This Month in the Stars

Happy Birthday, Aries and Taurus This month in the Stars is no different than any other--a mixed bag, some great some not so great. Sun is now in Aries and will move to Taurus on the 21st. But of course, that's not the whole story, read on to see all the other influences the Stars have in store for us this month. Sun Sun, ruler of Leo will be in Aries until the 21st. From the 5th through the 15th, Sun will be at a very opportune angle with Neptune, in Aquarius. This aspect (angle) portends a good understanding of social responsibility and obligation. Sensitivity and positive thinking should also be facilitated. Not a bad way to start the Zodiac's New Year. Mercury, ruler of communications, short-range travel, and the signs, Gemini and Virgo is still in Pisces moving to Aries around mid-month. Mercury came out of retrograde (appeared to be going backwards) on the 25th--whew! I'd like to promise smooth sailing for this month, but it's literally not in the Stars. Mercury will be at a stressful angle with Mars, in Gemini for most of the month. We'll need to make a special effort to be patient. Let's take care not to jump to conclusions and fly off the handle--easy does it! Venus, ruler of Taurus and Libra moves from Aquarius to Pisces on the 6th. From about the 11th through the 25th, Venus will combine energies with Uranus, also in Pisces. Be careful of sudden attractions and possible temptations to get involved in financial schemes. Best to put off major decisions regarding finances or the love of your life. From the 26th through month's end, Venus will be at a stressful angle with Pluto, in Sagittarius. Pluto is also now in retrograde (appears to be going backwards) until early September portending upsets and power struggles. So for these 5 days or so, let's be especially on our guard--upsets and upheavals may be lurking. Mars, planet of aggression, self-projection and energy, ruler ofAries,.is in Gemini until the 15th, when it moves to Cancer. Mars will also be at a stressful angle with Pluto for most of the month. Be on the lookout for defiant and aggressive attitudes. Looks like we'll all have to concentrate on patience and compromise this month! Jupiter, planet of higher learning, growth and understanding, ruler of Sagittarius will be in Scorpio until about 1 December. Jupiter in Scorpio may portend economic growth and serious tendencies to dig for economic opportunities. Now that you've read the good news, there's a bit of a shadow on our hopes and dreams this month. Jupiter will still be at a stressful angle with Neptune, in Aquarius all month. This aspect may portend exaggeration, confusion, impractical behavior and deception. Watch out, especially in money matters! Saturn, the planet of restrictions and responsibilities, rules Capricorn will be in Leo for the next 2+ years. Leo is the sign of ultimate self-esteem and Saturn tears down this quality--not such a pretty picture. Saturn in Leo gives a strong need for achievement and recognition, yet creative expression is restricted. But take a deep breath, Leo. Saturn will come out of retrograde on the 5th. Even if you have felt restricted in you creative endeavors, you'll feel some respite after Saturn has straightened! Uranus, the innovative, wildcard of the planets (Uranus rules Aquarius and is associated with High Tech.) will be in Pisces until March 2011. Remember, Pisces represents the subconscious, seeing what's going on under the surface. These next few years could bring aside, Uranus was in Pisces at the time of the birth of the modern state of Iraq. It will be interesting to see the results of this influence over the next few years. Neptune, the planet of faith, religion, spirituality, dreams and wishes will be in Aquarius until April 2011. Neptune, more than any of the planets, represents the spirit of the times. Neptune also represents the broader economic currents. Therefore, in keeping with the Aquarian Spirit, expect to see economic reform or revolution, a new spirit, a new vibration as well as scientific and artistic evolutions--sounds a bit nostalgic, doesn't it? Pluto, the planet of power, is in Sagittarius until 2008. Pluto In Sagittarius is absolute no nonsense about the right and moral thing to do--even if it hurts like hell and is totally unpleasant--absolute and ultimate Karma. Pluto will be at a favorable aspect with Saturn, in Leo, probably around mid 2006. See MoonTrek for Moon's latest influences.

~Paula