As indicated toward the close of yesterday’s calendar entry, the Moon in Taurus begins a 24+ hour void cycle as it makes a supportive, 60-degree rapport with fortune-hunter Jupiter (12:14AM). Just before this alignment is exact, insights should be written down or recorded as they may lead to various pots of gold in your future. You may remember — from ancient Roman mythology — that Jupiter became the King of the Gods after the previous ruler, Saturn, was overthrown. Jupiter — among his many attributes — had the ability of foresight, to see the future ahead of time. However, with the discovery of the three outer planets, many asteroids and Chiron, Jupiter is not always recognized by students of astrology as a provider of precognitive dreams and visions. Nonetheless, the shadow side of this morning’s Moon-Jupiter rapport is that it also starts a long void-of-course Moon cycle that lasts until tomorrow morning at 12:35AM when the Moon enters airy, flexible and yet also dualistic Gemini. Keep your distance from emotional volatility and anyone who you deem is temperamental as the Moon parallels Mars (8:02AM). Start gearing up for another celestial station early tomorrow when it is Juno’s turn to switch from reverse to direct in Aquarius (exactly at 12:18AM on Tuesday). Juno is strongly associated with emotional empowerment or dis-empowerment in primary partnerships as well as marriage bonds, peace, diplomacy, fairness under the law, fashion, style, elegance, beauty, but also rage by the small and weakened individuals who have been oppressed by large-scale forces arrayed against them. Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Daylight Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.
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Full Moon in Pisces Horoscopes
Full Moon in Pisces Horoscopes
Sensitivity and service are highlighted by September’s Full Moon
Jeff Jawer on the topics of pisces, moon, horoscopes, full moon, astrologyIt’s time to embrace compassion! The Full Moon in Pisces on September 19, 2013, operates on faith, while the opposing Virgo Sun prefers facts. Yet what these signs have in common is a sense of service.
This Full Moon reminds us that we don’t have to be precise to be helpful and that sometimes making an error with a loving attitude is more beneficial than perfect behavior done with a scowl.
When Pisces compassion combines with Virgo skills, we have the best of both worlds.
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
Spiritual awakening and creative inspiration are potential gifts of this Pisces Full Moon. But it lands in your 12th House of Escapes, which means that you could benefit from taking more breaks from your daily duties and concerns. Seek quiet places in the world to find tranquility in yourself. But this is not peace that puts you to sleep; it’s an ocean of imagination that can take you to more exciting places.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
The compassionate Pisces Full Moon occurs in your 11th House of Friends and Groups, making you a more sensitive and caring ally. Allowing yourself to be supported by others doesn’t make you weak if it helps you do your job and assist your community. But if you’re already sacrificing personal interests to benefit others, make sure that you save some of that love, time and energy for yourself.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Your sharp mind and quick wit are major professional assets, but this sensitive Pisces Full Moon in your 10th House of Vocation shows that how you feel about your work is as important as what you think. Finding inspiration in your job is possible if you unclutter your head with facts and tune in to emotions — that will help you tap into imagination and faith that take you further in your career.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Dreams of faraway places are awakened by this magical Pisces Full Moon in your 9th House of Travel and Higher Mind. Studying a subject that touches your soul will take your further than mere academic exercises. Broaden your horizons by planning a trip, connecting with people in distant locations or reading about exotic locales that bring more imagination and beauty into your life.
Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22)
The forgiving Pisces Full Moon lights up your 8th House of Deep Sharing, providing insights into your relationships. Personal and professional partnerships flourish when you are caring, compassionate and working with people who also have these qualities. Use your intuition, because reason alone will not supply the answers you seek to questions about love, intimacy and business alliances.
Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22)
The imaginative Pisces Full Moon opposes the Sun in your precise sign, challenging you to overlook details to feel a bigger picture than cannot be seen by intellect alone. It occurs in your 7th House of Partners, where it can trigger crises in existing alliances but also open doors to people and possibilities with others. Compassion and big dreams are key to making connections that will satisfy your soul.
Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)
Work can be exhausting if you can’t find meaning in what you do. That’s because this revelatory Pisces Full Moon is in your 6th House of Employment, where it stirs up strong feelings about your job. Getting more rest is one way to keep your competence and confidence high. Yet getting inspiration from a hobby or taking on tasks where you can use your imagination will recharge your batteries.
Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)
You could be flooded with romantic feelings with this dreamy Pisces Full Moon in your 5th House of Love. Expressing yourself in poetic, imaginative and creative ways are other means for riding these inspirational waves of energy. You’re ready to show more tenderness and expose some of your vulnerability because these are effective ways to appear more attractive and bring others into your life.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)
This tender Pisces Full Moon lands in your domestic 4th House of Home and Family, where it signals a need to pay more attention to your personal life. Spending more time at home and relaxing in peaceful places will bring insights into your past that will make you more excited about the future. But there’s less need to push yourself ahead now because quiet times and contemplation reveal fresh sources of inspiration.
Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)
Looking at the world around you with less critical eyes will reveal much more than logic now. This intuitive Pisces Full Moon occupies your 3rd House of Perception and Communication, making you more sensitive to what you see, say and hear. Tender conversations and the freedom to fantasize are not distractions but are sources of inspiration and faith that give your life more meaning.
Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)
Insights into income opportunities come with this sensitive Pisces Full Moon in your 2nd House of Money. This lunation could awaken old dreams about work that touch your heart. The path to a better cash flow comes from creativity and imagination now, so make sure you don’t set aside fantasies that might not appear to be practical but which can lead you to greater prosperity.
Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)
The Pisces Full Moon touches your 1st House of Outward Appearance. It could inspire you to be more creative in your look and in the ways to you connect with people. But it can also increase uncertainty about where you stand with others. Be gentle with yourself, nourish your dreams and forgive any mistakes you’ve made. Others’ criticism counts less than attending your own needs now.
Weekend Love Horoscopes for Sept. 20 – 22nd: Comfy Love
Weekend Love Horoscopes
September 20-22: Comfy Love
Maria DeSimone on the topics of love, horoscopes, astrologyThe weekend starts out with plenty of sparks in the romance department, thanks to Friday’s feisty Moon in Aries. The Moon will connect beautifully with Mars, adding to your ability to chase the object of your affection with little trepidation. In fact, there’s bound to be plenty of loud, theatrical activity in the bedroom Friday night, thanks to this alignment.
Emotional drama? Yes, but thankfully a happy ending for all.
Saturday and Sunday, love turns cozy thanks to a tasty Taurus Moon. The simple pleasures are to be enjoyed with your lover now. A long walk along the beach, candlelit dinner or attending a concert together are all ways to arouse the spirit, the heart and the body.
The Sun’s entry into relationship-oriented Libra on Sunday will only add to your ability to relate.
* Your Weekend Love Horoscope is now written by counseling Astrologer Maria DeSimone, who knows love, dating and relationships better than anyone. Maria tracks the planets so you can make the right romantic moves every weekend!
Daily Cosmic Calendar for September 20th
Stop, look and listen! Yesterday’s Full Moon and Mercury-Jupiter square-off may be behind you, but they still carry a psychic punch today. The 48 hours after a Full Moon are a time-period for distribution of the illuminating solar-lunar vibrations just received. What may put you into a temporary blissful state of mind and heart is a comforting, 60-degree rapport from Venus to Ceres (1:03AM). However, excitement and intensity reign supreme due to the monthly Moon-Uranus union in Aries (5:21AM), Venus forming a flowing trine to Chiron in water signs (5:58AM), and — above all — Pluto leaving retrograde motion behind at 9 degrees of Capricorn as it stations to turn forward (8:30AM). [Pluto will remain in direct motion until April 14, 2014 when it will once again reverse itself in the zodiac at 14 degrees of Capricorn.] Throughout this entire 24-hour time-period, stay alert to the following Pluto themes — death-and-rebirth; mysteries and secrets; regeneration; metamorphosis; spiritual willpower and mental concentration; catharsis; hypnosis; reincarnation; repressed emotions; extremes of any kind; the underworld; corruption; manipulation and controlling behavior patterns; hidden agendas; phobias. Adding to the strange twists and turns of fate are Ceres in opposition to synchronicity-ruling Chiron (12:46PM), Venus forming an off-kilter, 150-degree link to shock-master Uranus (1:54PM), and Mercury making an abrasive, 135-degree tie with hazy Neptune (5:08PM). If that isn’t enough cosmic tomfoolery for you, make space for a long void lunar cycle starting at 6:26PM and lasting until 3:34PM tomorrow as well as a 60-degree and yet weighty liaison from Saturn in Scorpio to Pluto in Capricorn (10:46PM). If you are not careful, this could become one of those days when the unknown is completely running the show and you are a mere pawn on the chessboard of life. Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Daylight Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.
Current Moon Phase for September 20th – Full Moon
Full Moon
(waning/90% illumination)
A veil of self-absorption is lifted and suddenly you gain access to an unbiased view of others. This is a rare moment when you can see yourself objectively and become aware of whether or not what you want in your heart is actually beginning to manifest in your life. Traditionally, the Full Moon phase stirs emotion, and this is because when you “see” what is happening, you may become upset if you’re experiencing the “same ole, same ole” — rather than the things you would like. If the Full Moon phase is a disappointment, on the next New Moon it’s time to take creative action in the direction of your dreams.
The Witches Almanac for Friday, September 20th
The Witches Almanac for Friday, September 20th
Friday (Venus): Love, friendship, reconciliation and beauty.
St. Eustace’s Day
Waning Moon
The Waning Moon is a time for study, meditation and little magickal work (except magick designed to banish harmful energies).
Moon Sign: Aries
Aries: Good for starting things, but lack staying power. Things occur rapidly, but quickly pass. People tend to be argumentative and assertive.
Moon Phase: Third Quarter
Incense: Yarrow
Color: Pink
Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, September 18
It feels as if love is hard to find today, but we might be pleasantly surprised if we take the time to look beyond surface appearances. We may show our displeasure by withdrawing emotionally as the somber Venus-Saturn conjunction resonates through our lives. It’s not easy to blend the affectionate warmth of Venus with the calculated coldness of Saturn. However, the compassionate Pisces Moon offers a spiritual response to more practical questions.
