Mercury in Libra 2021~ Late August Astrology

Hello Everyone!

Quick note so you know what's going on at Leaping Waters, my studio space in South Portland. I am having such a great time and would love to welcome you at the door Sundays/Wednesdays. If yoga is not at all of interest to you, consider Ben Carroll's Sound Healing Journey on October 3rd, 4-6 pm here.

There are about 6 spaces left in the Sound Healing workshop. Reserve now. Proof of COVID 19 Vaccination is required for all events.

Sundays~ Aerial Yoga (beginner friendly) 9:00-10:00 am & Aug 29th an extra 11 am-12:00~ 6 spots left $30 or 4 class pass $100

Restore 4:00-5:00 pm purely Restorative Yoga. I can teach it virtually as well, if you'd rather zoom. $18 or 10 class pass $145

Workshops vary & happen nearly every Sunday! See www.Leapingwatersyoga.com

Wednesdays~ Morning Yoga 7:30 - 8:30 am For virtual class, sign up at Breathing Room as we co-host! $18/20 or 10 class pass $145

Aerial Decompression (beginner friendly) 9:30-10:30 am special price Wed morning only $25 or 4 for $88

Chakra Flow 5:30-6:40 pm $18 or 10 for $145 For virtual sign up at Breathing Room 

I also do readings & other pop up classes & there will be more coming.

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Robin 

Sunday, August 29th, 2021: Taurus Moon with themes of employment, business, communications and ultimately, what creates abundance and prosperity. Choose a plan to stick with. Begin to alter a habit or create a new one. Physical wellness, movement and nourishment are a few areas to consider. Void Moon 10:59 am EST until 12:42 pm when the Moon enters Gemini. Socialize, study, write. Express your ideas. Mercury is at the cusp of Virgo/Libra and we're at the brink of mental shifts and moving toward objective evaluation. Today's color is Lavender.

Monday: Gemini Moon and Mercury in Libra as of 1:10 am EST. Air element rules the day and that means educational, intellectual, versatile thinking, writing and negotiating. Mercury in Libra may assist if you're trying to be objective, find a fair solution, and communicate harmoniously. Rules and philosophies will be developed and communicated. You could write a mission statement, policies or contracts today as the Sn and Moon square and Saturn is in harmony with the Moon. Some of this might be overdue or long in the works. Exercise your mind. Dates and friendly gatherings are favored tonight. Today's color is Yellow.

Tuesday: The Moon and Venus align at 12:30 am, in Gemini/Libra, continuing Monday vibes and adding some friendly or flirtatious messages or connections. Gemini Moon goes on to square Mars which may lead to strong criticism or difficult debates about how to do things or proceed. The Moon also squares Neptune. You may find you need to step back, find creative alternatives, or re-create a plan or vision. Seek clarity and ask questions. Try to see if there's unspoken or intentional secrecy about intentions. If you're unsure or distrustful, wait it out. At 4:48 pm EST, the vibe start to change, with a Moon/Jupiter trine for expanding on relationships & ideas, especially in groups and with colleagues. Void Moon begins and a social though potentially shifting or unreliable evening awaits. The Moon moves to Cancer overnight. Wear Light Blue.

Wednesday: Cancer Moon from 1:48 am EST. The Moon is waning. Emotional situations could be initially aggravated by the Moon square to Mercury, where terms and justice are involved. The Sun and Moon will harmonize though, at 8:52 pm EST. This earth/water combination just seems to work, soothing wounds, calming the waters, grounding in food, sensuality, tender care and nourishment of all kinds. Plan a simple, intimate evening and make a memory. Overall, lean into a gentle approach on this sensitive, tender day. Wear Blue. 

Thursday: Today looks quite mixed. Mars opposes Neptune. This involves matters of trust, emotional well being (or instability), and opposing ideals or approaches. This is not a time or week to push too hard, overextend yourself energetically, or be coerced into anything. In some cases, the deception will come from weak or destructive intentions. Cancer Moon squares Venus pointing out that what one person thinks is called for or fair can injure someone else's feelings. The difference between coming from emotional versus purely rational places will become obvious. The Moon is aligned with Uranus, Neptune and Mars. This looks like kind of a wild ride with highs or lows, things that make you go 'whoa' or 'wow', and actively shifting feelings. Wear Black today.

