New Moon in Taurus is a great time to cleanse and purge your closets. The bull loves when you smooth out the edges of your life to make way for more luxurious items and choices. What better action is there then to give away that which you no longer need? Go for it! Purge and rejoice in the lightening up! A positive trine of flowing energy from the alchemist Pluto makes this a perfect time to cleanse and clear. Just be sure to take time to really evaluate your choices Sometimes Pluto can get you going so much that you potlatch the whole house. Know when enough is enough! Saturn’s quincunx in agreeable Libra to this lunar event, leaves you queasy and uneasy. Watch out for food poisoning and other pollutants. It all depends which sector of your chart this takes place in. This points to where the cloudiness and indigestibility lay. Not all is negative. There is a great possibility fo material and financial gain afoot.

May 11, Mars saunters into Taurus. The bull’s earthy domain slows down the fiery warrior. This is no time to be assertive. It just won’t work. Sit back, relax and work on being attractive. Spend the aggressive energy rewriting your resume and reorganizing your file cabinet. In relationships be truthful and straight forward. This combination is a grand set up for passive aggressive behavior. Mind your manners but please do say what you really mean. During this transit, be Zen: Chop wood, carry water. It is always a help to know where in your chart this applies. Ask for this specifically this month as a “quick question” and receive thirty minutes for the price of fifteen!

Also on May 11, big blurting happens on the subject of what you have been up to in secret with Venus and Mercury conjunct Jupiter. Careful with the details! Recent contacts pan out with dates filling up in your planner. Go to the afternoon soirees  


This alignment of the planets of love, intellect and expansion sparks bright ideas, romantic impulses and social engagements. Stimulating conversations ignite big plans that will require more careful research before we can be sure of their viability. It's easy to become enthusiastic with new people and social situations and quickly cook up inventive recipes for fun. Joy flows easily as clever words sound witty, brilliant and completely original but they will need the fuel of commitment for these sparks to catch hold and keep burning after the initial excitement fades.

A few days later on May 15, Venus is drawn into Taurus and beckons you to enjoy the simple pleasures of your life. Look around at all you have created and be thankful! Stay home and enjoy what you have! I have told you about how gratitude for that which you have that you want more of is the key to manifesting it. Now apply it to yourself! Look at your personal qualities and attributes and be grateful. This cultivates more. The gentle petals of new relationships begin to ease open and the promise of a long healthy future unfolds.

Mercury joins the rest of the personal planet crew in Taurus May15 heralding a colorful opening to the second half of this lunar month. The earth and air signs in your life require realistic facts and figures to be able to process information. Keep this in mind if you are an inspired fire sign or an abstract water thinker.

May 17 the Moon is Full in Scorpio creating a passageway to the inner sanctum of your psyche. Your dreams hold keys and solutions for the reevaluation which churns in your day thought. For those of you who practice meditation, you have the opportunity to see colors and light. For those of you caught in more base feelings, there is the possibility to tangle and wrestle with fear and desire. Scorpio proves his reputation for a reason more as a script for the planets then a personality meter for those born under the sign. The Full Moon is an accelerator of the engine which drives the emotional body. That which we are in awareness of is easier to digest and process. Take time to know yourself by setting aside opportunity for meditation. This cultivates self love and appreciation through your knowingness that you are a divine light.

The Sun glides into the colorful sign of Gemini May 21 inviting you to lighten up. Gemini reminds us that there are many possible paths to reach our destination. None is more correct than the other. All come with varying degrees of challenge and possible gifts. The sign of the twins is a reminder to be flexible. Rather than being a judge, be an interpreter. The stymied communication of the last two weeks now flows sweetly like a river of chocolate. Be sure to evaluate the sweet words of others so as to determine if they are truth or overly sugarcoated.  

This Taurus New Moon gives you the opportunity to play through your inner child. Be gentle and loving with yourself and remember to practice stillness. In the silent peace of your meditations, the answers are waiting for you.

I am here to read the roadmap which the divine spheres have laid out for you. Call me for a consultation and remember that this month I am offering you 30 minutes for the price of “One Quick Question.” Keep looking up. The stars are here to guide you!”

The chart for this month:

   
Aries March 19/20 to April 20/21
Harness the immense amount of energy welled up inside of you. Sift through your ideas and put them to good use. Save your cutting class and playing hooky until the end of the month. Stash some away for the future whether it is monetary saving or time.

Taurus April 20/21 to May 21/22
This is your time to shine. Everything is going your way. Grab your journal and get creative. Indulge in your creative side. Confrontation happens. Take care to watch the boundaries when feeling cornered. Choose to adapt. This too shall pass.
                                
Gemini May 21/22 to June 21/22    
Keep your inspired personal growth to yourself. This supercharges it with sheer magic. Sharing is often nice but this month it is important to keep it all to yourself. Indulge in creative writing to channel your inspirations. When feelings of rejection set it, take it as a sign to retreat and practice self-discovery.   
        
Cancer June 22/23 to July 22/23
This is fast a paced time is indeed a passing phase. Trust your instincts and ride it out. As your new path unfolds, you seem to have the Midas touch. Take advantage of this time and push beyond the norm. This becomes less hectic and you settle into a brand-new routine.
                
Leo July 22/23 to August 23/24    
Get back to basics. Button your lips and practice being the observer. There is no turning back, so be sure to make the right choices. Mix, mingle and meet up but take care not to invest in long-term commitments. Shifts and turns are ahead. This is not time to make long range plans. Stick to the NOW.   
    
Virgo August 23/24 to September 23/24
So many new parts are coming together, it is difficult to visualize the big picture. Mercury, your ruling planet has you chattier than usual. Curb your desire to indulge in the cheap talk. Best to put your energy focus on truth and honesty. Ride the waves of extra energy by exercising your creativity.
    
Libra September 23/24 to October 23/24
If the rest of the group can’t keep up, go solo. It is not your responsibility to dumb yourself down or slow the process. << MORE >>

The New Moon in Aries stirs up energy which ranges from Spring Fever to Rut-like heat. How are you putting this to good use? Are you ramming into a wall or those around you? Or, are you focusing on projects and getting things done? Read on and find your true path to greatness in this new Astrological year!


Rather then banging your head into the present challenges, lift your chin and face what is really in front of you! Ask yourself “Are my eyes really open?” Chances are no. Giant Jupiter conjoins this lunar event along with a regressing Mercury. Everything is bigger, chattier and intensified though the conversion is likely jumbled and confused. Volatile explosive Uranus conjoins Mars and all of this takes place in flaming Aries. The Uranian influence provokes rebelliousness. Think twice if you have the time before breaking rules!  If it is hot, it will be blazing. If it is emotional, it will be earth shaking. If it is happy, it will be ecstatic. Keep a bucket of chilled water nearby to cool you down!

When the moon renews herself in Aries, she signals the true beginning to the astrological year. This is known as the Aries Ingress. It is a time of renewal and new beginnings. Luna urges you to take risks responsibly in the rambunctious sign of Aries. She sparks impatience and creates quick and often fleeting ideas. This can be a very liberating opportunity to completely switch your path!
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April 4, Neptune swims into his watery home realm of Pisces for a peek into the fourteen-year cycle which begins next February. This opens us up to the psychic possibilities awaiting us ahead. Neptune’s return home brings hope and the ability to trust your faith in the divine. Religious nuts could take this energy over the edge. Tread lightly when speaking in groups of dissimilar minds. If you experiment with dream travel or explore other dimensions through meditation, you are about to go for a wild ride and have the ability to heal ancient patterns.

