The month opens with the Moon conjunct Uranus in Gemini, bringing shocks to the system. It’s trine Pluto, which opposes Mars, meaning powerful forces push you toward your goals whether you want to or not. The Moon returns to Uranus on October 28, bringing the month full circle.

Venus spends the whole month retrograde, backtracking from 8° Scorpio to 26° Libra. Her key dates: conjunct Mercury Oct 6, square Mars Oct 10, quincunx Uranus Oct 16, square Pluto Oct 20, conjunct the Sun at 0° Scorpio Oct 24 (the rebirth of the Venus cycle), back into Libra Oct 25, and building toward a sextile with Jupiter at month’s end.

Aries

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 23–25

Moon in Aries conjunct Neptune and Saturn, trine Mars and Jupiter, opposite Venus

The New Moon on the 10th falls in your partnership sector, opposite Saturn in your sign, so a relationship or business alliance asks for a real commitment. Pluto turns direct on the 15th, and your long-range plans start moving again. Your power days arrive when the moon enters your sign on the 23rd. Bold action meets hard limits, but Mars and Jupiter back you, so push forward with a plan instead of a whim. The Full Moon on the 26th lights up your money sector and shows what your efforts are worth.

Love & Money

Venus backs through your house of shared resources, so this is the month to untangle what you owe and what you’re owed. Joint accounts, loans, taxes, and insurance need a second look. Don’t sign anything new around the 10th, when Venus squares Mars and tempers run hot over money. In love, an old intimacy issue resurfaces and asks for honesty. Once Venus enters Libra on the 25th, your partner becomes the focus. Someone from the past may want to talk about the future.

Taurus

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 25–27

Full Moon in Taurus on the 26th, square Pluto, Mars, and Jupiter, opposite Mercury

The New Moon on the 10th falls in your work and health sector, a good time to reset routines and start a fitness or wellness plan. Pluto turns direct in your career house on the 15th, and a professional power shift begins working in your favor. When the Sun enters Scorpio on the 23rd, partners’ and other people’s agendas take over. The Full Moon in your sign on the 26th is the month’s turning point for you. Money, security, and stubbornness come to a head, and what you’ve been holding onto either becomes solid or has to go.

Love & Money

Your ruling planet is retrograde in your opposite sign, so relationships are the whole story this month. A partner, ex, or business associate comes back with unfinished business. The square to Pluto on the 20th pushes power dynamics into the open, and you can’t stay stubborn and win this one. Contracts signed now may need renegotiating later. The full moon in your sign on the 26th shows you exactly what you value. After the 25th, money and energy shift toward your job and daily habits. Trim the budget there.

Gemini

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 1–2 and October 27–29

Moon in Gemini trine Sun, sextile Saturn and Jupiter (Oct 1–2); conjunct Uranus, trine Pluto, sextile Saturn, Mars, and Jupiter, trine Venus (Oct 27–29)

The month opens with Uranus in your sign delivering a jolt, but powerful forces push you toward your goals whether you’re ready or not. The New Moon on the 10th lands in your sector of romance and creativity, perfect for starting a passion project. Mercury, your ruler, turns retrograde in your work sector on the 24th, so double-check schedules and assignments. The Moon returns to Uranus on the 27th, and this second shock opens doors instead of slamming them.

Love & Money

Venus retrogrades through your work sector, so money depends on fixing what’s broken in your routine. Look for an underpaid project, a coworker conflict, or a client who wants revisions. The quincunx to Uranus in your sign on the 16th brings a sudden adjustment you didn’t see coming. Roll with it. Romance picks up on the 25th as Venus re-enters your house of pleasure and romance. A former flame or creative project returns, and by month’s end Venus begins a sextile to Jupiter that rewards second chances.

Cancer

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 2–4 and October 29–31

Moon in Cancer square Neptune, trine Mercury and Venus, square Sun and Saturn (Oct 2–4); square Neptune and Saturn, trine Sun and Mercury, square Venus (Oct 29–31)

The New Moon on the 10th falls in your home and family sector, opposite Saturn in your career house. You’re torn between duty at work and the people who need you at home, and the answer is to set firm boundaries for both. When the Sun enters Scorpio on the 23rd, your fifth house of joy and creativity lights up. The Full Moon on the 26th brings a friend or group goal to completion. Halloween closes the month on a nostalgic, deeply emotional note.