Friday: We are headed toward a Monday New Moon in Virgo. As the Moon diminishes in light, there's an opportunity to think and feel deeply, reflect and regroup. New announcements and endeavors may be best timed Monday night after 9 pm. New Moon is at 8:52 pm EST on the 6th. Moon opposite Pluto adds to the self check and reflection of waning Moon time. Do some journaling & meditation. Void Moon from then until 11:58 am EST. Leo Moon arrives to stimulate fun and adventure for the rest of the day. Today's color is Purple.

Saturday: Keep a bit of caution as the Moon is opposite Saturn and square Uranus.  The Saturn opposition may make things difficult, burdensome or involve extremes. And it contradicts Leo lightheartedness. This may involve our roles, responsibilities and group dynamics or decisions. The Moon square Uranus highlight stubbornness around inevitable change. The earth may seem to rock. Recognize what's not in your control. Lean in to senses of adjustment and transition. If today is a challenge or is filled with many frustrations or contradictions, remember that tomorrow could feel very different and New Moon is on the way. Mercury and Saturn align tonight for a bit of resolution and willingness to work things out. Seemingly overdue decisions and actions are coming as Saturn retrograde brings up lessons not yet learned and second or third chances. Wear Gold. 

Aquarius Full Moon Astrology ~ August 22nd-August 28th, 2021

Hello Everyone,

What a month this has been so far. New Moon fell on my birthday August 8th & since then I started a yoga business 2 days a week with aerial yoga, ropes wall, and other restorative and fun classes. Sundays coming up are full of special events, like Intro/Refresher Aerial Yoga workshops with Lily Dougher Hagerman (her September 12th workshop has a few spaces open! Email or go to the website to sign up), Sound Healing Journey with Ben Carroll on October 3rd, Floating Full Moon Yoga Nidra (sold out until October 20th. Sign up for Wed, Oct 20th 7 pm on the website or email me), and Aerial Yoga Teacher Training over 4 Sundays this fall.

Plus I started a radio show again and will bring Robin's Zodiac Zone to WMPG 90.9 in southern Maine & streaming at wmpg.org. My first show was Thursday, August 19th and my first Robin's Zodiac Zone themed show is Friday, August 20th from 1:30 to 3 pm with music for Full Moon, Leo season, and some bands or artists with upcoming concerts nearby. If you're catching this forecast in time, tune in! I do not yet have a permanent time weekly so stay tuned for random dates I'm on air. 

My own new pursuits, routines and changes reflect the atmosphere of change we're going through and processing. Give yourself time to integrate all the shifts, and check with your self to see if you're open and versatile or contracting and holding on to dated ideas and opinions. This Full Moon forecast includes about faces, potential reversals and breakthroughs. 

Open House at the studio, Leaping Waters Yoga and also Breathing Room, our sister studio, is Sunday, August 22nd 11 am- 2pm. Come feel out the space, enjoy live music outside 11:30 -1 pm, and meet some of our yoga community. The South Portland Farmer's Market is in the adjacent parking lot too!

Hope your Full Moon brings you joy and astonishes you in the best possible ways!

I'm starting a fund to support yoga for people in our recovery community, newly housed or in transitional living situations, and/or in marginalized groups. If you would like to help and contribute, donate through paypal and support my vision of a broader yoga community. Funds will immediately begin to filter out and invite new friends to practice. 

Gratefully,

Robin

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Sunday, August 22nd: A wildly energetic and assertive trine between Mars and Uranus at 2:38 am EST is reason to be extra cautious and thoughtful. Things can happen suddenly and without warning with these two planets involved. This may call for quick response or action, and activates the earth element. So it could feel like an earthquake, literally or symbolically. The Moon meets Jupiter less than an hour later, with a healing and expansive influence related to community, others, and our interconnectedness. This happens in Aquarius, sign of this morning's Full Moon. It's exact at 8:02 am EST, opposite the Sun in Leo, and the final lunar aspect of Leo season. Full Moon qualities and essence includes high drama, intensity, rebellion, originality, unusual events and accelerated timelines. Group energy and connections are highlighted by the sign Aquarius. This Full Moon speaks to the inevitable and to the future. Pressure may be felt where outdated ways of thinking, acting, deciding, communicating and interacting need to be replaced and updated. Void Moon from 8:02 am to 8:43 am when the Moon moves to Pisces followed by the Sun's move to Virgo at 5:35 pm EST. This is the final phase of summer, one more lunar month. Virgo Moon brings attention to health, self care and reorganizing for efficiency and harmony. Wear Gold today.

