According to Sandy

My usual routine on Thursdays is to give my opinion about the possible energy created around us based solely upon the weekend Moon’s Zodiac sign placements. I enjoy doing it and it’s a way to prepare to take advantage of any atmospheric vibes that are out there.  However, due to a rare 2 day“ Void of Course”  Moon,  which starts on Thursday March 31, I have no opinion to give for Friday – April Fool’s Day (Hmmmm).

The Moon, in the final degrees of Water sign Pisces, is Void of Course – meaning that it creates no aspects (relationships/connections) to the Sun or planets while on its way into the next sign.  This usually lasts from a few minutes to a few hours and needless to say, a 48 hour VC is rare. It lasts from 9:43AM Eastern / 6:43AM Pacific Thursday until Saturday morning April 2 at 7:16AM Eastern / 4:16AM Pacific when the Lunar orb finally settles into Aries.

A Moon without “aspects”, can be a time of vagueness and doubt.  The consensus among Astrologers is to “not start anything”.  Finishing projects that began before the “VC” can be handled and completed, but avoid initiating during this uncertain time.

Vibrations change on Saturday morning when things start to perk with the  potent early morning moves of both the Moon and Mars into Aries. In addition, Sunday April 3^rd gives us a “New Moon” phase in this same aggressive Fire sign. Use its Martian energy to jump start projects, new beginnings, new ideas – implement, implement, implement!

Short version of the above: Finish up old stuff on Thursday/Friday and start new stuff from Sunday’s New Moon until the Moon’s First Quarter phase April 11.

And, not to pile it on, remember that Mercury is Retrograde in Aries until April 23. If you must sign or commit – review and verify forms of communication, techie stuff, etc.  (It never stops, life is just so full!)

Keep breathing. Enjoy your weekend!

Late Friday March 25^th begins an enveloping Capricorn Moon experience lasting until Sunday evening. This Earth sign is ruled by stern Saturn and can influence feelings about authority, business and status.  Our thoughts may turn to “who is in charge?  – It should be ME”.  Being ambitious is not a negative. Like everything else, it depends on how it’s handled.

Duty and responsibility – natural traits for this sign, give impetus to put things in order, take charge of our lives, pay attention to financial issues (Tax day is on the horizon) and clear up any little messes that we have created. It’s the adult thing to do.

Have a powerful accomplishing weekend!

Spring has sprung! On March 20, 2011 the Sun moved into the dynamic first sign of the Tropical Zodiac – fiery Aries (7:21PM Eastern / 4:21PM Pacific). The Sun has transited all 12 signs and is starting the cycle anew.  On this day, we also celebrate the Vernal Equinox – Spring is here with new chances to bloom!

This Fire sign’s impulsive, physical high energy can be used to springboard those ideas and projects you’ve been contemplating all winter. With the lucky planet Jupiter transiting Aries until June 4, 2011, the universe will support you. Just don’t go into a “bigger is better” thing (which is a favorite Jupiter approach to life). Moderation, which is often a struggle for risk taking Aries, would work well now.  With unpredictable, non conformist Uranus also visiting – sitting for 7 more years – wildness can result. (Remember, Aries is ruled by the warrior planet Mars)

Mercury is in Aries too until May 15, 2011.  Communication may have more quickness, edge and bite – you’ll be great in debates?  Since the planet will be Retrograde 3/30 – 4/23, re think/ review any temptation for verbal assaults, even if you’re right. No need to wound.

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

*Aries = Gemstone: Garnet / Power Color: Red, fiery colors (of course)

FYI – March 20^th is also designated as “International Astrology Day”. Always observed on the Equinox, it is a celebration of the ancient art of Astrology. (Cupcakes will be served!)

The Moon will be in the health and service oriented Earth sign Virgo on Friday March 18^th – but wait, there’s more. It’s that time again! The Moon (Virgo) is opposite the Sun (Pisces) – that means “Full Moon” on  Saturday March 19^th (2:10PM Eastern / 11:10AM Pacific).

The Full phase’s “handle it”  energy will last for several days. With practical Virgo, it is all about the details, so you will be supported as you complete and finalize whatever you’re working on. Put that diet and exercise regimen in place.

A few hours later, there will be a Lunar shift to Air sign Libra for the rest of the weekend. Be gracious, be charming, socialize – but, you don’t have to agree to everything. Stand your ground if you must. Enjoy the weekend.

Erin go Braugh!

Beginning March 11, Friday and Saturday finds us in the throes of a chatty, variety loving Gemini Moon. As with all Air signs, it can be fun for us and/or just busy.  Your choice. 

Early Sunday, the Moon moves into the sign it rules – Cancer. This sensitive, emotional Water sign is about caring and nurturing.

Communication heavy Gemini Moon on Friday and Saturday followed by intense feelings Cancer Moon on Sunday and Monday – be flexible.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Pisces intuition and creativity are powerful with the New Moon in this emotional Water sign on Friday afternoon March 4^th. Make use of this highly imaginative time and as always, “new” Lunar energy is good for “beginnings” of any kind. With both the Sun and the Moon in the same sign, focus and take advantage.

You can take action on any genius scenarios that come to you in your dreams when the Moon pops into aggressive Aries on Saturday evening and remains until Tuesday morning.  Activity, impulse, passion, all traits of this Fire sign, might compel you to manifest some ideas that came to you  during one of those Piscean dream sequences – whether sleeping or awake.

Have a great, creative 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!

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!

On Friday 2/18, the 12^th 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

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!