Get A Jump On Tomorrow….

Your Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, April 13th

Aries

With the Moon in your home and family zone all day, dear Aries, you’re emotionally oriented towards wanting to relax, unwind, and seek out some comfort and peace. However, these needs may be in conflict, however, with your larger goals and plans, or you could find that people close to you are demanding a little too much of your attention or time. Try to pace yourself, avoid stressing over little things, and save important decision making for a better, quieter time when you can find your center. This can come as soon as early tomorrow with Mercury and Jupiter harmonizing in practical zones of your chart, energizing your hopes and plans.

Taurus

A slip of the tongue can reveal a little more than you bargained for today, dear Taurus. If you feel on edge today, it’s because something isn’t balanced. You may be neglecting an area of your life that needs more attention. Try to determine what that is so that you can act more mindfully. In all likelihood, it has to do with your attention to matters from the past. Guilty feelings can be disguised by righteousness but they won’t disappear that way. They come out in various ways and affect your mood until you deal with them. While thoughts and conversations can be a little raw now, as the day advances, you become clearer and excited about new or recent projects and ideas. It’s a good time for impressing others with your ideas or unique way of thinking and communicating.

Gemini

There has been more focus on your social life these days, dear Gemini, and/or your happiness goals, dreams, and wishes. Today, issues of stability and the long-term can surface in friendships, but the question is whether possessiveness has a place in the picture. While we can aim for unconditional affection in our friendships, this is not always possible, but sometimes letting go actually helps a relationship last. Certainly friendships can be complicated for you these days, but getting to the heart of any existing problems will be rewarding. For some of you, there can be a growing feeling of discontent with recent goals and how they’re progressing. This is an important time for prioritizing, reconnecting with nature, and taking some time for comforting activities. In other words, aim to slow down and discover what you truly want and need.

Cancer

Personal time to yourself, as well as some space or room for spontaneity, seem necessary today, dear Cancer, with the Moon in your sign all day. However, this may conflict with schedules and demands from others, as well as work. Your outer self – the personality that you convey to the world – can come into conflict with your inner needs today, and you may need to perform a balancing act in order to set things straight. There is a me-focused energy to the evening if you’ve been feeling a little shut out or out of touch. Mercury and Jupiter are heading towards a pleasant aspect, exact midday tomorrow, and this can help even things out for you. There can be a growing interest in a mental project or endeavor that excites you.

Leo

Your need for rest and time away from pressure-ridden situations becomes clear today, dear Leo, even if a good part of you wants to keep on the move. Listen to your emotions, which nudge you towards quieter moments and possibly some reflection. With more attention to your inner needs, your outer needs will be easier to fulfill. In fact, you might discover that you function better if you have some emotional space now. A Mercury-Jupiter connection is forming and is exact midday tomorrow. This helps you to focus on exciting ideas later today, particularly revolving around business or practical affairs.

Virgo

You are in a more intimate frame of mind these days with the Sun in your intimacy sector, dear Virgo, but today you’re craving some detachment. You could be looking for commonalities with others, and some socializing can be good for you now. Even so, you could feel conflicted or torn today until you find your center, or a way to satisfy both needs. Watch for mixed signals now, as you may be granting others their freedom but then worrying about what that might mean. A Mercury-Jupiter connection that comes exact midday tomorrow may be felt later today as growing excitement, focus, and enthusiasm, particularly for ideas and plans. You’re entertaining more positive thoughts about ways to grow, learn more, and experience more.

Libra

You may feel that you’re noticed more than usual today, dear Libra. Elements of your career or your competence and sense of responsibility can be subject to some scrutiny now, and it’s a good idea to consider ways to improve these areas of your life. The key now is to pinpoint areas that need to be left behind or downplayed so that you can better prioritize your tasks. Others may not be as cooperative as you’d like, but do your best to avoid worrying about their behavior and instead focus on what can reasonably be done. Responsibilities have a way of demanding your attention. Even if you don’t feel like meeting them, you’ll feel far more fulfilled and relaxed once you do.

