PLANET TRACKER

Moon in Cancer

May 9, 2016 to May 11, 2016

You might be a little sensitive during this Moon. Unfortunately, everyone else is too. If you find yourself in deep water now, look to your intuition to get you out. The real issues are often hidden on Cancer Moon days, or dealt with sideways. People tend to circle the emotional wagons, reach for their antacids, and privately nurse their wounds. The collective unconscious is four years old and wants its mommy. Go ahead, seek nurture today. It’s like that children’s story where the baby bird, tumbled from its nest, quizzes all comers, “Are you my mother?” Only you’re looking for the World Mother. You’ll find her in a cozy place where you feel safe and loved; in a cup of tea, a mid-day retreat to your bed or a smile from a friend. Whether or not you have issues, it’s a good Moontime for sharpening your emotional intelligence. Distinguish foods that nourish (both real and symbolic) from those that bring heartburn.

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The Wisdom of Buddha

Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.

Your Ancient Symbol Card for the Week

The Hourglass

The Hourglass is a gentle reminder that time passes and with it goes opportunity. Every moment is a moment we cannot retrieve or relive, and there are no guarantees that what we put off today really can be done tomorrow. The Hourglass urges us to make every second of our lives as rich and fulfilling as we possibly can.

As a daily card, The Hourglass suggest you may be allowing opportunities to pass you by. If you’ve been procrastinating or putting too much of your precious time into activities with no lasting value to you, now is the time for you redirect your energies into actions that will enrich your life.

Your Witches Rune Reading for the Week

The Blank Rune

This is a rune of difficulty and negative influences will rule your life for a time, but as all difficulties are a learning experience it will lead to improved personal perspective and progress on your life’s path. Always consult the surrounding runes with this stone. If it lies with a positive stone, it indicates that the pain of this experience will lead to a beneficial change in circumstances

The Crossed Spears

The presence of the spear signifies arguments, negative events, and all manner of strife of an upsetting nature. However similar to the ‘Tower’ tarot card if next to a positive rune it could mean the end of an argument or quarrel. If with the rings it means the healing or renewal of a relationship. If there are military connections it could mean promotion. If illness is within the equation it means a speedy and successful recovery.

The Blank Rune

This is a rune of difficulty and negative influences will rule your life for a time, but as all difficulties are a learning experience it will lead to improved personal perspective and progress on your life’s path. Always consult the surrounding runes with this stone. If it lies with a positive stone, it indicates that the pain of this experience will lead to a beneficial change in circumstances

Your Rune Reading for the Week

The Past The Reappear
Fehu

Fehu is the Rune of prosperity, good luck and unbridled creative energies. Being associated with Frey, this Rune is also a powerful omen of fertility. Fehu is one of the three Mother Stones and should never be taken lightly.

The Present You Will Have to Deal With
Dagaz

Dagaz represents the fresh light of a new day. You are close to making a breakthrough. You have the will to change whatever you deem necessary. You may see the world with absolute clarity at this time.

A Glimpse into The Future
Kenaz

Kenaz foretells the coming of clarity and knowledge. It is time for you to grow by exchanging knowledge with others. Opportunities are upon you.

Get A Jump On Tomorrow…..

Your Horoscopes for Tuesday, May 10

Aries

You might take special pleasure in coming up with plans and workable solutions to problems today, dear Aries. Nevertheless, you prefer to oversee rather than to deal with some of the details, and the social side of working through a problem is of great appeal. This is a good day for relationships, particularly working ones. You might discover a new health program or wellness idea today, rediscover an old method that has become relevant once again, take interest in a new skill to learn, or possibly experience renewed interest in a work project. The bottom line is enthusiasm. You are motivated to make your daily life better. You are more able to look at a frustrating situation with optimism now, by taking a step back and seeing what it is that has been blocking you. Someone might pitch in or help you out with a practical matter today, boosting your feelings of security.

Taurus

Venus in your sign is forming some lovely aspects these days, dear Taurus, and today, Venus connects harmoniously with expansive Jupiter. Attention turns to your gracious qualities – people take note of you in positive ways now. Others are appreciating the very qualities you project naturally. It’s a time for basking to some degree, but for sharing as well. Opportunities for cooperation, loving and personal gestures, and shared happiness emerge today. You feel particularly friendly and sociable, and creative matters can blossom. It’s an indulgent time, and a time for sharing and opening yourself up to others. You might find that new avenues open up to you for exploring different ways of having fun or expressing yourself. You might discover an old hobby, passion, or love! With the emotional Moon in your communications sector all day, connecting with others is especially important.

