New Moon in Pisces: Taking an Emotional Turn

The New Moon signifies a brand new chapter that is underway in your life, and with it being in the dreamy and sensitive sign of Pisces, expect things to easily drift out of hand. This is a time to find new, fresh ways to handle the areas of your life that have you scratching your head. One thing is for certain, this period will be anything but bland, and over romanticizing, or totally misreading people and affairs in your life abounds, but this is a time to look for ways to avoid seeing with blinders on, and that is what will become the reward and challenge.

Aries: Take a time out, you have been too loud and proud in taking on all the areas of your life, and now you need some "me" time, when the Moon moves into your sign, expect to feel fully energized, with a tad bit more charm than usual, sometimes just sitting back and taking everything in proves more beneficial than you realize.

Taurus: Friendships are where you will be seeing some new activity- you have the chance to make some deep emotional bonds, but try not to idealize the outcome, it is all about laughter, not fretting over the what ifs.

Gemini: Changing the way you come across is all important now, as image dictates how others relate to you as a person, and that has a huge bearing on personal and professional opportunities. Remember, being a little more vulnerable and open can win more admirers than anything else.

Cancer: Travel and talking out differences, especially with those who are outside the home, and also siblings and neighbors, will bring a new chapter in your life for the better, but being totally honest and seeing culpability in the problems that have arisen will be the challenge now, you must face the music..

Leo:  Confusion over joint finances and investments has you looking for answers, it is important to be wary of deception, even of those who you implicitly trust will need to be examined now. The most important thing is to stay focused on what you know to be true, and avoid having your kindness exploited, especially in finances, as everyone has a sob story, but not everyone is genuine.

Virgo: Relationships have you wondering where you stand, you are finding yourself looking into how you fit into the other person's life, but what is needed now is a firm reminder that you very well could be reading more into the problems than normal, but if you discover otherwise, discuss the direction you are both going in- together or apart.

Libra: Feeling tired and drained has you fed up with your health woes, and with Neptune in the picture hasn't helped matters, as you are unsure whether they are emotionally based, or something off the wall no one has considered, the best bet is to work with healthcare professionals and talk freely about what you are going through, Saturn has certainly done a number on you.

Scorpio: Feeling down has you missing the good times you have had, but you are needing to be more emotionally playful, something you are not usually down for, but now it appears that it will help you relate more with those around you, give it a try, and get in touch with your romantic and artistic sides, but with a Scorpio twist-and this means deep, intense, and rich with meaning and hidden treats, go all out!

Sagittarius: Everything has been hitting home, and this doesn't have you laughing, this is a chance to mend fences with those from your past, who you have depended on, and also with the nurturing parent and family. Take the time to smooth things over sincerely, and with affection, it will work magic in your life.

Capricorn:Words and communications with those who you usually have a blast, are taking a serious, emotional tone, and secrets are something that make you a nervous wreak, what if I get in trouble, what if I'm the bad guy? But part of deep friendships, and relationships of all varieties, is about trust and the nitty gritty side of the other person, it takes two, so give and receive, but do keep that cautious side, you never know.

Aquarius:Finances have you needing to get real, and fast! This is not something you like dealing with, but this is your chance to improve in your spending habits, and getting the most out of your earnings. By taking the bull by the horns you will avoid unpleasant surprises cropping up later.

Pisces:You are in need of finding yourself, but that is no easy task, as you are often in the dark as to who you are. This New Moon will be bringing the chance to glimpse into habits, and see the other person's point of view, as long as it is communicated sweetly, you have tender feelings, and you can't bare others being upset with you.

Saturn Retrograde and What it Means for You

Saturn, the planet of Karma and major life lessons, has gone retrograde. So what does that all mean/ Well you can bet on is that what lessons you haven't learned, no matter the area of your life it involves, will be brought back to your attention, and if anything needs tended to or recognized, especially things you believed to be over and done with, will be revisiting you now. Saturn brings with it many restrictions, and causes you to re-route your energy and life, and as it has been going direct for quite some time now, you probably started feeling a recovery and a return to normalcy coming for you. Not so fast, you have missed some details along the way, so take a look at your sign to see where you must work to tie up loose ends in order to close the chapter of Saturn in Libra for the time being.

Aries: Time to tidy up relationships, and learn from your past mistakes, yes it is about taking accountability I'm afraid, the benefit is that you can improve, maybe save, a relationship now if you are willing to change and see in between the lines.