Scorpio

A part of you wants to get the job done today, dear Scorpio, but an equally strong part wants to rise above the seemingly petty details and routines of your daily life. The result can be distraction, restlessness, or perhaps even a bit of shoddy workmanship. However, if you consciously work on feeding both desires, perhaps by mixing up your routine, you’ll be in a better place. Don’t put so much pressure on yourself. Even so, with a Mercury-Jupiter influence coming into play later today, you are likely to feel more in tune and comfortable. A conversation with a partner or friend can be part of this. Focusing on longer-term goals can do wonders for your mood now.

Sagittarius

You thrive on spontaneity, dear Sagittarius, especially these days with the Sun in your creative, expressive solar fifth house and Mars in your sign. However, with the Moon in your intimacy sector clashing with the Sun today, you might think of making some form of plan which can help shape and structure your life. You don’t need to follow it strictly – in fact, you can think of it as a perpetual work in progress. Having some sort of master plan can help you greatly at this point in your life, particularly with Mars turning retrograde in just a few days. Some introspection is in order today. An approaching Mercury-Jupiter influence helps you to see what truly matters and encourages big thinking.

Capricorn

The Sun in your home and family sector pulls you in one direction, dear Capricorn, and the Moon in your partnership sector pulls you in another. You can be all fired up and ready for action, but you may not know how and where to direct your energy. The tendency now is to look for happiness outside of yourself, which is always a tricky and usually disappointing move. Aim to make yourself happy instead. Avoid making executive decisions today, since including others is your better choice at the moment, but consider your own needs at the same time. It’s a juggling act, but can be done.

Aquarius

The pace of the day can be hectic if you let it run ahead of you, dear Aquarius. Take moments to center yourself and prioritize in order to avoid last-minute problems. The general atmosphere is less than cooperative, but you are flexible and willing to bend for others. Focusing on work, particularly detail work or small chores, can in fact be satisfying now, as it involves making yourself happy rather than relying on others’ responses, which can be a little unreliable just for the time being. If a recently taken-on project seems a little too big now, you may simply need to make adjustments. As the day advances, we move towards a Mercury-Jupiter trine, which encourages bigger thinking and learning, as well as positive conversations and thoughts.

Pisces

There is a tendency to want to take some risks, emotionally and financially, today, dear Pisces, but this feeling can contradict some of your larger goals and plans. Indecision is probably a good thing right now if it holds you back from making rash choices, but it isn’t the best feeling, either. Don’t mislead yourself into thinking that acting on a whim will make life more exciting. Instead, look for healthy ways to channel the extra energy. This is a time when you may be wanting to share your feelings, ideas, or creations with others. With the Sun in your security-conscious second house these days, you’re more inclined than usual to want to fall back on familiar paths and situations, but today you’re looking to do something different. Honor that need without throwing out your plans.

If You Were Born Today, April 12

You are a very bright and interesting person. Your thoroughly unique spin on life is generally appreciated by others. You possess a certain amount of poise that earns respect, but you can also be very humorous and playful when the mood grabs you – and in fact, you can be quite moody and sometimes difficult to truly get close to. You are capable of making great sacrifices, and you recover quickly from reversals of fortune. 

Famous people born today: Tom Clancy, David Letterman, David Cassidy, Herbie Hancock, Tiny Tim.

Your Birthday Year Forecast

The Sun in a waxing sextile to the Moon in your Solar Return chart has a fortunate influence on your year ahead. You can be especially productive this year, as in many ways you are starting fresh, but you have a rather clear vision of what you want to accomplish. Your inner needs tend to be mirrored by external events, and vice versa, which helps to boost your confidence and happiness levels. You more readily accept that challenges are part of the natural cycle in life, which in turn helps you to meet them with confidence and to worry less. You are likely to be on top of your game this year for the most part, and positive connections with others can be made fairly easily. A comfortable level of personal popularity helps keep conflict to a minimum. With the ability to handle your emotions successfully, there will be less stress on both your mind and body.

You have a special way with people this year, and your personal magnetism is strong. Making connections with others comes more easily, particularly on romantic and creative levels.

