On Tuesday, May 24th, the moon enters the mutable, dreamy water sign of Pisces and joins Neptune, the planet of inspiration, and Chiron, the planet of healing, also in Pisces. This will activate and amplify the square to the sun in Gemini, which I detailed yesterday. Now you will definitely feel the doubt or confusion on a personal, emotional level due to the moon. The presence of both the moon and Chiron will allow you to deal with negative or painful emotions in a compassionate, healing way. This reminds me of the R.E.M. song, “Everybody Hurts”, which may have a healing effect for you now if you listen to it. At lunchtime, yesterday’s trine between Venus/Mars/Mercury in Taurus and Pluto in Capricorn fades and Pluto shifts its powerful intensity to the moon/Neptune/Chiron in Pisces through a supportive sextile. Yesterday’s thrust was cerebral, material, practical, and work-oriented. Now the energy shifts to the realm of emotions and spirituality. Introspection, nurturing yourself and others, and examining your dreams and subconscious behavior patterns or beliefs is the work of the day. It is also a good day to give or receive energy work or alternative healing and to connect with people at the soul level.

“Malleability” is the word of the day for Wednesday, May 25th. The moon in the mutable water sign of Pisces is quincunx Saturn in Libra. The sun in the mutable sign of Gemini is quincunx Pluto in the cardinal sign of Capricorn. I looked up the word “malleable” and it means that something can be hammered without being broken. Therefore, whatever you may be going through, you will not be broken. A quincunx can be a difficult aspect or a supportive aspect depending on the characteristics of the signs and planets involved and also depending on an individual’s attitude. Today’s aspects are a lot like neutral and tasteless tofu. I can do amazing things with tofu that would make you think you are eating real egg salad or chocolate mousse or whatever I decide to make with tofu. It all depends on what I mix with the tofu. What you get out of the potential of today’s aspects depends on what you put into them. There is great potential for intelligent and creative conversations and powerful alliances – or not. The Pisces moon sextile Venus/Mercury/Mars in Taurus can make your work beautiful, your dreams real, or your romance sweet if you use intent and gratitude. The moon quincunx to Saturn fades at midday, taking the emphasis off the rules of etiquette and relationship. A supportive sextile between Jupiter, the planet of growth and abundance, in pioneering Aries and fruitful Neptune in mystical Pisces indicates something you have wished for may come to you now. If you use this energy in an active way, you may find that you can be instrumental in granting someone’s wish.

A creative, emotional, and inspired day of growth is possible on Thursday, May 26th, as the moon in the mutable water sign of Pisces forms mild but favorable semi-sextiles to both Jupiter in Aries and Neptune and Chiron in Pisces. “Merrily, merrily, life is but a dream…” as you row gently down the stream of your day. Enjoy this feeling of internal peace and integration because things are getting ready to pop. Late this evening, the moon moves into the cardinal fire sign of Aries, where it joins Uranus, the erratic planet of change. The moon/Uranus conjunction is sextile to the sun in curious, mutable Gemini. You might have memories surface of wild and crazy things you did in your childhood. You are not too old to play, meet new people, explore new places, or try something you have never done before. If you have a naturally inventive mind or have a problem that seems to have no solution, you may be shouting, “Eureka!” as the light bulb turns on in your head. Due to the sun/Neptune square, your bolt from the blue may even be a blast from your past. Thinking of old friends may bring them into your current life.

A clash between old and new or resistance to change is likely on Friday, May 27th, as the fiery Aries moon conjunct reforming Uranus in Aries squares controlling Pluto in Capricorn. At the very least, you may notice more impatience and irritability as you go through your morning commute and the first half of the day. At midday, people may get even more opinionated and haughty as the moon in Aries opposes Saturn in Libra. You may not like being told what to do now and if it is your job to tell others what to do, you will meet with resistance or attitude. Whenever possible today, a policy of “you go your way and I’ll go mine” is best. Later in the afternoon, the Aries moon makes a semi-sextile to Mars in stubborn Taurus, adding more fuel to the fire. Avoid confrontation and be careful driving. If you have a garden to weed, today is a wonderful day to do it. I imagine successful hair removal by electrolysis is also indicated by the current moon sign and aspects. By the evening, the square between Pluto in Capricorn and the moon fades, which releases some pressure, but there is still instability and tension in the air. The best way to release it is through physical activity. The Aries moon encourages competition and breaking your own personal records for physical feats. It also rules the head, and with today’s aspects, I recommend wearing protective headgear, eye protection, and keeping the headache remedies nearby.

An Aries moon cycle could never be considered calm, but at least Saturday, May 28th, is not as personally challenging as Friday the 27th was. Now the moon in the cardinal “me-first” sign of Aries is semi-sextile Venus/Mercury/Mars in Taurus, which makes people active and productive, but also encourages cooperation and sharing. The opposition between the Aries moon and Saturn in Libra is gone, which means people are less likely to play favorites or feel as opinionated, slighted, or arrogant as they were yesterday. As the moon in Aries joins Jupiter in Aries, the benevolent and gregarious energy of Jupiter brings out all the best qualities of Aries, such as leadership with integrity and the urge to do your personal best. The sextile between the moon/Jupiter conjunction in Aries and Neptune in Pisces indicates that you may have the opportunity for a spiritual breakthrough or a metaphysical epiphany of cosmic proportions that becomes a defining moment in your life.

I hear The Beach Boys singing “Good Vibrations” in my head as I look at the planetary aspects for Sunday, May 29th. This is the perfect day to spend in the company of friends and family, enjoying fun, games, good conversation, and good food. Picnics and barbeques will be memorable today. The moon in sensual, earthy Taurus joins Jupiter in Aries, creating a desire to be active, physical, and companionable. Moon/Jupiter is sextile to Neptune conjunct Chiron in Pisces, which helps to make pleasant, nostalgic, and even romantic moments. The sun in Gemini trine Saturn in Libra activates mentally stimulating and entertaining conversation between people. Good just rolls along into better when the moon in Taurus trines Pluto in Capricorn at dinnertime, making your mealtime deeply satisfying on all levels. The good vibrations continue into the late evening, as the moon in Taurus forms a semi-sextile to the sun in Gemini, creating pure delight and childlike joy. All these supportive aspects and the signs and planets that are involved really encourage a gathering of family, because the varied generations will harmonize well and enjoy each other’s company today. Do you have any friends or neighbors who are alone? Invite them to join your activities while the planets are making everyone feel welcome.

Written by: Dee Rae
Specializes in: Clairaudient, Numerology, Runes, Astrology Reading

Tread softly on Tuesday, May 17th. The full moon in the fixed water sign of intense Scorpio spawns a trio of challenging aspects that can make the morning emotionally challenging. A quincunx between the moon and Jupiter in Aries can make people arrogant and selfish. A square between the moon and Neptune conjunct Chiron in Pisces can make people irrational and overly sensitive. An opposition between the moon and the sun in Taurus can make everyone stubborn and reluctant to let go of attachments. Not a good time for a business meeting! Take the phone off the hook, sleep in, and avoid eye contact in public. Watch out for road rage and crazy drivers, too. By lunchtime, the stubborn aspect fades and the moon leaves touchy Scorpio to enter the jovial mutable fire sign of Sagittarius. Whew, thank goodness! It’s safe to be social again, but there is still some sensitivity in the air, so keep teasing or jokes to a minimum. Later this evening, the Sagittarius moon forms a quincunx to the conjunction of Venus, Mercury, and Mars in Taurus and also a favorable trine to Uranus in Aries. Blow off steam through physical activity outdoors. A hike or bike ride to explore a new area is the perfect way to unwind and release the tension of the day.

If apologies are in order for any emotional outbursts the planets may have triggered yesterday, the sextile between the moon in genial Sagittarius and socially correct Saturn in Libra makes the morning of Wednesday, May 18th, the best time to seek or bestow forgiveness. The moon is merry and lighthearted today and free from any challenging aspects for the remainder of the day. After all the depth and intensity of the last two days, enjoy the slightly shallow “face value” energy. Under the influence of a Sagittarius moon, everyone is your friend and no one examines emotions too deeply. From dawn until dusk, the predominant energy pattern is the work-loving trine between Pluto in Capricorn and Mars, Venus, and Mercury in Taurus. Keep on keeping on and whistle while you work. The evening is perfect for recreation, sports, hobbies, or dating.

On Thursday, May 19th, the moon in the last degrees of enthusiastic Sagittarius makes a quincunx to the sun in the last degrees of Taurus at the same time that the sun forms a challenging square to Neptune in Pisces. Just as you are ready to launch something or get in under the wire with a project, that square could throw a monkey wrench into the works. It may be the kind of red tape that seems to serve no purpose that trips you up, or a sudden withdrawal of funds or support that you had been promised. You may scramble a bit making new arrangements or adjustments in order to stay on course. The moon in Sagittarius sextile to Neptune in Pisces and Pluto in Capricorn sextile to Chiron in Pisces indicate that angels or other means of support can be called upon to pull you through if you seek wider and further or call on a Higher force. The lesson in the square may be that you must learn when and how to ask for assistance. When the moon enters the cardinal earth sign of Capricorn and joins Pluto this evening, the quincunx between the moon and the sun fades and all that remains is the fantastic trine of moon/Pluto and Venus/Mercury/Mars in Taurus. Capricorn says “I use” and Taurus says “I have.” Today can mark the achievement of a material goal, such as buying a car or a house, or an emotional goal, such as graduating from school with a degree.

