Straight Stars

September 13 to 19, 2018

No doubt you have noticed the shift of Venus and Mars on fresh sign changes. Venus in Scorpio sets something very potent into lock-and-load regarding a specific relationship or relationship matter. Emotions run the show. Trust is a big issue. Relationship value and relationship survival are too.

Venus in Scorpio also puts an added premium on sex, money, life, death, and regenerative potential. The transit is a biggie, not only for intimate and personal relationships, but for outer-world dealings too. Expect personal finances, money markets, big business, the black market, the dark web, and everything to do with oil (a Scorpio archetype) to be even more dialled-up. The propensity for manipulation, for abuse of power or position, and for succumbing to temptation, obsession, or addiction is great when Venus in Scorpio pulls from the dark side.

While none of the above is new, thanks to Mars, it is on a next level up. Although it is revisiting what it covered in May, Mars in Aquarius is completely focused on game-changing and acceleration. An innovation-andimprovement expert, this transit’s first instincts are for taking a risk on something new. Remember this when you find yourself struggling with a tough decision. Cut yourself loose; look for better options and relationships. There are many ways to create and to thrive in life.

Finishing up in Virgo through the end of next week, Mercury picks up good steam with Pluto on Saturday (trine), Jupiter on Sunday (sextile), and the sun next Thursday (superior conjunction). It’s a great week to say it, do it, sign it, or show up for it.

ARIES

March 20–April 19

Thursday is good for a top-up, for getting better clued in, or for finding what’s missing. You can make good headway with a creative project. Through Sunday, the more you do and the further you take it, the more you’ll get out of it. Monday, the work runs smooth; the results are good. Tuesday/wednesday, Mars/ Uranus sparks something fresh. Go with spontaneity.

TAURUS April 20–May 20

Venus is ramping up in Scorpio. As such, watch for all your sensory faculties to be significantly heightened. What they transmit are vital clues. Crossing the intersection of what was and what is yet to be, Venus prompts a profound inner shift regarding thinking, feeling, voicing, engaging, inventing, and solution-finding. Progress—it’s a natural evolution.

GEMINI

May 21–June 21

Mercury in Virgo is in high gear with Neptune on Thursday (opposition), Pluto on Saturday (trine), Jupiter on Sunday (sextile), and the sun next Thursday (superior conjunction), keeping you at your creative, social, intuitive, and communications best. Now through the end of next week is an excellent time to put yourself out there, feel your way along, and work your way through it.

CANCER June 21–July 22

Don’t let it slide. Aim for a good head start; stay on top of what you need to. The week ahead sets a productive backdrop for making better inroads and gaining results. Thursday/friday, your flow is good, especially regarding stream of consciousness, creativity, and romance. Monday, stay practical and get down to business. Tuesday/wednesday, a fresh wind, fresh approach, or fresh diversion hits it right.

LEO

July 22–August 22

Creativity, intuition, and instincts are in fine form through the weekend. You’ll feel whatever you are feeling even more deeply while Venus moves through Scorpio. Through the start of the week, the scales are tipping in the direction of self-honouring rather than meeting the (spoken or unspoken) expectations of others. Trust yourself; go by heart and it’s a win for all.

VIRGO

August 22–September 22

Mercury in Virgo keeps you and opportunity going strong. Increasing a sense of hopefulness despite the uncertainty, Thursday is full of potential in the making. The weekend is a good one for giving yourself licence. Seek adventure; put yourself out there and max out on the best the moment has to offer. Monday begins a positive upswing. A productive and fruitful week ahead.

LIBRA

September 22–October 23

Venus has just left Libra for Scorpio, but it will be back in November. Venus in Scorpio—a resourcesrich, cash-in transit—now positions you at springboard time. Along with Mercury on the move, and with Mars and Uranus in spark-it mode, now through mid–next week should get you up and running with plenty to show for it. Onward and upward!

SCORPIO

October 23–November 21

Thursday, you’ll find a great knack for reading between the lines, picking up on what’s missing, or spotting a good bargain. The evening is a good one for a romance or relaxation top-up. Along with Venus, Mercury keeps the motivation, conversation, good ideas, and stimulation going strong through the weekend. Tuesday/ Wednesday, Mars/uranus jump-start something fresh, something more.

SAGITTARIUS November 21–December 21

Thursday could see you check off something important or find a missing element. Enjoy indoor, outdoor, social, or intimate sports; the Sagittarius moon keeps the weekend going strong. On the go with Pluto on Saturday, Jupiter on Sunday, and the sun next Thursday, Mercury assists you to make great strides regarding unfinished personal matters, conversations, negotiations, career ambitions, work, and problem-solving.

CAPRICORN December 21–January 19

Don’t push what isn’t coming naturally, but don’t give up; keep going and stay hopeful. What falls by the wayside simply clears the space for something better to show up. Get away from it all this weekend. Monday, you’re off to a great start. The Capricorn moon puts you in good control and command. Tuesday/wednesday fast-tracks it.

AQUARIUS

January 20–February 18

What a difference a week can make. Mars, freshly into Aquarius, is picking up speed. Venus and Uranus have just lit a match. Next Tuesday, Mars/uranus will be on cutto-the-chase. Between now and then, Mercury is going strong. What does it all mean? Opportunity is on the rise. Make the most of it. Seize the day!

PISCES

February 18–March 20

Stay creative and hopeful. Relax and go by feel; trust that you are getting to where you need to and want to be. You are. A good run of stars between now and the end of next week gets you up and running. The unexpected is in the mix, but overall the getting is good.