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.
Jan 27, 2012
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.
Jan 23, 2012
Hold on to your computer, wireless instruments, GPS and telephones.
Yesterday, January 22, there was a huge solar flare. For details and beautiful photos, click here: http://www.spacewater.com. The radiation storm is still in progress and could cause isolated reboots of computers onboard Earth-orbiting satellites and interfere with polar radio communications.
From www.foxnews.com An immense blast of plasma spewed late Sunday night from the Sun led to the strongest radiation storm bombarding our planet since 2005, and a rare warning from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency -- and even a plan to redirect certain high-flying airplanes. NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center -- the nation’s official source of warnings about space weather and its impact on Earth -- issued a watch for a geomagnetic storm expected to hit our planet Tuesday morning after a satellite witnessed an ultraviolet flash from the massive solar eruption, according to Spaceweather.com. Read more: http://www.foxnews.com/scitech/2012/01/23/planes-rerouted-fearing-strongest-radiation-storm-in-7-years/#ixzz1kKEiDpm1
Today, January 23 at 1954 Eastern Time Mars goes retrograde while being bombarded by the CME.
WOW!
Astrologically, what does this all mean? The new Moon in Aquarius was this morning at 09:39 Eastern Time. This means the solar bombardment is electrically charging the already electric sign of Aquarius. Your Aquarian friends may be especially excited and erratic for the next few days, through Wednesday or Thursday. Leo could experience unexpected strong opposition or be totally ignored these few days. Taurus and Scorpio could be involved in financial control issues; try not to settle anything, because after the energy from the flare leaves, things will settle down. Gemini and Libra can most easily handle the energy, but may have unexpected happenings with social activities. Aries and Sagittarius can be charged from the frenetic activity from their friends. Cancer and Virgo have to adjust to the unexpected; try to flow with it. I would say that Capricorn and Pisces are neutral, but this is relative. The energy from the solar flares is a lot, so all life on earth is excited, each in our own way. If your pets are unusually restless or lethargic, blame it on the solar flare.
Let’s watch the earthquake activity to see of there is any extra activity stimulated from the combination of the new Moon and solar flare. Since Mars in involved, too, there could be a surge in fires or volcanic eruptions.
AND... MARS WENT RETROGRADE, TOO, today at 19:54 Eastern Time in the sign of Virgo. As if Virgo does not have enough adjusting to do because of the solar flare, their projects slow down and they may even slow down. Read Mars retrograde here. The solar flare is flying by Mars, too, electrically exciting men, machines, cars, trains, and anything mechanical. The next few days will be interesting indeed. If you are a Virgo, be alert for mechanical breakdowns. Even though a slow Mars means the slow-down of projects, Taurus and Capricorn can benefit from careful planning and patience. Cancer and Scorpio have the opportunity to work on new projects that require patience and a slow build-up through April 13 when Mars goes Direct. Pisces may be irritated because attention to detail is required to fix mechanical things. Gemini and Sagittarius could also be irritated because of the slow-down of activity, with the requirement for detail. Leo and Libra are somewhat neutral. Aries and Aquarius need to adjust to the slowdown and possible breakdown of mechanical things. Remember that Aquarius is already stimulated by the solar flare and may be far too eager to create upheaval. They need a calming friend.
Some astrologese: if you know your chart, look to any planets in the sign of Aquarius to learn how your life will be energized. Look to the house with Aquarius on the cusp to learn the area of your life will be energized. Look to the houses with Aries on the cusp and that area of your life should slow down because of the retrograde Mars. If you really know your chart, you can figure the aspects to Mars at 23 degrees of Virgo to learn even more. If you want your own personal explanation, contact Patty by phone at 302-378-0579 or email her by clicking here:
Jan 3, 2012
JANUARY 2012 FORECAST
The quarter moons and the full Moon are in the cardinal signs of Libra, Capricorn and Aries this month, meaning those signs, plus Cancer have the most activity and could be continually challenged. However, people of these signs love the challenge.
Mercury goes into the sign of Capricorn, Venus goes into the sign of Pisces, the Sun and Mercury go into the sign of Aquarius this month.
Jan 1: The New Year begins with a quarter Moon in the signs of Aries and Capricorn, revealing a day with a lot of activity and possible many wanting to be in charge. Mercury is disagreeing with Mars, too, so right after midnight there could be spirited conversations. Perhaps you are talking with people from far away who either all or drop in unexpectedly.
Jan 2: The Moon goes into Taurus at 17:15 and the day is much calmer. You may want to review 2011's finances to see where you have to spend less in 2012.
Jan 3: Harmonious, quiet day with an emphasis on being practical. Taurus and Capricorn are especially favored, followed by Virgo. Scorpio could have a mild encounter, Cancer and Pisces have the opportunity to deal with finances.
Jan 4: The calm from yesterday continues until early evening, when there is a an interruption to accommodate a younger person who is far-seeing and expansive. The energy is Taurean, which is good for Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn, but upsets Aquarius and Scorpio.
Jan 5: The Moon goes into Gemini at 05:43, and there is a lot of communication. It seems like people wake up and talk about their holiday happenings. There is an opportunity for a quick tweaking of an idea early, then the idea is tweaked again at the end of the day. Gemini, Libra and Aquarius have an easy day. Aries and Leo have the opportunity to join spirited conversation and Sagittarius could be opposed. All this is mild.
Jan 6: The Sun and Moon are off balance, indicating a possibly weird day. The talkative one interrupts the working authority, who responds with grouchiness. However, dealing with younger friends is good when you keep friendliness in the proper place. Very late in the day leading into
Jan 7: If the party or friends push too hard and cause the quiet, detail-oriented person to have to adjust, it can be grouchy again. Mercury is getting along well with Saturn and Neptune. There are opportunities to make travel plans with a partner, and to accept an opportunity to plan a vacation with friends. The Moon goes into Cancer at 16:04.
