One ship sails East, And another West

Astrology Forecast for

July 15 through July 31, 2012

One ship sails East,
And another West,
By the self-same winds that blow,
'Tis the set of the sails
And not the gales,
That tells the way we go.

Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Energetic Mars and loving Venus are active, helping us reach our objectives and have loving relationships if we pay attention to which way the often contradictory planetary winds are blowing. 

Energy, initiative and enthusiasm are all words associated with the planet Mars.

From July 4 through July 29, 2012, Mars opposes (is about 180 degrees from) unpredictable Uranus in the sky.  These two planets in a hard aspect make people and countries angry, argumentative, erratic, tense, rude, selfish, accident prone and intolerant.  Self-control is needed.  As Mars is hot, dry, and fiery, hot temperatures, drought and forest fires are in the news.  As Uranus rules weather, change and rebellion, we hear about extreme weather, weird news, revolutions and upheavals.    

From July 4 through August 1, 2012, Mars trines (is about 120 degrees from) Jupiter, creating a grand opportunity to get objectives accomplished through having lots of energy and enthusiasm. 

From July 8 through July 26, 2012, Mars squares (is about 90 degrees from) Pluto, one of my least favorite aspects.  All aspects can be used for positive results, but some aspects are harder to use positively than others are.  Mars square Pluto is difficult, stressful and can be violent.  Guard against criminal behavior and avoid arguments.  Since this aspect carries considerable energy, we can have successes, but only after much effort.  During the time that Mars squares Pluto, it is also opposing Uranus, creating a Cardinal T-square.  Cardinal T-squares pack a wallop, and this one especially affects careers, structures, governments, relationships and our need for individuality and freedom.    

       

        Love, social life, money and possessions are all words associated with the planet Venus. 

From May 15 until June 27, 2012, Venus was retrograde.  Sometimes planets appear to go backward through the signs of the zodiac as seen from the earth, based upon our relative positions.  This is called being retrograde.  Venus will not be at the same degree of the sign it was in when it started going retrograde until July 31, 2012.  As Venus corresponds to relationships, money and possessions, this whole time period until July 31, 2012, is an excellent time to rethink and redo our relationships with people and start a new way of handling our money and possessions.  We get a second chance to handle love, money and possessions in new and better ways.

        From June 16 until July 19, 2012, Venus is conjunct--very close to-- Jupiter in the sky.  This can be a wonderful, romantic and loving time, making us happy and feeling good about ourselves.  Early risers can see the two planets close in the eastern sky before the Sun rises.    

        From July 21 through August 7, 2012, Venus trines (is about 120 degrees from) Saturn.  This is a great time for business and other partnerships, organizing social occasions and managing money in a structured way. 

       

        Get rid of clutter from 9:29 p.m., Central Daylight Time, July 25, 2012 through 12:17 a.m. Central Daylight Time, July 28, 2012. 

Many people have been telling me that they have been using the times that the Moon is in Scorpio to get rid of clutter and it helps.  The Moon is in Scorpio during these two days, and that means it is a good time to get rid of what no longer serves you, from those old coupons in your junk drawer to anyone whose negativity dampens your spirits. 

Major transformations February 27, 2012 through June 13, 2015.

Uranus and Pluto are so far from the Sun that they take a long time to go around the Sun and through the signs of the zodiac.  When they form angles with other outer planets, those aspects are in effect for a long time.  Uranus squares Pluto (is about 90 degrees from) for more than three years, forming an underlying background for the other planetary aspects. 

We will not notice their effect every day of this period, but we will notice major changes that can be attributable to these planets.  Uranus brings the unpredictable, the unusual and the eccentric.  It is a very freedom-loving planet and it can be rebellious and strong-willed.  Pluto is explosive, powerful and eliminates what is no longer needed.   Uranus is in Aries, a strong and independent sign, and Pluto is in Capricorn, which rules structures, laws and governments.  During this three-year period, we will see upheavals, struggles, revolutions, rebellions, unusual weather patterns and abrupt earth changes—volcanoes and earthquakes.

