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Astrology and Aromatherapy by Lynne Crandall

"There are more things

on heaven and earth than

are dreamt of in your

 philosophy, Horatio." 

From  Hamlet

(I, v, 166-167) Shakespeare

Weekly Astrology Column 

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Week of August 4, 2008

See my updated astrology blog on the August eclipses

Week of July 14, 2008

Aries

The Full Moon at 26 degrees of Capricorn on Friday will show you that decisions about your career is a priority.  This is a great week for communication, especially for home and family matters.  A number of situations may improve between you and loved ones.  You may feel impatient with all the emotions everyone is expressing but they just want to enjoy family closeness.  Work and business projects go exceptionally well.  A matter that was important to you in the early 1990's may reappear for more consideration.

Taurus

The Full Moon on Friday is in the serious and business savvy sign of Capricorn.  You may want to bring someone at a distance closer or find a way to make them part of your daily life.  Independent business contracts may also become more important.  After a serious break from a very difficult situation, its time to spiff up your home and you may even decide its time to throw a party. 

Gemini

A financial matter may demand your attention so get ready for a shift.  You've got family matters on your mind and this week you can make major progress and stabilize your life if you make good use of the communication opportunities.  An invitation may come to get out to a glamorous club or restaurant so get on your glamorous threads and get out with the local glitterati.

Cancer

The Full Moon in your seventh house of partnership, marriage, and legal matters may mean a partnership matter is changing.  A serious and business savvy partner may demand that you meet financial bottom lines.  This is not a problem but the matter may involve a recent break from a family member or sibling, or possibly a visitor or neighbor.  The excellent communication opportunities this week may bring something you've wanted for a while and it may involve a commitment.

Leo

This week you are stylin' around town, dressed to set the world of glamour on fire.  You may decide to buy something beautiful and expensive, but you may also find a certain someone or an important issue from the past reappears in your life.  The Full Moon in the sign of Capricorn is in your work sector and big changes may come in that area of your  life.  Communications should be excellent and you may find this week you set a lot of important plans in motion.

Virgo

After a particularly difficult two weeks, things are improving.  A friendship or love interest is strengthened with the Full Moon in your love and creativity sector.  This week spending time with someone in private, perhaps at a resort area or great restaurant may be appealing but you may run into someone you don't expect to see, so discretion is more important than usual.

Libra

Libra is embracing beauty this week with your ruler, Venus, in the beauty and glamour sign of Leo.  Its the perfect time to buy that beautiful ring you've been wanting for yourself of your significant other, or some new stylish summer clothes.  A very difficult break with an institution or a financial situation is just starting to move out of your life.  The Full Moon in Capricorn on Friday may bring a change in your residence or a new business venture at home.  It may be something you do to correct whatever losses took place over the last couple weeks.  

Scorpio 

Scorpio is just recovering from a break with a friend or a group.  You may find your hopes and dreams are shifting and old goals are no longer relevant and new goals are getting the focus.  The big news this week is a great communication environment when you can bring new ideas and be accepted and firm up your income and finally get the commitments from others that you've needed.  The Full Moon tops off the week when you get a push from the universe to go forward with business ideas because your plan is finally coming together and it will most likely work.

Sagittarius

Sag is recovering from the difficult work and career developments of the last two weeks.  You may be weathering a very difficult situation and some disappointment in your career and you may feel that bosses have not stepped up to watch your back.  Finances may have taken a hit and you may be trying to decide where to go next with career plans.  Now you may recover some of what you lost as the Full Moon enhances your sector of finances.  Improvements may come with a partner or associate who is opening new doors for you.

Capricorn

With the Full Moon in your sign on Friday a cycle will end and begin again.  A recent planetary aspect between Mars and Saturn may have ended a relationship for you in a rather difficult disconnection.  Work may have been involved or someone important behind the scenes.  It may have also brought difficulties with an institution like a bank.  A partner or a legal matter may bring the matter into a positive opportunity.  This week communication opportunities are excellent and you may be able to sell an idea you've been working on.

Aquarius

Aquarians will be giving more thought to their jobs as something or someone behind the scenes, or an institution, may play a major role in your life.  You may have just ended an important association and be ready to move on.  Work and health matters may see improvements due to some resourceful and intelligent people with whom you are currently dealing.  You've most likely just put your foot down with someone and are ready to see some results.  