Pluto’s retrograde in Capricorn begins April 9. Refocus your paranoia and fear around finance and structure by re-evaluating what you are invested in energetically. Really look at where you are placing your good energy. Always place your health first. Nothing is more important than how you treat this flesh temple you reside in. Everything else in the material realm is just an illusion. The important thing is relating to others through kindness and love.

The Full Moon in Libra April 17, wants you make things fit even if it seems like you are trying to place a square peg in a round hole. Our good intentions can often mislead us to trying to do this where jobs and relationships are concerned. Most often what breaks a relationship down is your desire to be liked. Your effort to look good to the one you are enamored with causes you to compromise your beliefs and desires. This can only last for a very short time as it creates week links in the chains of love. Venus, the ruling planet of Libra is in a dubious quincunx to the Full Moon as she swims in the mysterious sign of Pisces. A quincunx is abrupt and can feel as if something is being taken away from you. Venus is your attraction and what is attracted to you. Balance all of this out by working peacefully with others. Be efficient and allow yourself to be inspired rather than put off by the suggestions of others.

April 20 the Sun steps solidly into Taurus providing a much more steadier feel under foot. The bull prefers to be peaceful and still. It is only when provoked that he stampedes. Taurus loves luxurious nurturing and strongly dislikes instability and discomfort. Stay comfortable in your skin and take care to see the early warning signs of conflict. If you miss the signals, your china shop is sure to end up a pile of shards.

The reset button needs to be hit on relationships when the love goddess Venus storms into Aries just after midnight my time of EDT on April 21. She is demanding an upgrade of behavior and new stimulation to remain interested. Allow yourself to try new things when it comes to your partner. If you are seeking a relationship now is the time to have a “meet-cute” where you just somehow bump into the right person at the right time quite unexpectedly.

Sing hallelujah and strike up the band for a fanfare April 23 to celebrate Mercury going direct. Communication takes off in record speed. Any delays you have been experiencing disappear quickly. Be patient. This takes a few days. The good news is that when it does begin to change, it does so rapidly!

April comes to a close with a conjunction of passionate Mars and expansive Jupiter in fiery Aries. Your self esteem is good and your ability to forge ahead is in peak condition. Launch your new project, schedule your overtime and boldly forge ahead! If you have issues with anger management, pad yourself and book an extra session with your therapist.

Let this be a month of active exploration while allowing the divine to guide you!

Aries March 19/20 to April 20/21
Guard your words and rely on the current of your unspoken words to make the good impression you intend. Stick with your daily commitments and health regimes. The choice is yours whether to have a breakthrough or a battle. Settle down and make the right choice.

Taurus April 20/21 to May 21/22
Letting your fantasies carry you away is a ticket to disaster. Dream your dreams and keep a clear distinction of what is reality and what is fantasy. When you wake up from your rosy colored stupor, it will be too late. The illusion of isolation is a false enemy. Embrace your aloneness.
                               
Gemini May 21/22 to June 21/22   
Forget about what everyone else is doing. Any battle or competition is within you. Set your goals and intentions to best only what you have previously achieved. It does not matter what everyone else is doing. You have hidden talent. Bring it to the forefront and tap into it!       
                                       
Cancer June 22/23 to July 22/23
Be grateful for your family and allow their support of your recent decisions to bring you strength. Use this to help you in the seemingly overwhelming task at hand. Now is the time of preparation for your future. No need to make the big move until next month. For now, prepare and secure all the loose ends.
               
Leo July 22/23 to August 23/24   
Does it really matter to you what others think? The extra fire this month invigorates you. Save some of this power for yourself. If you are unsure about a big decision, sit this turn out and wait until you have complete clarity. You can have your cake and eat it if you are able to exercise patience.  
    
Virgo August 23/24 to September 23/24
Slow going is an opportunity to perfect yourself. Take care to not get entangled prematurely with new acquaintances. Mind your manners and your tongue. Practice being a peace-keeper and watch your old pattern of re-activeness dissipate. It is possible to practice acceptance. Believe in your ability to do so.
    
Libra September 23/24 to October 23/24
A major next step on your life path awaits you. Carefully prepare for this by accommodating uncomfortable situations and giving them space to just be. When you feel bullied, take responsibility and use the technique of tough love on yourself. Soon your feeling of discontent soon passes. << MORE >>

Is there life on Mars? Looks like there will be soon! This is fast becoming a reality with the ship to Marsrecent news regarding Discovery's last voyage to the international space station.

Having a man on Mars Makes sense to me with all this Aries and action happening this month as well as the ruler of the red planet returning home!


Best to keep your cool. Those who have been experiencing a really hard winter probably don't want to hear this. Just promise me, if you are taking off for a trip to the tropics, pack extra sun-block!



New Moon in Pisces
Hard work and red-hot emotions set the tone for this month with warrior Mars leading the stellium of this lunation in the hypnotic liquid world of Pisces. At the other end of the fishy train are wordy Mercury and spontaneous Uranus. Here is what it is going to feel like: Have you ever gotten a sudden idea and on your way to what you thought was the way to set it action you tripped over your own foot and whammed yourself into some furniture? Meanwhile, a stream of sounds and heated nonsense flowed from your lips. OK, now imagine this in your daily dealings.

The symbol of the two fishes tethered at the tails shows us there are different directions we desire exploring while reminding us to keep ourselves whole and connected. Fish iconigraphically is used to delineate spirituality. The watery waves of the bound fishes, stirs our emotions. Take care to not let yourself become bogged down in feelings. The best advice I have is to put your emotions on ice however that figures for you.

Mercury speeds into Aries March 9 spurring the mind to initiate upon the ideas which have been sitting in the forefront. Stay reminded by this cycle of the fishes to maintain connection with others. When you disappear, it creates unnecessary tensions. A new or renewed spiritual pursuit is right on time.

When the grandfather of invention, Uranus, hurls himself into Aries, the world is bound to rock. This stay is for seven years and a great time to make a new commitment to health and well-being. Uranus signals inventions and always involves the unusual. Mind your investments and watch as they move and grow. Risks radically take you in unexpected directions. The more unusual they are the more positive they give.

When the moon reaches Virgo, the balance point to Pisces, on March 19, she insists you begin to assimilate everything which has occurred over the last year’s time. Take the next week to look back and note your achievements as well as all affirmative actions which you have taken. Luna’s opposition to the perversities of Uranus, guarantee earth shaking events. On a personal level there are massive emotional shifts. New and exotic dreams replace the stale ideas of yesterday. Take care to maintain an open mind. You are inventing new ways to handle the most mundane tasks. These are incredible time savers in your future.

March 20, marks the Sun’s move into Aries and thus the start of the Tropical year. I wish you an abundant year full of happiness, health and the achievement of your dreams. Ch-ch-ch-changes by the inimitable David Bowie are the theme song. So, blow the dust off of that 33 if you still have a turntable and give it a listen. If Mp3s are more your style, download it!

Spring fever hits hard here in the northern hemisphere and the desire to break out and break free pulls you into it. Be ready to face the repercussions in your movement is hasty or sloppy. Gumptious conduct has the better of you. This forces you to explore on your own. Get over thinking you are lonely. You are never alone!

Venus saunters inter her sign of exultation, Pisces on March 26 or 27, depending on where you are. This is a great time to find your Tantric partner or initiate the practice with your existing one. Tantra is more than a sexual practice. It is a way of life which teaches us to be more intimate with one another and those around us. The esthetic quality of basking in the divine bliss of Venus’ glow has you wanting to luxuriate and glow along with her. Just be mindful of your spending so as not to over extend. But, if you want to get the soft dreamy sweater or book yourself a spa treatment then by all means, go for it!
                               
