Mercury is going Retrograde again!

Mercury goes retrograde on January 21, 2015 at 17 degrees Aquarius. It goes direct on February 11 at 1 degree Aquarius. One value of astrology is knowing these time periods in order to plan.

You know that when Mercury goes retrograde, communications go awry. We already have many Sun flares upsetting the atmosphere, and this will add to it. The normal precautions are to purchase electronics before or after the Mercury retrograde period. I know, you say what difference does it make? It may seem that your new electronics, especially printers and phones, are working well. They may, but the next Mercury retrograde time they could malfunction or fail altogether.

The other caution is to avoid listing or selling your home, making legal agreements or signing legal papers between January 21 and February 11 because something will either be left out or wrong. Guess what? It will be noticed at the next retrograde Mercury period, which is not a good time to fix something that was initiated during the previous Mercury retrograde period.

On a personal note, a friend was going through property settlement and alimony negotiations and went to court during a Mercury retrograde time. The judge ruled against my friend. His wife took him to court four months later under another retrograde Mercury, asking for more alimony, which she was awarded. He would not listen to the advice to change the court date when Mercury was not retrograde. Lo and behold, she took him to court again, on the third instance of the Mercury retrograde. She was asking for another increase in alimony, which was more than his income! He finally called me to find out when Mercury would not be retrograde and had the court date changed to a better time. When they went to court the third time, the judge awarded her a reasonable alimony that he could afford.

With Mercury retrograde in the sign of Aquarius, expect misunderstandings in communications with group activities, in addition to glitches in travel and your computers, printers and phones. Aquarius is associated with groups, new inventions, changes and the unusual. The patron planet of Aquarius is Uranus, the planet that changes the old to make room for the new, and under a retrograde Mercury it could be interesting, indeed.

This also means Aquarius people could experience the most difficulty, so be prepared. The love planet of Venus is in the sign of Aquarius, also, adding to the possibly of apparent distance and control issues in relationships, especially for Leo, Taurus and Scorpio. Aquarius is the sign of non-attachment, freedom and friends. So, if your loved one is not so close, allow them the freedom they need until the end of January, when Venus goes into Pisces, and they will want to be affectionate again.

When you have a reading with Patty, the retrograde Mercury time periods are included in your explanation package.   

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Meet King Sagittarius

King Sagittarius flew to his estate with his Knight Jupiter, the biggest knight in the zodiac. They had traveled all over the cosmos, absorbing new information as they went. After all, King Sagittarius wants to be the most learned of the Kings, so he has to see all the lands and cultures he can.

He said to Jupiter: winter is coming, so let’s give a big banquet in thanksgiving for their friendship and the bounty of the land. Knight Jupiter thought that was a grand idea. King Sagittarius called King Aries, asking him to take the initiative to contact the other kings because King Aries likes to meet new people and King Sagittarius would be traveling again before the party. Then he called King Leo, asking him if the Sun would radiate the party with his warmth, and help to create an opulent affair.

King Sagittarius realized he does not always have the best approach to the sensitive kings, so he called on King Gemini to help him with communication. King Sagittarius and King Gemini are opposites, and although they get along most of the time, both kings enjoy spirited conversations.  However, for the feast, they decided to be as harmonious as possible.

They would need the food of King Virgo’s harvest, so King Virgo was asked if he would donate the bounty of his harvest to the party. Kings Taurus (Virgo’s friend) and Cancer were asked to prepare the food. The Kings Taurus and Cancer are the hardest for King Sagittarius to understand because they are so different from him, but since King Sagittarius is a peacemaker, he put that aside so the party would have the best food. King Cancer then asked his buddy, King Scorpio, to help manage the preparations.

King Aries contacted his opposite, King Libra, asking if he would help King Leo bring opulent settings to the party. Both Kings Leo and Libra like beautiful, luxurious settings, so King Leo created the sumptuous decorations and King Libra created attractive food presentations.

King Sagittarius realized that Kings Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces had not yet been visited by the other kings and did not know King Aries, so he sent Knight Jupiter to invite them. King Capricorn is very quiet with new people and at first did not answer. But after a while, he accepted, to at least meet the zodiac family and enjoy good food, even though he would have to take time off work. King Aquarius was delighted to meet new people and make new friends. King Pisces is shy, so Knight Jupiter had to persuade him that it would be okay.

The day of the feast was nice and warm, thanks to Knight Sun. As the party went into the night, Lady Moon shined her brightest to light the party. King Sagittarius welcomed everybody, including some unexpected visitors from the solar system. King Sagittarius enjoys those from all walks of life, no matter what. He also loves to receive unexpected visitors, as he is sometimes an unexpected visitor to other king’s castles.