Gemini

This may be a pleasant day, when the comforts of home, family, and possibly even some level of solitude are fully appreciated, dear Gemini. It’s a good time for casual entertaining at home, or for simply kicking back and enjoying quiet moments. Your manner is warm and hopeful today, and someone is likely to offer some help, or some friendly (and good) advice. It’s a potentially strong day for warmth with family and close loved ones. Bringing an open mind and heart into your close personal relationships can bring rewards. Good feelings in or about relationships can figure strongly now. There can be some tendency to indulge and possibly go over the top when it comes to spending, comfort foods, expressing affection, and pleasures, but this can also be a good time for learning more about yourself, your heart, and the people closest to you.

Cancer

This is a strong day for sharing your plans with someone and brainstorming to make them better, dear Cancer. Cooperative activities are favored. Creative endeavors can be productive as well. You may be thinking about how to monetize a hobby now, or might simply be deriving more pleasure from your pastimes and interests. You can enjoy good conversations and might hear something now that truly benefits you. You might be bringing a past project back to life. It’s a generally good day for feeling strong, motivated, and optimistic for the future. You are likely to be feeling especially generous and open, which attracts positive attention. Your appetite for pleasure is also very strong. The Moon is in your sign all day, increasing the chances that you’re in an indulgent mood!

Leo

There can be especially good feelings about a special someone today, dear Leo, and giving them the benefit of the doubt not only benefits them, but it warms your own insides. You are feeling generous today, and may very well make a bit of a show of gift-giving, or you might simply extend a hand and help someone out. It’s a strong time for feeling comfortable and enjoying your particular position in life. Honor uniqueness and freedom of spirit now – freedom and openness in relationships are favored most right now. Opportunities to make more money could emerge for some of you, and there can be some gems in past projects. Think big right now, and vow to take care of the details later, as the details may not yet be clear. It’s not the best of days for your budget, but indulging yourself a little may be exactly what you need at the moment. The Moon is in your privacy sector all day, and the need for some extra rest or time to reflect and digest recent events is highlighted.

Virgo

Your more philosophical side comes to the fore today, dear Virgo. This doesn’t necessarily mean that you’ll be offering your opinion on the ways of the universe, but it does mean that you are sharing a broader vision with others – your ability to take it as it comes and to forgive and forget is strong right now, and out there for everyone to see. It’s an excellent day for winning someone’s favor or trust. It’s also good for gifts, finances, and family matters. Others are finding you very interesting and magnetic. This can be a day of high hopes and much enthusiasm, and it’s a strong time for attracting others to you through your unique self-expression and vision. It’s also a good day to put a past grudge behind you.

Libra

There can be a pleasant feeling of being at peace with the past today, dear Libra, or at peace with the “darker” elements of yourself and others. This is not to say that you accept poor behavior, but that you are more accepting of the idea of taking the bad with the good and seeing flaws or imperfections as beautiful. Today is strong for feeling loved and for giving love. Warm energy surrounds you, and others tend to be cooperative and open-minded at the moment. There can be a strong focus on the past, emotions, and inner desires. Something can surface now, such as an unusual coincidence, that brings some joy to your life. There can be a healing process going on now. Putting your trust in someone can feel good and even invigorating. Charity, giving/donating anonymously, volunteering, and helping others without expectation of reward can be fulfilling.

Scorpio

A Venus-Jupiter connection today encourages cooperation and optimism, dear Scorpio. Treating a partner as a true equal – as a friend – is favored right now, and has great rewards. Someone might turn to you as a confidante, and their faith in you can brighten your day, as you only want to further prove that they are correct for doing so. Love is gracious right now, making it a strong time for gaining others’ faith. You can feel especially hopeful about friendships, partnerships, and your future in general. Others might extend kindnesses to you now, and some of you might reconnect with an old friend. Group activities and associations could be avenues for fulfilling your own goals. This may be a time for looking back to a past dream, goal, or plan and considering whether it may benefit from revival.

Sagittarius

Your work efforts and your ability to meet responsibilities outside of work as well are highlighted today, dear Sagittarius, and may very well get noticed. You are inclined to help someone out today, just for the sake of helping, and this is bound to feel good. It’s a strong time for offering your services, and can be excellent for love, romantic pleasures, and comfort as well. A sense of inner joy and peace can be with you, which quietly yet effectively boosts your personal magnetism. You may be putting your differences aside with someone you care about. You can be feeling quite optimistic about your career or social standing. Stronger conviction is with you if you find more meaning in what you are doing, and this is quite possible now. There could be treasures to be found in past projects that might be renewed, and there can be good progress on a project already under way.

Capricorn

This is a good day for creativity, communications, romance, and adventure, dear Capricorn. Your powers of attraction lie in your ability to rise above petty concerns and to see the bigger picture. It’s a strong time to accept and forgive, to let go of petty matters, and to renew a personal interest or studies. You can be feeling pleasantly ambitious and optimistic today. Freedom of movement is especially important to you right now, as any feeling of being tied to a particular place or routine can leave you feeling stifled. Relationships with others can be strengthened with the sharing of personal philosophies and beliefs, ideas, and interests. Relationships can be enhanced today with a spirit of generosity . Teaching and learning are favored, and writing and studying flow more naturally. Love and affection are both easier to give and receive.

Aquarius

You are coming to a broader perspective now, dear Aquarius, and as a result your emotions stabilize, allowing you to focus better on what truly matters. Your senses are heightened and you might feel inspired, particularly through your deeper connections, intimacy, family connections, and realizations about psychological matters. It’s a good time to research a topic further or open up about a tricky topic. It’s also a strong day for facing fears and breaking through taboos, letting go of resentment, and coming at past projects with new energy. You can experience a real sense of joy through intimacy with someone special, or honesty with yourself. Attracting support, if needed, comes naturally. For some, a loan or support could come through.

Pisces

Excellent energy is with you these days for learning more about the people around you, for partnering and negotiating, and for expressing yourself in new ways, dear Pisces. Today you might be feeling a sense of growth – the future is looking bright. People are appreciating you, so be sure to allow for opportunities to mingle. You might reach a new level of understanding with someone special. You can find much joy in feeling part of a partnership or close friendship. You are expressing real confidence and you have a strong desire to move forward – to forgive and forget. Your own attitude is helping you to attract positive attention, and reaching out to other can be especially rewarding. Freedom is important today – you are not interested in repeating the same old patterns or in being tied to lifeless routines.

If Today is Your Birthday: May 9

You are romantic and soulful, and yet determined and stubborn. At times moody, you often long for something more from your life. Others find you very appealing and attractive. You often go it alone when you don’t need to. You have strong feelings and intuition, and have a special affinity for music.

Famous people born today: Candice Bergen, Billy Joel, John Corbett, Grace Gummer, Chris Zylka, Rosario Dawson.

Your Birthday Year Forecast

With the Sun and Moon in a waxing semi-square at the time of your birthday this year, the period ahead is one of new initiatives and action. You possess quite a bit of energy, but you must be aware that emotions color much of what you do this year. It can be hard to be objective as a result.

This can be a year in which you experience important turning points, or you could begin new projects or goals that have a long-term impact on your life. There is the ability to see what you’ve accomplished with more maturity, and as a result, your ability to plan for the future is enhanced.

You have a lot to do this year – at times, you may feel like the pace of your life is running ahead of you. You can be especially productive, however, in all types of communications–writing, speaking, learning, teaching, and so forth.

You are likely to form new relationships or connections that further your spiritual growth, or to enhance existing relationships with a spirit of camaraderie. People in authority regard you favorably. Events take place in which you feel that you are moving forward and growing into a new phase of your life.

Pleasing circumstances surrounding your love life, finances, and creative pursuits are in store this year. You are more generous, and others return the favor. You might receive financial backing or special gifts in the period ahead. You seek a little more from your love life and you are likely to receive it. Some of you could fall in love this year, or existing relationships are enhanced. Adventure-seeking is a theme.

This is an excellent year in which to advance projects revolving around communications – writing, speaking, selling, and so forth. Your reputation may be enhanced through word of mouth. Making new contacts through learning and mental pursuits figures strongly as well.

There may be a project, idea, or person that demands much of your attention or occupies much of your thoughts. It’s a strong year for any project or studies that require concentrated effort. You are especially resourceful. You are willing to put in the effort and dedication to a mental interest or project. You are focused, detail-oriented, and may be perfectionistic.

It’s a good period in your life for taking necessary steps towards making yourself feel more secure and safe, and for family or domestic activities. This is also a period when you more readily support or defend others. Taking charge of nutrition, health, and domestic organization can be in strong focus and can be quite successful.

Watch for impatient or rebellious moves. There may be times when you miss opportunities because of pride or fear of being tied down.

Pluto begins a harmonious transit to your Sun towards the end of your birthday year, from March 2017, but will stay with you for some time and lead to important improvements in your life. You want your objectives to reflect what you’re really about, and you are likely to rid yourself of unsatisfying goals at this time in your life. Your ability to concentrate and focus helps you to achieve what you set out to do. A new project or goal begun this year has a good chance of being successful and long-lasting. Your sexual and physical activities tend to be more intense, passionate, and focused. It’s an excellent year in which to make a lifestyle change, as your ability to concentrate on what really matters to you is enhanced.

This is a year of new initiatives and fresh energy. It’s a strong period for friendship, communications, learning, and connecting and is excellent for seeking advanced training or for furthering your education. You may be making good contacts with others, particularly through career, shared interests, or schooling. Positive plans and lifestyle changes can be made at this time in your life.

