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Just after midnight loving Venus enters Libra, the sign of harmony and balance. Sharp dressers, deft designers, those with an eye for art and beauty are rejuvenated and inspired during the next few weeks. The age old quest for the perfect look is back in style. A waxing Sagittarius Moon helps keep spirits on an “upward and onward” track. After a busy morning, the afternoon is a kaleidoscopic mix of nifty ideas and pragmatic considerations. With much to consider, be sure to know who and what is most important. Dispense with significant responsibilities first. Evening presents new challenges. The Moon is in a testing square with fiery Mars, now in detail-oriented Virgo. Free spirits may face criticism. Personal desires can seem impossible to satisfy. Be patient. Know exactly what you want and frustrations will be kept to a minimum. Moon in Sagittarius, Venus enters Libra.

The stars keep us busy today. The waxing Scorpio Moon reaches the First Quarter stage just before noon. A laid back early morning segues into an action-packed midday period. Balancing privacy needs with the impulse to be seen and admired requires acute judgment and an artful touch. A fallback option could involve an out of the way locale that invites quiet intimacy. For some folks, home is the place to be. The second half of the day brings easier, more sociable going. Lunar harmony with Pluto and Venus, augmented by Jupiter, herald a luminous and enjoyable evening. Dinnertime on into the evening is thoroughly enjoyable. Turn on your party lights. The Moon’s final aspect, a late night sextile to Venus, bestows happiness, love and contentment. Moon in Scorpio, First Quarter Moon in Scorpio 11:30AM, Moon in Scorpio v/c 11:05pm-11:12PM Moon enters Sagittarius.

If fun and recreation are on your agenda, live fully and play hard. Half-hearted participation will not do. Today it’s the Scorpio Moon’s turn to test Saturn and Uranus. The trio form a fixed sign T-square, a taut yet powerful configuration that poses challenges as well as opportunities. The key is staying composed and under control at all times. With poise the potential for successful gatherings and fulfilling activities is very good. Lose your balance and setbacks are likely. An early afternoon lunar sextile to Mars provides ample energy and tenacity. Helping others is encouraged. It is towards evening when uncertainty is greatest. Be extra careful, whatever it is you’re doing, and ready to modify social plans. Moon in Scorpio.

Early risers experience inner peace under the aligned Sun and Moon. As daylight breaks tensions are rising. The Libra Moon is moving towards a testing late morning square with Pluto. Emotional sensitivity increases. Normally subconscious feelings need expression. Real and imagined scenarios can lead to reactions that are inappropriate or disproportionate to the situation at hand. Be on guard against jealousy, abandonment issues and other uncomfortable emotions. A truth-telling session may relieve the inner logjam. Brighter trends build in after the noon hour. Life takes a major upturn as the Moon engages optimistic Jupiter. Faith and trust are restored. Positive thoughts and physical travel are expedited. Evening sees the Moon enter Scorpio and feelings again deepen. Fortunately, communications are also easier. Share your emotional truth. Moon in Libra v/c 4:39PM-8:01PM Moon enters Scorpio.

The day begins under a steadying influence, a lunar trine to Saturn. Now waxing in Libra, awareness of others is highlighted. With Saturn involved, doing the right thing is a must. The Ringed Planet, AKA the Lord of Karma, does keep score. Fortunately, the essentials of healthy relationships, fairness, honesty and loyalty are encouraged by the alignment. If you need a word with a higher up, this morning is a good time. Momentum is gently sustained by the waxing Moon’s building sextile to the Leo Sun. This is a solid day for partnering. Enjoy co-workers, friends, family members and other playmates. Moon in Libra.

Early birds feel emboldened by love. The powerful emotion comforts, heals and helps build trust. All the same, momentum declines during the morning hours as the Virgo Moon begins a long void of course period. Diminished energy lends itself to greater inner awareness. Mental Mercury directs attention to matters of the heart and past events. Practically speaking it is best to concentrate on work already in progress. Efforts are sustained by tonight’s trine between Venus and Pluto. What can be accomplished in the name of love is limitless. By then the Moon is in Libra and Mercury, the communications planet, is in Virgo. Partners will undoubtedly be receptive to loving words, compliments and perhaps most importantly, attentive companionship. Moon in Virgo v/c 7:22AM-4:08PM Moon enters Libra, Venus trine Pluto.