Jan 8: Mercury goes into Capricorn at 01:33 through January 27. Conversation and communication turns to career, and the structure or plans of a situation. Capricorn is not too communicative, so expect communication to be quiet. This is the time for Capricorn to present your ideas and to be heard. Taurus and Virgo should have pleasant practical ideas and interactions. Cancer may experience opposition to your plans because they are not practical enough. Aries experiences challenging conversations because your ideas may seem too radical and Libra experiences challenging conversations because you may ask for cooperation, which is uncomfortable to the one in charge. Gemini and Leo have weird conversations, or no conversations, with the boss; do not push. Sagittarius and Aquarius are neutral. Scorpio and Pisces have the opportunity to discuss practical projects, especially money. Creativity is not favored unless you have a plan. Financial plans should be direct and to the point, and explain the underlying structure of your project. The practical boss could challenge the person who has a plan that is too premature.
Jan 9: Full Moon in the signs of Cancer and Capricorn, exact at 02:29. Cancer and Capricorn will experience stress between family and career. Aries and Libra have challenging situation or circumstance, but you like challenges. Aries, please do not provoke and instead offer a humorous creative solution. Libra can be the diplomat to sooth emotions. Cancer can take the opportunity to contact Virgo who can help both Cancer and Capricorn. Taurus can give a common sense solution. The areas of the body with this full Moon are the stomach and breasts, and the skin, bones and knees. There is some minor stress between emotions and the needs of the group needing an adjustment in attitude. The Moon goes into Leo at almost midnight.
Jan 10: The Moon is in Leo and Leo likes to shine and administrate. Early in the day there is n off-balance (minor) situation where extravagances are verbally resisted, followed by the one in charge saying "no" to a high expense. Leo, be careful today not to buy anything too expensive because you will be resisted.
Jan 11: Weird day full of interruptions and you need to accommodate those interruptions. This is especially with Leo and Capricorn. Be as flexible as possible and go along with the flow.
Jan 12: The Moon goes into Virgo at 04:43 and practical affairs go well. Virgo and Capricorn have a great day putting the plan into motion, and Taurus can be a help with the finances. The water signs of Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces have the opportunity to help.
Jan 13: A good day for social activities; your loved one is both interested in being with friends, but as your partner. You may begin the day with work, and end with an evening with fun friends. Communication today is focused and intense from the powerful or effective person and the subject is planning and career or practical things. The Sun and Moon get along later in the day, helping practical activities go very smoothly.
Jan 14: Venus goes into Pisces through February 8. Venus likes the sign of Pisces, so your loved one changes from wanting to be with friends to wanting to be romantic with you. Pisces especially has nice romantic time. Virgo experiences opposition because the romance interferes with work or interrupts detail. Cancer and Scorpio have good relationships with your loved one and with younger people. Taurus and Capricorn have the opportunity to turn your attention to creative romantic interludes if you can turn your attention away from money and work. Aries is not supposed to get along with Pisces, but Aries is a romantic and can initiate romantic or escapist fun. Aquarius is neutral. Leo and Libra are supposed to be neutral, but Libra can create the beautiful surroundings for the romance and Leo can add some drama. Interestingly Pisces and Leo are both signs of drama, so if Leo is not irritated with some vagueness, you can bring drama to the situation. Libra and Pisces are supposed to not get along, either, but both their patron planets are Venus, so there is a good connection. There is an opportunity for a romantic adventure that is low-key and inexpensive.
Jan 15: Neutral day.
Jan 16: Quarter Moon in the signs of Libra and Capricorn. There is tension because the person wanting cooperation experiences the "other" wanting to hide. Aries and Cancer experience a challenging day, perhaps being asked to intervene. The Moon goes into the sign of Scorpio at 11:33. In the afternoon there could be resistance involving money which is resolved.
Jan 17: Good day to take advantage of the opportunity for financial planning. Your investment advisor could have long-term, practical, conservative investment advice. The day is especially good for Scorpio and Capricorn who get along. Cancer and Pisces can do long-range planning and Taurus and Virgo communicate financial details well.
Jan 18: Everybody gets along today and there is an opportunity for more financial planning. It is a good day to be inclusive Right about lunch-time someone may not show up. The Moon goes into Sagittarius at 14:28 and attention turns to travel. There is good change followed by an adjustment about money. Scorpio and Capricorn still have a good relationship, Scorpio and Aquarius may have a missed appointment, Sagittarius and Aries have a smooth project, but Sagittarius and Taurus are a little at odds over money.
Jan 19: Potentially difficult day if you are expecting too much or are lazy. The one in authority challenges the structure or plan that must be balanced to work. Sagittarius and Pisces can be irritated with each other, and Capricorn is pushing Libra too hard and may be surprised at Libra’s firmness or outburst.
Jan 20: The Sun goes into Aquarius through February 19. Attention changes to group effort, goals and friends. Your Aquarian friends shine now and it is the time for Aquarius to present and pursue your goals. Leo may experience what you consider disobedience, and attention away from you and to friends. There could be control issues. Taurus and Scorpio also can experience control issues this month. Gemini and Libra enjoy the more active social scene with friends. Aries and Sagittarius have the opportunity to interact creatively with groups or friends. Capricorn and Pisces are neutral. Cancer and Virgo adjust to more activity with groups and perhaps friends who are persistent. There is an opportunity to present a creative project and have it accepted. Partnerships are good, with your loved one still empathetic and giving. Pisces and Capricorn have an opportunity to bring a creative project into practical application. Cancer and Scorpio can lend support, with Taurus and Virgo offering practical hints. The Moon goes into Capricorn at 17:40.