Spring Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere March 20. Put on your fairy crown and celebrate the divine mother. Persephone is back from the underworld and it is time to reconnect with the part of you which is emerging. New growth is all around. Celebrate it!

Jupiter opposes Saturn March 28. This is the third opposition of these mighty giants in a row. Prior to this get all your plans lined up. The hot push of Jupiter in fiery Aries combined with the cool earthiness of Saturn in Libra creates an alchemical reaction. Take time to make sure candles and incense are blown out and if create safety protocols. Saturn in Libra has the ability to draw you to follow for superficial reasoning. Stop yourself and dig past the surface.

Mercury takes a retrograde motion which lasts through April 23 occurring in fidgety Aries. If you work with or have small children, get them out in the air and run them around before trying to get them to focus. They have a lot more inner heat than usual. Keep them cooler and comforted. Everybody is a bit more impatient than usual. Slowing down and practicing yogic pranayama, breathing exercises is a must to keep you balanced. For private or group lessons in this over the web or in person, please contact me: chicadelasestrellas@gmail.com

April Fools Day, on the first, Mars blasts into his home sign of Aries. Though his chariot is drawn by mighty steeds, the fumbling nature of this Mercury retrograde makes it a challenge to get things done the way he expects. Do your best to relax. This is no time to push and over exert. So unlike what this time of year usually feels like, it is better to stay relaxed and more introspective.

Remember, the theme for this month has to do with your imagination and inspirations. May your dreams float forth like fluffy clouds on the gentle breezes of your intuition.

Have a wonder-filled lunar month!

Read on to see what the stars have in store for the individual signs.
Keep looking up, the stars will guide the way!

Aries March 19/20 to April 20/21
Sparked by your inner flame you burn brightly ahead this month. Take care to soften things so as not to fry those around you. Blurting happens. If you are able to identify it when it comes to the tip of your tongue, good for you! Your thinking is on point. Check that your next precipice is sturdy before taking a leap.                              

Taurus April 20/21 to May 21/22
Time to take the initiative and climb up your ladder of success. Keep your cool and think about what you are about to say. Personal relationships are mystifying while work relationships feel stabile. Ride these out in both directions. Your long range goal gets the green light on the full moon. Be patient as you take your first few steps. Remember that Rome wasn’t built in a day!  
                               
Gemini May 21/22 to June 21/22   
Set up gentle boundaries to curb your appetites. Edit your words to keep those you care about safe. Put your insomnia to good use. Why not reorganize and begin creative endeavors? Walk softly on March 13. If not, your usual cover up the tracks technique fails. The end of the month brings you to the end of the road. << MORE >>

The buzz of confusion over Ophiuchus rang my phone off the hook and sent me a bunch of emails over the last few weeks! Please read on below to understand more of what this is all about.
 
2011 is the year of Metal Rabbit, according to Chinese Astrology. The Rabbit is a lucky sign. Rabbits are private individuals and a bit introverted. People born in the Year of the Rabbit are reasonably friendly individuals who enjoy the company of a group of good friends. They are good teachers, counselors and communicators, but also need their own space. According to Chinese tradition, the Rabbit brings a year in which you can catch your breath and calm your nerves. It is a time for negotiation. Don't try to force issues, because if you do you will ultimately fail. To gain the greatest benefits from this time, focus on home, family, security, diplomacy, and your relationships with women and children. Make it a goal to create a safe, peaceful lifestyle, so you will be able to calmly deal with any problem that may arise. Rabbits get along best with Goats and Pigs so if you are any of these three signs this is going to be an especially great year for you!

This month, you want to color outside the lines as the Moon renews herself in Aquarius. The usual bounce as a result of this playfulness is stressed with a conjunction with the warrior Mars. This is sure to spur aggressive outbreaks and split decisions that in hind sight do not make the same sense. Go easy on your eruptive tendencies around authority figures. They don’t go for that! Put your impulsiveness to good use and do your best to remain focused. Wacky behavior stirs up due to the stress of a 45 degree angle between Uranus and this New Moon. When in doubt retreat, keep your fingers off the keyboards and make only necessary phone calls. The goddess of the hearth skirts the opposite of this event so place your extra energy in cooking and creating healthier eating habits.

Ideas are popping February 3 when Mercury floats up to the lofty realm of Aquarius. Save all these morsels for later as now is probably not the best time to act out. Think of yourself as a collector and then set out to do just this. Right now, you may think you know it all and have all the answers but, when you bulldoze others it lands you under a heap of rubbish.

A little later this same day Venus struts into Capricorn. If you have been waiting for the signature or handshake, it is about to come through. So, be sure you negotiated for everything you really want. Decide where you really want to place your attention. Is it on love or career? Chances are the job takes precedent. The best thing you can do is to add flexibility to your pallette.

Chiron has completed his tour through Aquarius and so where ever that is in your natal chart is complete with the lesson of his recent stay. While in the Water Bearer’s sign, he taught us about innovative ways to solve the issues of the unique house he resided in. Moving on he is now using the potent healing power of Pisces. If you are a creative artist this is great news and depending on his loaction the results are sure to be astonishing.

February 18 our hearts pour open with the Leo Full Moon. The coolness of the Sun in Aquarius plays games with the ego.

Yet the clarity that accompanies most Full Moons is obscured by nebulous Neptune’s conjunction with the Sun. Delusions of grandeur or inflated infantile behavior are neither beneficial nor illuminating. Fortunately, sharp minds may penetrate foggy stories with Mercury and Mars’ close proximity to the Sun. This is a powerfully creative time when the only limit on ideas is how to integrate individual genius within a group process.

The final position for the Sun in the Tropical Time Table is Pisces. And so Apollo enters his last station February 18, before beginning the circle again once more. On the lighter side the Piscean realm is one of art, music and revelry. Lurking in the corners and dark spaces you find paranoia, addiction and a strong desire to retreat from reality. If you must retreat make it a safe and healthy choice. Say away from recreational activities which are unhealthy to the body and mind. Yoga Nidra is a great choice. Book a private appointment with me and have me record the session so you can have it to use as much as you like, whenever you like! Keep an intention to remain witness of situations which often cause emotional reactions. Save space in your heart to pardon those who cast insults.

When the planet of communication enters the watery sphere of Neptune, we find it hard to get the words out of our mouths. Take this opportunity to tune into your psychic side. Dust off your magic tools and bring them out to play. We all have the divine gift of intuition. Let this period of time inspire you to practice yours.
       
Further dampening to the sharp wit occurs February 22 as the Fires of Mars turn to mystical smoke signals. If situations ruffle your fur, take extra time to sort things out in private. With Mercury and Mars together in the rippling waters of the two fishes, it is very difficult to express out the mouth. Best to write and even better yet draw your feelings.

Though your flames got the damp blanket when the gang moved into Pisces February 25 has some changes in store as the enhancing energy of Jupiter squares with the cosmic alchemist, Pluto. Crazy change ups in taste and investment are afoot. Everything is exaggerated and depending on the angle to your natal moon, dramatic. Keep things easily digestible in foods and in all communications. Mistakes now make huge future impacts.

Figure out the best way to keep things cool and easy by reading your Sun Sign and Rising Sign.
See you next month! Keep looking up, the stars are there to guide you!

    
 Aries March 19/20 to April 20/21
Exit stage left and avoid the confrontation. Be unique and revel in your own particular style. Be wise and kind. Treat yourself as gently as you like to think you do others.

Taurus April 20/21 to May 21/22
Focus on the energy exchange rather than commerce. No matter how much you go for the buck, it leaves you empty. Be forgiving and act with integrity.  
                           
