Sorry I didn’t mean to end things the way I did, but I guess I wasn’t as rested as I thought I was. I sort of feel asleep and just now waking up. If it hadn’t been for Kiki poking me and nudging me I would still been snoozing.
Anyway, hopefully tomorrow will be a better day. Till then my dear sweet family have an evening full of magick and wonder,
Love ya,
Lady A
The Page of Swords
Youth if not in age then in spirit. Adept at diplomacy.
Ingwaz
Ingwaz signifies completion, success and fertility. Your present ambitions are about to be met. You are fecund in both mind and body.
The Axe Head
As an axe cutting toward the tree your actions have set into motion a course of events in this aspect of your life that you cannot escape. You will know soon if your aim was precise or reckless.
Your Daily Influences represent events and challenges the current day will present for you. They may represent opportunities you should be ready to seize. Or they may forewarn you of problems you may be able to avoid or lessen. Generally it is best to use them as tips to help you manage your day and nothing more.
Today’s Meaning:
This aspect of your life will be strongly influenced by a person who is generous, warm-hearted, creative, enthusiastic, broad-minded, expansive, faithful and loving. This person is most likely a relative.
General Description:
Fifth sign of the Zodiac, July 23rd to Aug. 23rd. Ruled by the Sun; correct metal, Gold. Those born under the influence of Leo were believed to be enthusiastic, high spirited, affable, generous, strong, quick tempered, artistic, inventive, generally successful and proverbially lucky. The Leo stones are the Peridot and Onyx, also Amber. The Peridot was in former times valued more than the Diamond. In Rome it was worn as a charm to drive away evil spirits, despondence and illusions. Peridot amulets enjoyed a great reputation in the Middle Ages for inspiring wisdom and eloquence. Many medicinal properties were attributed to Amber, and its supposed virtues are still relied on in the East.
Bamboo 5
Symbol: Lotus Flower
The Lotus Flower tile represents birth or rebirth. On a spiritual level it may indicate you are about to reach new heights in your understanding of your place in the cosmos. Physically it may suggest a child is coming, or a new project is about to emerge. The Lotus Flower tile also speaks of regeneration, and may indicate a time of recovery from hardship—a new beginning.
Badger is a ferocious opponent, unwilling to back down over any issue. Unfortunately, this unwavering stance leads some Badgers to their demise. If Badger has dug into your reading, he is asking whether you are fighting the right fight. Is this issue the hill you’re willing to die on, or are you fighting for no other reason than pure stubbornness? Think about it.
Past Influence whose impact on your life is waning.
The Beacon
The Beacon symbolizes both guidance to safe harbors and a warning of dangerous waters. The Beacon is represented by a lighthouse atop jagged rocks with its powerful light cutting a path that leads to an adjacent entrance to a calm harbor on a stormy night. The Beacon suggest that if you look for it, there is a general path for you to follow to reach a place of peace and harmony. However, The Beacon itself sets upon rough ground, so you must still step carefully as you follow it to quiet waters.
Present Influence whose impact on your life is very strong.
Ancestors
Ancestors represents the ongoing influence and remarkable contributions those who came before us have made to our state of being. Ancestors also reminds us that sometimes old wisdom is the best wisdom–especially when events are moving in ways we do not understand. Ancestors can bring comfort to a shaken spirit. It is a card of warmth in the sense that it reminds us that the spirit of past generations remains with us and can be called upon for guidance at any time.
Future influence whose impact on your life is growing and will be very strong in the future.
The Swan
The elegant Swan is an ideal symbol of beauty and grace. Its flowing curves and fluid movement give an ethereal air of perfection realized. The Swan’s beauty embodies the feminine (Yin) qualities of intuition and sensitivity. But The Swan does not begin life as a creature who appears to be the creation of divine inspiration. Indeed at birth The Swan is an ungainly creature that lacks any indications of the magnificent being it is destined to become. The Swan’s transformation from ordinary to extraordinary have made it an emblem of discovering the beauty and power of your true self.
The Unicorn indicates uniqueness and reminds us of the ability for magic we possess. Although gentle, the unicorn nonetheless is able to defend itself, not only through horn-to-horn face-off but also through swift flight or even by disappearing into a mystical mist. The unicorn also represents purity, strength, and for a mentor or a nurturing family member. When the Unicorn appears, extraordinary events are possible in the near future.
As a daily card The Unicorn indicates a short period in which amazing happenings are possible. The Unicorn also suggests that it is crucial to maintain a high ethical standard during this span, and to remember kindness begets kindness.
Today’s Witches Rune
The Wave
Keywords: Friends, family, travel.
Meanings: This rune symbolizes your friends and family and their influence upon you. Its meaning is usually derived from the other stones closest to it. This rune is also associated with travel. A journey abroad is indicated especially if the Sun rune is nearby, but a journey for someone close to you if the Moon stone is closest. If it is near to the Rings it foretells a holiday or long distance relationship.