With Uranus electrifying your Sun this year, you can expect a rather liberated and interesting period ahead. Changes are in store for you, and they’re likely to be very positive if you recognize and honor your need for newness in your life. This influence brings about big changes, sudden events, unanticipated disruptions, and surprising situations into your life. These happenings are likely to have a major impact on your character, vitality, and individuality. You may feel the urge to break out and embrace new and exciting things. Life will be exciting–and the changes positive–if you go with the flow. If you deny your urge for change, feelings of restlessness and rebelliousness will unexpectedly erupt, prompting sudden lunges for freedom that can have surprising results and reactions. This influence stimulates your creativity, excitability, self-will, and originality. Sudden flashes of insight increase your spiritual awareness. You may become more outspoken, even rebellious. Career breaks or changes are possible. Alternatively, you might change the direction of your life path to suit the “new you”. Unexpected events may cause you to rethink some of your goals and ambitions. In the area of relationships, there could be sudden attachments and equally sudden breakups. Ongoing connections with others may also undergo abrupt fluctuations.

Transiting Saturn harmonizes with your Sun from January forward, however, and this can be a steadying, helpful influence. You are practical in your choices (for the most part), keeping your feet on the ground and paying attention to, and honoring, tradition as well as tried-and-true methods. You have the power of practicality, realism, and caution on your side in the year ahead. Work you have done in the past begins to pay off this year–not necessarily in dramatic ways, but in small, measurable ways. You may be recognized or rewarded in some way for the efforts you put forth. Because you project a more responsible and credible “you”, people in authority are more inclined to appreciate you and recognize your work.

Your ability to express yourself and to solve problems is enhanced this year. You may have opportunities to travel, and matters related to publishing, teaching, and writing should go especially well. You could also have big ideas and plans, as your mind is filled with ideas. The desire to expand your mind is strong, and this is a good year to take up studies or to further your education. It’s also excellent for teaching and speaking. With greater receptivity to new ideas and perspectives, you are more likely to attract positive energies into your life. You are likely to be popular with others when it comes to your ideas and communications, especially as you are communicating with optimism and cheerfulness, and this can bring rewarding experiences and opportunities into your life.

This is a good year, generally speaking, for motivation levels regarding work or projects and personal interests. There can be opportunities to pursue absorbing topics and projects of interest. More joy and meaning can be found in your work or obligations.

You are more sensitive artistically, your imagination is stirred, and you have an increased appreciation for subtleties. You are inspired and could even inspire others with your words. Some of your hunches could be prophetic. You are thinking more creatively, and express yourself with more sensitivity, compassion, and warmth.

However, you need to be aware of a tendency to be attracted to impractical ventures at times this year. As well, your energy can vary greatly from one period to the next, so take advantage of the “high” periods in order to offset the possible loss in productivity during the low-energy stages.

Relationships can be motivating this year, as a partner or good friend may inspire you to pursue your dreams and goals. You are playfully competitive and might win a major competition, if applicable. This is a good period for creative projects and joining with others in pursuing a common goal.

Your personality is sparkling, and you’re ready to take on new projects and experience new things. The second half of the year is particularly for getting your life on track through improved work, attention to practical details, and increased self-discipline overall, although there will be times when you battle with varying energy levels. Positive plans and lifestyle changes can be made at this time in your life. Personal magnetism runs high.

2016 is a Number Seven year for you. Ruled by Neptune. This is a year of preparation, chance, and refinement. It is not a time of dramatic changes. Instead, it’s a year when reflection on the past is helpful, and when refinements to your life path should be made. It’s a good year to study and analyze. Unexpected twists to your life story and “chance” meetings are probable. Advice – take stock of your life in order to prepare for more exciting years to come, examine the past and plan for the future, get in touch with your deepest needs and uncover your personal power, don’t strain yourself or actively try to expand.

2017 will be a Number Eight year for you. Ruled by Saturn. This is a year of power and accomplishment. Actively seeking to expand, taking educated risks, and moving forward are highlighted. This is a year of opportunity, particularly in the material and business world, and opportunities need to be seized. It’s generally not a year to find a new love partner, simply because the focus is on the material world and your place in the world. This is a problem-solving year in which you can expect real, tangible results. Advice – take action, plan ahead, seize opportunities.

