According to Sandy

Monday September 23, 2019 ~ whether you call it “Fall” or “Autumn”, (in the Northern Hemisphere) when the Sun moves into Libra, it is an “Equinox” – equal day / equal night. Balance – interactions, both business and personal, cooperation, genial negotiations will be in the forefront for the next few weeks. Good things in life are sought after due to the influences of lovely planet ruler Venus – romance, music, delicious food, beauty, graciousness and hospitality. Even if it isn’t your Sun or Rising, the 7th sign of the Zodiac will still cast a glow.

As Communication planet Mercury transits social Libra, from 9/14 – 10/3/19, it should amp up our chats, tweets, and texts, with cleverness and charm. Sensual Venus visits the 7th sign of the Zodiac, from 9/15 – 10/9/19. This is a welcome extra to warm and lift spirits. Mars will transit from 10/4 – 11/1/19. Normally prone to action and impulsiveness, the Warrior planet’s usual rambunctiousness is muted.

As always, your experience of the Sun in a particular sign depends most upon where it appears in your chart. But the Sun in harmony loving Libra can set a mood to benefit us all. Edges can be smoothed and softened on potentially contentious situations.

My suggestion for anything Libra is always: meet fun folks somewhere beautiful for brunch and / or cocktails. Enjoy being with others!

Libra Sun * Autumn Equinox 9/23/19 ~ 3:51 AM EDT / 12:51 AM PDT

Gemstone: Aventurine * Power Colors: Blues & Violets * Body Part: Kidneys

FYI:  The Scale (signifying balance) is Libra’s Astrology symbol. All other Zodiac signs are either people or animals.

Next Scorpio 10/23/19

On August 30, 2019, the Sun and the Moon are both in Virgo. When the luminaries are in the same Zodiac sign, the Moon is in its “New” phase. A New Moon is a great time to start something – big or small. Since it is ruled by communication planet Mercury, analytical Virgo’s written and verbal skills enhance our interactions.

The practical Earth sign will be even more powerful as 3 planets join the Sun & Moon. All will have their influences over Virgo concerns of work, health & service:

~ Mars 8/18 – 10/4 * Brave, energetic

~ Venus 8/21 – 9/15 * Down to earth romance

~ Mercury 8/29 – 9/14 * Quick & clever

Also, take advantage of Virgo’s natural “I’ll handle it” approach to take a look at fitness and nutrition. Are there things to be improved – diet, exercise? Don’t spend too much time being critical of yourself. New plans, new ideas – take care of needed changes now.

*Virgo New Moon:  8/30/19 6:37 AM EDT / 3:37 AM PDT

The Virgo Sun on Aug. 23, 2019, gives us a chance to settle down, take stock (after all the Leo sparkle and flash). Think: grounded, practical, dependable and efficient. The 6^th sign of the Zodiac is about work, service and health. But don’t think being conscientious has to mean “dull”. With quick witted Mercury as its planet ruler, Virgo’s cleverness can liven up situations when you least expect it.

Earth sign Virgo wants us to pay attention to the details! But, being over critical and picky, “sweating the small stuff”, not “seeing the forest for the trees”, suffering bouts of “paralysis analysis” will just get in the way and slow you down from making improvements and organizing messes. Friends, family & co-workers may resent relentless corrections no matter how “helpful” or how good the intention. Don’t get on their nerves  😉

Instead, do evolved Virgo things – be useful, bring calm & order, create a plan for better diet & fitness, be a contribution, take care.

~ Sun Into Virgo: 8/23 – 6:02 AM EDT * 3:02 AM PDT

*Gemstone: Carnelian * Power Color: Deep green * Body Part: Bowels (Cleansing the system for good health)

**BTW: The date when the Sun transits into a sign can fluctuate year to year – from the 19th to the 23rd. If born on one of these days, you are considered a cusp baby.  But regardless, there is only one Sun sign in an Astrology chart (however, the individual will often exhibit a combo of characteristics from both signs – the one ending / the one beginning).

The Sun moves into Leo on Monday July 22, 2019. It rules the 5^th sign of the Zodiac and we can tell regardless of our actual Astrology sign. With the influence of the “Sun King”, we are upbeat, magnanimous, a bit more dramatic, colorfully creative and drawn to the spotlight. Leo doesn’t get shyness. As the Sun struts through this regal Fire sign, the potential for having fun and drama ramps up.

Adding to the energy will be aggressive “Warrior” Mars transiting Leo from 7/2 to 8/18/19. Overly confident and perhaps impatient for attention, we may take risks. Remember, there is a difference between risk and reckless. (Check the parachute before attempting the longest free fall airplane drop in the Guinness Book of Records. Verify the distance between drop height & ground. Only preen for the close up once safely on the ground.)

Lifting the sparkle and shine experience of a Leo Sun is a Venus visit, 7/28 to 8/21/19. The planet of love brings even more warmth, beauty and love of “luxe”.

Verbal and written interactions can become livelier and sharper due to Communication planet Mercury’s Leo transit from 8/12/to 8/29/2019. Share the conversation, let someone else get a word in – it’s not all about you.

Enjoy the spotlight!

*Sun into Leo: July 22, 2019 * 10:51PM EDT / 7:51 PM PDT

**Gemstone – Tiger’s Eye *Power colors- Gold, orange (Sun colors) * Body Part – Heart (…of a lion!)

(Next up – Virgo Sun 8/23/19)

~ BTW: The date when the Sun transits into a sign can fluctuate year to year – from the 19th to the 23rd. If born on one of these days, you are considered a cusp baby – close to two signs- but regardless, there is only one Sun sign in an Astrology chart  (however, the individual will often exhibit a combo of characteristics from both signs).

On Tuesday, May 21, 2019, the Sun began its journey through the third sign of the Zodiac. It remains until Jun 21 when the Summer Solstice begins (Sun into Cancer). Gemini has the “twins” as its Astrology symbol (think Castor & Pollux) and we will want to double the fun regardless of our actual birth sign. Wanting / needing to be in 2 places at once will seem like fun, doing 2 things at the same time will be an “of course” – duality rules. Let the multi – tasking begin!

Gemini, ruled by Mercury the communication planet, urges us to interact – tweet, Facebook, text or have an old fashioned face-to-face –  in order to add variety to life and just generally perk things up. Learn something new, meet and greet, read and write, chat too much, maybe gossip too much and don’t forget travel, whether it be real or arm chair, the search for greener grass will be enticing.

Quick, clever, information maven Mercury will be transiting Gemini from 5/21/19 – 6/5/19.  Hit the pause button occasionally. Collect your thoughts, watch what you say.

Venus, planet of love and beauty, will be in Gemini from 6/9/19 to 7/4/19. It can bring out our social best and gentle some of that Gemini verbal sharpness.

~ Chopra said: “Language creates reality. Words are magical power. Speak always to create joy”. Perfect for a Gemini Sun Transit

*Gemini Sun:  May 21, 2019 – 3:59 AM EDT / 12:59 AM PDT

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

This has been a rocky month. We can use a “pick-me-up”, a little bit of “upbeatness”. Gratefully, on Thursday November 22, 2018, the Sun prances into adventurous, optimistic Fire sign Sagittarius. Ruled by exuberant Jupiter, the king of positive thinking, being “hopeful” doesn’t seem quite so far out there. Be confident, think “of course” for excellent results, reach for the good things, discover something new. Remember to pause occasionally and look over the landscape – not only to enjoy the view, but also to realize that some of those “sure things” are not quite.

But wait! There’s more!

There will also be a Gemini Full Moon (opposite the Sagittarius Sun). While the Lunar orb is in the Mercury ruled 3^rd sign of the Zodiac, communication is key. Speaking / writing can tend towards the powerful = witty and clever. I love this quote from Deepak Chopra: “Language creates reality. Words are magical power. Speak always to create joy” (Let us all do that!)

As always with a “Full” phase, finish and complete any old projects hanging around. Clear out any debris to make room for what’s next.

And, we have Transits:

~~ Mercury 10/31/18 – 12/12/18

Communication focused, clever, curious and often razor sharp, this planet visit can be great for creativity, sharing knowledge

…Mercury Retrograde – 11/16 – 12/6/18:

Aim for clarity in all interactions, back up your gadgets. Review plans carefully before implementing. Be conscious of promises, obligations, etc.

~~ Jupiter 11/8/18 – 12/2/19 (visits each sign for about 52 weeks every 12 years)

Lucky Jupiter will visit the 9^th sign of the Zodiac encouraging us to “go BIG or go home”. We feel the urge to be outgoing, to be gracious, to be cheerful, and to be risking. Rather than go over the top, set limits.

*Sagittarius Sun – November 22, 2018      4:02 EST / 1:02 AM PST

**Gem stone: Sodalite * Power color: Lilac, Mauve * Body Part: liver, Hips

***Gemini Full Moon: 11/22 PDT 9:39 PM &  11/23 EST 12:39 AM

BTW- Regardless of your actual birthday, always try to take advantage of the vibrations of whatever sign the Sun is transiting.

The symbol for Sagittarius is the half man/ half horse Centaur – usually with a wine pouch. Perfect, just in time for the end of year festivities.

And of course – Happy Thanksgiving!

