The Witches Almanac for *Sunday, December 9th

The Witches Almanac for *Sunday, December 9^th

**Sunday (Sun): Healing, spirituality, success, strength and protection.

Hanukkah Begins

Moon Sign: *Libra

**Libra: Favors cooperation, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance and partnership.

*Waning Moon

**Waning Moon (from the Full Moon to the New): is a time for study, meditation and little magickal work (except magick designed to banish harmful energies).

Moon Enter *Scorpio 4:50 p.m.

**Scorpio: Increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crises and ends connection thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive.

Moon Phase: Fourth Quarter

Incense: Frankincense

Color: Gold

Winter Pictures

Your Love Horoscopes for the Weekend of December 7 – 9

Weekend Love Horoscopes

December 7 – 9: Ride the Wild Wave

Jeff Jawer on the topics of love, horoscopes, astrology

The Moon’s entry into sociable Libra on Friday should make for a romantic weekend. However, the harmony sought in this fair-minded sign may be shaken by shocking surprises on Friday night with a lunar opposition to unpredictable Uranus. Sudden changes of plans or shifts of mood can unnerve even the coolest customer. However, those who are willing to break habits and explore alternative ways to connect with their partner or experiment with unconventional approaches in the pursuit of someone new will be rewarded.

Flexibility is a key to riding this wild wave of change without being sideswiped by unanticipated events. Getting physical by tackling challenging projects and engaging in outdoor activities are good options for tapping into the strong dose of energy delivered by the Moon’s stressful square with macho Mars on Saturday. Combining forces to take on a difficult task is safer than letting competitiveness get out of hand.

Sure, pushing hard is exciting now, but coming out on top and acting like a winner can make the other person feel like a loser. Passions increase on Sunday afternoon, when the Moon moves into formidable Scorpio. It’s not a time when teasing will be taken lightly, but the intensity serves those well who dig deeply in pursuit of emotional truth and the intimacy it often brings.

Your Horoscope Holiday Heads-Up

Cait Johnson

Each sign of the zodiac embodies certain challenges and qualities. When we know what these are, our horoscope sun sign can give us such a useful heads-up on some things to watch out for in this sometimes-stressful holiday season! For instance, is your sign prone to over-socializing? You may want to rethink going to that thirteenth party. Does your sign need to run the show? You might delegate some of the responsibility before you burn right out.

Find out what your horoscope can tell you about the best way to have truly happy holidays. We even include a helpful holiday affirmation for each sun sign, right here:

Aries, March 21-April 19: Watch out for your tendency to think that only you can do everything: avoid holiday burn-out by delegating responsibilities whenever you can. And be sure to get plenty of outdoor exercise to help keep your fiery nature on an even keel: you don’t want an angry remark of yours to cause any rifts this holiday season. The holidays will still be beautiful even if everything doesn’t get done.

Taurus, April 20-May 21: Be aware that you can get just a little set in your ways around seasonal traditions. This year, try something new! Even if it only involves buying a tree you can plant after the holidays rather than a cut tree, or using your grandmother’s tablecloth on the festive table rather than the one you’ve used for years, remember: Change is good: embrace it.

Gemini, May 22-June 20: Be sure to take time as often as possible to ground and center yourself so that you can be deeply present in the moment rather than flitting from thing to thing. The deepest and most meaningful experiences are often found in stillness.

Cancer, June 21-July 22: This year, do what you can to accept and love your sensitive self as fully as possible; cultivate a positive relationship with the image in your mirror no matter how many cups of eggnog or slices of mince pie you consume. Remember, the body is the home and sanctuary of the soul. And there‘s no place like home.

Leo, July 23- Aug 22: This year, you may want to try creating opportunities for others to shine as brightly as you do: try coaching a children’s choir, or getting a group together to put on a benefit performance for a worthy cause. When we encourage others to glow, the whole world grows a little brighter.

Virgo, Aug 23-Sept 22: Your attention to detail could get compulsive unless you take some time to deeply enjoy the pleasures of the season. You might want to read up on essential oils or herbs that are seasonal allies. The earth and all her gifts are sacred and give me comfort.