Pisces 

A very difficult break with a friend or partner has finally ended.  It may have ended a career chapter so now you'll be onto look for another one.  Finances or health may be involved.  Someone you care for or a child may help you solve some sticky problems.  Friends and hopes and dreams may be changing.  A prominent organization or group may help you gain some ground in finances or business with the Full Moon in Capricorn in your sector of friends and wishes.

Week of July 10, 2008

Aries the Ram (March 21 - April 20)

You may have made up your mind that you want to get a relationship or project off the ground and going and you’re tired of being Mr. Nice Guy/Gal.  Work and moods may bring rough sailing.  Don’t let your temper flair and think carefully before you leave a job or a relationship.  Care with details may bring an opportunity, and perhaps a message you’ll be happy about. 

Taurus the Bull (April 21 - May 21)

Things at home speed up as you may have broken through a block that has been dogging your efforts for a long time.  Now Mars joins Saturn so the decisions you’ve made about your life and money are your major focus.  The recent new Moon may bring visits, block parties, or short vacations with siblings, neighbors and co-workers.  You’ll feel tender hearted and enjoy the time with family.  Traditional Taurus appreciates family gatherings.

Gemini the Twins (May 22 - June 21)

Finances may get a boost from family members or work with someone around the neighborhood and siblings may be helpful.  A friendship may have catapulted into a partnership.  Now you want changes at home or in family relationships, and the No More Mr. Nice Guy message is going out loud and clear.  Efforts of the last month and a half bear fruit and home may be more lively and full of fun. 

Cancer the Crab (June 22 - July 22)

You’ve made headway on a financial direction you’ve been trying to establish for several months.  Work is going better, although you may be getting offers to come back to a job you held in the past.  Love may be passionate if you can open your mind and let an unusual person or an unusual relationship into your life.  Siblings and co-workers, or visitors may be confrontational.

Leo the Lion (July 23 - Aug 22)

You’ve decided “No more Mr. Nice Guy/Gal” and decided to push someone who was holding him or herself up as an authority figure.  Finances with partners are up for review.  You’ll decide to cut the deadwood out of your life now.  If a relationship is involved, you want your honey to put up or shut up and make a commitment.  A tender moment with family may be best spent in a secluded or private family home or on a trip to a resort or a cabin. 

Virgo the Virgin (Aug 23 - Seep 23)

Discreet Virgo decided to bring out the big guns and lay down the law at home.  You’ve decided it’s time for remove the obstacles to your efforts to go forward so you’re going to push someone who is dragging their feet.  Try to avoid a major confrontation or at least soften it up as much as you can. The recent new Moon in family oriented Cancer means friends around you in the best possible way.  .

Libra the Balance (Sep 24 - Oct 23)

A friend who has been there for you in the past may want to discuss a financial matter.  Improved attention to details may help finances.  Watch your health and money.  Dealings with an institution may be sticky so be prepared to work with others as smoothly as possible this week.  Financially another door may open, so go to the lake to relax and enjoy the week. 

Scorpio the Scorpion, the Eagle (October 23 - November 21)

A pushy boss may bring you a better income so don’t get too annoyed until you know more about what’s on the table for the future.  A group or friend that was blocking you may be moved aside by higher forces so you can go forward.  A loved one at a distance or a distant trip may be on the horizon.  Someone who is like family may invite you or visit, so if you can, be ready to go on a moment’s notice and get your passport in order.

Sagittarius the Centaur (Nov 22 - Dec 21)

Someone at a distance may be finally bringing you what was promised.  If not, at least they will have it for you soon, especially if it involves money or inheritance.  Bosses need to be dealt with carefully so protect your reputation.  Avoid confrontations, especially regarding career matters or your mother or her relatives. Institutions or dealings behind the scenes and secrets need extra caution now so don’t be Aunt Blabby and discuss delicate matters.  You and a significant person in your life may have a talk that will lay it all on the table. 

Capricorn the Goat (Dec 22 - Jan 19)

A powerful force behind the scenes is influencing your income and that may end.  You may have decided to push an important matter and insist that family members help you through a difficult situation.  You’ve blasted through a major block that has made your home life difficult.  Now you will have a great opportunity for more freedom and new friendships.  Someone at a distance may end the association.

Aquarius the Water Bearer (Jan 20 - Feb 18)

Freedom is finally coming your way, and Aquarians thrive on expressing their individuality.  Love and friendship come with kindred spirits who want you to come along and have a good time with them.  Finances may become an Achilles heel between you and someone close, and inheritance or funding may get more complicated.  Tender feelings come from family members now. 

Pisces the Fish (February 19 - March 20)

Week of July 2, 2008

Aries the Ram (March 21 - April 20)

You may have made up your mind that you want to get a relationship or project off the ground and going and you’re tired of being careful and considerate.  The time has come and you’re ready to push the matter for once and for all.  A trip to a distant place or higher education may be on the table and since it’s up to you, all systems are go.  The New Moon in the sign of Cancer means it’s family time so schedule in a trip to a resort or restaurant where the whole family can meet and just enjoy each other.  You’ll feel rejuvenated when the kids bring great news about progress they’ve made in their future goals.

Taurus the Bull (April 21 - May 21)

The Mars Pluto aspect made things at home speed up and if you were lucky, you may have broken through a block that has been dogging your efforts for a long time.  You’ve made some decisions about where you want your life to go and money is definitely up as a subject of importance.  The New Moon may bring visits, block parties, or short vacations with siblings, neighbors and co-workers.  You’ll be feeling tender hearted and enjoy the time with family.  Traditional Taurus appreciates family gatherings.

Gemini the Twins (May 22 - June 21)

Finances may get a boost from family members or work with someone around the neighborhood and siblings may be helpful.  The Mars – Pluto aspect in your house of friendship may have catapulted a friend into a partnership.  Efforts of the last month and a half are finally bearing fruit and home may be more lively and full of fun.  The New Moon may boost up your income with help from family members.

Cancer the Crab (June 22 - July 22)

You may have finally made headway on a financial direction you’ve been trying to establish for the last several months.  Work is going better, although you may be getting offers to come back to a job you held in the past.  Love may be passionate if you can open your mind and let an unusual person or an unusual relationship into your life.  A new phase with a partner may take a few months to bear fruit.

Leo the Lion (July 23 - Aug 22)

You’ve decided “No more Mr. Nice Guy/Gal” and decided to push someone who was holding him or herself up as an authority figure in your life.  If a relationship is involved, you want your honey to put up or shut up and this aspect may very well bring on the commitment you’ve decided to demand.  A tender moment with family may be best spent in a secluded or private family home or on a trip to a resort or a cabin. 

Virgo the Virgin (Aug 23 - Seep 23)

Discreet Virgo decided to bring out the big guns and lay down some serious law at home.  You’ve decided it’s time for someone to quit blocking your efforts to go forward so you’ve decided to push someone who was dragging their feet.  The New Moon in family oriented Cancer means friends around you in the best possible way.  Family activities are right where you want to be.

Libra the Balance (Sep 24 - Oct 23)

A friend who has been there for you may cause some serious concern when they show up unannounced and decide to push financial issues.  You are there for them but they may be misguided in their assumption that you’re the bank.  Someone close may ask if you want to join a partnership or a group that will socialize together.  Finances may surprise you when another door opens, so just enjoy the week. 

Scorpio the Scorpion, the Eagle (October 23 - November 21)

A pushy boss may bring you a better income so don’t get too annoyed until you know more about what’s on the table for the future.  A group that was blocking you may get moved aside so you can go forward.  A loved one at a distance or a distant trip may be on the horizon.  Someone who is like family may invite you or visit so, if you can, be ready to go on a moment’s notice and get your passport in order.

Sagittarius the Centaur (Nov 22 - Dec 21)

Someone at a distance may be finally bringing you what was promised.  If not, at least they will have it for you soon, especially if it involves money or inheritance.  Institutions or dealings behind the scenes and secrets are involved with your life now.  All the emotions of the week may get on your nerves a bit, as easy going Sag would rather go somewhere and have fun than get mushy and gushy and lovey dovey.  But this is a fortunate time for you, although it may also get a bit expensive.

Capricorn the Goat (Dec 22 - Jan 19)

A powerful force behind the scenes has been influencing your income but you have decided to push the matter and insist that family members help you in a difficult situation.  You’ve pushed through a major block that has made your home life difficult.  Now you will have a great opportunity for more freedom and possibly a new partner and maybe the family life that you’ve hoped for.  

