2010
Mercury Retrogrades April 17- May 11 Aug 20 - Sep 12 Dec 10 - 30
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September 2009 Summer has been intense with surprising and shocking events courtesy of three eclipses. Closing out the last weeks of summer we get Mercury retrograde September 6 – 29. We begin to feel his antics September 1 so at this reading you are most likely too late to start new projects. Mercury retrograde periods are when we all can take a breather and retrace our actions and plans in order to refine the goofy stuff that comes to fore. While Mercury is retrograde we do not have all the details of most situations so all are smart to delay decisions until after he goes direct September 29. Once Mercury goes direct we will be able to resolve issues through mid October. At that time the coast is completely clear to proceed with plans and projects. Mercury initially goes retrograde in Libra late on September 6 and backs into Virgo late on September 17. During September 6-17 we will be reevaluating our personal and business relationships. Do not sign contracts, initiate any sort of deal, or start a legal process. Social gatherings will not make the grade and don’t even think of getting married during these days. Many of us will be dissatisfied with our honey, our wardrobe, and even the bedroom furniture. Once Mercury moves back into Virgo September 17, we will need to reconsider our health and dental care as we have to sort through the baloney we get from both sides of that debate. National and municipal services are in the news along with concerns about welfare, the food supply, and animal rights. On a personal level, many of us will consider the validity of our work and how we want to participate in our community. Once Mercury goes direct September 29 our questions and dilemmas begin to sort themselves in one way or another. Pluto, retrograde in Capricorn since April 4, goes direct September 11. Since last November 26 all of us born during the first few days of each sign have been most affected by Pluto. Pluto shifts our consciousness and shows us that which we have denied about ourselves personally and collectively. While Pluto has been retrograde many of us have felt powerless. Others have blatantly strived to grab power. While Pluto is direct until April 2010 we are able to take control of our situations that need to be changed. More corruption is sure to be discovered on the political and business front but rest assured changes are afoot. Although Jupiter is backing away from Neptune and Chiron in Aquarius these three are still affecting our desire to find peace and tranquility with our fellow beings on the planet. Uranus is thirty degrees away in Pisces and for the next sixty days Saturn is back to opposing Uranus along with a quincunx to Chiron and Neptune. This line-up means that we are back to similar events that were taking place during the presidential primaries and election. Change and growth are battling the status quo over the next sixty days both on the world scene and in our individual lives. Cooperation, collaboration, and collusion are all part of our shifting alliances as we all make new friends, create new enemies, and hopscotch through more than one pitfall to our existence. Saturn trine the north node compels us to seek our goals. These energies are sure to have us in what will seem to be a perpetual tug of war. This sounds negative for those who live in the world of good and bad, but this is merely a process of distilling our lives to a purer form as we embark in this new age. This is most evident September 11- 17 as Venus passing through the late degrees of Leo forms angles to Jupiter, Neptune, Chiron, Uranus and Saturn. This dose of optimism is sure to afford us the impetus to press on in our pursuits. However, the Sun crossing Saturn and opposing Uranus reminds us there is no straight path to our goals. September 3 Mercury, set to go retrograde in Libra, is ninety degrees from Mars in Cancer. Many of us are frustrated and arguments are sure to occur. Cancer and Libra are especially off kilter so don’t expect a fair or balanced approach from these two signs. Use caution to avoid accidents and watch your words with anyone who has the power. September 4 The full Moon occurs in Pisces 11:03 am CDT. This one is much less intense as the last two, but any full Moon stirs our emotions and brings forth completions. Pisces is a sign of compassion and creativity. It is also the window to our higher self. Take time out for contemplation or even meditation. Our window is now open to the deeper meaning of life. September 17 Today is already an intense day given the current aspects, but Mercury retrograde in Libra ninety degrees from Pluto in Capricorn adds an extra punch of seriousness. Talk is full of pressure and coercion. Debates are heated. Check your facts and don’t be the one who is lying; otherwise you may be labeled a hypocrite. September 18 The new Moon occurs at 1:44 pm CDT in Virgo. This event is conjunct Saturn and opposite Uranus. This new Moon makes us very aware of the crossroads we have come to at this point in time. In the weeks to come we will be examining conventional wisdom with unconventional ideas. Those of us born at the middle of any month are faced with important beginnings and life choices in the weeks and months ahead. Consider your material goals. They can be accomplished. Since Mercury is currently retrograde, all are wise to wait until the next new Moon October 17/18 