The Eclipse Season ~~ January 2019

The year begins on a sombre tone, celebrations will be tamer and less elaborate than usual. There may be some how can ignore the Sun meeting up with Saturn from 1st to 3rd January, in fact indulging in excess is possibly only way to avoid it. So, those prone to extremes, may be more so, but overall most will have their eye on the year ahead, with the consideration of how to make it a productive and successful one.

It could be my own eyes, from my environment, but it seemed that 2018 was a particularly difficult year for most. Whether we can consider that to be a result of both Saturn and Pluto being in Capricorn, and the fact that Chiron in early Aries was having a little show down with Saturn for a large part of the year, it's hard to say. Maybe having 6 months of the year taken down by inner planet retrogrades; with Venus and Mars adding to Mercury's regular backward parade, also played a large part in slowing down progress and enjoyment for many.

{PS – if any of you really loved 2018 and had a great year, I would be very interested to hear about it – please do email me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com}

The first Eclipse of the year will be at 1:29am on Sunday 6th January – as always it will effect those with a birthday falling around this date the most, or those whose birthday is at the opposite end of the zodiac; around 8th July (give or take a couple of days either side). The is a New Moon eclipse and a partial Solar Eclipse (mostly visible in Russia) which signifies new beginnings.

This will be a very interesting year for those who have planets affected by 15'25º Capricorn, particularly those who begin their year at this time (if your birthday is around 6th January).

The Sun and Moon fall close to Saturn at 12º Capricorn and close enough to Pluto at 20º Capricorn, this is, in effect a taste of what is to come later, as these planets dancer closer together and then step apart once more. They don't actually meet up in the sky until year 2020 and it's fair to expect all manner of change when they do.

As this particular eclipse links up the chasm between them in the sky, there will be a sense of change in the air. A nice aspect to Neptune in Pisces softens the energy and gives a kind of ambitious flavour to the week. Although there is a feeling that fate and destiny are irrevocable forces, Neptune brings the potential for dreams, creativity and the imagination to provide an uplifting outlet. When WW2 broke Saturn and Pluto were in an exact aspect – a hard square – those who lived through this time will talk about how this time brought out the best in people though too.

In a world which has been racing into a materialistic, technological age, in which the rich and poor divide is once more becoming more pronounced, something does need to give. There are all manner of possible eventualities and ways that big changes are due over the next 2 years, but I think there is a sense of inevitability about the fact that they will occur.

The last time Saturn and Pluto met up in this manner; was in 1982 in Libra and I think it's fair to say that this marked the beginning of capitalism as we now know it. The start of 'the throwaway society' when things began to be made with less artistry and integrity, so that they could be more quickly replaced and profited upon. What kind of an era will be see the beginning of 2020? Well I shall look deeper into that later in the year, in the meantime know that the planets show change, but it's the people on the planet who dictate the kinds of change that will occur….

As an interesting side note, the last time Saturn and Pluto met up in the same sign; Capricorn, it was 1518. The treaty of London at this time created a peace union between all the countries in Europe and a promise to defend one another against attacks from other Empires! This time around we have Brexit….

{Do you feel like lots is going on in your life, even though you don't have a birthday at these times? Contact me for a reading. There is a lot going on in the sky, I can help guide you. A simple chart consulation via messenger or skype will cost just £1 per minute. Email me: waxlobster@hotmail.com or visit my page: www.facebook.com/waxyjo}

The second January eclipse takes place on Monday 21st January at 5:16am, with the Sun having moved into Aquarius the previous day, this eclipse falls at 0'51 Leo. So all of you Leos who are born on the first day of your sign (over the cusp from Cancer) will definitely feel this quite intensely!

On the plus side, energy will be high during this Full Moon. Venus and Jupiter will be having a jolly old time in Sagittarius, lifting spirits, encouraging the more upbeat and brighter side of life is appreciated. Jupiter is all about fun and laughter on the upside, and congenial, peacemaking Venus does tend to bring out this side in Jupiter, especially whilst traversing through the sign of Sagittarius which Jupiter rules and correlates to.

There is, however also a square to Mars in Aries in the mix here. Now if you wanted to do something daring, random and sporty, this is a great time to most enjoy such an activity. If though, you are in more restrained environment, hoping that disputes don't break out and tempers don't flare….well I'm afraid you'll need to wish hard. Mars is Aries is fast, reactive and armed with great energy and drive. Jupiter in Sagittarius, is over opinionated, zealous and can be quite combative. There is only so much Venus can mitigate with pleasantries when there is a Full Moon in the mix also.

This eclipse could bring about some explosive energy, Uranus about to leave Aries for the final time, may well wish to make it's mark through fire and intensity. It is at a square to the eclipse point and there is a potential for; natural disasters, uprisings and disputes on small and large scales to come about as a result of this eclipse.

It is important to note that eclipses can be activated for up to 6 months before and after their events. Planets touching on the areas in the sky where the eclipse falls at all time in coming months, could re-activate them. So, for this one in particular, when Mars makes a square to the 0'51 Leo point from 0'51 Taurus, we could find that all that I cited above is reactivated for a day or so. Sometimes the reactivation points are stronger, so 15th and 16th February 2019 could be dates to be cautious. Days to lie low, book in a massage, or cosy time this weekend perhaps.

Overall it is rather an intense beginning to the year. The New Year always begins with the Sun in Capricorn but this year, having the two heavy weights (Saturn and Pluto) traversing up and down, activating eclipses and hitting the personal planets makes it all a whole lot more intense.

For those of you who are ambitious and want to make waves in your career, there is a good potential in fact in these areas. Things are a little more rigid and conservative, but hard work is more notably rewarded at this time also.

Jupiter in Sagittarius suggests a more global approach at this time. Travel is not necessary for the world to connect up any more. New areas of commerce and different ways of trading are increasing in popularity and will continue trending when Uranus moves back into Taurus on 6th March 2019. Think outside the box, or if you're more like me ~~~burn the box!

Shalom and blessings~~~~ WaxyJo

Leo, Virgo & Libra Forecast ~~April, May & June 2018

Leo Horoscope - April to June 2018

Fortunately the month begins at the Easter holidays, because all I'm picking up from you right now Leo, is that all you want to get out there, holiday, explore and escape this humdrum. We're all feeling that in our own way though, as Mars meets up with Saturn, giving all that dull, routine, unimportant day to day stuff a focus it's never quite earned the right to.

Things are going to look up in the second week of the month though, whilst I can promise much fun or frivolity (to those of you who haven't already booked a flight to another continent) before the 7th, there will be an uplift in week too. Sure, the earthy meet ups of Venus and Mars with water Neptune may lack some of the adventure and excitement you seek, there will at least be the opportunity to feel inspired, more creative and connected to those who are important to you. Passions will run quite high at this time too, as physical escapism provides a rather decent comparative to the more explorative impulses you have been feeing.

Although, in fact the new Moon in Aries on 16th does indicate an amenable and opportune time to jet set. Responsibilities will take a back sea anyway, when Saturn begins a retrograde motion on 18th April and unless you really do have a lot of ties and responsibilities, why not get away for a while?

Your social life starts to look up too when Venus moves into Gemini from 24th April, perfect for those of you who have decided to escape your day to day lives, and pretty good still if you're staying put for the interminable.

The first week in May is infused with harmonious aspects, as the ground begins to warm up to the Spring (in the UK), the feel good factor is beginning to spread. If you need a wild night out, either of the first two May weekends are appropriate, but the second one particularly. As Mercury meets up with Uranus, the planet of revolution, genius, chaos and freedom, this is one of your last chances to really enjoy Uranus in yours fellow fire sign, Aries. (It will dip back for a few months from November 2018 also, if you do pass up this opportunity for a little hedonism.)

The new Moon in 15th May brings your work life into the spotlight. Are you fulfilling your dreams, do you even know what it is you really want to do with your life? For the last year the nodes have been in Leo, these are actually an imaginary mathematical point but they signify your soul direction in this life. When they join up with the position of your Sun they push you to thinking about what it is you want to achieve in this life. Sometimes it helps to know where the nodes were when you were born, if you want to get a better idea of this.

{If you would like me do a £20 report about where the nodes were when you were born and what this tells us about your soul purpose, contact me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com}

Alongside the New Moon, this is the day that Uranus officially moves into Taurus, promising to change how and what we value and possibly the entire monetary system as we know it over the next 7 years! To soften the blow, Mars moves into Aquarius, the sign ruled by Uranus, making sure we still have a dose of wildness in our lives for the next few months. Aquarius is your opposite sign, and with Mars here for the majority of the next 6 months, this is the beginning of period of relationship focus for Leos.

Single Leos will be meeting a lot of potential partners at this time, at first the people you meet will probably reflect qualities in yourself you need to work on. Whilst at the end of this period there is likely a happy ending for you, this will be a journey of learning and delving deeper into what it means to connect with a significant other. For those of you in relationships already, be prepared to go more deeply into the mechanisms of how you fit one another, and areas where you both need to learn to 'shake things up' a bit. There may have been a lull in recent months, the one thing about Aquarius is it's never boring; chaotic, unpredictable, hot/cold, overly analytical, but not dull. Mid-May marks the beginning of a very interesting Summer.

Some of the seriousness will be felt towards the end of the month, lifted for you by the Full Moon in Sagittarius on 29th May. This is another date for a bit of frivolity and fun, friendships are also in the spotlight with your ruling planet, the Sun, now sociable Gemini. You will meet a lot of interesting, people at this time.

June continues a sociable focus, you are still pondering whether you're in the right career, or working towards it, and the confusion will be notable around 6th & 7th June. If you are inclined towards meditation, you will this to be a particularly fruitful pursuit from 11th June, as the planet of thought and ideas, moves into emotional Cancer.

Around the 20th and for a few days before, love will be in the picture, whether because of somebody you have met, or due to a more romantic mood that's suddenly hit you I cannot say. What is clear is that you will be looking at what you really want in a relationship. Venus in Leo from the 13th June will make you feel more attractive and charismatic in general.

During the last week of the month, you will start to notice that charm and warmth are not quite enough however, that depth, and connection are the elements that bond people together. As Mars turns retrograde on 27th June, a period of delving deeper into all these areas is just beginning.

{if you would like me to do a report on how Mars in your relationship house will affect you this Summer, then I can do so for £20, contact: waxlobster@hotmail.com}

Virgo Horoscope - April to June 2018

I know a lot of Virgos don't really love this time of year, the start of Spring, the blossoms on the trees. The truth is, it's quite a messy season really, petals everywhere, random rain showers all the time, and all the extra light just showing up the grime and extra work that needs to be done.

This April though, with Venus moving into Taurus on the 1st, you're going to be feeling a bit more relaxed, in fact you may even be inclined to take a holiday somewhere and escape from it all for a while.

The times are changing, this is quite a big Spring & Summer astrologically speaking. Most people will be feeling the pressure at the beginning of April too, with Mars and Saturn causing a little chaos, forcing people to slow down, focus and do things more accurately. You don't mind this so much, you tend to be methodical anyway in fact as a romantic haze begins to take over mid-month, alongside the New Moon in Aries it's possible you'll find the unrealistic expectations set by others are a little irritating.

Another reason this is a big year for you, Virgo, is your ruling planet Chiron, finally moves out of Pisces. It's been in your opposite sign, your sign of relationship for 7 years now, and you're fully bored of having to grow and work on yourself and how you inter-relate with your partner. Good news, this period ends on 17th April (the bad news is there will be a re-visit from Chiron to Aries later in the year, just to make sure you really have thoroughly learned all you thought you had!)

{if you'd like a personal reading explaining how Chiron falls in your personal chart and what makes it the ruler of your sign – rather than Mercury – then I can do this for £20, contact me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com}

Chiron in Aries means that more people will be irritable and snappy, but also more sensitive with one another too. Violence and aggressive behaviour will become taboo and although this is no bad thing, as we know; things do tend to get a little worse, before they truly start to right themselves.

Towards the end of the month as Venus moves in Gemini, you will be feeling good about your career. Aesthetically things will be falling into place, communication will be upbeat and positive and you will be reaping the rewards of all your hard work a little more noticeably. You've worked hard so far this year, Saturn in Capricorn has made strong work ethics your form of entertainment on some level. You do enjoy getting lost in something with is predictable, methodical and works beautifully afterwards. Appreciation for the amount you do is often overlooked, so this positive energy is very much deserved.

The Full Moon in Scorpio on 30th April highlights communication and community. We've had to deal with Mercury retrograde for the first half of April, showing up flaws and delays in as many areas as it could. Now it's moving at full speed, any areas of misunderstanding whether personally or in a work sense, can be readdressed and will become quite obvious at this point of the month.

May begins quite smoothly with a neat flow, you will be able to get things done easily and feel quite content with everyday life. Although the pressure of so much activity in Capricorn, (the house in your chart which rules fun, sports, entertainment, recreation and creativity) is making you feel a need to make all of the activities in your life have a productive outcome, you are beginning to enjoy this.

On 15th April, after 7 years in Aries, Uranus; the planet of chaos, sparks of genius, revolution and change, moves into compatible Taurus. You may well start thinking about doing a course in something you've been interested in for a while, or even take on lessons in a new language. Some Virgos will get the urge to travel and explore the world, others will do their journeys in their studies, but this will be the beginning of a period of expansion, exploration and discovery on a level you hadn't predicted.

Enjoy! Follow your dreams! You have a tendency to talk yourself out of plans which are just for you, but look at this way, the richer you are in yourself; the more you have to offer others. Whether in terms of knowledge, experience, or just inner fulfilment, it is important to put your needs and desire first for a change!

Mars connecting with your ruling planet on 20th May could indicate some decisions in this area. Certainly you will feel a bit more celebratory on the 25th as Jupiter and Neptune meet up, as if to ensure you are aware of your dreams and ready to take the steps towards giving them more of a focus in your life.

The first week in June focusses on communications and whether or not you are giving your close relationship the time and care that they need. The answer may be, “No”. Certainly on the 7th June there is an indication of demands being made of your time and resources. You sometimes forget how needy other people can be, and how much time and attention they require.

When Mercury moves into your house of friendship on 12th June, you will feel more at ease to address this deficit, although the new Moon the following day will be demanding your work focus once more.

Appeasement is well starred however, Virgo, mid June shows good strong connections and warmth with others. For single Virgos this is the best time of Spring/early Summer for you to be out and about meeting new people. You'll feel more upbeat, sociable and fun-loving at this time. (13th to 23rd June)

Things do come back down to earth at the end of June. Duties are piling up and work demands are pressing, the bubble has burst for just a little while and as Mars begins a retrograde motion in Aquarius on 27th June this will be the backdrop of the Summer. Whether readdressing the feng shui in your home (or workplace), or simply making up for a less than perfect diet over the last few months, this is the beginning of an energetic 'Spring clean'.

Shalom~~ Waxy

Libra Horoscope - April to June 2018

Those of you born in early October are probably reading this reluctantly thinking, “what next?” I know it's been stressful week or so, for all of you in one way or another. Saturn in Capricorn is making itself known, stifling your congeniality and forcing you to look at issues with home, family and areas of your past that would be more easily ignored.

I'm afraid the first week of April, further presses on these point and if you can avoid people (and potentially confrontation) on 2nd April do so.

Things ease up after this point, sure Venus moving into Taurus on 7th April may not be quite so romantic as it being in your opposite sign but the need to 'take time out' is so important for you right now, this more introspective period has come at the right time.

When Mercury ends it's retrograde period on 15th the dust will slowly begin to settle. You've had a lot of memories, old unresolved issues coming up to the surface lately, I'm happy to say that you can rest and take a back seat for most of the second half of April.

Chiron in Aries from the 17th will start up a new level of learning, but only for those of you born from 23rd to 26th September.

{Do you want to know more about how Chiron in your opposite sign from now until 2027 will change your life? Contact me for a £20 Chiron reading at: waxlobster@hotmail.com }

Easy moments will follow for most Libras from the new Moon on 16th April, followed by your ruler Venus moving into compatible Gemini on 24th April. The downturn occurs when Mars and Pluto meet up on 26th of the month, people are going to be conflictive and aggressive on this Libra. I know how uncomfortable that can make you feel and so I'm giving you a headsup to avoid the more cantankerous, confrontative and lairy types if you want to keep things peaceful. The emphasis is on the area of your chart which deals with communication, so you could be dragged unwittingly into the crossfire if you don't know to avoid.