An uptight, slightly critical energy is present on the morning of Friday, May 20th, when the moon conjunct controlling Pluto in Capricorn forms a difficult square to politically correct Saturn in Libra. It may be “dress down” Friday, but if you want to make a favorable impression today, you may want to go with the pinstripes and power tie. “Old school” and who you know shouldn’t matter more than your accomplishments, but today, they do. Be mindful of tradition and established foundations as you work today, and like the saying goes, “If it ain’t broke, don’t try to fix it.” After dinner, the square fades and the moon loses some emotional intensity as it moves away from Pluto. There are no more major aspects to the Capricorn moon, but the elemental resonance between the Capricorn earthy moon and Venus/Mars/Mercury in sensual, earthy Taurus brings out the physical and sexual side of the old Sea Goat. This evening is a wonderful time for the kind of romance and intimate encounter that makes you feel grateful to be in a physical body. If you and a lover can find a private place in nature (camping, anyone?) for your tryst, you will amplify the sensuality and satisfaction the planets are promising.

The magic words of “please” and “thank you” can truly work magic on Saturday, May 21st, when Mercury conjunct Venus and Mars in material-minded Taurus forms a supportive trine to Saturn in relationship-minded Libra. The moon is still in the cardinal earth sign of Capricorn this morning. Mercury/Venus/Mars in Taurus are still trine to Pluto in Capricorn and sextile to Neptune conjunct Chiron in Pisces. Pluto in Capricorn is also sextile to Neptune conjunct Chiron. So, what does all this astrologese mean? Ask, believe, receive! Decree a thing and it is given to you! This is a mighty manifesting day. Besides being a day of receiving, it can be a wonderful day of giving. If you see a need you can fill, do not hesitate to do so. Doesn’t it feel good to be needed? Absolutely everyone can feel full of purpose today and nothing seems wasted or futile. The aspects today help you see the Grand Scheme and the harmony in life. A square which develops this afternoon between Jupiter in Aries and the moon in Capricorn may make you question the ease and simplicity of your manifestations. “Is that all there is to it? Can it really be that simple?” you may wonder. Don’t stop the forward motion by looking too long at what’s behind you. The answer is yes. As long as it is for your highest good and nothing in you opposes it, your intentions will manifest. This evening, when the sun enters the childlike, imaginative, and playful mutable air sign of Gemini and forms a supportive trine to the moon in Capricorn, you may want to gather friends for a Master Mind circle so you can share and deliberately direct the full power of the planetary manifesting potential. When the sun in Gemini forms a sextile to Uranus in Aries this evening, manifestations can be spontaneous and instantaneous, such as thinking of someone you haven’t spoken with in a long time and, immediately, they call.

Emotional rebellion or a resistance to following methods and order is possible on Sunday, May 22nd. The moon is now in the fixed intellectual air sign of Aquarius and it forms a challenging square to Mercury/Venus/Mars in the fixed earth sign of Taurus. You are tempted to resist following the herd and if you stay with the group, you are likely to annoy people or they will annoy you. It may be best to do your own thing, if that is possible, but based on the other aspects today, I doubt a solitary day is in the forecast because Aquarius rules groups, friends, and organizations. Although both Aquarius and Taurus are fixed and friendly signs, Taurus is s-l-o-w and Aquarius is “who did it and ran?” which is why this square is particularly infuriating when people gather in groups. As long as you aren’t attempting synchronized swimming, marching band exercises, or three-legged races, there should be no major disasters. A trine that develops this afternoon between the Aquarius moon and Saturn in Libra adds a good degree of patience and politeness, which can offset the potential problems of the square. It is possible that you are attending a group celebration, such as a school graduation or religious confirmation or baptism ceremony, where you are required to dress up and put up with an eclectic mix of people. Saturn in Libra quincunx Mars/Venus/Mercury in Taurus supports having ceremonies or rites of passage that honor a person as they move onto another level of maturity. Do your best to be polite and enjoy the unique character traits of family and friends while you plan your escape and look forward to the moment you can kick off the high heels or undo the tie. Such is life!

Written by: Dee Rae
Specializes in: Clairaudient, Numerology, Runes, Astrology Reading

The royal crowning energy of Monday’s Leo moon spills over into Tuesday, May 10th. The moon is still in the fixed fire sign of Leo on Tuesday morning, but makes no major aspects until the afternoon. The moon is contra-parallel Neptune, and the sun is contra-parallel Pluto, though, indicating that some potent impressionable, dramatic energy is present today. Personal presence matters more than action now. Sit like a queen or a king on a throne and radiate the new state of being you achieved yesterday. Don’t do, just be. A test of your new inner strength may come around lunchtime, when the Leo moon forms a challenging square to the sun in Taurus. At the very core of this square, the humble Taurus sun is telling you that you are just one of the herd and you should work quietly alongside everyone else. The Leo moon is creative, dramatic, and craves personal attention and recognition when it performs. Pride versus humility – you may have a lesson in one or the other, or both. A favorable flowing trine forms early this evening between the moon in Leo and Venus, the planet of pleasure and affection, conjunct Mercury, the planet of communication. Agreeable, stimulating conversation combines with an ardent pursuit of play. Pursuing a new romantic interest or competing in sports or games that test your physical or mental skills can be a great stress release.

On Wednesday, May 11th, Mars, the planet of action, leaves the cardinal fire sign of Aries and enters the fixed earth sign of Taurus. I see the energy of Mars in Taurus as the hot sun baking mud into adobe brick or a kiln firing clay into useful pottery. Check your own natal chart to see what house holds Taurus energy. That will be the area of your life where you can direct the energy of Mars in Taurus to make something useful and enduring. The entry of Mars into Taurus gets a dramatic, creative boost from a trine to the moon in the last degrees of Leo. The moon also opposes Neptune in Pisces this morning, which may increase the chances for arguments or hurt feelings. Tempers can easily be upset on the day when Mars shifts signs, and this opposition can bring out the worst Leo and Pisces qualities when people let their emotions get carried away. Some drama and tears is possible. I know it may be difficult to not take things personally today, but if you have to assert yourself or criticize anyone, try to be kind and gentle. Tempers cool a bit at lunchtime, when the moon enters the mutable earth sign of Virgo and forms a quincunx to Uranus in Aries. You, and everyone else, may suddenly shift from emotional drama to cool, detached logic, making you wonder, “How can people change so quickly?” Planetary transits, that’s how. Maybe the fresh Virgo moon senses the inherent potential in the workaholic Taurus Mars and would rather make plans than drama. The opposition between the Virgo moon and Neptune conjunct Chiron in Pisces late this afternoon directs your attention to lack, which isn’t always a bad thing. The methodical, discerning Virgo moon examines dreams and fanciful imaginings to determine what can or can’t be done or had, and then pursues the means. What do you really want or need and how can you get it? When the moon in Virgo trines Pluto in success-oriented Capricorn later today, you should have a workable plan in place. This is also an excellent elimination aspect. If you want to do an intestinal cleanse or clean closets, begin now. The trine between the Virgo moon and Pluto in Capricorn activates the sextile between Pluto and Neptune conjunct Chiron in Pisces. Diet, nutrition, exercise, and health habits are under Virgo’s rule. With the extra support from Pluto, Neptune, and Chiron, you can make favorable changes to your health and longevity potential through awareness, attention, and a commitment to making new health choices become good habits for life.

Weighing the merits of new and old is possible on Thursday, May 12th, when the moon parallel Uranus and contra-parallel Saturn causes you to swing between the feeling of security established order brings versus the sense of freedom new opportunities bring. The mutable Virgo moon may not be able to make clear choices just yet. Hold off on decisions or judgments until early evening, when a supportive trine forms between the moon in Virgo and the sun in the fixed earth sign of Taurus. The steadiness of the Taurus sun will help you know what you really feel. The moon is just a bit too analytical in Mercury-ruled Virgo, even though it is an earth sign. The sun/moon trine will help you move out of your head and into your heart, and when you make a heart-based decision, you can never be wrong.