to get started. September 20 The Sun about to leave Virgo is conjunct Mercury. Since Mercury is retrograde there are details to reconsider plus not all the information is available. Hang out and don’t make decisions just yet Venus enters Virgo until October 14 and is one hundred twenty degrees from Pluto. While Venus transits Virgo until mid October we will be concerned with our diet and how what we eat affects our health and beauty. Today is especially exciting where love and relationships are concerned. Otherwise avoid the tendency to criticize your loved ones while Venus winds her way through Virgo. September 22 Mercury still retrograde in Virgo is conjunct Saturn. This can be a downer day due to unexpected news. Those of us born at the middle of any month are especially pushed and pulled in more than one direction. The Sun enters Libra until October 22. This first day of fall begins the period of time when we focus on our business and love relationships. Libra is at their yearly peak and has the zeal to accomplish their agenda. Just get started after mid October. September 23 The Sun now in Libra is ninety degrees from Pluto in Capricorn. Those of us born in the first days of any sign are especially tested. We are sure to be challenged by bosses and bossy people. Prepare to maintain your position or be ready to make necessary changes. That which cannot be upheld will have to be rebuilt. Mercury in Virgo is opposite Uranus in Pisces. Think before speaking and check your calendar before heading out to any appointment so that you arrive at the appointed time. September 30 Mercury is sixty degrees from Mars still in Cancer. This last aspect of the month has many of us in a healthy debate. Some of us are enjoy pushing others’ buttons but the rest of us can accomplish real results with real facts. Virgo, Aug 23 - Sep 22Contemplate the best ways to make the most of your financial status. Once Mercury goes retrograde September 6 you will be taking a close look at your relationship the stuff you value as well as your business relationships. When Mercury backs into Virgo September 17 you need extra time to revise plans and rest when your body dictates. September is full of detours as Virgo winds their way through the need to innovate while keeping the practical side of life satisfied. Over the course of the next year, balance your relationships in order to be all that you want and satisfy your partners’ needs at the same time. You will be able to accomplish your desires if you try a fresh approach, but begin that next month. Best days 8th, 9th, 17th, 26th, 27th Libra, Sep 23 - Oct 22Delay new projects ?until October 18. Those born late September renew their process of rebirth while all Librans are pursuing a sense of security at home. Librans born October 8 and after receive special recognition and opportunities through mid January. Take steps to insure that you can pay the rent or mortgage. Some Librans are looking for a new place to find an added sense of balance. One ingredient of the process is where and how you do your work. Now is the time to reinvent your role at the office and in the community where you thrive. Your drive to achieve is strong as are repercussions if you step on the wrong toes. Take action to avoid chest colds or other illness. Best days 2nd, 11th, 20th , 28th, 29th Scorpio, Oct 23 -Nov 2Family dynamics ?are shifting for Scorpio as you deal with children emerging into adults and parents needing your assistance. This is the new territory you have been expecting but now its here and you must adapt in ways that you had not previously anticipated. The words you use must be chosen carefully so that you are not misunderstood by in-laws, friends, or other relations outside the immediate family. These fluxes in relationships are part of you putting the past to bed so that you can move into the future. Your beliefs are changing and growing and you are going new places that never imagined you would go both figuratively and in your real life world. Travel is favored but legal matters should be avoided if possible. Best days 13th, 21st Sagittarius, Nov 22 - Dec 21The plans and ?dreams you cherish will happen but not just yet. Lighten up and do try to be thankful even though each and every event seems to fall short of your expectations. Once Jupiter goes direct October 17 you are up and running to explore your world. The financial outlook starts to improve but still you will be making some serious career changes in years to come. Sagittarius’ relationship with bosses and family members is undergoing a change as you adopt new ways of interacting with these people when confrontations occur. Sharing is not easy now so take care of what is on the plate and do not venture into partnerships. Those born December 15- 22 are compelled to make changes due to the current dilemma. Best days 24th, 26th, 27th Capricorn, Dec 22 - Jan 19Capricorn is ?looking to new ways to manage life and the daily routine. Many of you are learning new skills and ways to market talents while others are developing better means to achieve their hearts desire. However, more than one career choice must be put on hold until next month. Consider your relationships with those of authority as well as Mom and Dad. Some goats will have to deal with parents’ health while others will have to deal with their own cold or bronchitis. Conflict comes to those who are not aware of other’s dissatisfaction. Expect others to behave crazy towards you for little or no reason. Now