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Libra Weekly Horoscopes for June 17, 2013

Gemini season comes to a close.

Gemini season comes to a close.

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Big news this week is Jupiter in Gemini traveling with the Sun in Gemini until the solstice and after that with the Sun in Cancer. This very noisy combo will probably drown out the other aspects in play. Think of a huge, happy family gathering where everyone is babbling at once. Gemini loooves to talk and Jupiter increases this tendency exponentially. Lovely if you are a social air or fire sign who enjoys this sort of thing. I predict there will be some shy, retiring earth and water folk who will not be thrilled at all. The Sun-Jupiter conjunction is exact on Wednesday.

Mercury and Venus meet up for their exact conjunction in Cancer on Thursday which also happens to be the summer solstice, Pacific Daylight Time (the solstice occurs on Friday, Eastern Daylight Time). This conjunction adds the “happy” to family gathering. Being kind and thoughtful to our nearest and dearest comes far easier under this influence.

Mars in Gemini makes a couple of aspects this week. Monday it is sextile Uranus in Aries, combining Uranus inspired spontaneity with Mars in Gemini’s naturally quick reflexes. We might even ‘zig’ when we’re supposed to ‘zig’ for a change! We could still feel pretty tightly wound and rather twitchy. Good for rushing around taking care of last minute tasks.

It is Wednesday when a Mars-Chiron square can lead to someone’s actions putting another person in an uncomfortable position. With Chiron this has the potential to bring awareness of vulnerabilities we need to address. Forgiving ourselves and the person who trampled on our feelings is definitely part of the process.

The Full Moon in Capricorn is Sunday, 23 June with the lunar axis the “arrow” of a Kite Pattern with the Grand Trine. Looks promising! More on this lunation later.

Well, what do you know, Aries? Your big, bold ideas this week should meet with approval from your extended family. Take care when you share these ideas to avoid cutting remarks and off color humor. In other words, use some tact! All right?!

There is no one better than you, Taurus, at knowing what it takes to live comfortably. This is a great week to work on improving relations with your customers, clients, etc to make this happen. You’ll be able to express yourself with confidence, warmth and charm.

Anyone you need to make a lasting impression on, Gemini? If so, this coming week is a great time to do so. Do pay attention to your audience and carefully tailor your delivery accordingly. Tone it down if necessary rather than blowing them away.

Please continue to present your sweet side to the world, Cancer, and they will love you for it. You may have plenty going on in your life behind the scenes this week though it probably won’t show on your public face. That is about to change.

Grab opportunities to connect with your peers and like-minded people the first half of the week, Leo. Events will be moving quickly . . . a “you snooze, you lose” situation. Life will begin to quiet down some for you by the weekend.

In your case, Virgo, it looks like your career sector will be lit up most of the week, all most too much so. Sorting out what opportunities are genuine from the over-hyped could be tricky as well as time consuming. Do your best!

Friends from faraway places may be a source of distraction early in the week, Libra. Enjoy the attention but don’t forget your long term goals either. You are attracting favorable attention in regards to your career and need to figure out how to build on that.

If you are lucky, Scorpio, you may get some good news about some investments or an inheritance of some kind. If you have been considering doing some traveling or taking some classes, now is a good time to do so. Enjoy yourself!

Watching your partner in action the first part of week, Sagittarius, could be quite entertaining. Their wit and humor may have you falling in love with all over again. Friday and Saturday are your best days this week to get out and do something.

Your daily routines may get blown out of the water this week, Capricorn, so please prepare yourself accordingly. Don’t worry, it will probably be for a good reason and you might even have fun. Relax and run with it. You might even meet someone!

The urge to throw caution to the winds and do something just for the fun of it may hit you hard this week, Aquarius. You could fall in love or take a really big risk in the name of creative expression. Have fun!

Party at your house this week, Pisces? It might happen spontaneously you know. You’re pretty flexible and may even be in the mood to relax and enjoy yourself with family and friends. Why not? Good time to mend some fences.

If you know your Rising sign, read the horoscope for it too. :D

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Observations: A Dreamy Summer Solstice, June 20-21, 2013

Lingering light on the solstice

Lingering light on the solstice

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For a change we have a dreamy summer solstice to celebrate! The Sun enters Cancer in a waxing Grand Trine with enduring Saturn in Scorpio and compassionate Neptune in Pisces. If you live in the northern latitudes you know how magical this time of year can be with long light days and exquisite evenings. There is a very good reason growing up in England inspired Shakespeare to write his classic play, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” . . . which I love!