Libra, Sept 23-Oct 22: Wanting to be all things to all people could lead you into an exhausting round of social obligations unless you set time aside for your own peace of mind. Maintaining a personal sense of balance is my most important task. It is not my sole responsibility to create harmony in every social situation.

Scorpio, Oct 23-Nov 21: Your easily-offended nature will have many opportunities to take umbrage unless you detach and try not to take things so personally during the festive season. Find heart’s ease in the deeper spiritual meaning of the holidays.

Sagittarius, Nov 22-Dec 21: Be wary of spreading yourself so thin and being the sparkling light in so many people’s lives that you neglect your own fire. Rekindle your spirit’s flame in the soothing dark and silence.

Capricorn, Dec 22-Jan 19: If you feel you must work hard and harder during the holidays, please do yourself and your loved ones a favor and take a break. Simply being, not producing or doing, is my first priority.

Aquarius, Jan 20-Feb 18: Be sure to set aside enough quiet time with your nearest and dearest; use your imagination to invent meaningful activities to share with those you love. I can use my creativity in the service of deeper connection with my loved ones.

Pisces, Feb 19-March 20: Your empathy with the sufferings of others will simply bring everyone around you down unless you find ways to channel it helpfully. Find something you can do on a local level to reach out and be of service. I can share in human joys as well as human suffering.

Lunar Influences

Lunar Influences

New Moon – marks the beginning or ritual works which is positive in nature and the beginning of growth.
Full Moon – marks the peak of power. All things are focused and Concentrated.
Waning Moon – marks negative and destructive energies.
Aries, Leo, Sag. – The moon in these signs accents rituals of love or friendship.
Taurus, Virgo, Cap. – The moon in these signs accents rituals of astral dealing and Spirit workings.
Cancer, Scorpio, – The moon in these signs accents rituals, which involve subconscious
Pisces – workings and psychic attack.

Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Gemini Horoscopes

Chatter up a storm during November’s Full Moon Eclipse

Jeff Jawer on the topics of moon, lunar eclipse, gemini, full moon, astrology

Get ready to deal with information overload! The Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in loquacious Gemini on November 28 opposes the Sun in opinionated Sagittarius, and all this outgoing energy is going to get noisy.

We can expect words, words and more words as expansive Jupiter in Gemini is joined with the Moon. Much of what we hear will be chatter that’s more distraction than useful data. And economic news could make headlines as valuable Venus joins stingy Saturn in Scorpio.

The key message of this Lunar Eclipse is to let go of old ideas and fears to come up with fresh, creative concepts for the future. Get more insight for planning ahead, see how this Full Moon Eclipse will affect your sign:

Aries (March 21 – April 19)

Less talk and more action are called for with this Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in your 3rd House of Communication. Don’t get jumpy if you hear bad news or fall for any of your own fatalistic thinking. Cutting connections with worrisome people who keep pointing back to the past is a good step toward discovering a more desirable picture of the future. Fresh sources of information can be inspirational.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

Some old ideas about money and property may keep you from fulfilling your potential. Cut financial losses now instead of holding on with unfounded hope that they will magically turn around. Sure, it’s hard to let go of investments, objects and values that have a strong hold on you, but economic times are a changing with this Lunar Eclipse in your 2nd House of Resources and Income.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

This Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Gemini signals a need for simplicity. There may be too many ideas, connections, conversations and speculations going on in your mind to see clearly enough to make good decisions. Less information will serve you better than more, and fewer options produce sharp thinking. Reduce data and streamline systems to pull your head out of the clouds and put your feet on solid ground.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

This Full Moon in chatty Gemini is a Lunar Eclipse in your 12th House of Unfinished Business. The demands, needs and questions of others can make it hard for you to stand up and take control of your life. It may be time to shut the door, turn off the phone and stop answering e-mails for a while. The answers you seek come from within and from spiritual guidance, but you need some peace and quiet to hear them.

Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22)

Your obligations within groups and the distractions of friends and colleagues could be reaching a breaking point. This Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in your 11th House of Organizations suggests that you may be spreading yourself too thin. Making priorities regarding your needs and desires helps you to cut through the clutter and recognize what activities you can eliminate to streamline your life.

Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22)

This Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in diverse Gemini lands in your 10th House of Career and Public Obligations, which could overload you with too many tasks. You don’t like losing focus and being unable to operate at your best, so this event is a reminder to consider resetting your priorities. Doing one job at the highest skill level possible will be more rewarding than spreading yourself too thin.

Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)

Travel plans and educational expectations could be complicated with this Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in your 9th House of Higher Learning and Faraway Places. Simplifying your schedule is one way to reduce the chances of wearing yourself out or wasting opportunities. More is not better now, so don’t allow lesser activities to distract you from the ones reflect your higher aspirations.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)

It is decision time for you in emotional and financial partnerships. This Lunar Eclipse in your 8th House of Deep Sharing is a signal to get off the fence and make a tough choice or two. This usually isn’t your problem, but the options you face within current relationships or in pursuing new ones may be overwhelming. Focus on your basic needs and you’ll find a clearer path toward satisfaction.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)

Relationships may be shaken by this Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in your 7th House of Partners. It occurs in the chatty sign of Gemini, which can distract you with ideas and words that sound good, but which may not take you where you want to go. This is a time to trust your gut instincts and act on them because a wrong turn of your own choice is more easily corrected than going along on someone else’s ride.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)

Work-related issues may come to a critical turning point with this Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in your 6th House of Employment. You’re not the type to seek the easy way out, but you could be following a path of least resistance on the job that’s not taking you where you want to go. Adapting to others is necessary in life, but you may have given up too much ground and finally need to take a stand.

Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)

Cutting down on the variety of creative plans in your mind is a good way to turn at least one of them into reality. This Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in diverse Gemini falls in your 5th House of Self-Expression, where eliminating a collection of potential projects puts all of your eggs in one solid basket. Romance also benefits by setting priorities and concentrating your attention where your desire is strongest.

Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)

Family matters and home-related issues require some clarity and cleaning up with this Lunar Eclipse in your domestic 4th House of Home. This is also a Full Moon in jittery Gemini that can easily distract your attention from career and other public responsibilities. Actions speak louder than words when dealing with concerns in your household, so make a tough decision or two and get on with your life.

Your Love Horoscopes for the Week of November 26th

The week may get off to a slow start socially with needy Venus joining grumpy Saturn on Monday and Mercury barely moving as it turns direct. But the good news is that any self-doubt or possible lack of affection is a fast-moving trend. The diversity-seeking Gemini Full Moon Lunar Eclipse on Wednesday is bound to bring interesting news and sudden surprises to shake things up. Venus’ sweet sextile with passionate Mars on Thursday starts a warming trend heading into the weekend that could lead to some cozy and cuddly experiences.

Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Your intensity could be off the charts early in the week as your irrepressible ruling planet Mars joins potent Pluto on Tuesday. Taming your temper is a key to pushing your agenda without putting other people off. It’s especially important to be tender this weekend as the caring Cancer Moon makes you more desirable when you show your vulnerable side. Exposing your innermost secrets might feel risky but is a major step toward creating intimacy with someone you love.

Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

Facing a serious issue in relationships, whether you are already in one or looking for one, is likely this week when your amorous ruling planet Venus joins responsible Saturn in your 7th House of Partners on Monday. Setting boundaries and clarifying goals may not seem like friendly behavior, but is a must to building trust or recognizing when it’s time for a change. Dealing with reality now puts you on solid ground, allowing you to play more freely later after the hard work is done.

Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

Conversations and connections that have been put on hold for too long may finally start moving this week now that Messenger Mercury is turning forward on Monday, after three weeks in reverse. Wednesday’s Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in your sign is another signal that you’re ready to let go of the past and head in a new direction. It’s smart, though, to narrow your social focus instead of scattering your attention with too many activities. Visualize your destination and move toward it with determination.

Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

Wednesday’s Full Moon Lunar Eclipse lands in your 12th House of Old Business, inspiring sentimental journeys of the heart. Memories of the past could trigger feelings of regret, but this is a reminder to close a door and move forward with your personal life. Fresh energy arrives with the lunar transit into your tender sign on Friday, attracting attention in your direction and putting your feelings on display this weekend. Stay up late and socialize if you can, as sweet Venus and sexy Mars are adding a bit of spice to heat things up.

Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

Secrets could erupt into the open when mouthy Mercury turns forward in your 4th House of Roots on Monday. Yet even if you’re able to keep a lid on private matters, you may be profoundly moved by a forgotten event that replays again in your mind now. Mulling over the past and repairing rocky relationships might be your next best step. Keeping out of the spotlight this weekend gives you the time and space you need to heal.

Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Communicative Mercury turns direct on Monday, slowly picking up the pace of conversations and connections in the days to come. Friends are the key to your personal life this weekend with the nurturing Cancer Moon moving into your 11th House of Groups on Friday. Playing with pals or working as part of a team is a great way to socialize in low stress situations. Being comfortable increases your self-confidence, empowering you to take a relationship to the next level.

Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Taking a realistic look at your relationships is important on Monday when your magnetic ruling planet Venus joins serious Saturn. Making a stand is essential for getting the respect that you deserve and enables you to establish clear ground rules that build trust. Venus is more playful on Wednesday and Thursday, stirring the spicy side of your personality. A little mid-week adventure makes you feel desirable in ways that last.

Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

If there’s any ambiguity in your relationship life, it’s likely to reach a turning point this week. Wednesday’s Gemini Full Moon Lunar Eclipse falls in your 8th House of Deep Sharing where issues arise around intimacy. Although discussions with a pal or partner could go on endlessly, it’s time to narrow your focus, make a hard choice and move forward. You don’t need to have everything go your way to be happy, but you must be clear about what you want for any chance of satisfaction now. The Moon shifts into watery Cancer on Friday, giving you a chance this weekend to connect with someone on a deeper emotional level.

Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You could reach a significant turning point in your relationships with the Gemini Full Moon Lunar Eclipse landing in your 7th House of Partners on Wednesday. If you’ve been careless in your commitments or too casual in your choices, this is the moment when you become aware of it. The good news is that you’re emotionally ready for a breakthrough that can clear up confusion in your current situation and will put you on a surer path toward a happier future.

Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

The advice of a friend can be critical this week as resourceful Venus joins your ruling planet Saturn on Monday. This is a wake-up call for clarity that occurs in your 11th House of Groups, so you don’t need to figure everything out on your own. If you’ve lost trust in someone, resentment makes it very difficult to get it back. Don’t close down unless you’re truly ready to shut someone out of your life. Happily, the weekend holds potential for affectionate moments with the tender Cancer Moon in the picture.

Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

If you’ve been taking love lightly and fooling someone or yourself about your feelings, you may be surprised by unusual events this week. On Wednesday the Gemini Full Moon Lunar Eclipse lands in your 5th House of Romance, which can put an end to silly games once and for all. But if you’ve been overly serious about the ways you express yourself, you might discover some youthful exuberance that allows you to have fun without worrying too much about the outcome.

Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

The Moon slips into caring Cancer and your 5th House of Romance on Friday, motivating you to wear your heart on your sleeve. You’re ready to open up and express emotions more freely when you’re in a familiar situation and with people you trust. This isn’t about sharing sad stories; it’s about being playful now and having fun. The key to creating this joyful atmosphere is to live in the moment without regrets about the past or worries about the future.

Hot Topic – Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Gemini Horoscopes

Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Gemini Horoscopes

Chatter up a storm during November’s Full Moon Eclipse

Jeff Jawer on the topics of moon, lunar eclipse, gemini, full moon, astrology

The key message of this Lunar Eclipse is to let go of old ideas and fears to come up with fresh, creative concepts for the future. See how this Full Moon Eclipse will affect your sign: