Astrology: Moon in Sagittarius and Capricorn for This Weekend

Friday 2/25, will be a Sagittarius Moon day with all the upbeat possibilities it implies.  Take a short trip, spread a little cheer or have a deep and philosophical conversation about something (an often forgotten Sag trait).

An atmospheric change comes along on Saturday, with the Capricorn Moon arriving at 2:32 PM Eastern / 11:32 AM Pacific. Lasting until Monday evening, our thoughts become more deliberate and concerned with ambition, status, financial stability, etc. Take care of business – OK.

Have a delightfully productive Weekend!


Astrology: Libra Moon Great for Holiday Monday!

Monday February 21, is not only the start of our week, but it’s also Presidents Day. Regardless of whether you have the 3 day weekend, or it’s just another work day for you, the Libra Moon, even though at the end of its 2 day stay, still gives us the inclination to meet and greet, perk up relationships of all kinds, be friendly.

Libra, an Air sign, is the partnership maven of the Zodiac. Ruled by the lovely planet Venus, the desire for peaceful interaction will be with us all day.  Go for it. Make an overture, close a gap, perk up a romance – can’t hurt.

Have a fantastic week!


Astrology: Sun into Dreamy Pisces February 18, 2011

On Friday 2/18, the 12th sign of the Zodiac got its turn to be in the Sun. Solar energy entered the Water sign Pisces –  creative, intuitive, emotional – at 7:25PM Eastern/4:25PM Pacific making the next few weeks a good time to innovate… something.

Imagination and feelings, Piscean characteristics, are heightened –  great for anyone associated with the arts. Ideas for new music, new dance, new writing might push to the surface faster than usual. The unconscious is very important with this Neptune ruled sign. Pay attention to your dreams as you stay grounded and stay connected. Over sensitivity to adverse energy or vibrations is no excuse to drift or try to escape. Be steady, be productive.

Spread that Pisces compassion and kindness among family and friends. Don’t be surprised that sympathy/empathy  are readily on tap – offer assistance where it is genuinely needed.

And to make it even more fun,  planets transiting a sign add additional energy to the mix:  Mercury may sharpen Pisces communication during its visit 2/22 to 3/10, watch Mars volatility 2/23 to 4/2 and remain stable with unpredictable Uranus -which ends its long stay on 3/12 (since 2003).  All 3 planets in Pisces plus the Sun is a powerful presence.  Make the most of it.

As always those most affected have the Sun or Ascendant in Pisces and for the rest of us, it depends on where Pisces appears in the birth chart.

*Pisces = Gemstone: Amethyst / Power color: Purple

Astrology: Leo Full Moon,Then Weekend Moon in Virgo & Libra

Friday February 18, 2011 provides early morning mood changes. (Just in case I haven’t been clear in my weekend update Astrology posts, my premise is that as the Moon changes signs, so do our moods, our energy and often how we act/react in the day to day.) The Moon will be in “Full” power at 3:36AM Eastern/12:26AM Pacific in generous, ”let’s have fun” Fire sign Leo. A Full Moon phase is good for wrapping things up, finishing what began at the time of the New Moon. The effects will last for a few days even as the Lunar orb changes to the next sign.

About an hour later the same day, the Moon moves into service oriented, practical Virgo – from upbeat Leo to the conscientious, discriminating Earth sign – we can handle it. Take advantage of the Full phase’s continued influence by using this Mercury ruled sign’s cleverness and penchant for detail. You can get stuff done.

And finally, early on Sunday 4:39AM Eastern/1:39AM Pacific, way before Brunch time, a Libra Moon makes us social, agreeable and decorous. Have people over or meet someplace nice, make both yourself and your home attractive. There is a lot to be said for beautiful things to lift spirits and ease the settling of any disputes.

Be flexible, go with the flow, have a varied Weekend!

(BTW- the Sun doesn’t move into Pisces, the 12th sign of the Zodiac, until Friday evening 2/18 – which is why the Moon is Full in Leo while the Sun is exactly opposite in Aquarius in the morning. When the luminaries are opposite each other – the Moon is “Full”)

Astrology: A Gemini Moon Weekend 2/11 – Busy!