The full Moon in your house of resources on 30th will get you thinking about how much of yourself you share; both energetically and with your finances also.

You've been assessing your friendships in the back of your mind for the last year or so, looking at who really matters to you and vice-versa. This will become more evident to you around 3rd May, and it may turn out that you are closer to some people than you knew. It’s possible you will meet somebody at this time also, who makes quite a lasting, positive influence on your life. It could be a new friend, it could be a new love, stay open minded and socialise if you have chance. The first week of May looks very promising for you Libra and this will be a continuing energy in fact. As, on 13th May, you find yourself feeling more creatively inspired than you have for a while.

Uranus, the planet of chaos, change, revolution and inspiration will be moving into Taurus from the 15th, beginning a 7 year sojourn in an area of your chart which rules the deepest connections in life. Your intuition will start to be a more reliable guide now and your psychic ability will be enhanced going forwards.

From the 19th your ruling planet, Venus moves into the area of your life governing career, enhancing your creativity in the workplace. If you run your own business, or have considered doing so, this is a great time for a launch, revamp, rebrand, or visual campaign.

Creativity will continue to peak and the 25th May is going to have a hazy romantic type of energy. For those of you in relationships, practical long-term concerns can be discussed and shared. Single Libras will be looking for long-term too, rather than casual.

The 1st of June has a particularly positive slant to it, if you do meet somebody at this time Libra, expect it to be somebody different, who has experiences that fascinate and inspire you. A holiday romance is also well featured at this time and you will be inclined towards travel in June.

From 13th to 20th June you will experience quite a rollercoaster of emotions. This is a great time to plan an adventure, but even if you stay home, this be a very eventful week. So many areas of your chart are lit up at this time, a change in your life direction is very possible. You may decide to change jobs, move house, you may fall in love, or take up a new hobby. There are many options available but with Uranus in Taurus, and your intuition so much clearer now than it has been previously, you may feel like you are guided by a higher force in the decisions you make. Synchronicities will be more frequent too.

{if you would like a £20 reading, to explain how Uranus moving into Taurus will personally affect you for the coming 7 years, contact me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com }

After the Solstice on the morning of 21st your focus will be a little more studious and practical. Changes are best made prior to this point anyway, as Mars turning retrograde in Aquarius at the end of the month, marks the beginning of period of reconsidering your domestic finances, family matters and creative plans. With the Full Moon on 28th June, capitulating and highlighting points which will require your focus over the remainder of the Summer. It will be a more introspective Summer than usual, so enjoy the freedom that June will bring you beforehand.

Shalom~~ Waxy

Forecast; Jan-March 2018 for Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio

Leo Sun (also applies to Leo Rising)
January to March 2018 –

Leo is the only sign whose ruling planet is predictably in the same part of the sky every year. Solar ruled as you are, there is a level of predictability to which parts of your life are highlighted from month to month. Perhaps that adds to the sense of self Leos are so famous for?

The year begins, as always with the Sun in Capricorn, moving through your 8th House, an introspective house by all accounts. (Please note this is written from the perspective of Sun in Leo but is unlikely to reflect the houses in your own personal chart).

There is however a great desire to be socialising and communicating with as many people as Jupiter and Mars; fellow fire ruling planets, meet up in your 3rd House which also connects to your local environment, neighbourhood and imaginative pursuits.

The new Moon on 19th January re-emphasises the 8th house focus however and energies will be re-directed towards passions and what we share with others. Whilst the 8th relates to resources and finances it is inextricable linked to ‘the other’ and how integrating our lives with people affects us on all levels, not just physically but energetically. Do the closest people in your life add to your energy, or do they sap it at times?

Right after the new Moon the Sun will move into your 7th House of partnerships, joining Juno which is also present in Aquarius until the end of February. If single you will be thinking about meeting a partner, it’s a lull at this time of year for Leos. Most of you are built for the Summer and a more social sphere, so this is the time of year when you want to find a mate and be more laid back and conservative. Do note though that the Lunar Eclipse on 31st January will fall in your own sign and major compromise may be required in order to achieve what you wish. Leos born around 1-5th August will feel this the most, as it is a full eclipse at 11º and will signify ‘endings’ in the area of your life it touches.

The partial solar eclipse on 15th February casts a shadow over Valentine’s day and gregarious gestures may not feel so appropriate and tensions in personal relationships become more apparent. It’s a learning curve for you at the moment as the transiting nodes through your sign urge you to take a deeper look at yourself, who you are, how you interact and what your life goals actually are. For Leos, often, a positive take on life is enough to manifest a happy enough existence, but nodes mean eclipses and these always force change upon us for better or for worse (in the short term, in the longer term change is always necessary and for good).

Saturn’s recent shift into Capricorn brings the day to day concerns of how you are organising yourself, your life, your health and your home. These rudimentary concerns generally belong to the domain of Virgo but as your adjacent sign many Leos will have Virgo affiliations and are well suited to this 2.5 year period of Saturn’s passage through the solar 6th House. It’s a time when hard work will pay off, and exercise regimes will have a notable effect.

For the later Leos the ending of Uranus’ transit through Aries will be notable, as it sends your Sun a harmonious burst of creative activity. Later born Leos will already have felt this throughout 2017 and most likely welcome the increased creativity and spontaneity that Uranus adds to the mix. Come May the chaotic planet will be floating through your career house, where it is not so comfortable, so make the most of your frivolous inclinations during this time.