Jan 21: There is an opportunity for change to the group project from the one in authority. Aquarius, Gemini and Libra have an easy day. Aries should accept an opportunity, as should Leo and Sagittarius. Cancer and Capricorn have a challenging day with the changes and a need to adjust. Scorpio and Leo could experience control issues over the change, but the change is good, go with it.
Jan 22: Busy day with group activities having tension over money or control of the group. Aquarius and Taurus are especially involved, followed by Leo, Scorpio and Taurus. Gemini and Libra can bring diplomacy to the situation. Be prepared to be busy with little time for details. Moon goes into Aquarius at 21:53.
Jan 23: busy day. Mars goes retrograde until April 13. Mars rules projects, sex, men and machines, war, fighting, fires and sometimes explosions. When Mars goes retrograde, expect glitches with your mechanical things. If the car, printer or copier malfunction, it would be mechanical. Difficulties with men usually surface now, producing arguments. If you are in a romantic relationship, the sexual part of the relationship could die down because your man is tired from working with all those machines, but this should be temporary. If you have ignored sexual difficulties they will surface now, forcing evaluation or the relationship could end. During the long Mars retrograde time your projects slow almost to a halt and time seems to stand still. Now is the time to evaluate the project’s plans, fix anything and be ready for a push forward when Mars goes direct. If you are an Aries, be careful of accidents because you are in a hurry and time is slow. If you are a Scorpio, be careful of misinterpreting others’ motives, resulting in your wanting to get even, causing unnecessary hard feelings. If you begin a new love relationship, something could be wrong with the man’s reason for being with you, and after Mars goes direct, he could be impotent or uninterested, the excitement having worn off.
Jan 23: New Moon at 02:39 in the sign of Aquarius and especially good day for Aquarius, and also for Gemini and Libra. Leo could experience resistance and could be ignored; Aries and Sagittarius have the opportunity to cooperate with Aquarius on long-range plans. Scorpio and Taurus have control issues over group activities. Cancer and Virgo need to accommodate possible changes in group plans, Capricorn and Pisces are neutral. Today is an excellent day, though, to communicate plans and details, especially for Capricorn and Virgo, followed by Taurus. Cancer and Scorpio can focus on the practical and the day will be good.
The Chinese New Year begins on the New Moon in Aquarius every year. So, Aquarius you may be considered the first sign, too, along with Aries of the Western Zodiac, and Capricorn who rules the New Year and the increase in light.
Years of the Dragon
Fifth in the cycle, Dragon Years follow the Rabbit and recur every twelfth year. The Chinese New Year does not fall on a specific date, so it is essential to check the calendar to find the exact date on which each Dragon Year actually begins
1904 * 1916 * 1928 * 1940 * 1952 * 1964 * 1976 * 1988 * 2000 The key to the Dragon personality is that Dragons are the free spirits of the Zodiac. Conformation is a Dragon's curse. Rules and regulations are made for other people. Restrictions blow out the creative spark that is ready to flame into life. Dragons must be free and uninhibited. The Dragon is a beautiful creature, colorful and flamboyant. An extroverted bundle of energy, gifted and utterly irrepressible, everything Dragons do is on a grand scale - big ideas, ornate gestures, extreme ambitions. However, this behavior is natural and isn't meant for show. Because they are confident, fearless in the face of challenge, they are almost inevitably successful. Dragons usually make it to the top. However, Dragon people be aware of their natures. Too much enthusiasm can leave them tired and unfulfilled. Even though they are willing to aid when necessary, their pride can often impede them from accepting the same kind of help from others. Dragons' generous personalities give them the ability to attract friends, but they can be rather solitary people at heart. A Dragon's self-sufficiency can mean that he or she has no need for close bonds with other people. Jan 24: Calm day except some disarray around 15:26.
Jan 25: The Moon goes into Pisces after joining with Neptune, so we may have some rain or snow. Attention changes to creativity, calm, quiet and a little escape from the frenzied activity and practical attention to detail, although the day has opportunities to bring a creative project in under budget.
Jan 26: Earlier in the day there is good communication, especially with creativity and Pisces has a good day of presenting beliefs. Later int eh day there could be tension between the vision and details. Pisces and Virgo could be irritated with each other, and it could rub off on Sagittarius and Gemini.
Jan 27: Mercury goes into Aquarius through February 13. Thought and conversation switch from practical plans to the goals of the group, group activity, and friends. Leo could experience opposition over control. Scorpio and Taurus have control situations, too, but the other wants control of the team, not the money. Gemini and Libra have an easy time communicating ideas and social events. Aries and Sagittarius have the opportunity to interact with many different people regarding group activities and communicating with friends. Cancer and Virgo adjust or accommodate what to you are abstract ideas. Capricorn and Pisces are neutral. The Moon goes into Aries at 13:28.
Jan 28: The Sun and Moon are getting along well, creating an opportunity for new ideas to be exciting and accepted. Especially favored are Aries and Aquarius. The new ideas are accepted by Aquarius, Gemini and Libra, but are resisted by Taurus and Scorpio. Ideas that are very abstract could be resisted by the person who understands now instead of tomorrow and there could be tension, especially between Aquarius and Taurus.
Jan 29: Weird day when daring, new or courageous ideas are too impulsive and unbalance the strict details of the plan.
Jan 30: The Moon goes into Taurus at 01:28, and the energy changes from being impulsive to being calm and steady. The idea that seemed to impulsive or premature yesterday may be presented again in a more realistic way and is accepted. Taurus is favored. There could be a mild challenge to the frugality of the plan, but this is resolved later. The quarter Moon happens23:09 in the signs of Taurus and Aquarius. Most of this energy will be felt tomorrow.