Gemini May 21/22 to June 21/22       
The winding road is your destination. Give yp the idea that you must clearly see a goal. Just get into the processes of moving on.

Cancer June 22/23 to July 22/23
Diligently press forward. Act on impulses. Dare to take risks.When the moon is full, retreat. Avoid whining and complaining. The universe is listening. Create the positive by being positive.              
Leo July 22/23 to August 23/24   
Give up the crowd play for some alone time. This is a perfect month for a retreat or private getaway. Refuse to be involved with chatty hearsay.     
    
Virgo August 23/24 to September 23/24
Less is more this month. Take the time to perfect your new recipes and ideas for existence. Trust your gut, that is the intuition which leads you in the right direction.
    
Libra September 23/24 to October 23/24
Take extra time to line up all of your ideas and clarify your pitch. It is really important that you know what you want right now. A new love interest floats in at the end of the month. This could be a relationship or job offer. What is your passion?
    
Scorpio October 23/24 to November 22/23
You have your nose to the grindstone! Ease up and come up for air and water. When you are breathing and wetting your whistly you will be amazed at who you meet!
    
Sagittarius   November 22/23 to December 21/22   
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Thank you to the Astronomer Parke Kunkle for turning eyes toward us! Indeed he had a point and so I am here to unravel the big messy knot he just constructed. If you don’t know what I am talking about check this out!


Indeed there are many different ways to measure things in our earthly realm, let’s take for example inches versus centimeters. In time, we have various systems as well and in space, well that is a whole different ball of wax.

You see regardless of whether you are measuring in Tropical Time, Sidereal Time or Space Time it all involves a starting point. The obvious one is “Wherever you are, there you are!”

So, here’s the curve ball: Everyone is right and there is really no need to point a finger and say one is more correct or better than another. You see just as in life, everything is a matter of perspective.

So, really, tell me, who is to say what is correct? Sure we use “science” to measure and tell us information but long before clocks, people were telling time.

Here is the skinny on the styles:
Tropical Astrology, which I have received a degree in, is based on the time measurement from Equinox to Equinox and from Solstice to Solstice. Have those moved? Well actually yes but Spring is still basically where Spring should be. The fact is some of my colleagues have shifted to using Sidereal time. I am considering it. This would in fact change your natal chart quite a bit by varying amount based on when you were born. The older you are, the less of a shift.

Sidereal is a time-keeping system astronomers use to keep track of the direction to point their telescopes to view a given star in the night sky. A sidereal day is approximately 23 hours, 56 minutes in length. Add up all those missing minutes and you will start to question your timepiece! It truly measures the timing of the previous point. In actuality, the vernal equinox itself precesses very slowly in a westward direction relative to the fixed stars. Ask yourself this: Is any star truly fixed? How the heck would you know? Really!

But from our perspective here on the blue rock we call Earth, indeed things have shifted. Kunkle bunked things up trying to fit everything into yet another perspective. Are you confused yet? I am becoming so.

In an effort clarify this without rambling on for pages here I go. Trust me, I have been thinking about this since I first started practicing Astrology as a teen and long before I went to college for it!

Last year I went to the Bahamas to study Jyotish formally. This is an Eastern style of Astrology which uses a different Mythology all together. The key point is yes, Astrologers use time and space to plot all of this stuff, but it is Mythology which tells the rich stories and makes sense of it all. In Tropical style, the Planets and Stars can be of either gender. In Jyotish the Planets are male and the Stars, female. OK, right there we can see major differences in the interpretation data. I asked my teacher to really, honestly tell me if he could say which is better if both he and I can reach the same conclusion using different systems and mythologies. He said, no.

Add to the mix other forms like Chinese Astrology and by the way Happy Chinese New Year to you in this Year of the Rabbit, Mayan Astrology, they had a completely different measurement of time and Arabic just to name a few.

Back to who the heck is Ophiuchus. Yes, Ophiuchus has always been there and when I was in school for Astrology we used him. Most people are not ready for a 13th sign, you see, 13 has a bad rap. I however love the number and see it as relative to Venus. That is a topic for another day. The fact is, Ophiuchus has had his foot in between Scorpio and Sagittarius all along, so if you are a late Scorpio or early Sagittarius, you are Ophiuchun! But, I am still treating you as a Scorpio or a Sagittarius.

Here’s the deal, each culture looked up instead of looking a some ridiculous little keyboard! They related to what was around them and allowed themselves to be guided by what they saw and felt. They learned to tell stories to pass the knowledge on. So, their techniques live on and some of us use them.

If you would like to know the comparison of your Tropical Chart to your Sidereal using the Greek Mythology, I am happy to do this for you. Also, I have a whole new suit of interpretive programs which will interpret your natal charts in many different ways. These are created by Esoteric Software in Australia and I am very grateful to be offering this service to you. I have 13 different interpretive reports to choose from. Emailed reports are $20 and topics include, Modern overview of your Natal chart, Dynamic Relationships, Your Zodiac Child, Health and Well-being, Dynamic Transits, Solar Returns, Goddesses, Kindred Spirits, Vocation, Angels, Classical, the ancient Art of Medicus and a Fixed Star Report.
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Chances up you weren’t awake early enough the morning of January 4, to catch a flurry of meteors in the dark sky. Observers in Europe, northern Africa, the Middle East and parts of Asia witnessed a partial eclipse of the sun at the same time. In western Europe, as much as 86% of the solar disk was covered by the Moon at dawn, producing a fantastic crescent sunrise on Jan. 4th.

So, what does this all mean? Meteors are a rapid display of light. Hmm, kind of like new ideas with lightening speed. Sometimes these are hard to grasp and remember like all sorts of things darting through your sleeping mind! So, did you have any interesting ideas that woke you up in the night or early in the morning? Get going with them. If you don’t remember what they were, by all means ask the dream keeper to take you back to them over the next few nights.

This new moon in sturdy Capricorn occurred early in the morning and came along with a Solar Eclipse. This is the psyche’s turn to overtake the ego. Emotions want to run hot and high but instead are bubbling just below the surface. Luna’s romp across the Sun is accompanied by a square between Venus and Neptune. Watch out and take time to evaluate what you are feeling draw into. This is difficult as you are spurred on by the ignitable energy of the current Jupiter-Uranus conjunction. This is the pair’s third meeting and this time the influence of the misty realm of Pisces has everything a little to rose colored. Make a strong and definitive reality check.
It seems you just want to dart around looking for the cheese but the maze is really confusing right now. Get rid of the mundane little tasks through completion and responsible delegation. Conserve energy at all costs.

The shadow of this eclipse touches areas from India, through Egypt and Turkey to Great Britain. Let’s all watch what happens in the news for these powers. No matter where you are, be as still as possible and resist adding a pile of things to your list of tasks. Rather than cooking up new schemes, put the energy to safer use and cook up some new recipes! If you haven’t checked out my new blog yet at www.MYTHoloGEM.org you will be happy to see a mix of my travels both in the world and through my mind. In addition I am sharing some great recipes of my own, so get cooking!

The Goddess of love leaps rebelliously into Sagittarius January 7, which can be a very good thing for existing relationships if put to good use. By this I mean, take the energy by the reigns and ride it. Change things up by adding new spice to the usual blend. Passion needs to grow and change in order to stay happy, alive and kicking. If you are single and looking for love, leap out over the pasture fence and try out a new way of finding possibilities.

January 13, Mercury gets out his calculator and returns to the steadfast field of Capricorn where he first began to back up on his recent retrograde. Before going public on your new ideas, test them out on a small group of people you trust. Things may not be as polished or ready as you thought and this is a great way from making mistakes in front of those you want to impress.

