Venus goes retrograde May 15

Venus goes retrograde May 15 and appears to go backwards until June 27. Of course, a planet cannot actually go backwards, but appears to do so compared with the background of the zodiac. Compare it to being in a train. When a faster train overtakes the slower train, the feeling is eerie, with the slower train feeling like it is going backwards, but of course, it is not.

Venus is retrograde this time in the sign of Gemini, which is a changeable sign. You could experience your woman changing her mind frequently. If you are a Gemini, you may be more interested in flirting than being serious. Sagittarius may experience your woman being nervous. Virgo and Pisces could be irritated because your woman is not paying attention to detail or is being late. Taurus and Cancer should be neutral during this time unless you are married with or in a relationship with a Gemini. Libra and Aquarius enjoy the light-heartedness of the social scene, and Aries and Leo have opportunities for social adventures, but they are temporary. Scorpio and Capricorn could be unsettled because of financial instability.

Venus rules love & marriage, partnerships, money, harmony & diplomacy and the finer things in life. When she goes retrograde, your money could slow down. It is good to look ahead and be sure you have enough money to pay your basic expenses during the time Venus is retrograde. There should be bargains in luxury goods. If you have plenty of money coming in, there could be unexpected expenses forcing you to be at your basic financial level. Getting married now is not a good idea. If you are in a relationship that is not compatible, the differences will arise, asking you to re-evaluate the relationship and make adjustments or end it.

If you are a Taurus, expect money control issues, if you are a Libra, expect challenging relationships. Relationship troubles are especially focused on the woman in the partnership. If you begin a new love relationship, something could be wrong with the woman’s reason for being with you, which will surface the next time Venus goes retrograde.

Of course, there is more to it than the above generalities. For your personal interpretation, please click here to contact Patty.

Venus Conjunct Pleiades

This week the second planet from the sun will pass directly in front of the Pleiades star cluster. It's a rare sunset conjunction that's easy to find with the unaided eye, but best seen through binoculars or a small telescope.

Venus approaching the Pleiades on March 31st, photographed by astronomy professor Jimmy Westlake of Stagecoach, Colorado. The astrological interpretation of this beauty is found in the April predictions.

The action begins on Monday evening, April 2nd, when Venus enters the outskirts of the little dipper-shaped asterism. Look west at sunset for Venus--it's the brightest thing around--then scan the area using binoculars. The conjunction will be immediately clear. The best evening to look is Tuesday, April 3rd, when the brilliant planet glides just south of the dipper's bowl. Venus exits by the handle on Wednesday, April 4th. Venus passes through the Pleiades in this way about once every 8 years. To say this is a mixture of dissimilar things would be an understatement.

Click to view a sky map of the conjunction. The Pleiades are elusive. You rarely find them on purpose. They're best seen out of the corner of your eye, a pretty little surprise that pops out of the night sky when you're staring elsewhere.

Venus is just the opposite. Dazzling, bright enough to cast faint shadows, it beams down from the heavens and grabs you when you're not even looking.

The Pleiades, also known as the "Seven Sisters," are a cluster of young stars. They formed barely 100 million years ago during the age of dinosaurs on Earth from a collapsing cloud of interstellar gas. The biggest and brightest members are blue-white and about five times wider than our own sun.

Because of their distance, about 400 light years away, the Pleiades are near the limit of naked-eye visibility. When Venus joins them in conjunction, it will look like a supernova has gone off inside the cluster. Venus's thick clouds reflect so much sunlight, the planet outshines every thing in the night sky except the Moon. Strangely, though, the Pleiades do not look puny in comparison, just delicately beautiful. Look west just after sunset, and see for yourself.

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Dr. Tony Phillips| Production editor: Dr. Tony Phillips

April Predictions

This month there are three important happenings: Venus and the Pleiades are conjunct between March 31 and April 3. Mercury goes direct on the 4^th at 05:12 Eastern Time. Yay!!! Mars goes direct on the 13^th, double Yay!!!

Venus and the Pleiades are conjunct in the sign of Taurus on March 30, April 1 and April 2. The Pleiades is a nebulae of seven stars in the constellation of Taurus at about 27 degrees. In mythology, they are the seven sisters. Venus is traveling through the last degrees of Taurus until April 3, joining the Pleiades. Both Taurus, the Pleiades and Venus are associated with sex, money and possessions. If your birthday is the last few days of Taurus, you will be strongly radiated with this energy. Be careful of wanting more and more, and trying to control the checkbook against the wishes of others. If your birthday is the last few days of Scorpio, expect control issues over money and sex. Those of you whose birthdays are the last few days of Leo and Aquarius can expect situations concerning control of money, sex, children and friends. Be careful.

The compatible earth signs of Virgo and Capricorn are somewhat shy or understated in sexual advances, and you could enjoy your loved one coming on stronger than usual. Beneficial financial situations are here for you, too, but please act on your intuition. The compatible water signs of Cancer and Pisces have an easier time of it, with Venus and the Pleiades bringing opportunities to change your financial situation for the better by being more frugal. There could also be opportunities for an intimate encounter with a loved one. Aries is neutral, but Libra and Sagittarius adjust to what they think is too much financial or sexual pressure. Gemini is supposed to be neutral, but Venus goes into Gemini on April 3 at 10:17 Eastern Time, which is nice for Gemini. The pressure from the Pleiades is somewhat less, but Gemini could be confused about being close with someone and wanting to gad about. This only lasts for a few days.

