Monday
Jupiter moved to Pisces last night and the Moon is also in the sign of the fish today. Pisces is artistic, flexible and compassionate. Knowing our boundaries is very important under the Pisces influence since the nicest of us can be taken advantage of easily. Venus also changes signs, sliding into Aquarius where she remains emotionally unattached and cool. It's still a very logical, practical time in love and relationship (versus the hopeless romantic of Venus in Pisces beginning February 11th). This is a good time for planning a future though and for making decisions as a duo or couple. Back to the Pisces Moon, it's in harmony with Mercury newly direct in Capricorn and we can blend creativity and logic well. Clearer communication is in the forecast. Answer messages and put things in writing or on the calendar more confidently today. Wear blue.
Tuesday
The Moon is in Pisces and this is the last day of Capricorn birthdays. It might be hard to get in the swing after a long weekend if you had a holiday Monday. The Pisces Moon makes us want to take our sweet time, ease in, and work at our own pace. There are no major angles in the zodiac today, but continuing to improve communication, get on the same page with each other, and re-start things that were put on hold during the holidays and Mercury retrograde time. With the Moon waxing, we can get projects and plan going. Pisces Moon is a good time to influence others so sway someone to your side today. Appeal to the heart. Do creative work, enjoy music and art today. Tonight the Sun moves to Aquarius at 11:28 pm EST. Wear silver.
Wednesday
The Sun is now in Aquarius and the Moon is void of course from 1:06 am until 1:36 pm. The overnight and morning are unpredictable and possibly accident prone so be careful in any questionable situations or places. The morning may not be very productive and is not a great time for decisions, but the afternoon kicks in with an Aries Moon in harmony with the Sun and it's game on! It might suddenly seem like everything that was stuck or postponed is happening at once now. Tonight the Moon works with Venus in Aquarius for quick decisions, plans and opportunities. The Moon's activity with Pluto and Saturn may be unsettling though especially if you've been trying to avoid realities. Be assertive but not too aggressive or headstrong tonight. Wear red.
Thursday
The Moon is in Aries, a sign that likes to direct and/or control things. The Moon and Mercury square off for power plays, debates, and battles of words. Who can outsmart who is the question! Power plays and attempts to be in charge create some conflicts and competitions. Aries Moon time is competitive in sports and games too. The Moon works with Mars and muscle becomes an issue as well! In fact in the end being stronger may be easier than trying to be smarter! Burn some energy today and tonight. Being lazy or bored will only be frustrating. Tonight make plans and do something! It's a good date night for Leo, Libra or Aquarius. Wear yellow.
Friday
It's an Aries Moon and the first half of the day is best for decisions and motivation until the void of course time hits at 2:47 pm. The afternoon and night are more scattered and potentially very spontaneous and fast paced. Games and competition will be appealing and possibly intense today. Venus and Saturn pull the reigns in where relationships are concerned. Getting some structure around partnerships in either love or buisness is in the forecast. You might be asked to name or define exactly what a relationship is and call it something now. Venus is in Aquarus and Saturn is in Libra and Leo and Aries are also most likely to experience this. Tonight the party gets crazy! This might be fun or a little out of control! Best not to play with fire literally or otherwise! The Moon moves to Taurus at 11:39 pm and things get a bit more conservative. Wear pink.
Saturday
The Taurus Moon puts us in the mood to work at things. Whether the body needs exercise or the mind needs focus, the Moon encourages us to have persistence and determintation. We won't tend to back down easily. With Jupiter and the Moon in harmony we'll want to do everything on a large scale. Venus and Mars are both out of sync with the Taurus Moon which means lots of effort is required in love and close relationships. Mercury does help with the negotiation process though, in Capricorn favoring the practical course of action. Tonight disagreements can happen easily. If someone seems to be in a bad mood, back off to keep the peace or be willing to fight it out. Today's color is green.
Sunday
The Moon is in Taurus all day. It's a very stubborn day as Taurus has a reputation for but that's also due to the Sun in Aquarius aligned with Saturn the planet of discipline and structure. Figuring out our limits and pushing the boundaries is in the forecast. We're not likely to want to back down, compromise or give up. Challenges might even be motivating! Expect the later hours of the day and night to be newsworthy or unusual. Take a deep breath before reacting tonight. The Moon is void of course from 10:03 pm to 6:11 am. Today's color is brown.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Oh No Not Again!
More on the retrogrades...Saturn joins the party today, January 13th and will be retrograde until May 28th. Saturn retrograde in Libra from now until April 7th strongly relates to couples and is a less than romantic influence. Relationships, including other one on one partnerships, become more about obligation than fun generally. Saturn delivers lessons and requires plenty of hard work. Sometimes Saturn retrograde is about learning to say no and stick up for ourselves. Create boundaries. Decide what's good for yourself, and then maybe you can determine whether your current relationship or partnership serves and suits you well.
From April 7th to May 28th, Saturn retrograde revisits Virgo bringing up challenges from last fall, particularly October. This period is meant for tying up loose ends and reevaluating commitments we made. Virgo is the sign of service to others and Saturn is limitations and obligations, so if you've taken on more than you bargained for it will be evident this spring!
In general, Saturn retrograde will impact 1 to 4 degrees of Libra-whether that's your Moon, Sun or rising sign, and those with Moon, Sun or rising signs in the last degree or two (toward the end) of Virgo. Establishing boundaries and knowing our own limits is the key to stability during a Saturn retrograde, which occurs for about 5 months. Life can't be put on hold and that's not the point of Saturn retrograde. It's about preparing for the next challenge, letting go of what doesn't work anymore, and figuring out how much you can actually manage without overdoing it.
Saturn rules structures, authority of all kinds, wisdom and experience, challenges, the elderly, antiques, health concerns, teeth and bones, ambitions, depression, past sadness or regrets, and restrictions. Saturn could be represented by a sword, cutting away what's outgrown, or by heavy baggage on the shoulders, representing the burdens we take on and learn to manage or leave behind.