Mercury continues onto a conjunction with the nodes of the moon in also in Capricorn. Keep things a little more conservative in your presentations. You don’t have to hang from the ceiling to get attention. Just be precise and clear. Less is more during this phase. If you feel you must act out and use innovative antics then wait until the 15th when Mars steams into Aquarius. Now you can push the edges and color outside the lines.

The sensitive Full Moon in Cancer on January 19, has us seeking peace and kindness. There is a need for safety. When was the last time you checked your back up plans in computers and fire extinguishers? An ounce of prevention goes a long way right now. The Sun in Capricorn supports this with a fatherly nod.

The very next day on January 20, the Sun blasts into Aquarius so don’t be alarmed if our plans from yesterday get blown to smithereens! Suddenly there is a desire to think outside the box and act in most unusual manners. What seemed packed tight yesterday takes on a completely new palette of colors and forms. Though a fixed sign, Aquarius is lofty and often distant. This plays out in most unusual ways.

January 22, Jupiter gets busy when he fires into Aries. It is now time for you to embark on your new journey. Try out your new ideas. Take some risks. Explore new territory. There is not waiting for a better time in the future go for it now.

Three days later January 25, the window is closed when Saturn turns retrograde. Now you must turn inward and evaluate what is going on from the depths to the surface. Get out your psychological shovel and start digging! Need some help figuring all of this out? Call me for a personal consultation: 772.233.8229 and I will help you map this all out.
                                 
Aries March 19/20 to April 20/21
In one week’s time everything is feeling a whole lot better. All of the changes you have been pushing for come to fruition easily. So ask yourself, “Why am I pushing so hard right now?” Then, take time to declutter and shift energy around. Clean up and clear out to prepare for the amazing new phase you are entering. Plans play out over the next six months. Choose wisely!

Taurus April 20/21 to May 21/22
It is not your style to enjoy slippery slopes and bouncy journeys. Get over it. The next six months are twisty and full of strange turns. This gives you opportunity to ride it out and learn how to surf the energy. When you catch yourself trying to rosy things up, take a reality check and get real.
                               
Gemini May 21/22 to June 21/22       
Slow down and take a lot more time. Patience is your new mode to operate from outwardly in all your interactions with others. If you crave speed, let it happen in your thoughts only. Thicken up your skin and use the opportunity to let words roll off you like rain. In the infamous words of the Rolling Stones “You can’t always get what you want, but if you try sometime, you get what you need.”
       
Cancer June 22/23 to July 22/23
Go back over past offers as one of them is sure to resurface and come through. If you are unsure of what to do, bounce the options off of a trusted friend. This month is about getting down to business and beefing up your contacts and options. Get all of your ducks lined up and go after what you want in the early part of the day on January 17. Watch out in the following days to not get moody and spoil your hard work.
               
Leo July 22/23 to August 23/24       
The best way to clean things up is to sort through them and get rid of what is no longer working for you. So it is with your job situation. Time must be taken to clear out the past. This is the only way you can make space for the new things to come. No, they are not just around the corner as of yet. Be grateful for what you do have and clear out all of the pollution in your house and your mind.
    
Virgo August 23/24 to September 23/24
Let go and get crazy. This is no time to calculate and scheme. It just won’t work. Cut loose and go in a completely opposite direction. Watch out for insecurities around the full moon of January 19. This is a great time to renounce bad habits and really make the positive changes you deserve. You can do it! When Saturn retrogrades you will once again feel stabilized. Now, take a deep breath!   

Libra September 23/24 to October 23/24
The rumblings to move on are due to the Solar Eclipse taking place in your fourth house of family and roots. This doesn’t mean you have to scatter to the four directions. Instead, go for the innovative plan you have been brewing. << MORE >>

A lot is going on and so this is a slightly late issue of Suerte. Read on in your personal signs and find out what next year has in store for you!

Shoot for the stars and your next adventure! The New moon on December 5, marks the time of inspiration and aiming lofty arrows at the future. Whether it is love or career, the stars are pointing to your next great adventure! Think BIG! This is a great time to plan what you will commit to learning in the coming year so, sign up for the courses and put down the deposit!

You are thinking outside the box December 5 with Uranus moving direct after his several months of retrograde. The psychedelic daddy of invention has your idea motor revving up once again. So, if you have been feeling stagnant, you now get the ideas to put your energy to work on.

The discipline you have been craving is yours December 7, when active Mars sits back in the surprisingly comfy control chair of Capricorn. Methods and a much needed plan unfold and become clear with the power of Mars harnessed and put to constructive use in the domain of the Sea Goat. My only advice is to remain mindful of the feelings of others and resist being pushy.

December 10 Mercury begins his final retrograde cycle of the year in stodgy Capricorn. If you have made strong statements or laid down the foundation for a future plan, it can easily be crushed. I don’t know about you, but I feel like the tricky messenger has been back-peddling more than moving forward this year! Fortunately he graces us by moving direct just before the turn of the year so we have this to look forward to.

When the force of Mars conjoins the transformative liquidity of Pluto the choice of direction is up to your ability to relax and go with the molten flow of things. Add to this spicy soup Mercury’s retrograde and a connection with Rahu, the North Node and you have got a karmic strata to dismantle on December 13. Smooth back your prickly energy and spend more time in quiet contemplation. I suggest a journal and a large very warm cup of soothing tea. Allow the ideas to flow and take time in the near future to process it all.

Backing up into the fiery space of Sagittarius, words blurt and ideas fly around. Take time to realize whether you can back this all up with cohesive thought. Best to tape your mouth shut! Look at it this way: an ounce of prevention yields a pound of cure. When handed anything written, take lots of time to read the fine print. In conversations also, back up and read in between the lines.

The full moon Eclipse December 21 in Gemini, guides us to gather our thoughts and get organized before the turn of the year. Cut out everything that is not serving your higher purpose. Commit to only that which keeps you grounded and true to your intention. Expansive Jupiter squares this event which really heats things up. Added to this is the wacky force of Uranus who tries to get you to take risks and possibly make questionable choices. Meanwhile Nebulous Neptune juices it up with a positive flow of his unique energy. Confusion to enlightenment could happen. What do you choose?

A couple hours later the Sun steps in Capricorn signaling the change of the seasons and either the longest day or night of the year depending on which hemisphere you reside in. Here in my yard we celebrate the longest night and the winter solstice. My intention is for us all to have even more patience with one another and to witness our reactions sooner so as to prevent unnecessary leaking of energy.

As I promised, Mercury sails direct December 29. Whatever you have been sitting patiently waiting for soon comes to be. Have positive thought and keep your faith. Indeed, there has been a great deal of tension in the world. But, really it does no good to dwell on it. Find practices like mediation and yoga which help to keep everything relaxed and in focus. Practice what keeps the mind sharp and alert with te body relaxed and the heart open.
I wish you an amazing 2011! Thank you for your patience with this arriving a couple days late. I promise I have made up for it with what I am giving you in the individual signs. For more personal guidance, call me to schedule a consultation!

Aries March 19/20 to April 20/21
This year has been a great unfolding. Open into the beauty that is truly you. Keep your head up and your eyes wide open. Really take in what is in front of you and all around. By the end of January the fullness of Jupiter is yours to tap into. Use this time now to figure out what you really want to create.

Taurus April 20/21 to May 21/22       
You have the right building blocks. Now, rearrange them. This very significant year is the culmination of a twelve-year cycle. This is it! Like a Zen monk in walking meditation, take the long road and slow, steady steps to reach your destination.
                               