2016 is a Number Five year for you. Ruled by Mercury. This is a year of exploration and freedom. It’s a time when exploration and reaching out to others brings opportunities. It’s a good time to advertise and sell. Surprises are in store, and the routine is broken. This is a year when exciting relationships can be formed, or, if you are already in a partnership, new life is breathed into the relationship. Advice – explore, look for adventure, keep your eyes open for opportunities, mingle.

2017 will be a Number Six year for you. Ruled by Venus. This is a year of relative contentment. It is a time when love is the easiest to attract, and partnerships formed under this vibration have a better chance for longevity. You are able to attract others, and material things as well, this year. This is a good year for establishing harmony in the family and in the home. Advice – develop existing relationships, be positive and receptive because these kinds of energies help you to attract what you desire.

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Weekly Astrology: May 9-15, 2016

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Your Daily Horoscopes for Monday, May 9th

Aries

Good energy is with you today for letting go of grudges and frustrations, dear Aries, and moving on. Don’t allow others to rent space in your mind if it’s unhealthy for you. Promoting peace and harmony is important now, and is mutually beneficial. This might also be a strong day for intuiting new ideas about how to handle your finances, although it’s also a time when you are especially attracted to beautiful and/or expensive objects. You might be dreaming of what you would do if you won a lottery, for example, but even though this isn’t the most practical of times, you can apply creativity and imagination to business and think up some fanciful ideas for success. New information about a past matter, or new thinking on an old problem, can emerge today, particularly on financial or business levels. This can be the start of a new direction, but for now, take note of ideas coming to you. You could be focusing on recycling old ideas or discovering that a particular attitude or project may no longer be motivating you. For some of you, there could be the discovery a lost item or even a forgotten possible source of income.

Taurus

Venus in your sign gives you a fabulous boost of romantic and personal appeal, dear Taurus. Neptune is enhancing this today, and you can have a special, gentle, and possibly a tad mysterious aura around you. Spiritual or compassionate companionship may figure strongly now. Enjoyment, pleasure, relaxation, and magnanimity are in focus now. You are more willing than usual to reach out with your heart to people around you. You might give a love or love interest extra attention today. As well, the Sun and retrograde Mercury align in your sign today, making it an important time to see recent decisions or plans in a new light. There is good energy with you for drawing upon the past for ideas and recycling them in improved ways going forward. While your communications have more impact than usual, don’t necessarily count on being fully understood just for now.

Gemini

This is a good day for compassionate understanding of matters that have previously frustrated you, dear Gemini, as it’s time to let go of anger so that you can move forward and live with yourself with more happiness. Career matters can be serendipitous, and drawing on past ideas can be successful. Love’s complications may be of the pleasant variety right now. This may be a nice day for creativity, but perhaps more so for envisioning something than producing in physical form. There can be new insight into an old problem today, and a lot of attention may be directed to past events and relationships. However, there is a turning point occurring now that sets you on a new path. You are coming to a new understanding of a past problem that allows you to move forward with less baggage. An important blank might be filled in through the events of today, and this helps you to see things with new eyes.

Cancer

Very good energy is with you today for social situations, understanding, and increased faith, dear Cancer. A pleasing aspect between the goddess of love, Venus, and dreamy Neptune highlights your friendship and adventure sectors, so you may want to take a chance on love and friendship with a kind gesture or expression. Imagination is heightened, and inspiration can be found through friends and experiences. Love cues are subtle but there for the finding. Challenging relationships could improve and happy ones may get better. Important thinking or conversations can occur today that give you new insight into recent events, decisions, or problems, particularly related to friends and relationships. For some, this can be about a significant plan or dream. The insight you gain now may be a little new or raw, but can eventually lead to new beginnings and attitudes. This may come as a result of a meeting with someone from your past for some of you.

Leo

Venus and Neptune combine in a pleasant way and affect not only your relationships, which Venus aspects tend to do, dear Leo, but also your business sense and professional appeal. There is an intuitive understanding of others’ feelings and moods, and this affects your dealings with them. There can be a visionary quality to your career or business efforts now. You can engage an audience, group, or important person. You may even mesmerize people on some level now. Keep in mind that the day’s energies favor small advances and subtle moves, rather than bold ones. Today and this week, new insight into your life path, direction, or career is significant. This is a time for seeing recent decisions, projects, and events in a new light, and having a stronger sense of what you want from life moving forward. Pay special attention to conversations or information coming in related to long-term goals, work, and responsibilities. While this is not yet the time for making sweeping decisions in this regard, it’s an important time for gaining a better understanding of your goals and for redefining your expectations to achieve them.