Quarter Moon in the signs of Taurus and Aquarius, and the people of those signs may have a crisis of ideas that could involve Scorpio and Leo. Virgo and Capricorn can bring common sense to the situation, and Gemini and Libra can diplomatically present all sides and accomplish cooperation.
Jan 31: The tension from the quarter Moon subsides as the day progresses, with an opportunity for happy resolution and implementation of the idea or plan. A good day for Taurus, Pisces and Virgo.
Mercury goes into the sign of Capricorn, Venus goes into the sign of Pisces, the Sun and Mercury go into the sign of Aquarius this month.
Jan 1: The New Year begins with a quarter Moon in the signs of Aries and Capricorn, revealing a day with a lot of activity and possible many wanting to be in charge. Mercury is disagreeing with Mars, too, so right after midnight there could be spirited conversations. Perhaps you are talking with people from far away who either all or drop in unexpectedly.
Jan 2: The Moon goes into Taurus at 17:15 and the day is much calmer. You may want to review 2011's finances to see where you have to spend less in 2012.
Jan 3: Harmonious, quiet day with an emphasis on being practical. Taurus and Capricorn are especially favored, followed by Virgo. Scorpio could have a mild encounter, Cancer and Pisces have the opportunity to deal with finances.
Jan 4: The calm from yesterday continues until early evening, when there is a an interruption to accommodate a younger person who is far-seeing and expansive. The energy is Taurean, which is good for Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn, but upsets Aquarius and Scorpio.
Jan 5: The Moon goes into Gemini at 05:43, and there is a lot of communication. It seems like people wake up and talk about their holiday happenings. There is an opportunity for a quick tweaking of an idea early, then the idea is tweaked again at the end of the day. Gemini, Libra and Aquarius have an easy day. Aries and Leo have the opportunity to join spirited conversation and Sagittarius could be opposed. All this is mild.
Jan 6: The Sun and Moon are off balance, indicating a possibly weird day. The talkative one interrupts the working authority, who responds with grouchiness. However, dealing with younger friends is good when you keep friendliness in the proper place. Very late in the day leading into
Jan 7: If the party or friends push too hard and cause the quiet, detail-oriented person to have to adjust, it can be grouchy again. Mercury is getting along well with Saturn and Neptune. There are opportunities to make travel plans with a partner, and to accept an opportunity to plan a vacation with friends. The Moon goes into Cancer at 16:04.
Jan 8: Mercury goes into Capricorn at 01:33 through January 27. Conversation and communication turns to career, and the structure or plans of a situation. Capricorn is not too communicative, so expect communication to be quiet. This is the time for Capricorn to present your ideas and to be heard. Taurus and Virgo should have pleasant practical ideas and interactions. Cancer may experience opposition to your plans because they are not practical enough. Aries experiences challenging conversations because your ideas may seem too radical and Libra experiences challenging conversations because you may ask for cooperation, which is uncomfortable to the one in charge. Gemini and Leo have weird conversations, or no conversations, with the boss; do not push. Sagittarius and Aquarius are neutral. Scorpio and Pisces have the opportunity to discuss practical projects, especially money. Creativity is not favored unless you have a plan. Financial plans should be direct and to the point, and explain the underlying structure of your project. The practical boss could challenge the person who has a plan that is too premature.
Jan 9: Full Moon in the signs of Cancer and Capricorn, exact at 02:29. Cancer and Capricorn will experience stress between family and career. Aries and Libra have challenging situation or circumstance, but you like challenges. Aries, please do not provoke and instead offer a humorous creative solution. Libra can be the diplomat to sooth emotions. Cancer can take the opportunity to contact Virgo who can help both Cancer and Capricorn. Taurus can give a common sense solution. The areas of the body with this full Moon are the stomach and breasts, and the skin, bones and knees. There is some minor stress between emotions and the needs of the group needing an adjustment in attitude. The Moon goes into Leo at almost midnight.
Jan 10: The Moon is in Leo and Leo likes to shine and administrate. Early in the day there is n off-balance (minor) situation where extravagances are verbally resisted, followed by the one in charge saying "no" to a high expense. Leo, be careful today not to buy anything too expensive because you will be resisted.
Jan 11: Weird day full of interruptions and you need to accommodate those interruptions. This is especially with Leo and Capricorn. Be as flexible as possible and go along with the flow.
Jan 12: The Moon goes into Virgo at 04:43 and practical affairs go well. Virgo and Capricorn have a great day putting the plan into motion, and Taurus can be a help with the finances. The water signs of Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces have the opportunity to help.
Jan 13: A good day for social activities; your loved one is both interested in being with friends, but as your partner. You may begin the day with work, and end with an evening with fun friends. Communication today is focused and intense from the powerful or effective person and the subject is planning and career or practical things. The Sun and Moon get along later in the day, helping practical activities go very smoothly.
Jan 14: Venus goes into Pisces through February 8. Venus likes the sign of Pisces, so your loved one changes from wanting to be with friends to wanting to be romantic with you. Pisces especially has nice romantic time. Virgo experiences opposition because the romance interferes with work or interrupts detail. Cancer and Scorpio have good relationships with your loved one and with younger people. Taurus and Capricorn have the opportunity to turn your attention to creative romantic interludes if you can turn your attention away from money and work. Aries is not supposed to get along with Pisces, but Aries is a romantic and can initiate romantic or escapist fun. Aquarius is neutral. Leo and Libra are supposed to be neutral, but Libra can create the beautiful surroundings for the romance and Leo can add some drama. Interestingly Pisces and Leo are both signs of drama, so if Leo is not irritated with some vagueness, you can bring drama to the situation. Libra and Pisces are supposed to not get along, either, but both their patron planets are Venus, so there is a good connection. There is an opportunity for a romantic adventure that is low-key and inexpensive.