With the waxing crescent Virgo Moon activating a pending trine between Mars and Uranus, it’s full speed ahead! Seize the day. Organize plans and cooperative efforts this morning. Visionary capacities as well as team spirit are excellent. The midday period is perfect for brainstorming and planning. Be patient with less adventurous souls. Mental Mercury is at odds with Jupiter tonight, increasing ambitions but blowing some matters way out of proportion. Be mindful of those prone to exaggerating and boasting. Some plans are flat out unrealistic. Further negotiations will likely be necessary. Agree to continue conversations as soon as tomorrow. Bedtime prayers and midnight meditations have special magic. Moon in Virgo, Mercury opposite Jupiter.

A lunar opposition with expansive Jupiter lifts hopes during the early hours. However, reality may fail to live up to expectations as a void of course Leo Moon brings morning sluggishness. Hold onto dreams. Come late morning the Moon is in Virgo, bringing a resurgence of commitment and effort. The Moon is nearing a conjunction with spark plug Mars for the rest of the day. Forward movement is facilitated, one step at a time. Venus is at odds with Neptune this evening. The opposing duo fosters romantic as well as creative inspiration. Under the influence some folks tend to give too much. Weigh the consequences of caring. Well-built partnerships cross a threshold to higher levels of trust and caring. Others may find their hopes dashed by a betrayal. In either case, tonight there are opportunities for psycho-spiritual growth and learning. Moon in Leo v/c 8:23AM-10:56AM Moon enters Virgo, Venus opposite Neptune.

The late-morning Leo New Moon quietly launches our next activity cycle. Fun and creative self-expression are essential ingredients of current plans. Order a healthy side dish of self-respect and you’ll increase your enjoyment without developing an outsized ego. These days the Cosmos has ways of humbling willful types. Because the Moon and Sun occupy testing angles with Saturn and Uranus, the path forward is likely to include delays and detours as well as surprise side excursions. Prepare as you would for an extended trip. Pack for all types of weather, protect valuables and essential papers and be ready to improvise, both today and in the coming weeks. If there is a message in today’s embryonic alignments, it’s that the moment to moment journey is foremost in importance, not the destination. Ultimate landing spots are yet to be determined. Moon in Leo, New Moon in Leo 9:50AM.

During the quiet wee hours of the morning the Moon slips into Leo. This is the final day of the monthly lunar cycle and promises to be a low energy affair. The only exact alignment is the waning Moon’s evening opposition to Saturn. Use the available energy wisely. Respect boundaries and limitations. Put time and resources to good use. Hopes may be great but restrictive circumstances can feel overwhelming. If you face a delay, consider your options. Diligently explore alternative strategies. World events may weigh heavily on some souls. A friend may need cheering up. Respond with love. Mother Nature, music and other art forms provide solace and inspiration. Moon in Cancer v/c 12:00AM-3:31AM Moon enters Leo.

The stars deliver a nearly perfect summer morning. The idyllic hours pass sweetly by and may at times feel magical. Affairs of the heart are spotlighted. It’s a fine time for communing with loved ones as well as Mother Nature. Empaths are hyper alert but reception could become erratic during the afternoon. By evening the Cancer Moon is opposite Pluto and the Sun is square Uranus. Surprising events can boggle minds. Personal biases and feelings intensify and are more easily projected, clouding objective vision. Practice detachment. Gracefully adapt to situations that are beyond anyone’s control. Change course if necessary. Abide by the rules of fair play. A lengthy void of course Moon period begins before sunset and lasts past midnight. Relax and cultivate inner peace tonight. Nurture yourself as well as loved ones. Moon in Cancer v/c 6:15PM-12:00AM, Sun square Uranus.

By afternoon the waning Cancer Moon is balsamic, the last stage of her monthly cycle. Ordinarily the celestial emphasis is on rest and digesting recent events. If your energy is low, take a breather. However, the Moon is also sextile visionary Uranus, opening a window into the future. Premonitions are as likely to come through the physical body as the mind. Listen to your body. Energy levels can offer valuable clues to how best to proceed. Pay attention to hunches and “irresistible” attractions or use the divination tools of your choice. Take note of your creative ideas and visions. The nighttime is also favorable for social networking. Computer technology enhances one on one meetups, group gatherings and the performing arts. Moon in Cancer.