While Saturn and Mars are both in retrograde together, from January 13th to March 10th of 2010, it's best to proceed very slowly and say no to any opportunity that may mean more work if the anticipated money or recognition is not an absolute certainty! Consider putting start-ups or construction, for example a business endeavor or a renovation, until spring. New initiatives now are likely to prove frustrating, time consuming, full of delays, and work without reward. Returning to old business and projects is more satisfying for this period of the year.
With all the retrograde action we're getting this winter, something a friend said recently rings in my mind. Responding to a comment I made about "being like old times" she said "Oh no, it's like new times!" The temptation to go back, to regress, even to rekindle might be extra potent early this year, but you can never really go back because circumstances and people are always changing. My astrological advice is to review the past, try to finish up unresolved business, but without trying to go back and recreate something. It's not likely to work! If you reconnect with a friend or lover, go with the intention of making the experience something new. There's a reason why it didn't work in the first place so why repeat that? If you return to a place, college or a job, you have to do it differently or you will be just as dissatisfied as you were the last time. Use Saturn's retrograde like the scythe the Roman god Saturn carries, and cut away what's overgrown and full of weeds, from bad habits to unhealthy relationships. The scythe can be used to harvest what grows and is beneficial, and that is ultimately the goal.
From April 7th to May 28th, Saturn retrograde revisits Virgo bringing up challenges from last fall, particularly October. This period is meant for tying up loose ends and reevaluating commitments we made. Virgo is the sign of service to others and Saturn is limitations and obligations, so if you've taken on more than you bargained for it will be evident this spring!
In general, Saturn retrograde will impact 1 to 4 degrees of Libra-whether that's your Moon, Sun or rising sign, and those with Moon, Sun or rising signs in the last degree or two (toward the end) of Virgo. Establishing boundaries and knowing our own limits is the key to stability during a Saturn retrograde, which occurs for about 5 months. Life can't be put on hold and that's not the point of Saturn retrograde. It's about preparing for the next challenge, letting go of what doesn't work anymore, and figuring out how much you can actually manage without overdoing it.
Saturn rules structures, authority of all kinds, wisdom and experience, challenges, the elderly, antiques, health concerns, teeth and bones, ambitions, depression, past sadness or regrets, and restrictions. Saturn could be represented by a sword, cutting away what's outgrown, or by heavy baggage on the shoulders, representing the burdens we take on and learn to manage or leave behind.
While Saturn and Mars are both in retrograde together, from January 13th to March 10th of 2010, it's best to proceed very slowly and say no to any opportunity that may mean more work if the anticipated money or recognition is not an absolute certainty! Consider putting start-ups or construction, for example a business endeavor or a renovation, until spring. New initiatives now are likely to prove frustrating, time consuming, full of delays, and work without reward. Returning to old business and projects is more satisfying for this period of the year.
With all the retrograde action we're getting this winter, something a friend said recently rings in my mind. Responding to a comment I made about "being like old times" she said "Oh no, it's like new times!" The temptation to go back, to regress, even to rekindle might be extra potent early this year, but you can never really go back because circumstances and people are always changing. My astrological advice is to review the past, try to finish up unresolved business, but without trying to go back and recreate something. It's not likely to work! If you reconnect with a friend or lover, go with the intention of making the experience something new. There's a reason why it didn't work in the first place so why repeat that? If you return to a place, college or a job, you have to do it differently or you will be just as dissatisfied as you were the last time. Use Saturn's retrograde like the scythe the Roman god Saturn carries, and cut away what's overgrown and full of weeds, from bad habits to unhealthy relationships. The scythe can be used to harvest what grows and is beneficial, and that is ultimately the goal.
Monday, January 11, 2010
Retrogrades
Retrogrades are the big astrological story as a new decade begins. At a time when we often want to make changes and try new things, the heavens are creating a more favorable atmosphere for old business and urging we push new initiatives off until nearly spring. All the 're" words apply this month. Regroup, rethink, restructure, reconnect, and re-do.
Mercury retrograde ends on January 15th. That day is particularly tricky so giving ourselves a buffer of at least a day or two is a good idea before putting things in writing, signing important documents, scheduling events, or making significant decisions and major purchases. The retrograde began on December 26th and was felt as much as a week before that. As January goes on we will rethink things we decided or committed to since then. Dates will be rescheduled and we may not be able to follow through on promises and plans we made. On a more global level, in business and politics, a time of restructuring is here. Get back to old, unfinished business not only now but through springtime as Mars continues this trend.
Mars is retrograde in Leo until March 10th, 2010. This retrograde which began on December 20th, 2009 is also unfavorable for starting new projects and business, and therefore the first quarter of 2010 starts very slowly. Some things to avoid during Mars retrograde include new building and construction or starting a business. Things initiated during a Mars retrograde tend to fizzle or burn out. Starting a sexual relationship now is risky if you want a long term relationship. With Mars retrograde in Leo, optimism may be harder to come by and enthusiasm more difficult to muster up. Pushing, forcing, and manipulating are not likely to produce the desired effects. This is a better time to attend to unfinished projects and get back to neglected business. Tie up loose ends once Mercury is direct, but if possible wait until sometime after March 10th for major changes and start-ups. Action will pick up even more in May when Mars goes beyond the Leo degrees he's backtracking now.
Saturn also goes retrograde this week, but the impact is a little bit different. I'll save that one for someday soon. This is enough to ingest for now! Choose tortoise over the hare for the moment.
Robin
Mercury retrograde ends on January 15th. That day is particularly tricky so giving ourselves a buffer of at least a day or two is a good idea before putting things in writing, signing important documents, scheduling events, or making significant decisions and major purchases. The retrograde began on December 26th and was felt as much as a week before that. As January goes on we will rethink things we decided or committed to since then. Dates will be rescheduled and we may not be able to follow through on promises and plans we made. On a more global level, in business and politics, a time of restructuring is here. Get back to old, unfinished business not only now but through springtime as Mars continues this trend.