The Moon represents those forces which remain largely hidden to us. The light of the moon provides some illumination down a path into the unknown, but not enough to brighten the landscape like The Sun, or cut through the dark shadows from which the unexpected may leap. However, The Moon is not without gifts we can use. She spurs our imagination and creativity. She can be a portal to knowledge and experience beyond the realm of our everyday lives. But Her offerings are not available to the feint of heart. To receive what The Moon offers one must have the courage to follow uncharted paths and the intelligence to find truths hidden in a bewildering setting rife with illusion. For those who can make this journey the reward may be finding the key to making their dreams come true
Your Rune For Today
Ansuz
Ansuz represents mankind’s spiritual connection to God and the universe. It is often referred to as the “God Rune.” This Rune embodies reason, truth and justice. It denotes the coming of knowledge and true counsel from a higher authority.
Additional information about Today’s Rune, Ansuz
The Tarot is full of symbolism, associations, and deeply rooted connections to our lives. In Astrology, Summer is associated with the Summer Solstice and the signs Cancer and Leo — but what Tarot cards are associated with this warm, sunny season?
There are actually three Tarot cards of the 78-card Tarot deck associated with Summer! Naturally, The Sun is one them. And the card associated with Cancer, The Chariot, is another. But did you know the real summer Tarot card is the Page of Wands?
In a Tarot deck, the whole suit of Wands (sometimes called Rods or Staffs) is associated with the element of Fire, and therefore connected to the summer season. The Wands Tarot cards are all about action, energy, and movement — things we all seem to have a little more of when the sun is out…
Each Minor Arcana suit has four Court cards — the Page, Knight, Queen and King. As the first of these Court cards, the Pages represent youth and new beginnings. Think of the Pages like the Cardinal signs of Astrology — the four zodiac signs that start the seasons. Each Page represents the ushering in of a new season too, and the Page of Wands is the card that brings us summer.
The Page of Wands is full of inspiration, adventure, and possibility. You could be blessed with wonderful opportunities in the summer months!
Let’s check out some other cards deeply connected to the summer season…
It would be impossible to look at The Sun Tarot card and NOT think of summer. Usually featuring a bright yellow sun, this card represents life, vitality, energy, and joy. Most Sun Tarot cards also depict one or more small children, signifying youth and beginnings, just like the Pages.
While The Chariot Tarot card doesn’t represent the entire summer season, it is very connected to the first month of summer! The Chariot is the Tarot card associated with the zodiac sign Cancer — the Cardinal, or first, sign of the summer season. While the Sun is in Cancer from June 21 (the Summer Solstice) to July 22, the tenacious and focused energy of The Chariot energy is strong.
The reading represent elements that favor you.
The Hierophant
The Hierophant represents the protector of a culture’s heritage and traditions. His purpose is to defend and teach the established ways and beliefs a group embraces. He is inherently conventional and a true believer in the power of the group. He loves the structure of the group and its values. It is the task of The Hierophant to bring new members into the group—to prepare the uninitiated to take their rightful place in his culture. In this sense he is very much like a teacher or a priest. He also acts as the repository of his group’s history. The Hierophant is certainly not one to buck proper authority. However, he is staunch and worthy defender of the tried and true. He represents the positive aspects of conformity.
When The Emperor is among your personal cards, the influence of The Hierophant may be increased. Having The Fool or The Lovers in your personal cards may diminish the influence of The Hierophant.
The Lovers
The Lovers indicates both the most powerful of unions and the most of challenging conflicts humans must face. On one side The Lover’s embodies love and union on a cosmic scale—a love so strong, so inherently good that it actually makes the lovers better, more than they really are. All of the elements are there for the perfect union. The Lovers represent all powerful unions in general, and the elements that create/sustain them. The problem The Lovers face is temptation and the decision to act morally or abandon their ethics to take advantage of other opportunities that would be defined as transgressions.
The Lovers’ influence is increased when The Empress is among your personal cards. Having The Hierophant or The Hermit in your personal cards may diminish the influence of the Lovers.
The Lovers indicates both the most powerful of unions and the most of challenging conflicts humans must face. On one side The Lovers’ embodies love and union on a cosmic scale—a love so strong, so inherently good that it actually makes the lovers better, more than they really are. All of the elements are there for the perfect union. The Lovers represent all powerful unions in general, and the elements that create/sustain them. The problem The Lovers face is temptation and the decision to act morally or abandon their ethics to take advantage of other opportunities that would be defined as transgressions.
Aries
Emotionally, you’re geared towards getting things done today, Aries, and one of the things you’re seeing clearly is that clutter and over-attachment can lead to waste. Today’s energies are powerful for breaking through negative attitudes and inhibitions. You are especially spirited and happy to take action if you know it’s going to improve your life. Making lifestyle changes is favored now. This can be a time of creative breakthroughs, romantic spirit, and a break from the past that frees your thinking and opens you to new opportunities. You could find new channels for enjoying and expressing yourself creatively or playfully. There can be a project that is published or released for some of you.
Taurus
This is one of the more creative days of the month, dear Taurus. Look for ways to break free from past addictions and hauntings, such as attachments to people or things that can no longer be a part of your life, as you’re receiving tremendous support from the cosmos to do so. Look for personal opportunities, particularly related to healing, mental health, emotional wellness, financial support, home, property, and family. There is a liberating energy involved with this influence, such that you feel freed from the past in some manner, and it feels good. There can be breakthroughs in a family relationship for some of you, or improved living conditions.