Jan 15: Neutral day.
Jan 16: Quarter Moon in the signs of Libra and Capricorn. There is tension because the person wanting cooperation experiences the "other" wanting to hide. Aries and Cancer experience a challenging day, perhaps being asked to intervene. The Moon goes into the sign of Scorpio at 11:33. In the afternoon there could be resistance involving money which is resolved.
Jan 17: Good day to take advantage of the opportunity for financial planning. Your investment advisor could have long-term, practical, conservative investment advice. The day is especially good for Scorpio and Capricorn who get along. Cancer and Pisces can do long-range planning and Taurus and Virgo communicate financial details well.
Jan 18: Everybody gets along today and there is an opportunity for more financial planning. It is a good day to be inclusive Right about lunch-time someone may not show up. The Moon goes into Sagittarius at 14:28 and attention turns to travel. There is good change followed by an adjustment about money. Scorpio and Capricorn still have a good relationship, Scorpio and Aquarius may have a missed appointment, Sagittarius and Aries have a smooth project, but Sagittarius and Taurus are a little at odds over money.
Jan 19: Potentially difficult day if you are expecting too much or are lazy. The one in authority challenges the structure or plan that must be balanced to work. Sagittarius and Pisces can be irritated with each other, and Capricorn is pushing Libra too hard and may be surprised at Libra’s firmness or outburst.
Jan 20: The Sun goes into Aquarius through February 19. Attention changes to group effort, goals and friends. Your Aquarian friends shine now and it is the time for Aquarius to present and pursue your goals. Leo may experience what you consider disobedience, and attention away from you and to friends. There could be control issues. Taurus and Scorpio also can experience control issues this month. Gemini and Libra enjoy the more active social scene with friends. Aries and Sagittarius have the opportunity to interact creatively with groups or friends. Capricorn and Pisces are neutral. Cancer and Virgo adjust to more activity with groups and perhaps friends who are persistent. There is an opportunity to present a creative project and have it accepted. Partnerships are good, with your loved one still empathetic and giving. Pisces and Capricorn have an opportunity to bring a creative project into practical application. Cancer and Scorpio can lend support, with Taurus and Virgo offering practical hints. The Moon goes into Capricorn at 17:40.
Jan 21: There is an opportunity for change to the group project from the one in authority. Aquarius, Gemini and Libra have an easy day. Aries should accept an opportunity, as should Leo and Sagittarius. Cancer and Capricorn have a challenging day with the changes and a need to adjust. Scorpio and Leo could experience control issues over the change, but the change is good, go with it.
Jan 22: Busy day with group activities having tension over money or control of the group. Aquarius and Taurus are especially involved, followed by Leo, Scorpio and Taurus. Gemini and Libra can bring diplomacy to the situation. Be prepared to be busy with little time for details. Moon goes into Aquarius at 21:53.
Jan 23: busy day. Mars goes retrograde until April 13. Mars rules projects, sex, men and machines, war, fighting, fires and sometimes explosions. When Mars goes retrograde, expect glitches with your mechanical things. If the car, printer or copier malfunction, it would be mechanical. Difficulties with men usually surface now, producing arguments. If you are in a romantic relationship, the sexual part of the relationship could die down because your man is tired from working with all those machines, but this should be temporary. If you have ignored sexual difficulties they will surface now, forcing evaluation or the relationship could end. During the long Mars retrograde time your projects slow almost to a halt and time seems to stand still. Now is the time to evaluate the project’s plans, fix anything and be ready for a push forward when Mars goes direct. If you are an Aries, be careful of accidents because you are in a hurry and time is slow. If you are a Scorpio, be careful of misinterpreting others’ motives, resulting in your wanting to get even, causing unnecessary hard feelings. If you begin a new love relationship, something could be wrong with the man’s reason for being with you, and after Mars goes direct, he could be impotent or uninterested, the excitement having worn off.
Jan 23: New Moon at 02:39 in the sign of Aquarius and especially good day for Aquarius, and also for Gemini and Libra. Leo could experience resistance and could be ignored; Aries and Sagittarius have the opportunity to cooperate with Aquarius on long-range plans. Scorpio and Taurus have control issues over group activities. Cancer and Virgo need to accommodate possible changes in group plans, Capricorn and Pisces are neutral. Today is an excellent day, though, to communicate plans and details, especially for Capricorn and Virgo, followed by Taurus. Cancer and Scorpio can focus on the practical and the day will be good.
The Chinese New Year begins on the New Moon in Aquarius every year. So, Aquarius you may be considered the first sign, too, along with Aries of the Western Zodiac, and Capricorn who rules the New Year and the increase in light.
THE SIGN OF THE DRAGON
(this is an excellent site for Chinese sign compatibilities)
Dragon personality The Dragon is a creature of myth and legend. A symbol of good fortune and sign of intense power, the Oriental Dragon is regarded as a divine beast - the reverse of the malicious monster that Westerners felt necessary to find and slay. In Eastern philosophy, the Dragon is said to be a deliverer of good fortune and a master of authority. Therefore, those people born in Dragon years are to be honored and respected.
Fifth in the cycle, Dragon Years follow the Rabbit and recur every twelfth year. The Chinese New Year does not fall on a specific date, so it is essential to check the calendar to find the exact date on which each Dragon Year actually begins
1904 * 1916 * 1928 * 1940 * 1952 * 1964 * 1976 * 1988 * 2000
Jan 25: The Moon goes into Pisces after joining with Neptune, so we may have some rain or snow. Attention changes to creativity, calm, quiet and a little escape from the frenzied activity and practical attention to detail, although the day has opportunities to bring a creative project in under budget.