Mars is retrograde in Leo until March 10th, 2010. This retrograde which began on December 20th, 2009 is also unfavorable for starting new projects and business, and therefore the first quarter of 2010 starts very slowly. Some things to avoid during Mars retrograde include new building and construction or starting a business. Things initiated during a Mars retrograde tend to fizzle or burn out. Starting a sexual relationship now is risky if you want a long term relationship. With Mars retrograde in Leo, optimism may be harder to come by and enthusiasm more difficult to muster up. Pushing, forcing, and manipulating are not likely to produce the desired effects. This is a better time to attend to unfinished projects and get back to neglected business. Tie up loose ends once Mercury is direct, but if possible wait until sometime after March 10th for major changes and start-ups. Action will pick up even more in May when Mars goes beyond the Leo degrees he's backtracking now.
Saturn also goes retrograde this week, but the impact is a little bit different. I'll save that one for someday soon. This is enough to ingest for now! Choose tortoise over the hare for the moment.
Robin
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Weekly January 11
Monday
The Moon is in Sagittarius, a sign that prefers not to be told what to do. Putting emphasis on independence is in the forecast, and today is for seekers of truth and adventure. One sign ahead, the Sun and Mercury retrograde meet in Capricorn. We'll tend to say things we wish we'd expressed long ago, and there's a tendency to be just out with it, less concerned with someone else's reaction and more about doing ourselves justice. Capricorn has the ability to emotionally detach and a practical stance is likely. "This is just how it is" fits today, however, Mercury is retrograde so make sure you're clearly understood and say only what you're certain you really mean! Tonight the Moon is in harmony with Mars retrograde in Leo and we'll want to DO what we wish we'd done in the past. Retroactive action is in the forecast all day and night. Some will look for retribution too so be aware! It's a good day or night for learning things, especially the "how to" part and how things work, but we might not want to take advice or get too much help. DIY. The past comes back to haunt or for resolution now. Mercury is retrograde until Friday. Wear yellow.
Tuesday
The Moon is in Sagittarius forming a square to Uranus in Pisces. These are two very changeable signs and today is unpredictable. Be ready for most anything and be careful what you believe. The Moon is involved with Neptune which is creative but deceiving. It's all about illusion which is nice for artists and magicians and might lend a romantic air to travels and plans. But in business and personal dealings things may be glazed over or twisted to fit what someone thinks you want or expect. Ask lots of questions and be cautious about what you agree to. Tonight the Moon and Jupiter align provoking interesting conversations and sparking some motivation to learn and seek new opportunities. On the other hand things may be exaggerated and overblown. If something seems too good or overly exaggerated today it probably is. After Friday our judgments should be clearer and new information will surface so be patient if possible. The Moon is void of course from 9:43 pm to 11:54 then movving to the sign of the Goat. Wear gray today.
Wednesday
The Moon is in Capricorn, and Saturn stations retrograde putting 3 planets retrograde at once! Saturn, Capricorn's ruler, is about discipline, rules, structure, and challenges. Saturn retrograde in Libra and later Virgo lasts until May 28th. We don't focus on Saturn's retrograde as much as Mercury for example, however, Saturn retrograde can make us feel insecure and unsure about what's realistic and manageable. Libra and Virgo and those with these rising signs will be affected directly, and if you're in Saturn return time-closing in on age 30, you may feel like you're regressing or act out repression or depression. Technically this is a better time to attend to only old business and have very good boundaries and think three times before taking on new responsibilities. A very slow approach with everything is best right now. Today and tonight are a total mix! The zodiac is very busy and it's likely you'll feel there's alot to take care of, particularly things left unfinished, overdue or owed (money, time or anything). We might not like today's obligations much, but we're likely to buckle down and fulfill them with the Moon in a sign of responsibility and structure. The Moon and Mercury retrograde bring up the past in many possible ways-people, situations, places, mail, and news. Tonight, spontaneous ideas and plans may work out, especially for Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. Wear black today.
Thursday
Today is about reconsideration and rethinking things on the last day of the lunar cycle with Mercury, Mars and Saturn retrograde! The Moon is in Capricorn and keeping things structured and routine is the best plan. Reorganizing and making backups, from files to plans, is favored. Save any new business until at least Sunday or Monday. If you're considering a big change, get plans in order now. Pencil in dates and agree to get back to people next week. This goes for both personal and business endeavors. Capricorn, Mercury has been retrograde in your sign and finally with a New Moon tomorrow you can wipe the slate clean if necessary! Libra and Leo, you also host retrograde planets and may feel the pull to attend to unfinished business, but move cautiously. This is a good day to regroup or recuperate. Process information at your own pace and don't be rushed. Tonight the Moon and Uranus create that unpredictable atmosphere that seems to come and go with frequency these days. Stay aware and on top of your game. Wear blue.
Friday
The New Moon in Capricorn arrives with a solar eclipse at 2:11 am EST. This is followed by the Moon's meeting with Venus at 4:02 am and then the Moon is void of course until 12:17 pm. It's an eventful day astrologically but in our personal lives it's best to keep things simple, routine, and non committal. Mercury stations direct at 11:52 am, ending the retrograde but moving just as slowly as you can is a good plan for the day! Use careful judgment and keep some flexibility. This would make a better vacation than business day. The Moon and Venus help with practical relationship matters and the organizing of chores, errands, or even simple, fun date plans. It's not a day to take too much on. The New Moon will fuel the days ahead anyway, so take your time. The solar eclipse is a push and it may seem to come too fast if change or news come your way. Solar eclipse relate to men in our lives who may leave or return now, along with Capricorns and Cancers who are also most involved in changes. Keep the day light, attend to what has to be done and save the rest for later. Information could be very confusing today and our communication skills may be tested! Wear white.
Saturday
The Moon is in Aquarius and Mercury is direct! It should feel like a new day and is a better time for a new chapter than 1-1-10 was. If you feel like it, make a resolution for yourself today! Mars and Saturn are retrograde and I won't talk about this often because they will stay that way for months and don't involve the communication and transportation problems as much as Mercury (we hope!). During this time though, I'd put off building and restoration plans until March if possible. Mars does slow and frustrate us with a retrograde in Leo. Feeling less optimistic than usual might be the most common symptom, especially for fire signs. Getting back to the Aquarius Moon, this is a time for vision and beginnings, joining groups and getting behind causes you believe in. Today has a rebellious streak as the Moon opposes Mars and for Aries, Leo and Aquarius in particular it could mean arguments, debates or problems between couples and partners. We are still re-doing and going over old business in many circumstances, yet this is a good day to start cleaning things or clearing things up. Wear light blue.