April 1: The Moon goes into Leo at 03:34, creating some drama. By work time things are weird for about half an hour and you hear from friends. Astrology tip of the day: in the drama, be flexible.

April 2: The Sun and Moon are getting along and things are good for Aries, Leo and Sagittarius. Astrology tip of the day: be as creative and social as you can to enjoy the day.

April 3: The Moon goes into Virgo at 08:51 changing the atmosphere to common sense and attention to detail. Venus goes into Gemini at 10:17 through early August. Venus goes retrograde May 15. When Venus is in Gemini, your loved one wants a social life and may be flirty. Gemini has a great time meeting new people: Sagittarius may find their loved one being the butterfly. Libra and Aquarius enjoy this time of more social life and friends. Aries and Leo have opportunities to invite sparkly Gemini to your adventures and social functions. Scorpio and Capricorn adjust to what they think is frivilous activity, but you could relax and enjoy it. Taurus and Cancer are neutral. Virgo and Pisces could be irritated with all the communication and social interruptions, although Pisces usually enjoys this unless it interrupts their sleep. Astrology tip of the day: enjoy any social interruptions as an opportunity to lighten up and have fun.

April 4: Mercury goes direct in the sign of Pisces. Now communications will be right and your internet, computer and printer will work. It is wise to wait until after today to let the energy settle down before signing papers, though. The Sun and Moon are at odds with each other, portending a day full of interruptions that ask you to accommodate minor changes. The detail person is asking for minute details which can irritate everybody. Astrology tip of the day: be patient and pay attention to the detail.

April 5: the Moon goes into Libra at 10:31 changing the energy to that of getting along graciously. Venus is challenging Neptune, not always a successful endeavor. Ideas are impractical, the weather is not good and any romantic encounter or wishes are entirely unrealistic. Be very careful of repeating gossip because it most likely is not true. Astrology tip of the day: indulge any dreaminess with a night out to escape the doldrums.

April 6: Full Moon in the signs of Libra and Aries. There are leadership challenges, especially between Libra and Aries, but also with Cancer and Capricorn. Gemini can help by communicating all sides of the situation; Aquarius can help by inviting them to go out with friends. Leo can be a colorful anchor to Aries; Sagittarius can bring peace (the astrology books don’t usually say Sagittarius is a peacemaker). If Cancer and Capricorn get drawn in, Scorpio can quietly bring stability to them. The areas of the body associated with this full Moon are the adrenal glands, the bladder, the head and upper jaw. Astrology tip of the day: let the leaders figure it out.

April 7: The Moon goes into Scorpio at 10:17 and things quiet down and become focused. There are challenges because younger people or women, who want to be social and frivilous when the project demands discipline and attention to detail. A suggestion would be to have the party after hours. Gemini and Virgo have the hardest time with each other, followed by Sagittarius and Pisces. Libra can try diplomacy, Aquarius and Sagittarius leave the scene, with Capricorn and Taurus bringing common sense to it. Astrology tip of the day: discernment is required.

April 8: the Sun and Moon are at odds again, this time between Scorpio and Aries. Scorpio wants Aries to think ahead, which Aries usually does not do; Aries is impulsive. Expect the day to be full of interruptions, asking you to accommodate requests for financial plans. Astrology tip of the day: research what is asked before bringing your answer.

April 9: The Moon goes into Sagittarius at 10:12, lightening up emotions, with talk about travel and foreign affairs. The planets indicate an opportunity for a breakthrough in communications or the internet that benefits many and costs relatively little. Gemini can bring an opportunity to Aries to communicate Aries idea. Libra provides leadership to Aquarius for the group. Leo can administer the project, with Sagittarius offering to promote it. Today is a good day for everyone. Astrology tip of the day: be alert for and accept opportunity.

April 10: The Sun and Moon are getting along, with Sagittarius and Aries benefitting the most, followed by Leo. Gemini, Libra and Aquarius have opportunities for either travel or new projects. Cancer and Capricorn adjust to a new, mild challenge, Pisces is tired from all the activity. Taurus and Virgo enjoy a good day with your practical projects. Scorpio offers long-range financial advice. Astrology tip of the day: be as creative as possible.

April 11: The Moon goes into Capricorn at 12:02 and the energy changes to paying attention to career and work. It will be a good day for the earth signs of Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn, and the water signs of Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. The energy is practical, which is not much to the liking of the air signs of Gemini, Libra and Aquarius; and the fire signs of Aries, Leo and Sagittarius. However, it is a nice day, so everyone is happy. Astrology tip of the day: pay attention to the down-to-earth plans and work.

April 12: Communication to is vague and impractical with ideas misunderstood by the leaders or directors. Reports are incomplete, some don’t show up, and new ideas are considered weird. There could be interruptions to power and the internet, especially in the early afternoon. Astrology tip of the day: be flexible and friendly.