Gemini
This can be a wonderful day and week for meeting new people, friendships, involvement with groups or teams, and possibly even breaking free from a limiting, disruptive connection to somebody for some of you, dear Gemini. The theme is about a greater sense of freedom and fewer inhibitions. Teaming up, pursuing a pet cause, schooling, transportation, partnering, and travel are all favored now. Transportation and communications options can open for you, and this can lead to greater opportunities – even life-changing ones. Circumstances are such that you’re feeling more hopeful, positive, and optimistic.
Cancer
The Moon in your communications sector all day can stimulate your curiosity and inspire you to get moving, dear Cancer. A Jupiter-Uranus trine influences you today and this week and inspires increased confidence in your practical affairs, self-worth, and your long-term goals, especially professional or financial ones. Some of you could enjoy a release from restrictive circumstances, such as the end of a payment plan, an important sale or income increase, or a new position/business venture that gives you more freedom or independence. You are feeling positive and confident about your own value to others, and your talents. Look for distinct opportunities to improve your work, financial state, and reputation at this time.
Leo
This is an important time for enthusiasm, creative enterprise, self-expression, and letting go of inhibitions, dear Leo. Jupiter’s final trine to Uranus while in your sign occurs today, influencing your week and highlighting your unique and original offerings. There is a fresh quality to your work and to your personality now. There can be an important project that is published or released for some of you. You are exploring new ideas and approaches, learning exciting new things, and letting go of the more rigid elements of your personality. Look for opportunities related to creativity, travel, hobbies, pastimes, and personal image or confidence. You are your biggest selling point right now – your personality is shining. New ventures can be particularly successful. There can be circumstances occurring now that release you from restriction in some significant way, and breakthrough thinking. This can also be a strong time for romantic or creative partnership.
Virgo
The Moon is in your sign all day, bringing emotions to the surface. There can be a feeling of urgency when it comes to seeking out emotional satisfaction. Today brings a wonderful aspect to perfection involving Jupiter in your privacy zone and Uranus in your intimacy sector. This can point to breakthroughs when it comes to insight into your own psychology, an intimate relationship, or a support system. Some of you could experience a release from a private burden or a debilitating secret. It can be an excellent time for family relationships, domestic matters, and mental health or support. There can be circumstances occurring now that allow you to put a past matter that has had a strong hold on you in the past, behind you. Let in the positive energy now, and make room for new opportunities.
Libra
While the Moon in the sign behind yours all day can point to a need for quiet time today, dear Libra, a liberating influence is with you that affects your social life, and connecting with others can be especially beneficial now. This theme first began in September and is coming to an end now. You might have the opportunity to break out of limiting or restrictive circumstances. Social opportunities are stellar at this time. There can be an empowering, uplifting spirit of friendship, freedom, and acceptance with you, and this helps to attract opportunities into your life. It’s a good time for learning, partnering, communicating, networking, and negotiating. Some of you could meet a partner through a friend, team up with friends in order to accomplish something important to you, or enhancing a partnership with a stronger spirit of freedom and respect. Put the past behind you if it’s weighing you down in order to let in new opportunities.
Scorpio
This is a day that can be emotionally relieving or releasing, dear Scorpio. The Moon accents your need to connect with people and ideas that make you feel happy and accepted. A Jupiter-Uranus influence comes exact today and opens your eyes to new ways of taking care of the practical side of life that are empowering and freeing. Super energy is with you this week for career, work, health, income, and major life goals. Grab opportunities to advance, particularly those that free you from past restrictions and limitations. It’s a time for showing the world that you’re in charge of your own life. Thinking outside of the box works to your advantage. Progressive ideas are rewarded. Some of you could discover new ways to improve your health and well-being. There can be more joy in the work you do or the services you render. You could enjoy more cooperation with others, or support for your goals.
Sagittarius
Your ruler, Jupiter, forms an exact trine with Uranus today, dear Sagittarius, and you’re likely to be feeling especially free and spontaneous. This influence accents your more unique and original qualities, and stimulates your creative intelligence. People are hanging on your words and are generally supportive of your ideas. It’s a great influence for educational matters, travel, and transportation matters in general. In fact, you could be finding new and exciting channels for expressing yourself. This is an opportunity period for growth and improvement. It’s a strong time for connecting with others romantically and/or creatively, and for matters surrounding publishing, international business, education, travel, and sharing your experiences with others. Promotional efforts are well starred. People may be introducing you to new ideas and beliefs that inspire you. For some, romance is exciting now, and for others, personal enjoyment is in strong focus.
Capricorn
This is a strong day for feeling freer, more connected, and emotionally ready to make lifestyle improvements, dear Capricorn. Opportunities for putting limiting living conditions or attitudes behind you can arise now. It’s a good week for securing the support, financial or otherwise, that you need. Loans, profits, home, family, and real estate are areas of improvement and opportunity. Getting rid of emotional baggage can be in focus. You could be moved to release a secret, and for some, an old problem is resolved now, and you can feel as if a large weight is lifted from your shoulders. Family and intimate relationships can improve by leaps and bounds as you discover new and improved ways of relating and interacting. This is a time for ridding yourself of old patterns that are no longer working in your favor, and adopting unique, unusual, and progressive methods.