Aries Horoscope
(Mar 21 – Apr 19)
Withholding support from someone isn’t a good idea today even if you’re trying to send a message of disapproval. Or maybe you want to separate yourself from a project that has gone astray. In either case, your actions aren’t helpful if your responses are based on fear of the unknown. It’s more useful to honestly talk about the cause of your concerns without blaming anyone else. But don’t expect the tension to dissipate right away. Stay on your current path by working with others until you gain more clarity after tomorrow’s Full Moon.
Taurus Horoscope
(Apr 20 – May 20)
You might feel a little left out of the fun as if there’s an emotional chill in the air now that your key planet Venus is restrained by the dominance of karmic Saturn. Although you may fight against the resistance at first, letting go of control is the smartest way today to quickly turn an uncomfortable situation into a very sweet one. Give up a little independence voluntarily; it’s a small price to pay in the big scheme of things and can improve your chances of receiving the love that you desire.
Gemini Horoscope
(May 21 – Jun 20)
You may be offered a tough choice today, especially if you aren’t one to make a commitment easily. You could be very convincing as you explain your desire for intimacy, but you’ll likely retreat if someone gets too near to your heart. However, mustering up enough courage to overcome your fears is the key to happiness. Luckily, you don’t have to repeat the same old patterns just because you are scared of getting hurt. Take a leap of faith and trust the process.
Cancer Horoscope
(Jun 21 – Jul 22)
It appears that you could get the support you need from a close friend or a family member if you ask for it, so you don’t really have a logical reason to keep quiet now. Even if you can’t easily imagine that someone will actually be there for you, taking a calculated risk should turn out fine. Instead of seeing your current situation as requiring an all-or-nothing approach, try to establish enough common ground for the basis of a solid partnership. Let others nurture you the way you would nurture them.
Leo Horoscope
(Jul 23 – Aug 22)
It may be awkward to engage in a casual conversation now because your feelings might be exposed and you’re afraid that you won’t get what you want. Your unspoken fears could actually turn into a self-fulfilling prophesy today, especially if you withdraw from social interaction. Fortunately, you have the power to overcome the negativity of your own self-limiting thoughts. You can turn things around by changing your attitude and opening your heart.
Virgo Horoscope
(Aug 23 – Sep 22)
It’s time to make a crucial decision about how best to spend or save your money. But this goes much deeper than being a simple cash flow problem because the underlying issue is more likely about your self-esteem. When you realize all the skills that you have to offer, your earning power could grow quickly, so don’t fall into the trap of thinking that you’re worth any less than you actually are.
Libra Horoscope
(Sep 23 – Oct 22)
You are not inclined to waste your energy while sharing your feelings today. You are very practical when it comes to allocating your time now that your key planet Venus runs into austere Saturn in your 2nd House of Resources. You may be very rational about cutting back on frivolous pleasures to assure that you will have what you need on a rainy day. Although caution makes sense, remember that there is an unlimited supply of love, so you can always splurge where it matters most.
Scorpio Horoscope
(Oct 23 – Nov 21)
You don’t need to suffer in silence today if you’re willing to face an old fear with a new attitude. Your current isolation is probably more voluntary than you care to admit now that the sobering Venus-Saturn conjunction occurs in your sign. The current situation has very little to do with what happened to you in the past. It’s your choice; you can respond emotionally based on old worn-out habits or you can live fully in the present. Ultimately, being realistic is a much more empowering strategy than being pessimistic.
Sagittarius Horoscope
(Nov 22 – Dec 21)
Don’t be so quick to assume that your friends are putting you down today when your warped perceptions may be contributing to the dynamics. You might be so sensitive now that you’re imagining trouble, even where there isn’t any. However, it may be too late to avoid the discomfort if negativity has already been generated by your feelings of uncertainty. Instead of projecting previous failures onto others, talk about your concerns without pointing fingers at anyone else. Honest dialogue clears the air by getting everything out into the open.
Capricorn Horoscope
(Dec 22 – Jan 19)
It may be disheartening if you don’t receive the professional respect you deserve now as vulnerable Venus bumps up against your key planet Saturn. You’ve done the hard work, yet unfortunately, your ego can get in the way by tricking you to think that you should be more highly appreciated than you are. Don’t waste your time dreaming about recognition and fame. The real reward is the deep satisfaction that comes from knowing you’ve done your very best.
Aquarius Horoscope
(Jan 20 – Feb 18)
Unfortunately, there’s no room on your schedule to surrender to your desires now. Instead, you must maintain an emotionally cool and competent presence at work while sweet Venus runs into austere Saturn in your 10th House of Profession. Don’t waste energy complaining about what you’re missing; instead, get busy working on your long-term goals. Seeking personal satisfaction has to wait; being patient today is your best strategy to realizing your dreams tomorrow.
Pisces Horoscope
(Feb 19 – Mar 20)
Too much resistance from a partner doesn’t give you an excuse to go off brooding today. Don’t isolate yourself from someone you love deeply just because you think that everything isn’t perfect between you. It’s tempting to hide your head in the sand like an ostrich, but this avoidance technique is certainly not a sensible long-term solution. Facing the shortcomings of a relationship might actually put you back in touch with your heart, which in turn, could lead to an emotional healing.