Virgo

Energies of the day favor slowing down and appreciating what you have, dear Virgo, while daydreaming about other possibilities as well. It’s a good time for connecting with people who benefit you romantically and/or spiritually. It’s also a strong time for intuiting how to manage your finances. Someone special may be looking on you quite favorably. The key now is to attract through gentleness and warmth, and you may naturally maintain some emotional distance or an air of mystery. Compassion and understanding are highlighted in your interactions. This is also an important time for putting old attitudes that no longer serve you well behind you. You can have new insights into recent decisions that serve to change your perspective in significant ways, particularly related to learning and exploratory pursuits. This can be the start of a new way of approaching your life.

Libra

Your ruler, Venus, and dreamy Neptune form a nice aspect today, dear Libra. Your natural powers of attraction are enhanced, and your more gentle, pleasing traits are highlighted. A warm, gentle, and attractive approach to the world is in order today, as this is what reaps the most rewards. Be subtle, and avoid drastic or overly bold moves just for now. It is certainly not the best time for attention to detail, but you are picking up on non-verbal cues that on other days may be overlooked. There may be new thinking on financial matters that is significant today, or you could gain a new perspective about recent decisions with money that steers you on an improved course. Intimate relationships might also be in focus, particularly as you examine the past and come up with a new perspective on it. This can set you on a brand new path that comes with an empowered attitude. Perhaps you’re seeing that you’ve been dwelling too much on a past relationship or problem and this has been unnecessarily weighing you down. You are now feeling the need to move past it and move on.

Scorpio

This can be a creative, romantic day, dear Scorpio. You are more intuitive about people and especially sensitive to their feelings. New relationships formed around now tend to have a very pleasing, almost mystical quality, while current relationships can improve as you notice things to appreciate about your lover that you may have previously overlooked. This is a good time for creating, writing, and making art or music; or, for the less artistically inclined, appreciating and enjoying imaginative art, theater, writing, and music. Not only is loving Venus in harmonious aspect to dreamy, romantic Neptune, both bodies are stimulating your relationship sectors. It’s a subtle energy, but decidedly positive and hopeful. A warm, gentle approach to others is favored, and in some way, rewarded. There can also be the beginning of new thinking on a relationship, or on partnerships and your needs for one-on-one relating in general. You have an uncommon ability to see the dysfunctional elements of the past and have a strong sense for what you are heading towards and want for the future. There can be significant thinking on a past relationship matter or a significant conversation with a partner.

Sagittarius

The day favors easy, gentle, and subtle energy, dear Sagittarius. Charm can be drawn upon to pursue your goals. Connections with others tend to be enhanced, and you may be feeling some form of psychic rapport or communication. Your social life can be warm and comforting today, and it’s a good time for promoting peace, and possibly beauty, in the work place. It’s also strong for pampering or beauty/wellness treatments. You might find that you take special pleasure in offering your help or services today. You can get a strong sense of what you want – and don’t want – from your work and daily routines, and thinking you do on the matter can be the start of a new modus operandi. This is a turning point of sorts, moving you from a state of indecision to increasing clarity.

Capricorn

This is a good day for communications of the non-verbal kind, dear Capricorn, so be sure to connect with people you care about personally, not only through devices. It’s also a good time for romantic expression. Your ability to soothe and heal through your communications can be emphasized. Your perceptions are heightened, and this allows you to understand others on a whole new level. It’s also a good time for coming up with new ideas in your career. Your romantic imagination is stimulated now, which can be expressed or applied through relationships or artistic creativity. Conversations and ideas today can be the start of brand new thinking along romantic or creative lines. You might be reconnecting with an old friend or lover that gets you thinking, or you could be seeing a past relationship in a new way.

Aquarius

Sympathy for the underdog or stronger compassion for people in your life can be moving today, dear Aquarius. You may play a supportive role to others. Some of you could be making a personal sacrifice of sorts for a loved one, and quite willingly so. Going the extra mile for someone can make you feel good. Today is strong for helping out family members, offering an ear, and for mending broken fences with others. Enjoy music, art, and creative pursuits. Life is slowing down today, in a good way, and this affords you the opportunity to take in and appreciate your life and the people in it. New light may be shed on a past matter from your childhood or related to home and family matters. In the coming weeks, you’ll discover what this means for you. Ideas resulting from the thinking and conversing you are doing now can have long-term significance.

Pisces

This is a fine day for feeling good about yourself and your relationships, dear Pisces. People are tuning in to, noticing, and appreciating the personality traits that you express effortlessly and naturally. Allow your sentimental and gentle nature to emerge – own it, appreciate it, and express it. You may feel inspired to help someone in need. Your words, and even your nonverbal communications, can be soothing, healing, and very attractive. New light may be shed on matters related to communications today and this week. You might re-discover an old interest or come to the conclusion that something you’ve been pursuing is no longer up your alley. This can be the beginning of new thinking on learning pursuits and projects. Ideas now can spark a long-term project. You are likely to see recent decisions in a new light.