Courtesy of Cafe Astrology

Happy Belated Birthday, Heidi and to everyone else who might have been celebrating on April 11!

The Year Ahead

Forecast for April 2016 to April 2017

If You Were Born Today, April 11

You are fiercely protective of those you love, and you will rise to any challenge, quickly picking yourself up after a fall. You are hopeful and mostly optimistic, although you are subject to many mood swings, of which only those closest to you truly know about. You are generous with your time and quite helpful, but you also instinctively know when to draw the line, as you need time to and for yourself.

Famous people born today: Tricia Helfer, Joss Stone, Ellen Goodman, Jennifer Esposito.

Your Birthday Year Forecast:

The Sun in a waxing sextile to the Moon in your Solar Return chart has a fortunate influence on your year ahead. You can be especially productive this year, as in many ways you are starting fresh, but you have a rather clear vision of what you want to accomplish. Your inner needs tend to be mirrored by external events, and vice versa, which helps to boost your confidence and happiness levels. You more readily accept that challenges are part of the natural cycle in life, which in turn helps you to meet them with confidence and to worry less. You are likely to be on top of your game this year for the most part, and positive connections with others can be made fairly easily. A comfortable level of personal popularity helps keep conflict to a minimum. With the ability to handle your emotions successfully, there will be less stress on both your mind and body.

You have a special way with people this year, and your personal magnetism is strong. Making connections with others comes more easily, particularly on romantic and creative levels.

With Uranus electrifying your Sun this year, you can expect a rather liberated and interesting period ahead. Changes are in store for you, and they’re likely to be very positive if you recognize and honor your need for newness in your life. This influence brings about big changes, sudden events, unanticipated disruptions, and surprising situations into your life. These happenings are likely to have a major impact on your character, vitality, and individuality. You may feel the urge to break out and embrace new and exciting things. Life will be exciting–and the changes positive–if you go with the flow. If you deny your urge for change, feelings of restlessness and rebelliousness will unexpectedly erupt, prompting sudden lunges for freedom that can have surprising results and reactions. This influence stimulates your creativity, excitability, self-will, and originality. Sudden flashes of insight increase your spiritual awareness. You may become more outspoken, even rebellious. Career breaks or changes are possible. Alternatively, you might change the direction of your life path to suit the “new you”. Unexpected events may cause you to rethink some of your goals and ambitions. In the area of relationships, there could be sudden attachments and equally sudden breakups. Ongoing connections with others may also undergo abrupt fluctuations.

Transiting Saturn harmonizes with your Sun from January forward, however, and this can be a steadying, helpful influence. You are practical in your choices (for the most part), keeping your feet on the ground and paying attention to, and honoring, tradition as well as tried-and-true methods. You have the power of practicality, realism, and caution on your side in the year ahead. Work you have done in the past begins to pay off this year–not necessarily in dramatic ways, but in small, measurable ways. You may be recognized or rewarded in some way for the efforts you put forth. Because you project a more responsible and credible “you”, people in authority are more inclined to appreciate you and recognize your work.

This is a good year, generally speaking, for motivation levels regarding work or projects and personal interests. There can be opportunities to pursue absorbing topics and projects of interest. More joy and meaning can be found in your work or obligations.

You are more sensitive artistically, your imagination is stirred, and you have an increased appreciation for subtleties. You are inspired and could even inspire others with your words. Some of your hunches could be prophetic. You are thinking more creatively, and express yourself with more sensitivity, compassion, and warmth.

However, you need to be aware of a tendency to be attracted to impractical ventures at times this year. As well, your energy can vary greatly from one period to the next, so take advantage of the “high” periods in order to offset the possible loss in productivity during the low-energy stages.

Relationships can be motivating this year, as a partner or good friend may inspire you to pursue your dreams and goals. You are playfully competitive and might win a major competition, if applicable. This is a good period for creative projects and joining with others in pursuing a common goal.