Daily Cosmic Calendar for September 18
Here is day two of that preparation for the Full Moon cycle mentioned in yesterday’s calendar entry. Healing forces are definitely on the march — courtesy of the monthly lunar union with Chiron in Pisces (1:04AM) followed by their parallel (6:16AM). Don’t be shocked if mind-reading and tuning into a loved one’s deep-seated feelings becomes temporarily more prevalent. The concept of synchronicity is strongly associated with Chiron aspects. Improving your relationship with a significant other and close friends is definitely on the agenda as Pallas makes a fairly rare polarity to Juno (9:02AM) just 2+ hours before Vesta makes an off-kilter, 150-degree tie with Juno (11:47AM). When a 150-degree alignment occurs, consider ways to adjust your thoughts, feelings or attitudes in order to keep your social life peaceful and balanced. One of two, monthly trines from the Moon to Jupiter in water signs (11:17AM) adds a benevolent touch and optimistic slant to the two, Juno-endowed sky patterns. If dark and stormy clouds appear to be developing on your love and money horizons, it is due to the annual Venus-Saturn conjunction happening this year, as well as next year, in often tension-plagued Scorpio (1:55PM). While most professional astrologers will see a Venus-Saturn union as distressing — with a great potential for delays, fears, frustrations, and blocks — the fine art (Venus) of right timing (Saturn) can help you get through the thunder-and-lightning bolts in order to make peace with dear ones and be sensible about financial matters. Helping you transform the Venus-Saturn rendezvous into something useful is a supportive, 60-degree tie from Venus to Pluto (6:52PM). Early meditations for tomorrow’s Full Moon, in individual or group format, are welcome additions to the global network of bringing enlightenment to humanity and the kingdoms of nature. Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Daylight Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.
Current Moon Phase for Sept. 18 – Waxing Gibbous
Gibbous Moon
(waxing/96% illumination)
Distractions from the outside begin pressing into your world. Analysis is favored, reevaluating all the various factors you are dealing with. It’s a time to process information and effectively integrate your aims with the people in your immediate environment. This is a good time for organizing things. This Moon phase is suited for synthesis: coming up with a practical plan for getting from point A to point B. Adjustment is required.
Your Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, September 17th
We may be confused by our own desires today because they don’t necessarily fit neatly into our current set of circumstances. The Moon drifts into psychic Pisces at 9:57 am EDT, opening our intuitive channels and sensitizing us to other people’s unspoken feelings. It’s tricky to separate our emotions from those we pick up from everyone else. Fortunately, our actions reflect our words as mental Mercury forms a supportive sextile to physical Mars.
Aries Horoscope
(Mar 21 – Apr 19)
It feels as if someone is keeping a secret from you today, yet the more you try to figure it out, the farther away the truth seems to get. Instead of worrying about what you might be missing, concentrate your attention on what you do know and act accordingly. Save your detective work for another day when others are more willing to communicate. Take the high road and see who follows.
Taurus Horoscope
(Apr 20 – May 20)
Your current dilemma requires balancing your personal desires with the needs of others at work. Fortunately, you can rely on your ability to logically analyze the differences and then make decisions based upon what will work best for a larger group. Being selfish now will only create additional problems. There’s no need to panic since you’ll probably get what you want soon enough. In the meantime, show others that you can be a valuable team player by jumping in to help.
Gemini Horoscope
(May 21 – Jun 20)
You may not have the freedom to express your feelings at work today. There could be unexpected consequences if you go ahead and say what’s on your mind, but you might choose to speak your peace anyhow. Although you aren’t responsible for the reactions of anyone else, you still need to get your job done on time. If you want other people’s cooperation, take a deep breath and consider their feelings first.
Cancer Horoscope
(Jun 21 – Jul 22)
Making travel plans for the future is tricky business today since you are likely to aspire toward more extravagance than you can actually afford. Unrealistic dreams could come crashing down to earth if you try to cover too much ground or spend too much money. Instead of running into an insurmountable obstacle, it’s smarter now to rein in your vision of an idealistic getaway. Keep it real in order to make it possible.
Leo Horoscope
(Jul 23 – Aug 22)
Your need for intimacy might create situations that ultimately make you feel uncomfortable today. It’s not that you want to avoid getting closer to someone you truly admire; it’s just that you don’t like limiting your options. Focus your attention on what you are experiencing in the present moment instead of dreaming about indefinite possibilities that may or may not happen sometime in the future. Be here now.
Virgo Horoscope
(Aug 23 – Sep 22)
Although you logically know what’s best for you, you’re still confused when people tell you what they want today. But listening to someone else doesn’t have to change what you already know about yourself, even if you are more sensitive to the needs of your partner now than to your own desires. Remember, you can be available to others while still taking care of yourself.
Libra Horoscope
(Sep 23 – Oct 22)
It’s complicated to figure out what is expected of you at work today, but that might not prevent you from trying to do what’s right. Don’t worry about the reactions of your associates, since they probably won’t tell you what they’re really thinking anyhow. Accept the fact that others may hide their true feelings because they don’t want to stir up the waters any more than necessary. You can’t go wrong if you act for the greater good of everyone involved.