April 13: Mars goes direct and time speeds up to normal. Your projects move out of being in slow-mode, your relationships with men are better, and if anything mechanical had malfunctioned, they all of a sudden work again. Quarter Moon in the signs of Capricorn and Aries, revealing challenges in leadership. One leader is commanding careful planning, the other is impulsively directing speed and they clash. Cancer and Libra could be drawn in and have a challenging day. Taurus and Virgo can advise common sense, Leo and Sagittarius can present creative solutions. Gemini, Aquarius and Pisces get out of the way, with Scorpio retreating. Astrology tip of the day: enjoy the activity but don’t get drawn in.

April 14: Ideas are premature, but with youthful enthusiasm presented to the one in power anyway and are rebuffed. Your loved one may want to be social, but has to face the reality of a reduced budget. The communication breakthrough of April 9 may have to now present the business plan or work within an unexpected smaller budget. The budgeteer is stronger. Gemini could be disappointed because nobody comes out to play. Astrology tip of the day: be focused and frugal.

April 15: Opposition between leaders, especially Aries and Libra, creating a stressful, challenging situation that calls in Cancer and Capricorn. The leader with the new idea wants to work alone against the established one and the established one is stronger. Peace negations are not going well because of anger and each wanting their own way. Internationally it is a stressful day. Later in the day there is an opportunity for a solution that is good for everybody. This is an opportunity; it needs to be accepted in order for a solution. Astrology tip of the day: stay as silent as possible.

April 16: The Moon goes into Pisces at 00:38 and is conjunct Neptune. We cannot see it because Neptune is too far away, but the energy changes to that of being creative and wanting escape. However, Mercury goes into Aries at 17:41 through May 9. Communication now changes to fast, courageous ideas and talk. The energy of Aries likes to provoke, so you can expect spirited conversations. This is the time for Aries to present ideas. Libra may experience verbal challenges, with Cancer and Capricorn enjoying spirited conversations. Leo is urged to action, with Sagittarius seeing daring travel plans. Aries and Gemini are supposed to get along, but each likes provocation, so there could be arguments if you are not careful. Aquarius has the opportunity to successfully put new ideas to the group. Pisces and Taurus are neutral. Virgo and Scorpio adjust to impulsiveness. Astrology tip of the day: be open to daring or bold ideas.

April 17: A calm day with opportunity for creative ideas to be put to practical use. Astrology tip of the day: use your intuition.

April 18: The Moon goes into Aries, joining Mercury and Uranus and may be far enough away from the Sun to be seen. You can at least see the Moon. Expect a very active day full of impulsive change, perhaps brought by your Aries friends. Libra can expect a day of confrontation, with Cancer and Capricorn also having challenging circumstance. Leo and Sagittarius have a great day, but Leo will need to let go of the old to enjoy it. Gemini and Aquarius have the opportunity for change for the better. Pisces and Taurus are neutral, Virgo and Scorpio need to adjust, which is not in their natures. Astrology tip of the day: have a great ride with the change.

April 19: the Sun goes into Taurus at 11:11. The energy slows down somewhat. Taurus consolidates and manages what Aries begins and is concerned with money, sex and food in varying order. This is the time for planting, with it best to wait until the new Moon in Taurus to plant seeds and outdoor plants to make sure there will be no more frost. We thought we could plant last month, but the beginning of April it was cold with frosts. Since the focus is on money now, Scorpio could experience opposition in that quarter. Leo and Aquarius will be challenged to stay within the budget (ugh!). Virgo and Capricorn are happy that finances and work are going smoothly. Cancer and Pisces have the opportunity to consolidate finances and take the opportunity for good, but small investments. Next door neighbors Aries and Gemini are neutral. Libra and Sagittarius adjust to budget constraints. Since Taurus is concerned with food, there could be good bargains at the food store. Astrology tip of the day: balance the checkbook or your projects.

April 20: Bold, daring ideas throw the project manager off balance. The manager wants detail, not innovation. Aries could provoke Virgo, resulting in biting criticism. Expect a day of interruptions before the Moon goes into Taurus at 23:05. Astrology tip of the day: turn criticism into humor.

April 21: New Moon in Taurus, exact at 02:18. Now it is safe to plant your seeds and outdoor plants. This is the day for Taurus to begin - yes begin - new projects, which will succeed. Scorpio has opposition; Virgo and Capricorn have a great, practical day. Cancer and Pisces have the opportunity to join a project. Aries and Gemini are neutral, with Scorpio and Sagittarius adjusting to activities they think are boring. Leo and Aquarius experience control issues. Astrology tip of the day: plant seeds, whether in the garden, for new relationships or projects.

April 22: There is an opportunity to combine the economical and the creative, meaning a creative activity can be brought in under budget. It is a great day to have an inexpensive holiday or romantic outing. The one in charge is quietly in control, especially of the money, so please cooperate. There are daring, innovative ideas put forth for a new group, association or community. Communication today is impulsive, fast and new. There could be strong, gusty east winds. Taurus is in control and Aries is communicative, and if they meet, it is okay. Astrology tip of the day: allow control of the checkbook, and welcome the innovative ideas.

April 23: Moon goes into Gemini at 19:59 with emotions light and variable. The Sun and Mars are in agreement, with the day quiet, practical and nice. The one in charge works well with the detail manager, getting things done harmoniously. Especially favored are the earth signs of Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn. Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces have the opportunity to join in practical projects. Astrology tip of the day: pay attention to the practical and detail.