Gemini May 21/22 to June 21/22       
There is no force. There is no doing. There is only unfoldment. There is only acceptance. You are not able to make things happen. Therefore, you have only the choice of relaxing and accepting. If you have a personal daily practice, stick to it. If you do not, develop one. Words on paper mean nothing. Test the concepts out in the physical realm.  
    
Cancer June 22/23 to July 22/23
Open your mouth and shout about it, even if you are wrong. This is the time for you to be vocal, to voice your opinion. You are already accepting of what you have created for yourself. Though it is not your true nature, you must push yourself to be competitive. This is how you gain what you desire. Nip everything in the bud as it comes your way.
               
Leo July 22/23 to August 23/24   
Like a cliff diver, you are on the edge of a huge transformation. If you want to start over, just do it. There is no time like the present to take the plunge and make a huge change. Be open minded and adventurous. Don’t look back, just take the foolish leap!   
    
Virgo August 23/24 to September 23/24
This year brings you to the Guru in you. It may take the shape and form of an actual Guru. This is potential to travel to distant lands and have a great adventure. New relationships formed in the coming year are unusual and beyond your wildest dreams. Travel deep into your psychic space as well as distant lands, is in the stars.
    
Libra September 23/24 to October 23/24
Let the holiday season just be. If you feel struggles acknowledge it and continue on. Just around the corner in the coming year everything is put into perspective. Practice discipline and exercise patience. Do everything within your power to continue on the road of self improvement. Stay steady and balanced.
    
Scorpio October 23/24 to November 22/23
Empty, dump, clean, let go. As the coming year unfolds, the path becomes more liquid and easier to negotiate. The possibilities and propositions are coming. So, for now tidy up what little mess is left and empty the mind. This creates a beautiful vessel able to receive the wonders of the coming year.
    
Sagittarius   November 22/23 to December 21/22       
The greatest journey is right here. There is no need to search outside yourself. Lighten up by giving things away. Downshift to a more manageable level of output. Practice active listening and make your intention to hear the two sides to every story. << MORE >>

Unearth the true you. Dig deeply into your psyche in order to discover the real reasons why things have been going the way they have. We live in a system of cause and effect, of karma. Zeus has been striking his hammer reconstructing reality in his forge. The sparks have kicked up a tornado of energy which were visible on the Sun over the last few weeks in the form of flares. These have smacked Apollo’s steeds, causing his chariot to veer dangerously. This has our egos running amok in circles on our psyches.

The New Moon today has the potential to rock your financial boat as the electrifying zap from outrageous Uranus forms a stressful 135-degree sesquisquare with the New Moon. Love seekers please be mindful of my warning from last month, about starting new relationships during Venus retrograde. In a little less than two weeks she begins to sail forward again, so keep your zipper up if what you really want is a long-term commitment!

Instead, use today and the coming ten, to dig around deep inside yourself. The Scorpio New Moon is a time to reevaluate your psyche. Though Pluto, the ruler of Scorpio, is not significantly aspecting this event, he still has a part in it. Clean up, purge and change. These are the actions to create harmony right now. Everything seems to be in flux. Accept it and there is no struggle.

November 6, Neptune shifts into forward motion, turning direct. Everything you have been dreaming of is now like seeds which need you to plant them. Care lovingly for them as you nurture their growth. Believe in yourself and your inspirations. Thank goodness the recent elections are over here in the USA. Let’s all figure out a way to make things work out for the best and pool our energies as a group!

November 7, it is time to roll the clocks back an hour where daylight-saving time applies. Take extra time to sleep so as to avoid a staggering week of grogginess. This always makes me long for my former home state Arizona where they just leave it alone. Why can’t we all just get that this is the best way to handle it? I will never understand this! This year there is a sparkling light at the end of the tunnel making it less fussy. Today Venus, still on her backward journey floats home into her Librarian realm. This is a great opportunity to mend the snares in your relationships. Keep your intentions clear and detach from perfectly rosy outcomes. Keep things real.

On November 13, look to the southeast after sunset to see the waxing Gibbous Moon near planet Jupiter. This celestial nighttime picture continues through the November 15. Any emotional waves have the potential to rise to tidal-wave proportions. Stay mindful of this and be gentle in your communications.

Just after the rise and just before the set of the moon on the nights of November 17 and 18, find a cozy, comfy spot and stare at the sky to watch the Leonid meteor shower. meteorshowersonline.com/leonids.html
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Mercury causes you to blurt out when he moves into Sagittarius November 8. This causes many of us to get bolder about expressing our spiritual views. Having just been through an election, now is not the time to get holy. Rather than spending all of your energy doing the talking, take a long sip of your favorite beverage and practice active listening. Put your inspiration into writing or other creative activities. Spare your friends and family all of this verbiage.

Hallelujah, Jupiter turns direct November 18. You may now return to pleasant optimism. I have to admit that I have felt sticky for lack of a better adjective. This is on all counts: mental, physical and emotional. Let’s all take a big sigh of relief. Good, now things are getting back into order! Go ahead and go for the big things you desire. You now have a much better chance of attaining them.

Another bright star shining at the end of a long tunnel happens November 18 as well when Venus turns direct. I recall a little song that went “Happy, happy, joy, joy!” If there was ever a theme song for this double delicious day, this is it! Single people, you now are cleared to move around and date once more. Those of you who started something new during the Venusian back-step, let me know if it lasts. Do you remember my warning? Here it is again:

“Tomorrow on October 8, the goddess of love and attraction, Venus, goes into her retrograde cycle. For those of you already in relationship, this is a great time of reconnecting and redefining your commitments to one another. For those of you seeking love, this is a classic time of quick romance which has a hard time lasting. The ancient astrologers said that if you found love during Venus retrograde, it had no chance for the long run. I have to admit that it is my experience that this is very true. So, take this time to work on you and learn about your aloneness. Find strength in your beingness and be happy as you.”

So, now with the goddess of love and Jupiter direct, we all have a much better chance to relate and play nicely. My suggestion for personal growth: purge the clothes you aren’t wearing and give them to someone who needs them. Now, create a new look and a new plan.

During this Autumn season here in the northern hemisphere, we are experiencing a Full Moon of Mayan notability on November 21 when Luna is in her exaltation sign of Taurus. This notable angle places her in the Constellation of the Pleiades. This is the beginning of the end of the great Mayan Calendar in my opinion. This grouping of stars is a signal of peace and harmony so that is where I am placing my prayers and energy. If you want to keep reading and watching things calling 2012 the end, that is your business. I am not playing into that behavior.

If you are a teen or you have teens in your life, prepare for a showdown over rules which are formed out of values. You see, the ego or Sun in this case in Scorpio, who wants change in order to reconstruct. This is opposite the psyche, the Moon in this case in Taurus, who really prefers to enjoy to excess that which has come forth recently. The kicker is there is a square to nebulous Neptune. If you have deadlines, stay on them and do your best to get it all done ahead of time. Instead of struggling, try to tap into your creativity.

November 22 when the Sun jumps into Sagittarius, sparks fly and limits melt. Stay within reason when planning for the holidays and also when getting into tight situations with family and friends. Be realistic when planning and stay within your limits.

Relationship issues arise November 29 when Venus slithers into Scorpio. This throws more energy on your relationships or your desires for them. The goddess’s recent six-week retrograde romp unleashed all sorts of dark feelings as old relationships spattered your shoreline. Were you able to see the problems? Did you keep a clear head when dealing with everyone? Go ahead and get crystal clear about what you really want from your most intimate relationships. If you are ready for one, now is the time to brew your desires into an incantation of attraction.

This lunar month tops off, with intellectual Mercury stepping firmly into Capricorn on November 30. Phrasing is concise and to the point along with much needed patience for problem solving. Space is made for planning and focus returns. Get everything planned for the end of the year and next month you can sit back and enjoy the holidays!
 