Scorpio Horoscope
(Oct 23 – Nov 21)
A romantic attraction might make you feel a bit unstable today as the Moon slips into your 5th House of Love and Play. It’s natural for your feelings to swing one way and then the other as you play out the possibilities in your mind. It’s okay to acknowledge that you really don’t know what’s best, even if you want to arrive at a final conclusion now. Ease up on the controls for a while and just observe your changing moods. You’re better off postponing a relationship decision for a couple of days and enjoying the ride.
Sagittarius Horoscope
(Nov 22 – Dec 21)
Unresolved feelings about a family member may instigate a minor crisis at home today. You might try to ignore the issue by focusing on your work responsibilities, but this will probably just make matters worse. There’s no need to add to the tension with your denial when you can simply discuss your concerns without taking control of the situation. Remember, you don’t need to have all the answers at this time; just showing up is enough to make others happy.
Capricorn Horoscope
(Dec 22 – Jan 19)
Your desire to micromanage your schedule today creates more problems than it solves. Unfortunately, others may not be willing to blindly go along with your plans and there isn’t a lot that you can say or do to change their minds. Ironically, loosening your grip on the reins could actually help you to get what you want faster than you might expect.
Aquarius Horoscope
(Jan 20 – Feb 18)
A financial decision that has been weighing heavily on your mind might be resolved today in a single instant. You may have a sudden flash of inspiration that enables you to clearly see the solution that you were missing. When you realize that the issue is less about money and more about what you value, the logical choice will become crystal clear. It’s not the bottom line that counts now; it’s the feeling you have at the bottom of your heart.
Pisces Horoscope
(Feb 19 – Mar 20)
Your emotional inconsistency could be driving someone crazy today, even if you aren’t aware of your erratic behavior. Others might currently see you as irresponsible; however, you think that you know what you want and are willing to follow through with your plan to accomplish your goals. Nevertheless, your feelings are unsettled now that the Moon is back in your sign, and it would be wise to wait until after the Full Moon on Thursday before you make a major commitment. In the meantime, cultivate your dreams and see what develops.
Your Weekly Love Horoscopes for Sept. 16th – 22nd
Love is serious business this week. Wednesday’s conjunction of Venus to Saturn in Scorpio suggests it’s time to move past any surface-level or lighthearted romantic ideology. The universe wants to know whether or not your love has what it takes to survive the depths of despair together. Staying together is easy when times are good, but the true test of a partnership happens during the bad times. Venus and Saturn together in Scorpio will symbolize a major awakening that revolves around the durability of your romantic bond — even through the darkness. Still, don’t assume that you’ll experience a rough patch with your mate. If you know your love is solid, this week appears to reinforce that. Venus will also be at a perfect sextile to Pluto, assuring that the more open you are to being vulnerable with your partner, the more transcendental your union can truly be.
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
Fearless communication will be the hallmark of your love life early in the week. On Tuesday, a gorgeous link between Mercury and Mars may prompt you to talk to your lover about sex. Is there a discrepancy between your respective needs in the bedroom? Do you have a fantasy that you’ve always wanted your mate to participate in? If so, this will be the time to speak up. Adding to the strong support of intimate conversation is Wednesday’s conjunction of Venus and Saturn in your 8th House of Shared Resources. Repressing deep sexual needs will only add tension to your relationship. It’s time to open up.
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)
Things between you and your partner will likely come to a head this week. Saturn, the planet of limitation and tests, has been touring your 7th House of Relationships since October 2012. This signals a karmic cycle where any existing partnership may endure tests that help you to decipher how viable your relationship truly is. If you’ve been feeling the tension lately, Wednesday might be a turning point — for better or worse. Venus and Saturn will collide in your 7th House of Relationships. If you’re not feeling appreciated by your mate, you’ll make your feelings known.
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)
If you’re single and looking for love, this week will be the perfect time to ask someone out on a first date, or to indulge in some flirty communication! On Tuesday, Mercury, in your 5th House of Love and Pleasure, will be at a perfect sextile to Mars, in your 3rd House of Communication. This is your chance to make a bold statement to someone special and be confident that it’ll get you noticed! Most likely, it’ll be in a positive way, thanks to the added support of the Sun moving into your 5th House of Love and Pleasure by Sunday. Make love happen!
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)
Whether you’re in a relationship or not, matters of the heart are certain to weigh heavily on your mind this week. If you’re single, it’s possible that you’ll feel that extra pang of loneliness due to Wednesday’s connection of Venus to Saturn in your 5th House of Love and Pleasure. The lesson is not to resign yourself to negative, depressed notions of your love potential. Rather, now is the time for you to make a resolute declaration about what you will and won’t put up with in order to feel loved. If you’re attached, Venus and Saturn will both connect to Pluto in your 7th House of Relationships this week, offering the opportunity to give serious consideration to your commitment. Remember: We accept the love we think we deserve.