The full Moon on 2nd March will bring to the fore that which you own and are responsible, considerations of that which is yours and that which is another’s will be a focal point in March as the New Moon the 17th March will fall close to Chiron in Pisces. A lot of us seek comfort in others as a way to not look at ourselves or have to think of life as a personal journey. Sometimes we end up surrounded by people who don’t resonate with us, simply as a preferred alternative to loneliness. There is a sense of having to weigh up who and what in your life is actually working for you at this time. I sense that 2018 has begun with an unusually serious tone for many of you but any time spend looking at who you really are will be so healthy in the long run.

March is also a good time to physically de-clutter your life. Throw out anything you no longer need or use, have a spring clean, start afresh. This year is a time of change but so long as you look after your basic needs the changes can be fabulous!
{if you would like to know where the Lunar Eclipse in Leo falls in your chart then email me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com}

Virgo Sun (also applies to Virgo Rising)
January to March 2018 –

The year begins with a lovely meeting between energising planets Mars and Jupiter, moving together through your solar 3rd house of communication (do note that the houses in your personal chart will mostly likely be different). This helps you begin the idea with ideas and inspiration, shortly followed by a week featuring the Sun and Venus being tracked by Saturn in Capricorn. Saturn moved into its 'home' sign of Capricorn in late December and will remain in situ for around 2.5 years, which will actually work very well for Virgos.

With Capricorn being a fellow earth sign, you will benefit from the trine from Saturn which will affect you at different times, depending upon when you were born. Those Virgos who were born in August will feel this support Saturn energy between now and the end of March. Saturn is the taskmaster; and celebrates commitment, constructive planning and hard work. Effectively, using Capricorn as your solar 5th House, we are looking at areas of creativity and that connected with performance, drama, dance, children and all forms of expressive of art. Saturn here will show you how to have discipline and practise can have a freeing impact upon these kinds of pursuits.

Later Virgos will be feeling less supported as Chiron, your ruling planet opposes the position of your Sun. Those born between 17th-22nd September in particular will be aware of this year (and the last 6 months of 2017) being quite a learning curve. Whilst Chiron your ruler is about healing, understanding vulnerability and reaching out to others with passion. It also does give a feeling of isolation and a keen empathy for others' suffering, whether on a small scale, or on a much larger one. The positive upside is that Virgos are often drawn to 'make a difference' and direct their work towards the betterment of mankind. Late Virgos will be considering how to integrate this kind of empathic consciousness into their daily lives at this time, most likely as a result of recognising some of their own personal sorrows.

Key dates throughout this period are 14th and 26th January, 7th February & 4th March, all dates highlighing a cycle between Venus and Chiron and bring ideas for how to bring kindness and healing to others.

There will be a full lunar eclipse on 31st January in Leo, the solar 12th House. This could bring interesting dreams, and memories of childhood. It would be helpful to meditate on anything which comes up at this time, the 12th house is concerned with the unconscious mind and can give clues as to what deep programming may be holding us back and blocking our progress in life. Eclipses are about endings, so awareness could be helpful, as otherwise changes could be very unexpected at this time.

The Partial solar eclipse on 15th February will bring domestic concerns to the fore. This is a good time to rearrange furniture, organise finances or begin a new health regime. The 6th House correlates naturally to Virgo and so this Aquarius New Moon is always a good time for Virgos, and the beginning of the Chinese New year also.

The Full Moon on 2nd March will bring a peak of productivity, as it will be in your own sign of Virgo. Fall at 10 degrees those born around 3rd September will be affected most, but use the energy to finish projects and make the most of the energy burst. Mercury will move into retrograde motion on 23rd March so these 3 weeks at the start of the month will be the most productive of the period for Virgos.

Furthermore, the new Moon on 17th March falling in the house of partnerships will start to put the emphasis more firmly upon the 'other'. Those closest to you may have wishes to state at this point, as the sign most likely to be of service to others, you do have the tendency to be very receptive to the wishes and needs of those close to you. Unlike Pisces, your opposite sign, you will do so wordlessly and gracefully for a while until it becomes too much. Again, late Virgos are more likely to be prone to this cycle at this time with Chiron in opposition to your Sun currently and with this new Moon falling very close to this point. It's okay to state you *own* wishes from time to time Virgo. There will be many people feeling vulnerable at this time and potentially asking for your help, try not to give more than you have.

Remember that Saturn in Capricorn is the beginning of a supportive, productive and very strong time for Virgos and whilst this year won't necessarily be smooth sailing, you will feel grounded, capable and equipped to deal with anything that is thrown at you during this time.

{if you'd like to know where Saturn falls in your personal chart and when it will be trine your own Sun position email me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com}



Libra Sun (also applies to Libra Rising)
January to March 2018 –

2018 begins with Venus in Capricorn, and forming a nice conjunction to the Sun in the first few days. This is a nice, harmonious connection in your house of home Libra. (I refer to your solar 4th House, but this may differ in your personal chart).

Saturn recently moved into Capricorn to begin it's 2.5 year visit and whilst the early born Libras may have felt the tension of a difficult angle from Saturn in Capricorn to your own Sun position, there is a natural understanding between Libra and Saturn. Since Saturn is exalted (perform best) in Libra, it can add a sense of clarity and structure to your Sun, which at times can be a known as 'indecisive' and is certainly prone to over-adapting to its surroundings at times.