Your personality is sparkling, and you’re ready to take on new projects and experience new things. The second half of the year is particularly for getting your life on track through improved work, attention to practical details, and increased self-discipline overall, although there will be times when you battle with varying energy levels. Positive plans and lifestyle changes can be made at this time in your life. Personal magnetism runs high.

2016 is 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.

2017 will be a Number Seven year for you. Ruled by Neptune. This is a year of preparation, chance, and refinement. It is not a time of dramatic changes. Instead, it’s a year when reflection on the past is helpful, and when refinements to your life path should be made. It’s a good year to study and analyze. Unexpected twists to your life story and “chance” meetings are probable. Advice – take stock of your life in order to prepare for more exciting years to come, examine the past and plan for the future, get in touch with your deepest needs and uncover your personal power, don’t strain yourself or actively try to expand.

Again Happy Belated Birthday, Heidi and to everyone else who might have been celebrating on April 11!

Courtesy of Cafe Astrology

Your Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, April 12th

Aries

Your personal magnetism runs high today, dear Aries. This is a strong time for both work and social life. Innovative ideas and methods can be employed now. You can feel spirited and ready for action, and super energy is with you today for connecting on a romantic level, as well as a boost with friends, for learning, publishing, and communicating. Cooperation is key, but a bit of friendly competition can help inspire improvements. Business connected with art, music, and other creative ventures can prosper, or there can be good timing with money and business now. Mutually beneficial agreements might be reached now. Watch that you don’t take on too much now with Mars turning retrograde in less than a week, however.

Taurus

Relationships can be pleasantly spicy and your personal magnetism is good today, dear Taurus, with your ruler, Venus, in harmony with Mars. This influence brings two energies that complement each other well in harmony, endowing you with the ability to assert your needs with charm. You can feel inspired by your conversations and the connections you make right now, and your intimate life can get a boost with extra attention and natural acceptance. You could be feeling quite passionate about a person or an idea. Popularity increases. Finances and business are also favored now with support coming at just the right moment.

Gemini

You are more able to see the beauty of the moment today, dear Gemini, and you can thoroughly enjoy yourself as a result. Even so, you are gently challenged to improve, take positive action, and go after what you want now, so it’s unlikely to be a passive day. It’s a good time to repair or improve a friendship. A healthy link between Mars and Venus today brings a certain ease in social situations and possibly romantic excitement, particularly as it’s occurring in your sectors of partnership and friendship. This is a good time for shared activities. You’re making a good impression on others now.

Cancer

This can be an especially creative time for your work and practical goals, dear Cancer, as well as personal and professional appeal. Today’s mood is warm, generous, and hospitable, but also gently competitive. The Moon moves into your sign early morning, and this can serve to push you into visibility after a couple of days of being in the relative backwoods. You can make good strides in work-related matters, although your mood is also quite sociable. You shine today in your ability to smooth ruffled feathers. You should find your stamina level strong and you might find it easier to get the job done without having to waste extra energy.

Leo

This can be a stimulating day, dear Leo. Even though the Moon moves into your privacy sector, awakening a need for some down time and repose, a Venus-Mars aspect occurring in the other two Fire signs triggers creative urges and a need to share them. Others tend to be cooperative and helpful. You can be feeling spirited and positive, especially about a relationship or creative endeavor. You are more magnetic, but also making happy things happen, and there is a nice, warming flow of friendliness between you and others. Towards the end of the day, however, you could be dealing with some impatience or competitiveness.

Virgo

This can be a great day for feeling supported, nurtured, and peaceful, dear Virgo, yet also stimulated and ready to take action. You can be extremely eager when it comes to making changes in your life, particularly on a deep, internal level. Your intuition seems to be spot on today, and your focus is on personal matters, healing energies, and positive reinforcement. Finding creative channels or ways to give voice to some of your inner longings can be rewarding. You can really get things done around the home. While your compassion is heightened, you’re also given to pulling out the boundaries. Romantic inclinations are powerful and you’re likely to seek more intimacy and passion in your relations. Financial intelligence is heightened.

