The Moon is in Virgo. Neatness counts. There's fussy energy in the forecast, but your meticulous eye and attention to detail may pay off. In fact it's a good day for accounting. Go over the fine points and get the project to perfection even if that means revisiting it again and again. Virgo and Aries will want to take charge and feel that something is at stake. Pisces is likely to feel nagged and complained to. Taurus the perfectionism may drive you out of your mind today. The Moon is in harmony with Mercury so go forth with projects and plans and pu things on the calendar with solid dates and times. Mercury is still in Capricorn helping us with ambition, job hunting, and organization in general. Capricorn you may want to pack, arrange, and have things tidy and in order, and you're one of the most favored to be making big future plans now or getting ready for a move. Tonight the Moon is opposite Uranus and that always stirs the pot with unexpected ingredients. Could be a little bit more spicy or bitter than you wanted. Keep some flexibility for last minute situations tonight. The Moon is void of course from 11:17 pm to 8:42 am. Wear black.
The Moon is waning and meets Saturn in Libra. Making decisions about what stays and what goes is in the forecast. Saturn retrograde is urging that we cut the fat and let go of unproductive situations, relationships and outgrown clothes or habits. This would be a good day to quit smoking, but on another level you may decide a haircut is in order. The haircut could be more to simplify your routine than because you think it's more stylish. We're making the practical decision today. You get the idea. Now Libra Moon time doesn't mean it's easy to make up your mind, in fact being on the fence is natural today. Make lists of pros and cons and listen to advice whether you take it or not. Analyzing things with the intent of doing something about them is predicted. The Moon squares Pluto in Capricorn and nothing but the most sensible will do. Be fair in your dealings with others. Tonight, the Libra Moon favors music and the arts and is in harmony with Mars retrograde in Leo so you may get to act the part you dreamed of in the past. This is very extroverted energy so it should be a good night out. The performers rule the stage but the backstage crew shines too. Costumes, scenery and makeup! If you're working or at home the creative juices should flow. Wear light blue.
The Moon is solidly in Libra in harmony with the Sun and Venus in Aquarius! This would have been a great situation for Valentine's Day so act as if! Love and relationships, friendships and the groups we belong to are important today! Get involved, make a date, work out a friendship riff, and attend gatherings, parties, fundraisers, or just get people out to lunch together! It should be easy to connect and make plans. Libra is the sign of partners, couples and best friends, so be a duo but hang with other cool people together! Like minds will attract and can really make progress in work situations too! Team up. Tonight minor disagreements or misunderstandings could be the result of Libra Moon square to Mercury, but the goal should be to work out what is most fair to all. Listen carefully and try not to react quickly to avoid misinterpreting someone. Aries, attention and sensitivity is required in all your close relationships. Cancer, work something out with a partner and significant other as disagreements are in fact likely for you at home and in love. Gemini, Libra, Aquarius, Sagittarius, you have the best conditions for making a date or just having a great time with friends! Gemini, today is generally lucky for you! Today's color is pink.
The Moon is void of course from 4:28 to 11:55 am EST. During those hours judgment isn't likely to be spot on so if you can wait on an answer or commitment, after noon time is more of a sure thing. Use the morning hours for routine work, cleaning and organization. Write everything down since we're likely to be forgetful too! Lies and half truths are forecast for the early hours so don't be too gullible. Trust your gut reaction to someone's story. The Moon moves to Scorpio at 11:55 am. Focus should kick in. Scorpio Moon time is relentless and unforgiving so no excuses allowed! Pay attention to personal matters and keep them private! Nose to the grindstone with work. In the evening the Moon aligns with Jupiter in Pisces and Mercury in Capricorn keeping spirits lifted and conversation flowing. Tonight is great for creativity and not bad for love lives. Cancer and Virgo you should feel good about this! Scorpio and Capricorn you make a good team today. Wear dark reds.
The Scorpio Moon squares both Mars and the Sun. Full Moon things from last week are activated again! Today our patience will be tested! Heated situations are activated and answers may not be easy. Scorpio Moon time is stubborn and compromise and forgiveness will be a struggle. We may have to wave white flags and agree to disagree. Otherwise arguments and strong feelings dominate the day. Mars is retrograde so some of this is old business revisited. Issues regarding infidelity and other forms of disloyalty come up. Try not to give anyone reason to doubt or distrust you today. The Scorpio Moon means we'll dig our heels in and do things our own way. Some sulking or acting out is likely. Mind your own business today. Taurus will find relationships particularly difficult and Scorpio could be feel similar. Business may be difficult for Cancer and Cancer and Capricorn will worry or haggle about money. Tonight should be kept simple. It may be as intense as last week's Full Moon or more so! Wear black.