Jan 26: Earlier in the day there is good communication, especially with creativity and Pisces has a good day of presenting beliefs. Later int eh day there could be tension between the vision and details. Pisces and Virgo could be irritated with each other, and it could rub off on Sagittarius and Gemini.
Jan 27: Mercury goes into Aquarius through February 13. Thought and conversation switch from practical plans to the goals of the group, group activity, and friends. Leo could experience opposition over control. Scorpio and Taurus have control situations, too, but the other wants control of the team, not the money. Gemini and Libra have an easy time communicating ideas and social events. Aries and Sagittarius have the opportunity to interact with many different people regarding group activities and communicating with friends. Cancer and Virgo adjust or accommodate what to you are abstract ideas. Capricorn and Pisces are neutral. The Moon goes into Aries at 13:28.
Jan 28: The Sun and Moon are getting along well, creating an opportunity for new ideas to be exciting and accepted. Especially favored are Aries and Aquarius. The new ideas are accepted by Aquarius, Gemini and Libra, but are resisted by Taurus and Scorpio. Ideas that are very abstract could be resisted by the person who understands now instead of tomorrow and there could be tension, especially between Aquarius and Taurus.
Jan 29: Weird day when daring, new or courageous ideas are too impulsive and unbalance the strict details of the plan.
Jan 30: The Moon goes into Taurus at 01:28, and the energy changes from being impulsive to being calm and steady. The idea that seemed to impulsive or premature yesterday may be presented again in a more realistic way and is accepted. Taurus is favored. There could be a mild challenge to the frugality of the plan, but this is resolved later. The quarter Moon happens23:09 in the signs of Taurus and Aquarius. Most of this energy will be felt tomorrow.
Quarter Moon in the signs of Taurus and Aquarius, and the people of those signs may have a crisis of ideas that could involve Scorpio and Leo. Virgo and Capricorn can bring common sense to the situation, and Gemini and Libra can diplomatically present all sides and accomplish cooperation.
Jan 31: The tension from the quarter Moon subsides as the day progresses, with an opportunity for happy resolution and implementation of the idea or plan. A good day for Taurus, Pisces and Virgo.
Dec 19, 2011
Venus through Aquarius
Venus, the planet of love, is in the friendship sign of Aquarius from December 20, 2011 through January 14, 2012.
Venus in love is expressed in its sign of Libra. Libra wants partnership and balance and sometimes does not like doing things on its own; Libra wants a partner.
Venus in money is expressed in its sign of Taurus where it wants to control or manage money and possessions. Venus in Taurus can sometimes want their loved one to be exclusive, or only with them.
Venus in friendship is expressed through the sign of Aquarius. Venus wants to be liked and is accommodating, Aquarius is friendly and is interested in causes. Venus in Aquarius can be the accommodating friend who tries to involve others in their cause.
Aquarius is not exclusive; Aquarius wants to be friends with everybody and is usually not possessive or jealous and cannot be controlled or owned. The best partnership with Aquarius is on the basis of friendship, without being jealous of their friends. When Venus travels through Aquarius friendships should thrive, allowing freedom of expression and others to be themselves. The love nature of Venus expands when under the influence of Aquarius so your loved may one all of a sudden want friends around instead of being only with you. Blame it on Aquarius, but enjoy the expansion of your social life.
Venus in money with Aquarius could mean expansive spending on future or abstract projects that include either friends or teams working for a cause. Aquarius is obsessed with knowledge, and money could be spent on books, schools or seminars.
To get personal, how will this affect you?
Aquarian people want to expand their social life and meet as many new people as possible. If they are involved with possessive partners or friends there could be misunderstandings and control issues. Remember that Aquarius will quietly, and sometimes charmingly, not allow themselves to be controlled; if you try, you will not succeed. This is the month for Aquarians to reach out for love and form new friendships. There could be control issues with Taurus and Scorpio over money and friends.
Leo people may experience their loved one more interested in being with groups of friends instead of paying attention only to them. This could result in Leo's pride being hurt, resulting in confrontation. Leo can enjoy their partner's interest in friends by having one of their grand parties. There could be control issues over social events, or money.
Aries has the opportunity to make new friends through group activities and enjoy the abstract ideas put forth by their Aquarian friends or co-workers. Aries will bring helpful humor to those groups. Aries loved one may be more independent now, but because Aries enjoys independent partners, this travel of Venus through Aquarius is quite pleasant.
Taurus people are security-conscious and want their loved one close to them and predictable in behavior or attention. With Venus in Aquarius, their loved one is more distant, can be somewhat distracted and want friends around. If Taurus ties to control their loved one, they may have a surprising revolt over that attempt at control.
Gemini loves friends, parties and makes everything social. They will enjoy the sojourn of Venus through the friendship sign of Aquarius because Gemini will meet new people, and their loved one will be less clingy and enjoy Gemini’s friends.
Cancer is emotional, caring and protective. With Venus in Aquarius loved ones may show erratic behavior and even bring what Cancer thinks are kooky friends home. That is okay, they are friends who will have unusual ideas to expand thinking, and not be around long. Cancer's loved one may seem to be distant and preoccupied, but this gives Cancer some time to be alone. Cancer adjusts this month to the unexpected and invitations to more group gatherings.
Virgo is detail-oriented, linear and wants to break ideas down into their sections, whereas Aquarius delivers abstract information quickly in any way, out of order or not, causing Virgo to put aside analyzing. For this month, Virgo adjusts to the weirdness (to them) of this abstractness. Their loved ones could seem to be distant, maybe not as careful with the checkbook and not interested in a clean, orderly house.