Aquarius
A wonderful, liberating influence is with you today, dear Aquarius, involving your electric, original planetary ruler, Uranus, and freedom-loving Jupiter. This harmonious influence helps you to rid yourself of limiting attitudes, problems, or situations that have been holding you back from expressing yourself freely. It’s also a strong influence for improving and enhancing relationships. Look for opportunities in the areas of partnerships, friendships, communications, income from business or work, and networking. It’s a time for focusing on self-improvement and for taking steps towards a much improved lifestyle. Transportation and/or communications channels can open up for you now, and these can bring opportunities that have long-lasting effects. You can be especially inventive, picking up information that others overlook. New opportunities to communicate open up to you. Others especially respect your intelligence, ideas, and insight.
Pisces
A powerful, uplifting influence is with you now that brings opportunities for improvement into your life, dear Pisces, particularly in the areas of income, finances, work, health, career, and daily routines. There can be new ways of doing old things, or new projects altogether that excite and inspire you. You could be feeling especially happy with what you’re doing, your work, or the expert way you deal with your daily affairs. This influence can come as a breakthrough, a new way to manage health problems, a windfall, freedom from an expense, or a happier work environment – it can be any number of things depending on your life’s circumstances, but it’s likely to be an energy that frees you from limiting conditions and encourages a stronger feeling of happiness and wellness. Getting rid of clutter, either physical or emotional (or both), can be empowering now.
While you come across as slightly detached due to a refined, sociable demeanor, you are in fact quite sensitive, warm, spiritual, and loving. You also tend to worry quite a bit, and ideally this trait lessens as you age. You tend to thrive in a partnership, but you could often give more than you receive. Creative and imaginative, you are also very broad-minded and although you are intensely curious about people, you are rarely petty. Famous people born today: Jean-Paul Sartre, Juliette Lewis, Ray Davies, Prince William, Michael Gross, Meredith Baxter.
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Aries
Recent weeks have been busier than usual for you, dear Aries. Today, the Sun enters your family and home sector, stimulating a stronger need to get back in touch with family and activities revolving around the home. This month-long cycle is good for reconnecting with a deep need for inner peace and comfort, enjoying quieter and perhaps emotionally safer activities, and for collecting your thoughts and centering yourself. Today’s energies are a little up and down. There can be good and even nurturing conversations with friends, but romantic or creative matters can have you sitting on a fence not knowing your next move. A certain self-consciousness may be with you on these lines. Pay attention to the fears and emotions that surface today, as you can learn a lot about what might be holding you back. Tonight, you can be feeling considerably freer. Tonight and tomorrow can bring breakthrough thinking.
Taurus
Today you enter a month-long cycle that puts a spotlight on movement, ideas, communications, and learning, dear Taurus. This cycle can put you into more frequent contact with others, bring extra activities into your world, and keep you on your toes. You can be doing quite a bit of multi-tasking, and focus is not your strong suit at this time. On the other hand, this can be a great period for introducing more variety into your life and for learning new things. It can also get you out and about more often, and this can help satisfy your curiosity. Today, even if you feel that you’re in an uncomfortable position or confronted with difficult choices, try to stay centered and avoid falling back into tired and old behaviors of relating. Tonight and tomorrow are about freeing yourself from attitudes that limit you or that keep you from following your heart. Think in terms of letting go of the negative and embracing the positive.
Gemini
The Sun moves out of your sign today, dear Gemini, and begins a month-long cycle influencing your sector of values, finances, comfort matters, personal possessions, and self-worth. You take more pride in your personal resources and ability to build and manage your life. It’s a good cycle in which to discover what it is you truly value. As well, you can get in touch with how you feel about your own worth and talents and how this affects your life in general and your earning power. Focus more on what you have than what you want, and you’ll be in great shape this month. Decisions can be a little tough today, particularly if you are reminded of difficult situations in your past, but consider that you may be missing opportunities to make better memories if you are holding on to resentment. Later today and tomorrow, there is strong energy for feeling freer, more liberated, and positive about the future. Keep your eyes open for social, learning, and sharing opportunities.
Cancer
The month ahead is a personally powerful time, dear Cancer, with the Sun moving into your sign. It’s time to let your personality shine. There is a stronger desire to start fresh, and you’re afforded the opportunities to do so in the weeks ahead. Others are noticing you more than usual, as your personal presence increased. You’re making a strong statement whether you intend to or not, so make it a good one! This can be a time when an update to your appearance or a new and improved manner/attitude can help you to feel more confident. Today, there can be some tendency to stay on the fence about a matter, perhaps because you sense that it may not be as wonderful as promised, or because you are uncertain of whether your perceptions are objective enough to really hold weight. Love is complicated, but feelings that emerge can illuminate insecurities so that you can learn how to better manage them. Tonight and tomorrow, look for opportunities to grow, improve, and expand. Think in progressive ways, and put your fear of change behind you as you do.
Leo
A month-long cycle begins today as the Sun enters your solar twelfth house, dear Leo. During this period, you can experience a greater need for a break from competitive energies or demanding situations. You are drawn to restful, relaxing, and healing activities. While you are coming across as approachable these days with Venus in your sign, part of you requires periods devoted to reflection on, or processing of, the activities of the last year. You are certainly more noticeable now with Venus in your sign and the Moon there for the first half of the day, emphasizing your more yielding and attractive qualities. While there can be unusual or uncomfortable feelings today, possibly due to a reminder of a past disappointment or loss, as the day advances, there is powerful energy for a strong sense of moving forward.