Monday: Venus aligns with Saturn and we're still in the wake of Full Moon. Relationship and partnership commitments, decisions and responsibilities to one another are emphasized. Agreements may come easily and feel necessary. Look for a sense of harmony and order in relationships and in group dynamics. This may also relate to policies that are fair and create a sense of ease and relief. Pisces Moon aligns with Uranus in Taurus for original and creative responses and emotional awareness and awakening. Realizations are one effect. Suddenly understanding why you feel a certain way or how your feelings are changing is one example. The Moon opposes Mars and Mercury. We could feel agitated by emotional processing that's needed, and we may find ourselves on obviously opposite sides with people who think differently. Share ideas where the environment is welcoming or if you have an opening, however this is not a time to push too hard. Sensitivities are high and passive aggression is something you may notice under this aspect (Moon opposite Mars specifically). Bathe in healing waters, give yourself some personal time, and recognize rest as essential to clear functioning. Today's color is Blue.

Tuesday: Pisces Moon meets Neptune and joins powers with Pluto. All of this relates to our innermost feelings and thoughts, the subconscious, imagination, and inner dialogue. Are you being kind to yourself? Are you forgiving and otherwise creating peace with your past or a past version of your life? I encourage you to be gentle with yourself today. Others may seem lost in thought, dreams or denial. Some of us will get very creative and work with our vision. Void Moon increases floaty, drifty feelings and ungrounding from 5:12 am to 2:57 pm EST. Aries Moon may feel like a cup of coffee, a quick pickup in pace or energy after this. Tonight's Mercury/Neptune opposition keeps Neptune's visionary vibe alive though, and writers, artists and other creative workers make their magic, alone or together. Topics include mystical, metaphysical, and environmental inspiration. Light Blue.

Wednesday: Aries Moon aligns with Saturn. This may relate back to Venus and Saturn trine on Monday morning. We'll tend to act on how we feel. Make sure that's not too quick, overly forceful or impulsive.  The Moon opposes Venus and differences of opinion and method are likely. Aries Moon can bring up our inner aggressor. Venus in Libra wants harmony. Hold the line where justice is concerned. Fairness is today's theme. Notice if you are too self involved or if someone else is. Respond accordingly. Aries Moon time is for progress. Make sensible progress today. Wear Orange. 

Thursday: Mercury and Pluto form a trine. This helps us sort our feelings and leads to reflection. It's a great day to journal, to express ideas on paper or written form, and to engage in something therapeutic for your mind. The Moon squares Pluto and if you feel resistant to doing the inner work, that's one effect. The square is beneficial for working through the tough stuff, if you can manage. This is how progress is achieved. Take initiative in healthy ways today, for yourself or for others. Aries Moon is always an opportunity to see if give and take, self and others, are in balance. The Moon makes a final aspect to Jupiter, in harmony, before moving on to Taurus. It could lead to a social, night, to a beneficial connection, and to acting on and expanding on ideas or forming groups. Void Moon 5:14 pm EST into the overnight. Today's color is Green.

Friday: Taurus Moon time from 12:27 am EST. The Moon and Sun are in harmony, in earth signs, and we may feel grounded, in sync, ready to order and organize, and ready to complete tasks. Connect heart, hands and mind as you go about your routine. It may be a very new routine or a transitional time. Notice what seems to work well for  you now, what approach you are trying out or altering, your ability to be flexible, and how your gut feels. This can be your intuitive gut or the digestive belly itself. It may tell you when something is off and needs a new approach, or less heaviness or more to process if you've been feeling uninspired. Pick up a book or watch a video on how to do something interesting! Later, the Moon squares Saturn in Aquarius. Saturn is retrograde along with some other planets. This leads to redoing or revisiting a lesson not quite integrated. This one may have to do with how you connect to other people and what your approaches are. If you are being overly conservative or overly radical, the lesson may be found there. Would another approach be a positive or necessary update? Observe any inner programming that is exactly that..so you can release, adjust or modify and be more authentically you. Today's color is Brown.