Libra is social, tactful, accommodating and creates beauty. They enjoy the new friends brought into their social sphere and can show off their beauty and balance with wonderful gatherings. Libra may not be as focused on always needing a close partner now and be more of a friend to their loved one.
Scorpio is intense or focused, wants total control of themselves and can be jealous. There could be challenging control issues if their loved becomes too independent, or tries to control Scorpio. The relationship between Scorpio and Aquarius could be difficult now because neither will allow control of themselves, but each wants to control their circumstances. Money could be the outward reason for disagreements, but look beneath that for control issues.
Sagittarius can create the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life via their Aquarius friends and regale them with tales of their latest travels. Sagittarius is independent and freedom-loving in their own right, and enjoy it when their loved one is a little independent and likes their friends, so this is a good sojourn of Venus for Sagittarius.
Capricorn is somewhat neutral, although their loved one may pull Capricorn out of their shell by inviting friends to spur-of-the-moment gatherings. Capricorn can have excellent dialogue with Aquarius about Aquarius’ scientific ideas, offering practical application to them.
Pisces is also somewhat neutral, but... these two signs are ruled by two of the outer planets: Aquarius by Uranus of abstract, scientific data and Pisces by Neptune of psychic insight and inspiration. These two signs, even though next-door neighbors of the zodiac and supposedly neutral with each other, cooperate well and can reach dizzying heights of knowledge and collaboration. Aquarius can bring new people into Pisces life to draw Pisces’ interest out with new ideas. Pisces love-life may be more active than usual, but this is okay as long as friends pay attention to Pisces.
Dec 3, 2011
TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE MOON DEC 10.
Waking up before sunrise can be tough to do, especially on a weekend. On Saturday, Dec. 10th, you might be glad you did. A total eclipse of the Moon will be visible in the early morning skies of western Northern America.
The action begins around 4:45 am Pacific Standard Time when the red shadow of Earth first falls across the lunar disk. By 6:05 am Pacific Time, the Moon will be fully engulfed in red light. This event—the last total lunar eclipse until 2014—is visible from the Pacific side of North America, across the entire Pacific Ocean to Asia and Eastern Europe. To read the NASA story, please click here: http://science.nasa.gov/science-news/science-at-nasa/2011/02dec_lunareclipse/ . The NASA article has links to a great animation of the eclipse, and there are beautiful pictures.
Aside from the beauty of the eclipse, what would this mean to you? Even though an eclipse cannot be seen in your location, the energy of it can be noticeable. The degree of this full Moon eclipse is 18 degree Gemini 11 minutes. The Moon is in Gemini and the Sun is in Sagittarius. Mercury is still retrograde in the sign of Sagittarius, the opposite sign of Gemini, which reveals tension. There can be unexpected glitches in communication on December 10, especially with travel arrangements, foreign relations and dealing with cousins and in-laws. There could be disagreements because of a lack of attention to details. Eclipses act like triggers, so if you already have an eleven-degree planet or point in your chart, it could be activated by the energy of the eclipse.
You know that a full moon can be crazy. In this case, it is your Gemini and Sagittarius friends who can be on edge, followed by Virgo and Pisces. The areas of the body involved in this full moon are the hands, arms and lungs, and the hips, thighs, high blood pressure and cholesterol.
Let’s get a little more personal. Gemini will be restless and active, probably talking with as many people as possible. Sagittarius can be agitated because of the opposite triggered energy from Gemini and want to get away on a trip, but experiences glitches. Sagittarius could also feel that people, especially Gemini, are provoking them. Libra can use your diplomatic skills to help Gemini and Sagittarius get along. Aquarius is a great friend, and can help them to be more detached from the outcome. Aries will enjoy an opportunity for spirited communication and Leo can be mainstay in any fray. Taurus and Cancer will be somewhat neutral. Scorpio and Capricorn need to adjust to any of what you consider craziness during the day. Virgo and Pisces can be quite irritated by the constant talking and possible criticisms. The best way to diffuse this energy may be a party later in the afternoon, after the energy has dissipated somewhat. The party would be filled with funny anecdotes of the day’s glitches. If you invite people, though, expect changes in the details.
The way the eclipse would activate your personal chart depends on the kind of relationship it has to your chart. If you would like a short, inexpensive explanation of how this eclipse may trigger you, please contact Patty by clicking here. or (302-378-0579). You will reach her personal email box or talk with her live on the phone. To read details about how to have a reading please click here.
Eclipses can trigger earth changes, in this case the possibility is high winds and fires. On December 24 and December 25, Christmas Eve and Day, the planet Mars comes to 18 degrees of Virgo, the same degree as the eclipse and can further trigger earth change activity. On December 24 at 9:32 a.m. Eastern Time, the Moon is in square with Uranus, another trigger point. So, if you think the eclipse went by unnoticed, let’s watch December 24 and 25 for any earth changes. And let’s hope there are none.
For your personal astrological insights, please click here to email Patty. or reach her live on her office phone at (302) 378-0579.
Nov 21, 2011
Mercury goes retrograde November 24.
Mercury goes retrograde Thursday, November 24, American Thanksgiving Day.
Mercury goes direct - or apparently forward again - December 13, 2011.
Mercury is the planet closest to the Sun and revolves around the Sun more quickly than the other planets. Since it is faster than the others, there are times when it seems to go backwards. This can be compared to a faster-moving train passing a slower-moving train. The sensation of the people in the slower-moving train is that they are going backwards, which feels weird. This is what a Mercury retrograde time-period is like: weird. Mercury is the planet which rules, or is associated with, communication, especially the written word and contracts and electrical things. When Mercury is retrograde, when things glitch or go wrong, it is most likely because of an electrical malfunction, especially printers. If you purchased something electrical during a retrograde Mercury time-period, it could malfunction during a subsequent Mercury retrograde time-period.