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)
These days, your love life and your family life might not exactly blend perfectly together. If you’re dating someone new and have recently brought your sweetheart to a domestic function, you may have the clear feeling that your lover and your clan aren’t hitting it off. This sticky situation might weigh heavily on you, particularly on Wednesday, as Venus and Saturn connect in your 4th House of Home and Family Life. The best thing you can do now is avoid trying to force the issue. That will only make someone you love feel alienated. Thursday’s Full Moon in your 8th House of Deep Transformation might stir up your deeper emotional side. Are you willing to really let love in?
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
Speaking from the heart might not be as easy as you think, but when it comes to love it’s the only way. On Wednesday, Venus and Saturn will link up in your 3rd House of Communication, making it clear that whatever you convey about love is anything but superficial. If you’re feeling insecure about communicating your feelings to someone special, ask yourself why this is the case. What are you afraid of? Rejection is always the chance we take when we open our hearts, but if you’re not willing to take the risk, you’ll never experience the joy that love has to offer. Thursday’s Full Moon in your 7th House of Relationships amplifies the sensitive attention you’ll have in a partnership matter.
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Ever-concerned about relationships and your place in them, Libra, these days you’re able to effectively communicate what you need in a union. This is a welcome change of pace, because you’re typically so concerned with what the other person requires, often at the cost of yourself. On Tuesday, Mercury in Libra will be at a fine angle to Mars, which gives courageous communication in a social, nonthreatening way. If single, you might reach out to someone new and initiate a conversation on a social media or Internet dating site. You have nothing to lose! In fact, with the Sun entering your sign on Sunday, all eyes will surely be on you.
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
A significant turning point in your love life is possible this week. You’re certainly not in the mood to play games, and if you suspect that your lover is, well, you’re just not having it. A sober conjunction between Venus and Saturn in Scorpio on Wednesday screams that you want to be taken seriously when it comes to love. You’re not the type who will settle for an arm candy relationship, and these days superficiality is an even greater turn off. On Thursday, a Full Moon in your 5th House of Romance will make it perfectly clear to your lover that if you can’t have it all, you’d rather have nothing.
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
The pangs of unrequited love may be especially harsh this week. On Wednesday, Venus and Saturn will connect in your 12th House of Privacy — which is also associated with isolation and anxiety. With this combination, romantic feelings you have for someone that have clearly been restricted from expression might leave you more wistful than usual. Try not to spend the entire week moping over lost opportunity or regretting words that you may or may not have spoken to this person. Recognize that it’s time to move on. What’s meant to be yours will not pass you by.
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
Friendship and love are not two mutually exclusive relationships in your book — especially these days. With Venus traveling through your 11th House of Friends and Associations until October 7, you’ll pay careful attention to the level of camaraderie you have with a potential love interest. If there’s one particular friend you’ve had for ages, it’s possible that you’re fraught with romantic feelings for him or her. On Wednesday, Venus and Saturn will connect in your 11th House of Friends and Associations and it may be time for you to take a deep breath and reveal your sentiments. Worrying about rejection or that it may change your friendship with this person is pointless now. Be honest with yourself: It already has.
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
Your point of view may change this week, thanks to the influence of your partner. He or she may expose you to a previously unchartered philosophy, religion or other school of thought. If so, you’ll feel extremely stimulated by the newfound awareness. You’ll ask the big questions and will attempt to answer them together. The best part, however, is that you’re not as concerned about the answers as you are about the journey you’ll take that will lead you towards them. Lucky for you, your mate feels the exact same way. Enjoy the mental simpatico.
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
You’ll be extra sensitive this week, thanks to Thursday’s Full Moon in your sign. You’ll be emotionally open, for sure, and extremely sentimental. This will translate into your love life as you’ll feel an even deeper yearning to share unconditional, soul-mate, fairy-tale romance with someone special. In fact, by Sunday, when the Sun enters your 8th House of Intimacy, you’ll be ready to share yourself completely with a lover. Body and soul. That’s the sexual experience you’ll crave. Luckily, now you’ve got every chance to capture it. If, however, you’re with someone who leaves your physical and spiritual cup empty, you might decide to make a change. Above all, be true to yourself.
Daily Cosmic Calendar for September 17th
With the next Full Moon occurring on Thursday, today and tomorrow become the monthly, 48-hour time-period of preparation for the enlightening spiritual vibrations getting ready to descend from the higher planes of divinity into human consciousness. Thirteen times in every calendar year, this sacred and mostly invisible process takes place — although over the past hundred years, there are now many groups that actively congregate, in a positive manner, to help bring through these exalted vibrations as purely as possible. Providing an early support system for this preparation cycle is this morning’s Mercury-Mars 60-degree contact (12:18AM) followed shortly by a nurturing Venus-Ceres contra-parallel (1:49AM). Nevertheless, both of these aspects occur while the Moon may be laboring in a void uncertainty zone in Aquarius. A more confusing, chaotic situation can develop when Vesta in Virgo makes a fairly rare opposition to Neptune in Pisces (6:35AM). Keep your valuables and assets safe and secure. The Moon’s entry into Pisces (6:59AM) is the monthly reminder to be more compassionate and empathic to the truly needy and disenfranchised. Steer clear of mental fatigue as Pallas forms an off-kilter, 150-degree tie with sometimes loopy Neptune (8:28AM). On the other hand, enhancing your creative imagination and psychic abilities later on fits right into the monthly union of the Moon with Neptune in Pisces (12:39PM). Experiment with a digital or video camera for fun or profit. Make a note or record especially significant dreams and visions that have set your mind ablaze during the last few days. If you are reasonable and careful, you may be able to mix business with some moderate types of pleasure as the Moon trines Venus (8:16PM) and Saturn (9:34PM) — two celestial bodies that are on the verge of uniting in Scorpio tomorrow. Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Daylight Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.