        Mercury Retrograde July 14 through August 8, 2012. 

        For information about what this means for you, your communication, your transportation and your machines, go to my website, www.DianneLawson.com and click on the Mercury Retrograde button. 

        Great for communication, studying and travel June 28 through August 3, 2012.

        Mercury trine (about 120 degrees from) Uranus during this time is great for original, interesting and exciting communication (verbal and written), study and travel.  It is especially good for learning about new subjects or going places you have never been to before. 

        Confusion about what to do June 3 through July 17, 2012.

        With Jupiter and Neptune squaring each other, it can be hard to figure out the right thing to do.  It is not a good time to make any major decisions as we may not have all the facts or may be deceived by others. 

Both of these planets correspond to beliefs, especially religious.  Under easy aspects, people can draw closer to God.  Under hard aspects, such as these planets are under now, people can feel confused or be attracted to cults.  Expect to hear about people being involved with religion that is not good for them or for others—religious extremism. 

        Good news for education, communication and travel.

        Jupiter is in Gemini where it will remain for about a year.  Jupiter is the planet of good fortune.  Gemini is the sign of education, communication, travel, neighbors and siblings.  Jupiter brings the opportunities, but we must do our part.   

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I hope this astrology forecast is beneficial to you.  Let me know if you have any questions or if I can be of any other help.  Dianne  785/232-2836  Cappie0113@aol.com  www.DianneLawson.com

Roller-Coaster Relationships

June 1 through June 15, 2012

Astrology Forecast

        Relationships may feel like a roller coaster with Venus constantly moving in and out of angular aspects with other planets.  Some times are definitely better than others to navigate through relationship waters. 

        If your life doesn’t seem to be going your way now, wait awhile, as planets are moving in and out of patterns with other planets.  Easy and challenging aspects ebb and flow. 

Relationships and finances.

        Venus, the planet of love, money and possessions, is busy this month, moving in and out of important angular positions with other planets.  Some of the angular positions are easy to deal with and positive and some may be challenging.   

        From June 1 through June 4, 2012, Venus and Mercury (the planet of communication) are very close to each other in the sky.  This gives us the ability to be warm and charming in communication and to say the right thing because we take the time to pick our words carefully.

        From June 1 through June 9, 2012, Venus squares (is about 90 degrees from) Mars, making us hypersensitive and straining our close relationships.  We may expect too much and be disappointed.    

        Venus, trines (is about 120 degrees from) Saturn, bringing opportunities for benefits through older people and bosses.  It’s a great time for business and investments because you are willing to do the hard work necessary to have good results.  Relationships turn serious and can be very good for people who are responsible for themselves as well as for others. 

        From time to time, planets appear to go backward through the signs of the zodiac as seen from the earth, based upon our relative positions.  This is called retrogradation.  From May 15 until June 27, 2012 Venus is retrograde.  As Venus corresponds to relationships, money and possessions, this is an excellent time to rethink and redo our relationships with people and start a new way of handling our money and possessions.  We get a second chance to handle love, money and possessions a new and better way.

        Confusion about what to do June 3 through July 17, 2012.

        With Jupiter and Neptune squaring each other, it can be hard to figure out the right thing to do.  It is not a good time to make any major decisions as we may not have all the facts or may be deceived by others. 

Both of these planets correspond to beliefs, especially religious.  Under easy aspects, people can draw closer to God.  Under hard aspects, such as these planets are under now, people can feel confused or be attracted to cults.  Expect to hear about people being involved with religion that is not good for them or for others—religious extremism. 

        Hard work brings results June 1 through 6, 2012.

        Mercury trine (about 120 degrees from) Saturn means it is a good time to work hard.  This aspect brings good concentration and the ability to organize.

Traveling and communicating stressful June 8 through 14, 2012.

Mercury opposite Pluto may indicate blockages in communication and problems in traveling.  I am not saying to totally avoid communicating and traveling, but if you can, you might want to wait for a better time to have important talks and fun trips. 

Major transformations February 27, 2012 through June 13, 2015.