Virgo
With the Sun’s move into your sector of friendships, dreams, and wishes today, the month ahead brings more sociable, experimental, and hopeful energy into your life, dear Virgo. You take more pride than usual in your friendships, connections, community involvement, or aspirations, and associates or friends may look to you for direction. Sharing ideals or visions with others gives you a boost, and you get more satisfaction than usual when your actions impact others in a positive way. Today, you may be doing some looking back and processing of recent events, and while this is appropriate now, it’s important not to overthink things. Emotions can bubble to the surface at unusual moments, but if you pay attention to the cues, you can learn a tremendous amount about what is truly behind your fears and insecurities, particularly about a relationship. Remember that anger is a defense mechanism that divorces you temporarily from feeling hurt, but allowing yourself to feel the hurt can lead to a wonderful feeling of release and freedom. Tonight and tomorrow, look for ways to free yourself from unnecessary worry or attachments to the past that are holding you back.
Libra
Professional and public matters can be in stronger focus in the coming month, dear Libra, with the Sun entering your reputation and career sector today. You are taking more pride in your performance, the work you do, or the responsibilities you fulfill. As a result, your motivation to succeed can strengthen. Others are definitely noticing your work or your accomplishments, so it’s wise to draw upon your more responsible, competent side. If you’ve done your homework, a promotion or some kind of pat on the back can be incoming during this cycle. Today, there can be some pressure, possibly by family or with domestic matters, and involving friends or groups. Choices today can be challenging, and you may feel that you’d rather not make any! You can get closer to someone today by backing off and allowing them space, even if it doesn’t feel entirely comfortable doing so. Later today and tomorrow, fight self-doubt and put yourself out there, pushing past your fears.
Scorpio
Today’s movement of the Sun into your adventure and expansion sector begins a month-long cycle in which you seek out wonderful ways to feel and be free, dear Scorpio. This cycle can bring wonderful energy into your life, especially if you are open to acting upon your bigger need for adventure. The usual routines don’t seem to cut it for you now, although you do of course recognize their value. You may be looking at daily problems in new, more inspired ways, and solving them quickly. Seeing the big picture helps to free you from taking petty annoyances too seriously. Today, there can be some awkwardness, particularly in conversations that end up revealing too much. Try not to come across in a sarcastic or negative manner, which can hurt your case. Tonight and tomorrow, good energy is with you for freeing yourself from burdens. Look for ways to improve your daily life, your work, and your reputation.
Sagittarius
With the Sun moving into your solar eighth house today for a month-long visit, dear Sagittarius, the coming weeks can put the spotlight on your ability to share and blend with a partner, or to better understand yourself as you face the need to improve, change, and transform. There can be a focus on financial matters and resources that are shared with a partner or that come from other sources than your personal income. A deeper, more passionate attitude towards life emerges. Your attitude swings towards “all or nothing” when it comes to relating, as more intimacy is desired. You can be especially attracted to challenges that take you out of your comfort zone. Today, there may be a lot of blanks to fill in, and no clear way of doing so, particularly related to money and relationships. Pleasant surprises are likely to be in store for you later today and into tomorrow, however, especially if you’re willing to let a bad attitude or circumstance go. Your ruler, Jupiter, is moving towards a happy aspect with Uranus, and you’re encouraged to reach out, connect, and release some of your inhibitions.
Capricorn
The day brings a new solar cycle, dear Capricorn, that puts the spotlight on your one-to-one relationships, whether personal or business or both. This month-long cycle stimulates the need for others, enhances your approachability, and helps bring back a healthy sense of balance in your life. Energetically speaking, you may not be at your personal best. On a social level, however, your increased ability to compromise and negotiate brings rewards. You stand to learn a lot through your relationships now and this month. Even so, relationships are not especially straightforward today. While you need to make some changes, avoid obsessive thinking that only serves to take you in a mental and emotional circle. Decisions are hard to make right now, but once made, a sense of relief can arrive. Focus on moving forward, and the best possible way to do so. An approaching Jupiter-Uranus aspect is helping you tremendously on this level, so look for ways to detach yourself from attitudes or situations that drag you down.
Aquarius
The Sun moves into your work and health sector today, dear Aquarius, where it will stay until July 22nd. This is an important time for improving or beginning new routines that focus on getting yourself into better form. New information or circumstances can arise that motivate you to lead a healthier, more organized, and more productive life. It’s an excellent month for lifestyle changes. You might also be taking more pride in your work, and this can stimulate you to update your skills, reorganize your workspace, and become more efficient all around. Today, some adjustments may need to be made in a relationship, or there can be a reminder of a past difficulty or hurt that prompts you to make a change. Tonight and tomorrow, your ruler, Uranus, forms a wonderful aspect with expansive, jovial Jupiter, making it a great time to look for ways to free your mind, connect with people who inspire you, and share your ideas and visions more freely.