It may be Autumn, but on Tuesday, October 23, the stubborn, secretive, sensual, sizzling Scorpio Sun brings the heat. Regardless of our birth date, the mysterious 8th sign of the Zodiac can infuse us with determination and focus to get projects done, snare that love interest or drill down through any mysteries that need to be solved. Sensitive and emotional – there will be drama and there will be depth. Skimming the surface of a project, a problem or a relationship just won’t do!

Besides the Sun, there are now three planets, Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, transiting Water sign Scorpio which could make life even more interesting:

Mercury, the communication planet, transits from 10/10 – 10/31/18 – interactions can be easily heated and more demanding than usual.

Lovely, romantic Venus visits Scorpio from 9/9 until 1/17/19, adding beauty and lushness to this intense sign’s ways of seduction. Included is a Retrograde period back into Libra on 11/2 and a return to Scorpio on 12/3 until 1/17/19.

Cheerful, “everything is better when it’s bigger”, good luck planet Jupiter has had a long stay in Scorpio from 10/11/17 – 11/7/18, spreading some optimism and light.

We can accomplish a lot using Scorpio’s power and fierceness- it’s traditional planet ruler Mars (energy and aggression) and its modern ruler Pluto (power and transformation) – but also remember that laughter can be used as a balm to stabilize, bring things into perspective and lighten the atmosphere.

As always, the impact depends on where (which House) Scorpio falls in your particular chart.

*Gemstone: Topaz *Power color: Deep shades of red *Body Part: Reproductive system (surprise!)

** Scorpio Sun 10/23/18 = 7:23 AM EDT– 4:23 AM PDT

The Sun glides into amiable Libra on Friday September 22, 2018 along with the Autumn Equinox (in the Northern Hemisphere). Even if it isn’t your Sun or Rising, the 7^th sign of the Zodiac will still scatter its influence like falling leaves 😉 .

There can be cooperation, affable negotiations and the urge to seek balance in business and personal relationships. Good things in life are sought after due to lovely planet ruler Venus – romance, music, delicious food, beauty, graciousness and hospitality.

With Communication planet Mercury beginning a transit of Air sign Libra on 9/21, (until 10/10/18) it may lead to even more clever and genial conversation for this very social sign.

Often, the Libra way is to see both sides of an issue before making a decision. Seeking harmony by trying to be “fair” can sometimes lead to appearing wishy-washy. Using the “Pros/Cons” list method can just string the selection process out. Be aware that important action can be stalled by over think. Paying attention to instinct and being honest will give a more direct line to a choice. Don’t hesitate to show your spine when needed (some may be surprised when the Libra inner tensile strength is revealed), you’ll still be loved!

My suggestion for anything Libran is always: meet fun folks somewhere beautiful for brunch and or cocktails. Enjoy!

Libra Sun * Autumn Equinox 9/22/18 – 9:55 PM EDT / 6:55 PM PDT

Gemstone: Aventurine * Power colors: Blues and violets * Body Part: Kidneys

BTW:  The Scale (signifying balance) is Libra’s Astrology symbol. All other Zodiac signs are either people or animals.

The 2018 Virgo Sun spreads its influence over us on Wednesday & Thursday,  August 22 (PDT) & August 23 (EDT), regardless of whether it’s your Astrological sign or not. Think: grounded, practical, efficient and responsible.  Getting it done.

The 6^th sign of the Zodiac is about work, service and health. But don’t think being conscientious has to mean “dull”. With quick witted Mercury as its planet ruler, Virgo’s cleverness can liven up situations when you least expect it.

Earth sign Virgo is about paying attention to the details. However, being enraptured with “sweating the small stuff” can also lead to being overly critical and picky. Friends, family & co-workers may resent relentless corrections no matter how “helpful” or how good the intention. Don’t get on their nerves 😉

Instead, do evolved Virgo things – be useful, bring calm & order, be a contribution, take care. Create a plan for better diet & fitness.

*Gemstone: Carnelian * Power color: Deep green * Body Part: Bowels (Cleansing the system for good health)

**Virgo Sun:  8/22 PDT 9:09PM * 8/23 EDT 12: 09 AM

Beginning 8/18/18, the Moon will be in Jupiter ruled Fire sign Sagittarius both Saturday & Sunday. A Sagittarius Moon will have us getting out and about, seeing people, being optimistic. We can all use the uplifting, genial vibe right now.

Communication planet Mercury, which has been Retrograde since 7/25/18, stops and starts its forward (Direct) motion also on 8/18/18 PDT. It will take a few days to pick up speed and take us out of the “snafu” zone, so continue to pay attention to details.

Have an upbeat, powerful weekend!