Be very careful of signing papers and contracts, because there is the possibly there is a mistake which will be noticed during the next Mercury retrograde time-period. An example is the story of a friend who experienced a divorce which was final during a Mercury retrograde time. About a year later, during another Mercury retrograde time, his wife took him to court for more money. I recommended that he wait until after Mercury retrograde, but he “did not want astrology to rule his life.” His wife was awarded more money. This happened two more times, under two different Mercury retrograde times, and she received more money from him each time. One day he came to me, asking when Mercury would be retrograde, because she was taking him to court again, for yet more money; this time she asked for more than he earned or had. He took the advice and scheduled his court appearance after Mercury went direct. The judge not only denied her the latest request, but adjusted the payments to her for an amount he could give and still pay rent and eat. He was grateful for the information and did not criticize astrology any more.
Mercury is retrograde this time in Sagittarius, the sign of travel, foreign contacts, publishing and import/export. If you know you will travel during that time, it is wise for you to make your plans now, if you can. If you do travel between Nov. 24 and Dec 13, expect changes to your plans and be flexible.
The sign most impacted is Sagittarius, of course. They may not believe it can happen to them, but Sagittarius is a most flexible sign, so travel will be okay. A Sagittarius would experience the changes as an adventure. However, if you are a Sagittarius please ask someone to double-check the details in any contract, or delay signing until after December 13. Gemini can experience mistakes in communication, so be careful and pay attention. Virgo can have a most irritating time of it because others are careless about details, and Pisces may not be paying attention at all. Aries and Leo have an easier time of it and can benefit from changes if you are flexible and creative. Getting your own way does not work during this three-week period. Libra can have changes in social plans - ouch! - do not panic, it is okay, just be your gracious self. Aquarius can have fun changes with friends. Cancer and Taurus adjust to changes in communication and perhaps interruptions. Flow with it. Scorpio and Capricorn are somewhat neutral with glitches, but not entirely so.
Remember that if your car, computer, printer or other electrical things malfunction, check the electrical connections. Be very careful - or better yet - do not sign papers until after December 13.
To have your very own personal interpretation for this retrograde Mercury time, contact Patty. To email her, click on pattytheastrologer@gmail.com Your email will go directly to her email inbox and she will answer you personally If you prefer personal contact, phone her at (302) 378-0579 and she will answer your call herself. If she is not at her desk, please leave your message on her voice mail and she will answer you when she returns.
Mercury goes direct - or apparently forward again - December 13, 2011.
Mercury is the planet closest to the Sun and revolves around the Sun more quickly than the other planets. Since it is faster than the others, there are times when it seems to go backwards. This can be compared to a faster-moving train passing a slower-moving train. The sensation of the people in the slower-moving train is that they are going backwards, which feels weird. This is what a Mercury retrograde time-period is like: weird. Mercury is the planet which rules, or is associated with, communication, especially the written word and contracts and electrical things. When Mercury is retrograde, when things glitch or go wrong, it is most likely because of an electrical malfunction, especially printers. If you purchased something electrical during a retrograde Mercury time-period, it could malfunction during a subsequent Mercury retrograde time-period.
Be very careful of signing papers and contracts, because there is the possibly there is a mistake which will be noticed during the next Mercury retrograde time-period. An example is the story of a friend who experienced a divorce which was final during a Mercury retrograde time. About a year later, during another Mercury retrograde time, his wife took him to court for more money. I recommended that he wait until after Mercury retrograde, but he “did not want astrology to rule his life.” His wife was awarded more money. This happened two more times, under two different Mercury retrograde times, and she received more money from him each time. One day he came to me, asking when Mercury would be retrograde, because she was taking him to court again, for yet more money; this time she asked for more than he earned or had. He took the advice and scheduled his court appearance after Mercury went direct. The judge not only denied her the latest request, but adjusted the payments to her for an amount he could give and still pay rent and eat. He was grateful for the information and did not criticize astrology any more.
Mercury is retrograde this time in Sagittarius, the sign of travel, foreign contacts, publishing and import/export. If you know you will travel during that time, it is wise for you to make your plans now, if you can. If you do travel between Nov. 24 and Dec 13, expect changes to your plans and be flexible.
The sign most impacted is Sagittarius, of course. They may not believe it can happen to them, but Sagittarius is a most flexible sign, so travel will be okay. A Sagittarius would experience the changes as an adventure. However, if you are a Sagittarius please ask someone to double-check the details in any contract, or delay signing until after December 13. Gemini can experience mistakes in communication, so be careful and pay attention. Virgo can have a most irritating time of it because others are careless about details, and Pisces may not be paying attention at all. Aries and Leo have an easier time of it and can benefit from changes if you are flexible and creative. Getting your own way does not work during this three-week period. Libra can have changes in social plans - ouch! - do not panic, it is okay, just be your gracious self. Aquarius can have fun changes with friends. Cancer and Taurus adjust to changes in communication and perhaps interruptions. Flow with it. Scorpio and Capricorn are somewhat neutral with glitches, but not entirely so.
Remember that if your car, computer, printer or other electrical things malfunction, check the electrical connections. Be very careful - or better yet - do not sign papers until after December 13.
To have your very own personal interpretation for this retrograde Mercury time, contact Patty. To email her, click on pattytheastrologer@gmail.com Your email will go directly to her email inbox and she will answer you personally If you prefer personal contact, phone her at (302) 378-0579 and she will answer your call herself. If she is not at her desk, please leave your message on her voice mail and she will answer you when she returns.
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