May 20)

It’s hard to run with a rock in your shoe. What you do about it will define who you are for the rest of your life. Don’t trust the Gemini.

Scorpio                    (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Expect to lose something precious today. It will only be found when it wants to be.

Gemini         (May 21 – Jun 20)

Remember that fight about Bigfoot you had with that Leo the other week? Time for revenge.

Sagittarius            (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You have to decide your future right now. You cannot hesitate. What you choose now will be set in stone forever. Also you will get roses from a secret admirer.

Cancer          (Jun 21 – Jul 22)

People just don’t get what you’re trying to do. Be patient and breathe and explain it all again slowly and with pictures.

Capricorn            (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

It’s time to get serious about your New Years Resolutions. What were they again? You wrote them down before… but where are they now?

* I wish it went without saying that this is a work of fiction. Please do not take it seriously.

Thank you so much for reading Azra’s blog! I wanted to let you know that Five Smiling Fish has a new book coming out! Fable of the Immortals by Megan Vaughn. You can check it out by clicking the button below.