Aquarius the Water Bearer (Jan 20 - Feb 18)

Freedom is finally coming your way, and Aquarius thrives on expressing their individuality.  Love and friendship come with kindred spirits who want you to come along and have a good time with them.  A partner has pushed to break through a blockage that’s been holding you back for a long time, and it may have to do with finding the right career.  Tender feelings come from family members now. 

Pisces the Fish (February 19 - March 20)

Week of June 24, 2008

Aries the Ram (March 21 - April 20)

Work issues may seem confusing so it’s important to meditate or relax by biking or walking or by doing your activity of choice.  Decisive Aries may find that your usual “take charge” personality may run into uncertainty but this is a good time to learn to sense which way the wind blows.  Insights and deeper intuition have been strong for the last year and will continue.  Dealings with an institution may demand your attention.  A deep rejuvenation is possible until late November.

Taurus the Bull (April 21 - May 21)

As the Sun moves into family loving Cancer, you may find loved ones and friends want to spirit you off to a resort area or a cabin.  This is a great time to renew close relationships and catch up.  Friendships and a fresh outlook open the door to new horizons.  A group or a friend may soon want to return to your life.  Secrets may come out and a financial picture may improve.    

Gemini the Twins (May 22 - June 21)

Finances improve through the help of family members or an improved living situation.  Greater stability comes into your life through better relationships with your family and close friends.  A confusing period that has been agonizing is moving out of your life but it may remain bitter sweet.  You may be looking at a new or unusual career but it may not work out until late November. 

Cancer the Crab (June 22 - July 22)

A financially stable friend may figure in a partnership or may become a partner.  You may have to read or sign important papers or show others that you are good with detail work.  Your naturally administrative skills will help you deal with a confusing career situation but things should clear up now that the worst is over.  A foreign or spiritual influence that has been important in your life will be shift until late November.

Leo the Lion (July 23 - Aug 22)

A friend behind the scenes or someone who is working with an institution will help stabilize your income.  You would benefit from time alone with loved ones in an intimate family setting so maybe a trip to a cabin or a camping trip would be relaxing.  Finances may improve but a funding source or financial partnership may become less certain until late November.

Virgo the Virgin (Aug 23 - Seep 23)

A friend or family member who is caring and concerned will help solidify a job or a financial situation.  A relationship with someone in the family improves as they show compassion and guide you through a difficult situation.  A partner from the past may want to return or renegotiate a relationship, and this person is very usual or highly skilled in technology.   

Libra the Balance (Sep 24 - Oct 23)

Look for someone behind the scenes who wields a lot of clout and you’ll find a career ally or someone who is improving your reputation and shouting your praises.  A friendship has gone through phases that included love and now a seriously confusing period is over but it may demand that you let go of something or someone who had been in your life for a long time.

Scorpio the Scorpion, the Eagle (October 23 - November 21)

A confusing career period is finally moving to greater clarity.  Some of the confusion has been due to demands from the home base and family members but now you may let go of a career direction that was not working.  Guard your reputation as someone may want to steal the credit for your achievements.  An unusual past love or friend may want to return to your life.

Sagittarius the Centaur (Nov 22 - Dec 21)

You may be asked to mediate a potential storm between a friend or sibling and someone at a distance.  You may also be ending a family relationship with someone due to a serious conflict and soon a very agonizing period will get some resolution.  An unusual family situation that begins this week may not clear up until late November.

Capricorn the Goat (Dec 22 - Jan 19)

A partner or potential partnership may solidify your plans for a future trip or more education.  In-laws or someone at a distance may bring financial opportunities.  A sibling or a coworker may bring changes and you may have to commute to a past work place.  Love and friendship may come through the workplace. 

Aquarius the Water Bearer (Jan 20 - Feb 18)

Finances are readjusting and your income may not become settled until late November.  A coworker, boss or family member may become a financial partner.  A source of confusion regarding a partner may finally clear up, although you may have to let go of old ways of thinking about things.  You may also have to release someone from your past who is no longer able to share your personal journey.

Pisces the Fish (February 19 - March 20)

A partner or legal matter may supply financial stability through the help of family ties or children.  Dealings with an institution have finally cleared up after a great deal of agony and confusion.  Documents may demand your attention and difficulties won’t be out of your hair until late November.  Be sure you are careful with details around contracts or legal documents.  You are becoming more intuitive and a hobby or career in holistic healing may appeal to you now.            