An early morning lunar square with Neptune stimulates subconscious minds. The midnight to dawn period may be punctuated by numerous dreams, reveries, visions and memories. Daybreak finds the Gemini Moon nicely aligned with jolly Jupiter. Minds clear. Moods are positive and life feels satisfying. Communications and travel flow smoothly most of the day. Late afternoon brings a brief void of course Moon period. Evening sees attention redirected as the Moon arrives in Cancer. Home and family matters call out to some folks while others focus on health regimens. Putting one’s body and living space in top working order is always a good idea and tonight’s lunar sextile to Mars fuels many improvement projects. Those who are cooking, organizing or planning find it easy to separate the wheat from the chaff. Moon in Gemini v/c 3:38PM-5:17PM Moon enters Cancer.

Night owls may experience a sudden romantic crush, have oodles of fun or entertain the distinct sense that all is well. Justified optimism persists through the first half of the day. After noon the Gemini Moon ventures into a tricky square to Neptune while mental Mercury tests Uranus. Faced with uncertainties, fantasies may seem appealing. Stay present. Fly away dreams and other escape routes leave pragmatists scratching their heads. Because the Sun is also at odds with Uranus this week, there are more questions than answers. Reserve judgment. Not knowing is okay. The only sure thing is that changes are under way, hopefully for the better. Moon in Gemini, Venus trine Uranus, Mercury square Uranus.

The Leo Sun's opposition to Saturn underscores the fragility of some ties. The “make it or break it” alignment begs compelling questions. Is time being spent on rewarding pursuits? Has an activity or relationship outlived its usefulness. Where is the passion? Today’s stars could be the impetus to leave the desert of futility and get started on a more fruitful track. With the Moon in multi-faceted Gemini well before the Sun rises, second guessing can plague minds. A pending trine between Venus and Uranus suggests a friend’s advice can be uniquely helpful. The aspect brings happy expectations, welcome surprises and lucky coincidences. Goddess energy is working magic, especially later in the day. Follow a loving path. Moon in Taurus v/c 3:41AM-4:46AM Moon enters Gemini, Sun opposite Saturn.

This rambunctious day is dominated by a fixed sign T-square, a high energy configuration that requires careful handling. The Taurus Moon reaches her Last Quarter phase this morning. Motivation is increased but the activity can be a way of offsetting inner turmoil. Complicating matters is the Moon’s proximity to volatile Uranus. The pair are testing the Leo Sun and Mercury and also Saturn in Aquarius. Unstable conditions can have an impact throughout the day. Watch your step. Drive with extra care. Be ready to adapt to unforeseen and uncontrollable events. A mid-afternoon bright spot is the Moon’s trine to Venus. Kindness, compassion and love work miracles. A well-timed hug, kiss or caress can be put to good use. Relax, take a deep breath and roll with changes tonight. An out of the blue surprise can be enlightening. Moon in Taurus, Last Quarter Moon in Taurus 9:16AM.

Incessant worries can dampen spirits during the early morning hours. A lunar square with Pluto is the culprit. Keep your attention rigorously fixed on what you can do. The rest will take care of itself. By late morning moods improve. It may be the arrival of good news or the approaching weekend but hopes feel justified. Smiles come more easily. After a brief void of course period the Moon enters Taurus during the late afternoon. The more methodical pace becomes a quest for comfort and pleasure, activated by a lunar trine with Mars. Adventurous souls feel ready to take on new challenges. Under the celestial umbrella, the odds of success are good. Nighttime brings quiet. Moon in Aries v/c 3:36PM-4:08PM Moon enters Taurus.

After a relatively calm night today brings celestial fireworks. The Moon is in Aries, so expect patience to be minimal. Just before noon Mars forms an exact opposition with Jupiter, triggering spirited discussions and plenty of disagreements. Keep your sense of balance and proportion. Some folks are inclined to exaggerate. Others speak self-righteously. Humility and humor help defuse tensions. Walk away from a confrontation rather than waste valuable time and energy in an argument. Late afternoon sees Mars enter Virgo, cooling off some hotheads. Put a lid on criticism. Instead, channel the Red Planet’s formidable energies into honing skills and improving your own on the job performance. Make a fresh commitment to better health, eating well and exercising more. Moon in Aries, Mars opposite Jupiter, Mars enters Virgo.

