Mars: Understanding the traditional ruler of Aries and Scorpio, the first and eighth house. How can we incorporate the recognized modern ruler of Scorpio, Pluto, and its relationship to the eighth house and its relationship to Mars? Mars came first, but how does Pluto fit in? We’ll explore some interpretations.

Dorothy Oja is a certified astrological professional (ISAR C.A.P.) and career astrologer offering complete astrological consulting through her practice, MINDWORKS. A full-time astrologer since 1981, Dorothy began her astrological studies in 1971 and began teaching in 1976. She has lectured nationally and internationally since 1981. Having served the astrological community two terms as Chair, one as Co-Chair, of AFAN's Legal Information Committee, Dorothy is now an advising member of that committee, dedicated to protecting the constitutional rights of astrologers when faced with anti-astrology ordinances. Currently, Dorothy is an ISAR Board member, and Chair of the ISAR Ethics Committee.