Taurus: Put down the cookie jar lid! You are needing to watch your diet, and look after health concerns. You were doing well, but then life happened, and you fell off the diet band wagon. Remember, everything in moderation.

Gemini: Talk about busting your bubble, your lesson is to take life more seriously, no gambling or torrid affairs I'm afraid, especially when it comes with your children, other people's kiddies, and the stepchildren, each presents issues for you now where they apply. Also, time to take yourself more seriously and think things through, you have a wonderful mind, use it!

Cancer: Trouble is on your own doorstep, and it is time to manage it once and for all. There has been attempts at diplomacy, but some bluntness wouldn't hurt. the big lesson is to let things come to an end that are already over, no need to rehash the past when there is plenty more on your plate, take care of your emotional self at this time.

Leo: Its all talk, but that is where you need to draw from; words are powerful for good or ill, and you are learning that they also have the ability to hurt, and also to heal. Sometimes admitting where you are wrong helps heal the past for the better. Short trips and all things dealing with siblings and neighbors will be delayed, but the key to mending fences is through a good heart to heart.

Virgo: Money! this is your chance to either sink or swim in the financial arena, as this is the last chance to learn from your mistakes and either prosper, or go bankrupt. Make the most of your eye for detail, and keep it simple for the time being.

Libra: It's all about you, and that being said, it's time to address health and issues relating to the bod and your self esteem. This is a time where you will be challenged to be happy in your own skin, and take the plunge to tackle whatever troubles you have weighing on you, sometimes you have to share this burden with others, and that is the beauty of relationships after all, dump away!

Scorpio: What's gnawing at you? The lesson for you now is to stop fretting over what you are hiding, as it will not stop it from coming out or changing things. Things are the way they are, and you are better off facing them now, and tiding up, then to make an even bigger mess of things up the road, food for thought.

Sagittarius: The time is come to look at the friend scene, who has jumped ship and why? This retrograde of Saturn is asking you to look at why your friend scene has changed, and maybe teach you to take others' feelings into account once and a while, not that you intended for this to happen, but you can never have too many friends in life, best to change what isn't working and save, maybe regain, the friendships in your life.

Capricorn: All work and no play has you needing to re-assess your career goals. It also means that you are starting to put off an air of all business, and that leaves little room for anything exciting, let alone relationships to flourish they way you would like. Try and take a break where you can, it will improve all playing fields.

Aquarius: Luxury has it's upsides, certainly, but it is time to reign in the party wagon a little, as things are little too easy come easy go, this is the lesson most important to come by: bear down on studies and education, they will take some time to master, but you will go further than you could ever dream once you do,

Pisces: There is so much you have to think about, to choose from, and it is deeply secretive, not that you aren't that way naturally, but when it comes to  obsessing over joint finances, and personal transformations, it makes it that much more personal to you. The time has come to heal from the loss of those you have loved, that is the only way to carry on. In the end, the lesson to take away is that nothing is ever as complicated or simple as it seems, but is rather what you make it to be.

Saturn in Libra: These Boots Were Made for Walking....

We all that 2011 was quite possibly one of the hardest years for many people, and if you noticed, so many people saw the end to relationships, some were through break ups, others were through death, either way it made for some real adjustments, especially if you were one of those people affected. There is an astrological explanation for this: Saturn in Libra. To the ancients, Saturn was nasty little customer, nothing too cool about him, he was all about work, lots of it, and hard to boot, and then you add in the death aspect, as to the Romans Saturn represented the harvester, cutting away from this world the sheaves of wheat prepared to move forward. It is no wonder that to this day this distant planet still has us prognosticators shivering in our little boots, as his symbolism really hasn't changed much at all, rather ironic since he brings about so much of it, but at the same time represents the foundation- what is time honored and traditional, so there you have it, he goes about stirring up other people's lives, but in ways that are typical and expected. The best way to put any of these little astro quibs to the test is through observing Hollywood, they tell it all. Still not convinced?  How about Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher, or Seal and Heidi Klum, maybe Katy Perry and Russel Brand? That is just a small sampling, and this all occurs under the wings of Saturn in Libra, the house of relationships and partnerships. Of course these things happen all the time, but if you look into your own life, see what is that has gone through major compromises, what relationships have gone up in flames, and what has become rock solid through the dark nights of the soul you have journeyed through, that should give you a clue to the power, and depth that this planet represents in our life, for good and bad, it remains a fixture of in our lives. Here is a quick view of what may have been the theme for you by sign:

Aries: Lets stay together: this is relationships through and through, and getting on the same page has been more a chore than anything else, eventually you say uncle and walk on your way, but not before putting up quite a battle, and love after all is the greatest battle field of all, but you know a lost cause when you see one. That doesn't mean you accept defeat, you simply find a greater challenge ahead, closure is important if you are broadening your horizons, and some down home communication and sensitivity if you are sticking it out,.