Astrology Question for Week of June 24, 2008

I recently embarked on a new career and left a high paying job.  The new career involves helping others invest money.  My family and several friends have cautioned me that my income may drop but I am thrilled that I can finally do what I have always wanted to do, nurture people and help them improve their financial picture.  I realize the economy is uncertain but I really believe I can help others improve their financial picture.  What do the stars show?  My birthday is January 16, 1960.

It appears that you were lonely in your former career and that you were due to make a life change that would shake your foundation.  It apparently ended your involvement in corporate life.  This is a fateful or karmic shift for you, more like destiny than just a new career path.  It is clear that it is a spiritual path, since it involved the planets Neptune and Uranus.   

Astrology Question for Week of June 16, 2008, entire horoscope is below question

Question:  I am struggling now to regain my life after my boyfriend moved in with another woman.  He was very difficult so I lived in my own apartment and now I think that was a mistake.  He was occasionally violent and we have a 10-year-old daughter together.  For 9 years it worked.  Last year he moved in with a woman and she recently had his child. They don’t treat our daughter very well.  I am still having an intimate relationship with him and he comes over once a week but I am getting less and less interested.  I don’t seem to be able to find anyone new.  What do the stars say?  My birthday is November 3, 1965.

Answer:  You are an intense person with strong passions and strong loyalties and usually get what you want.  As a love partner you are forgiving and let go of hurt more easily than others, and your chart indicates you are continuing your relationship with him to keep things stable financially.  Until December you will probably agonize over this and you may continue your intimacy with him.  This week the situation may bring a highly emotional conversation where you decided to put your foot down about the poor treatment of your daughter.  Start looking for someone else after mid week and in the next month you may find someone else to date.  After December you will move out of this situation for good but until then you will have difficult emotional challenges.  

Week of June 17, 2008

Aries the Ram (March 21 - April 20)

Aries may decide to end a long, drawn out period when something in your life did not work.  Emotional endings come as communications may be explosive.  Major life cycles may be ending so let them go.  A new direction will emerge if you remain centered so a regular schedule of meditation and exercise and more outdoor activities for the summer may be your best option.

Taurus the Bull (April 21 - May 21)

A home or family issue resurfaces and you may make a major break with the past.  Stable Taurus is rethinking financial options and you may decide to take another look at a resource that worked for you in the past.  Documents, communication or travel may become important in decisions around finances.  Emotions run high around a settlement or inheritance.

Gemini the Twins (May 22 - June 21)

A partnership may shift, possibly with a family member.  Powerful emotions may take you by surprise.  If you can, remain calm.  Perhaps a schedule of meditation or exercise will help you cope with stress and you will weather the storm.  Gemini loves movies and reading, so this may be a good time to plan your summer activities.  Meanwhile communications and attention to details improve.

Cancer the Crab (June 22 - July 22)

Finances may need reworking as fiscally cautious Cancers may find themselves in an unusual monetary dilemma.  A past expenditure may cause you to let go of something or someone for once and for all.  Money goes out as fast as it comes in now.  A crisis at work may be emotionally charged so remain low key.  A mix up with an institution clears up at midweek. 

Leo the Lion (July 23 - Aug 22)

A friendship or a relationship may surprise you with an emotionally charged outburst, which changes everything.  Communications improve and mix-ups with details sort out after midweek.  You may let go of a sibling or a neighbor who has caused great distress.  When the dust settles, you will have solider bases for relationships.

Virgo the Virgin (Aug 23 - Seep 23)

After a sketchy patch with you career, goals and plans with family members come together.  A major decision comes when work demands clash with family needs.  A coworker, sibling, or neighbor may leave the picture after a stressful conversation.  Friendships show their loyalty after midweek.

Libra the Balance (Sep 24 - Oct 23)

Libra may be asked to mediate a strained relationship between family members.  You’ve decided it’s no more Mr. Nice Guy after a difficult financial or inheritance matter.  A financial arrangement may end suddenly when someone challenges you.  Neighbors or coworkers may disagree with your decisions.