Your Weekly Horoscopes for May 9th

General Horoscope

• Are you ready to enjoy what might be the brightest week for all of 2016 when it comes to love? If not, you’ll need to seriously reprioritize your world. Love planet Venus will make remarkable links to Neptune on May 9, Jupiter on May 10, and Pluto on May 13. This will signal inspirational, expansive, and transformative romantic potential for all. Yes!

  Aries Horoscope MAR 21 – APR 19

  Are you ready to enjoy what might be the brightest week for all of 2016 when it comes to love? If not, you’ll need to seriously reprioritize your world. Love planet Venus will make remarkable links to Neptune on May 9, Jupiter on May 10, and Pluto on May 13. This will signal inspirational, expansive, and transformative romantic potential for all. Yes!

  Taurus Horoscope APR 20 – MAY 20

  Congratulations! You’re the winner of the most amazing astrological potential for love. This week, you’ll feel on top of the world when it comes to your romantic relationship. There’s a good chance you and your sweetheart will become engaged or married and if so, your union will be extra blessed. Another possibility is that your sweetheart will give you an indulgent surprise that sweeps you off your feet.

   

   Gemini Horoscope MAY 21 – JUN 20

  One of your relatives might be planning a surprise for you and your sweetheart. If you notice any discreet whispering between members of your clan, don’t assume it’s negative. In fact, it’s probably going to benefit you immensely. For example, let’s say you recently got engaged. Your family might be planning a celebration party including lots of gifts. Whatever the details, when it comes to family and your love life, think happy thoughts!

  Cancer Horoscope JUN 21 – JUL 22

  There’s every indication that this week, a mutual aspiration you share with your partner can come to fruition. There’s likely to be material benefit to whatever this is, as well as a strong social connection as well. You might also throw the party of the year with your mate over the weekend — even if there is no specific occasion to celebrate. Friends will want to flock around you and your lover for some reason. You’ll happily oblige.

  Leo Horoscope JUL 23 – AUG 22

  This week, you have every reason to celebrate with your lover. Perhaps you’ll nab a shiny promotion at work or learn that you’ve gotten a very sweet raise. You might also win an award or special honor for the work you do in your field. Either way, you’ll want to paint the town red. You might treat your partner to a romantic dinner at an exclusive restaurant. Or, it’s possible that your sweetie will have indulgent congratulatory plans for you. Enjoy!

  Virgo Horoscope AUG 23 – SEP 22

  Your love life is on fire! As an Earth sign, you’ll especially benefit from this week’s gorgeous connections that Venus in Taurus makes to both Jupiter in your sign and Pluto, now in your romance sector. There are profound shifts between you and your lover happening that will provide true gratification. You’ll rest easy because they’ll add to your security. Opening up to your lover has never felt more natural.

  Libra Horoscope SEP 23 – OCT 22

  There’s amazing sensitivity in the air this week for you and your sweetheart to benefit from. You might nurture your spiritual connection early in the week by taking meditation classes together, or by choosing to explore tantric practices. Another possibility is that you’ll delve deeply into the psychic world by unraveling each other’s dreams and premonitions. Explore the unseen with your lover and the two of you will see more clearly than ever how connected you truly are.

   

   Scorpio Horoscope OCT 23 – NOV 21

  The depth of love your partner has for you will be obvious this week. Expect nothing less than clear demonstrations of adoration and appreciation from your partner, both physically and verbally. In fact, your mate will likely beam about you to friends and anyone else who’ll listen as you attend a happy event together such as a wedding or other celebration. He or she will soften your edges in the most delightful way. Embrace it.

   

   Sagittarius Horoscope NOV 22 – DEC 21

  An office romance might feel like the best thing that’s happened to you in quite some time. There’s every indication that, if you and a coworker explore any mutual chemistry, it’ll be a positive move. First of all, you’ll feel as if you share a true and deep connection. In addition, you’ll soon discover that you have an unusually strong level of support from coworkers and even higher-ups about this love connection. Nothing will stand in your way!

  Capricorn Horoscope DEC 22 – JAN 19

  Your romantic prospects are off the charts! Venus continues to move through your 5th House of Love, allowing you to easily meet someone new and open your heart. This week, she’ll make nothing but positive links in the sky. As a result, you’ve got the potential to make a spiritual and deeply transformative connection with someone new you meet. If you’re attached, you and your lover will feel closer than ever. There might even be baby news if that fits your plans.