King Sagittarius showed the other kings his magnificent horses, (a few of which could fly) which had a large barn and very expansive pastures. For a while the kings talked about their pets, but then went inside to enjoy the thanksgiving banquet.

King Gemini talked and talked, charming everybody. King Libra met King Aquarius and they got along, with King Libra helping King Aquarius not to be so outspoken and to soften King Aquarius’ desire to control the gathering. King Gemini helped King Aquarius see the other king's points of view.

King Taurus was aghast at King Leo’s expenditures, thinking it was too expensive and was amazed at the generosity of King Virgo’s harvest, but enjoyed the food. Kings Taurus and Virgo get along, and they both get along with King Cancer, so they all talked about food, work and money. King Capricorn wandered over and discovered that he, too, has a lot in common with Kings Taurus and Virgo. He was a little wary of his opposite, King Cancer, who is more emotional than King Capricorn likes, at least in public. However, King Cancer likes to make people feel at home, so he did his best to make King Capricorn comfortable.

King Libra is also very charming, telling people how nice they are and how beautiful their outfits were. He was dressed in his best outfit and his very best crown, to impress others without having to say anything. Kings Libra, Cancer and Capricorn are leaders and competitive, so they spared over who would begin the next venture. The other leader, King Aries was on his own, talking with everybody.

King Scorpio noticed that King Pisces was almost trying to invisible, so he asked King Cancer to help him approach King Pisces to make him feel comfortable. In conversation, they realized King Pisces was a creative king, who enjoyed music, art and the dance, and could mimic others. They decided it would be nice of they could get together some time after the winter.

King Aries was going from group to group. King Aries has a great sense of humor and was telling funny stories. But... when he had the group’s attention, he would say something just a little out of the way and leave to meet more people. If you watched closely, you would notice the group King Aries just left was having heated conversations.

What happened to the knights? They had their own party in the chariot castle. Knight Sun was radiating beautifully, making sure the others noticed and admired him. Knight Mars started a fire for atmosphere and flirted with Ladies Moon and Venus who thought he was a little forward. Knight Mercury flew about, talking and flirting with everybody. Knight Pluto is quiet, but watches before he takes any initiative. Finally, Knight Pluto approached Lady Moon and they got along well; Lady Moon liked his strength. When Knight Pluto talked with Lady Venus, she was wary of his intensity, and backed off. Knight Jupiter made sure the other knights and the ladies had plenty of food and wine. This was the first time they had met Knight Saturn, who was serious and talked about his King Capricorn’s work. It was also the first time they had met Knight Uranus, who was friendly, but they realized he truly was a free spirit and loves change. Knight Neptune was elusive and so ethereal, sometimes he could be seen and sometimes not. 

When it got late, you could see the fire Kings, Aries, Leo and Sagittarius in a group with the air Kings Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. They are outgoing and enjoyed their sparkling conversations.

The earth Kings, Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn were in a group with the water Kings, Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. These kings are a little more shy and introspective and feel safe with each other.

Finally the party ended. King Aquarius managed calling the Knights and getting all the chariots together. Kings Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra and Aquarius had flying chariots; Kings Taurus and Virgo had land chariots, Kings Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces had boat chariots. They all told King Capricorn they would visit his castle on the top of the mountain the next month. King Capricorn likes to be prepared, so he was happy they told him so he could be ready. King Capricorn had a strong, sturdy land chariot that could climb mountains, pulled by a mountain goat. Of course, King Sagittarius was already home. 



All agreed it was a wonderful party.

Venus and the Sun go into Sagittarius

Sunday, November 16, Venus goes into the sign of Sagittarius through December 10. Your loved one becomes more independent, although creatively romantic. Give them space and you will be pleasantly surprised.

This is a pleasant time for Sagittarius, who is liked and welcomed. However, Gemini may experience your loved one either disagreeing with you or wanting to go on a trip with friends instead of being close. Aries and Leo are happy with new adventures and good social life. Libra and Aquarius have the opportunity to experience a trip, or at the very least happy love life. Taurus and Cancer adjust to your loved one's independence feeling like they are not there; but they are. Scorpio and Capricorn are neutral. Virgo and Pisces may be irritated by your loved one's absence or talk about travel and ideas instead of common sense.

November 22 the Sun goes into Sagittarius through December 21. This is a cusp day, so some born on November 22 are Scorpio and some are Sagittarius; the Sun changes sign on a different day each year. You may ask Patty which sign someone is who was born on November 22 by contacting her here.

It is wonderful that Thanksgiving is during the reign of King Sagittarius, one of the most generous signs of the zodiac. Of course, nothing is by accident; someone knew what they were doing way back then.