Sunday
The Moon meets Neptune for a daydreamy atmosphere. It might be hard to get motivated unless it's for creative work. Artists, photographers, musicians and those who create atmospheres and illusions will like this most! Jupiter moves into Pisces after 13 months in Aquarius. In Pisces, Jupiter is compassionate and also artistic and expressive. Jupiter in Pisces is a blog worthy topic so I'll get back to that more in a new post soon. Today is great for relaxing or working with and for others. If you have business to do don't assume anyting is as it appears on the surface. Wear green
The Moon is in Sagittarius, a sign that prefers not to be told what to do. Putting emphasis on independence is in the forecast, and today is for seekers of truth and adventure. One sign ahead, the Sun and Mercury retrograde meet in Capricorn. We'll tend to say things we wish we'd expressed long ago, and there's a tendency to be just out with it, less concerned with someone else's reaction and more about doing ourselves justice. Capricorn has the ability to emotionally detach and a practical stance is likely. "This is just how it is" fits today, however, Mercury is retrograde so make sure you're clearly understood and say only what you're certain you really mean! Tonight the Moon is in harmony with Mars retrograde in Leo and we'll want to DO what we wish we'd done in the past. Retroactive action is in the forecast all day and night. Some will look for retribution too so be aware! It's a good day or night for learning things, especially the "how to" part and how things work, but we might not want to take advice or get too much help. DIY. The past comes back to haunt or for resolution now. Mercury is retrograde until Friday. Wear yellow.
Tuesday
The Moon is in Sagittarius forming a square to Uranus in Pisces. These are two very changeable signs and today is unpredictable. Be ready for most anything and be careful what you believe. The Moon is involved with Neptune which is creative but deceiving. It's all about illusion which is nice for artists and magicians and might lend a romantic air to travels and plans. But in business and personal dealings things may be glazed over or twisted to fit what someone thinks you want or expect. Ask lots of questions and be cautious about what you agree to. Tonight the Moon and Jupiter align provoking interesting conversations and sparking some motivation to learn and seek new opportunities. On the other hand things may be exaggerated and overblown. If something seems too good or overly exaggerated today it probably is. After Friday our judgments should be clearer and new information will surface so be patient if possible. The Moon is void of course from 9:43 pm to 11:54 then movving to the sign of the Goat. Wear gray today.
Wednesday
The Moon is in Capricorn, and Saturn stations retrograde putting 3 planets retrograde at once! Saturn, Capricorn's ruler, is about discipline, rules, structure, and challenges. Saturn retrograde in Libra and later Virgo lasts until May 28th. We don't focus on Saturn's retrograde as much as Mercury for example, however, Saturn retrograde can make us feel insecure and unsure about what's realistic and manageable. Libra and Virgo and those with these rising signs will be affected directly, and if you're in Saturn return time-closing in on age 30, you may feel like you're regressing or act out repression or depression. Technically this is a better time to attend to only old business and have very good boundaries and think three times before taking on new responsibilities. A very slow approach with everything is best right now. Today and tonight are a total mix! The zodiac is very busy and it's likely you'll feel there's alot to take care of, particularly things left unfinished, overdue or owed (money, time or anything). We might not like today's obligations much, but we're likely to buckle down and fulfill them with the Moon in a sign of responsibility and structure. The Moon and Mercury retrograde bring up the past in many possible ways-people, situations, places, mail, and news. Tonight, spontaneous ideas and plans may work out, especially for Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. Wear black today.
Thursday
Today is about reconsideration and rethinking things on the last day of the lunar cycle with Mercury, Mars and Saturn retrograde! The Moon is in Capricorn and keeping things structured and routine is the best plan. Reorganizing and making backups, from files to plans, is favored. Save any new business until at least Sunday or Monday. If you're considering a big change, get plans in order now. Pencil in dates and agree to get back to people next week. This goes for both personal and business endeavors. Capricorn, Mercury has been retrograde in your sign and finally with a New Moon tomorrow you can wipe the slate clean if necessary! Libra and Leo, you also host retrograde planets and may feel the pull to attend to unfinished business, but move cautiously. This is a good day to regroup or recuperate. Process information at your own pace and don't be rushed. Tonight the Moon and Uranus create that unpredictable atmosphere that seems to come and go with frequency these days. Stay aware and on top of your game. Wear blue.
Friday
The New Moon in Capricorn arrives with a solar eclipse at 2:11 am EST. This is followed by the Moon's meeting with Venus at 4:02 am and then the Moon is void of course until 12:17 pm. It's an eventful day astrologically but in our personal lives it's best to keep things simple, routine, and non committal. Mercury stations direct at 11:52 am, ending the retrograde but moving just as slowly as you can is a good plan for the day! Use careful judgment and keep some flexibility. This would make a better vacation than business day. The Moon and Venus help with practical relationship matters and the organizing of chores, errands, or even simple, fun date plans. It's not a day to take too much on. The New Moon will fuel the days ahead anyway, so take your time. The solar eclipse is a push and it may seem to come too fast if change or news come your way. Solar eclipse relate to men in our lives who may leave or return now, along with Capricorns and Cancers who are also most involved in changes. Keep the day light, attend to what has to be done and save the rest for later. Information could be very confusing today and our communication skills may be tested! Wear white.
Saturday
The Moon is in Aquarius and Mercury is direct! It should feel like a new day and is a better time for a new chapter than 1-1-10 was. If you feel like it, make a resolution for yourself today! Mars and Saturn are retrograde and I won't talk about this often because they will stay that way for months and don't involve the communication and transportation problems as much as Mercury (we hope!). During this time though, I'd put off building and restoration plans until March if possible. Mars does slow and frustrate us with a retrograde in Leo. Feeling less optimistic than usual might be the most common symptom, especially for fire signs. Getting back to the Aquarius Moon, this is a time for vision and beginnings, joining groups and getting behind causes you believe in. Today has a rebellious streak as the Moon opposes Mars and for Aries, Leo and Aquarius in particular it could mean arguments, debates or problems between couples and partners. We are still re-doing and going over old business in many circumstances, yet this is a good day to start cleaning things or clearing things up. Wear light blue.
