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Full Moon in Ambitious, Serious Capricorn

On Wednesday in the West and then in the early morning of Thursday in the East, the Lunar orb is lit up and “Full” in Capricorn. (The Sun is in the opposite sign of Cancer.) The Zodiac sign that houses a Full Moon will have its traits and characteristics heightened for a few days.

The practical, earthy, Saturn ruled, 10th sign of the Zodiac is about ambition, authority, duty. Capricorn leans towards long term goals, managing a career, creating success (whatever that means to you) and reaching for the top. Are your personal actions and business strategies producing results?

Take the time to figure out a path to handle what is necessary. We can use Capricorn’s Full Moon energy to detail and finalize projects. Work to complete plans that move you closer to what you want.

*Capricorn Full Moon:  6/27. 9:53 PM (PDT) & 6/28. 12:53AM (EDT)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Summertime * Sun Into Cancer 6/21/18

Yes, the “livin’ is easy” as we greet the Summer Solstice, on Thursday June 21, 2018 with a frozen delicious treat sitting under a large Sun umbrella.

Besides being the longest day of the year, in the Northern Hemisphere, it also means the Sun has moved into the sign of Cancer, the Moon ruled 4th sign of the Zodiac. This Water sign is emotional, moody, nurturing and concerned with home and family. (I think Cancers make good actors – all those deep, vibrating feelings can be released by playing out their secret selves on stage.) We will all be under this sign’s sensitive and caring influences.

Communication planet Mercury transits Cancer from 6/13 until 6/29/18 – people can be testy and super sensitive, so be careful with what you write or speak. Seemingly innocent interactions can start out great and then escalate into a hot mess – everyone winds up feeling “wounded”.

Let Cancer’s protective, sympathetic and kind “homey” energy take center stage. Use it well and enjoy the love along with the ice cream. Have a super Summer!

*Sun in 1st degree of Cancer = Summer Solstice:

June 21, 2018 – 6:07 AM PDT / 3:07 AM EDT

*Gemstone – Emerald * Power colors- silver, pale gray (Moon colors) *Body Part – Breasts

 

 

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It’s All About Drama – Lively Leo Moon This Weekend!

Early Saturday morning, June 16, 2018, the Moon parades into Leo and stays for the whole weekend. Cool!

This Sun ruled Fire sign, the 5th sign of the Zodiac, wants us to be kind and generous in spirit while indulging in its natural inclination to show up and show off.

Put solar driven joy and confidence all over people, give a performance, have fun with any melodrama that might ensue. (Drama doesn’t always have to be a hissy fit.)

Leo’s love of attention may not always be “fun”, (there may be some pushing and shoving as too many folks try to sparkle at the same time) but it won’t be boring.

Make it a weekend to remember!

 

 

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Flighty, Flirty, Flexible, Gemini Sun May 20

On Sunday May 20, 2018, the Sun enters the 3rd sign of the Zodiac – Gemini. Ruled by the communications planet Mercury, this Air sign has a reputation for cleverness, flexibility, adaptability and love of change.  Light hearted, “younger than springtime”, a Gemini will not look/act their age for most of their lives. (Not childish, but youthfully engaging.)

BTW * I’m a Gemini – I loved writing the above   😀

With the Zodiac symbol being the twins (Castor/Pollux), “duality” rules. Regardless of actual birth sign, we will want to double the fun by multi tasking to the max. Be careful of scattering your energies. Complete important projects and deliver what has been promised. Half done is half accomplished.

Information maven Mercury transits Gemini from 5/30/18 – 6/13/18 highlighting writing, reading and conversation. Also, there may be urges for quick weekend getaways, and a “lets do something / lets learn something” type of energy.

Do pay attention to personal interactions. Deepak Chopra said: “Language creates reality. Words are magical power. Speak always to create joy”. Perfect for a Gemini Sun Transit

*Gemini Sun:  May 20, 2018 – 10:15 PM EDT / 7:15 PM PDT

Gemstone: Pearl or Agate * Power Color: Yellow * Body Part: Hands

 

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Passion, Intensity, Focus – Scorpio Full Moon!

Life is always a bit deeper when the Moon is in sensitive, sizzling Scorpio and when the luminary is at its “Full” phase in this emotional Water sign, power and passion can go off the charts.

The Scorpio Full Moon arrives on Sunday, April 29, 2018. Ruled by transformational planet Pluto, (traditional ruler is warrior planet Mars) there are deep feelings, intensity and purpose influencing us with energy to spare.

A Full Moon is a good time to gauge what needs to be finalized and completed in the next few weeks. Use Scorpio’s focus and determination to figure out what to keep and what to throw away (meaning – discard whatever is no longer useful.) Letting go is not necessarily giving up.

Scorpio also pushes us to pay attention to money matters that may involve others. Are there any financial issues that need to be cleared or settled– taxes, business ventures? Does anyone owe you anything? Time to collect?

 

*Scorpio Full Moon: 4/29/18 – 8:58 PM EDT / 5:58 PM PDT

 

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Tasteful, Tenacious Taurus Sun 4/19/18

On Thursday April 19, 2018, the Sun moves into stubborn and determined Taurus. Even though the Bull is its Astrology symbol, it is ruled by the lovely, romantic planet Venus. Taurus, the 2nd sign of the Zodiac, has many other dimensions.