Pisces
A month-long cycle beginning today puts the spotlight on creative self-expression, pleasure, entertainment, and romance, dear Pisces. The month ahead is strong for pursuing a pet hobby or starting a new one, enjoying creative interests and finding new avenues for expressing yourself, and letting your inner child out to play. A more spontaneous, playful, and affectionate approach to your life is natural now, and can attract others. Today is good for ideas revolving around family, emotional attachments, and home matters. However, there can be some frustrating elements on the job. There can be too many demands from friends or employers on your time. You could be feeling used or underappreciated at the moment, so it’s important to look for and then focus on ways that you can empower yourself instead of dwelling on the negative feelings. Tonight and tomorrow, there is brilliant energy for releasing frustrations and focusing on improvements.
This summer starts off with a heavy dose of passionate sunshine but just when you think you’re home free things may start to take a turn. Venus, the planet of love and relationships, is due for her retrograde phase and it’ll take place between July 25 and September 6. As a result, for most of the summer it’ll be more about learning lessons in love than enjoying hot and heavy endless summer nights. Try not to see this as a total downer though. In fact, there will be a golden opportunity to take stock of where you are along your personal romantic journey and appreciate it in a whole new light. Try not to focus exclusively on how far you have yet to travel, but also acknowledge how far you’ve come. And with Venus retrograde in Leo remember the ultimate lesson she is trying to teach all of us: self-love. Read more about what this summer has in store for your love potential by checking out your sign’s forecast!
You, more than any other sign, will likely look back at this summer and realize pivotal developments occurred in your love life — the kind that changes the landscape of it forever. Everything looks as happy as can be as the summer kicks off. Both Venus and Jupiter — the two benefic planets — will move together through your 5th House of True Love and Pleasure. Jupiter leaves on August 11 but Venus will hang around for quite some time. Pay attention to events near June 29 when Venus connects perfectly to Uranus, now in your sign. A happy, unexpected development in love can take you to new heights.
Things begin to turn on June 14 however when Venus squares off with Saturn. Perhaps you’re struggling in a romantic relationship that you prefer to keep lighthearted and fun, while your lover wants something deeper. Suddenly the party appears to be over and the two of you will need to figure out if this is a summer fling or something more substantial.
No matter what’s happening in your love life, you’ll have plenty of time to figure things out once Venus moves retrograde back into your 5th house on July 31. Until September 6, you will be forced to re-assess your love life situation as well as your capacity to give love to someone. If opening your heart has been difficult this retrograde, it will hurt just enough to challenge you to overcome what is holding you back the most in the love department. Ready or not, here it comes. Are you strong enough to love with all you’ve got? The Universe thinks so. Mars will be moving into Leo and your 5th house between August 8 and September 24, giving you the heart of a warrior.
On July 18, love planet Venus will be making a short appearance in your true love sector. You might be convinced a grand romance is about to get off the ground but the truth is, there’s not enough steam to get anything moving in the direction you’d like. The problem is that Venus will enter your romance sector and immediately begin slowing down, preparing to turn retrograde on July 25. Although it seems as if you have some type of action potential in the romance department, you may quickly realize that your attention needs to remain focused on a domestic situation. A relative might need your support as he or she struggles to resolve a problem that you thought was resolved. This situation will likely take up so much energy that until Venus turns direct on September 6, matters of the heart will not be a priority at all.
Don’t worry about your summer turning into a major dud as far as romance goes. See this instead as a vital cycle you need to go through to fix a major family situation once and for all so that after September 6, you can once again focus on your love life. The opportunity won’t be lost — and you’ll see this for yourself after September 13 when a gorgeous Solar Eclipse lights up your true love sector. By then, lucky Jupiter will also be in the same part of your chart (he enters your 5th house on August 11 and you just might experience the greatest love of your life!
This summer will have some bright spots as well as potentially cloudy weather when it comes to romance. The good news is that from the start of the summer until July 18, Venus will move direct in your 3rd House of Communication. You’ll have a gorgeous opportunity to get to know someone special through stimulating conversations that last until the wee hours of the morning.
The problem is that Venus, which rules your true love sector, will turn retrograde on July 25 and will not turn direct until September 6. This is like throwing a wet blanket over the flames of fire that any summer romance has to offer. You might have trouble making up your mind when it comes to any important decision you and your partner must make together. If you’re talking about deepening the relationship or making any kind of commitment on paper, this will be a time of heavy revisions and second guessing. Do your best not to make final decisions on anything that involves you and your sweetie signing contracts together.
Then, from September 17 until early fall, Mercury will turn retrograde right in your true love sector. You might end up communicating with an ex and wondering whether or not the two of you should give things a second chance. This will also make it difficult for you and your partner to agree on a vital decision that involves one of your children if you have any together. Perhaps the best course of action for you this summer is to go with the flow. When it comes to love, take things as they are and live in the moment. But don’t ignore the lessons.
For the better part of the summer you’ll feel sexier than ever! On June 24 until August 8, Mars, the planet of assertive energy and the planet ruling libido, will move through your sign. This is a once in two year event, so don’t waste its amazing potential. For starters, anything you initiate during this time will likely succeed since you’ll have unparalleled stamina and confidence. Your sexual energy will be high and it’s likely that you’ll put out vibes to someone you’re attracted to without even realizing it. The good news is that it’ll be almost impossible to resist you during this time. So if there’s someone you have your eye on go ahead and make that first move!
There are two “ouch” days when it comes to love that you’ll want to make note of. This will be especially difficult if you’re single or newly dating someone. On July 14 and again on August 4, Venus will square off with Saturn. Loneliness or disappointment in matters of the heart are possible.