Scorpio the Scorpion, the Eagle (October 23 - November 21)

A financial ending comes when a matter you thought was out of your hair causes more trouble.  For the rest of the year you may tye up loose ends, but after December finances start a 15-year upturn.  A career matter or a boss may cause major headaches, so guard your reputation and don’t let anyone take credit for your contribution. 

Sagittarius the Centaur (Nov 22 - Dec 21)

You may leave a difficult situation for once and for all due to someone who stirs up trouble behind the scenes.  Guard your relationships with institutions, especially banks.  You may change your basic value system or leave a foreign or spiritual matter behind for once and for all.  Finances may strengthen.

Capricorn the Goat (Dec 22 - Jan 19)

Work is stressful when a difficult conversation with someone who wants to renegotiate an agreement.  A friendship with someone who has a hidden agenda shifts when the background issues come to light.  A partnership is possible now.

Aquarius the Water Bearer (Jan 20 - Feb 18)

A difficulty with a partner should not be overlooked.  Do everything you can to sort this out as it could bring an end to the relationship.  A friendship ends when you decide new directions are more important to you.  Your career take a better direction if you can be patient and let it unfold.

Pisces the Fish (February 19 - March 20)

A boss may end your hopes for more progress.  A powerful force proves to be too difficult, and you have new opportunities coming from family connections now.  A job or a line of work where you’ve been investing time may prove more difficult than you thought.  A significant relationship may improve later in the week.

Astrology Question for Week of June 9, 2008

Astrology Question for Week of June 10, 2008

I am worried about my job.  In the past I was a law student, but the financial struggle was overwhelming so I began working as a temp.  I have had a terrible time in a major city on the west coast but I am trying to get back on my feet.  The woman I work for is a demon but the organization is excellent.  A coworker told me the headquarters is looking into her bad record with employees so I am hoping she will leave.  I can hardly stand it but I feel if I hang on things may work out.  My birthday is August 11, 1965.

You may get an opportunity to return to a job or a career path that you considered in the past.  It may involve documents or you may return to finish law school.  This is a strong direction now so if you still have an interest in the law, chances may not be this good again.  As for staying in the current office, there are major rearrangements that may very well bring big improvements and you may get a promotion or a better position.  Wait until June 20 to make any major decisions.

Aries the Ram (March 21 - April 20)

You may decide to release something from your life that you’ve had for a long time. It could be your job or a health concern that has worried you.  Careful that you don’t run amok with a bank or other institution that has an issue with you and be sure you take care of financial matters.  Friends are fun and you may visit someone or commute to a job where the coworkers are lively. 

Taurus the Bull (April 21 - May 21)

Taurus may find friends or neighbors to join you at the clubs, movies or art galleries.  A sensitive friend may not trust your new friends or a brilliant new idea you get to earn more income.  Someone close pulls you back down to earth just when you felt yourself lift off.  The helium for the balloon ride is coming from all your chatty buddies. 

Gemini the Twins (May 22 - June 21)

Fun has returned to your life but a couple of rough spots around career issues can ruffle your feathers.  Its tough to get out from under someone’s shadow and an unusual boss or unusual development at work may feel like you’ve temporarily hit a wall.  A trip to a distant place or a new philosophy of life may rejuvenate you.

Cancer the Crab (June 22 - July 22)

Secret or private information someone tells you may fill in the blanks on a puzzling situation.  Careful that you don’t get a reputation for gossiping even if it’s undeserved.  Finances may benefit from communication or close attention to the details on documents.  Make fun a priority and enjoy spending time with loved ones in private as it will be cozy and intimate, and make you feel like a new person.

Leo the Lion (July 23 - Aug 22)

Friend’s and organizations get you in back into the social swing.  Someone wants to renegotiate a friendship and they may restore communication.  Travel and lively trips to clubs and restaurants add zip to your life.  Hide your wallet, as friends may need a few extra bucks to make it all happen. 

Virgo the Virgin (Aug 23 - Seep 23)

Career plans are shifting and you may seriously consider returning to a career direction from the past.  New travel and communication possibilities may improve your prospects, even at a current job.  Your partner may not approve of the demands made by bosses or the plans for office rearrangements.  It’s a good time to enjoy a weekend away with your partner.

Libra the Balance (Sep 24 - Oct 23)

Friends want to get you out so meet them at the restaurant with a view of the lake.  Talk is rejuvenating and documents may bring important news.  Friends discuss someone at a distance.  Someone may ask you to travel to a foreign location.  You would enjoy a trip but it may interfere with your work schedule or your home life.   