Saturday: Taurus Moon meets Uranus. This happens monthly, and this time may relate to Full Moon events from the past 7-8 days. You may have figured out how to respond to something that came up unexpectedly and was unplanned. Taurus is an earth sign and is about the action and approach. It's a sign of 'how to' and favors constructive and methodical approaches. Apply that to anything that feels like chaos or wild uncertainty. Develop plans A & B. The Moon aligns with Mars for putting things into effect. Taurus Moon and Neptune harmonize so that creativity and vision are incorporated and you don't become too rigid or fixed.  Keep a sense of imagination and possibility even as you decide upon something and act on that. Pink is today's color. 

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Sound Healing with Ben Carroll is filling right up. Comfortable distancing in consideration for personal space at this October 3rd workshop. Sunday, 10-3-21 from 4-6 pm. 

Aerial Yoga Teacher Training with Lily is October 17th-November 7th, a month of Sundays 11-5

You do not have to be a yoga teacher to take this training. Sign up or ask for an info session.

Fill your soul! Find other offerings at the website, especially the classes and events sections.

Astrology for August 15th-21st, 2021

 Full Moon is coming, August 22nd in the sign Aquarius.

Sunday, August 15th: Scorpio Moon engaging with 5 planets for a variety of emotions and influences. Bask in the chill waters of a Neptune trine which might help you paint something beautiful (and probably blue) or may lend itself to doing nothing much at all. The Moon aligning with Pluto is not much different. This all connects us to our inner world of dreams, imagination and feelings. Try not to rush anything. The Moon also squares the Sun in Leo and Jupiter retrograde in Aquarius. Creating and manifesting is the result if one works through the challenges or differences these squares highlight. Give it a bit of extra energy and see how a problem or block is actually the catalyst for something even better and more dynamic than the original idea. Finally at 11:05 pm EST, the Moon aligns with Venus for romance, love, and seeing eye to eye. Immerse yourself and engage fully in whatever is most important. Void Moon is only 7 minutes long and the Moon moves to Sagittarius then. Today's color is Purple.

Monday, August 16th: Venus enters Libra at 12:27 am. This is a welcome influence if you and your partner have been criticizing each other, nitpicking or overly analytical and focused on money, for example. Venus in Libra can also have challenges, but generally it's a sweeter sign for the planet of love and harmony. Focus on fair and just outcomes and balanced give and take. Sagittarius Moon, with two squares and a planetary sextile to Saturn, gives us a sense of intention and needing to be focused and directed. Frustration level may amp up easily if we're not getting what we want or feel like something isn't progressing. The squares to Mercury and Mars indicate some planning and scheduling problems. Alternate approaches are needed today and that will require some flexibility. Red is today's color. 

Tuesday: Sagittarius Moon thinks big and lends more optimism and motivation, with a trine to the Sun in Leo and a sextile to Jupiter in Aquarius. The one square today is overshadowed by these two harmonious aspects. Some favored areas include educational decisions, travel plans, changing and developing roles in groups or at work, and anything you're growing into. It's a great day for reading, learning and experiencing new things. The Moon is between New and Full and a new burst of fire element helps with momentum and mood. The Sun Neptune square is a reminder not to give up or ignore. Void Moon begins at 9:43 pm EST. Today's color is Gold. 

Wednesday: Capricorn Moon moves in at 1:58 am EST, with a business like attitude and response to due dates and project pressure. We may feel best being constructive and focused on tasks. The Moon is in harmony with Mercury and Mars, and those two planets meet, which increases their powers. Planning, thinking, manifesting, taking action-that's what today is about. One can get really caught up in a project or even a family matter. Remember to also rest. Set a timer or some parameters on work and weave in some exercise as Capricorn is a physical earth sign. Notice how you feel physically and take care of your self as you also immerse in the to do list or a bigger endeavor that requires lots of energy. Today's color is Green.

Thursday: Capricorn Moon aligns with Uranus, Neptune and Pluto, all which are outer planets, further from earth. This may have a philosophical effect, such as defining how you feel and what you believe about some thing(s). The Moon and Pluto meet directly which is an opportunity or reason to check in with self confidence vs self doubt. Deep inside, what do you truly know about yourself and your place in any other situation? Tune to intuition and inner knowing. They are one and the same. Void Moon 7:59 am EST, until Friday early morning. 

