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Raggedy Ann's picture

Age of Aquarius

The Age of Aquarius, or simply the Aquarian Age, is an astrological time period that the Earth is currently moving into. Astrologers tell us that each astrological time period lasts an average of 2,150 years. Astrologers determine this time period by taking the 26,000 years of Earth’s precessional rotation (the shift in the orientation of the Earth’s axis rotation) and dividing it by 12, which is the number of zodiac signs.

But these astrological ages don’t proceed in the same order of the zodiac signs we’re used to from our understanding of astrology, where Aquarius precedes Pisces. In determining the sequence of astrological ages the order is reversed (or retrograde). Following this understanding, our planet is leaving behind the Age of Pisces and entering the Age of Aquarius.

In astrological meaning, the age of Pisces (the world we’re leaving behind) represents power, money and control. Astrologically, the Age of Aquarius represents cooperation, humanitarianism and peace.

What Does the Age of Aquarius Mean for Humanity?

Essentially, the commencement of the Age of Aquarius makes room for a fundamental shift in the consciousness of humankind. Spiritually, this means a shift away from duality and self-centered thinking towards a more humanitarian perspective that considers the oneness of all beings.

Many ancient cultures ingrained this belief into the very fabric of their civilizations. These included cultures that evolved in opposite corners of the Earth such as the Egyptians and the Mayans. These individualized civilizations all predicted this shift in consciousness and that it would occur during an era of inter-connectivity. In India specifically, ancient Hindu belief has maintained that with this dawning of a new age of awareness, the Kundalini energy that dwells dormant within all living beings will awaken as an inevitable response to this expanded consciousness.

Coincidentally, or not, Aquarius also represents in astrological terms: major technological advancements such as electricity, computers, flight and general freedom associated with invention. Many believe that technology, the internet and various resources that we have available to us today comply with a plan laid out by the Universe. This plan, they believe, has been necessary to allow for more people to increase their awareness about the possibilities of the Age of Aquarius and all it represents spiritually, thereby leading eventually to critical mass and worldwide adoption.

Live in the present, live in love and peace.

Happy solstice! Pleasantry

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"The “jumpers” reminded us that one day we will all face only one choice and that is how we will die, not how we will live." Chris Hedges on 9/11

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@Raggedy Ann

thanks for bringing good news.

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lotlizard's picture

@Raggedy Ann  
Keep streaming those heroic themes from the Cosmic Soundtrack of Good into our spiritual and mental ether!

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enhydra lutris's picture

We're off to farmers' market today, and then the grocery store for a few items that we are perilously low on. After unloading and sanitizing we're going to head out t the coast for a little picnic; fresh baked baguette, brie, fresh fruit and a bottle of grenache to wash it down with, so I won't be around for most of the day.

Happy solstice.

be well and have a good one.

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That, in its essence, is fascism--ownership of government by an individual, by a group, or by any other controlling private power. -- Franklin D. Roosevelt --

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@enhydra lutris @enhydra lutris

enjoy the coast and outing, yummy picnic, oh for a taste of freshly baked baguette.

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Lookout's picture

Dkmich posted a link a few years ago that informed me about the JFK assassination.
[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqxq03izxrQ]
It 2 hours.

For a shorter piece 4.5 min on JFK and the CIA
[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxnpujfanUM]

Here's another video of Murder most foul with lyrics for those who like to read along.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rkr6TVnGtAM

Thanks for the OT smiley. Hope you're having a beautiful day like we are!

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“Until justice rolls down like water and righteousness like a mighty stream.”

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@Lookout

a phenomal memory coming full circle, maybe. New fly-fishing boots so this old man doesn't slip need lots of breaking in ...:) besides, what elese is there to do? Provided the hip cooperates and doesn't lock up, i need to be out and moving.

Happy solstice.

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hope you are doing well.

I just saw this;

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@randtntx

thanks for bringing this smile and wonderful music. Cool.

Happy solstice.

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smiley7's picture

Been fishing for love; thanks for stopping in and hope you've time to enjoy Dylan's new poetry, released yesterday. Smile

A couple of interviews with Bob:
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2020/jun/13/bob-dylan-rough-and-rowdy-...

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/12/arts/music/bob-dylan-rough-and-rowdy-...

Tuning in and out of PT's circus in Tulsa, "what a strange place," rednecks in masks drinking the 'kool-aid' and bleach, no doubt, makes one whiter inside.

Do spin the turntable when you've the time.

Have a great one.

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The Poor Peoples Campaign's virtual march on Washington is on C-Span. Not sure how much longer it will last, but I am fully on board with Reverend Barber and colleagues.