Uranus and Pluto are so far from the Sun that they take a long time to go around the Sun and through the signs of the zodiac.  When they form angles with other outer planets, those aspects are in effect for a long time.  Uranus and Pluto form a square aspect (are about 90 degrees from each other) for more than three years, forming an underlying background for the other planetary aspects.  We will not notice their effect every day of this period, but we will notice major changes that can be attributable to these planets.  Uranus brings the unpredictable, the unusual and the eccentric.  It is a very freedom-loving planet and it can be rebellious and strong-willed.  Pluto is explosive, powerful and eliminates what is no longer needed.   Uranus is in Aries, a strong and independent sign, and Pluto is in Capricorn, which rules structures, laws and governments.  During this three-year period, we will see upheavals, struggles, revolutions, rebellions, unusual weather patterns and abrupt earth changes—volcanoes and earthquakes.

Take care while communicating and traveling May 29 to June 3, 2012.

While Mercury is in a stressful aspect (a 90-degree square) to Mars, take care while speaking, writing and traveling.  Mars is quick, forceful, argumentative, foolhardy and accident-prone.  It is also quick to take offense and be irritable.  Don’t say or write anything while angry.  Calm yourself down first.  I would not cancel any trips under this period, but would be sure I drive under the speed limit and take extra care. 

Good news for the economy and for you.

        Jupiter is in Taurus where it will remain until June 11, 2012.  Long-lasting aspects bring slow results, but over time, hard work and patience can create good outcomes.  Jupiter brings blessings, opportunities, luck and expansion, and Taurus is a financial sign.   Taurus is also slow moving, conservative and patient.  Jupiter enlarges what it touches, so inflation may be part of the picture.  Jupiter in Taurus is a fortunate time for making money if you are prudent and don’t expect to get rich overnight.  I expect that the people who already have big money will continue to make big bonuses.  With Jupiter in this sign, YOU should take advantage of opportunities to enlarge your financial picture.  Do you have the money you want?  If not, what do you need to do to get it?  Are you doing what you need to do?  Do you have multiple sources of income?

For inspirational quotes and more frequent astrological tidbits and helpful forecasts, go to www.facebook.com/AstrologerDianneLawson.

I hope this astrology forecast is beneficial to you.  Let me know if you have any questions or if I can be of any other help.  Dianne  785/232-2836  Cappie0113@aol.com  www.DianneLawson.com

Challenges, confusion and opportunities

April 1 to 15, 2012 Astrology Forecast

Grand Cross April 1 to May 19, 2012 brings emotionalism and challenges. 

Neptune, Mars and the Moon’s Nodes form a Grand Cross in the sky, indicating excess emotionalism, confusion and challenges.  I prefer the word challenges to other words I might use, as challenges can be overcome and can encourage drive and achievement.

Neptune in Pisces has a hard time focusing on worldly matters.  It can be imaginative, spiritual, caring and wanting to provide service to other people and animals, but it can also be easily deceived. 

Mars in Virgo wants to get work done, but it tends to worry and be overly critical.  And then when Mars opposes (is about 180 degrees from) Neptune, it can have unrealistic expectations, further exacerbating those qualities of worrying and being hypercritical.  During this time we need to pay attention to our surroundings and work on seeing situations and people they way they really are, not how we hope them to be.  We should be on guard against accidents, negative thinking, worry, poisoning, and escapism, possibly through drugs and alcohol.  Artistic and creative pursuits and service are good ways to channel this energy.

        To further add to the potency of this energy between Mars and Neptune, the Moon’s Nodes get into the action and are squaring (about 90 degrees from) the opposition of Mars and Neptune.  Moon’s Nodes are where the Moon’s path crosses the Earth’s path around the Sun.  There are two Nodes, where the Moon’s path goes North of the Earth’s path, and then when it goes South of the Earth’s path.  Vedic astrologers attach enormous power to them and think they are active whenever events happen that are noticed all over the world. 

Grand Cross brings confusion and challenges to work, love and money matters from April 1 to April 14, 2012. 