April 24: The Moon in Gemini joins Venus in Gemini, bringing pleasant conversation to the day. Gemini is their scintillating self, flirting with everyone, although Sagittarius may want to argue. Virgo and Pisces could be irritated, but Libra and Aquarius have a good social day. Scorpio and Capricorn adjust to people flitting about instead of being serious. Aries and Leo have the opportunity to join fun social time. Pisces and Cancer are neutral. Astrology tip of the day: be more social than normal.

April 25: Stressful, challenging communication, with a new idea or a war-like person challenging the one in power and control. There could be arguments or explosions, pulling Cancer and Capricorn into the situation. It would be wise to step aside. This is a leadership challenge which should be noticeable. Sagittarius could try peacemaking, with Taurus attempting quiet common-sense solution. This is very tense day. Astrology tip of the day: if you are a leader, express compromise.

April 26: The Moon goes into Cancer at 00:41. Yesterday’s challenge is calm today and your day should go well except for about half an hour around 19:30 when there is another leadership challenge. The challenge is again with the leadership signs of Cancer and Capricorn, and Aries and Libra. This is much milder than yesterday. The Sun and Moon are getting along, revealing the opportunity to resolve issues and for good finances and family relations. Astrology tip of the day: be caring of others.

April 27: If any issues are still around from the 25^th, today has an opportunity for resolution. Astrology tip of the day: take the opportunity to resolve issues, either by accepting or creating peace.

April 28: The Moon goes into Leo at 11:08. It is a calm day, except that Leo brings drama to the fore, today in a good, creative way. Astrology tip of the day: be a little more dramatic.

April 29: Quarter Moon in the signs of Leo and Taurus, revealing stubborn control issues over money. Scorpio and Aquarius could also experience money control issues. However, the Sun is in a beautiful relationship with Pluto, meaning the situation is good for practical solutions to stubborn problems. Taurus and Capricorn are the ones laying the structure for lasting practical resolution of a long-term problem that could be financial. The Moon in Leo is creatively and dramatically a good communicator of the resolution. Astrology tip of the day: be ready for varied communication, most of which is offering answers to problems.

April 30: The Moon goes into Virgo at 18:02, changing from drama to quiet attention to detail. The business from yesterday is quiet today, with those ideas being put into a plan. Toward the end of the day, there could be rain, or someone does not show up. Astrology tip of the day: put your plan into sequential order.

Predictions for March 2012.

Mars is still retrograde and little mechanical glitches are still happening. The other day the printer acted up; this time the roller that pulls paper into it stopped working. All it took was a wiggle to fix.

Mercury goes retrograde on March 12 in the sign of Aries and goes direct April 4 in the sign of Pisces. As you know, when Mercury goes retrograde things electrical malfunction. In the sign of Aries, the malfunctions would be the electrical components of mechanical things. When Mercury backs into the sign of Pisces on March 23, the electrical components of the computer, TV, or anything that has to do with pictures can malfunction. It is not a good time for any medical tests, either, especially any test regarding gases.

March 1: Very early a possibly of an argument; let it go. All day communication is unsettled. The one with the creative idea is not specific enough for the one in charge. Wait a day or two to present it again.

March 2: Moon goes into Cancer at 10:07 and the conversation shifts to home and family, sparking a swift response. Mercury goes into Aries until May 9. Thinking and conversation can be impulsive although creative. The energy of Aries is provocative, so expect your Aries friend to try to stir things up. Aries will be direct in their verbal approach and presentation of ideas and projects. Libra can expect people to seem to be too abrupt. Cancer and Capricorn experience challenges to your ideas. Leo and Sagittarius enjoy conversations about adventures. Gemini and Aquarius also enjoy fast-moving conversations. Pisces and Taurus are neutral. Virgo and Scorpio adjust to impulsive interruptions. The day is full of the unexpected, so be as flexible as possible.

March 3: The Sun and Moon are getting along well today, so expect general harmony. The water signs of Cancer and Pisces are favored. After lunch there is an opportunity to apply details to your project. However, the Sun and Mars are at odds with each other. There can be opposition between Pisces and Virgo, or between creativity and detail. The creative one in authority is trying to push the intransigent person in charge of the practical details, probably to no avail. Cancer and Scorpio can help lead and stabilize the one in authority, with Taurus and Capricorn helping the one in charge to understand.

March 4: There is tension today in relationships, which could go two ways. Your loved one could want to be independent and go off on their own, or your loved one is pushing you to pay attention to them and neglect your work or duties. This is especially between Aries and Libra, but can include Cancer and Capricorn. This brings the potential for emotional disagreements. The trick is to avoid emotional (re-actions) discussions. The Moon goes into Leo at 18:17 changing the atmosphere to drama or fun.

March 5: Venus goes into Taurus until April 3. This is Venus’ sign, and it operates in the money and sex mode in Taurus. Your loved one may be clingy and a little possessive. Money could be in the forefront of a relationship. This is the time for Taurus to straighten out the checkbook and the house. Scorpio may experience intensity, which is okay as long as control does not enter the relationship, although there could be financial control issues. Leo and Aquarius may experience control issues over money. Virgo and Capricorn enjoy your relationships and have good financial situations. Cancer and Pisces have the opportunity for both good, although quiet relationships, and the opportunity for small financial gains or success. Libra adjusts to financial constraints and Sagittarius adjusts to a relationship becoming too close. Aries and Gemini are neutral. Mercury is teamed up with Uranus today, so expect impulsive, daring ideas that may not be practical. Aries should be careful of presenting something too far-fetched or changing. The Sun and Moon are at odds with each other, so expect minor interruptions all day.