Here are my tidbits for your lunar month by sign:
                                   
Aries March 19/20 to April 20/21
Your thick armor is cracking to reveal a soft, very vulnerable inside. There is no time like the present to practice letting your true feelings out. Mid-November you are ablaze with ideas and inspirations. Take it easy on the caffeine!

Taurus April 20/21 to May 21/22
Be like the tortoise, slow and steady, which saves you from burning out. Your pace picks up toward the end of the month when all the perceived obstacles melt and you magically get your way. This does not mean it is OK to be manipulative!
                               
Gemini May 21/22 to June 21/22
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Take a long deep breath and settle down with this New Moon in Libra. All of the intensity you felt these last few months was real and now I promise you time and space for yourself. The silky smooth ease of the new moon in Libra is as welcome as the change in weather many experience this time of year. Here, near the beach, my windows are open for the first time and I am happily breathing in the fresh air. Libra’s influence on the October 7 New Moon has us thinking about new outfits and reasons to get decked out. Say yes to these opportunities this weekend and have a ball or better yet accept an invitation to one!

No doubt, this is what you are experiencing in many aspects of your life! The feeling of starting fresh is real, so take full advantage of it! Go for all of the brainy new ideas you have and call on the help of Mercury who is in conjunction to this event. He is here to give you new ideas and help you see the steps needed to put them into action. In addition, know that Saturn’s strength and stability has your back, So, as long as you are making sound decisions you can easily get the job done! Now, let’s get on with other business.
    
Tomorrow on October 8, the goddess of love and attraction, Venus, goes into her retrograde cycle. For those of you already in relationship, this is a great time of reconnecting and redefining your commitments to one another. For those of you seeking love, this is a classic time of quick romance which has a hard time lasting. The ancient astrologers said that if you found love during Venus retrograde, it had no chance for the long run. I have to admit that it is my experience that this is very true. So, take this time to work on you and learn about your aloneness. Find strength in your beingness and be happy as you.

This sort of digging becomes easier on October 20 when Mercury moves into the deep psyche of Scorpio. This gives you the ability to dig into your own personality to the point of obsessive. Work hard and utilize the extra time to dive deeper into yourself. The full moon in Aries occurs on October 22 followed the next day by the Sun’s move into Scorpio. This is the second full moon in Aries in a month’s time which boosts our ability to be independent.

The Sun’s moves into Scorpio signals the seasonal change which manifests as cooler temperatures in the northern and warmer in the southern hemispheres. Notice how your emotional state shifts as well. Weather is such a great metaphor for behavior. Check the weather of the world and compare it to your mind. Scorpio forces you to change that which is done and decayed. It is a great time of letting go. I warn you, if you struggle it will be ripped out of your hands so, let go graciously and with gentle trust.

If you are a creative person involved in the arts, mark the date of October 27 on your calendar. Big things are bound to happen for you. Writers unblock, musicians compose and creativity flows boundlessly as serious Saturn semisquares patron of the arts: Neptune. Therefor, put some time aside to be creative on this day. There will be two more days in 2011 with this exact angle so use this first one to plant the seeds of creativity. Then, in March and April of next year around the 24th of each month, watch what happens. Think of this like planting a cosmic garden.

Also, on October 27, Mars leaves Scorpio and moves into Sagittarius. The extra fire of this Jupiter-ruled sign helps to get your engine cooking. If you have felt sluggish or lazy, this is sure to boost your levels! Sagittarius loves to get you out of your normal surroundings and Mars has the motivation you need to make it happen. Don’t be surprised if you plan trips abroad or sign up for higher learning. The centaur is the guru of knowledge and loves when you have a spiritual quest tied to a learning experience.

Aries March 19/20 to April 20/21                               
A new partnership formed on the eve of this new moon is bound to be long-lasting. Be sure not to confuse this for the following day! Reread what I wrote above! Whatever has you down is suddenly lifted. Simply shift your attitude and everything which previously appeared blocked is suddenly going your way. The second Full Moon in your sign gives you a second chance to make up your mind. Wait until October 24 to announce your decision.  

Taurus April 20/21 to May 21/22       
I know you don’t like things slippery and unsure but please don’t be bullish and take this advice: Be indirect, and take your time. Let the energy of Scorpio encourage you to dig deep beneath the surface of every situation. Though you think this is a waste of time, I promise it comes with great reward. By the end of the month everything flows easily and you feel lighter.
                               
Gemini May 21/22 to June 21/22       
Take time to really question your recent life decisions. You may think you know it all but this is a time when I want you to really act like your sign and weigh things out. The confusion at the beginning of the month works itself out easily when you exercise patience. Be honest and truthful about your beliefs and who you are. The Full moon spurs you hard so use composure to keep from acting regrettably rash.  
    
Cancer June 22/23 to July 22/23
Let the swirling ideas in your head out. Trying to define and refine is a waste of time. Act in opposite ways to your norm. It is fine to be cautious but don’t stop there. Don’t allow yourself to be pushed by others. The Full Moon gives you the opportunity to practice saying no. Just before the end of the month, when you feel like retreating, do so. Just before the New Moon in October you arise and awaken feeling refreshed and renewed.
               
Leo July 22/23 to August 23/24       
You may not believe the immense power of your mind and thoughts right now. Add to this some conscious focus on protocol and diplomacy and you are unstoppable! Keep yourself calm during the Full Moon so you do not singe others with your words and actions. When Mars makes his move the fiery element gives you the power shift you have been craving.
    
Virgo August 23/24 to September 23/24
All of your recent decisions have been life changing and for the better. By mid-month you feel various pressures. The best way to handle it is by readjusting your attitude. The end of the month has you running interference to get your point across to the group you are negotiating with. Stand your ground and you come out the victor.
    
Libra September 23/24 to October 23/24
Don’t give in to be nice. Hold your ideas sacred and stand up for what you want. Stop looking outside your home and yourself. Everything you want is right there. Once you get this clear in your mind everything you desire appears at your door. Sound familiar? This has been an ongoing theme for a few months. Why then do I need to keep reminding you? I am just trying to keep you on track! Your self esteem improves at the end of the month which ultimately brings you the pleasure you have been seeking all along.
    
Scorpio October 23/24 to November 22/23
Picture this: You tell everyone that you need to go out of town for the weekend and that you will not have internet or phone contact. Then, stay home, refusing to turn on the computer or the phones. Doesn’t that sound great? Now do it! You have been dreaming of this so make it real! Lighten up in the week leading up to the next New Moon when everything starts to go your way.

Sagittarius   November 22/23 to December 21/22       
Practice deep breathing and less talking. This helps you avoid hurting someone deeply. Business needs pull you in several directions at once. As the month comes to a close, you feel inspired to bring a recent conundrum to conclusion. Use the power jolt at the end of the month to get all the jobs done which you have stacked up on your plate. Magically they conclude and your intuition leads you to an even better destination.

Capricorn December 21/22 to January 20/21
Loosen up while keeping a watch on what is going on around you. Does this confuse you? This doesn’t mean micro manage others, but rather step out of your own way. << MORE >>

Pull out your magnifying glass and inspect your surroundings. Those of you with strong Virgo influence are laughing at me for saying this as you have been doing nothing else for the last few weeks will tricky little Mercury has been forcing you into a huge overhaul and clean up protocol! Don’t cringe under the pressure of the mother goddess, but rather allow her to guide you through this fastidious phase. The prankster continues to step backwards for a few more days, so hold off on beginning anything new, unless it is spurred by a reevaluation of what had not been working.