Are you superstitious about Friday, May 13th? Today may actually be a lucky Friday the 13th for you because the morning begins with a favorable yod configuration. The Virgo moon forms a quincunx to Mars in Taurus conjunct Venus, Mercury, and Jupiter in Aries and another quincunx to Neptune conjunct Chiron in Pisces. The chorus from a Rolling Stones song jumped into my head as soon as I saw this pattern, “You can’t always get what you want, but if you try, sometimes, you just might find you get what you need.” Now, I will go out on a limb with a prediction for today. Later this afternoon, when the moon enters Libra, it maintains the energy of the yod, but adds an opposition to Uranus, the planet of change, to the mix. An unexpected change may occur now in your personal life that could involve a healing of a relationship, a surprise marriage proposal, or meeting a life-mate for the first time. On a global level, I feel this is a significant aspect, as well. A championing of rights, delivering of justice, or declaration of war or peace are all potentials within this aspect pattern. I can’t tell exactly what will come to pass today on the personal or global level, but the word I hear is “pivotal.” Last week’s new moon in Taurus presented a chart that had a very unique pattern when I included asteroids. I do not add asteroids to my weekly horoscopes and trends because I am still in the learning and observation level of understanding and I do not feel I am fully qualified to teach about them yet. As of this new moon, the pattern I saw translated into an intuitive feeling that two energy worlds or dimensions are very close and mirroring. Today’s aspect patterns, minus asteroids, seem to be an echo of that mirroring of worlds. In fact, I feel like there is now an alignment of dimensions or an energetic overlay. I’ll be checking my own e-mail to see what various channelers and energy-sensitive intuitives I subscribe to have to say about planetary shifts this week. As the day progresses, the moon in Libra joins Saturn, turning moods sober and encouraging the following of proper etiquette in all exchanges. The moon and Saturn in Libra form a challenging square to Pluto in Capricorn. Corruption, prejudices, or inequalities will not be tolerated. A semi-sextile between the sun in Taurus and Jupiter in Aries reinforces a desire for a better way. You may feel that it is time for you to “get real,” lose your denials or judgments, and make a constructive change in your life. Instead of waiting for the right time, you will do your best to make things right, right where you are now.

Saturday, May 14th, begins with the moon in the cardinal air sign of Libra conjunct Saturn, the planet of duty, responsibility, and restriction. When you wake this morning, you may already have an itinerary to follow, even though it is a weekend. The Libra moon does favor romance and relationships, but while it is under the cooling influence of Saturn, your romance may be on the intellectual level rather than full of physical passion. You are more likely to be looking at the pros and cons of relationship, or thinking about the commitment aspect more than coziness and cuddling. No major lunar aspects are made until late this evening, so the day is best for taking care of established things rather than beginning new projects. Libra rules flowers and beauty, and Saturn rules work, making this a good day to beautify yourself, your garden, or your home. By bedtime, the Libra moon is far enough away from the weight of Saturn to turn flirtatious. It also forms a quincunx to the warm sun in sensual Taurus, making the late evening perfect for wining, dining, and romancing.

Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster ride on Sunday, May 15th. The morning begins with the moon in the cardinal air sign of relationship-minded Libra making a wonderful trine to dreamy Neptune in Pisces. But the moon is also actively challenged by an opposition to Venus, Mars, and Jupiter, all conjunct in Aries. Venus, Mars, and Jupiter are all sextile to Neptune in Pisces. You may be falling in love or feeling swept up in some new direction in life, but feeling doubt and trepidation. Rollercoasters are scary and exciting at the same time, and that is what the planets are offering now – a tantalizing thrill and an overstimulation of all your senses. Some more unsettled feelings are possible when the moon enters the deeply sensitive fixed water sign of Scorpio this afternoon, where it forms a quincunx to Uranus in Aries. A situation or feeling unlike anything you have ever experienced before is possible. As the day progresses, Mercury and Venus both leave the cardinal fire sign of Aries, where they have been for some time, and join Mars in the fixed earth sign of Taurus. I hear Carole King singing, “I feel the earth move under my feet…” when I look at the shocking emotional energy of the moon/Uranus quincunx and the shifting of Mercury and Venus from fire to the earth element. The trine between the Scorpio moon and Neptune in Pisces is your calm in the center of the hurricane that the rest of today’s planetary aspects bring. Don’t be afraid to express your innermost feelings and use your intuition for guidance.

Written by: Dee Rae
Specializes in: Clairaudient, Numerology, Runes, Astrology Reading

The new moon in the fixed earth sign of Taurus arrives in the very early morning hours on Tuesday, May 3rd. I always think of Taurus as a particularly benevolent and benign sign. Have you ever read the children’s book,The Story of Ferdinand by Munro Leaf? After some bullfighters observe Ferdinand reacting violently to a bee sting, they cart him away to the bull fights, thinking he will be the meanest, toughest bull of all, but all peaceful Ferdinand ever wants to do is sit quietly and happily smell the lovely flowers. The bull is the symbol for Taurus and I recommend you read this simple but classic story to understand the essence of this month’s new moon. There is a plain but powerful lesson in the story that can help you start anew using the best Taurus talents in whatever area of life this lunation highlights in your natal chart. The new moon is in a grounded sign with no major planetary challenges and has favorable support to other planets that are in the initiating fire sign of Aries, further supporting a strong new cycle of growth, expansion, pleasure, and success. The sun conjunct the moon in Taurus forms a quincunx to Saturn in Libra and a semi-sextile to Venus conjunct Mercury in Aries. The opposition between Venus/Mercury and Saturn in Libra has faded. The moon makes minor semi-sextiles to Mars and Jupiter in Aries as it progresses through Taurus this afternoon and evening. This Taurus new moon is ushered in quietly and gently, but with a firmness that will help you to get your plans and projects off to a productive and secure start.

Some delayed new moon irritability is possible on Wednesday, May 4th, as the moon in the late degrees of Taurus forms an annoying square to Neptune conjunct Chiron in Pisces. Emotional signals may get crossed or intuition is askew. You may feel creative, but can’t find the right way to express that creativity or translate the feeling or vision you have into form. At lunchtime, the moon forms a sextile to Uranus in Aries, which can give some assistance in bringing those dreams or ideas forth by presenting a new or unique angle or perspective. The moon enters the mutable air sign of Gemini later this afternoon, moving activity from the material plane to the realm of ideas and communication. The Taurus moon may have had you focused on your own tasks or responsibilities. The Gemini moon helps you to multitask and share the work. Late this evening, the Gemini moon forms a quincunx to Pluto in Capricorn. Watch your words under this influence. What you say in jest may be taken seriously. It is best to avoid sarcasm or teasing while the fickle and impressionable Gemini moon is interacting with touchy Pluto in Capricorn.

Communication and social interactions are highlighted on Thursday, May 5th, as the moon in mutable, intellectually curious Gemini trines Saturn in discerning, mirroring Libra. Everyone wants to share pleasant conversation and personal anecdotes now. If you are single and dating, now is an excellent time for a casual first date. Common ground is easy to find now and no one will be disappointed if “just friends” is the verdict, because the Gemini moon loves nothing better than friendship. If you are vacationing this summer, make your travel plans and book reservations and tickets today. Nothing but supportive aspects are making this Gemini moon one of the best days possible to do anything related to travel, the phone, or the Internet. Is it time for a new car? Shop the showrooms and car dealer lots now. You can also use this easy-flowing day to get your local errands and shopping trips done quickly. Mercury and Venus in Aries have caught up to Mars and Jupiter in Aries. We now have a powerful lineup of Aries planets that have joined forces, helping you forge ahead unimpeded. At lunchtime, the moon forms a mild semi-sextile to the sun in Taurus. The sun, in turn, is semi-sextile Venus in Aries. At dinnertime, the Gemini moon is sextile Venus in Aries, indicating time spent with your mate or time spent looking for a partner can be entertaining and emotionally, mentally, and physically stimulating. No matter what you do today, it is not a day to be spent alone.

The anticipation of a fun and active weekend builds on Friday, May 6th, as the moon in restless Gemini makes a supportive sextile to jovial Jupiter and active Mars in impatient Aries. Find a way to make work fun or find a way to skip work and make fun. There is zero tolerance for boredom and routine today. If you happen to be a grade school teacher, extra recess or an outdoor class is in order. I dearly recall a teacher who took us out to read under a large shade tree on late-spring days. Early this evening, the Gemini moon trines Neptune in Pisces, stimulating a desire for creative romantic scenarios that involve play, light teasing, or flirting. This is a young-love aspect – how did you act when you were a teen in love? Did you kiss your partner for hours in the park, go bowling together, or spend Friday night with your friends at the mall, flirting? Act like a teen early this evening and feel young again. Later tonight, the moon leaves lighthearted Gemini and enters the cardinal water sign of sensitive Cancer. The favorable trine between the moon and Neptune is still in place, but now the moon forms a challenging square to freedom-loving Uranus in independent Aries. It could be that when the moon leaves Gemini and enters Cancer, the atmosphere becomes too clingy and romance becomes too cloying. Don’t take things personally if your mate tires of the early evening romantic play and withdraws for some “me” time later this evening. You may be just as eager to go your own way, taking memories of a pleasant day with you.

Saturday, May 7th, stands out as a day that feels different from the general tone of the week. The morning begins softly with the moon in emotional Cancer trine Chiron in dreamy Pisces. This trine encourages introspection and enhances intuition and empathy. The moon is also opposing Pluto in Capricorn, which intensifies any emotions you are feeling and makes them more dramatic. It is possible for you to identify some old deep emotional trauma and bring it to the surface for a healing breakthrough or crisis. If there are stressful areas of your life, look at them closely and you may discover things you’ve been unaware of previously or find things you’ve been denying. Burdens can be lifted as a result of awareness. Later this afternoon, the moon in Cancer squares Saturn in Libra. If there is selfishness or manipulation through guilt in any of your relationships, this lunar aspect will point it out and give you the opportunity to eliminate it.