Sunday
The Moon meets Neptune for a daydreamy atmosphere. It might be hard to get motivated unless it's for creative work. Artists, photographers, musicians and those who create atmospheres and illusions will like this most! Jupiter moves into Pisces after 13 months in Aquarius. In Pisces, Jupiter is compassionate and also artistic and expressive. Jupiter in Pisces is a blog worthy topic so I'll get back to that more in a new post soon. Today is great for relaxing or working with and for others. If you have business to do don't assume anyting is as it appears on the surface. Wear green
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Weekly January 4
Monday
Today has potential! The Moon is in Virgo and the Sun and Mercury retrograde meet in Capricorn. It's an earth signs' kind of day with plenty to be accomplished and taken care of. It's a great day to finally pull it all together and get organized and back on track after the holidays. Mercury is retrograde, true, but attending to unfinished business and putting temporary plans in place is favored. What is not so much in favor is long term commitment. If you accept or start a new job for example, it may turn out different than you thought. We need to be flexible and that's not really a bad thing. Let go of expectations and try things out. If you're scheduling things, plan snow or rain dates along with the original. The Sun and Mercury help us act on things we put aside. Marketing plans, restructuring and looking at alternatives to the original idea are all things we can do effectively with Mercury retrograde. If you have a meeting with the boss or a potential employer, present yourself as ambitious, positive, and up for a challenge. This is not a slacker's day. Tonight the Moon works with Venus, Mercury and the Sun making it a good night for socializing, conversations, decisions that can be altered if necessary, and reconnecting with family or friends. Wear navy blue today.
Tuesday
There are plenty of adjustments to be made and considered right now. Mercury is retrograde and we just had a lunar eclipse on New Years Eve. The Moon is in Virgo all day and the most productive time is before 12:24 pm EST. Words exchanged and plans made now are more reliable than later in the day or evening. Mercury and Venus meet in the early morning helping relationship matters. This also gives us an eye for beauty and detailed work, and so artists, photographers and designers should put some good work in today. Zero in on the finer points of things. After that we have a void of course Moon for taking care of simple, routine things, exercising or relaxing. With the Moon waning in Virgo, it's a god day to start a diet, exercise routine, or other healthy habit. It's also a favorable time to quit bad habits like smoking. Virgo is health conscious. We'll tend to want to help each other out, give time to causes we believe in, and generally get life going in the right direction today. The Moon is opposite Uranus in the afternoon bringing news, surprises, and making some of us feel a little topsy turvy. Virgo and Virgo rising people may feel that way about relationships and partnerships while Aquarius or Leo may feel out of balance financially or with other business matters. Take things easy and remember Mercury is retrograde so alot of "this" will shift again in mid January or later. The Moon moves to Libra at 11:58 pm EST. Wear brown today.
Wednesday
The Moon is in peace loving Libra, but the rest of the zodiac is not on board! The Moon squares Pluto and mercury retrograde bringing up old business and not in the most pleasant or easy way. Looking for some agreement is in the forecast but will require lots of patience and work. Keep solutions temporary for now! There's hardly any point in aiming for long term solutions. Restructuring is likely sooner than later. New information and situations will change things and it's best to not set anything in stone until after January 15th! Try not to to be disagreeable or add to stressful situations today. Agree to things on a trial basis or stay undecided under a Libra Moon. The Moon also meets Saturn, feeling serious, strained or pressured. Libra you may need to pick up other people's slack. Aries, you might feel like putting your foot down in relationship matters. We may all realize we have some serious things to take care of or to take responsibility for. Tonight this weighs on many minds. Talk things over without feeling a need for definite resolution. Bounce ideas around and write down the good ones for future reference. Relationship problems are heating up tonight. Wear blue.
Thursday
The Moon is in Libra, sign of harmony and balance. Today is mixed with the Moon squaring Venus and the Sun and working with Mars and Neptune. Making decisions and commitments is not recommended virtually at all since Neptune has a deceptive, unrealistic influence and the Sun and Moon are not in sync. Any kind of progress will take a lot of work today. Mars lends creative, dynamic energy from Leo which can be used to motivate and fire us up. However, we may be best off with one good friend or partner we can trust or collaborate with since relationships in general will complicated or hard to negotiate. The Moon in Libra wants everything to be ok between us, but Venus in Capricorn challenges that. There's a struggle between the romantic, idealized vision and reality in love and relationship now. Add to that Mercury and Mars retrograde and it's best to keep things simple and sort of still. Patience is required again today and tonight. Work on creative projects and vision. Stick with a best friend. Wear red.
Friday
The Moon moves from Libra to Scorpio at 5 am EST. The Moon works with Pluto and Mercury retrograde in Capricorn. Taking a low key but serious attitude toward relationships, especially problems that need solving, is in the forecast. Very deep feelings are involved here, but using a practical approach is best. Venus, planet of love, is also in Capricorn, and detaching a little bit and not being extremely emotional will help. Take the clearest most logical perspective possible in whatever you have to deal with. The Scorpio Moon is also creative and looking for organization. It's a good day to alphabetize your books or music or to work on a creative project. It's natural to want some solitude and privacy when the Moon is in Scorpio. It's not a day to push or overreact. Jealousy is often an issue under the Scorpio Moon. Expressing that could trigger something you really don't want to get into though. Leave things well enough alone. Wear black today.
Saturday
The Scorpio Moon squares Mars for hot tempers and quick reactions. That's something to watch out for! However the Moon is in harmony with Venus and the Sun in Capricorn easing some tensions especially for those signs and for Libra and Cancer in relationship matters and at home. Tonight can be a fun night out and is not a bad date night at all as long as there's not baggage or jealousy involved. We tend to be passionate but possessive or to experience that from others affected by the Scorpio Moon. As far as work and business, our focus should be strong for project and sustained work time. Wear maroon.