Scorpio the Scorpion, the Eagle (October 23 - November 21)

A financial partnership, a settlement, or an inheritance matter may require attention to details.  A partner from the past may return and ask to make a new agreement.  Communications hit a temporary wall when a love interest or friend nixes new plans.

Sagittarius the Centaur (Nov 22 - Dec 21)

The Pluto cycle that transformed your life over the last few years is not over.  The last few months of reexamining your philosophy of life and your values will last until late November when it will finally be over.  A partner from the past may want to renegotiate your relationship or return to your life.  Communications and documents need to be handled carefully as they may bring changes.

Capricorn the Goat (Dec 22 - Jan 19)

Work is changing rapidly and you may get a chance to return to a past job.  An unusual or difficult coworker or neighbor may cause the same old problems and you may not want to revisit all this, but think it over carefully because if you can get past the troublemaker, it is quite promising.  Someone unusual may suggest an excellent but unconventional solution.        

Aquarius the Water Bearer (Jan 20 - Feb 18)

A love interest or a child may cause you to take a good look at the past.  You may readjust your approach to a social project.  Documents and communications may bring new information or messages that were lost until now.  An unusual financial opportunity, possibly related to the web or computer technology, may be intriguing but you may have to harmonize it with family or social life.

Pisces the Fish (February 19 - March 20)

Numerous changes at home may include the return of a younger family member or someone who travels often.  Documents and communications are important so read the dotted lines carefully.  An institution like a bank may be at odds with plans for your home or family.

Week of June 3, 2008

I am a 35-year old woman going on 25 as I have a youthful attitude.  I have just started dating a 21-year old guy.  He thinks I am 26 and he is young and curious about me.  I am recently divorced so I am freer than I have been for years.  I may seem a bit younger than I am and I am physically fit.  I am concerned about whether dating men this young is a good idea.  My birthday is June 11, 1972.

Astrology

Week of June 3, 2008

Aries the Ram (March 21 - April 20)

Communication is enhanced in this new Moon in Gemini and you may find your take-charge attitude is back as your leadership qualities blossom.  Your friends and your honey may want to communicate about issues from the past or renegotiate an old matter.  Commuting, travel, or visitors from the past may become important again.

Taurus the Bull (April 21 - May 21)

Financial matters involving documents or young people may become important in your life.  Someone from the past who was great fun may help you increase your income or you could decide to return to a former job.  A loved one may get a raise or promotion, which will make everyone’s life more interesting.

Gemini the Twins (May 22 - June 21)

Matters of love and an amorous or friendly visitor may keep you busy.  A former love may reappear for another look at a relationship or someone may want to renegotiate your current agreement.  Major shifts come on the home front as you reconsider your living situation.  You may feel restless and impulsive until the 20^th. 

Cancer the Crab (June 22 - July 22)

Discussions and gossip going on behind the scenes may bring opportunities for an increased income.  Relationships with institutions like banks or schools may be critical to your financial picture.  Money goes out as fast as it comes in so use caution and try to hang onto what you’ve got for now.   

Leo the Lion (July 23 - Aug 22)

You’re full of energy and ready to spend time socializing with friends.  Home may get a facelift with the help of friends or children.  Don’t be surprised if documents become a big part of your life as something from the past comes up for another review.  An old friend may suggest romance.  Finances are shifting so expect three weeks of changes.

Virgo the Virgin (Aug 23 - Seep 23)

Your career is changing and bosses may make significant rearrangements.  You may reconsider a career direction from the past or the focus of the business may change.  Watch out for your reputation, as there may be a miscommunication that affects it.  A financial matter may involve an inheritance or settlement.

Libra the Balance (Sep 24 - Oct 23)

Documents and foreign influences demand your attention.  Libra is inspired with ideas and plans for summer projects.  Start a journal or a novel that you’ve wanted to write and record events from the past before you forget them. Someone very dominant may give you strong guidance and independent Libra may rebel.       

Scorpio the Scorpion, the Eagle (October 23 - November 21)

Finances demand close attention as agreements may not be kept.  You may have to renegotiate matters involving an inheritance, a settlement, or funding.  Bosses are demanding and your income may depend flexibility around new agreements.       