A deep appreciation of home, family, and the things you possess is activated on Sunday, May 8th, when the moon in the family-minded water sign of Cancer forms a sextile to the sun in the material-minded earth sign of Taurus. The moon square to Venus and Mercury in Aries can stimulate some mild arrogance or selfishness, but a sextile between Mars in Aries and Neptune in Pisces indicates that there are spiritual lessons, and even rewards, to be had when you choose the path of selflessness and service. As the day progresses, the moon will square Jupiter and Mars in Aries, as well. I think the planets are showing you that you have many blessings and much to be thankful for, but you shouldn’t take them for granted. It takes attention and effort on your part to maintain the things that matter to you most. Not every situation is perfect, but you can make the best of any situation. You (or the person you are interacting with) may not be perfect, but at this given point in time, believe that you (or that other person) are doing your best.

Written by: Dee Rae
Specializes in: Clairaudient, Numerology, Runes, Astrology Reading

Mixed emotional states are possible on the morning of Tuesday, April 19th, as the moon in the fixed water sign of intense Scorpio forms a neither all-good nor all-bad quincunx to Jupiter in Aries. You may feel some trepidation as you approach anything new, preferring to wait and watch, but if that isn’t an option, you will hide your hesitancy behind a brave exterior. A lack of lunar aspects from mid-afternoon to early evening makes the remainder of the day quiet and uneventful. Use the fixed and persistent energy of the Scorpio moon to complete projects. Tomorrow, the sun leaves the cardinal fire sign of Aries and enters the fixed earth sign of Taurus. The Scorpio moon heightens emotional sensitivity and perception of energy, so you may sense the shift in the sun signs, which could make you feel edgy or unsettled now. Aries brings a cycle of new beginnings and Taurus helps to ground things and cultivate them so they grow strong. Late this evening, the seductive Scorpio moon forms a trine to Venus in Pisces conjunct Uranus in Aries and also forms a quincunx to the sun in Aries. Surprise your partner with an adventure in a new location and finish the evening with some close intimacy. If you are single and looking for a partner, go somewhere you’ve never been before or try a sport or activity you’ve never tried before. The elements of risk and adventure act like an aphrodisiac this evening.

On Wednesday, April 20th, the sun enters the fixed earth sign of steady and sensual Taurus, where it still forms a supportive sextile to Neptune/Chiron in Pisces. This is a very fruitful energy that could make the flowers exceptionally beautiful this spring. It can also increase your appreciation of beauty and stimulate all your senses. Artistic expression is enhanced, and so are physical sensuality and a desire for “happily ever after” feelings. I predict a spike in the number of babies born nine months from this week! The moon is now in the mutable fire sign of Sagittarius, where it engages Uranus in Aries with an energizing trine. Enthusiasm meets uncontrollable urges – look out! You will feel like a kid hurtling down a hill in a go-kart without brakes. But a distracting square between the moon in Sagittarius and Chiron conjunct Neptune in Pisces throws some timid “what if” thoughts in the path that could slow you down a bit. I am sure you can find a way to have fun in moderation. A mild semi-sextile forms at lunchtime between the moon and Pluto in Capricorn. In the early evening, the moon also forms a sextile to Saturn in Libra. The Sagittarius moon may be high-spirited, but with energy input from Pluto in Capricorn and Saturn in Libra, it is anything but frivolous. You will be feeling optimistic, serious, and mentally focused, and you may direct those feelings toward thinking or talking about relationship. Later this evening, when the Sagittarius moon makes a trine to Mercury conjunct Mars in Aries, you may be quite insistent on expressing your views or talking about your needs and desires. Remember that there are two sides to a partnership and allow your mate equal time to speak.

The moon in the mutable fire sign of Sagittarius forms a happy trine to Jupiter in Aries on Thursday, April 21st. This double shot of fire that includes Sagittarius’ ruler, Jupiter, the planet of growth and expansion, can put smiles on the grumpiest faces and make people say yes to almost anything. Now is the time to do things that need an extra dose of luck or chutzpah. After the trine fades later this afternoon, the moon forms no other major aspects. Just enjoy the jovial Sagittarius energy and connect with friends or do something fun. Team sports, biking, or horseback riding are all Sagittarius activities. Sagittarius also rules dogs. If you have a canine best friend, head to the park for a walk and some Frisbee tossing. Venus enters the cardinal fire sign of Aries today. The independent and aggressive Aries energy can feel distinctly different from the sentimental and romantic vibration of Venus in Pisces, to which you have become accustomed in the past few weeks. Even when in relationship, Aries is much more aware of self, whereas Pisces blends boundaries together to become a “we.” Venus in Aries encourages reconnecting with yourself today, and the Sagittarius moon seeks experiences with other people on the level of friendship. Time spent with children or animals can satisfy your need for companionship without complications.

Yesterday was a day to hang loose and chill, but Friday, April 22nd, has an entirely different feel as the morning begins with the moon in the cardinal earth sign of reserved Capricorn joining intense Pluto in Capricorn. Together, the moon and Pluto make a favorable trine to the sun in the fixed earth sign of grounded Taurus, as well as a supportive sextile to Neptune conjunct Chiron in dreamy Pisces. Ideals, principles, determination, and persistence can be used to fix things or make strong foundations. Some creative and healing energy flows into this aspect pattern, too, making this a good time to take care of your own home, property, or body. There is also some challenging energy present via the moon and Pluto in Capricorn making a square to Venus conjunct Uranus in the cardinal fire sign of Aries. Cooperation and teamwork may not be easy while the planets are presenting two different boss-like energies – an old dictator and a young zealot. Meanwhile, the practical Taurus sun just wants to get it done and doesn’t care who the boss is, as long as the project moves along peacefully. Now that you know some dramatic planetary characters are operating today, you can observe your family, friends, coworkers, or customers to see who may be reacting to this strong and spicy blend of the planets. Who will stay calm and who will slip into drama depends a great deal on individual natal charts and levels of conscious awareness. By late afternoon, the square fades, but the trine remains, indicating the tried-and-true methods probably won out over anything new or unproven. The moon and Pluto remain together this evening and the sextile and semi-sextiles involving the sun, Neptune/Chiron, and Venus/Uranus stand out strongly tonight. Use the energy this evening to enjoy things that make you feel grounded and secure. Spend time with a mate or your family, a favorite hobby, or a good book. Why not start a scrapbook, look at your keepsakes and heirlooms, or organize important papers.

Drumroll please…on Saturday, April 23rd, Mercury in Aries goes direct! Yes, I know it’s been a long and trying Mercury retrograde period and you’ve been itching to do things your astrologer says you shouldn’t. Please let a day or two more pass before you rush out to submit your manuscript, buy a car, or reserve tickets for that world cruise. The energy a few days before and after a Mercury retrograde is a bit wobbly and, today, the morning begins with a problematic cardinal T-square that involves Mercury in Aries opposing Saturn in Libra and squaring Pluto in Capricorn. With Mercury, the planet of speech and communication, in hard aspect to Pluto, the planet of power, and Saturn, the planet of restriction, you are still operating under a yellow caution light. By lunchtime, the Capricorn moon moves out of its square to Saturn in Libra, but enters a square with both Mars and Jupiter in Aries. So, the T-square begins to crumble, but the brakes are still on while Mars, the planet of action, and Jupiter, the planet of growth, are challenged. You may perceive all growth, expansion, or risk-taking as a waste of resources or time, or feel anything begun now may fail. You may feel indecisive or find negative thought patterns predominating. Unless you feel like taking on major challenges, I advise you to let today pass quietly and avoid new beginnings until tomorrow, when the aspects are more supportive and the moon enters the future-oriented sign of Aquarius. Today’s Capricorn moon feels weighty and world-weary.

Sleep in if you can on Sunday, April 24th. The moon in the late degrees of the cardinal earth sign of Capricorn forms a soft semi-sextile to Neptune, the planet of dreams and inspiration, in Pisces. You may receive messages in your dreams now. You may also find peace and a sense of inner power through prayer or meditation. At midday, the moon enters the future-oriented, humanitarian fixed air sign of Aquarius and exchanges a supportive sextile with Venus and Uranus conjunct in the cardinal fire sign of Aries. Now is the time to begin something new or completely different that may change your life for the better or help the world or your community somehow. Living an authentic life where you follow your calling impacts the world because you create an example for others to emulate. When you raise your vibration, you raise the vibration of people who come in contact with you. Later this afternoon, a square between the moon in Aquarius and the sun in Taurus challenges you to bring high-flying ideas down to earth, where they can be worked on in a realistic manner. Pluto in success-driven Capricorn activates the sun in Taurus with a supportive trine this evening, helping you to define what you must do to accomplish your goals and giving you the confidence and strength to do it. This is a “done deal” aspect. Pluto also activates Venus/Uranus in Aries with a square. Does this feel like deja vu? It is the same pattern that was in place when the moon joined Pluto in Capricorn on Friday, only this time the moon is favoring a new regime rather than the old, as indicated by the sextile to Venus/Uranus. A healing transformation is hinted at by a sextile between Pluto in Capricorn and Neptune/Chiron in Pisces. What seemed improbable two days ago now looks like a very probable future.

