Leo New Moon 2011

This is the time of the year to focus on love and creativity, and by doing so we can find new passion and meaning to life and our everyday activities. Complimenting this idea is the planet Venus, which sits ever so close by radiating her beautiful rays with intensity and radiance. This supplies us with more charm and grace, and as the saying goes “you get more with honey than you do vinegar”.

Washington DC finds Scorpio rising with the New Moon in the 9^th house of foreign lands, politics and legal matters. Scorpio speaks of money, which in light of the recent debt limit issue, seems hardly surprising. However, it also speaks to collusion, secrecy and manipulation and we should be wary of what we are told. This is especially true because Mercury, the messenger, is also retrograde and opposing the planet Neptune (illusions). Decisions made now are likely to fall apart later, or not manifest in the manner we are led to believe.

The New Moon itself activates the USA’s North Node are we are being given a chance to sow our karmic destiny for the next nineteen years…and hopefully we will choose the wiser path or risk taking a fall and repeating this pattern again. This idea is further supported by the planet Saturn, and for the USA it means the Saturn return which takes place on August 27^th. More on this at a later date, however for now understand that a Saturn return occurs once every 28 years; this marks yet another karmic time to sow our destiny. Oddly enough, there are but two indications for this kind of opportunity (sowing one’s karmic destiny) and for the USA they take place in the same month!   

August 22^nd finds Mars activating the USA’s Sun, and this marks a time for potential conflict. It also highlights a masculine figure; watch headlines at this time. Mars starts to activate a number of sensitive points beginning August 9^th through the end of the month; this has the potential to make August the month to watch for this year! August 25^th deserves special mention as the Moon triggers off Mars and the USA’s Sun.

The planetary lines for the New Moon run right through the middle of the country, dividing it in half almost exactly (the symbolism of this speaks to the political climate).This suggests a region of the country that could be most affected by this New Moon. Interestingly Neptune and Mercury run exactly over Washington DC, suggesting what we are told is an illusion to what is real. Other considerations could be a scandal that reveals a secret, in which case there will be much to talk about.

Leo Sun Signs 2011

Leo: Happy Birthday! With Venus in your inner circle you are sure to enjoy this year, looking and feeling pretty darn good! Relationships are favored, whether you are single or not. Watch for financial oversights and avoid impulsive spending. News from a friend may not be what you first think, so keep an open mind. Social opportunities could open new doors to making more money. Career wise things are shaping up for the better.

Virgo: This is a time for reflecting and introspection, which may assist creative abilities that could impact business. Mercury, your ruler, is in reverse mode and asks that you research and investigate rather than act. It’s time to consider your body and what you can do to look and feel better. The time has come for spiritual renewal, so find a way to bring it back into your life, or infuse new life into rituals that inspire.  

Libra: The focus is on friendships and social obligations, and even though you may want to escape into your world of books, daily demands zap your energy. Business matters will soon pick up; however pressure is mounting in the area of finance. Someone else is crucial to many of the decisions you face, although ideally you should wait until the end of the month before finalizing anything.

Scorpio: Business matters are in focus and this is the month you turn a corner. Even so, be aware of making decisions until next month. Partnerships are highlighted, which can be personal or business in nature. Although you would prefer to act alone, you may have to balance things through compromise and cooperation. “Things they are a changing” in regards to work and health, so explore new diets, etc and/or ways of working that are outside your normal way of doing things.

Sagittarius: Are distant skies beckoning you? If so it’s probably because you have the opportunity to make more money and boy does that sound good! As a consequence you are in a better frame of mind, however avoid making decisions connected to business until Mercury resumes course. Health wise there should be signs of improvement, or a release from lingering problems. Relatives and/or siblings are also highlighted this cycle.

Aquarius: This is the month for “others” to take the spotlight, business or personal. Your ruling planet has seen you off in distant horizons (and for some time) and this has its pros and cons. Although home and family matters continue to improve, business and money matters require as much from you, leaving you to feel stretched to the limit. Communication is the theme for years to come, and so is an attitude adjustment. You may discover you really don’t know it all!

Pisces: This is your “wobble” month, and this usually signals a change to your routines. Focus on health and work this cycle and you could make more progress than you might think, potentially affecting you for many months to come. Don’t be tempted to play “poor me” or allow someone else’s misfortune to bring you down as things are not as they appear (at the moment). Mercury governs “others” and is currently in reverse course, making them less reliable than normal.