Current Moon Phase for September 17th – Waxing Gibbous
Gibbous Moon
(waxing/88% illumination)
Distractions from the outside begin pressing into your world. Analysis is favored, reevaluating all the various factors you are dealing with. It’s a time to process information and effectively integrate your aims with the people in your immediate environment. This is a good time for organizing things. This Moon phase is suited for synthesis: coming up with a practical plan for getting from point A to point B. Adjustment is required.
The Witches Spell for Sept. 17th – Spell To Keep Evil Away
Spell To Keep Evil Away
Items You Need:
Black candle Salt Water SageBlack Cord
This spell can be done as a general insurance policy and the black cord can be put on your altar or in a bag hung up over the entrance to your home. If you truly feel under attack, you can use a long cord and wrap it around your waist (under your clothes) or use a short one and tie it around one wrist. To make it extra powerful, use three thin cords and braid them together as you perform the spell.
Use as needed, but this spell is best casted under a New Moon in a formally cast circle. Place all the spell ingredients on an altar or table in front of you, light the candle, and do the actions one by one as you recite the spell.
(Sprinkle Salt on the Cord)
Avert, avert, avert, I say
With power of earth, block evil’s sway.
(Sprinkle Water on Cord)
Avert, avert, avert, I say
Water clear, wash evil away.
(Hold Cord Carefully Over Candle Flame)
Avert, avert, avert, I say
Fire’s heat it must obey.
(Light sage, and waft the smoke over the cord)
Avert, avert, avert, I say
Air protects me as I pray.
(If Planning To Wear Cord, Put It On Now, Otherwise Hold It in Your Hand)
Avert, avert, avert, I say
Safe I am and safe I’ll stay
So Mote It Be
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Book of Shadows Blessings
BOOK OF SHADOWS BLESSING
Preparation: At the time of the Full Moon, take your Book of Shadows (one that hasn’t been written in yet) and some incense (pennyroyal, anise or rue) outside.
Ritual: Under the light of the Full Moon, draw a pentagram on the first page and under this write the following information: date, time, place, your magical name (and sigil if you have one), the moon’s phase and any other info you feel is important. Hold the book up to the Moon and say:
“Here as the Full Moon shines upon me, Bless this Book I’ve made tonight. I humbly ask this of thee, Underneath your most sacred light.”
Book Blessing 2
BOOK BLESSING
Hearken as the Witch’s word Calls the lady and the lord Moon above and earth below Sky’s cool blue and sun’s hot glow In this right and ready hour Fill these pages with thy power May no unprepared eye to see The secrets which trusted be To I who walk the hidden road To find the hearthstone’s calm abode Guardians from the four directions Hear me and lend thy protection May these truths of Earth and skies Shaded be from prying eyes But to the witches whose map this be May the way be plain to see And through all the coming ages May we find home in these pages So mote it be!Feng Shui News for August 14th – 'Harvest Moon'
According to the Native American calendar, September is the time of the ‘harvest moon,’ or the period described as the ‘Moon of the Black Cherries. In fact, this month has many floral associations with the blackberry. When taken according to directions, Blackberry Flower Essence is believed to alter patterns or obstacles that are keeping you from achieving your most dearly held dreams. In fact, it is said that imbibing Blackberry Flower Essence can greatly assist you in manifesting whatever you want. The remedy goes on to promise that the person who can’t seem to get out of their own head (or their own way) could benefit from the positive results associated with this blackberry remedy. This is what Native Americans call ‘Moon Magic’ at its best.
By Ellen Whitehurst for Astrology.com
Today's Tarot Card for September 14th is The Sun
The Sun
Saturday, Sep 14th, 2013
What has traditionally been known as the Sun card is about the self — who you are and how you cultivate your personality and character. The earth revolves around the sun to make up one year of a person’s life, a fact we celebrate on our birthday.
The Sun card could also be titled “Back to Eden.” The Sun’s radiance is where one’s original nature or unconditioned Being can be encountered in health and safety. The limitations of time and space are stripped away; the soul is refreshed and temporarily protected from the chaos outside the garden walls.
Under the light of the Sun, Life reclaims its primordial goodness, truth and beauty. If one person is shown on this card, it is usually signifying a human incarnation of the Divine. When two humans are shown, the image is portraying a resolution of the tension between opposites at all levels. It’s as if this card is saying “You can do no wrong — it’s all to the good!”
Daily Horoscopes for Saturday, September 14th
Our drive to get ahead motivates us to take on extra responsibilities now that the ambitious Capricorn Moon harmonizes with the efficient Virgo Sun. But inflexibility with regard to our goals triggers arguments as insistent Mercury squares unrelenting Pluto. Meanwhile, a smooth trine from impudent Mars to radical Uranus can free us from our fixed ideas. Holding onto the status quo is useful only to a point; knowing when to let go is crucial.