March 6: A day with opportunities to express creativity, plan a vacation or make a small investment. Taurus and Pisces are favored, followed by Virgo, Capricorn and Cancer. Scorpio can benefit if you don’t control too much. The Moon goes into Virgo at 22:25 and the energy is now focused on common sense and analytical detail.

March 7: Just after midnight all is harmonious, but through the morning expect many interruptions. At lunch time common sense and detail go well, especially for Virgo, Taurus and Capricorn. By the end of the day the project is put into action. Pisces may be irritated because of the request for detail, but the water signs of Cancer and Scorpio have the opportunity to offer vision and stability. Gemini and Sagittarius are probably irritated all day because of the demands for what to you is onerous detail.

March 8: Full Moon in the signs of Virgo and Pisces who are the ones most affected and could be very irritated today, followed by Gemini and Sagittarius. The areas of the body involved with this full Moon are the upper intestines, the eyes, feet and lymph. Taurus and Capricorn can calm Virgo, with Cancer and Scorpio helping Pisces. The Moon goes into Libra at 23:49, which you will feel tomorrow.

March 9: The Moon is at odds with everybody today. Libra does not receive much cooperation today. Pisces feels pushed, Aries prefers to be on their own and not cooperate, Taurus wants to control the money that Libra wants to spend, and Capricorn is challenged to leave their work. Libra could be helped by diplomatic Gemini or friendly Aquarius.

March 10: The Sun and Moon are at odds again today, with Libra and Pisces off balance, although it is a day when everybody experiences interruptions. The demand is for cooperation or attention to another. Cancer, Aries and Capricorn are the most affected. Gemini and Aquarius can again bring diplomacy and detachment to the situation. Later in the day people cooperate.

March 11: The Moon goes into Scorpio at 00:24 and the energy is now focused and intense. Adjustments need to be made in the morning, especially between Scorpio and Aries. There are financial negotiations through the afternoon, especially between Scorpio and Taurus, with maybe Leo and Aquarius becoming involved. This is followed by the opportunity for resolution and success, especially with Scorpio, Capricorn and Virgo.

March 12: The Sun and Moon are harmonious, so enjoy the day. Scorpio and Pisces are favored, followed by Cancer, Taurus and Capricorn. Jupiter and Pluto are in harmony exactly today and should bring financial stability from a retracted currency. There could be overtures for peace offered by older, stable countries. These countries could be of the signs Taurus and Capricorn. Countries have birthdays based upon their constitution, so they have signs. The United States’ birthday is July fourth, making her a Cancer country.

March 12: Mercury goes retrograde in the sign of Aries. You know the precautions: not a wise time to sign papers or make agreements. The electrical components of mechanical things go awry. Aries may find yourself more jumpy than usual, and you need to be careful of making promises or agreements that you will not be able to finish.

March 13: The Moon goes into Sagittarius at 01:54 and the energy is now focused on foreign affairs and travel, lightening up from the intensity of Scorpio. Venus and Pluto are in harmony, revealing this is the right time for the financial situation evidenced on March 12 (yesterday) to go forward for a positive resolution. Taurus and Capricorn are favored, followed by Virgo.

March 14: Busy day! There could be a shrinking of the money supply, but it is stable. Working out the details is good today. The quiet person in charge of the analyzation or specifics is working harmoniously in foreign negotiations which could be about money. That same person is successful in long-range planning and perhaps peacemaking. The planets cooperatively involved are Venus, Jupiter, Mars and Pluto. There could be some kind of peace regarding the international nuclear situation. This could mean the Virgo nation takes charge to broker details; the Taurus nation could pull back or stabilize money. Personally if you are a Taurus, Virgo or Capricorn today should be successful, not only for yourself, but you can help all situations. Late in the day there is a quarter Moon in the signs of Sagittarius and Pisces, indicating emotions are out of synch with the practical matters at hand. Sagittarius can be too over-reaching, Pisces could be too unrealistic. This is minor compared with the earthly, common-sense benefits of the other planets.

March 15: The Moon goes into Capricorn at 05:23 shifting the energy to the sensible or practical. The day begins in harmony with a few changes in yesterday’s plans. It ends with a good plan or project that is integrated and agreed upon.

March 16: Thank goodness, a quiet, good day. Capricorn and Taurus are favored followed by Virgo. Emotions are calm and affairs are practical.

March 17: Early there is an opportunity to put the practical and the creative together successfully. Capricorn and Pisces get along. The Moon goes into Aquarius at 11:11, when the energy shifts from only work to include groups. Personally being with friends is good. The day and evening is fun and good for parties, gatherings and doing something a little impulsive. Aquarius and Aries are favored, followed by Gemini, Libra and Sagittarius.