Sunday
The Moon is void of course from 10:02 am to 1:10 pm. Avoid shopping then. It's a good day for a long brunch or sleeping late. The less scheduled today is the better as the Moon moves to Sagittarius a sign that loves unstructured time, field trips, and action. The Moon squares Jupiter in the morning and it's likely plans should be scaled down. Avoid exaggerations that could be misunderstood or taken too seriously. Saturn and the Moon instigate philosophical conversations late in the day or night. Wear green today.
Today has potential! The Moon is in Virgo and the Sun and Mercury retrograde meet in Capricorn. It's an earth signs' kind of day with plenty to be accomplished and taken care of. It's a great day to finally pull it all together and get organized and back on track after the holidays. Mercury is retrograde, true, but attending to unfinished business and putting temporary plans in place is favored. What is not so much in favor is long term commitment. If you accept or start a new job for example, it may turn out different than you thought. We need to be flexible and that's not really a bad thing. Let go of expectations and try things out. If you're scheduling things, plan snow or rain dates along with the original. The Sun and Mercury help us act on things we put aside. Marketing plans, restructuring and looking at alternatives to the original idea are all things we can do effectively with Mercury retrograde. If you have a meeting with the boss or a potential employer, present yourself as ambitious, positive, and up for a challenge. This is not a slacker's day. Tonight the Moon works with Venus, Mercury and the Sun making it a good night for socializing, conversations, decisions that can be altered if necessary, and reconnecting with family or friends. Wear navy blue today.
Tuesday
There are plenty of adjustments to be made and considered right now. Mercury is retrograde and we just had a lunar eclipse on New Years Eve. The Moon is in Virgo all day and the most productive time is before 12:24 pm EST. Words exchanged and plans made now are more reliable than later in the day or evening. Mercury and Venus meet in the early morning helping relationship matters. This also gives us an eye for beauty and detailed work, and so artists, photographers and designers should put some good work in today. Zero in on the finer points of things. After that we have a void of course Moon for taking care of simple, routine things, exercising or relaxing. With the Moon waning in Virgo, it's a god day to start a diet, exercise routine, or other healthy habit. It's also a favorable time to quit bad habits like smoking. Virgo is health conscious. We'll tend to want to help each other out, give time to causes we believe in, and generally get life going in the right direction today. The Moon is opposite Uranus in the afternoon bringing news, surprises, and making some of us feel a little topsy turvy. Virgo and Virgo rising people may feel that way about relationships and partnerships while Aquarius or Leo may feel out of balance financially or with other business matters. Take things easy and remember Mercury is retrograde so alot of "this" will shift again in mid January or later. The Moon moves to Libra at 11:58 pm EST. Wear brown today.
Wednesday
The Moon is in peace loving Libra, but the rest of the zodiac is not on board! The Moon squares Pluto and mercury retrograde bringing up old business and not in the most pleasant or easy way. Looking for some agreement is in the forecast but will require lots of patience and work. Keep solutions temporary for now! There's hardly any point in aiming for long term solutions. Restructuring is likely sooner than later. New information and situations will change things and it's best to not set anything in stone until after January 15th! Try not to to be disagreeable or add to stressful situations today. Agree to things on a trial basis or stay undecided under a Libra Moon. The Moon also meets Saturn, feeling serious, strained or pressured. Libra you may need to pick up other people's slack. Aries, you might feel like putting your foot down in relationship matters. We may all realize we have some serious things to take care of or to take responsibility for. Tonight this weighs on many minds. Talk things over without feeling a need for definite resolution. Bounce ideas around and write down the good ones for future reference. Relationship problems are heating up tonight. Wear blue.
Thursday
The Moon is in Libra, sign of harmony and balance. Today is mixed with the Moon squaring Venus and the Sun and working with Mars and Neptune. Making decisions and commitments is not recommended virtually at all since Neptune has a deceptive, unrealistic influence and the Sun and Moon are not in sync. Any kind of progress will take a lot of work today. Mars lends creative, dynamic energy from Leo which can be used to motivate and fire us up. However, we may be best off with one good friend or partner we can trust or collaborate with since relationships in general will complicated or hard to negotiate. The Moon in Libra wants everything to be ok between us, but Venus in Capricorn challenges that. There's a struggle between the romantic, idealized vision and reality in love and relationship now. Add to that Mercury and Mars retrograde and it's best to keep things simple and sort of still. Patience is required again today and tonight. Work on creative projects and vision. Stick with a best friend. Wear red.
Friday
The Moon moves from Libra to Scorpio at 5 am EST. The Moon works with Pluto and Mercury retrograde in Capricorn. Taking a low key but serious attitude toward relationships, especially problems that need solving, is in the forecast. Very deep feelings are involved here, but using a practical approach is best. Venus, planet of love, is also in Capricorn, and detaching a little bit and not being extremely emotional will help. Take the clearest most logical perspective possible in whatever you have to deal with. The Scorpio Moon is also creative and looking for organization. It's a good day to alphabetize your books or music or to work on a creative project. It's natural to want some solitude and privacy when the Moon is in Scorpio. It's not a day to push or overreact. Jealousy is often an issue under the Scorpio Moon. Expressing that could trigger something you really don't want to get into though. Leave things well enough alone. Wear black today.
Saturday
The Scorpio Moon squares Mars for hot tempers and quick reactions. That's something to watch out for! However the Moon is in harmony with Venus and the Sun in Capricorn easing some tensions especially for those signs and for Libra and Cancer in relationship matters and at home. Tonight can be a fun night out and is not a bad date night at all as long as there's not baggage or jealousy involved. We tend to be passionate but possessive or to experience that from others affected by the Scorpio Moon. As far as work and business, our focus should be strong for project and sustained work time. Wear maroon.
