An early morning ride on this sunny, autumn day, in my hometown in regional NSW Australia, reminded me yet again of the richness of connecting with intuition. Around me the birds either sang their greetings or flew into the clearest of skies…blue with hues of soft sunlight only a morning in autumn can deliver.
Many said hello as I passed. The magpie with its warbling song, the crow with its oftentimes eery caw, the cheeky cockatoo wanting to be the loudest…and succeeding. I thought a lot about my father on that ride. A farmer, gifted in stock handling and especially horses, he spent most of his life outdoors amongst nature and with animals. My early life was spent with him and he passed onto me that connection with the land. Once it was a horse I rode, nowadays, I ride my e-bike every day.
As I rode down rural Forbes Street today, I was struck by how in-tune I was with the animals I encountered from the birds to the racehorses…all bringing memories of my childhood and my father’s love of the farm and its animal inhabitants.
I spoke to these animals, bowed and greeted them as I had been taught in my old Shaman classes, and received respectful and special communication back. I always ask the cockatoos to fly close and over my head…they always do as I celebrate their uniqueness. This is the way I roll, deeply connected to the animal world. Aside from my father giving me opportunities to grow up with animals, my Chiron (the wound) is in Pisces (psychic flow, the collective and spirituality). I literally feel healed when I am in nature and I know many of you do too.
The chart in this post is cast today over Washington, though we are very close to a new moon in Pisces no matter where you’re located. On March 10, the moon is new at 20 degrees Pisces at 5:00am ET. New moons are about beginnings. They are a time to set intentions, goals…a time to dust off your dreams and imagine their reality, to take concrete steps toward them if possible. As this new moon is in the psychic sign of Pisces, you have the opportunity to dig deeply into your intuition. What are your deepest hopes and dreams? Are you living in a way that honours them?
Last night we heard the US President Joe Biden deliver one of the best speeches I’ve seen from him (I make this judgement as a former speechwriter for government Ministers). It was a slam dunk, knock out blow to his opponents. The best headline is reoccurring across social media: “Joe smoked ’em all”. And he did. It was a good time astrologically for this speech. Look at the stellium (multiple planets) in Pisces in the Washington chart, in the 10th House (public, government). Everyone in that room, and many watching on their screens, knew he spoke the truth. The MAGA Republicans could not deny his strident points on consensus v hate, freedoms v imposition and loss of rights, real action and results v gaslighting and inaction, political violence v civility…I could go on. I imagined many were squirming in their seats. They looked and felt like losers, and those lost without the brazenness of unchecked power.
No one could argue with Biden last night. They ‘knew’ what he was saying was true. The evidence was there and the intuitive knowing as well. He really did ‘smoke them’.
I am convinced it is a finale that is unfolding now in the US. These turbulent times will be settled and settled well for a foreseeable future at least. Joe Biden, while imperfect as many politicians can be, is a strong and able president for these times and, as I have long seen, he beats his opponent, the criminally indicted ex president trump, hands down. He will well and truly ‘smoke’ him too.
I concur with your talking to and recognising all living creatures MaryAnn. I am so grateful to live in New Zealand and to enjoy its natural beauty. I think we can add ‘Smoking em Joe’ to ‘Dark Brandon’ !
I love your connection to nature. Yes, Joe smoked them, I am so proud of my President today.
Bravo Bravo, what an extraordinary evening for the USA, Joe Biden our allies and the world.!!!!!
Beautiful words, MaryAnn. Our President Biden is no longer sleepy Joe! He truly spoke the truth and I was so happy he let those Justices know that women have had it with their awful rulings!! We will prevail!
Our “Uncle Joey” did not let us down! This was one State of the Union address that was well worth watching. It appears that there is hope on the horizon for saving our democracy!
Thanks, Maryann, for the reassurance about President Biden. I was most interested to see you were a speechwriter for government ministers. You are truly multi talented.
Agree 100%, I was so very proud of President Biden. He spoke the hard truth to the Supreme Court members that were present. He told the GOP, the truth also. In my opion President Biden is the right person to help bring our splintered American people together. To find away to meet on common ground. To show all Americans regardless of race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation we can work together to heal.
Thank you, Maryanne. I too ground and centre my soul by returning to and lingering in nature. These times in America are consistently anxiety producing. President Biden hit a home run last night. I am proud of my President and a proud immigrant to America. I immigrated here 46 years ago to work and achieve my dreams. I have succeeded and now enjoy less work and more time in the natural world. I have lived in countries under dictatorship. Many in America have not had the opportunity to live beyond the safety of America. If they had, a second presidency of the former president would give them pause and perhaps better inform their votes in November. I pray that our President Biden continues to convey his accomplishments and the contrasts between he and his predecessor with strength and fire. Thank you for all you do and for sharing your sojourn into the natural world.
Thank You, Maryann. I live this way, by Intuition and try to Bless.
I was energised and actually cried with the beautiful “normalcy” in President Joe Bidens address. It came from the Heart and pierced to the Heart.
Thank you for giving us this uplifting post. I believe that President Biden has a spiritual link that will allow him to accomplish even more in his next term. You are so kind to give us such a great deal of your time. I love hearing about your connection to the animals.p
Here! Here! Exactly how I felt. Thank you Maryann!! I, too, am a Sagittarius (double actually) and have a planet in Chiron. I had childhood wounds and to help soothe those troubles I completely connected to my animals. Still do. Do you give any classes on how to psychically connect with animals?
Thank you, Mary Ann for your words about our President, Joe Biden and his wonderful State of the Union message. I watched the entire speech and felt so good to hear a man of integrity and strength and love of his country tell the truth nd call out the hateful ones who have caused us all so much anguish. Thank you for telling it like it is all the time.