The Moon is void of course in Scorpio from 11:12 am until 7:03 pm. The Moon squares Venus in two fixed signs so disagreements or just not finding your nearest and dearest in sync continues. Get routine work done and keep to yourself or at least avoid gossip today. If you need to make a solid plan do it early in the day. After 11:12 am it may be hard to make the best decision. At 7:03 pm the Moon moves to Sagittarius for a much more fun, free spirited night. That doesn't mean people will be reliable though! Jupiter in Pisces and Pluto in Capricorn make for an interesting and eclectic combination this afternoon and tonight. Take dreams and fantasies and make them real?! Keep you might flexible enough so that you can take your best offer and not disappoint a friend. This day should get better as it goes on. Pisces, Sagittarius, Leo, and some Scorpios get sweet vibes. Wear purple.
The Sagittarius Moon engages with Saturn, Jupiter and Mars. Stay flexible but organized! In other words, have a plan and a system but be willing to adapt that if necessary. Keep things to scale rather than overdo or exaggerate and avoid disappointment or the word "no". The Moon and Mars in fire signs dominate the day so there's no holding back or keeping a fire sign down! Leo, Aries and Sagittarius have emough motivation and spark for all of the zodiac! Scorpio and Taurus, you must get organized with financial situations even if you really want to have fun with the rest of them. Last minute plans could go exceedingly well! Today's color is red.
In the sign of heart and spine, the sign of courage and creativity, I've been feeling like this Full Moon would pack an intense emotional wallop! I'm a Leo though, so could I be projecting? That's always a possibility but I was really basing my prediction on the proximity of Mars retrograde in Leo and the opposing energy of Venus in Aquarius. Even if you're not an astrologer or a follower of the stars, the words opposition and retrograde give you a clue. If you're a fan of mythology, you know that Mars is the warrior, an aggressive force. Mars is masculine and Venus feminine and when the two stand on opposite sides with their arms crossed in the fixed manner of Leo and Aquarius, relationship issues are not easy to resolve. In this particular month, with Mars retrograde, old and unfinished business is the ultimate trigger so if you're going through a rocky stage, a divorce, or a make or break time, unresolved matters are the enemy.
It's a white hot Moon, fueling anger but also passions. Jealousy, flirtations, infidelity, and strong undeniable feelings drive alot of activity as the Moon burns bright. Mars near the Full Moon lends an air of competition, and we'll tend to do whatever is necessary to win the heart and attention of the one we desire. At the same time, we'll stand far opposite the partner we take issue with. Realities we haven't faced up to become impossible to ignore. Leo and Aquarius are most impacted in long term relationships, while Aries and Libra may be dealing with the same issues with significant others particularly since Saturn retrograde in Libra is also impacting the Leo Moon. Conclusions reached during this Full Moon are serious and lasting. The Sun in Aquarius urges us to balance the heart with the mind and some visions beyond the moment. Saturn pushes for some structure and definition around strong emotional heart-strong decisions. The heart is a muscle, and Leo is forceful not passive and can be enormously brave and giving in love. Determining what's really good for us in love and relationship is part of this Full Moon, and some of us will take big steps to resolving or confirming strong feelings, whether that means establishing commitment to or independence from another. Oppositions. Extremes. Things are likely to be polarized in one direction or the other.
Other Full Moon effects include career matters and mature responsibilities for Scorpio, one sign most likely to be struggling for independence and some recognition. Sagittarius and Gemini may need to break free more than other signs and find this to be a Full Moon of opportunity and worldly experiences. For Virgo and Pisces some down time could be beneficial as this Full Moon can overwhelm with health issues or generally being overextended and trying to meet too many work obligations. Remember the heart and spine are Leo ruled and vulnerable at this time. Capricorn and Cancer should be vigilant with money, legal, and employment matters, aiming for successful negotiations and keeping balanced accounts. Taurus, home life could be turbulent and opinions very strong and stubborn between members of the same household, from family to room mates. Different living arrangements may come out of this period. Full Moons illuminate the problems so we can see more clearly and Saturn adds a big dose of reality this month.