Written by: Dee Rae
Specializes in: Clairaudient, Numerology, Runes, Astrology Reading

A tingle could be in the air on Tuesday, March 1st, as the moon in the fixed air sign of Aquarius, semi-sextile Pluto in Capricorn, creates an urge to make something happen. Anything presented as a dare will be eagerly accepted. The impossible will be proven possible. If your profession involves invention or technology and requires you to solve problems or look toward the future, today may be a highly effective day for you. At midday, the moon in Aquarius, sextile to Jupiter in Aries, sparks a desire for innovation, adventure, expansion, and new beginnings. For those of us who are not Einsteins, we can use today’s aspects to finally learn how to use a new electronic device or try something challenging that has always scared us, like rock climbing or skydiving.

Brotherly love and tolerance is the primary emotional tone on Wednesday, March 2nd, as the moon in humanitarian Aquarius forms a favorable trine to Saturn in diplomatic Libra. You may notice a new feeling today as Venus leaves the cardinal earth sign of grounded Capricorn and enters the fixed air sign of independent Aquarius. Love’s focus can shift from the traditional picture of relationships to the more detached, friendship-first patterns of relating. Today, a bigger gap develops between the sun and Mars in Pisces. People will be less reactive now and more introspective as the heat of Mars lets up off the sun and the intellect of Mercury exerts more influence on the solar energy of self-expression. For the past few weeks, people have been acting first in response to stimuli, but now they will slow down and think before acting. Some uncertainty and confusion is possible due to the Pisces mutable energy. The question to ask is not whether it would be better to act or be passive, but whether action or passivity is the most appropriate choice in the given situation. There are no hard and fast rules to be followed now. Each question or situation you encounter now must be treated individually. Later tonight, the moon in Aquarius approaches Neptune in Aquarius. Your dreams may be lucid, colorful, and unusual due to this aspect or your sleep may be erratic or interrupted. Before heading to bed, set your intention to receive messages relevant to your life now through your dreams, and you will.

On Thursday, March 3rd, the moon in Aquarius conjunct Neptune in Pisces may give you some dream hangover this morning or cause you to sleep through the alarm. At lunchtime, the moon leaves the intellectual air sign of Aquarius and enters the intuitive water sign of Pisces, where it also joins Chiron. The moon/Chiron conjunction can bring painful emotions to the surface for healing or could cause you to worry a bit about your family and the present social, economic, and planetary woes. The best way to handle any vague physical or emotional discomfort arising now is through meditation and the use of gratitude. When you are in a state of gratitude, you have no room for worry, fear, or disappointment. This evening, the moon joins Mars in Pisces and makes a sextile to Pluto in Capricorn. Emotions can become extremely strong and tense. You are not feeling deliberately confrontational, but you will not back down on any issue for which you hold strong convictions. If you took time to meditate and examine your thoughts and feelings earlier today, you may have had insights as to what you can do personally in your own life to make yourself and your family feel more secure. This evening’s aspects can help you act on those insights and develop a concrete plan to follow.

The new moon in the mutable water sign of Pisces on Friday, March 4th, activates the quincunx between the sun in Pisces and Saturn in Libra, which has already been in place since the beginning of the week. The sun and moon in Pisces are sandwiched between Mars, the planet of action, and Mercury, the planet of thought. Mars in Pisces is sextile to Pluto in Capricorn and semi-sextile Jupiter in Aries – both favorable aspects that are poking Mars by encouraging some form of new growth. “Don’t just think it – do it!” the planets seem to be saying. Pisces is the last sign in the yearly zodiac wheel. This new moon may signal a new lunar growth cycle, but it also feels like an end to me – the beginning of an end. Certainly, we are looking at the end of winter and feeling hopeful about the spring season standing just off to the side now. Examine your life for things that are coming to their own natural end and decide if now is the time to wrap things up and bring them to a close. Mutable Pisces energy can be diffuse, scattered, everywhere at once, but nowhere exactly. Cardinal Libra energy can swing back and forth indecisively. As soon as Libra analyzes, chooses, and announces a choice, the option left behind seems better than it did before the other option was chosen. Why the craziness? Libra fears the possibility of making the wrong decision or causing someone to not like them. The Pisces/Libra quincunx being activated by this new moon requires you to pull all scattered pieces and loose ends of your life together so that you can weigh each and decide which to let go and which to keep, or at least find a balance of all the parts you can maintain. Even the most experienced jugglers have a limit to how many balls they can keep in the air at one time.

Personal expression and imaginative creativity are enhanced on Saturday, March 5th, as the moon in inspirational Pisces joins Mercury, the planet of thought and communication, in Pisces. Poignant is a word that describes the energy of this conjunction. Any activities or events you attend today have the potential to become some of those special memories that take on that nostalgic, suspended-in-time quality later in your life. Plan to do something memorable with someone you love. The moon in Pisces joins Uranus in Pisces at dinnertime. “The times, they are a-changing,” you could be thinking as you look back in history and your own life and ahead to the future. Your emotions are on a higher intuitive and spiritual wave due to today’s planetary influences. You can plainly see the “real” material world, but you are not caught up in it – you feel the presence of what is essential to your soul and understand that nothing else matters.

The early bird does get the worm, or at least more hours of playtime, on Sunday, March 6th. The moon in the cardinal fire sign of Aries joins Jupiter in Aries and there will be no sitting still or dragging your feet with this energy! You could do almost anything with that combo, but you will feel most satisfied at the end of this high-energy, productive day if you include something adventurous, outdoorsy, or do something new for the very first time. Together, the moon and Jupiter are sextile Venus in Aquarius, which tells me you will feel excited, energized, and optimistic all day. For those looking for love, take some chances and make bold moves today under this great first date influence. Whether you connect with your life mate or not, you can still forge a good friendship and have fun together. The sun in Pisces quincunx Saturn in Libra is still highlighting the issue of finding balance in partnership, making today the perfect day to do things as a team. If you already have a partner, enjoy the friendship aspect of your relationship. Mercury in Pisces conjunct Uranus in Pisces, semi-sextile Neptune in Aquarius, feels like an aspect pattern that will be affecting the economy, especially oil and gasoline prices. Expect oil, and perhaps the stock market, to swing wildly, with oil climbing high. Pluto in Capricorn sextile Mars in Pisces and semi-sextile Venus in Aquarius makes me think that some of the economic things we are seeing now are manufactured situations and people are being played. The Mars/Pluto influence smells like greed, fear, control, and manipulation of the masses. The way out of the whole situation is shown by the sun in Pisces quincunx Saturn in Libra. A more balanced, rational, and fair path must be found politically and economically and more people need to express their feelings to their elected government officials. In your own personal life, you will find peace and balance when you can get down to what is essential and wean yourself away from mental negativity, too much media influence, and the message that you must have the next new material thing. The current Pisces planets encourage turning away from the material, which is the world of effect, and looking instead at the spiritual inner life, which is the realm of cause.

Written by: Dee Rae
Specializes in: Clairaudient, Numerology, Runes, Astrology Reading

Lovely trines make for an optimistic beginning on Tuesday, February 22nd. The moon in the emotionally deep water sign of Scorpio exchanges a harmonious flow of energy with Chiron, Mercury, and the sun in the spiritually sensitive water sign of Pisces. Suddenly, everything is profound, or has a hidden message or higher purpose. Strong flowing water vibrations like this help with healing and creative activities. Because of the specific planets involved, it is an ideal time to express your emotions verbally or seek spiritual, mental, or emotional guidance. Begin your day with a prayer, statement of intentions, or meditation to make the most of this planetary support. Mars and Neptune, while still in the intellectual air sign of Aquarius, are actually closely conjunct Chiron, Mercury, and the sun in Pisces, encouraging you to take some kind of inspired action that points you in the direction of healing or opening to your highest potential as a spiritual being. An interesting pattern develops at lunchtime that makes me grin when I look at it because it just smacks of an uppity attitude that can get away with things. The moon in Scorpio forms a quincunx to expansive Jupiter in decisive Aries and the moon also forms a supportive sextile to controlling Pluto in rigid Capricorn. Now is the time to stand up to a bully or face a big task that you have felt too inexperienced to take on alone. This is an, “Oh, yeah? Well, I’ll show you!” opportunity. The moon in Scorpio making a trine to the sun in Pisces tells me you can pull off the impossible or make a miracle happen today through willpower, tenacity, and faith.