Capricorn is your solar 4th House and his deals with all things home and family, including how and where you live, your relationship with your family, the type of upbringing you have had and, to some extent, even genetics. So, expect there to be serious considerations around where you live, whether this is financially viable, and purchasing your own property at this time. With Mars & Jupiter in your 2nd House, finances feel unusually robust, despite so many being out of pocket, from having literally 'bought into' the commercialism of December.

The new Moon at the end of Capriorn on 19th January takes place very close to Venus, which has just moved into Aquarius and despite the square to the chaotic planet; Uranus, this is a great time to begin something new, fulfilling and creative. Anything begun on a new Moon is more likely to stand the test of time and since there is still a focus upon home, perhaps a dream board of how, where, and when you would like to change residence could have a powerful manifesting impact.

Venus will remain in Aquarius until 11th February, encouraging a creative, fun and frivolous side to life. Those feeling the Saturn square to their Suns will still be aware of the pressures of having to work extra hard to stay afloat and successful at this time. Mid-later born Libras will be feeling a bit more fun-loving at this time. Late Libras will be experiencing the last of Uranus (ruler of Aquarius, change, chaos, invention) opposing their Suns and this can be both unnerving and exciting. It's a once in a lifetime experience though Libra, so embrace it. Not everything should be predictable or controlled and the best ideas nearly always come from 'out of nowhere'.

This year's first eclipse takes place on 31st January and will be in Leo, reigning in some changes to your social circle. Your solar 11th House is concerned with community and ecological issues, but also friendships and like-minded groups. Since Eclipses to bring 'endings' there could be some notable changes at this time, perhaps by the end of the Summer you will find that your social life has changed altogether. Try not to resist changes, they are there to help us evolve.

Venus in more romantic Pisces from 11th February may feel a little insipid but it's an imaginative time also. Shortly followed by a partial Solar Eclipse on 15th February, this could actually turn out to be quite a romantic time for many Libras. Whilst Aquarius can be deemed as one of the 'colder' signs of the zodiac, for Libra Sun it rules short term romances. Not to say that they remain short-term but this house is about the beginning of relationships when they are just beginning. Single Libras should get out and about on the weekend following this full moon, settled Libras, you have an excuse to be your most schmaltzy and cheesy, something your sign is known for doing best!

A lot of Libras have had a tough run of late with Pluto squaring the Sun and forcing some difficult personal changes upon you. Throughout 2018 those who will be affected will be those born from the 11th to 15th October, those born earlier will already relate to what I'm talking about (although this transit could have ocurred up to 7 years ago for the very early Libras). Depending upon whereabouts in your personal chart Pluto has been, you will have had to let go and probably experience some notable losses and personal changes to your life as a result. The key with this is to recognise that change is inevitable and that the winding, twisting path of life brings us things that we may not welcome but leaves us as stronger, more powerful individuals if we allow ourselves to be grateful rather than resentful when things don't go as planned.

The final new Moon of the winter will be on 17th March and falls in Pisces. This area of the chart is connected with day to day issues but this is a great time to look at starting a new health regime, rearranging ones home, or generally having a spring clean to better enhance personal energy. In fact a lot of March will be about refining and purity ones' self and life, as Venus in the solar 6th House from 11th March will shine a light on all that would usually be associated with Virgo and health. If you take care of yourself in March, Libra, you will have a whole lot more energy to expend when it comes to the Summer months.

{to learn more about how Saturn, Uranus and Pluto are affecting you throughout 2018 contact me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com}




Scorpio Sun (also applies to Scorpio Rising)
January to March 2018 –

In October 2017 uplifting Jupiter entered Scorpio and you've been feeling the benefits ever since. Those born within the first half of the sign in particular, will already have had the planet of luck, fortune, expansion and academic success touching on your natal Sun and giving you an energy boost and optimist that had been sadly lacking for a while.

The year begans with energetic Mars also in Scorpio and sailing through happily alongside Jupiter, meeting up as they did on 7th January. Mars remains in Scorpio until the 27th January (and Jupiter until September 2018) so you will feel a little more vibrant than you usually would during January.

With Saturn now in Capricorn, since its entry in late December, you will have a serious, focussed mindset (writing as I am from the perspective of Sun in Scorpio, do note that your personal chart will likely feature different house emphases). Capricorn is the 3rd solar House and deals with communication, ability to disseminate information, it rules the media and your neighbourhood also. Saturn will bring a serious tone to your thoughts and plans and, since it remains here for 2.5 years, this would be a great time for any of you aspiring writers out there to get started. The thing with Saturn is, it helps to maintain a steady, constructive flow of energy, so if you do begin something based upon Saturn in your 3rd you are far more likely to follow through and finish it.

Scorpio whilst a fixed sign, is not known for its patience; often ahead of the game in terms of awareness intuition, you are frequently more aware of others' motivations and thoughts, sometimes before they are themselves. This ability is often under-used but the new Moon on 17th January is bidding you to look at how you can integrate this ability into your world more effectively.

The following Lunar Eclipse on 31st January will fall in Leo, the sign which for you is connected with career and your standing in the world. Perhaps by better utilising your ability to psychologically understand not only other people, but the framework of the world around us, you could use this eclipse to further your stance career-wise?

Certainly Eclipses bring change and often endings, so areas of your work, or even your parenting (as social standing applies equally to how our children view us) could be adapted and refined at this time, to greater success.

With Jupiter in your sign most changes will be in your favour this year Scorpio, use it to your advantage, plan what you really want to experience in your life and take steps towards to creating that.