So true. President Biden smoked ’em all and so do you. Thank you for your wonderful insights.
Your piece is beautifully written. I can picture you clearly in my mind’s eye enjoying the end of the day.
Last evening, President Biden came out swinging. I had been afraid and constricted.But he was everything I prayed he would be and then some. Today the sun came out after weeks of cold, grey drizzle. Everyone is outside gulping down light. Glory Be!.
Thank you Maryann. Look forward to your wise words and insights. Sending you light and love 🌻
Thank you for sharing your thoughts 🙏. You are a gifted writer for sure. God Bless!
Bless you, Maryanne!!!!
As a relatively new Australian…from the USA…I have watched in disbelief at what has happened to my original homeland. I didn’t see Biden’s speech and deeply appreciate you and your post.
Again, blessings to you for sharing your gifts and insights with us!
Oh Maryann, Yes! We share your feelings and reaction to Biden’s thrilling, energetic, truthful and fearless speech, where he looked directly in the eyes of the Supreme Court when addressing Roe vs Wade, and when he asked the Republicans for non-partisan action on the Southern border, which they’ve refused to do , as they heeded Trump ‘s instruction to keep the problem growing, so Biden could not get credited with trying to solve it. And so these grown men and women sat, heads down, infantilized, purposely non-responsive while Biden’s sensational speech galvanized everyone I know and hopefully the 32.2 millions of Americans watching. ‘Twas a glorious turnaround night.
SO beautifully written, MaryAnne. You inspire me to get out there, too.
AND you gave me a huge burst of optimism regarding Joe Biden. I didn’t even watch because I was too afraid of feeling already-defeated, but I’ll watch now. And believe he can and will smoke ‘em — and ‘im!
Maryann
Thanks Maryann, Beautiful imagery of your father,love for nature and free-wheeling on your bicycle…..You are a great light in this world. Thank you in love and light, love from Ireland 🇮🇪
Your ride sounded soo nice. My heart belongs to all animals. You’re soo blessed and you should be. Yes, Biden knocked it out of the park. All truth and delivered as Dark Brandon!
Loved every second. Thank you Maryann for your guidance!
You are wonderful with your words. I am in Sarasota Fl with a very sick horse and I almost put him down Thursday but got talked out it. He has severe breathing problems like COPD but still a fighting spirit. Please send prayers…
Maryann, you’re such a breath of fresh air. I’m feeling that I can even breathe better because of the content and integrity of what you share. Your message is as usual so analytical, profound and filled with hope. And thank you for sharing your growing up days on the farm. One can feel your love of animals and the respect that you have for them. You’ve promoted me to view them in a new way. You’re indeed one of my angels in disguise. Thank you!
Tears flowed as I read this post! I, too, feel a deep connection to nature which has only deepened with age (77!). I feel I must work with animals on the “other side”, and with the craziness in the world today, there are days I long to go Home! Yet, I do want to finish what I came here to do…Yes, our compassionate, experienced President is indeed the soul needed at this time, and I pray daily for him! Thank you for caring for our country as you do, and I feel a connection to our “Aussie” friends as well! Thank you for sharing your gifts, MaryAnn!
President Biden is the only person of leadership in this country who can call other world leaders and be trusted. His integrity and diplomacy are real.
Wonderul to get your optimistic blog on current and future events. Whole-heartedly agree on @Potus speech. I kept wondering if it could get any better and it did. Your connection with nature is lovely, Our spring is just unfolding and blossoms and birds abound. What a blessing the Universe is giving us. Thank you.
It was wonderful to watch President Biden’s State of the Union Speech Maryann. We are watching history in the making between Dems and Republicans. I have hope for our future.
Thank you for such a beautiful post! I’m so happy that you, too, could see and feel the power of President Biden’s passion and commitment to America and the world. He is the best of America, not the darkness represented by those against him and against democracy. Blessings to you and your loved ones as you enjoy nature to its fullest!
Love your appreciation for nature. And I agree with your take on Biden’s STOU, we are blessed. The rebuttal was laughable and almost a gaslighting to American women. This too shall pass.
I love and welcome your perspectives and insights. Thank you for your work because it brings so much peace to my soul specially in these worrisome times we are going through. God bless you and may the spirit world protect you.
Thank you Maryann for sharing your gift of creative writing. I enjoyed and embraced the uplift. much love Sue in Virginia
How I envy you. Autumn is my favorite season along with winter. I’d gladly trade seasons with you.
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Bless you, Mary Ann, I loved receiving your email and thank you for sharing your beautiful surroundings, walks, and home with us. And for your sympathy and interest in our disastrous political situation here in America. I love your YouTube readings and now your emails. Thank you so much!
From your pen to God’s ears.
This reading Mary Anne gave me such a soothing feeling.
Thank you so much.
Look forward to your readings.🦋❤️🩹🌺🦄❤️
Thank you
Great article. State of the Union yep 👍
Joe was kick ass material
Thanks again
Love listening to you
Denise
That was a wonderful post Mary Ann! I spent the day in the garden and I also believe that I could feel a shift…….Biden’s address moved the spiritual vibration up! I can feel more optimism and hope in the air.
Thank you Marianne. This was just what I needed to read this morning. Reminding me why I walk , talk, and wave to the birds, trees, and animals. You provide hope for the future of Washington.
my Dear MaryAnne I just did that ride with you as you described the animals and the details. I have always been more interested in animals than almost anything else (yes a love for the Beatles and my family too!) but you lit me up with this post. Just had to thank you for letting me ride with you among memories of your dad and the beauty of your country USA here and yes we sane citizens LIVE JOE too. The turn out of voters is going to be HUGE! Bless you friend
I am a new listener. so glad I found you!
You give me some much comfort in these
turbulent times. Peace ✌️