Libra

There can be a nice flow of energy and warmth between you and others today, dear Libra, and possible excitement and enthusiasm for an idea or project. There can be an opportunity to speak about something dear to your heart, and you are likely to do so with special charm and persuasion.It’s a time to really stay on top of things socially, as opportunities abound and you don’t want to miss out on them. Love relationships, partnerships, and close friendships are favored today. You may be improving an existing relationship or attracting a new one. There is a desire to move ahead, get things done, and not simply wait for things to come to you.

Scorpio

This is a good time for coming to agreement with others, making purchases or business moves, personal appeal, and for relationship strengthening, dear Scorpio. Opportunities now can come from behind the scenes or hidden sources and through your strong connections to others. You might discover a resource you never knew you had, or simply pick up a good buy. Your confidence and motivation add to your appeal, and to your chances of succeeding at what you set out to do. You can be especially productive today and might come up with truly brilliant ideas for business, work, or health routines.

Sagittarius

This is a strong day for creative, romantic, and entertaining pursuits, dear Sagittarius. Others are drawn to you, particularly for your independence, spunk, and frankness. Relationships might strengthen in subtle ways now, and you’re giving off especially warm or exciting vibes. You could receive gifts and attention now – the kind that helps boost your confidence. Your personal magnetism is especially strong today. You can feel on fire with passion and creative energy, and timing is better than usual. There could be exciting new prospects, ideas, and projects now, but do pace yourself as Mars, in your sign, will be turning retrograde within a week, and you may not have as much energy or enthusiasm then.

Capricorn

You may feel driven to take action on a personal matter or to put something behind you today, dear Capricorn. Some of you could be providing a service or volunteering your help to someone, and this can be rewarding. Family matters can be particularly warm, easy, and natural now. You may be finding ways to make peace with the past, freeing you up for exciting times to come. Your mood is hopeful, accepting, and creative. Passions are strong, even if love is somewhat complicated. Your personal appeal is strong, and some of you could be making happy connections now.

Aquarius

This is a good day for making interesting connections with others, dear Aquarius, and for stimulating or even inspiring conversations. Something you experience today can help motivate you to be your best, particularly related to mental interests and projects. It can be a good day for opportunities to meet someone special through groups, acquaintances, and networking. Your creative powers are strong now, and smooth energy is with you for pursuing something new or for enjoying what you already have. You can be feeling especially motivated when it comes to pet projects, ideas, and friendships. Things that you’ve previously resisted learning can suddenly become appealing and relevant. You might make connections through the internet, on the phone, or even in the neighborhood that impact your life greatly.

Pisces

There is friendly energy with you today, dear Pisces. Others can be especially intrigued with your point of view, talents, performance, or the services you offer professionally. This is a good time for showing the world your unique qualities and talents. You are communicating with special ease and your powers of persuasion are strong. Events taking place now may stimulate your ambition and gently push you to do your best. You can be feeling quite motivated, particularly when it comes to business. Relations with others may be exciting and enthusiasm runs high.

Your Love Horoscopes for the Week of Monday, April 11

• General Horoscope

  This week will run from hot to cold so be sure to get your sexy in while you can. Tuesday is your day as Venus will snuggle up to Mars in a steamy embrace. The “cosmic lovers” happy together means you and your lover will be, too. Work it! By Sunday, everything might seem to lose its edge thanks to Mars shifting into retrograde motion. He’ll be retrograde until June 29, and sexual peaks might be a thing of the past. At least for a while.

• Aries Horoscope MAR 21 – APR 19

  You might feel extra sexy early in the week and then all of a sudden; lose your steam before you even realize what hit you. Mars, your ruling planet, will turn retrograde on Sunday and as a result, you might not have all of your usual mojo. This is your opportunity for a cosmic time out. The universe recognizes that you need to rest and regroup in order to process and then focus on what’s really important. Honor it.

• Taurus Horoscope APR 20 – MAY 20

  Early in the week you and your lover might enjoy exploring a taboo fantasy together. One way or another, an erotic encounter is likely. In addition, you might even allow your partner into a part of your psyche that you kept guarded for way too long. Tackling these trust issues will surely enhance the intimate connection you’re capable of having with each other.