And then, to top it all off, Venus is very close to the Moon’s South Node, and is squaring Neptune and Mars, until April 14, 2012.  Venus, the planet of money, social life and love is not thinking clearly and may be overly needy.  This is not an especially good time to buy expensive items unless they are necessary, and then do your homework to make sure you are getting what you think you are.  It can also be a confusing time for relationships.  This is not a good time to make any decisions about relationships as you may not have all the information you need and may not be thinking clearly.         

The effects of Mercury Retrograde through April 23, 2012.

        For information about Mercury Retrograde and what you can expect of it, go to the Mercury Retrograde button at www.DianneLawson.com. 

Get rid of clutter from 10:17 a.m. Central Daylight Time April 7, 2012 through 10:12 a.m. April 9, 2012. 

Many people have been telling me that they have been using the times that the Moon is in Scorpio to get rid of clutter and it helps.  The Moon is in Scorpio during these two days, and that means it is a good time to get rid of what no longer serves you, from those old coupons in your junk drawer to anyone whose negativity dampens your spirits. 

Great for new beginnings and multiple streams of income February 1 to April 10, 2012.

        The Great Benefic, Jupiter, is in a lucky trine (about 120 degrees from) Pluto, making this a great time for new projects and new beginnings.  These planets bring big money to people who have prosperity consciousness, optimism and self-confidence.  Don’t listen to people who have a consciousness of poverty—get out there and use this planetary energy for your benefit.  

Good for new beginnings, physical energy and hard work February 28 to May 31, 2012.

        Energetic Mars trines (is about 120 degrees from) Pluto, making this a good time to aggressively start new projects, and work hard to accomplish goals.  Pluto is connected to elimination—get rid of junk and clutter.   This is a great time for spring cleaning. 

Major transformations February 27, 2012 to June 13, 2015.

Uranus and Pluto are so far from the Sun that they take a long time to go around the Sun and through the signs of the zodiac.  When they form angles with other outer planets, those aspects are in effect for a long time.  Uranus and Pluto form a square aspect (are about 90 degrees from each other) for more than three years, forming an underlying background for the other planetary aspects.  We will not notice their effect every day of this period, but we will notice major changes that can be attributable to these planets.  Uranus brings the unpredictable, the unusual and the eccentric.  It is a very freedom-loving planet and it can be rebellious and strong-willed.  Pluto is explosive, powerful and eliminates what is no longer needed.   Uranus is in Aries, a strong and independent sign, and Pluto is in Capricorn, which rules structures, laws and governments.  During this three-year period, we will see upheavals, struggles, revolutions, rebellions, unusual weather patterns and abrupt earth changes—volcanoes and earthquakes.

Great for artistic pursuits and listening to your intuition October 23, 2011 to April 12, 2012. 

        Saturn is an earthy planet, bringing stability and reliability to whatever it touches.  Saturn trines (is about 120 degrees from) ethereal Neptune, which means it is a great time to work on and finish artistic projects and use your intuition to benefit your life.  Listen to your hunches.  This aspect is great for being able to use psychic ability.

Good news for the economy and for you.

        Jupiter is in Taurus where it will remain until June 11, 2012.  Long-lasting aspects bring slow results, but over time, hard work and patience can create good outcomes.  Jupiter brings blessings, opportunities, luck and expansion, and Taurus is a financial sign.   Taurus is also slow moving, conservative and patient.  Jupiter enlarges what it touches, so inflation may be part of the picture.  Jupiter in Taurus is a fortunate time for making money if you are prudent and don’t expect to get rich overnight.  I expect that the people who already have big money will continue to make big bonuses.  With Jupiter in this sign, YOU should take advantage of opportunities to enlarge your financial picture.  Do you have the money you want?  If not, what do you need to do to get it?  Are you doing what you need to do?  Do you have multiple sources of income?

For inspirational quotes and more frequent astrological tidbits and helpful forecasts, go to www.facebook.com/AstrologerDianneLawson.

I hope this astrology forecast is beneficial to you.  Let me know if you have any questions or if I can be of any other help.  Dianne  785/232-2836  Cappie0113@aol.com  www.DianneLawson.com