Wednesday, February 23rd, begins with an energy of fierce certainty and a focus on the facts and details. Little points matter now as the moon in Scorpio is semi-sextile the critical air sign of Libra. The sun conjunct Mercury in Pisces is sextile to Pluto in Capricorn. Although sextiles and semi-sextiles are not major aspects, the signs and planets involved indicate that anything you have been undecided on or any plans that are fragmented can be brought to a standing attention for you to concentrate on exclusively until you are satisfied with the end result. Late in the afternoon, the moon in Scorpio kisses Venus in Capricorn with a sextile and you may be thinking of kissing, too. Sex can be therapeutic and grounding now. The sun/Mercury/Pluto sextile mentioned previously helps you and your lover tune in to each other and enjoy demonstrating prowess and mastery of techniques. If you are single, this can be a good time to go after love with a determined strategy. You can easily seduce or be seduced now. The planet Mars leaves the fixed air sign of Aquarius and moves into the mutable water sign of Pisces. I think societal unrest and social activism will begin to subside in the world now that Mars is changing its role from renegade to pacifist.

“Too big for your britches,” and, “Putting the cart before the horse,” are what the aspects are saying the morning of Thursday, February 24th. The moon in the optimistic fire sign of Sagittarius trines its ruling planet, jovial Jupiter, in headstrong Aries. You are eager to get going and make things happen. But a square between the moon and Mercury conjunct the sun in mutable, vague Pisces makes you unsure of where you should go and what you should do. Another possible scenario is that your quest begins to resemble a mythological story full of impossible tasks for the hero to accomplish. The hero or heroine is you. You may not know the how of things, but a semi-sextile between the moon in Sagittarius and Pluto in Capricorn, which activates the Pluto/Mercury/sun sextile, makes you believe you are up to the task and worthy of the prize – even if you’re not sure what that is! At midday, Mars and Chiron step in with more square energy to the moon, amping up the challenge. The positive side of this challenge is that a Sagittarius moon takes a wicked kind of delight when the gauntlet is thrown down or someone says, “That’s impossible!” Take the time to have lunch and rehydrate before jumping back into work or play and watch your temper. There is a physical component to these aspects that can drain your vitality or make you prone to minor accidents if you get distracted, irritated, or too tired. If you happen to be an athlete, you can break your own personal records today if you nurture your body before you push yourself to levels you didn’t believe you could reach.

You could be feeling older than your age, but proud of your achievements on Friday, February 25th, if Thursday’s activities were physical. You could also be gleaning the golden nuggets of wisdom from yesterday’s events, too, as the morning dawns with the moon in Sagittarius sextile to Saturn in Libra. No other major aspects occur today that haven’t already been in place this week. The stability of Saturn helps to calm a rambunctious moon, creating a nice mix of optimistic youth meets wise and mature elder energy. This is a good time to plan or attend activities that require the blending of people of diverse ages, backgrounds, or ideologies because the planets are setting a tone of goodwill, reason, respect, humor, acceptance, tolerance, and fairness.

Crazy dreams could segue to a crazy morning on Saturday, February 26th. The moon in the late degrees of Sagittarius forms a sextile to Neptune in Aquarius and also squares Uranus in Pisces. The energy of Neptune in Aquarius and the energy of Uranus in Pisces is very similar, since they are swapping each other’s rulers right now. The simplest symbols I can find for this morning’s pattern are fog meets lightning, but there are just too many odd possibilities of what may occur with this blending that I can’t even be predictive. Keep your eyes open for ghosts or angelic visitations! Maybe a wish will be granted that changes your life suddenly, but brings its own set of challenges. In the early afternoon, the moon moves into the pragmatic earth sign of Capricorn where it joins Pluto, intensifying emotions, seriousness, and willpower. Together, they exchange difficult squares with both Uranus in Pisces and Jupiter in Aries for the remainder of the day. You could feel driven to initiate something or change something with this “now or never” energy. A sextile that forms between Venus in Capricorn and Uranus in Pisces indicates it is a welcome change. A semi-sextile between Venus in Capricorn and Neptune in Aquarius makes me think that the change could be in your love life. The moon/Pluto conjunction exchanges supportive energy with Chiron, Mars, Mercury, and the sun in Pisces, increasing the chances that romance or the pursuit of a dream is the theme. Perhaps you will meet your life mate today or decide to take your present relationship to another level. If you are ready to leave a relationship, this could also be the time that you make your claim of independence.

The moon and Pluto are still together in Capricorn on the morning of Sunday, February 27th. In fact, nothing appears to be different between this morning and last night when it comes to planetary aspects, except for the absence of the moon/Pluto/Uranus square, indicating the shock of something sudden has subsided or the new change is being integrated now. As the afternoon progresses, the moon moves away from Pluto and you will feel your emotions get lighter as the day goes on. The moon also exchanges a pleasant sextile aspect with Mercury in Pisces, enabling you to examine your feelings and sort them out. The words, “I can’t believe (fill in the blank)!” are likely to be heard now as you review the events of the last day or so. This evening, a square between the moon in serious Capricorn and Saturn in cerebral Libra provides the reality check as you make the emotional adjustments or accept the responsibilities of new situations entering your life.

Written by: Dee Rae
Specializes in: Clairaudient, Numerology, Runes, Astrology Reading

The moon continues its course through Cancer on Tuesday, February 15th, forming a quincunx to Mercury in Aquarius this morning. A quincunx is generally a neutral or positive aspect; however, the basic differences between the moon being a feeling planet and Mercury being a thinking planet and the basic elemental incompatibility of the water of Cancer and the air of Aquarius can make this an awkward aspect. Should you reach out to someone with nurturing or help, or leave them to work things out for themselves? Are your own desires for closeness or emotional support too needy and codependent? Should you strive to be more self-sufficient and independent? Those questions feel even stickier as the moon in Cancer squares Saturn in Libra, the sign most concerned with the dance of relationship between people. As the moon moves along, it forms quincunx energy exchanges with Mars (planet of action), the sun (self-identification), and Neptune (higher ideals), which are all conjunct in Aquarius, for the remainder of the afternoon and evening. Examine your relationships to determine what is working and what is not. What are your needs? What is expected of you? What do you expect of a partner? What are your future plans together? How can you align your energy and lives to arrive at the same destination together? How can you nurture and support each other as an intertwined couple, yet allow each other personal growth as individuals? Discuss your feelings honestly rather than suppressing them now.

An energetic and optimistic start to the day begins on Wednesday, February 16th, as the moon in the feisty fire sign of Leo trines Jupiter in the headstrong sign of Aries and makes a quincunx to healing Chiron in idealistic Pisces. You feel like you can tackle big things and come out on top no matter what they may be. Venus, the planet of affection, in steady Capricorn enters a possibly difficult square to structured Saturn in discerning Libra until the end of the week. I say the square is possibly difficult because this combination of planets and signs can make or break a relationship. It will cause you to look at your relationships in the most practical, judgmental light and any weak spots or imperfections will be glaringly obvious. That light may be harsh, but it helps you to weigh things properly on that Libra scale and come to the point of decision where the highest and best good is chosen for both parties involved. Around lunchtime, the Leo moon forms a quincunx to Pluto in Capricorn. Controlling behavior, finger pointing, belittling, or ridiculing is a big no-no now. Anyone looking for trouble will find it and emotions are running hot and strong, making this a good day to practice your deep breathing or counting to ten routine before responding to anyone who is trying to provoke you. Watch your own attitude with others, as well. The moon is getting riper and fuller, making this month’s Leo lunar energy especially royal and strong. Think like a benevolent king, not a tyrant. This evening, the lunar aspects fade and the remaining squares between Venus/Saturn and Jupiter/Pluto, which are present all week, seem bigger and more present because there are no minor aspects acting as a distraction. As the Leo moon gains in full moon intensity, now may be a good time to sit with your problems, issues, or uncomfortable areas of life and give serious consideration to finding a solution or a way to remove yourself from the equation.

Some seesaw energy is in place on Thursday, February 17th, as the day begins with the moon in Leo sextile Saturn in Libra and quincunx Venus in Capricorn this morning, creating a peaceful energy that benefits your relationships and adds emotional stability to your day. This afternoon, the Leo moon forms an opposition to Mercury in Aquarius and, later this evening, opposes Mars in Aquarius. Both Leo and Aquarius are fixed signs. All the fixed signs are masters of resistance. I feel this opposition speaks of the pain and discord we are feeling now that is a result of the world condition, societal unrest, and economic worry. Leo will do whatever it takes to care for the “pride” – the family. This opposition may trigger intense feelings of powerlessness and a faltering of courage. The perceived enemy is just too big and broad for any one person to adequately battle it as an individual. To balance this opposition, we must unite as individuals to make a composite whole that is bigger than the threat. We must come together as a “pride” that puts our needs as a family first.