Sunday
The Moon is void of course from 10:02 am to 1:10 pm. Avoid shopping then. It's a good day for a long brunch or sleeping late. The less scheduled today is the better as the Moon moves to Sagittarius a sign that loves unstructured time, field trips, and action. The Moon squares Jupiter in the morning and it's likely plans should be scaled down. Avoid exaggerations that could be misunderstood or taken too seriously. Saturn and the Moon instigate philosophical conversations late in the day or night. Wear green today.
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Weekly December 28
Thanks for 10 years! Robins Zodiac Zone's original site went up in July of 1999 and in the year 2000 moved to www.robinszodiaczone.com and became a feature on WCYY Alternative Mornings! The radio forecast will be 10 in May of 2010. I'm going to have a party! Not to be planned until after Mercury retrograde though-right. Peace!
Monday
Mercury and Mars are retrograde so expect the last days of the year and the beginning of a new decade to be slow moving. Act in that same sort of way, methodically and logically. Returning to the past, healing old wounds, revisiting alll kinds of business and returning to activities and projects you left behind are in the forecast for a few weeks ahead. There's no need to be in a hurry and we shouldn't let others push or rush us. The Moon is in Taurus and today is about pacing. Venus and Pluto meet in Capricorn which is a reality check in love and relationship. In love we'll tend to gravitate toward safe and secure over new and adventurous. It's a time of settling in and maybe reverting to old patterns, for better or not. There'll be a focus on the practical like dividing of repsonsibilities, getting finances in order and just managing life together. It might seem kind of boring or stagnant to some but to others could be grounding. Today has a number of aspects between Moon and planets and a void of course Moon from 12:34 to 8:13 pm. It will be hard to follow a schedule or rely on plans. Taurus and Scorpio in particualr may have a difficult time with this and for Scorpio the commute or travel is likely to be affected. Cancer there's a lot of relationship goings on right now, possibly more than you want to handle and Mercury retrograde is going to encourage you to shake things out by the end of January or so. Many of us will be attending to old business or shaky decisions or actions we took around September of this year when Mercury had his last retrograde. The Moon moves to Gemini tonight and debates are likely. It will be hard to get away from discussions we'd like to avoid and from the overly talkative too. Wear yellow.
Tuesday
The Moon is in busy, mentally active Gemini. It's a day to work and think smart and it's best not to over analyze. Gemini sometimes has trouble with this, but getting to the point and doing what has to be done would be a good idea today. Make sure decisions have some flexibility with Mercury retrograde now. We need to be able to change our minds or our course easily when new information surfaces. Things scheduled now are more likely to be cancelled or postponed. Pencil in plans. It's not a good time to make announcements or break news. Wait until mid January if possible. Work behind the scenes today. Venus the planet of love is active in Capricorn now, and today Venus and taskmaster Saturn form a square. We might find love and relationship to be just alot of work now. Nagging and making demands or ultimatums is in the forecast but it's not really a good idea now. It's just what's likely. Saturn in Libra is affecting many couples and will be for a good long while. So yeah, relationships will seem restrictive and less fun on days that Saturn is involved with Venus. The best we can do is try to appease, avoid drama and be fair. We are warming up for a Full Moon on Thursday, New Year's Eve, and it's positioned to be very emotional and oppositional. Anxiety is likely. Do things to de-stress. Tonight is social and also good for study and mental tasks. Wear white.
Wednesday
Gemini Moon is in harmony with Mars in Leo. Now Mars is retrograde, and though we talk about it less than Mercury retro, it does have an effect. Our energy levels, physical stamina, and all that is masculine is ruled by Mars. In Leo, performers and entertainers of all kinds relate. If it feels like you need to change your stage persona or how you represent in the public eye, you may be considering this well into the new year, possibly trying out new things. Mars is the rock star planet, and in Leo is very flamboyant and expressive. Try on a costume and see what fits this winter. Today is very much about entertaining and humor, storytelling, showing off, and trying to recreate something. It's a natural time to revert to what's worked in the past. Learning new material may be slow or difficult now. The Moon is void of course from 3:29 to 9:25 pm, then moves to Cancer. Tonight is ruled by what feels secure and comfortable. The Moon is nearly Full. Wear light blue today.
Thursday
On the last day and night of the year and decade the Moon is Full with a lunar eclipse in a sentimental sign, Cancer, and Mercury is retrograde across the zodiac in Capricorn. Venus and Pluto also oppose this Full Moon, a Blue Moon. Though eclipses tend to force rapid change, there's more looking back than ahead as the new decade begins. In fact, the year is meant to start very slowly and might even seem uneventful or static. We need to be patient right now. Lunar eclipses often relate to the girls and women in our lives, and with this one you migh reestablish a relationship. Cancer is the sign of Mothers and home and relates to our ancestors too. The Full Moon is defiant and oppositional, extreme and emotional. It's a very sentimental, sensitive, and defensive day. It's not a good day to confront issues or push matters. Home and family are Cancer's domain, and staying close to home is favored over major travel and friends more than large parties. Expect to hear from long lost friends, relatives, and people you've cared alot about even if you've lost touch. The Moon opposes Mercury retrograde overnight and we have to choose our words and our battles very carefully. Misunderstandings are highly likely. Today's color is silver.
Friday
The Moon is void of course from 10:43 am to 9:41 pm EST. As far as bad judgment calls, today takes a Mercury retrograde prize so move very deliberately or not at all! The first day of the year and decade is best for rest, relaxation, routine, and reconnecting. Try not to start new things, make promises, or have important conversations. Mercury is just opposite the just past Full Moon on a lunar eclipse! It's like an astrological bender! Don't believe or be persuaded to make a decision you're not 100% ready for. This is a very changeable and unpredictable day. Stay in the safety zone in every situation. More Full Moon eclipse news is likely and sure to be unusual. Cancer and Capricorn, relationships and your place in the world are in flux and if you can hold on a decision until after January 15th, do that! The Moon to Leo tonight will relieve some of the Full Moon pressure. Wear purple today.
Saturday
The Moon is in Leo, relatively uncomplicated or affected by other planets today. Leo Moon time is meant for fun, socializing and practicing or performing. The Moon and Saturn dance a little bit, but Saturn is reserved helping organize that fiery Leo energy. Aside from Leo Moon, we're still adjusting or in transition with this week's eclipse and Full Moon and Mercury and Mars retrograde. As much as possible keep things simple and impermanent now. Mercury is retrograde until January 15th. Make plans you can change if need be, avoid commitments you can't get out of easily. Make time for fun today and tonight. Wear gold.