Speaking of goddess energy, Venus saunters into Scorpio early in the day just after the Moon and Sun join in the sky, making a notable statement for this lunar month. A dark veil lifts, revealing strong cravings and a desire for diving deep below the surface. Your attention pulls you under and you find yourself digging or information. Muddy water flows through your conversations. I am sure the water cooler talk is leading and promiscuous, full of innuendoes as everyone gropes around trying to connect. Windows steam up and perception blurs, endangering the ability to see clearly and think straight. If you have a green streak, mind your manners and your tongue, so as not to say anything regrettable. Rather than getting caught up in jealousies, put this energy to good use on the job. Use the power of detection to discover new methods and ways of getting the work done. Leave your friends alone and promise me you won’t get picky with each other.

Later in the day, Jupiter backs up into Pisces. If you weren’t paranoid earlier, then be prepared for twisted thoughts which potentially trap your mind tonight. Please don’t lose sleep over them. Allow yourself to drift peacefully into dreams and visions. During the next few months as the sacred guru returns to his cave for meditation, we are urged to get back on the path of what the yogis call sadhana, our daily practice of meditation and connecting with the divine pool of energy. Jupiter, the great one, stays here through January 20, 2011. Close your physical eyes and see through your cosmic third eye. This is an opportunity for the greater to dissolve boundaries and the notion that we are separate from one another. Be full of spirit and dedicate your heartfelt love to the greater being of humankind.

Clever Mercury turns direct September 12. All of our recent clean up and reorganizing now pays off. Take a break to enjoy the spic-and-span kingdom you have created. Everything that went awry these last few weeks suddenly breathes their way into perfect order. Call on Mercury as an ally, trust him to get things right.

Awaken from the deep cold freeze your brain has been in since mid April when the inky lord Pluto returns to forward motion in the early degrees of Capricorn on September 13. Pluto’s alchemy is about to transform your work sector, spiritual growth and to add something unique to your personal chart. Contact me for a personal consultation to find out the nitty gritty.

Mars the warrior moves home for a tour through one of his rulership posts in Scorpio. Vital transformative Plutonic energy gets accelerated from a strong Martian push, which no matter how you may want to slow things down or control, you find you are unable to do so. Give in and change.

September 18, Jupiter backs into the second of three conjunctions with Uranus. An explosion of the unexpected energy occurs. You want to know where this is taking place for you, as it is similar to early June of this year and will take a third turn in January of 2011. Behavior will be unexpected and unusual. Visualize a new way of thinking and being.

September 22, the Sun swings into Libra, marking the change of seasons and a new balance point for humanity. If you have unfinished business, resolve to make it right and bring things into concord. Those of you in pursuit of personal growth utilize this opportunity for attunement with higher power.

The Full Moon in Aries September 23 throws you onto the playing field with your partners in business and love. Team player change and contract are rewritten.  You know this has been coming, so hunker down and deal with it! The outer planets accentuate the intensity of the event in their tense squares, stressing out your ability to stay calm and reason with clarity. Be prepared. If you have felt change coming, then practice your presentation and know in advance how you are going to handle this.

Mercury harmonizes the interval with his glide into Libra. He acts as a mediator for any mess which has stirred up this lunar month. Use him to direct your thoughts and words toward a big plateful of self improvement with a side helping of kindness.

This New Moon in Virgo grabs you by the neck and says “Clean it all up!” The good news is: you are finally feeling full of energy which had been hard to find these last few weeks. Read on to learn what the stars have in store for each individual sign. Contact me for a private consultation in which I guide you to make the most of this month’s lunar opportunities.


Aries March 19/20 to April 20/21
You have been yearning for change, now it comes at you with great velocity. Back up a little bit to give space to all of the surprises. You don’t need to have every little answer. More continues to come at you as the month marches forward. Do your best to keep the pace. Though temptation does her best to lure you away from responsibility, it is best to stay honest and true.

Taurus April 20/21 to May 21/22
Take your time and the longer route. This pays off big time. No corner cutting and no quick fixes. Like dried up glue, nothing sticks when you rush through things. Skirt the issues with your closest circle so sugarcoat the truth and use rosy words when giving constructive feedback.
                               
Gemini May 21/22 to June 21/22       
Micro manage and second guess yourself all month. The big lightbulb comes on, with the answers you have been waiting for. If you can be alone and keep a cool head September 13, you save yourself a great deal of aggravation, even if it means taking a wellness day and unplugging the phone.
       
Cancer June 22/23 to July 22/23
Analyze, scrutinize and evaluate every little decision. Keep all your brilliance to yourself and stash what you don’t need for later. Say no if asked to spread yourself thin or to give your energy away for less than its true value. At the end of the month new opportunities come your way but in order to find them, you may have to hunt them down.     
           
Leo July 22/23 to August 23/24       
Any self improvement and personal growth feed the fires of your future. Think back to when things were going your way and recreate the patterns. If in relationship, plan a personal retreat just before the end of this cycle so as to avoid a blowup with your significant other. Roll up your sleeves and gets your hands on the situation.
    
Virgo August 23/24 to September 23/24
If it doesn’t feel or fit right, change it! This is no time to act diplomatically. Voice your inner feeling without sounding irrational. Your words come through with sharp vision and profound clarity. If you are in relationship, steamy communication of your innermost thoughts erupts a volcano of pleasure. Put it to good use!
    
Libra September 23/24 to October 23/24
Look to the distance to keep from freaking out over what is close at hand. Relief comes easily and out of the blue to lift the burden you have been carrying. Even if you don’t know exactly how to take the little steps to reach your intended goal, the universe magically assists you and everything works out in the end.
    
Scorpio October 23/24 to November 22/23
Your desire to retreat and regroup is not at all antisocial, but rather a much needed respite from the immense amount of energy you have been putting forth for others. Ask only those who are wiser than you for help and guidance. Take a big bite of healthy activity and wash it down with a long drink of the vital elixir full of power and peace.

Sagittarius   November 22/23 to December 21/22
Curb your spending and keep your faith. Juggle and balance your professional and personal lives delicately as neither is as important as your health and well-being. What you feel you deserve comes at the end of the cycle just before the next new moon.       

Capricorn December 21/22 to January 20/21   
Be gentle with those closest to you so as not to disrupt the applecart. Do your best to keep things cool, clam and collected rather than chaotic and frenzied. Choose the path of honesty and truth and practice relaxation at every opportunity this month.  
                           
Aquarius January 20/21 to February 18/19
Big changes unfold smoothly when you keep your cool. Stay consistent in your behavior and moods. What normally is a calming time of year for you, seems unusually hectic and full of nonsense. Be like Alice and accept the fact that you dove down this rabbit hole!
    
Pisces February 18/19 to March 19/20
It is essential that you think of yourself as number one right now. Maintaining this focus cushions the awkward energies and keeps you unscathed. A tight situation slips away with ease, so don’t fret at its onslaught. Potential for a mind-expanding change and shift in luck are on the horizon. Gamble a little when he opportunity arises as long as you focus your intention and you come out the winner.


Chica de las Estrellas has been a working Astrologer since 1974 when she was a child. Ella tiene a degree from NorthStar College of Astrological Studies in Tropical Astrology. La Chica has been featured as a relationship expert on the Learning Channel and has consulted for companies including IBM and the J.W. Marriott. In 2010 elements of Jyotish, the art of Indian Astrology have been added to her repertoire. Contact her for consultations including relationship, career, health and finding el camino por tu vida. Printed Astrological reports available in English y Español. To reach her please write to: ChicadelasEstrellas@Gmail.com y por favor visit her on the web at: www.ChicadelasEstrellas.com