March 18: The person in authority with the creative or ideal project causes the basic plan to be adjusted. Pisces may be pushing Libra, a surprise. The day requires all to adjust to interruptions that may seem to be impractical. This is good to get the focus away from too much work. There is a sudden and unexpected announcement that could be about firearms, the auto industry or about an Aries country. Your Aries friends could unexpectedly announce something unusual. Libra could feel unbalanced, with Cancer and Capricorn experiencing a day full of verbal challenges. Leo and Sagittarius have a great day; Gemini and Aquarius have the opportunity for adventure; Pisces and Taurus are neutral, with Virgo and Scorpio adjusting to the interruptions which may seem audacious.

March 19: The Moon goes into Pisces and aligns with Neptune, Pisces patron planet. Of course, we cannot see that in the sky but the influence is there. Pisces have a wonderful day and today would be good to get away. Virgo may be irritated because of vagueness, Cancer and Scorpio have a good day with creativity. Taurus and Capricorn have the opportunity to help the creative ones ground their project. Gemini and Sagittarius may be irritated, but could join Pisces in an escapist activity and have fun. Aquarius and Aries are neutral; Leo and Libra can adapt to a soft, creative time.

March 20: The Sun goes into Aries, the first day of spring at 00:14. The Sun will join Uranus in the sign of Aries, so the following month could be full of changes. This is the time for Aries to present your good projects and catalyze others, but try not to cause too much consternation for your Libra friends. Cancer and Capricorn enjoy the month of challenges. Leo and Sagittarius can take advantage of being in the right place at the right time for creativity, travel and honors. Gemini and Aquarius have opportunities for unexpected social activities. Libra can expect opposition to any requests for joint projects; your other wants to do it alone. Pisces and Taurus are neutral. Virgo and Scorpio adjust to the catalyzing and could resent not having enough time to think.

March 21: There is direct, challenging communication. The leader is quick and impulsive and may not have all the facts. That is okay, they will come later. Libra can expect blunt speech and possible challenges. Cancer and Capricorn (again or still) have challenging communications. Leo and Sagittarius enjoy the direct, creative ideas. Gemini and Aquarius have the opportunity to be diplomatic and present ideas for the benefit of all. Pisces and Taurus are neutral. Virgo and Scorpio again adjust to impulsiveness. Aries is super-energized today and could antagonize others if you are not careful.

March 22: The Moon goes into Aries at 04:57 and creates the new Moon at 09:37. We now have the Sun, Moon, Mercury and Uranus in Aries. Whew! Be ready for an energized day. Aries is busy initiating things, Libra is experiencing possible opposition, certainly not cooperation. Cancer and Capricorn have a busy, challenging day, but you enjoy this. Leo can administer, Sagittarius can present the foreign aspect, Gemini can help Aries see other points of view and Aquarius can manage the group. Again, Virgo and Scorpio have to accommodate what you think are too-impetuous ideas. Pisces and Taurus are neutral again. By the end of the day, everybody is tired.

March 23: Mercury  backs into Pisces. This will slow the ideas somewhat. Since Mercury is retrograde some of the ideas presented yesterday may have glitches, but will have the opportunity to come to fruition after April 16.

March 24: There is unplanned Aries energy today; expect changes. The same relationships of March 22 apply today and it’ll be busy. The Moon goes into Taurus at 16:43, helping to calm things and bring common sense to the day. Instead of being neutral, Taurus is favored to manage the money and offer stabile and common sense. Late in the day there is an opportunity for the creative project to be funded.

March 25: Good, practical day that favors Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn, followed by Cancer and Pisces. Practical projects go very smoothly and the day is relatively quiet. The Moon and Jupiter are together in the sky, so go outside and look up for a beautiful display.

March 26: Discombobulated, off-balance day when you need to adjust to interruptions and accommodate others. The one in authority is expecting too much from the one who handles the details, which irritates the detail person. Communications are not clear and anger the one responsible for keeping things harmonious. Be flexible today and go along with the requests and all will be okay. The Moon, Venus and Jupiter are together in the sky, continuing the beautiful sky show. They are in the sign of Taurus, which both the Moon and Venus love, so expect your love, money and sex to be good even though the practical part of your day may have been off a little.

March 27: The Moon goes into Gemini at 05:42. In the morning someone may not show up, followed by a mild change of plans which are challenged. The Sun and Moon then come into cooperation, with your day ending with the opportunity for your ideas or conversation to be understood and accepted.

March 28: Ideas or talk is not understood and it seems to be a weird day. Remember that Mercury is still retrograde and try not to take it seriously.

March 29: Very challenging day with confrontational situations. The established entity or person is the stronger, so don’t push too hard. The most difficulty is between Aries and Capricorn, followed by Cancer and Libra. There could be war-mongering from an imprudent younger nation. However, communication should be good, with the opportunity for an ideal to be presented and accepted by either a Taurus nation or about money. Personally, use your powers of conciliation to alleviate any confrontation around you. Those who can help today are Pisces, Gemini and Taurus. The Moon goes into Cancer at 18:06.

March 30: Quarter Moon in the signs of Cancer and Aries, who will be the most challenged, followed by Libra and Capricorn. Expect a busy day with the possibly of a confrontation between noon and 1:00 p.m. There is the opportunity for peace in the afternoon.