   

  Aquarius Horoscope JAN 20 – FEB 18

  You and your lover will have an excellent opportunity to cover some old ground together and resolve issues you previously couldn’t agree on. Most likely, this will center on a domestic decision such as a move or renovation. Or, this might be a specific problem one of you have with a relative. Together, you’ll be open to new solutions that will create the kind of harmony you’re searching for. You’ll get there!

   

  Pisces Horoscope FEB 19 – MAR 20

  You and your partner might experience a lovely growth spurt in your relationship this week. It can be connected to how you communicate, since there’s a strong indication that you’ll see major improvements in this area. Even if dialogue hasn’t been a problem, you’ll still enjoy a positive boost. You might finally be able to flesh out a plan of action surrounding a mutual goal. You’ll be ready to go after what you want — together.

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Astrology of Today – May 9, 2016

Summary:

• The Moon is in Gemini until 1:23 PM.
• The Moon is void from 12:14 AM until 1:23 PM.
• The Moon is in Cancer from 1:23 PM forward (until Wednesday, May 11th, at 5:31 PM).
• The Moon is waxing and in its New Moon phase until 9:33 PM / the Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase from 9:33 PM.
• A New Moon occurred on the 6th, and a First Quarter Moon will occur on May 13th.
• Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from April 28-May 22).
• Mars is retrograde (Mars is retrograde from April 17-June 29).
• Jupiter stations as it turns direct today.

Weekly Forecast: May 1 – 14, 2016

a message from Kelly M. Beard

To view more of Kelly’s insight, please visit her website, Lunar Reflections

The Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity.  Take notice when it is a Personal planet (Sun / Moon / Mercury / Venus / Mars) interacting with a Social (Jupiter/Saturn) or Collective planet (Uranus / Neptune/Pluto).  And pay extremely close attention when it is a Social planet interacting with a Collective planet because that means something *big* is brewing that will move large groups of people along their evolutionary paths. Tuning in to the energy and rhythm of the planets can serve as a useful *guide* as you move along your Individual Path.  It also helps to understand your place within the context of the larger Social & Collective Story. Below, you will find out how these energies tend to manifest, as well as guidance and direction.

*NOTE*  There are some days when there are NO CONTACTS (besides the Moon), please note that there are no missing entries, we just list the actual Activations of each week + the day they happen.  

5/1 ~ Sun (core essential Self) ~sextile~ Neptune (vision & imagination):
This energy activates your ability to dissolve the ego (momentarily) and allow your SoulSelf to shine through! Your Spiritual center, base or practice comes up – how is it supporting you? If you’ve gotten away from your practice, this energy will make it easier to connect to your Spirit, your intuition and the vision for your life’s purpose, at this time. You may find where your contribution is most valued, when you step outside your Self and see how others’ needs are important. Find a need and fill it … in your own deliciously unique way, as you will be more giving & compassionate naturally, under this influence. Your physical energy may be low as a result of Neptune channeling the Sun’s Source Energy inwardly to re-charge your Spirit. Otherwise, it could be projections of all kinds, yours and other people’s as well. Best to spend some intentional solitude, preferably in nature if/when/where possible.

5/3 ~ Sun (Source & essential Self) ~trine~ Jupiter (expansion):
This is a blessing of Source energy fueling your biggest dreams & visions for your life, this lifetime. You are encouraged to take advantage of the good *vibe* available when these two get together to expand your life’s direction in a big way. This activation is often blessings from previous dedication. You’ve been moving in a certain direction, and it’s like the Path is wider & deeper now, allowing you to connect some huge pieces of your personal Story *together* in a new way. It’s great for learning & exploring anything that will support your forward movement. Some may use the good vibe to veg-out and relax, which for some, may be best. However, if you are stepping up to new levels of your own consciousness, this energy totally supports you as you integrate it all. It is an enthusiastic, optimistic energy that will open doors for you, depending on your attitude. It will allow you to see the big picture and the next necessary step toward your goals at this time.

5/7 ~ Sun (core essential Self) ~trine~ Pluto (purification & transformation):
This energy makes you want to get things done, by any means necessary and you may tend to come on a little strong – but it’s all good. The work you want to do, is work that needs to be done and in doing it and facing things head-on, you will gain insights about your Self that fortify your foundation so that your life can evolve to the next level organically. This intense and powerful energy is transformative in nature and will provoke you to think deeply about your life; what you need, desire and deserve. You may find that some aspects of your life need to be reformed or released – go for it – this energy makes reform and release easier than usual. It’s a good time to make an impression or an impact on others, but be sure to keep it on the Highest level possible. Any actions or statements used to manipulate others for selfish gain can/will backfire on you in a big way. This is a positive, uplifting, transformative energy – use it as such to clear the debris and create the life you were born to live.