• Gemini Horoscope MAY 21 – JUN 20

  Make the most of the sizzling energy you’ll have early in the week with your partner because by the end of the week, things might just fizzle out. On Tuesday, it’s possible that the two of you will enjoy a fantastic social event together that gets both of you in the mood for love. By Sunday however, Mars will turn retrograde in your relationship sector. It’ll be time to slow down and contemplate where you’ve been and where you’re going.

• Cancer Horoscope JUN 21 – JUL 22

  Something about work or a professional opportunity this week will really turn you on. Be sure to spend time with your sweetheart talking about your mutual career goals or helping each other achieve them. Or, you may want to tackle a project the both of you have been meaning to complete such as a minor home organization. Aim to finish up by the end of the week so that you don’t become frustrated by any unfinished work.

• Leo Horoscope JUL 23 – AUG 22

  You might feel full of hope and anticipation early in the week when it comes to your romantic prospects. If you’ve recently started to date someone new and sparks are flying, you may be tempted to begin a sexual relationship with this new sweetheart. Be careful: Mars will turn retrograde in your true love sector on Sunday. This is a notorious situation where, if you start a new sexual relationship during this time, you might feel less than satisfied. Wait until after June 29. Frustrating? Yes. Worth it? Definitely.

• Virgo Horoscope AUG 23 – SEP 22

  You might want to schedule a midday romantic lunch date with your sweetheart early in the week. Even better? Consider taking the day off on Monday or Tuesday and spend all day in bed together. Venus and Mars will be at a gorgeous angle, peaking Tuesday. This will allow you to enjoy the most erotic experience with your partner, right in the comfort of your home. Don’t waste it. Work will always be there at the office, waiting for you to return.

• Libra Horoscope SEP 23 – OCT 22

  Aim to make the most of Tuesday’s romantic energy. Think of it as your “last hurrah” before Mars turns retrograde on Sunday and begins to slow down the progress you’ve been enjoying in the relationship department. Once Mars enters hibernation mode, it’s possible that you and your partner will find it more difficult to reach an agreement about an important matter. This impasse phase may last awhile. Then, you’ll need to use all of your signature patience.

• Scorpio Horoscope OCT 23 – NOV 21

  There’s not much romantic potential for you this week, but you can still take advantage of the sexy link between Venus and Mars on Tuesday. Perhaps your lover will turn you on with talk about helping you find a freelance assignment or other way to earn extra money. Honestly, money and work will be on your mind way more than anything else this week. Focus on what you need to right now. You’ll have time for love after you pay the bills.

• Sagittarius Horoscope NOV 22 – DEC 21

  Life may go from fun and sexy to downright drab this week. On Tuesday, you may feel like you and your lover are on some kind of high together. Indeed, it’ll be the best romantic day you have for quite some time so be sure to make the most of it. By Sunday, Mars will turn retrograde in your sign. You may notice a slump in energy and motivation. The universe wants you to pay attention to your goals and do some honest recalibration.

• Capricorn Horoscope DEC 22 – JAN 19

  You and your sweetheart might enjoy a special day with family on Tuesday. It’s possible that a domestic matter will be resolved easily. Or, if the two of you have been thinking about sprucing up your home, you’ll find that you share the same ideas on how to proceed with a decorating project. After Sunday, you might feel a stronger need to conserve your energy. If you’re not “in the mood” as much, don’t dwell on it. It’s time to recharge your spiritual batteries.

• Aquarius Horoscope JAN 20 – FEB 18

  If you’re single, your social life is the key to your love life these days. Perhaps you and a friend have been toying with the idea of exploring the mutual chemistry you share. If so, aim for Tuesday. There’s great potential for sparks to fly. After Sunday however, you might begin to second guess whether or not this friendship should be messed with. Going from friends to lovers will suddenly seem like a chaotic prospect.

• Pisces Horoscope FEB 19 – MAR 20

  If you’re in a relationship, capitalize on the wonderful communication links that will happen this week. On Tuesday, you and your mate could be in perfect harmony about a financial decision. Then, on Thursday, you might be ready to sign a contract with your partner. It’ll be a great day to move forward on any real estate or family financial planning paperwork with your mate. After Sunday, life slows down for everyone. No need to worry; go with the flow.