Let's get on with how the Sun in Sagittarius acts. This is the time for Sagittarius to begin your creative projects and try to be a little diplomatic when communicating with Gemini because there could be tension between the two of you. Your interaction with Libra and Aquarius is good and easy, with Libra offering some diplomacy and Aquarius introducing you to their friends. Aries and Leo get along with you well, with Aries giving you the needed push to get going, and Leo offering to manage. Virgo could get irritated with your impulsive visit. Pisces may be quiet about your surprise visit, but quietly delight in your creativity. Taurus and Cancer adjust to your unexpected visit and requests. Scorpio and Capricorn are neutral.

To learn how these changes can personally affect you, contact Patty.

Forecast for week of Nov 9, 204

Dear Me, Intense Sun spots or flares continue to flare through the sign of Scorpio, so you may experience glitches or flickers with your communication devices. Mars and Pluto are in square with Uranus, so read on to learn of the potential for change and how it may relate to you.

This week, The Sun, Venus and Saturn are all in the sign of Scorpio in tense situation with Jupiter in Leo, portending financial tension between Leo and Scorpio. Mars and Pluto are in the sign of Capricorn, a very strong combination of force and determination. Capricorn may be very focused to lead and accomplish. They are both in a tense situation with Uranus, revealing changes in the world situation, especially oil, which is in a price drop. There could be corporate changes and publication of new inventions. Today, Monday, 10 November, the Sun and Moon are uncomfortable with each other, so just go with the flow. Scorpio and Gemini do not communicate well. Tomorrow, 10 November, the Moon goes into Cancer through November 12 at 1:44 p.m., when it goes into Leo. Today Mars and Pluto are in exact conjunction, so expect a surge of activity from or with your Capricorn. Cancer may have relationship challenges of leadership, with Aries and Libra dealing with impulsive changes. Taurus and Virgo enjoy harmonious work situations; Scorpio and Pisces offer to solve and sooth; Leo and Gemini adjust to the intensity and practicality of the day; Sagittarius and Aquarius are neutral. The eleventh is a nice, smooth day with harmonious emotions and communications. The water signs of Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces enjoy a nice day, with Cancer maybe impulsive. Aries, Libra and Capricorn may experience emotional challenges with family or food. However, Taurus and Virgo offer common sense to the situation. Gemini and Leo are neutral. Sagittarius and Aquarius adjust to the emotions of the day. November 12 the Moon goes into Leo through the 15th. Today Mars is in exact square with Uranus, so expect impulsive changes. The signs of Capricorn and Aries are especially restless and may experience a situation that breaks apart a stalemate. The signs of Cancer and Libra experience a day full of changes, so be prepared. Taurus and Virgo can present common-sense solutions; Leo and Sagittarius may be able to help if their advice is not too extravagant or escapist. The other signs may be involved in the change and need to just watch. However, Venus is conjunct (or married with) Saturn, indicating strict control of finances, including your future or portfolio. Scorpio is especially focused on financial planning. November 13 is another tense day between Scorpio and Leo, again probably about money, with Scorpio trying to reign in Leo's expenses. November 14 is the quarter Moon in the signs of Leo and Scorpio, so expect fairly intense control issues over money, with Scorpio asking Leo to account for high expenses. Taurus and Aquarius experience control issues, too, but milder than Leo and Scorpio. Aries and Sagittarius can help Leo, and Cancer and Pisces can help Scorpio. Gemini and Libra are the diplomats of the zodiac, who can also help Leo understand. If there would be any medical issues, they would involve the heart and reproductive organs. November 15 the Moon goes into Virgo at 2:08 a.m., through November 17. Emotions calm and attention turns to the details of the previous situations, communicated by Virgo. Taurus and Capricorn have a calm day; Cancer and Scorpio have the opportunity to interact pleasantly with Virgo. Pisces, Gemini and Sagittarius may be irritated because of requests for detail. Leo and Libra are neutral. Aries and Aquarius adjust to the shift of attention to detail. To learn how these changes can personally affect you, contact Patty.

Meet King Scorpio

Learn about King Scorpio and how he gets along with your sign.