5/9 ~ Venus (essence & natural beauty) ~sextile~ Neptune (consciousness & vision):
This energy connects your true values & priorities to the planet of dreams, mysticism & other dimensions (Neptune). You have an opportunity to gain some traction on making your vision tangible just by connecting to the essence you want to experience. Feel the feeling and that will lead to the physical manifestation later. This energy helps you believe in what is possible and supports any artistic expression or active practice (vision boards, affirmations etc) that helps you hone the actual vision. Steps and strategies are for other planets, Venus only cares about the essence of nature & love and Neptune is definitely not who you’d work with for ‘steps/strategies’ ; -) Tune in to the natural beauty around you and suspend any usual inner dialogue for a day or two (as soon as you can) so you can connect to some inspiration guided by your own Heart & Soul (from the inside-out).

5/9 ~ Mercury (ideas, thoughts & concepts) ~conjunct~ Sun (source & essential Self):
This energy will compel you to express yourself on many levels. Communication will be a focus, just make sure it is reciprocated. You will have access to some powerful energy that can (and probably will) make quite an impression on others (if you need to). This is a good time to travel if possible too. However, if not physically, than mentally and certainly within your own area because you will take in more information per square inch than usual. Pay attention! You may even gain the much deserved recognition from others that you have worked so hard for.

5/10 ~ Venus (socialize) ~trine~ Jupiter (optimism & travel):
This is usually a pleasant energy, although short lived. This is a good time to enjoy some kind of social activity. No pressure – just easy, laid-back fun. It can make you prone to laziness or excess, but only if you’re already prone to it. Otherwise, if you are typically busy and constantly on the go, this energy gives you permission to kick back a little and release the usual pressures to produce. Take some time out to “smell the roses” or at least reflect on all that you have accomplished and give your Self due credit for coming this far. This is a good time to travel, go on a vacation or take a short trip. This energy tends to bring forth earned blessings. Take a moment to give thanks to the powers that be which brought you to this point!

5/12 ~ Mercury (ideas, thoughts & concepts) ~trine~ Pluto (rebirth & transformation):       (1 of 2: 5/12 & 5/30)
This activation makes any deep delving within easier and more fruitful. It encourages you to ask the deeper questions, clarify your deeper feelings and trust your intuitive gut feelings that are telling you something has to die so some other aspect of your consciousness can live. You will want to explore your inner Self, sort through recently gathered information and try to understand better what your natural process really is. It is best to be alone for such research. Take a day or a weekend and grab your most powerful books & music and get somewhere beautiful if you can, if not, then your bedroom will do just as well – and dig deep! You are finally ready for the deeper truth, and you will be transformed by what you learn. If you must communicate with others, plan on that being deep as well, so best to talk to a trusted advisor or wise elder. Nothing superficial today. The only warning with this energy is not to become obsessive about one particular idea – and certainly don’t try to force any ideas on others. If you feel the deep need to focus on one particular thing, that is fine but try to keep some perspective or write down all your revelations so you can reflect on them at a later time when you can be more objective and prioritize better.

5/13 ~ Mercury (ideas, thoughts & concepts) ~conjunct~ Venus (values & priorities):
This energy encourages you to see the Divine Order or the unifying theme running through the events of your life ~ good, bad & indifferent as well as past, present & future. This is an initiation of new values around communication, self-expression and the value of your ideas. You may finally be able to express ideas that have been percolating in your head, some people say “I love you” at this time, or articulate their feelings in deeper, more expressive ways. It’s really *juicy* for your Inner Artist, this is the beginning of expressing your creative ideas in altogether new & different ways than ever before. Allow your Imagination to free-flow. Play with ideas with no attachment to outcome. Take advantage and explore all that this energy stirs within you, but don’t give in to over-thinking/processing things. These connections are richer, giving you access to deeper personal growth & development through a new understanding of how all the events of your life work together for good, ultimately. You can see the necessity of certain challenges and clearly see your own personal mastery thus far. Celebrate and choose to create some new thought patterns that integrate and reflect more beauty throughout your life.

5/13 ~ Venus (relationships & resources) ~trine~ Pluto (purification & transformation):
Anytime Pluto’s involved the intensity levels go up and you are able to hear/feel your SoulSelf more clearly than usual. Venus brings up that which is most important to you personally, your individual values & priorities, where your relationships & resources are concerned. This is an easy angle, making purification & transformation smoother than usual too. So, what are you ready to change? How have your values & priorities changed completely in the last year or so? Use this activation to deepen your connection with those you love most and allow the relationship to evolve to a totally new level. If you’re working on your relationship with money or self-worth specifically, this activation is a good time for prayer or ritual that supports positive change and your vision for the future. Pour any intense emotions or revelations into art of any medium or do a vision board, but give expression to the depths you recognize as coming to the surface of your consciousness.