Taurus: The everyday scene for you has gone through some spring cleaning if you will, people that were once part of the day in and out have found themselves going out the door, sometimes with a swift kick in the jeans, but also some health issues were bound to crop up, you have definitely found yourself being restricted in diet, and haven't been amused one little bit, food is your passion, and the taskmaster that Saturn is had made you pull back.

Gemini: The romance and fun areas of your life have been through the wringer and back, but you still try to make the best of it, no matter what you do nothing will please everyone, and playing peace maker really isn't your thing, so this has been a trial in patience more than anything, except a windfall, not too lucky in gambling or piles of money falling from the sky, a real doggone shame.

Cancer: Talk about hitting home, you have taken a few hits that have you reeling from shock: walk outs and bombshells coming seemingly out of nowhere have you scratching your head, and grabbing your stomach from all the stress. Nothing feels permanent anymore, as those things once seen as forever and always aren't so much that way anymore.

Leo: Can you hear me now? Crossing lines is an understatement, no matter what you do, nothing you say comes out the way you want it to, and you find yourself having to hold back where you would rather correct, but these are unfamiliar waters, and you keep your tongue, seeking understanding through tact. Look back, has word of mouth affected relationships for you in the past year? Bet you will say an astounding yes!

Virgo: The bank account has been under siege, or finally making you some gold, as Saturn can reward for a job well done, it hasn't been easy to earn that if you are fortunate enough to reap those benefits, many are left starting over from square one, something very Saturn-esque, either way, the way has been bumpy for you for some time, you are likely ready for a little siesta from this trick pony show.

Libra: Home sweet home, you have had the great pleasure of hosting this planet of karma and seriousness in your life, forget the backyard, we are talking front row seating in your living room! This has been the time of deep losses of a personal nature- loved ones, jobs, and independence as well, issues with health have also come about from the constant stress, it certainly been a basket of roses around here for you, but you get an A for effort in my book!

Scorpio: What's up doc? As Bugs Bunny was always saying, this is a year when mental and physical health was highlighted for you. Things under the surface that have had you wondering if it is all in your mind, or if it is a real concern. Much of what you have been going through was at either extreme, as most of what you experience is, but no matter how this dis-ease developed, it has no doubt been aggravated, if not brought about, from trying to please everyone. So, dear Alice, the time is fast approaching when you will climb out of the rabbit hole, all will then be made clear.

Sagittarius:The great exodus, and that isn't a joke, oh comedian extraordinaire, it's like a revolving door where more people are going out than coming in, especially those who you have known for a while, there is just a  tension around those friendships, and laughter hasn't been the best medicine so far. Sometimes people grow apart, but what you can thank Saturn for is showing you who your true friends are, whether they have been around for a while, or having just dropped in, the ones that see you through this time in your life are the keepers, so expect to have them around for the long haul. 

Capricorn: Moving up and out, you are looking for new ventures to take you out of where you are currently in the work department, you just haven't been clicking with the group for a while, and you are also feeling like others see you as the dumping ground for problems, and everything in between. You like to help out where you can, well okay, not that much, you have your own problems after all, but you try to appease those around you. The best move is work on how you project yourself, take everything in stride, and have fun where you can, even if is behind a cracked smile, you won't break, promise, this too shall pass, and sooner than you might expect!

Aquarius: The world is your limit, and you have been pursuing going out and about to learn all the ins and outs of life abroad, but you have had to make some sacrifices to get there, and some begging, borrowing, and stealing as well. Yes, you see this as your true education, but the view hasn't always been a pretty one, and there are many that you have had to leave behind to go for the gold. The benefits have been learning the value of having a genuine, realistic vision behind your dreams, and that has been an education worth it's weight in gold.