The royal Lion energy roars on Friday, February 18th, as the full moon in Leo in the very early predawn hours opposes the sun in Aquarius conjunct Neptune in Aquarius/Chiron in Pisces. The full moon also makes a quincunx to Uranus in Pisces. Enforced changes may come about or sacrifices for the greater good are made. I have the image of an amputation of limb to save a life and the image of a king or leader being overthrown by angry subjects. Leo rules the heart and circulatory system of the body and Aquarius rules the electrical/nervous system of the body. World events could be shocking now. Take care of your own body today by avoiding overstimulation of any kind. The less physical stress you create the better. As the morning progresses, the moon moves into the detail-oriented earth sign of Virgo and exchanges a quincunx with Jupiter in Aries. First things first, as this aspect pattern encourages a new beginning and the sorting of priorities. A pleasant trine between the Virgo moon and Pluto in Capricorn is touched off at lunchtime. The energy of crisis has passed now, a new direction has been chosen, and this practical and grounded earth trine moves you forward toward accomplishment and success.

A new energy pattern is set in place on Saturday, February 19th, as the sun leaves the fixed air sign of Aquarius and enters the mutable water sign of Pisces. This fertile and dreamy sign can be seen and felt now as the bulbs dormant in the earth begin to send green shoots up and bird song begins to increase a little bit each morning. Healing, hope, and potential are all tied in to the Pisces sun energy. Check your own natal chart to see where you have Pisces. That is the area of life where you can plant some seeds and see what beauty a little daily time and attention will create. The moon in Virgo is involved in a pleasant trine to Venus in Capricorn. Love is practical and best expressed through presence and actions now. Taking care of little chores with your partner or putting your home or office in order are satisfying activities. Early this evening, the moon in Virgo is quincunx Mercury, Mars, and Neptune all conjunct in Aquarius. Mercury, Mars, and Neptune in Aquarius are all semi-sextile Aquarius’ ruling planet, Uranus, now in Pisces. This is an excellent problem-solving and healing energy pattern. The planets enable you to transcend difficulty and access the plane where the answer, solution, or perfected state already exists, waiting to be found. Allow yourself to be a receiver or channel of Divine inspiration.

Potential conflict could present itself on Sunday, February 20th, as the moon in “you and me” Libra opposes Jupiter in “me, me!” Aries. The Libra moon likes to make nice and share, but Jupiter in Aries is just too selfish when opposed, making you and everyone else behave a bit like kindergartners arguing over a favorite toy. The moon is also quincunx Chiron conjunct the sun in Pisces, so we know we should be acting like mature adults, but our sore spots could be pushed or we are more sensitive to perceived slights. At lunchtime, a T-square pattern forms like an echo of the T-square of Monday. The moon in Libra, which opposes Jupiter in Aries, also squares Pluto in Capricorn and Pluto squares Jupiter in Aries. On Monday, the sensitive water sign of Cancer was involved, but today the reasoning air sign of Libra is setting the emotional tone. Monday may have been full of angst, tears, hurt feelings, and passive-aggressive behavior. The scenario today is likely to be arguments, bickering, opinionated speeches, judgmental attitudes, or maddening peevishness. Very late tonight, the moon will join Saturn in Libra. The last effects of Saturn in Libra square to Venus in Capricorn may be felt tonight as the moon/Saturn conjunction encourages retrospection and a view of the glass as half empty. Although February is the shortest month of the year, it often feels like it drags on forever. The planetary trends this week certainly added to the slowing effect. Thankfully, the full moon energy and the difficult square between Saturn and Venus will be gone next week. The road smoothes out and the emotional climate feels less dire when you wake on Monday morning. It is partly your own analytical mind, stimulated by a challenged Libra moon, which is generating the dark shadows of this evening. The sun will rise tomorrow and the planets will continue on their merry way. Watch a movie with a happy ending to escape from the stresses of the week. The Libra moon always deepens the enjoyment of a good book or movie.

Written by: Dee Rae
Specializes in: Clairaudient, Numerology, Runes, Astrology Reading

You may want to set the alarm for an earlier wake-up time on Tuesday, January 18th, because the moon in nurturing, sensitive Cancer is quincunx Venus in playful Sagittarius this morning.  Some morning horizontal exercise with your mate is a fine way to start your day with a big smile.  A morning workout of any kind is great for your body and helps carry you through the day with energy to spare.  The moon/Venus aspect helps people to have patience and tolerance for each other today.  People want to be helpful.  When the moon in Cancer also engages Saturn in Libra with a challenging square late this afternoon, the patience may not flow as easily and mental discipline could be required to maintain manners and be considerate of others’ feelings.  This lunar square is apt to make you feel neglected or slighted, even if that is not the case.  Remember that planetary energy is a two-way street – you may be feeling exactly the same way as the other person, whom you think is being rude or inconsiderate!  If the friction causes any misunderstandings between you and a partner, the planets serve up some heat and an opportunity for sweet reconciliations through the sun parallel Mars, Venus parallel Pluto, moon contra-parallel Mars, and sun contra-parallel the moon later tonight.  A day that begins and ends with lovemaking sounds divine!

Quiet resolve, faith, and inner strength are offered to you on the morning of Wednesday, January 19th, as the moon in the cardinal feeling water sign of Cancer forms a favorable trine to Jupiter conjunct Uranus in Pisces and a quincunx to Neptune conjunct Chiron in Aquarius.  I hear Bob Marley singing, “Don’t worry ‘bout a thing – everything’s gonna be alright.”  Not a bad start to the day, is it?  There is a hint of miracles in this aspect pattern.  Pray or set intentions early in the day and be grateful when the Universe delivers.  The full moon in the last degree of Cancer occurs today, putting the focus on needs both physical and emotional.  The sun/Mars conjunction, which is being activated by the full moon opposition, looks off to Neptune/Chiron and Jupiter/Uranus through a semi-sextile and a sextile, respectively.  These other planetary energies are your escape route from reality-based thought and action, which do not hold your answers now.  Looking at the effect to get a solution or something new only produces more of the same effect.  You must look to the realm of cause, which is not a visible, material thing.  Cause is the realm of your mind and spirit as it connects to the Universal Mind.  “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen,” from the Bible, Hebrews 11:1.  This succinctly summarizes the energy of this lunation.

Feeling hotheaded this morning?  On Thursday, January 20th, the moon in the fixed – meaning stubborn – fire sign of Leo is quincunx to Mercury and Pluto conjunct in the cardinal earth sign of Capricorn.  You may be tempted to roar and insist on things being done your way now – or you could come up against someone else behaving this way.  Around lunchtime, the moon in Leo and Venus in Sagittarius get chummy due to a flowing trine between them.  While people are still behaving in a dramatic or confrontational manner, they are less intimidating and even amusing.  If acting, dramatic emoting, teaching, selling, or influencing people with your voice is your job, make the most of this flamboyant and powerful dramatic energy.  Any presentation you have to make now will be well-received and leave a lasting impression.  Later this afternoon, when the dramatic quincunx fades, all that remains is the passionate Leo moon trine to flirtatious Venus in Sagittarius made more romantic by a contra-parallel of the moon and Neptune.  Sun parallel Venus, sun parallel Mars, Venus parallel Mars, and Venus parallel Pluto make this an evening to be on the prowl or showing your prowess.  The evening almost guarantees you will find what you are looking for when the ardent Leo moon forms a supportive sextile to stabilizing Saturn in Libra, the sign of relationships.  Venus in Sagittarius, still trine to the moon, forms a sextile to Saturn, as well.  Couples should make this a date night and singles should start the weekend early with a night on the town.  The sun has left plodding Capricorn and rides in on the lightning bolt of Aquarius today – all the more reason to bust loose and be shocking.  Pluto gives a turbo boost to the sun and Mars in Aquarius through a semi-sextile, amplifying the desire to do something radical.

A lingering satisfaction is a fine beginning to Friday, January 21st, as the sextile between Venus in Sagittarius and Saturn in Libra is all that remains this morning from the intensity of yesterday.  The moon is still in the creative fire sign of Leo, where it opposes Neptune conjunct Chiron in Aquarius at the same time it forms a quincunx to Jupiter conjunct Uranus in Pisces around lunchtime.  You may feel passionate about a change you would like to make or see made, but the crowd just doesn’t see things as you do or you can’t see how to achieve what you desire.  Some frustrating Catch-22 energy is present for the moment.  Later this afternoon, when the moon engages the sun conjunct Mars in Aquarius with a quincunx, and the sun/Mars conjunction touches off a sextile to Jupiter/Uranus, you may have a flash of genius arrive, which could solve your dilemma.  The expression, “Fools rush in where angels fear to tread,” is another way of looking at this tense energy pattern, also known as Thor’s Hammer – keeping in mind that, “Fortune favors the bold,” and, “He who hesitates is lost.”  Whatever it is, just go for it, but ask the angels to stand by.