Now that we've aired out all the serious stuff, let's not ignore how much fun a Leo Moon instigates! It's a great Full Moon to be single or dating and not in the relationship burdened by obligations or too many responsibilities. Parties, performances and events can only benefit from that Leo shine. Think bold, bright, creative, sparkly, outrageous, and brilliant. Adorn dramatically. Showcase your abilities. Be the strongest or the brightest with the Moon in the sign of the Sun, our solar system's biggest star. Act the part!
The Moon is in Gemini from 6:11 am on for a busy day with a mostly positive attitude! The Moon works with Saturn in Libra and Venus and the Sun in Aquarius, all air signs. Air signs relate to the mind so using intellect and good communication is favored. Whatever your agenda today, speak clearly and try to emphasize the bright side. Optimism and intelligence win over naysayers! We'll appreciate sound advice and should give that if we feel informed and confident enough to help. Make decisions based on logic over emotion. Make a list of pros and cons to get a clear picture. It's a good day for writers and reporters since Gemini is a sign of words and messengers. The Moon's square to Jupiter cautions against exaggeration and overly ambitious plans. Keep things reasonable and to scale. A little bit of drama works to make a point, but don't go over the top with that. Tonight the Moon and Venus create the atmosphere for study groups and just plain socializing. It's a talkative night and the comedians and showoffs in the group will be on a roll! Gemini and Aquarius get the best out of today. Virgo career plans may fall into place. Aries is the wordsmith of the day. Wear blue.
The Gemini Moon favors smart moves today. Take action that's been well planned and thought out. The Moon works with Mars retrograde and unfinished projects take precedence over brand new ones. Go back and finish a piece of work, especially a written document or story, a media related project or a marketing plan that didn't quite go public. Create invitations and contact potential clients, guests, or contractors. Return your messages, even old ones you hadn't responded to in a timely way. This part of the month is full of opportunities if you are willing to make contact and ask the right questions. Tonight ranges from unpredictable to chaotic and can be very creative if you don't have to follow a template or instructions. Attention span may be very short though! Leo is the social butterfly and best friend or supporter tonight. Taurus, you probably don't want to pass up a business opportunity, and keep your eyes open so you don't miss one! Capricorn, keep focus on work and your workout plan too. Wear gold.
The Moon moves from Gemini to Cancer at 9:01 am after being void of course overnight. The overnight hours are shaky and unpredictable so be careful and avoid decisions or shopping online! Venus is opposite Mars and relationship problems activate big time this time of the week and month. We are warming up for the Full Moon now, and with the Moon in Cancer we're likely to be defensive and emotional if any little thing sets us off! Pluto in Capricorn opposes the Moon practically assuring that things we want to avoid will be right in our faces. Today could be quite confrontational, especially for Capricorn, Cancer, Aquarius and Leo. Libra you're not out of the woods either, and Saturn in your sign squares the Moon making both family and career issues heat up. Do things to help other people lighten up or ease the burden today. Jupiter throws in some compassion from Pisces and friendship should be easier than love or work relationships. Wear light blue today.
The heat is really on with a Leo Full Moon pending, Saturday at 1:18 am EST. The Moon is in Cancer, opposite Mercury, really affecting plans and communication. Just when you thought something was a done deal, there's a new crimp or issue to adjust to and sort out. Could be that things planned during the retrograde become impossible to follow through with now. Try to ease disappointment by suggesting plan B and most importantly do not slight anyone today! It's a day of grudges and sensitivities. You might also notice more that usual the number of co-workers not at their desks or posts. It's a physical or mental health day, and sick kids may be more common than usual too. It's a big day for nurturing and parenting and trying to make people feel better in general! Care giving types, get ready to put alot of energy out! Take it easy as much as possible. Save over spending. Eat or cook comfort food. Take refuge at home or with people you feel like family with. Tonight, the Moon and Uranus stir things up which can be creative at best and bring strange news too. It's an emotional night and the Moon is close to Full! Wear white.
The Moon is in Leo, Full tonight (tomorrow technically) at 1:18 am. The Sun is opposite Mars today really activating everything! Leo and Aquarius host this action and the Full Moon too! Nothing will be calm, quiet or without debate! Energy between friends and lovers is likely to heat up and range from anger to passion, possibly both! It's a very fiery and competitive day too. Big bursts of energy are in the forecast, and directing strong feelings and emotions in positive directions is one of the challenges! Don't tangle with a Leo, Aquarius, or Aries today! They will win! The Moon and Saturn engage and sharp wit and a need for structure are both evident. Take nothing for granted and try to be reliable tonight. Let friends or family know if you appreciate them. It's a good night for memorizing and rehearsing or performing. The Moon is Full and meets Mars after midnight so situations can escalate quickly. Avoid any situation that could get violent or out of hand. Take people's words and emotions seriously. There's very persistent and intense energy in the air! Aries, Cancer and Capricorn take no chances with money or gambling. Taurus, keep your focus close to home and don't be surprised if there are some big issues or outbursts there. Wear purple.
We're in the Full Moon zone today. The Moon remains in Leo opposite the Sun and Venus and in conjunction with Mars. Venus and Mars activate matters in our love lives and other close relationships. All this opposite energy in Leo and Aquarius is stubborn but also persistent. Compromise will be difficult. Opposites may attract if you can complement each other and make up for what each other need or lack. The attraction is more of a stretch than the tension though. Mars makes us edgy and impatient, but with Mars retrograde near the Full Moon it may be old business and whether anything can be done to resolve that will vary from situation to situation. Patience will be hard to come by. Make the most of a Leo Full Moon with performances, parties, creative pursuits and fun and games with kids (or like kids!). Ripples of last month's lunar eclipse are felt too so changes that didn't quite kick in while Mercury was retrograde are up for another chance now. Today's color is red.
The Moon is void of course from 1:27 to 8:23 am and then in Virgo. The Moon is opposite Jupiter and Saturn squares Pluto which is more of a story! The Moon is now waning and Saturn urges us to cut ties with whatever is worn out, not working, or negative in any way. Saturn is retrograde really pushing us to take care of old business and put outgrown habits or situations to rest. Virgo Moon says take a practical approach. More than most Sundays it may feel important to take care of something once and for all or to just take amore serious approach to work or studies. It's been an intense Full Moon time for many, and today is full of nervous energy. Try to relax into solutions and make changes without looking back. Wear navy blue.
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Jupiter moved to Pisces last night and the Moon is also in the sign of the fish today. Pisces is artistic, flexible and compassionate. Knowing our boundaries is very important under the Pisces influence since the nicest of us can be taken advantage of easily. Venus also changes signs, sliding into Aquarius where she remains emotionally unattached and cool. It's still a very logical, practical time in love and relationship (versus the hopeless romantic of Venus in Pisces beginning February 11th). This is a good time for planning a future though and for making decisions as a duo or couple. Back to the Pisces Moon, it's in harmony with Mercury newly direct in Capricorn and we can blend creativity and logic well. Clearer communication is in the forecast. Answer messages and put things in writing or on the calendar more confidently today. Wear blue.
The Moon is in Pisces and this is the last day of Capricorn birthdays. It might be hard to get in the swing after a long weekend if you had a holiday Monday. The Pisces Moon makes us want to take our sweet time, ease in, and work at our own pace. There are no major angles in the zodiac today, but continuing to improve communication, get on the same page with each other, and re-start things that were put on hold during the holidays and Mercury retrograde time. With the Moon waxing, we can get projects and plan going. Pisces Moon is a good time to influence others so sway someone to your side today. Appeal to the heart. Do creative work, enjoy music and art today. Tonight the Sun moves to Aquarius at 11:28 pm EST. Wear silver.
The Sun is now in Aquarius and the Moon is void of course from 1:06 am until 1:36 pm. The overnight and morning are unpredictable and possibly accident prone so be careful in any questionable situations or places. The morning may not be very productive and is not a great time for decisions, but the afternoon kicks in with an Aries Moon in harmony with the Sun and it's game on! It might suddenly seem like everything that was stuck or postponed is happening at once now. Tonight the Moon works with Venus in Aquarius for quick decisions, plans and opportunities. The Moon's activity with Pluto and Saturn may be unsettling though especially if you've been trying to avoid realities. Be assertive but not too aggressive or headstrong tonight. Wear red.
The Moon is in Aries, a sign that likes to direct and/or control things. The Moon and Mercury square off for power plays, debates, and battles of words. Who can outsmart who is the question! Power plays and attempts to be in charge create some conflicts and competitions. Aries Moon time is competitive in sports and games too. The Moon works with Mars and muscle becomes an issue as well! In fact in the end being stronger may be easier than trying to be smarter! Burn some energy today and tonight. Being lazy or bored will only be frustrating. Tonight make plans and do something! It's a good date night for Leo, Libra or Aquarius. Wear yellow.
It's an Aries Moon and the first half of the day is best for decisions and motivation until the void of course time hits at 2:47 pm. The afternoon and night are more scattered and potentially very spontaneous and fast paced. Games and competition will be appealing and possibly intense today. Venus and Saturn pull the reigns in where relationships are concerned. Getting some structure around partnerships in either love or buisness is in the forecast. You might be asked to name or define exactly what a relationship is and call it something now. Venus is in Aquarus and Saturn is in Libra and Leo and Aries are also most likely to experience this. Tonight the party gets crazy! This might be fun or a little out of control! Best not to play with fire literally or otherwise! The Moon moves to Taurus at 11:39 pm and things get a bit more conservative. Wear pink.
The Taurus Moon puts us in the mood to work at things. Whether the body needs exercise or the mind needs focus, the Moon encourages us to have persistence and determintation. We won't tend to back down easily. With Jupiter and the Moon in harmony we'll want to do everything on a large scale. Venus and Mars are both out of sync with the Taurus Moon which means lots of effort is required in love and close relationships. Mercury does help with the negotiation process though, in Capricorn favoring the practical course of action. Tonight disagreements can happen easily. If someone seems to be in a bad mood, back off to keep the peace or be willing to fight it out. Today's color is green.
The Moon is in Taurus all day. It's a very stubborn day as Taurus has a reputation for but that's also due to the Sun in Aquarius aligned with Saturn the planet of discipline and structure. Figuring out our limits and pushing the boundaries is in the forecast. We're not likely to want to back down, compromise or give up. Challenges might even be motivating! Expect the later hours of the day and night to be newsworthy or unusual. Take a deep breath before reacting tonight. The Moon is void of course from 10:03 pm to 6:11 am. Today's color is brown.
More on the retrogrades...Saturn joins the party today, January 13th and will be retrograde until May 28th. Saturn retrograde in Libra from now until April 7th strongly relates to couples and is a less than romantic influence. Relationships, including other one on one partnerships, become more about obligation than fun generally. Saturn delivers lessons and requires plenty of hard work. Sometimes Saturn retrograde is about learning to say no and stick up for ourselves. Create boundaries. Decide what's good for yourself, and then maybe you can determine whether your current relationship or partnership serves and suits you well.
From April 7th to May 28th, Saturn retrograde revisits Virgo bringing up challenges from last fall, particularly October. This period is meant for tying up loose ends and reevaluating commitments we made. Virgo is the sign of service to others and Saturn is limitations and obligations, so if you've taken on more than you bargained for it will be evident this spring!
In general, Saturn retrograde will impact 1 to 4 degrees of Libra-whether that's your Moon, Sun or rising sign, and those with Moon, Sun or rising signs in the last degree or two (toward the end) of Virgo. Establishing boundaries and knowing our own limits is the key to stability during a Saturn retrograde, which occurs for about 5 months. Life can't be put on hold and that's not the point of Saturn retrograde. It's about preparing for the next challenge, letting go of what doesn't work anymore, and figuring out how much you can actually manage without overdoing it.
Saturn rules structures, authority of all kinds, wisdom and experience, challenges, the elderly, antiques, health concerns, teeth and bones, ambitions, depression, past sadness or regrets, and restrictions. Saturn could be represented by a sword, cutting away what's outgrown, or by heavy baggage on the shoulders, representing the burdens we take on and learn to manage or leave behind.
While Saturn and Mars are both in retrograde together, from January 13th to March 10th of 2010, it's best to proceed very slowly and say no to any opportunity that may mean more work if the anticipated money or recognition is not an absolute certainty! Consider putting start-ups or construction, for example a business endeavor or a renovation, until spring. New initiatives now are likely to prove frustrating, time consuming, full of delays, and work without reward. Returning to old business and projects is more satisfying for this period of the year.
With all the retrograde action we're getting this winter, something a friend said recently rings in my mind. Responding to a comment I made about "being like old times" she said "Oh no, it's like new times!" The temptation to go back, to regress, even to rekindle might be extra potent early this year, but you can never really go back because circumstances and people are always changing. My astrological advice is to review the past, try to finish up unresolved business, but without trying to go back and recreate something. It's not likely to work! If you reconnect with a friend or lover, go with the intention of making the experience something new. There's a reason why it didn't work in the first place so why repeat that? If you return to a place, college or a job, you have to do it differently or you will be just as dissatisfied as you were the last time. Use Saturn's retrograde like the scythe the Roman god Saturn carries, and cut away what's overgrown and full of weeds, from bad habits to unhealthy relationships. The scythe can be used to harvest what grows and is beneficial, and that is ultimately the goal.