Pisces: Laser like focus, and brooding jealousy hasn't been in short supply for you, things have just been either really rewarding, or terribly disturbing to your sense of security and sanity at times. All too often do you keep what you really feel under the surface, especially from those you love, but you have been seeking to make some hard and fast boundaries, at least some rules, and this has not only help to empower you, but has also helped you get real with finances and other matters of estate and coin. Hurray hooray for you, but try and keep things on a reasonable level, you won't enjoy being a control freak and neither will anyone else.

Astroscopes Special: New Moon in Aquarius- Help is on the Way

A New Moon provides the chance to take advantage of opportunities, much like planting a seed ( which comes to maturity at the Full Moon) we have the ability to start a fresh cycle in our lives, and grow our plans and ideas for the weeks that follow. This is the perfect time to start things, as the growing light of the Moon will bring renewed focus, drive, and optimism to reach the goals you have set. In short, the New Moon represents a blank canvas, waiting for you to create your masterpiece. The New Moon in Aquarius this past week was the perfect start to anything dealing with friends, acquaintances, technology, or group efforts, though not so good for charisma and charm, as Aquarius is very matter-of-fact, and doesn't beat around the bush, but relay exactly what they see.

 Aries: Making up with friends, or at least considering it, will be on your mind for the following weeks, it will be important to reach out to the people who come to your mind, there will be some important info to come from this, don't let it pass you by.

Taurus: Chumming up the office scene will be the best medicine for the winter blues, that is where you seem to live these days, something you have come to accept, even though you would rather not, at any rate, you are making the most of the office family that has come together, time to tweet/text and get together.

Gemini: Long term goals are being brought to your attention, maybe that beach trip to hang out with your pals is on the mind, or just a quick get away, anything would be an improvement, but it seems that it is more about the phone and networking scene that you are left with, but it never hurts to dream.

Cancer: Intense doesn't begin to describe the moods you are having, why can't people understand you? We are talking some misunderstandings and hurt feelings, but all isn't lost, it rarely is, just try and put yourself in your shoes, not any easy ride in either pair, is it? Offer understanding and you will receive the same.

Leo: That hot romance fizzling into the friend zone? Well don't expect hot and spicy with any relationship you are in, or hope to be in, as the current trend is to be more friendly that overtly passionate, sometimes this only adds to the pizzazz, now is about working on the "like" part of the equation, the love shouldn't be in question, unless you are taking on emotional water on your little love boat, things will heat up again soon and be muy caliente before you know it!

Virgo: As if having Mars tripping in reverse wasn't bad enough, you find yourself being somewhere between a powder keg and a ball of raw nerves, and neither one is particularly fun for you. The is a time to expect issues to come up with health and the day to day affairs of life. There is a chance to mend some fences, but you aren't good to anyone all sick and tired, get some good rest, it will help more than you think.

Libra: You are looking for more unusual ways to entertain yourself, and your social circle is definitely going to be seeing this trend blossom over the next few weeks, but that isn't all bad, things were starting to get a little more than dull, and you have the spark to bring some color back around, just don't expect everyone to share in your new found uniqueness.

Scorpio: Expect for there to be some coolness at home, as you've lost that loving feeling. The New Moon is bringing with it new boundaries for relationships, making them more cooperative than close, this is a time to get by while you can. but expect waves as you go along, not everyone will be a fan of this new found perspective.

Sagittarius: Yak, yak, yak, that is what you can expect for the foreseeable future, it seems like everything is coming via word of mouth, just be cautious that your strong sense of truth doesn't get you into trouble, as this is a time for telling it like it is, and that can make you more enemies than friends, then again you don't really value friendships where you can't be totally honest, so let it rip!

Capricorn: Show me the money! That is what is on your mind for the time being, and also how to make the more of it; whether it is flowing in, or coming to a screeching halt you are now looking to work out the kinks in your finances. Expect for the work scene to bring about some difficult responsibility changes, but these are things you saw coming, the real shocks will come to the bank account, good or bad.

Aquarius: The cosmic spotlight is on you, and it involves your health and well being, take a time out and a break, as this is the time to find new ways to recharge your batteries. The emotional scene has been going between extremes, and now you are able to bring yourself into balance, and separate yourself from dramatic relationships, take care of yourself.

Pisces: There are plenty of things that you have been trying to sort under the surface in the most rational way possible, and yer you find yourself still struggling to not react emotionally. You feel your way though most of the time, but you are now trying to see things for what they are, be careful though, it is easy to miss the big picture when caught up in the details, be willing to take responsibility for yourself, but only what is fair.