Aries Horoscope
(Mar 21 – Apr 19)
You may have trouble containing yourself because you’re so eager for action. Macho Mars combines forces with shocking Uranus today, zapping you with lightning bolts of awareness and jolting your system awake. Thankfully, you’re also connected to your inner spirituality in a profound way now, so your passionate nature can be very inspiring to others. Concentrate on projecting the positive potential without trying to prove that your way is the only path to success.
Taurus Horoscope
(Apr 20 – May 20)
Everything seems to make sense in your fantasies today as long as you don’t try to explain them to someone else. The earthy Capricorn Moon soothes your emotions and prompts you to pick a conservative path to achieving your goals. However, a friend may encourage you to break a rule or a family member might inspire you to take an even greater risk. Obviously you respect the opinions of those you love, but it’s wiser to accept the challenge of being independent in your thoughts and actions now. Only your heart knows what’s best for you.
Gemini Horoscope
(May 21 – Jun 20)
Your current interests may be part of a grand scheme today; nevertheless, you could run into a tough opponent if you are overly controlling in your approach to working with others. Don’t waste your limited time and energy trying to convince someone to support your plan. Instead, channel all your mind’s power into your most immediate goal and don’t stop until you’ve made real progress. Knowing what to do is easier when you have your priorities in order.
Cancer Horoscope
(Jun 21 – Jul 22)
You may be dreaming about doing something outrageous that scares you as much as it excites you. Although risk-taking could provoke anxiety, you should be able to get away with unorthodox behavior since you’re receiving cosmic assistance from the radically expressive Mars-Uranus trine. However, you still must come out and tell others what you want. You’re more likely to get what you need if you initiate bold action rather than just waiting for lightning to strike.
Leo Horoscope
(Jul 23 – Aug 22)
You want to be acknowledged at work today and you’re ready to take additional risks to be noticed. Paradoxically, you may feel more secure in your position now, even if you’re already living close to the edge. Although you may be confident about your current direction, pressuring others with your ideas could cause your plan to backfire. Explain your strategy, but then wait to see how everyone reacts before taking your next step. The feedback you receive could make all the difference in the world.
Virgo Horoscope
(Aug 23 – Sep 22)
You don’t want to keep your fears quiet now, even if you’re worried that giving them voice will just make you more vulnerable. Thankfully, there is nothing wrong with admitting to feeling scared. After a while, your apprehension may begin to disperse without encountering the problem that you previously thought was inevitable. Sharing your concerns with a trustworthy friend should calm your nerves. Sometimes a supportive shoulder is all you need.
Libra Horoscope
(Sep 23 – Oct 22)
You prefer to be busy today, yet you also might grow weary of jumping through one hoop after another. If you don’t burn up all of your energy in the morning, you will still have some creative juice left over for later in the day. Instead of panicking because you think that time is running out, slow down, engage reality and take control of your day. You are the master of your own destiny.
Scorpio Horoscope
(Oct 23 – Nov 21)
You feel a thrill when flirting with the edge today, whether bungee jumping, ending a relationship or moving to a new location. It’s impossible to ignore your impulses as your ruling planet Mars urges you to try something you’ve never done before. Unfortunately, once you step beyond the proverbial point of no return, you may not be able to change your mind. Find ways to shake things up without necessarily turning your entire life upside down.
Sagittarius Horoscope
(Nov 22 – Dec 21)
It’s easy to rationalize what you are doing now, as long as it’s part of a familiar pattern. The Moon is visiting your 6th House of Daily Routine today, reflecting light on all of your habits. Nevertheless, you have important choices to make that can be based totally on intuition and inner guidance. Don’t engage in endless analysis and conversations that go nowhere. Pay attention to the sensations in your gut and do what feels best.
Capricorn Horoscope
(Dec 22 – Jan 19)
Your friends may encourage you to step back from your responsibilities today and do something that is quite out of character. But the point is not to avoid your current obligations; a happy medium can be found by being adaptable enough to pursue unscheduled fun along the way. You can always finish your chores later in the evening or even first thing tomorrow morning if necessary. Taking time for a bit of enjoyment might be exactly what you need to recharge your batteries.
Aquarius Horoscope
(Jan 20 – Feb 18)
You have a number of projects you want to complete this weekend before you return to work. But your day isn’t likely to play out the same way as the one you envisioned. There are just too many unknown variables still up in the air and you must go along with the uncertainty or you’ll have a rough time getting along with others. Remaining open to any last minute changes can turn a frustrating day into one filled with excitement and love.
Pisces Horoscope
(Feb 19 – Mar 20)
You might believe you already know what others want before they even ask for it. Nevertheless, it’s wise to wait until someone articulates his or her needs today, instead of jumping to a faulty conclusion. It’s disheartening if an ally says no to your great ideas, even if it’s apparent to you that he or she lacks vision. Nevertheless, fretting about the situation is simply a waste of your time. Let the energy sit and see how everyone feels next week. You know your heart is in the right place.
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