Retrogrades are the big astrological story as a new decade begins. At a time when we often want to make changes and try new things, the heavens are creating a more favorable atmosphere for old business and urging we push new initiatives off until nearly spring. All the 're" words apply this month. Regroup, rethink, restructure, reconnect, and re-do.
Mercury retrograde ends on January 15th. That day is particularly tricky so giving ourselves a buffer of at least a day or two is a good idea before putting things in writing, signing important documents, scheduling events, or making significant decisions and major purchases. The retrograde began on December 26th and was felt as much as a week before that. As January goes on we will rethink things we decided or committed to since then. Dates will be rescheduled and we may not be able to follow through on promises and plans we made. On a more global level, in business and politics, a time of restructuring is here. Get back to old, unfinished business not only now but through springtime as Mars continues this trend.
Mars is retrograde in Leo until March 10th, 2010. This retrograde which began on December 20th, 2009 is also unfavorable for starting new projects and business, and therefore the first quarter of 2010 starts very slowly. Some things to avoid during Mars retrograde include new building and construction or starting a business. Things initiated during a Mars retrograde tend to fizzle or burn out. Starting a sexual relationship now is risky if you want a long term relationship. With Mars retrograde in Leo, optimism may be harder to come by and enthusiasm more difficult to muster up. Pushing, forcing, and manipulating are not likely to produce the desired effects. This is a better time to attend to unfinished projects and get back to neglected business. Tie up loose ends once Mercury is direct, but if possible wait until sometime after March 10th for major changes and start-ups. Action will pick up even more in May when Mars goes beyond the Leo degrees he's backtracking now.
Saturn also goes retrograde this week, but the impact is a little bit different. I'll save that one for someday soon. This is enough to ingest for now! Choose tortoise over the hare for the moment.
The Moon is in Sagittarius, a sign that prefers not to be told what to do. Putting emphasis on independence is in the forecast, and today is for seekers of truth and adventure. One sign ahead, the Sun and Mercury retrograde meet in Capricorn. We'll tend to say things we wish we'd expressed long ago, and there's a tendency to be just out with it, less concerned with someone else's reaction and more about doing ourselves justice. Capricorn has the ability to emotionally detach and a practical stance is likely. "This is just how it is" fits today, however, Mercury is retrograde so make sure you're clearly understood and say only what you're certain you really mean! Tonight the Moon is in harmony with Mars retrograde in Leo and we'll want to DO what we wish we'd done in the past. Retroactive action is in the forecast all day and night. Some will look for retribution too so be aware! It's a good day or night for learning things, especially the "how to" part and how things work, but we might not want to take advice or get too much help. DIY. The past comes back to haunt or for resolution now. Mercury is retrograde until Friday. Wear yellow.
The Moon is in Sagittarius forming a square to Uranus in Pisces. These are two very changeable signs and today is unpredictable. Be ready for most anything and be careful what you believe. The Moon is involved with Neptune which is creative but deceiving. It's all about illusion which is nice for artists and magicians and might lend a romantic air to travels and plans. But in business and personal dealings things may be glazed over or twisted to fit what someone thinks you want or expect. Ask lots of questions and be cautious about what you agree to. Tonight the Moon and Jupiter align provoking interesting conversations and sparking some motivation to learn and seek new opportunities. On the other hand things may be exaggerated and overblown. If something seems too good or overly exaggerated today it probably is. After Friday our judgments should be clearer and new information will surface so be patient if possible. The Moon is void of course from 9:43 pm to 11:54 then movving to the sign of the Goat. Wear gray today.
The Moon is in Capricorn, and Saturn stations retrograde putting 3 planets retrograde at once! Saturn, Capricorn's ruler, is about discipline, rules, structure, and challenges. Saturn retrograde in Libra and later Virgo lasts until May 28th. We don't focus on Saturn's retrograde as much as Mercury for example, however, Saturn retrograde can make us feel insecure and unsure about what's realistic and manageable. Libra and Virgo and those with these rising signs will be affected directly, and if you're in Saturn return time-closing in on age 30, you may feel like you're regressing or act out repression or depression. Technically this is a better time to attend to only old business and have very good boundaries and think three times before taking on new responsibilities. A very slow approach with everything is best right now. Today and tonight are a total mix! The zodiac is very busy and it's likely you'll feel there's alot to take care of, particularly things left unfinished, overdue or owed (money, time or anything). We might not like today's obligations much, but we're likely to buckle down and fulfill them with the Moon in a sign of responsibility and structure. The Moon and Mercury retrograde bring up the past in many possible ways-people, situations, places, mail, and news. Tonight, spontaneous ideas and plans may work out, especially for Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. Wear black today.