Monday
Mercury and Mars are retrograde so expect the last days of the year and the beginning of a new decade to be slow moving. Act in that same sort of way, methodically and logically. Returning to the past, healing old wounds, revisiting alll kinds of business and returning to activities and projects you left behind are in the forecast for a few weeks ahead. There's no need to be in a hurry and we shouldn't let others push or rush us. The Moon is in Taurus and today is about pacing. Venus and Pluto meet in Capricorn which is a reality check in love and relationship. In love we'll tend to gravitate toward safe and secure over new and adventurous. It's a time of settling in and maybe reverting to old patterns, for better or not. There'll be a focus on the practical like dividing of repsonsibilities, getting finances in order and just managing life together. It might seem kind of boring or stagnant to some but to others could be grounding. Today has a number of aspects between Moon and planets and a void of course Moon from 12:34 to 8:13 pm. It will be hard to follow a schedule or rely on plans. Taurus and Scorpio in particualr may have a difficult time with this and for Scorpio the commute or travel is likely to be affected. Cancer there's a lot of relationship goings on right now, possibly more than you want to handle and Mercury retrograde is going to encourage you to shake things out by the end of January or so. Many of us will be attending to old business or shaky decisions or actions we took around September of this year when Mercury had his last retrograde. The Moon moves to Gemini tonight and debates are likely. It will be hard to get away from discussions we'd like to avoid and from the overly talkative too. Wear yellow.
Tuesday
The Moon is in busy, mentally active Gemini. It's a day to work and think smart and it's best not to over analyze. Gemini sometimes has trouble with this, but getting to the point and doing what has to be done would be a good idea today. Make sure decisions have some flexibility with Mercury retrograde now. We need to be able to change our minds or our course easily when new information surfaces. Things scheduled now are more likely to be cancelled or postponed. Pencil in plans. It's not a good time to make announcements or break news. Wait until mid January if possible. Work behind the scenes today. Venus the planet of love is active in Capricorn now, and today Venus and taskmaster Saturn form a square. We might find love and relationship to be just alot of work now. Nagging and making demands or ultimatums is in the forecast but it's not really a good idea now. It's just what's likely. Saturn in Libra is affecting many couples and will be for a good long while. So yeah, relationships will seem restrictive and less fun on days that Saturn is involved with Venus. The best we can do is try to appease, avoid drama and be fair. We are warming up for a Full Moon on Thursday, New Year's Eve, and it's positioned to be very emotional and oppositional. Anxiety is likely. Do things to de-stress. Tonight is social and also good for study and mental tasks. Wear white.
Wednesday
Gemini Moon is in harmony with Mars in Leo. Now Mars is retrograde, and though we talk about it less than Mercury retro, it does have an effect. Our energy levels, physical stamina, and all that is masculine is ruled by Mars. In Leo, performers and entertainers of all kinds relate. If it feels like you need to change your stage persona or how you represent in the public eye, you may be considering this well into the new year, possibly trying out new things. Mars is the rock star planet, and in Leo is very flamboyant and expressive. Try on a costume and see what fits this winter. Today is very much about entertaining and humor, storytelling, showing off, and trying to recreate something. It's a natural time to revert to what's worked in the past. Learning new material may be slow or difficult now. The Moon is void of course from 3:29 to 9:25 pm, then moves to Cancer. Tonight is ruled by what feels secure and comfortable. The Moon is nearly Full. Wear light blue today.
Thursday
On the last day and night of the year and decade the Moon is Full with a lunar eclipse in a sentimental sign, Cancer, and Mercury is retrograde across the zodiac in Capricorn. Venus and Pluto also oppose this Full Moon, a Blue Moon. Though eclipses tend to force rapid change, there's more looking back than ahead as the new decade begins. In fact, the year is meant to start very slowly and might even seem uneventful or static. We need to be patient right now. Lunar eclipses often relate to the girls and women in our lives, and with this one you migh reestablish a relationship. Cancer is the sign of Mothers and home and relates to our ancestors too. The Full Moon is defiant and oppositional, extreme and emotional. It's a very sentimental, sensitive, and defensive day. It's not a good day to confront issues or push matters. Home and family are Cancer's domain, and staying close to home is favored over major travel and friends more than large parties. Expect to hear from long lost friends, relatives, and people you've cared alot about even if you've lost touch. The Moon opposes Mercury retrograde overnight and we have to choose our words and our battles very carefully. Misunderstandings are highly likely. Today's color is silver.
Friday
The Moon is void of course from 10:43 am to 9:41 pm EST. As far as bad judgment calls, today takes a Mercury retrograde prize so move very deliberately or not at all! The first day of the year and decade is best for rest, relaxation, routine, and reconnecting. Try not to start new things, make promises, or have important conversations. Mercury is just opposite the just past Full Moon on a lunar eclipse! It's like an astrological bender! Don't believe or be persuaded to make a decision you're not 100% ready for. This is a very changeable and unpredictable day. Stay in the safety zone in every situation. More Full Moon eclipse news is likely and sure to be unusual. Cancer and Capricorn, relationships and your place in the world are in flux and if you can hold on a decision until after January 15th, do that! The Moon to Leo tonight will relieve some of the Full Moon pressure. Wear purple today.
Saturday
The Moon is in Leo, relatively uncomplicated or affected by other planets today. Leo Moon time is meant for fun, socializing and practicing or performing. The Moon and Saturn dance a little bit, but Saturn is reserved helping organize that fiery Leo energy. Aside from Leo Moon, we're still adjusting or in transition with this week's eclipse and Full Moon and Mercury and Mars retrograde. As much as possible keep things simple and impermanent now. Mercury is retrograde until January 15th. Make plans you can change if need be, avoid commitments you can't get out of easily. Make time for fun today and tonight. Wear gold.
Sunday, December 20, 2009
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