As Cancer’s ruler, the Moon is always a key player on this solstice. The Moon is in Scorpio widely trine Mercury, Venus and Vesta in Cancer bringing out the best in this sometimes troubled Moon. Cancer is a lovely place for Vesta to visit and conjoined with sweet Venus, there is no better caregiver around. Together they draw out the healer in the Scorpio Moon. There is far too much pain in this world already without adding more. We are reminded of the healing power of a loving embrace which can make words optional.

Jupiter is poised to leave Gemini for Cancer where it is exalted. Thanks to CJ Wright for reminding me about that! Alan Oken said this about Jupiter in Cancer in his book, Alan Oken’s Complete Astrology: A Modern Guide to Astrological Awareness: “Emotionally through a compassionate understanding of human life. There is a tendency to merge philosophical concepts with personal experiences and an ability to share what is assimilated through intimate relationships.” Emotional intelligence rules!

The Uranus-Pluto square is gradually separating though still within orb. Uranus in Aries is sextile a Pallas-Mars conjunction in Gemini enhancing the power of words and ideas. As long as we keep an open mind we’ll be OK. It is when the desire to control and manipulate others (Pluto in Capricorn) things can go south. Be playful and enjoy a lively exchange of ideas without judgment!

Celebrate this seasonal turning point with friends and family. May the second half of this year bring joy and contentment to you and yours.

Observations: Jupiter in Cancer on the way

Ah, Jupiter in Cancer

Ah, Jupiter in Cancer

On 25 June Jupiter leaves airy Gemini for Cancer and we are awash in water. So what will Jupiter in Cancer emphasize? Because Jupiter always emphasizes whatever he touches you know, or should I say exaggerates.

Cancer is all about home and family in one way or another. It is a sensitive water sign who feels deeply. Jupiter in Cancer may envelop us in loving warmth or make us feel smothered by too much mothering. All those uncomfortable food issues could show up once more as in substituting food for nurturance. Bulimia, anorexia and obesity are examples of this.

Folks may find themselves weeping over the slightest thing, even those of us who don’t cry much. Images of puppies, kittens and babies of all kinds can trigger the waterworks. Jupiter’s sentimental side will be on full display and perhaps bring a renewed sense of national pride in Cancer Sun nations such as the USA. The Fourth of July celebrations will probably be over the top this year in part because of Jupiter’s influence . . . mom, apple pie, etc.

Saturn in Scorpio will rein in Jupiter in Cancer during July but in August when Jupiter opposes Pluto and squares Uranus, all bets are off and emotions will run high. More turmoil may be coming over the winter months when Mars goes retrograde in Libra, periodically squaring Jupiter in Cancer. I will be sure to give all my Libra friends a “head’s up” well in advance.

Those of us with personal planets or Ascendant in the cardinal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn) are going to notice Jupiter’s journey thru Cancer the most as it squares, conjoins or opposes those planets. Check your chart to see what house Cancer falls in too. I have the joy of Jupiter in Cancer transiting my eighth house . . . discussions with family members about who inherits what may occur. Gah!

Libra Weekly Horoscopes for June10, 2013

Peonies are blooming© Diane Lang

It is Venus in Cancer’s turn to complete a T-Square with Uranus in Aries and Pluto in Capricorn this week. Nerve endings are raw and feelings can be easily hurt. Between Uranus in Aries’ complete lack of sensitivity and Pluto’s need to be controlling, relationships of all types will be under the gun. Those most vulnerable with be people with personal planets and/or Ascendant from 10° to 12° in the cardinal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn). Cardinal signs are seldom passive when they feel attacked and will strike back.

Both Mercury and Venus in Cancer will be trine to Chiron in Pisces at this time. Monday it will Mercury and on Friday, Venus. Chiron is slowing to station retrograde on Sunday, intensifying its influence. Hopefully these two trines will sooth some of the hurt done by the T-Square.

Mars in Gemini will feel pressure from Pluto in Capricorn via an irritating inconjunct on Saturday. Squabbling with your siblings and close friends over issues like jealousy and who owes whom will not end well nor be resolved. A better option may be to step back and do our best to detach ourselves from needing our way.