   

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Weekly Astrology: April 11-17, 2016

A screeching halt

By Maria DeSimone Weekly, Astrology

Part of the Daily Insight Group

Astrology of Today – April 12, 2016

Summary:

• The Moon is in in Gemini until 4:06 AM.
• The Moon is void until 4:06 AM (since 2:56 PM yesterday).
• The Moon is in Cancer from 4:06 AM forward (until Thursday, April 14th, at 9:52 AM).
• The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase.
• A New Moon occurred on the 7th and a First Quarter Moon will occur on April 13th/14th.
• Mars is in its pre-retrograde shadow (Mars will retrograde from April 17-June 29).

Tuesday Is Ruled By Mars

Tuesday is a Mars day, and just like the god of war, this is the time to tap into magicks to call for strength and courage. This day of the week is for rebels and warriors. If you are facing a challenge of any kind, need a boost to your courage, or want to enhance your passions, Tuesday is the day of the week for you. Some suggestions for Tuesday enchantments would include:

*Wearing the fiery colors associated with this day: scarlet, red, black, and orange. Don some of the more daring and bewitching colors of your wardrobe on Tuesdays and turn a few heads.

*Carrying a bloodstone in your pocket or wearing garnet-studded jewelry to reinforce your convictions

*Working with protective and fire-associated plants such as the snapdragon, thistle, and holly to boost your shields and bravery

*Burning spicy-scented energy-enhancing candles to add a little magical aromatherapy to your home

*Cooking up a hearty meal featuring carrots, peppers, and garlic (all Mars foods and spices) to empower yourself for victory and success

The Witches Correspondences for Tuesday, April 12th

Tuesday (Tiw’s-day)

Planet: Mars

Colors: Red and Autumn Shades

Crystals: Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet, Flint, Rhodonite, Iron and Steel

Aroma: Basil, Ginger, Black Pepper, Mars Oil, Dragon’s blood and patchouli

Herb: Basil

The day of Mars. This day could only ever symbolize the sheer power of the god of war! The ideal spells to be cast on this day are that of force, power war and protection.

Dedicated to the powers of the planet Mars, personified as Ares, Tiwaz, Tiw, and Tyr.

Magical aspects: controlled power, energy, and endurance, passion, sex, courage, aggression, and protection.

This is the proper day of the week to perform spells and rituals involving courage, physical strength, revenge, military honors, surgery, the breaking of negative spells, dynamic energy, matrimony, war, enemies, prison, hunting, politics, contests, protection, victory, and athletics.

The Witches Almanac for Tuesday, April 12th

Tuesday (Mars): Passion, sex, courage, aggression, and protection.

Cerealia (Roman)

Waxing Moon
The Waxing Moon (from the New Moon to the Full) is the ideal time for magic to draw things toward you.

Moon phase: First Quarter

Moon Sign: Gemini
Gemini: Things begun now are easily changed by outside influence. Time for shortcuts, communication, games, and fun.

Moon enters Cancer 4: 07 am
Cancer: Stimulates emotional rapport between people. Pinpoints need, supports growth and nurturance. Tends to domestic concerns.

Incense: Cinnamon

Color: Gray

Magickal Days of the Week – Tuesday

Named for the Norse god Tyr, who was a deity of heroism and combat, Tuesday is a very martial sort of day – color associations include bright red and oranges, as well as warrior-like metals such as iron and steel.

The ancient Romans called this day Martis, after the warrior god Mars – other deities associated with Tuesday include Ares, the Morrighan, and other gods of battle and glory. Red gemstones like rubies and garnets come into play on Tuesdays, as do herbs and plants such as thistles, holly, coneflowers and cacti – you’ll notice these are all sharp, prickly plants!

One of the interesting – and more than a little amusing – aspects of Tuesday magic is that in addition to war and conflict against your enemies, this is a day also associated with marriage. You can also use this day of the week for magical workings connected to protection and initiation. Use Tuesday to assert yourself, make a mark and stake your claims.
 

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Patti Wigington, Paganism/Wicca Expert
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