Through the first half of February; Mercury and Venus moving hand in hand through Aquarius brings harmony to your home life. Creative changes and warm interactions are well supported, if you'd like to refurbish or beautify your surroundings ideas will be plentiful and finances should be available also, as Venus puts a positive spin on finances in general. Get your paintbrush out, even for a little art therapy, if not to brighten up your environment.

Single Scorpios will find that romance is on the cards for them from 11th February with Venus moving into Pisces, your solar house of romance. Use the weekend following which features a new Moon and partial eclipse, to socialise, house parties hosted by yourself or others, will be particularly fruitful in this regard. The new Moon in Aquarius falls in the 4th House, so an introduction by family or in a residence is likely for those looking to meet somebody. Settled Scorpios, equally can enjoy the romantic haze from the comfort of your own homes. It's good to set an intention with a New Moon and so a little cleansing ritual using white sage, and a nod to basic feng shui, will enhance the efficacy of any energy you send out into the ether.

March continues to be an excellent time for Scorpios looking for love and in general an expressive time where joining a dance class, or learning a musical instrument will be particularly enjoyable. For those who are already creatively advance, do find the time to express this. Neptune in the house of performing arts is very encouraging for Scorpio musicians and dancers, even film makers and actors can benefit from the creatively inspiring Neptune in such a support position.

Those born in mid-Scorpio will be feeling a lovely trine from Neptune this year and it will increase your intuitive capabilities also. If you are beginning a new creative pursuit, you could use the new Moon in Pisces on 17th March to make it a very positive new beginning. Although this New Moon meets up with the wounded healer Chiron and may feel quite emotional, this could add a greater depth to anything you begin.

Mercury will be moving into retrograde motion on 23 March, so this will actually help you to revise and refine anything you begin learning earlier in the month.

{If you'd like to know more about how to utilise your creativity at this time you can contact me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com}

Full Moon at 25° Aquarius ~ Thursday 18th August

The Full Moon will be exact at 10:26 on Thursday 18th August and although it falls slightly outside the astronomical guide of being termed a penumbral eclipse; it can be regarded as the first of this Autumn's eclipse season.

This is a lovely free-spirited full moon being in the rebellious and expressive sign of Aquarius and forming a soft and supportive sextile aspect to Uranus; the ruler of Aquarius which is currently moving retrograde at 24° Aries.

Fire and air signs will feel an uplift at this full Moon, whereas the more earthy and watery among us may not feel quite so comfortable with the unpredictable and creativity that the Aquarius energy brings.

In the UK chart we see this full Moon occurring in the; traditionally Leonine, creative 5th House, in close proximity to the erotic asteroid; Eros bringing the possibility of romance to those who have a planet around 25° Aquarius, or Leo, this equates to those born close 14th February and for Leos celebrating their birthday around this time.

It's certainly a perfect mid-Summer excuse to celebrate and fully enjoy a weekend with no worries or concerns (the Virgo new Moon in two weeks will provide plenty of opportunity for that!)

There is a more serious underlying tone to this chart though, as Mars creeps closer to Saturn in Sagittarius and asks us to take a moment to consider where and to whom we give most of our attention.  With Saturn falling in the 3rd House of this chart, the recent political dramas are not forgotten and the backdrop of celebration is that some of us need to let our hair down and be frivolous because of the stress around us.

As always I'd like to encourage people to be concerned less about the negative, drone of media, somberness that we have no power to alter, and to switch our attention to that which is within our personal domain.  I watch so many folk walking beneath metaphorical suitcases of other peoples' baggage and seemingly oblivious to the beauty and possibilities which are all around them.

You don't need to practice Buddhism to realise that happiness and gratitude and laughter can only e experienced in the moment.

Venus crossed the North Node a couple of days ago but in this chart is still pointing towards love and friendship being the key ingredients of life.  With Aquarius being the sign of friendship, the emphasis of enjoying life and surrounding oneself with lovely people in the process, is reiterated.

There is a meditative side to also, with Mercury linking up with jubilant Jupiter in the 12th House of secrets and dreams.  Predictive and prophetic dreams are very possible on the days surrounding this full Moon, so it's worth spending those few moment to wake up slowly and reflect on any messages which may have come through.

Passion is reinforced by Pluto's perfect trine to Venus and broadening the potential of romantic bonds being formed around this time to all.  This week is a great time to be out and meeting new people, or reigniting bonds which need a little new life and rejuvenation.  With Pluto exactly at the IC (home, hearth and family line) however there will be some surprises for some and changes for others.  Pluto only removes that which is no longer required, but it can often feel like a great wrench and loss primarily.  It would be naive for me to gloss over the potential for shocking events to occur at this time but with such supportive planets overall I'm hoping for a few good surprises and revelations which are more about love than loss.

Another side to Pluto is that of fate and karma; whilst these are words usually associated with Saturn, actually is the Pluto in our charts which predicts most of the life changing events.  When noting Pluto in an angular position; as in this chart, it is important to consider that this is a time where what is meant to be is more likely.  Astrologers have noted in the past that there is a 'soul mate' indication when Venus and Pluto link up together and this week could bring some very notable and life-changing encounters.  When Aquarius and Uranus take centre-stage we can always expect the unexpected.