more than in the past you have the swagger to deal with those who wish to vanquish Capricorn. Best days 8th, 9th, 17th, 26th, 27th Aquarius, Jan 20 - Feb 18Throughout the ?next sixty days you can handle money and honey with new techniques that help your checkbook and your boudoir. Business partnerships and shared finances can be revamped with innovation and a lot of dollar stretching. Your work environment is intense all month as you go ninety miles an hour getting tasks accomplished and fixing other peoples’ mix-ups. Helpers are a pain in the neck more than once. Stay firm and give them stern guidance or they will have you doing all the work. Reevaluate your participation in more than one group endeavor. You most likely will decide to bow out of a cause you can no longer support. As September progresses mind your health. Rediscover the joy you once enjoyed in a special relationship. Best days 1st,2nd, 28th, 29th Pisces, Feb 19-Mar 20Pisces, especially those born late in this sign, are balancing relationships of all sorts. Knowing when to compromise and when to push for your way is not a science. Set boundaries with those who drain your energy. The rules of your world are changing and so is you philosophy. Pisces are in uncharted territory. You do have the stamina to accomplish what you want. Speak up especially where children and other loved ones are concerned. You may have to step on some toes to get others to see the light. As the month progresses be kind to your feet and reconsider group endeavors. Your ideals are straying from a group purpose. Your energy is up and down so rest when your body gives you that signal. Best days 13th, 21st Aries, Mar 21 - Apr 19Aries is active and ?agitated throughout the course of September. Choose your battles and your words wisely as there are people in your life who want to argue just for the sake of the exercise. As a result some of you will find yourselves in a quarrel for reasons that are not relevant to Aries. Then there are others who have a legitimate reason to disagree with your wishes, plans, or style. Instead of jousting, channel your abundant vigor into home projects that get the homestead fixed the way you want it arranged. Projects are more extensive than first planned, but you will be happy with the results. When possible get away from the office. While the month progresses so will your career challenges. Best days 7th, 24th Taurus, Apr 20 - May 20Bulls have an agenda ?and a message they wish to get across to their world at large. You may want to take your enthusiasm down a notch, though, because your friends and loved ones are a bit put off by your insistence. Restructure your methods of communication and adjust your tone of voice in order to bring others around to your way of thinking. Keep your prejudices to yourself and take a deep breath before getting in line at the post office. Those born during mid May must be accountable for the wellbeing of many others. Your abilities insure future success. Use caution in all modes of transportation and take some time to rest as your nerves are a bit frazzled due the hectic schedule. Best days 7th, 24th Gemini, May 21 - Jun 21Mercury retrograde ?September 7 -29 has Gemini retracing and rechecking tasks that have already been performed. Your speculative abilities are a bit off as well as your ability to get the message across to certain people in your life. Choose your words very carefully with children. Family matters require your attention right when you want to escape from the usual routine. Change your approach with parents and other authorities and you will transform your circumstances. Money matters have Gemini hopping to make quotas. Not to worry, the financial drain is not permanent. However, unexpected expenses are upsetting. Happy news and surprises arrive at mid month even for those going through the most challenging changes. Those born mid June are certain to turn important corners in life. Best days 1st, 2nd, 10th, 28th, 29th Cancer, Jun 22 - Jul 22Cancer is ready to tackle lots of physical activity. There is much you want to accomplish and those who get in your way can get their feelings hurt as you steamroll through. Your rush to have your way may be the one thing that subverts your efforts. Relationships of all sorts need to be changed and that is accomplished when Cancer re-invents they way you speak and interact with the world. Slow down and take time for a fun diversion mid month. Those born late in June are most prone to upsets and power struggles while crabs born mid July have the discipline to refine their lives. Now is the time to stand up for what you believe in while acknowledging other people’s opinions. Best days 4th, 13th, 21st, 22nd Leo, Jul 23 - Aug 22Leo is looking good and people find you to be extra warm and even more loving than usual. You can have your way, but you must think before speaking so that you make a good impression. On more than one occasion you will feel that others do not get your point of view. Your inner rumblings disturb you here and there while your committee members in spirit seem to be arguing as to how to guide you. Look to your new sense of values that have been developing since last summer and then formulate personal plans for the future. Avoid signing papers through September 17. After that mind your money matters by avoiding financial decision until mid October. Do not strain your throat or voice. Best days 7th, 8th, 24th |
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