The Sun and Jupiter are opposite, in Leo and Aquarius, a call to growth, taking big steps, and possibly getting out of your comfort zone. On a side note, Uranus turns retrograde in Taurus at 9:40 pm EST. Depending on your personal chart, this may bring about inner changes in response to the changing world, or you could notice this more as the world changing in response to events. (For me, Uranus in the first house of my chart could indicate I'll feel this personally, for example.) Uranus is retrograde for 40% of our lives, with a retracing of degrees every year. So you may feel this as nothing unusual at all, just the world turning. Blue is today's color. 

Friday: The Moon will be Full on Sunday morning. Generally, energies are strong, amplified and related to major changes. Mercury is the first planet to form an aspect with Uranus retrograde. This can mean quick and necessary changes of plan or way of thinking. Problem solving and unusual or new ways of dealing with things are likely effects. The Moon changes signs at 4:49 am EST, the same hour as that conjunction. Could so much activity wake us out of a sound sleep earlier than usual? Today likely gets going right away with news, things to take care of and adjust, loving or friendly communication between friends and partners as the Moon aligns with Venus, and firm boundaries or meaningful commitments as the Moon and Saturn meet at 7:55 pm EST. Today's color is Turquoise. 

Saturday: Aquarius Moon squares Uranus, so as you might now realize, the planet of rebellion, accelerated change, technology and invention, and your most eclectic friends, has been very influential this week. Though Uranus is long term retrograde, the lunar and planetary aspects blasted right in. If you're feeling a real swing, sudden flip flop, unforeseen problem, or really desiring something different and unique now, you're in the Uranus stream of change. Today's square points out stubborn aspects related to necessary change in approach, way of thinking, way of acting or adjustment to someone else's imposed changes. We're also approaching a Uranus/Mars trine overnight which can be precarious and linked with very sudden action or movement. Avoid things that feel uncertain, risky or unsafe. The trine is at 2:38 am EST on Sunday and close to Full Moon time at 8:02 am EST. Wear White.

Sunday is Open House at Leaping Waters Yoga 

146 Ocean Street South Portland, Maine from 11 am to 2 pm. 

*Covid19 vaccination proof required for all events and activities at Leaping Waters*

Wishing you peace of heart & mind!

Robin

New Moon in Leo August 8th & August 8-14th Astrology

Sunday: This New Moon in Leo has a rad, rockin' aspect to Uranus in Taurus. Stuck energy may be rattled until it lets go, giving way to fresh and necessary perspective, opportunities and ways of being. We may find out that holding on is too painful or limiting, and brave steps must be taken. Some will find this wonderfully energizing and motivating while some may resist and feel fearful. Anxieties are likely with the Uranus effect. Mercury is also not far from New Moon and Sun, and so plans and decisions will go forward faster than you might expect. Leo is the sign of children, teachers, all who perform and share their art, and also leaders and people in politics. News and changes in these areas spark with Leo New Moon. It's a great time to plunge into new learning or commit to a program that starts in a month or even during the next 6 months.  One thing this New Moon may not bring is calm, settled, quiet feelings. Breathe well through shifts and changes, travels and studies. White is our New Moon color.

Monday: New Moon meets Mercury at 1:45 am EST, and opposes Jupiter at 8:23 am before moving void of course just until 10:56 am EST. The Jupiter opposition involves how big and bold to go, or how much to scale down. This may relate especially to events, educational plans and collaborative projects. Travel plans may come into question, such as do we go on the trip we postponed or do we wait longer? Jupiter is currently retrograde for revisiting questions and decisions in any of these areas. New Moon signals fresh approaches and feeling things with a renewed, open heart. Virgo Moon time begins, and tonight the Moon and Mars ignite step by step, organized plans and concrete action on your motivations and heart's desires. If it's not what you want, this is a time to do something about it. Venus opposes Neptune for romance, even if it's a fleeting connection. Artistic sensibilities stir. Monday's color is Indigo.