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@Roy Blakeley https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/

I am hoping there will be a replay.

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smiley7's picture

@Roy Blakeley

for sharing the news. March on ...

Happy solstice to you.

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@smiley7 eom

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magiamma's picture

Solstice happiness to you, good sir. Thanks for the new Dylan.

May you be at peace. Take good care and have a good one.

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Stop Climate Change Silence - Start the Conversation

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@magiamma

Listening to Bob's piece is reliving one's life, been a long road. So thankful to have so many good people guiding the way.

Happy solstice, dear friend.

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@smiley7

funny; as the end of the race draws near, we pick up the pace of peace. Love.

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Bob Dylan is always welcome. Thanks for the music this morning. Was only a wee bitty baby when JFK was assassinated but I do remember how upset my a Mother was when Jackie married Onassis. Didn’t understand it at the time, but now as I wonder how much Jackie knew about who killed her husband, it doesn’t seem like protecting your children with a substantial amount of money is as repulsive an idea as my Mother seemed to think so at the time. I mean, I’m sure there were aspects of the marriage that might’ve been less than appealing but that’s what expensive champagne is for.

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There is always Music amongst the trees in the Garden, but our hearts must be very quiet to hear it. ~ Minnie Aumonier

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@Anja Geitz

yes, when Jackie married Onassis, it caused quite a stir; we couldn't understand. All this moves me, this renewal, and i do hope it sticks this time, cause, simply, mankind must join hands and mend as much as possible.

Good news, a new family member, Gilbert, a grand-baby golden; darn it, can't upload a photo, but looks like a little lion possessing the most alert eyes and a beautiful grin, Gilbert,
love his name Smile

Happy solstice dear friend.

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@smiley7

Love your description of him. And yes, Gilbert is a great name Smile

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There is always Music amongst the trees in the Garden, but our hearts must be very quiet to hear it. ~ Minnie Aumonier

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@Anja Geitz

a bundle of joy, so thrilled for my son and for Gilbert; hope it's not a long time before i see Gilbert in person, they live near the Shenandoah, quite a ways from here.

Puppy love, the greatest.

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@smiley7

I just now realized you were talking about a puppy!

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There is always Music amongst the trees in the Garden, but our hearts must be very quiet to hear it. ~ Minnie Aumonier

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where people are starting to realize that we cannot keep looking away from these things. We cannot keep sweeping these things under the carpet, these injustices.

“People are starting to find their voice, to sort of understand that they can actually have an impact.” Greta Thunberg.

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@smiley7
Was George Floyd and we all have united for justice. It’s been a long time coming.

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@magiamma

Beatniks from your neck of the woods for sowing wonderful seeds.

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Six Trump campaign staffers working on Tulsa rally test positive for coronavirus

Sat June 20, 2020

Just hours before the President is expected to arrive in the state, Trump campaign communications director Tim Murtaugh said in a statement that "per safety protocols, campaign staff are tested for COVID-19 before events. Six members of the advance team tested positive out of hundreds of tests performed, and quarantine procedures were immediately implemented."
"No COVID-positive staffers or anyone in immediate contact will be at today's rally or near attendees and elected officials,"he said.

The Trump campaign has dismissed concerns about the ongoing pandemic, moving forward with the scheduled rally despite a rising infection rate in Oklahoma. As of Saturday afternoon, Tulsa County reported the most cases -- 2,206 total -- of any county in the state, according to the Oklahoma State Department of Health. The state recently reported its largest single day increase in coronavirus cases since the start of the pandemic.]]The Trump campaign has dismissed concerns about the ongoing pandemic, moving forward with the scheduled rally despite a rising infection rate in Oklahoma. As of Saturday afternoon, Tulsa County reported the most cases -- 2,206 total -- of any county in the state, according to the Oklahoma State Department of Health. The state recently reported its largest single day increase in coronavirus cases since the start of the pandemic.

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Dylan’s latest is naturally fresh, and expectedly powerful. It is so faithful to his lifelong work, which has been unwavering in its devotion and ardour of honour and justice.

My unprofessional recommendation for fighting the virus would include an hour a day listening to Bob Dylan ; ).

You guys probably don't have the same sequence of Dylan songs on your tube that followed 'Murder Most Foul’ on mine, but each song that followed only reinforced the essence of Dylan's contribution to art and humanity.

Thank you

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smiley7's picture

@janis b

Perhaps, we can learn, it's best to stop fighting ...

Thank you for being here, my friend.

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