Astrology Explored

July 16, 2008

You’ve seen those Mr. Clean Magic Erasers, the micro-sanders that demolish just about any type of stubborn mess on the wall or an appliance, haven’t you? Today nearly all of us will all be wishing for a cosmic version of one as our personal resources, both at home and at work, are found to be a bit lacking and a mess ensues. As the Moon forms a connection with the planet of transformation, Pluto, the planet of abundance, Jupiter, and opposes the planet of communications, Mercury, we scramble to make up for a sudden overload of work. A new work project comes barreling in, the kids tell you about something that you absolutely have to do for them, now! This is a Plan A, Plan B, Plan C day are we juggle and struggle to keep up with its demands.

Aries—Fools rush in where angels fear to tread, but this is ridiculous, Aries. As you rush around trying to grasp at straws for the solution to your latest dilemma, did it not occur to you to just sit still for a moment and think about what it is you should do? Of course, not, Aries, because you prefer to do something rather than think about it. And self contemplation is painful today. No pain, no gain.

Taurus—Like a magician, you pull out your secret stash of resources to cover a sudden expense. Whether it’s a new pair of shoes, or a new roof for the house, what ever it is, you’ve got to have it and you end up paying through the nose for it. Always looking for the best, check twice to see if you are really getting what you pay for.

Gemini—Little shocks to the nervous system, like a disturbing bit of gossip or a tiny rumor, keeps you hopping today, Gemini. You have a nearly prescient sense that a big change is about to happen, but you have no clue as to what it can be. Keeping your ear to the ground is not likely to help today, Gem, as the Powers That Be aren’t talking, just yet. Best to take in a little sun to calm your nerves.

Cancer—No you can’t. Whatever it is, you can’t do it. Stuck with a pile of work to do, you feel like Rapunsel with a huge room of stray to spin into gold. And no one wants to hear your whining about it. Darn! No , spin, Cancer, and get that work out of the way, because it isn’t going to just go away on its own.

Leo—You are giddy at the thought of a new adventure. What you don’t know is that this adventure is going to have all the fun, as well as the twists and turns, and sudden plunges of a roller coaster ride. Take a buddy with you to spot you as you hit those curves.

Virgo-You keep your head above the fray as you keep your nose to the grindstone. No one is happier to work and there is plenty to keep you happy. Moving about your daily tasks, you spread a sense of well being around you. This won’t stop other people from bickering, but at least you can calm things down a bit.

Libra—If you are asked to take sides in the latest debate, tell them you really have too much to do to referee. Each side has a good argument. Unfortunately for you, your constitution can only take one good argument at a time. Beat a hasty retreat knowing that discretion is the better part of valor.

Scorpio—Your natural proclivity for moving between the spaces of other’s perceptions serve you well today, as you slide by nearly unnoticed. This makes for a relatively easy time on day of particularly difficult aspects. Lucky you.

Sagittarius—If your world is more than a little shaky, there is little you can do about it. You are pulled along by the wheels of progress, my friend, so the best option is to roll with it. You can dust yourself off when the wagon stops. Um, hide the credit cards for best effect.

Capricorn—You are likely to hear a bit of whining on the home front if you can’t break away to spend some time with significant others. Love, this time, is not about the bacon you bring home, but tossing some ribs on the barbecue and serving up the potato salad. Go in earlier if you have too to clear the desk because tonight your presence is required.

Aquarius—If you can’t get a handle on other people’s thinking processes, it is not for a lack of trying on your part. Other people are being deliberately obtuse about what it is that they want. Zero in on the emotional aspects of the situation and you’ll find people are really wanting assurance but are afraid to ask for it since they are not quite sure what to make of recent behavior. Whether or not you give it to them is up to you.

Pisces—You see a solution easily for other’s conundrums. “Why worry about it?�? you say. Why indeed? Nothing is quite so interesting as the problems we make for ourselves. If you do your own thing and not get involved you’ll be just as happy. You are glad to oblige, aren’t you?

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