Today is about reconsideration and rethinking things on the last day of the lunar cycle with Mercury, Mars and Saturn retrograde! The Moon is in Capricorn and keeping things structured and routine is the best plan. Reorganizing and making backups, from files to plans, is favored. Save any new business until at least Sunday or Monday. If you're considering a big change, get plans in order now. Pencil in dates and agree to get back to people next week. This goes for both personal and business endeavors. Capricorn, Mercury has been retrograde in your sign and finally with a New Moon tomorrow you can wipe the slate clean if necessary! Libra and Leo, you also host retrograde planets and may feel the pull to attend to unfinished business, but move cautiously. This is a good day to regroup or recuperate. Process information at your own pace and don't be rushed. Tonight the Moon and Uranus create that unpredictable atmosphere that seems to come and go with frequency these days. Stay aware and on top of your game. Wear blue.
The New Moon in Capricorn arrives with a solar eclipse at 2:11 am EST. This is followed by the Moon's meeting with Venus at 4:02 am and then the Moon is void of course until 12:17 pm. It's an eventful day astrologically but in our personal lives it's best to keep things simple, routine, and non committal. Mercury stations direct at 11:52 am, ending the retrograde but moving just as slowly as you can is a good plan for the day! Use careful judgment and keep some flexibility. This would make a better vacation than business day. The Moon and Venus help with practical relationship matters and the organizing of chores, errands, or even simple, fun date plans. It's not a day to take too much on. The New Moon will fuel the days ahead anyway, so take your time. The solar eclipse is a push and it may seem to come too fast if change or news come your way. Solar eclipse relate to men in our lives who may leave or return now, along with Capricorns and Cancers who are also most involved in changes. Keep the day light, attend to what has to be done and save the rest for later. Information could be very confusing today and our communication skills may be tested! Wear white.
The Moon is in Aquarius and Mercury is direct! It should feel like a new day and is a better time for a new chapter than 1-1-10 was. If you feel like it, make a resolution for yourself today! Mars and Saturn are retrograde and I won't talk about this often because they will stay that way for months and don't involve the communication and transportation problems as much as Mercury (we hope!). During this time though, I'd put off building and restoration plans until March if possible. Mars does slow and frustrate us with a retrograde in Leo. Feeling less optimistic than usual might be the most common symptom, especially for fire signs. Getting back to the Aquarius Moon, this is a time for vision and beginnings, joining groups and getting behind causes you believe in. Today has a rebellious streak as the Moon opposes Mars and for Aries, Leo and Aquarius in particular it could mean arguments, debates or problems between couples and partners. We are still re-doing and going over old business in many circumstances, yet this is a good day to start cleaning things or clearing things up. Wear light blue.
Today has potential! The Moon is in Virgo and the Sun and Mercury retrograde meet in Capricorn. It's an earth signs' kind of day with plenty to be accomplished and taken care of. It's a great day to finally pull it all together and get organized and back on track after the holidays. Mercury is retrograde, true, but attending to unfinished business and putting temporary plans in place is favored. What is not so much in favor is long term commitment. If you accept or start a new job for example, it may turn out different than you thought. We need to be flexible and that's not really a bad thing. Let go of expectations and try things out. If you're scheduling things, plan snow or rain dates along with the original. The Sun and Mercury help us act on things we put aside. Marketing plans, restructuring and looking at alternatives to the original idea are all things we can do effectively with Mercury retrograde. If you have a meeting with the boss or a potential employer, present yourself as ambitious, positive, and up for a challenge. This is not a slacker's day. Tonight the Moon works with Venus, Mercury and the Sun making it a good night for socializing, conversations, decisions that can be altered if necessary, and reconnecting with family or friends. Wear navy blue today.
There are plenty of adjustments to be made and considered right now. Mercury is retrograde and we just had a lunar eclipse on New Years Eve. The Moon is in Virgo all day and the most productive time is before 12:24 pm EST. Words exchanged and plans made now are more reliable than later in the day or evening. Mercury and Venus meet in the early morning helping relationship matters. This also gives us an eye for beauty and detailed work, and so artists, photographers and designers should put some good work in today. Zero in on the finer points of things. After that we have a void of course Moon for taking care of simple, routine things, exercising or relaxing. With the Moon waning in Virgo, it's a god day to start a diet, exercise routine, or other healthy habit. It's also a favorable time to quit bad habits like smoking. Virgo is health conscious. We'll tend to want to help each other out, give time to causes we believe in, and generally get life going in the right direction today. The Moon is opposite Uranus in the afternoon bringing news, surprises, and making some of us feel a little topsy turvy. Virgo and Virgo rising people may feel that way about relationships and partnerships while Aquarius or Leo may feel out of balance financially or with other business matters. Take things easy and remember Mercury is retrograde so alot of "this" will shift again in mid January or later. The Moon moves to Libra at 11:58 pm EST. Wear brown today.
The Moon is in peace loving Libra, but the rest of the zodiac is not on board! The Moon squares Pluto and mercury retrograde bringing up old business and not in the most pleasant or easy way. Looking for some agreement is in the forecast but will require lots of patience and work. Keep solutions temporary for now! There's hardly any point in aiming for long term solutions. Restructuring is likely sooner than later. New information and situations will change things and it's best to not set anything in stone until after January 15th! Try not to to be disagreeable or add to stressful situations today. Agree to things on a trial basis or stay undecided under a Libra Moon. The Moon also meets Saturn, feeling serious, strained or pressured. Libra you may need to pick up other people's slack. Aries, you might feel like putting your foot down in relationship matters. We may all realize we have some serious things to take care of or to take responsibility for. Tonight this weighs on many minds. Talk things over without feeling a need for definite resolution. Bounce ideas around and write down the good ones for future reference. Relationship problems are heating up tonight. Wear blue.
The Moon is in Libra, sign of harmony and balance. Today is mixed with the Moon squaring Venus and the Sun and working with Mars and Neptune. Making decisions and commitments is not recommended virtually at all since Neptune has a deceptive, unrealistic influence and the Sun and Moon are not in sync. Any kind of progress will take a lot of work today. Mars lends creative, dynamic energy from Leo which can be used to motivate and fire us up. However, we may be best off with one good friend or partner we can trust or collaborate with since relationships in general will complicated or hard to negotiate. The Moon in Libra wants everything to be ok between us, but Venus in Capricorn challenges that. There's a struggle between the romantic, idealized vision and reality in love and relationship now. Add to that Mercury and Mars retrograde and it's best to keep things simple and sort of still. Patience is required again today and tonight. Work on creative projects and vision. Stick with a best friend. Wear red.
The Moon moves from Libra to Scorpio at 5 am EST. The Moon works with Pluto and Mercury retrograde in Capricorn. Taking a low key but serious attitude toward relationships, especially problems that need solving, is in the forecast. Very deep feelings are involved here, but using a practical approach is best. Venus, planet of love, is also in Capricorn, and detaching a little bit and not being extremely emotional will help. Take the clearest most logical perspective possible in whatever you have to deal with. The Scorpio Moon is also creative and looking for organization. It's a good day to alphabetize your books or music or to work on a creative project. It's natural to want some solitude and privacy when the Moon is in Scorpio. It's not a day to push or overreact. Jealousy is often an issue under the Scorpio Moon. Expressing that could trigger something you really don't want to get into though. Leave things well enough alone. Wear black today.
The Scorpio Moon squares Mars for hot tempers and quick reactions. That's something to watch out for! However the Moon is in harmony with Venus and the Sun in Capricorn easing some tensions especially for those signs and for Libra and Cancer in relationship matters and at home. Tonight can be a fun night out and is not a bad date night at all as long as there's not baggage or jealousy involved. We tend to be passionate but possessive or to experience that from others affected by the Scorpio Moon. As far as work and business, our focus should be strong for project and sustained work time. Wear maroon.
The Moon is void of course from 10:02 am to 1:10 pm. Avoid shopping then. It's a good day for a long brunch or sleeping late. The less scheduled today is the better as the Moon moves to Sagittarius a sign that loves unstructured time, field trips, and action. The Moon squares Jupiter in the morning and it's likely plans should be scaled down. Avoid exaggerations that could be misunderstood or taken too seriously. Saturn and the Moon instigate philosophical conversations late in the day or night. Wear green today.