While appreciating all the creature comforts, this sensual Earth sign also wants us to be physically and financially secure at all times. Loved ones are treated to poetry, music and gourmet restaurants, while getting a lecture on avoiding monetary pot holes. (A nice mix.)

For the next few weeks, regardless of Sun sign, we can all tap into Taurus traits of dependability,  strength and endurance so that we solidify and complete the projects started during the high energy of the Aries Sun. Watch out for a tendency to be overcautious – don’t get stuck and resistant to change.  Security is attractive, especially in this climate, but, sometimes we have to take a second look, take a chance before the “no”.

Taurus:  *Gemstone: Rose Quartz * Power color: Soft rose-pink* Body Part: Neck

* Sun into Taurus, Thursday 4/19/18 – 11:13 PM EDT / 8:13 PM PDT

**As always, those most affected have the Sun and/or Rising sign in Taurus, but the rest of us will still feel the stable influences somewhere in our lives depending upon where the Earth sign appears in the birth chart.

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Friday the 13th & Aries New Moon Weekend – WOW!

The possibilities are endless. We have “Triskaidekaphobia” Day – scary?, bad? troublesome?  (Personally, I think the experience is up to me.) And we have a weekend Moon in rambunctious “I’m #1” Aries – active, aggressive, adventurous (I love alliteration).

On Sunday 4/15/18, the Lunar orb will position next to the Sun = “New”.  A New Moon is considered a great time to start / create / plant something. The universe will support. And, last but not least, Mercury goes into Direct Motion on the same day (It has been Retrograde since 3/22). The Communication planet will take a few days to pick up forward speed, so continue to pay attention to the details.

Life is full. With high energy Fire sign Aries, look before you leap, think before you combust. Fun can surely be had, just use moderation.

Have a super weekend!

  • Aries New Moon – 4/15/18: 9:37 PM EDT / 6:57 PM PDT
  • FYI:  “Triskaidekaphobia” – fear of Friday the 13th. I ignore any freaky Friday thoughts. These are often lucky days for me (pay day?) so that’s what I will anticipate!

 

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The Sun Is In Aries! (It Really Is Spring)

Regardless of how endless Winter may seem for some of us, Spring is here! The Vernal Equinox arrived, in the Northern Hemisphere, on Tuesday March 20, 2018 at 1 degree of impulsive, high energy Aries, the 1st sign of the Zodiac. In the past 12 months, the Sun has transited all the Astrology signs and the cycle starts anew. Let’s spring into action! (Sorry, I couldn’t resist it 😆).

Ruled by warrior planet Mars, aggressive Aries can be used to springboard ideas and projects that have been percolating all Winter. Be aware that unpredictable Uranus will be in this sign until 2019. It can make the Aries rush to adventure unfocused and scattered resulting in waste – time, energy, money. Pay attention to those urges to just “act” (act out or act up). Action with purpose and planning, rather than just because we’re bored will work. Risk vs reckless – don’t be careless.

Adding potential snap and crackle to interactions, Communication planet Mercury transits Aries until 5/14/18, (Retrograde 3/22 to 4/15/18). Writing, speaking, etc. may have more quickness, edge and bite – you’ll be great in debates? Create powerful tweets?  (Just watch the snark)

As always, those most affected have the Sun and/or Rising sign in Aries, but the rest of us will still feel the feisty vibes somewhere in our lives depending upon where the Fire sign appears in our chart.

Aries Sun* Spring Equinox – 12:16 PM Eastern / 9:16 AM Pacific

*Gemstone: Garnet * Power Color: Fiery Red * Body Part: Face

FYI – March 20th is also designated as “International Astrology Day”. Always observed on the Equinox, it is a celebration of the ancient art of Astrology.

 

 

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Here We Go – 1st Mercury Retrograde of 2018!

Heads up! The first Mercury Retrograde of 2018 happens on Thursday March 22, in the first sign of the Zodiac – impulsive, energetic, “me first”, Aries. In the midst of the Communication planet’s backward move, there can be snafus, confusion, flubbed details, wild declarations while speaking, texting & FBing. Besides written / verbal interaction, this may affect business, education, small gadgets (back up your stuff) and transportation (travel delays, wrong destinations – a few weeks ago a German Shepherd destined for Kansas, wound up in Japan).

Mercury Retrograde is a challenging time for Aries’ natural Impatience & heat. Think first. Be aware, be clear, watch the tantrum trigger. If feeling the need to argue or admonish, do it without the scorched earth approach. (Put the flame thrower back in the closet. You might be blowing up over incorrect information.)

Rather than initiate anything new, review and revisit ideas, revitalize old projects, re invent an approach. If you must sign a contract and / or begin something important, check everything twice, make sure the details are precise. Avoid having to do it over again.

*Mercury Retrograde:  3/22/18 – 8:19 PM EDT / 5:19 PM PDT (Until 4/15/18)

**Next Mercury Retrograde will be 7/25/18 in Fire sign Leo

 

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Weekend Moon in Ambitious Capricorn (and Daylight Savings Time)

On Saturday & Sunday, March 10 / 11, 2018, the Capricorn Moon can move us to take charge, get things accomplished and work hard. This Earth sign’s serious, focused energy pushes us to step to the front and give directions. Being ambitious is not a negative. Like everything else, it depends on how it’s handled.

Have a successfully productive weekend, but don’t forget to smile and say ‘thank you” while telling everyone what to do.

 

*Daylight Savings – “Spring Ahead” 1 hour at 2 AM Sunday 3/11/18