Aries: Your personal life is in focus, and matters connected to home and family are brought to the forefront. Although you crave dynamic change now, the truth is that “others” are in charge of what happens, and you in turn must accommodate their needs. This is enough to make a grown man cry says Aries, however it could be that you are not allowing yourself to have fun. Find something this month that is fun, and while you are at it find someone to kiss.

Taurus: Thinking of moving this year? You could entertain the thought this month, or find yourself pre-occupied with home/housing issues. Life would be so much more fun if you could stay at home and relax, and although you might just do that you are also required to deal with the issue of money. So what’s new? Not to worry though, as next cycle things get even better.

Gemini: This month puts emphasis on communication and decision making, however wait until the end of the month before making them when Mercury resumes forward motion. You could be driving around more than usual, perhaps having car issues to consider.  Words are powerful as only you know so use this month to express your inner Hemmingway; you might be surprised by what you are capable of achieving.

Cancer:  Get ready for a blast of energy, as things are about to pick up considerably. And heaven help anyone that tries to get in your way, as you are not about to be side-tracked! Money and finances are on your mind, perhaps motivating you to take action in terms of addressing this issue. This could lead to changes at work or changes in the budget, and either way you are sure to see progress AFTER Mercury turns direct.   

Pluto and Venus Join The Party With The Sun and Jupiter...How Big Is Big?

The masculine planet (the Sun) highlights authority figures and the legal/political planet (Jupiter) highlights the idea of HUGE, and this is expected to be a part of what is taking place in Washington today as the debt issue gets resolved. This idea is further supported by the addition of Venus & Pluto, which both govern the issue of money...yours and mine. Power struggles could emerge with all parties wanting to appear victorious, and yet somehow everyone seems to get their wish. Feelings could run deep, for good or bad (jealousy), but take time to acknowledge them as real. Then say what needs to be said.

The Sun & Jupiter Join Mercury & Neptune...Good News Is Coming!

Yesterday's theme continues as Mercury affects our attitude in ways that "shape shift" with each passing hour. Although this encourages us to withdraw into our own little worlds, the Sun-Jupiter link adds a touch of goodwill, generosity and humor to the day. This could lead to being excessive and going overboard...which is ok so long as the the credit card stays at home. Will the USA default on its debt? Not likely today.

Which brings to mind "exactly what is going on in Washington"? Well, let's start with the fact that both political parties have contributed to our existing financial mess..let's face it, the debt has been accumulating over years, if not decades. It appears as if there is a Mexican standoff taking place on Capitol Hill, and by bringing it so close to the deadline, this is sure to capture our national attention. AND in an effort to avoid going into delinquency, our politicians are sure to find a compromise which is sure to include cuts in services (Medicare and Social Security). Both parties can then walk away from the "issue" without the "issue" undermining either party come election time. Strange bedfellows, eh? Now you better understand Neptune in Pisces, the planet of illusions and delusions. On the bright side Neptune can bring clarity if one really looks.

It's a Mercury-Neptune Day

Our minds could tend to drift off into la-la land today, which could help artistic types with creative ideas. The desire to escape into another reality may be found in a good book or DVD, or through mystical and/or spiritual channels. Be clear in how you communicate, and double check the details so as to avoid misunderstandings. Another idea to consider: speak to God and your Angels... and not just inside your head. This is a time to be specific in detail that which you wish to come true, whether in writing or the spoken word.

It's A Sun-Pluto & Mercury-Venus Day !

We may be tempted to enforce our will power today, with a "by God I will get my way" attitude, but be aware that you could run into more resistance to your plans than expected. A desire to do things spontaneously could overwhelm us and lead us to really productive outcomes, or it could side track us towards tasks that get thwarted and leave us frustrated. Choose wisely.

Helping us navigate the day are conversations and discussions that could lead to more harmony and love. We are on the brink of a Mercury retrograde and this tends to create changes of schedules and failure(s) of equipment that could really irritate us, and being aware of this is half the battle. Simply acknowledging this potential can make the next three weeks easier to deal with in all of our daily activities.

It's A Uranus-Sun Day...What Can We Expect?

The answer may not be what we expect when Uranus is making contact to another planet, and having a Plan A and a Plan B will always come in handy. Be flexible and go with the flow and you might end up doing something on the spur of the moment that can be fun and exciting. As far as the headlines are concerned a male figure(s) stands out in an unexpected or surprising development, as was the case with the untimely death of actor John Ritter on a similar day some years ago. Whether or not an event is positive or negative depends on factors that are impossible to calculate without having every chart of every single human being on the planet, but wisdom tells us that all things happen at their right and perfect time.


So, I wonder what today will bring?