Love & Money

Venus backs through your house of romance, creativity, and pleasure, trining your Sun. This is the sign most likely to see an old love walk back in, and this time the feelings may be mutual. Creative work you abandoned deserves another look, because it could pay. Guard against overspending on entertainment around the 10th. After the 25th, Venus moves to your home sector. Redecorating, real estate, and family money come up, so think before you buy big-ticket items for the house.

Leo

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 4–6

Moon in Leo opposite Pluto, conjunct Mars, sextile Uranus, square Mercury and Venus, trine Saturn, and conjunct Jupiter

With Mars and Jupiter both in your sign opposite Pluto, you feel the month’s power struggle most personally. Your power days come early, October 4–6, when the Moon activates all of these energies at once. Expect drive, ego clashes, and big ambition, ending on a generous, confident note. The New Moon on the 10th favors writing, networking, and important conversations. Pluto turns direct on the 15th, and a partner’s or rival’s resistance starts to ease. The Full Moon on the 26th puts your career in the spotlight.

Love & Money

Venus squares your sign from your house of home and family, and on the 10th it directly squares Mars in Leo. Expect domestic friction, especially over money spent on the home or a family member’s needs. Your pride and a loved one’s feelings collide, and the square to Pluto on the 20th turns it into a power struggle if you let it. Choose warmth over winning. After the 25th, things lighten as Venus moves into your communication sector. A heartfelt message or a short trip smooths everything over.

Virgo

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 6–9

Moon in Virgo square Uranus, sextile Venus and Mercury

Your strong days come when the moon enters your sign on the 6th. Uranus in your career sector disrupts plans, but your practical problem-solving saves the day and earns notice. The New Moon on the 10th falls in your money house, the best time this month to set a budget or launch an income stream. Mercury, your ruler, turns retrograde on the 24th in your communication sector, so back up files and reread before you send. The Full Moon on the 26th favors travel, study, and publishing.

Love & Money

Venus sextiles your sign from your communication sector, so words carry weight this month. A conversation with someone from your past clears the air. A contract or agreement you thought was final may reopen, and it could work in your favor, especially around the 6th when Venus meets Mercury. Review the details carefully. After the 25th, Venus enters your money house. Revisit your budget, old invoices, and what you charge, and the Jupiter sextile building at month’s end says you’re worth more than you think.

Libra

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 9–11

Moon in Libra opposite Neptune, trine Pluto and Uranus, sextile Mars, opposite Saturn, sextile Jupiter; New Moon in Libra on the 10th

October is your month to begin again. The New Moon in your sign on the 10th is your personal new year, so set intentions for how you want to be seen and what you want next. Saturn, in opposition to that New Moon, asks for commitment, not just inspiration. A partner may test you, and an honest reality check leads to inspired new beginnings. After the Sun enters Scorpio on the 23rd, attention turns to money. The Full Moon on the 26th brings a shared financial matter to a conclusion.

Love & Money

Your ruling planet spends most of the month retrograde in your money house, so this is a reckoning with self-worth and spending. Don’t buy luxury items or make impulse investments. Do collect what’s owed to you and reassess what you charge. The square to Pluto on the 20th may expose a financial imbalance you’ve been ignoring. On the 25th, Venus returns to your sign, and the focus turns to you. Reinvent your look, recommit to your own needs, and let the right people notice.

Scorpio

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 11–13

Moon in Scorpio square Pluto, conjunct Venus, square Mars, conjunct Mercury, square Jupiter

The sky is crowding into your sign. Mercury and Venus are both in Scorpio, and the Sun arrives on the 23rd. Your strong days, October 11–13, are the most intense of the month. Secrets surface, jealousy flares, and an ex may reappear, so don’t overplay your hand. Mercury turns retrograde in your sign on the 24th, so rethink plans rather than launch them. The full moon in your opposite sign on the 26th puts a key partnership under the spotlight.

Love & Money

Venus retrogrades in your sign, and on the 24th it meets the Sun in Scorpio, the start of a whole new Venus cycle centered on you. Love starts with how you value yourself. Expect an ex, an old attraction, or an old insecurity to resurface so you can finally settle it. Hold off on dramatic makeovers until November. Money flows through the people you already know. The square to Pluto on the 20th tests your control issues, so let go a little. After the 25th, quiet, behind-the-scenes healing works best.