If any readers do experience some life changing events this week I would love to hear from you. ♥

Blessings, celebrations and peace to all~~~~

~~if you'd like a little heads up on how you are likely to be affected by the forthcoming eclipse season you can contact me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com

♥

New Moon at 21:44 at 10° Leo – What you resist persists

This new Moon, meeting up with the Sun in fiery Leo tilts the balance of planets into the fire signs. With the Moon making its impact; by joining up with the Sun, Venus continues her sojourn further into the sign at; 22° Leo. The timing of this new Moon, also coincides Mars’ recent return to Sagittarius – also on Tuesday 2nd August, after its long backwards dip into Scorpio. As mentioned in previous articles, Mars was retrograde from 18th April 2016 until 30th June 2016. It had reached 8° Sagittarius at the time of its retrograde and so will still be in the so called ‘shadow of the retrograde until it returns to that point on 22nd August. Still, with Mars back in Sagittarius, energies are higher and anything which has been moving slowly in your life over the last few months will start to gather momentum again.


Saturn is also in Sagittarius, interestingly sitting at 9° very close to the retrograde point for the whole of the month of August as it slows down, ready to turn to forward motion itself. If you have any planets around 8-9° Sagittarius, these are significantly highlighted, once again (just as they were in April). For those of you born around 30th November, that would be the position of your Sun at birth, so most likely this has been a very low energy year for you so far. Do look at what comes up in August in this case, you will learn far more from observing other areas of your life which come to the fore. There is no need to fight against what should be, if you’re tired then rest. Rather than be frustrated look at what IS working for you and embrace it.






In the new Moon chart Neptune sits angularly on the ascendant throwing quite a dampener on the usually energetic Sun-Moon conjunction in Leo. Confusion is the theme of this new Moon, this is not a time to begin something constructive or to make a wish. Neptune always brings a deeper, spiritual and emotional tint to whatever it connects. It is linked to confusion and deception, because we live in a world where facts and figures are valued more highly than creativity, but really Neptune is about all that is elevated and of a higher frequency.

There is a bit of a conflict of interest however, as the Sun-Moon in Leo fall in the detail oriented 6th House implying that facts and figures at this time may well be obfuscated and unavailable. As always, if flowing with the cycles choosing to allow a more creative approach to what is usually mundane will work incredibly well at this time.

I personally postponed the tidying and plant repotting that I need to do to coincide with the new moon and allow new energy to flow more freely around my space. Feng Shui is very important to procure new energy and allow change to occur, and this new Moon favours energetically enhancing ones’ personal space. Whilst many of the more constructive parts of our lives may not be easy to navigate at this time, there is a great deal of cleansing energy which can be worked with and utilized at this time.

A bit of a clean, a move around, to bring new kinds of energy into stagnant areas of your life will work well at this time. This isn’t a time for constructive thought and there won’t be a feeling of great action and celebration in the usual new Moon in Leo sense. Allow action to take place where it is needed, let go of anything which doesn’t seem to be flowing at this time and this can be a very positive new Moon.



August is quite a static month as we wait for Mars to reach as far in Sagittarius and Saturn sits tight awaiting Mars to surge past on 24th August. After which things will begin moving so quickly it will be a very exciting an eventful Autumn.

Enjoy the rest, don’t fight the forces of nature and this can be a tranquil, uplifting and inspiring new Moon time.

If you’d like to know about where 8° Sagittarius falls in your chart, or perhaps to have a personal prediction for this exciting Summer ahead, then do contact me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com

Blessings and joy to you all~~~~~

January 2010 - General

The first interesting point about 2010 is it actually ends on a Full Moon, so there will be an energy peak, as usual but as Venus is also in the mix it is likely to be one in which relationship issues are illuminated finally. For better or for worse, truths will be uncovered and this will help this to feel like the opportunity for a clean slate.
Any issues which need to be raised as a result of this will likely come to the surface on the 3rd which has an edge of irritation to it. Small arguments and tensions are likely as the reality that the party season is over begins to sink in!

Unfortunately immediate resolutions do not appear imminent, as Mercury’s retrograde motion during the first 2 ½ weeks of the month will result in more communication problems. Also during Mercury Retrograde periods problems with transport, technology and timing are prolific. It’s not advisable to make any promises or buy new equipment during this time and weather difficulties are likely also.

The first weekend of the year is looking mostly uneventful as one would expect after most people will have had their first full week back at work and will probably want to do nothing at all.

A year never truly feels like it’s begun until the first New Moon however and in 2010 this falls on 15th January and begins marks the beginning of the best weekend of the month! There is a romantic glow as Venus, still sliding alongside the Sun, promises a more positive and hopeful 4 weeks ahead. A New Moon is an opportune time to make a wish or begin something you wish to stick with. If you want to show somebody how much you appreciate them then this day is steeped with sincerity and good intentions will be recognised as such.

By the end of this weekend Mercury also moves into Direct motion indicating greater clarity and less annoying set-backs.

When Venus moves in Aquarius on 18th we can expect the unexpected and such plans will not have the same effect. The 18th also marks the beginning of a year long stay for Jupiter in compatible Pisces. Good news for all who prefer the simpler things in life. It’s as if a new lease of life begins in the 3rd week of the month and there will be an element of stability hope on the 22nd. Soon dashed of course by a day of confusion and misunderstands on 25th. It’s not an ideal day to plan negotiations or make long term plans.

The month ends on a mixed note, with the 29th promising to be a high energy, somewhat random day. Certainly a good evening to dancing or planning a lively outing, however expect there to be a few people competing for centre stage.

The 31st unfortunately will have a heavy feeling for most. Worries will resurface, random things will go wrong. Unless you plan to embark on some very serious planning and resolution of problems/finances it’s a day best spent curled up with a good book.