March 31: A day full of interruptions which you have to accommodate. The leader is obsessed with detail and pushes everyone for such. Money is tight and you need to adapt to that. Late in the evening, it becomes congenial.
 

General Forecast for February 2012

Remember that Mars is still retrograde; and goes direct on April 13. Mechanical things are still prone to malfunction, such as my broken toaster when the switch to push the toast down stopped working. I have not taken the time to take it apart to see if I can fix it, another Mars retrograde non-happening.

Neptune goes into Pisces again on February 3. Neptune went into Pisces on April 4, 2011 and was there through August 5, 2011, staying at zero degrees Pisces during that time. Neptune will be in the sign of Pisces through March 30, 2025.

Now let’s do the day by day planetary happenings for February, the month of Valentine’s Day and the sign of Aquarius. To read about the Sun in Aquarius, please click here. Feb 1. The Moon goes into Gemini at 14:13 and conversation picks up. There could be slight contention between love relationships because one wants closeness and the other wants or needs to work. This is especially noticeable between Pisces and Virgo, with Gemini and Sagittarius in a lesser way.

Feb 2. The Sun and Moon get along wonderfully, so your day should be full of good communications and time with friends. Favored are Gemini and Aquarius, followed by Libra.

Feb 3. Neptune goes into Pisces through 2025. It will be at zero degrees, so if you have a planet or point in your chart at zero degrees it will be touched off by Neptune. If your birthday is between the 21^st or 22^nd of most months, your Sun or Sign will most likely be at zero degrees. The month of February, though, sees the beginning of Pisces on February 19, giving a person with that birthday a zero degree Sun in their chart. If you are a water sign of Pisces, Cancer or Scorpio, this should bring you a creative time. If you are an earth sign, you should experience opportunities for creative expression. However, if you are the earth sign of Virgo, Neptune could bring you a relationship that seems perfect but could be with someone who is emotionally unavailable, so wait it out. You could experience relationships leaving your life because of circumstances out of your control. The signs of Gemini, Leo, Libra and Sagittarius can go through a period of what you consider vague circumstances and possible losses. The signs of Aquarius and Aries are neutral. To receive an accurate, personal interpretation, click here to contact Patty.

Feb 4. The Moon goes into Cancer at 00:02 and the energy changes from socializing to mothering or taking care of loved ones. The day has mild opportunity for expansion followed by tension.

Feb 5. The Sun and Moon are in a weird relationship, indicating a day full of interruptions, asking you to accommodate others; it is best to be flexible. Later in the day there is an opportunity to work on a stalled project.

Feb 6. The Moon goes into Leo at 08:22 and the energy changes to drama, creativity and management of the what may have been started a few days ago. There could be an hour of financial control issues late afternoon and all returns to a good calm.

Feb 7. Busy day. There is the full Moon in the signs of Leo and Aquarius, indicating control issues. Leo and Aquarius have the most prominent stress, followed by Taurus and Scorpio. The areas of the body indicated with this full Moon are the heart, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and the calves of the legs. Aquarius is especially strong today, possibly forcing change, which upsets those who don’t like change unless they initiate it. People around Aquarius either facilitate the change, resist or go along. It is a beneficial day for group endeavors if those involved are detached from the outcome of the project. Gemini and Libra should have opportunities to have successful group activities. Aries and Sagittarius could bring humor and creativity to the control issues. Cancer and Capricorn adjust to the drama. Virgo and Pisces are somewhat neutral.

Feb 8. The Moon goes into Virgo at 12:31 and attention turns to detail and cleaning. Venus goes into Aries through March 5. Your loved one may independently arrange a romantic experience: enjoy. Aries are romantically and creatively active. Libra could experience your loved one wanting to be on their own; it is okay. Cancer and Capricorn could experience impulsive romantic interludes coming from your loved one, or unexpected changes that are pleasant. Leo and Sagittarius enjoy the spontaneity of creativity and romance. Gemini and Aquarius have the opportunity for venturesome activities. Taurus and Pisces are neutral; and Virgo and Scorpio adjust to seemingly daring activities. 9 February 2012

Feb 9. Innovative or group plans are tweaked or adjusted to the necessity of details, and may be scaled down just a little. Communication from advanced ideas seem too unusual. There are impulsive proposals for change and may be without good planning. However, an impulsive time with friends is a good time. The Sun and Moon are in the weird relationship close to midnight and the disruptions may not be noticed.

Feb 10. A busy day with energy scattered and unconnected. There could be misunderstanding between men or the one in authority with the one leading a project. There is mild contention with everything, including with or about women. The Moon goes into Libra at 14:53. Attention turns to getting along and trying to balance things. Libra is conciliatory most of the time.

Feb 11. If you are busy very early in the morning, there is about half an hour of stress and challenge over who is in charge, after which the day is neutral, which is good.

Feb 12. The Sun and Moon are harmonious, and favor Libra and Aquarius. The Moon goes into Scorpio at 17:01 when the energy becomes more focused and intense. The day is focused yet harmonious.