Sagittarius the Centaur (Nov 22 - Dec 21)

Partnerships and legal agreements or legal matters will require another look.    A renegotiation involving personal or business relationships may be necessary.  Expect shifts and changes almost daily until the 20^th.  A possible long distance influence or educational matter may come through a partnership.

Capricorn the Goat (Dec 22 - Jan 19)

Work matters are complicated and may shift and change until the 20^th.  You may consider returning to work you did in the past.  A strong financial option opens up through your work.  Inheritance, funding, or a financial partnership may be possible now.  Review your physical fitness routine.

Aquarius the Water Bearer (Jan 20 - Feb 18)

Love and children may improve a relationship with a partner.  Social outings cure a myriad of ills.  A love interest from the past may want to return to your life.  A new or improved partnership benefits from more time away together at a favorite lakeside spot or a road trip.

Pisces the Fish (February 19 - March 20)

Week of May 27, 2008

Ask the astrologer: I recently enlisted in the Marines. I have been lost for a long time, and I am hoping this will help me find my inner strength. My father, uncle and grandfather encouraged me, but my aunt and the women in the family wanted me to finish my education first. Does it look like I made the right decision? My birthday is Jan. 3, 1985.

The astrologer says ... It is clear that you are in a crisis state and restless to make decisions to move on as quickly as possible. Despite your fears, it looks like it will turn out differently than you think, or there will be an unexpected development. Your aunt will come around in three to six weeks. The men in your family appear wishy-washy and not strong enough to give you a good sense of direction. In the next year your luck will improve and you will start to enjoy the freedom of being on your own. Don’t be surprised if you have a difficult time emotionally at first. You may be questioning your decision. It will improve next month.

Aries (March 21-April 20): You may be recovering from a major surprise or an explosive emotional situation. Communication may bring an improvement in your income. A more active friendship or love relationship is important to you now and a financial windfall is possible.

Taurus (April 21-May 21): Finances may be shifting as new job possibilities appear. Employment from the past may open up again and the money may be better so if it comes up, take a good look before you dismiss it. The retrograde mercury may bring someone younger back from the past, or lost documents or messages may finally get through.

Gemini (May 22-June 21): Someone from your life may be trying to communicate or reopen your relationship. You are strong now, but a difficult situation from the past may have reappeared lately, and you need to resolve it to move forward. An income source may have changed rather suddenly and emotions may be running high.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): You may find out important information from someone who comes to you in private. This information should remain confidential, but it might finally help you understand important matters that have been puzzling. Finances may be challenged as loving Cancer might have spent too much on friends or family.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): A friend from the past may come to stay with you. An organization or a cherished dream may need to be worked out more before you go forward as finances are involved. You’ve been careful with spending in order to strengthen your financial base, but that might be more difficult for the next three weeks.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 23): You need to rethink the next phase of your career and decide where you want to go from here. If you want a promotion, it probably won’t come for another three weeks. Someone behind the scenes or an institution is involved in a financial matter that you need to handle.

Libra (Sept. 24-Oct. 23): Travel or further education that was scheduled may be rearranged for a while, but the new plan will be better, so don’t be discouraged. A confusing communication will take a while to iron out. Someone may want to return to your life.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A boss might be demanding and difficult, but you will fight for career recognition. Someone might be taking credit for your work or ideas, so be prepared to stand up for yourself. Strong-willed Scorpio will get through all the confusion, but try to keep a lid on anything that might trigger your temper.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A past partner or a younger love interest may want to reunite or return to your life. Legal matters should be put on hold for three weeks until Mercury turns direct again. Lovers want to talk and communicate now.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your job is going to undergo reorganization for at least three weeks. A document or a foreign matter might become important, but it will take a while to develop, so be patient. Love or a close friendship might work out with someone stable and older who is careful with details and health.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A love interest or an opportunity for travel might take a while to develop. A friend or lover from the past might want to return to your life. Independent work might have excellent potential. You’ve been learning to follow your intuition, and soon it will improve your life.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Someone might want to return to the family after a period of absence, but it might annoy you. It may take three to six weeks to sort out. A former partner may want to reconcile or renegotiate unfinished business. Legal or financial matters might be temporarily hung up, so don’t push for resolution for at least three to six weeks.

Week of May 19, 2008