The morning is busy. First the Moon enters impulsive Aries. Thought processes accelerate under a lunar trine to Mercury and physical bodies aren’t far behind. Think action. Jump up, jump in and get busy. Jolly Jupiter then retrogrades back into Aquarius for a five month stay. The shift to the cool-headed, freedom-loving air sign fails to calm emotions as a powerful Jupiter/Mars opposition intensifies. Everyone has an opinion and feels compelled to express it. Fortunately, the Moon is also in harmony with the Leo Sun. The two form a late afternoon trine that keeps the day bouncing briskly along. Maintain a comfortable pace and respect what others have to say, even if you disagree. With self-control this lively day will prove to be a productive one. Moon in Pisces v/c 12:00AM-5:58AM Moon enters Aries, Jupiter enters Aquarius (Retrograde).

Today begins with mental Mercury at the last degree of Cancer. Given that Cancer is one of the most emotional signs, be careful not to let past experiences unduly influence your day. As Ram Dass taught, “Be here now!” To be sure, feelings are about as keyed up as they can be. The Pisces Moon is conjunct Neptune during the late afternoon. Empaths as well as others feel like “psychic sponges.” Hearts easily go out to others. Mercury transitions from Cancer into Leo this evening, joining the Sun. The sign change may strike some as similar in effect to a retrograde. It could take an extra effort to clarify thoughts and communications. Compassion has its place and tonight is an excellent time to reveal true feelings. Sharing a secret can release a huge weight, freeing up a tremendous amount of energy. Moon in Pisces v/c 9:13PM-12AM, Mercury enters Leo.

The Pisces Moon evokes fond memories this morning. Her opposition with Venus favors sharing recollections as well as affection. Reach out and touch someone. Even four-legged fur-babies are happy to partake in the love fest vibes. The remainder of the day is rather mellow. Nostalgic feelings and sensitive hearts are the order of the day. Flow with the emotional currents but accentuate positive potentials rather than linger on losses. Imaginations also tend to be fertile. The late night period could bring several novel ideas infused with flashes of absolute brilliance. Moon in Pisces.

Fallout from the recent Full Moon continues to swirl. Tit for tat score keeping and ‘I told you so’ reprimands are more likely to alienate partners than bring unity. Be diplomatic if you must take another person to task. The Aquarius Moon’s early evening opposition to Mars can spark further controversy or spur the desire to mend fences. Use the fierce energy wisely. As many schools of martial arts teach, it is wisdom that enables the true warrior to forego violence. Encourage rather than criticize. A quieter period follows as the Moon goes void of course while edging closer to Jupiter. A half hour before midnight the Moon enters Pisces where Jupiter awaits. Their combined energies bring levity and renewed confidence that difficulties can be successfully navigated. Moon in Aquarius v/c 7:14PM-11:30PM Moon enters Pisces, Mercury opposite Pluto.

A day at the beach, in or on the water is wonderful. In fact, any spot in Nature can delight as Mercury forms a midday trine with Neptune. Art lovers will enjoy visiting a gallery, museum or outdoor performance venue. Writers, photographers and other inventive souls enjoy the morning’s free flowing stream of inspired ideas. The afternoon hours bring more tentative vibes. The Aquarius Moon conjuncts sober Saturn and tests unpredictable Uranus. Traffic could be delayed. A friend in need or an unforeseen complication may necessitate a change of plans. Staying patient and poised under pressure soothes worried minds. Respect what is but resist second-guessing the choices you’ve made. If you have the option of putting off a decision, do so. Moon in Aquarius, Mercury trine Neptune.

Emotions run at a fevered pitch on this Full Moon day. The morning hours see minds busily sorting out facts from fiction. The Capricorn Moon is at odds with mental Mercury while supported by Neptune. Dreams and fantasies have the greater likelihood of enduring the tests of time. New information is about to find the light of day. During the noon hour the Moon conjuncts all-seeing Pluto, then goes void of course. Be nice, especially while at lunch. Expect new revelations about abuses of power and other toxic situations. The potential for political change and personal healing is enormous. Even while void of course the waxing Moon propels life onward. Upon entering Aquarius around sundown Luna reaches the full phase. Watch her rise and know that those who have transgressed will soon face a karmic accounting for their actions. Moon in Capricorn v/c 12:34PM-8:12PM Moon enters Aquarius, Full “Buck” Moon in Aquarius 10:37PM.