Feb 13. Mercury goes into Pisces through April 16, going retrograde March 12. Thinking and conversation are intuitive or creative. Pisces, this is a good time to present new ideas and plans. Virgo may have difficult communications because the others are too vague. However, Virgo can help the implementation of creative ideas and plans by providing the practical details. Cancer and Scorpio are in the right place at the right time for being involved with creative projects and you are psychic or intuitive. Taurus and Capricorn have the opportunity to interact with the creative ideas by helping to stay within the budget and on the plan. Libra and Scorpio adjust to seemingly vague thinking, but it is really creative. Aquarius and Aries are neutral. Gemini and Sagittarius can enjoy the creativity if it concerns vacations or social life, otherwise you are irritated by the vagueness.

Feb 14. Valentine’s Day. Today is especially good for Pisces to reach out. Everybody is intuitive and can read minds. The other side of the energy is the possibly of omission of facts. Today is a quarter Moon in the signs of Scorpio and Aquarius who can experience control issues, meaning who is controlling the money and who is controlling the group. Leo and Taurus could be drawn into the stress. The Moon goes into Sagittarius at 19:56, lightening up the day with humor and peace-making. The weather could be iffy; be prepared for circumstances that change romantic or social plans. There is a lot of Sagittarius today, meaning your loved one could seem to want freedom, but is really wanting friendly romance.

Feb 15. Challenging and intense relationships, especially between Aries and Capricorn, followed by Cancer and Libra. Your loved one wants an impulsive or sudden interlude, and you may want to stay at work or pay attention to practical matters. Both are possible.

Feb 16. Creative and inventive communication is quietly, although eagerly, accepted and discussed, especially between Pisces and Taurus. The Sun and Moon are getting along again, providing the opportunity for expansion of a group plan. Good communication between Sagittarius and Aquarius, with a successful conclusion.

Feb 17. Moon goes into Capricorn at 00:03 and throughout the day, down-to-earth discussions and plans are successful, with a strong focus about 15:41. Capricorn is favored today, followed by Taurus and Virgo.

Feb 18. Group endeavors featuring advance innovations can be cooperative implemented. Communication is good, with the opportunity for creative ideas to be integrated with the long-range plan. Favored today are Aquarius and Libra, and Pisces and Capricorn.

Feb 19. The Sun goes into Pisces through March 20, joining Mercury and Neptune. Boy, what a creative, intuitive day and is also a great day for an escape! This is the month for Pisces to reach out with your projects. Virgo can expect an interaction with someone who needs compassion or others escaping and feeling lonely. Cancer and Scorpio have a wonderful month with creativity going well. Taurus and Capricorn have this time being opportunity to help the creative projects manifest. Gemini and Sagittarius may be annoyed with vagueness, but could utilize this time for a vacation. Leo and Libra adjust to the softness or indefinite attitude of others. Aries and Aquarius are neutral.

Feb 20 and Feb 21 are totally neutral days.

Feb 22. A day of mild disruption from an impulsive younger person who disturbs the one managing the detail. Aries and Virgo could be at odds with each other.

Feb 23. Possibility of testy communication because of lack of understanding, especially between Pisces and Virgo. Cancer and Scorpio can help Pisces; Capricorn and Taurus can help Virgo. Balance can be attained if creativity is appreciated, and detail or analyzation of the plan is utilized.

Feb 24. Another totally neutral day.

Feb 25. Good day for the expansion of creative projects. Great day for Pisces and Taurus, and indirectly for Leo and Sagittarius. The water signs of Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces can work together in the creative endeavor, and the earth signs of Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn can provide the practical plan to implement the ideas. The person in authority is eager to cooperate with the managers and communicators.

Feb 26 and Feb 27 are more neutral days.

Feb 28. Excellent day for the one in authority to take the opportunity to work with the effective planner. Great day for Pisces and Capricorn, followed by Cancer and Scorpio; and Taurus and Virgo.

Feb 29. Neutral day again.

Mars Retrograde Experiences

Mars went retrograde on January 23. Since Mars "rules" men and mechanical things, how has it gone with you so far? It has been interesting here at my house. A kitchen faucet needed to be replaced. The plumber came to do what should have been a quick, easy job. After the new faucet was installed, hot water would not come out. The plumber double-checked everything and finally discovered that one of the hoses in the new faucet assembly had a hole in it and there was an additional block so hot water did not come out. He was good enough to return the faucet to get a replacement and all went smoothly after that. But... he spend double the time he should have and became very frustrated, although was gracious through the entire ordeal. This is typical: a mechanical assembly malfunctioned.

Send your stories of what happens with you that you think is related to Mars being retrograde, through April 13, and they will be published here. Send your stories to Patty by clicking here.

Powerful X2-class Solar Flare Today, Jan. 27th,

This is the third huge solar flare to radiate earth in a few days. How are you? If you are lethargic, grouchy or sleepy, it could be that the solar radiation is bombarding you so much your body has to slow down to assimilate and distribute the energy. Be patient with yourself. Your pets could be either lethargic or restless, too. My pet cat, Zena, has slept for three days instead of romping like she usually does. The story and links from NASA follow.

X-FLARE:  Earth-orbiting satellites detected a powerful X2-class solar flare today, Jan. 27th, at 1837 UT (1:37 pm EST). The source was departing sunspot 1402.  The blast produced a spectacular CME (not Earth directed) and accelerated energetic protons toward Earth.  A low-level radiation storm is now in progress around our planet. Visit http://spaceweather.com for images and updates.