This is the last full week of the Sun in airy Gemini and all you air signs better make the most of it. Once the Sun enters Cancer on the summer solstice, water will dominate the sky for some time and emotional intelligence will be needed instead of pure intellect. Right now we have a sky largely divided between air and water with token amounts of fire (Uranus) and earth (Pluto). Water + air = fog . . . not especially conducive to mental clarity. Time to start working with your intuition instead!

Getting all snarky with those closest to you won’t win you any points this week, Aries. Yes, I’m sure you feel justified because it is tough dealing with controlling bosses and all. Still, be kind to your family and avoid hurt feelings.

Rather than getting upset because your words were completely misinterpreted the first part of the week, Taurus, fall back on knowing tomorrow is another day. It is possible you will be able to make things right later. For now, smile and say nothing.

Unexpected expenses may crop up due to having to entertain your peers at the last minute, Gemini, and just when you were starting to feel like you were getting ahead of the game. Remember to play nice with family on the weekend, OK?

Cancer, please put on your thickest “shell” this week and do your very best to remember your boss probably didn’t intend to sound that harsh or those remarks may not have been directed at you specifically. Do something pleasant and soothing for yourself soonest.

Networking with your peers is still a priority for you, Leo . . . that and socializing. If you have to make last minute travel plans for work, please do your best to avoid stepping on coworker’s toes in the process. Family conflicts may spoil plans for the weekend.

Putting time and energy into your career this week, Virgo, could turn out far better than your love life. You might be unpleasantly surprised to find out your date acting jealous and possessive over what you feel is nothing. Not fun at all.

There is a possibility you might feel besieged again this week, Libra, attempting to juggle career demands, family issues and your partner’s eccentricities. Maybe the best thing you can do is go into hibernation next weekend and give yourself time to regroup.

Even if you have been thinking about taking some vacation time, Scorpio, your plans may fall through due to being unable to find someone to cover for you at work. Rather than frustrate yourself more, let it go for now and try again later.

Impulsive gambles and risk taking could land you in deep financial trouble now, Sagittarius, so please take time to carefully consider what’s at stake before jumping in. This goes for love as well as money and could lead to serious disagreements with your partner.

Please treat your significant other gently this week as they may be feeling hypersensitive to any hint of criticism, Capricorn. The source of the problem could be other members of your extended family . . . perhaps your mother in law? Kind words from you will help.

What you may think are witty remarks, Aquarius, your coworkers could take the wrong way and end up with hurt feelings. By the way, be aware potential lovers may come with some pretty dark baggage. Be careful if you go out to play this weekend.

If you choose, Pisces, you can do a great deal right now to ease other people’s pain and help them feel better about themselves. In this instance, actions may speak louder than words and showing up to actively listen might be all you need to do.

If you know your Rising sign, read the horoscope for it too. :D

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Observations: Neptune Stations Retrograde

Slipping into Neptune's Fog

Slipping into Neptune’s Fog

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Today Neptune stations retrograde and the ripples are beginning to spread outwards. I give this event far more weight than usual because today a Grand Trine with Venus in Cancer, Saturn in Scorpio and Neptune in Pisces is exact. Usually Neptune stations wash in and out like the tide with little impact on us, providing background ambiance.

Saturn in Scorpio is the real reason the Grand Trine has any chance of causing more than a few light ripples in the atmosphere. It anchors Neptune and Venus firmly in reality. It helps to have Saturn in the fixed sign of Scorpio too. Think of Saturn as a kind but firm teacher who won’t let the other two drift off course. Grand Trines are wonderful but passive in nature and without Saturn’s discipline, nothing would happen. Change takes effort after all.

As I mentioned in my post on the New Moon in Gemini, Mars in Gemini aspects the Grand Trine. It squares Neptune, is semi-sextile Venus and inconjunct Saturn. Regular pain in neck Mars is! However he may be irritating enough to inspire some action . Mars in Gemini talks . . . endlessly. And the watery planets may decide they would rather do anything than listen to him any longer.

One example that came to mind when contemplating how to use this energy effectively is this: The best way to prevent abortions is through  good sex education programs. Saturn in Scorpio hard at work hand in hand with compassionate Neptune!

The cardinal T-Square with Mercury, Uranus and Pluto is ratcheting up today, so apply liberal doses of the focused compassion from the Grand Trine to prevent accidents. Choose to practice kindness and patience!

As you may have noticed this post ended up more about Saturn than Neptune . . . Neptune is stationing in my third house and my original idea dissolved like dew in the sunshine. Neptune eludes me again!