Friday afternoon February 11 brings us to a Gemini Moon weekend. The options are endless- chatting, reading, socializing, taking a class.

We will have 2 and 1/2 days of this Mercury ruled Air sign’s communication focused vibrations. Good time to learn, teach, share what you know.

However, try to hold off on the gossip, it can come back to bite you. If the temptation for verbal mischief is too great, play scrabble.

Have a fabulous weekend!


Astrology: Romance & Business-Venus in Capricorn * A Good Fit?

Last week, February3rd/4th, the lovely planet Venus, (ruler of Libra and Taurus) gracefully floated into the 10th sign of the Zodiac – Capricorn.  This Earth sign is noted for its affinity to business – ambition, authority, practicality- ruled by boundary maven planet, Saturn.

Where does loving, romantic, social, creative Venus fit into all this? I don’t know. But, when I let my imagination run, I can envision high finance maneuvers done with a gentle nudge rather than an aggressive corporate hammer.  If your workplace has been akin to a battlefield lately, the planet of love could bring harmony, a willingness to listen to another point of view.  No doubt, greed will still be “good”, but maybe there will be more sharing, a generosity of spirit. Nice possibility?

However, don’t expect miracles, this will only last for a few weeks because on March 1, Venus transits into adventurous Aquarius.  (Hmmm, Venus into the rebellious Air sign? –  interesting, but, that’s a whole other story.)


Astrology: Weekend Moon in Creative Pisces 2/4/11

On Friday February 4, 2011, the Moon is in creative, intuitive Pisces. The 12th sign of the Zodiac is ruled by sensitive, impressionable Neptune.  Keep escapist moves to a minimum.  Focus on what is true.

The mood will change by Sunday afternoon when the Moon settles into Mars ruled, high energy Aries for 2 ½ days. Use this Fire sign’s natural combustion to start the week in a non combative good way.

Have an art and music filled Weekend!

Gong Hay Fat ChoiHappy Lunar New Year!


Astrology: A New Moon in Aquarius 2/2/11

Wednesday February 2, gives us a friendly, unconventional Aquarius New Moon (9:31PM East / 6:31PM Pacific). For a Moon to be considered “New”, both Sun and Moon are in the same sign, adding power and possibilities to this lunar phase along with intensifying the sign’s traits.

Power and possibilities for this Uranus ruled Air sign usually involves something to do with groups, something revolutionary- or both. Regardless, it will speak to Aquarian independence and love of the different.

A walk on the wild side (with lots of friends?) Remember, moderation works.


Chinese Lunar New Year – Year of the Rabbit 2011

Thursday February 3rd celebrates the Chinese Lunar New Year. 2011 is designated as the “Year of the Rabbit”.

Thought of as lucky, friendly and considerate, the “Rabbit” is expected to spread a calming peacefulness. A quieter, gentler mood is anticipated for this year.

With the Chinese calendar, each of the 12 months is represented by an animal with its particular characteristic Rat, Horse, Ox, Sheep, Tiger, Monkey, Rabbit, Rooster, Dragon, Dog, Snake, Pig.

FYI: The Chinese Lunar New Year, unlike the “Sun” calendar, can begin on a different date each year – The Year of the Dragon 2012, begins on 1/23/2012.

Gong Hay Fat ChoiHappy New Year!


Astrology: Weekend Moon in Fun Sagittarius 1/28/11

Time to perk up!  On Friday morning, January 28th, the Moon will bounce into optimistic, jovial Sagittarius for a 2 day visit.  Thoughts turn to travel and adventure – fun. Get out and about, see people. Lucky Jupiter rules this Fire sign and lovely Venus remains in Sag (until February 3rd) so take a chance on romance?

Early on Sunday morning, the Moon marches into the “all about business” Earth sign Capricorn. The 10th sign of the Zodiac has a duty, responsibility and  authoritarian focus.  It’s all good.

Have a delightful weekend!