King Scorpio plans far into the future, especially his money, which he wants to increase via investments. Knight Mars helps king Scorpio manage his insurance papers, stock portfolio, health insurance and other people's financial affairs. King Scorpio is very intense and seems to be secretive, but he only  plans thoroughly and does not want to communicate those plans until they are complete. King Scorpio is a very caring King and will help you, but you need to ask him. King Scorpio and his Knight Mars were on their dock next to the swamp, enjoying the humid atmosphere while they planned their future. Their chariot was hidden in the garage. Next-door neighbors King Libra and Lady Venus came to visit in their beautifully-balanced chariot. King Libra and Lady Venus talked about their last social event, how elegant it was and how everybody cooperated. Lady Venus wore a piece of jewelry in the form of a balance-scale. King Scorpio was intrigued with Lady Venus and tried in his mysterious way to woo her. King Libra did not like that, but was averse to causing a rift with King Scorpio so did not say anything. However, Lady Venus is strong while she is with King Libra, so she quietly told King Scorpio she was committed to King Libra and to leave her alone. Even though they are different, since they are next-door neighbors, they get along, especially since Lady Venus is complimentary and diplomatic so she is liked. King Virgo and Knight Mercury had visited last month. King Virgo is happy to have Knight Mercury take care of the details of King Scorpio's affairs. Both kings are discreet and don't like to talk about their affairs, so they get along well. They did talk about the wheat harvest that was planted during Taurus's month,though. Knight Mars, when he serves King Scorpio, gives a necessary push to King Scorpio to communicate and to actually do something about King Scorpio's decisions. Knight Mercury is quiet, practical and focused when he serves King Virgo. The month before, King Leo visited in his shining Sun chariot, lighting up the entire atmosphere. King Scorpio does not enjoy the spotlight and wants to be in control. Well, King Leo is the King of the Zodiac and expects to be in control, admired and obeyed, something King Scorpio is not wont to do. Their conversation was challenging, in that King Leo continually said to King Scorpio, "You will," with King Scorpio responding with, "I do not want to." King Scorpio talked about his long-term investments and savings, and King Leo talked about how much he spent on expensive, opulent things. Since this visit did not go very well, King Leo left early. The month before that, King Cancer and his Lady the Moon visited in their silver chariot, which is a boat. They docked at King Scorpio's and had a delightful visit. King Cancer is watery, like King Scorpio and Lady Moon and Knight Mars (with Scorpio) have an easy, friendly relationship. King Cancer is so psychic, he can intuit what King Scorpio is feeling. King Scorpio helps King Cancer with his investments and the philosophy of taking care of yourself before everybody else. King Cancer helps King Scorpio initiate activities, or does it for him. Both Kings enjoy the Lady Moon's silvery changeability. They had good feelings between them, good food and wine and enjoyed being on the dock in the nice, humid swamp with trees all around. Interestingly, scorpions were seen scampering along the ground and joined the crabs along the edge of the swamp.   A few months prior, King Gemini flew across King Scorpio's swamp and did not even see it. However, King Gemini's chariot is glittering, mercury-colored. Knight Mercury saw the reflection of their chariot on the water and maneuvered their way to land beside the dock. King Gemini is quick, changeable, talkative and so very airy. The atmosphere of the humid swamp dampened his energy and thoughts. It took King Scorpio so long to answer King Gemini's rapid-fire questions that seemed to have no connection, that King Gemini got bored. King Scorpio thought King Gemini was not serious enough and got bored, too. Since they did not have much in common, they left, to the relief of King Scorpio. When King Taurus visited, it was difficult. First of all, King Taurus did not want to leave his farm to visit King Scorpio's domain beside the swamp with scorpions around. Plus, Lady Venus charmed King Scorpio, who wanted to interact with her and King Taurus became jealous because he wanted Lady Venus all to himself. King Taurus likes to count pennies and manage the checkbook and does not truly understand King Scorpio's attention to long-range plans. King Scorpio got miffed at King Taurus' insistence on minutae and retreated into silence. Neither communicate well with each other, each wanting to be in control. So, after a short visit to become acquainted, King Taurus and Lady Venus got in their land chariot to visit another day When King Aries visited, it was weird. King Aries flew by so fast, he missed it. His fiery chariot, though, caused a reflection on the water, so Knight Mars knew to turn around and land beside the dock. King Aries strode with supreme self-confidence to King Scorpio's door and tried to just walk in. King Scorpio keeps his doors locked, which baffled King Aries: who would want to keep him out? Eventually, King Scorpio opened the door and walked outside to greet King Aries. King Scorpio's domain is his and he does not want just anybody intruding. King Aries' conversation was about his impulsive, creative and daring adventures, which amazed King Scorpio, who carefully plans almost everything. King Aries did not understand King Scorpio's silence and their conversation dwindled. Knight Mars was getting confused: was he supposed to be fast and daring, or focused and secretive? They left to everybody's relief. There is another Knight in the zodiac, who secretly serves King Scorpio: Knight Pluto, who helps King Scorpio understand life and death. Knight Pluto helps King Scorpio know when to end what is complete and let go. Knight Pluto's pet is an eagle, who flies high above problems to see everything in order to understand situations. Knight Pluto puts King Scorpio through very difficult emotional situations in order to transform King Scorpio into the Phoenix. After these ordeals, King Scorpio is a renewed, refocused person who has great understanding of human problems. This explanation of King Scorpio only describes how the signs get along, without the influence of the other planets, and your free will. For clear understanding of your relationships, Patty can help you. Contact her via email or phone at 302-378-0579.