Cool, detached, practical energy ushers in the morning of Saturday, January 22nd, as the moon in the discerning earth sign of Virgo makes a supportive trine to its ruling planet, Mercury, which is in the security-minded earth sign of Capricorn.  Your mind may be on taking care of mundane details and eliminating clutter in your closets and in your emotions.  The persnickety side of a Virgo moon shows its face this evening when it forms a difficult square to Venus in Sagittarius.  Currently, Venus in Sagittarius and the sun and Mars in Aquarius have been transmitting a Peter Pan energy when it comes to love.  There have been plenty of other great sex aspects this week, but they have been acted upon while under a footloose and fancy-free planetary influence.  This Virgo moon, making a square to Venus while it makes a semi-sextile to Saturn in Libra, and Venus making a sextile to Saturn in Libra reminds me a lot of Wendy in Peter Pan.  I really didn’t like her much – did you?  She knew how to take the fun out of things.  I sided with Tinkerbell, myself.  If you’ve been having fun in a no strings attached, friends with benefits way and find yourself feeling attached or wanting more, tonight is not the night to ask for a deeper commitment – you will most likely find the other person loses interest as soon as they are pressed for more.  It’s best to keep any critical comments in general to yourself.  What you think is constructive criticism may be viewed by the other person as nitpicking or nagging.  Let this fast-moving aspect burn out before burning any bridges.  Things will look different tomorrow.  On a happier note, today, Jupiter leaves Pisces and enters the initiative cardinal fire sign of Aries, signifying a new beginning of growth and goodies in whatever area of life is indicated by Aries in your birth chart.  And today is your Aquarian astrologer’s BIRTHDAY!  That’s ME!  I will be 50!  Since I have an Aries moon, I can blow my own party horn.  If everyone who likes to read my weekly trends and horoscopes puts a tip in the tip jar on my homepage, I could buy myself the paper cutter I secretly desire.  Astrology lesson #1:  Aquarians like unusual gifts – it’s best to ask them what they want.  My moon is in Aries in my 11th house of friends and wishes, so with Jupiter taking up residence in that house, I know my birthday wishes will come true this year!

The Virgo moon is still with you on the morning of Sunday, January 23rd.  The morning is free of any significant energy other than the Virgo vibe that likes to make lists, organize, and take care of the things that need to be done – and in the proper order.  The moon leaves Virgo and enters the diplomatic air sign of Libra early this evening.  From lunchtime through the evening hours, the moon opposes Jupiter conjunct Uranus in Pisces and forms a quincunx to Neptune conjunct Chiron in Aquarius at the same time.  This is similar to the energy pattern of frustration that was in place on Friday the 21st, but this time you have less determination to follow through on something or to force it to happen.  Your feelings may switch back and forth due to the indecisive Libra moon and the energy of an air moon tends to scatter into many possibilities at once.  The best use of the aspect pattern now is to run through as many scenarios as you can possibly imagine.  Try things on for size in your mind rather than struggling to bring something into being.  Late this evening, the challenging energy dissipates and the romantic Libra moon moves into a flowing trine with the sun conjunct Mars in Aquarius.  Doing something active where couples work together amidst a larger group is the perfect use of this influence.  Dancing fits that description.  Sunday night might not be the easiest day of the week to find a dancing spot, but if you can’t find a place to dance with others, put some music on at home and grab your partner for your own private dance party.

Written by: Dee Rae
Specializes in: Clairaudient, Numerology, Runes, Astrology Reading

Compared to yesterday, Tuesday, January 11th, is a walk in the park. Indeed, a walk in the park or some other physical activity is a perfect way to release any residual tension that may be lingering from yesterday. All the fire signs benefit from physical activity and each suffer in a particular part of the body when energy becomes backed up or stagnates. You do not have to be born under the influence of a fire sign to feel the same effect. When the moon transits through any sign, it can have an effect on the appropriate corresponding part of the body. Difficult planetary aspects are more likely to trigger physical discomfort, just as supportive aspects are more likely to produce feelings of physical ease and well-being. Aries rules the head. Later this afternoon, the Aries moon opposes restrictive Saturn in the thinking air sign of Libra. Complicated communications between people or issues of independence versus commitment, selfishness versus sharing can literally put your brain on overload and leave you with a headache by the end of the day unless you move some energy.

Some frustration and the feeling of fighting an uphill battle is possible early in the day on Wednesday, January 12th, as the moon in hotheaded Aries forms a square to the sun in stoic Capricorn. Some yearning for a romantic time out or simply some peace and calm is being triggered by the moon contra-parallel Neptune. Perhaps a lunch date with your mate can give you a bubble of love energy to float in today. At midday, the moon touches off several aspects – a stressful square to Mars in Capricorn, a supportive sextile to Neptune/Chiron in Aquarius, and a social semi-sextile to Jupiter/Uranus in Aquarius. These aspects are the energetic equivalent of cooking at a stove with all the burners and the oven full. You just keep dealing with things as they arise and move on to the next as quickly as possible because the Aries moon doesn’t encourage lingering – you might get burned. By the dinner hour, the moon also activates Mercury in Sagittarius with a pleasant trine, ensuring you will have plenty to talk about when asked, “How was your day?” You may be out the door this evening for more activity, or possibly go right from work to evening engagements before you finally rest your head on your pillow tonight.

On Thursday, January 13th, Mercury enters Capricorn where it forms a loose conjunction with Pluto. This is a slower speed than Mercury in Sagittarius and you may notice that people slow down and think before talking or coming to a decision – a complete opposite from the spontaneity of Sagittarius. The moon, now in Taurus, adds more grounded earth energy to Mercury through a supportive trine. The moon in Taurus also forms a quincunx to Venus in Sagittarius, increasing sensual delight in lovemaking and any other pleasurable activity. Both these aspects will be felt until after dinner and then a deeply passionate and romantic tone is set with Venus contra-parallel the moon, Venus parallel Pluto, and moon contra-parallel Pluto. The moon in Taurus is steady and quiet the rest of the evening, making it a wonderful time to indulge in whatever makes you feel good in your favorite setting.

The moon continues to move through the fixed earth sign of Taurus on Friday, January 14th. As it forms a quincunx to Saturn in Libra, it encourages productive work, attention to visual aesthetics and perfection, and stabilizing relationships. In the early evening, Mercury finally moves out of the challenging square energy pattern it has been in with Jupiter and Uranus in Pisces and your thoughts become lighter. The moon in Taurus creates a wonderful trine to the sun conjunct Mars in Capricorn. This is a big success and accomplishment aspect that also imparts a feeling of satisfaction. Use this knowledge to plan a culmination or completion of a plan or project late this afternoon or evening. Venus parallel Pluto intensifies sexual passion and possessive emotions in loving relationships.

The energy really pops on Saturday, January 15th, when the moon enters the mutable air sign of Gemini. As it does so, it forms a quincunx with Mercury conjunct Pluto in Capricorn, a trine to sun conjunct Mars in Capricorn, a sextile to Jupiter conjunct Uranus in Pisces, and a square to Neptune conjunct Chiron in Aquarius. I have an image in my mind of birds flocking and nesting in the spring with all the busy flying back and forth and chattering. For most of you, the work week was just that – work – and a lot of it. Now the moon is encouraging social enjoyment, connecting with friends, traveling, and frittering time in entertaining or imaginative ways. The square and trine fade by evening, so things will settle down a bit by then. Do you know how children act at the end of a long day spent playing and eating too much sugar? Tonight, when the moon moves further along in Gemini, it opposes Venus in Sagittarius, causing you and others to act like overtired but wired children. It’s not really a terrible opposition because any opposition with the gentle planet, Venus, can never be very bad, but it will make you aware of your need to wind it down and recharge your batteries through some rest; otherwise, you may cross that line where you become so wired that you can’t sleep.

All is quiet on the morning of Sunday, January 16th. Mars has left Capricorn and has entered the fixed air sign of Aquarius, but is still getting a touch of Capricorn energy from a loose conjunction with the sun. Mars is the planet that makes things happen and, when it mixes with Aquarius, it becomes progressive, inventive, and more likely to bring significant change as opposed to the more practical Capricorn Mars, which is more likely to follow established order when acting. Except for Venus and Saturn, which each stand alone, the rest of the planets are paired now: Mercury/Pluto in Capricorn, Neptune/Chiron in Aquarius, Jupiter/Uranus in Pisces. Planetary energy is already multi-layered, especially when viewed through the tint of the signs each planet occupies in your own natal chart. Now we have some deeper energetic blends, which I feel are enabling you to expand your awareness and opening you to more possibilities than you would normally consider. So, life used to be chocolate cake from a box mix and now it’s more like double fudge cake filled with chocolate mousse, topped with ganache, dark chocolate curls, and fresh raspberries. In other words, much more complex. Late in the morning, the moon in Gemini makes a favorable trine to Saturn in Libra, which lasts right through the day and into the evening. The strong communicative tendencies of both Gemini and Libra tell me you will not want to spend the day alone. There are things to do and places to see that are so much more fun with a partner. The sun and Mars are still sextile Jupiter/Uranus in Pisces and semi-sextile Neptune/Chiron in Aquarius. Neptune/Chiron in Aquarius are still semi-sextile Jupiter/Uranus in Pisces. This preponderance of good aspects and the absence of any challenging aspects, along with the moon in a naturally happy sign, should make you feel lighter than air all day long. You’ve endured two weeks of some intense astrological events and hard aspects – I think you are entitled to a day this light. It could be one of those days where time flies, yet feels like suspended animation. Magical.

Written by: Dee Rae
Specializes in: Clairaudient, Numerology, Runes, Astrology Reading