Tuesday: Virgo Moon aligns with Uranus in Taurus, the planet that was a huge influence on Sunday's New Moon. Uranus would be your spontaneous, maybe rebellious friend prompting you to just take the leap, brave the unknown, and shake everything up. Virgo Moon balances that with sensible and methodical approaches. Change it all up, but with a flexible plan and earth centered wisdom. Make the change real and tangible rather than holding onto a bunch of ideas you never take action on. Wear Brown.

Wednesday: Virgo Moon with an interesting trio of planetary aspects. First, Neptune and the Moon oppose. This could result in unreliability, whether it be people or plans that fall through. The upside could be romance and dreamy drifting today. The Moon also meets Venus. We may look for perfection in our lover and love life. It's also a good conjunction for working with detail and design. The Moon then aligns with Pluto giving life to our desires and dreams. Try not to hold back or be shy with what rises as truth and self expression, from inside. Be yourself. Let judgments dissolve as you feel what's authentic. Venus also joins forces with Pluto tonight for beautiful manifestations from the inner world of dreams and love. Virgo is about helping, serving and offering. Offer your gifts to the world unabashedly. All this before 7:22 am EST! Void Moon 7:22 to 4:08 pm EST. It might not be the finest time for accomplishing, but it could be an excellent time to drift and see where life takes you. Libra Moon follows, and Mercury moves to Virgo for a few weeks beginning at 5:57 pm EST. Today's color is Lavender.

Thursday: Serious decisions and negotiations are timed with this Libra Moon. The Moon and Saturn retrograde are in harmony. Revisit a collaboration, commitment, legal matter or other important decision. Remember that Sunday's New Moon continues to empower things begun or renewed this week and through August 22nd Full Moon. Today's color is Black.

Friday: Libra Moon in harmony with the Sun in Leo for extroverts, connections, social events, performances and even new romantic attractions and relationships.  Arts events are favored. Go out dancing or have your own dance party! Libra is a sign of grace and benefits from movement to dust out the mental cobwebs. Celebrate an achievement or decision made this week. Try not to let old anxieties get the best of your energy. Now is NOT then. Train your inner voice away from self criticism. Feel your place and connection with someone or within a group as the Moon and Jupiter form a happy trine. Void Moon 4:39 pm to 8:01 pm EST. Scorpio's emotional waters run deep tonight. That does not have to be a negative thing. Are you willing to delve deeper, feel more, understand fully? Wear dark Red, such as maroon and wine colors. 

Saturday: Scorpio Moon in harmony with Mercury and Mars in Virgo, square to retrograde Saturn, and opposite Uranus. Uranus electrifies whatever is brewing, and can lead to bursts of invention and creativity and to stubborn disagreements as well. Today could be difficult or magical, but one thing's for sure, it will not be boring or stagnant. We are rolling through changes. The Virgo planets help the planning and the actions. Think things out well, avoid unnecessary stubbornness, stay persistent with whom or what's most important and dear, and be willing to change on the fly if needed. Black is today's color. 

Sunday: Somehow Sunday snuck in again this week! I wrote it without thinking. This is an important day for me as my business Leaping Waters opens! And sure enough it's a Scorpio Moon engaging with 5 planets for a variety of emotions and influences. (My own Moon sign is Scorpio and New Moon was on my birthday one week back! My home was also purchased and moved into during a Scorpio Moon in the summer of 2000. There are no coincidences, really.) Bask in the chill waters of a Neptune trine which might help you paint something beautiful (and probably blue) or may lend itself to doing nothing much at all. The Moon aligning with Pluto is not much different. This all connects us to our inner world of dreams, imagination and feelings. Try not to rush anything. The Moon also squares the Sun in Leo and Jupiter retrograde in Aquarius. Creating and manifesting is the result if one works through the challenges or differences these squares highlight. Give it a bit of extra energy and see how a problem or block is actually the catalyst for something even better and more dynamic than the original idea. Finally at 11:05 pm EST, the Moon aligns with Venus for romance, love, and seeing eye to eye. Immerse yourself and engage fully in whatever is most important. Void Moon is only 7 minutes long and the Moon moves to Sagittarius then. Today's color is Purple.

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August 15th, Sunday, Aerial Decompression class 9-10 am

Classic Restore (non aerial, restorative and easy on the body) 4-5 pm

I hope August is good to you this year. 

Robin