If you’re in a committed relationship, pay attention to events that happen near the Full Moon on July 1. It’ll fall in your partnership sector and things between you and your mate are likely to be extra emotionally charged. If you and your love are at a breaking point as a couple this might be a time you decide to spend time apart in order to think things through. Or, you may end the relationship altogether. Either way, this Full Moon signals a vital turning point between you and your partner.
Fortunately, a New Moon in your sign on July 15 will help infuse you with even more optimism for a brighter tomorrow. If you and your partner have decided to stick it out, this lunation will help clean the slate and allow you to begin anew in life and love. Yes!
Make the most of early summer Leo because the Universe has a major lesson in store for you when it comes to matters of the heart. But first, the good news. Until July 18, love planet Venus will continue moving direct in your sign making you the “fairest of them all.” Your magnetism will be irresistible and you may also decide that it’s time to spruce up your appearance. Go ahead — use this time to strut your stuff and get noticed!
Once July 31 hits, everything takes on a different tone. Venus will have gone retrograde and on this day she’ll backpedal into your sign again, where she will remain in retrograde motion until September 6. During this time, you might second guess everything you thought you knew as it relates to partnership and romantic matters. You might have a major lesson that involves learning more about what you have to offer a person in a relationship that isn’t so much on the outside but rather, within.
If you’re trying to buy love, that tactic will likely blow up in your face now, leaving you struggling with feelings of worthlessness. You’re meant to learn that you are good enough to love and be loved without all of the fanfare, bells and whistles. This may not be an easy lesson but if you’re able to work through it you might find on the other side an opportunity for true, meaningful love. Mars enters your sign on August 8 and remains there until September 24, giving you the courage to pursue love in a way you might have been too afraid to in the past.
Are you struggling with a romantic relationship that, for one reason or another, you feel must be kept under wraps? If you’re involved in a secret affair or, if you’re pining away for someone you know you can’t truly be with, then this summer has a few lessons in store. On July 25, love planet Venus turns retrograde in your sign and on July 31, she’ll slide back into Leo and your 12th House of “All That’s Hidden.” Until September 6, you might have a bit of soul searching to do connected to a romantic relationship that’s either unhealthy to be in or more of a fantasy than reality. If you’re caught up in a situation like this, it’s time to ask yourself why you think it’s good enough for you. Don’t you deserve a relationship that has substance? A relationship that you can shout out to the world you’re actually in?
Perhaps there’s a deeper issue at work that you’ll need to muddle through. Maybe, your fear of love and of being hurt in love is so overwhelming that you put yourself in a position where you are always loving someone from a safe enough distance, thinking you’re protecting your heart. You’re only fooling yourself if you think that’s the case and this summer, you’ll need to face these issues head on. The good news is that a Solar Eclipse in Virgo on September 13 will be your personal fresh start in all areas — including relationships.
The summer will kick off with plenty of thrilling potential for romance and pleasure! Social opportunities will be abundant. If you’re single, you’ll have an excellent chance to meet someone special at a party, or other fun event. Pay attention to June 29 for sparks to fly if you’re in a relationship. On that day, love planet Venus will be at a gorgeous angle to the electrifying Uranus. Make the most of this stimulating aspect and dare to do something with your partner that takes both of you out of your comfort zone.
Until July 18, you’ll enjoy opportunities to make a romantic connection with someone through your social life. Pay close attention to developments on July 1, when Venus and Jupiter embrace. A friend may offer to set you up with someone and it’s also possible that you’ll entertain the prospect of going from friends to lovers with a close pal. If you do make a move in this direction however, expect some re-adjustments between July 31 and September 6 when Venus moves retrograde through your friendship sector. Another possibility, is that one of your friends will meddle with your love life so much that it threatens to damage it. If a situation like this arises you might end up breaking up with your friend.
Mercury will also retrograde in your sign as the summer draws to a close. After September 17, be especially careful how you communicate to your partner. Messages can easily be misconstrued.
With Saturn moving through the final degrees of your sign until September 17, getting things right in the relationship department has a certain sense of urgency. You know that time is running out and if things have been rocky between you and your partner, something must change this summer or else the relationship may no longer be salvageable. A specific problem that you might have with your mate, is feeling a lack of support as you pursue a professional goal or re-evaluate your career prospects entirely. He or she might not be doing much to boost your ego during a time when it may be quite fragile. Insecurities about your future career path might prompt you to put up higher walls — walls that only frustrate your partner even more. Decisions need to happen near July 14 and again on August 5 when Venus squares off with Saturn. You might be in a position where you have to deal with something professionally out of financial necessity. Resentment in your relationship may continue to build throughout the summer if you aren’t able to take a step back and untangle the knot that somehow complicated your love life.
If single, a Full Moon on August 29 might bring feelings for someone special to a new level of awareness. It’s possible that a romance could blossom once you acknowledge your spiritual connection with this person.
From June 24 until August 8 you may feel a strong urge to go deeper in your relationship — both physically and psychologically. You and your partner might have a great connection but intimacy is a delicate process that continues to unfold over time. This summer, it’s likely that you will make it a priority to go where you have not dared go before. This might also have to do with a drive to explore a more taboo or erotic side of your sexuality with your partner. If you’ve feared doing this in the past, thinking it would scare off your mate, now you may change your mind. One thing is certain — your sex life will have a significant opportunity for enrichment!
Pay attention to romantic opportunity on June 29 and again on August 19. If single, it’s possible that someone who is not your usual type will completely enthrall you. Also, on July 1, a delicious love connection is possible as you embark on a new adventure that will expand your horizons. If you miss the boat on July 1, you’ll have another opportunity on August 4. After September 17, don’t bother talking to your friends about your love life. They might only offer unwanted, confusing advice.
If you’re married or in a committed relationship, things are about to heat up this summer! On June 24 and until August 8, Mars will move through your partnership sector. This event only happens once every two years and during this time you’ll be motivated to spice things up in your love life. There’s a good chance that you’ll stir the pot more and initiate arguments. It’s also possible that you’ll come across as more selfish during this time which may infuriate your partner. Still, the good news is that if there’s anything you and your partner need to work through it will not be swept under the rug. And the makeup sex? Off the charts! A New Moon in the same part of your chart on July 15 will stimulate a fresh start in your relationship. Or, if you’re dating someone, it’s possible you’ll decide to make it exclusive.
On July 8, you’ll have a rare and incredible capacity to be on the same page spiritually, intellectually and physically with your mate. Don’t waste it! Pay close attention to Venus as she retrogrades through your 8th House of Joint Finances between July 31 and September 6. It’s possible that you and your partner will have to re-evaluate money matters that have to do with sharing resources, debt or investments. Don’t make new investments together during this time and if you’re newly dating someone wait until this phase is over before you make the decision to move in together or start sharing bills.
It’s time to seriously re-evaluate where you are in your marriage or committed relationship and to patch up any holes there might be in your union. Also, if you’re dating someone you might have second thoughts (or cold feet) about whether or not you should commit. Love planet Venus will turn retrograde on July 25 and between July 31 and September 6, she’ll move retrograde in your 7th House of Partnership. This is a significant opportunity to figure out whether or not you’re going through the motions in a relationship or if you’re truly connected with your mate on a heart level.
It’s possible that you’ll experience a test during this time that leaves you wondering just how strong your bond is. The thing to remember, is that if the two of you truly have love and mutual respect for one another you will not only get through this time, but you will come out of it stronger than ever. Remember, you’ll also have Jupiter continuing to help ameliorate any potential difficulties in this area of your life — and that is true until August 11. Use this to your advantage. You’ll have both of the lucky planets in the zodiac supporting your relationship potential! Even if Venus is retrograde it doesn’t have to symbolize trouble. It may actually symbolize the resolution of a situation that the two of you didn’t know how to fix in the past. August 14 is a gorgeous new beginning for you in your relationship. Also, be sure to take advantage of Venus and Jupiter embracing in your partnership sector on July 1 and again on August 4. Love can and will conquer all!
This will most certainly be an eventful summer for you when it comes to love and relationships. First, whether you’re single or attached, get ready for passion! Mars, the planet of assertiveness, will enter your 5th House of Romance and Pleasure on June 24. He remains there until August 8 and during this time your number one priority will be having FUN! Your sex life will become much more eventful. If you’re partnered up, expect to have much more fun in bed. If single, there will be no shortage of opportunity to “get your groove back.” A New Moon in your true love sector on July 15 might bring someone special into your life if you are currently unattached. Make the most of social opportunities!
The major headline news for you however, will happen on August 11. That’s when Jupiter, the planet of gifts and blessings, will enter your 7th House of Partnership for the first time in twelve years! For the next year, you will enjoy a special dose of protection and happiness potential in your relationship. If things are already going well between you and your partner you can expect them to get even better. You might decide to move in with someone, get engaged or even marry under this influence. If, however, you’re not in a good place in your relationship, this transit won’t heal what is already broken. On a positive note, if a relationship ends during this time it will most likely end peacefully. Pay attention to the Solar Eclipse in your 7th house on September 13. A whole new world might open up for you in your relationship. Wow!
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Lucky breaks, confused thoughts, and an ability to fight for your family in a way no one wants to mess with. Yep, that’s what’s in store this week. Read all about it!
On Monday Jupiter, the planet of gifts and expansion, will be at a gorgeous trine to Uranus, the planet of sudden change. Since Jupiter is linking up in such a happy way to Uranus you can anticipate a positive boost of luck in your life. Whatever the details of your personal situation are, this lucky break will appear to come out of nowhere and in an instant. Savor it!
On Tuesday, it’ll be one of those days when you might want to pretend you have laryngitis. Mercury will be square Neptune, confusing thoughts and prompting you to fumble a lot more with your words. Since your mind may be cloudier than usual, it’s not recommended that you sign contracts or make a vital decision on this day. Mercury connected to Neptune is far better suited for activities that require your imagination — or to simply check out in fantasyland.
On Wednesday Mars will enter Cancer, the sign of home and hearth. Mars is the planet of war and assertive drive, and now he’ll be in a watery, emotional sign he’s not exactly comfy in. The good news of Mars in Cancer is that you’ll feel motivated to connect more with your clan and to work on any home-related repairs. The not-so-good news is that your fighting instinct won’t have a direct route, and as a result passive-aggressive behavior might run rampant. Do your best to keep it in check and if you see it from others, call them out on it.
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