Sagittarius

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 13–16

Moon in Sagittarius opposite Uranus, trine Neptune, sextile Pluto, trine Mars, Saturn and Jupiter, sextile Sun

You have the luckiest window of the month. When the Moon enters your sign on the 13th, an unexpected turn in a relationship gives way to three days of fire trines. Pluto turns direct on the 15th, so act on the plans that have been stalled. The New Moon on the 10th falls in your sector of friends and groups; it’s a good time to join something or start a collaboration. After the 23rd, slow down and rest. The Full Moon on the 26th asks you to fix your daily routine and look after your health.

Love & Money

Venus backs through your hidden twelfth house, so watch out for secret feelings, private worries, and money leaking through small, unseen expenses. Someone may be harboring feelings for you that they haven’t voiced, or you may be the one holding back. Check your subscriptions and automatic payments. Solitude helps you hear your heart. On the 25th, Venus moves into your house of friends and networks. A friend could become something more, or a group connection could pay off professionally.

Capricorn

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 16–18

Moon in Capricorn square Neptune, Saturn, and Sun; sextile Venus and Mercury

The New Moon on the 10th falls at the top of your chart, opposite Saturn in your home sector. A career opportunity arrives, but family needs pull you back. Your strong days, October 16–18, bring pressure from every direction. Quiet strategy beats force, and a well-placed word to the right person goes further than overtime. After the 23rd, friends and networks become your best resource. The Full Moon on the 26th rewards a creative project or brings a romance to a turning point.

Love & Money

Venus sextiles your sign from your house of friends, groups, and long-term goals. A friendship from the past reconnects, and an old networking contact may bring a profitable lead. Be careful lending money to friends around the 10th. A wish you shelved deserves revisiting, because it’s more achievable than you thought. After the 25th, Venus moves into your career sector, so a former boss or client may return with an offer. Polish your public image and let your reputation do the selling.

Aquarius

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 18–21

Moon in Aquarius sextile Neptune, conjunct Pluto, trine Uranus, sextile Saturn, opposite Mars and Jupiter, square Venus and Mercury, trine Sun

Pluto in your sign turns direct on the 15th, and the transformation you’ve been living through starts moving forward again. Your strong days, October 18–21, make that power personal. Breakthroughs come fast, but your independence clashes with someone else’s pride, so pick your battles. The New Moon on the 10th favors travel, study, and big-picture plans. The Full Moon on the 26th falls in your home sector, square Pluto, and a family or living situation reaches a decision point.

Love & Money

Venus squares your sign from your career house, and on the 20th it squares Pluto in Aquarius directly. Work relationships and money matters become a power struggle. An authority figure, a pay issue, or a professional rivalry needs careful handling. Don’t burn bridges, and don’t accept a raise or offer without negotiating. In love, a relationship with professional ties gets complicated. After the 25th, Venus moves to your travel and learning sector, opening doors to romance with someone from a distance or a different background.

Pisces

General Month’s Influences: Strong on October 21–23

Moon in Pisces trine Venus and Mercury, square Uranus

The New Moon on the 10th falls in your sector of shared resources and intimacy, a good time to settle debts or deepen a bond. Your strong days, October 21–23, bring strong intuition and the power to heal a rift with compassion, though a last-minute curveball keeps you on your toes. When the Sun enters Scorpio on the 23rd, your horizons open toward travel, study, and spiritual growth. The Full Moon on the 26th brings news, a key conversation, or a short trip.

Love & Money

Venus trines your sign from your house of travel, learning, and big ideas. A long-distance love, a former teacher, or a trip you postponed returns with fresh promise. This is a good time to revisit courses, certifications, or publishing projects that stalled, because their value is rising. On the 21st, the Moon in your sign trines Venus, making it your most romantic day of the month. After the 25th, Venus enters your shared-money sector. Settle debts, review joint finances, and let intimacy deepen through honest talk.

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Wide orbs do work. A family member called me yesterday on the verge of tears. She’s recovering from surgery and making progress, but she still faces months of physical therapy. She didn’t need me to tell her how well she was doing. She needed someone to hear how hard it was.

Looking at the stars, I understood why that conversation happened. The Moon was moving through Aries toward Chiron, what I call “the planet of something wrong.” The Moon had also met Saturn earlier that morning, bringing its own weight to the day.

On September 28, the Moon meets Chiron at the very end of Aries. The conjunction is exact at about 9:58 a.m. Eastern time. Less than an hour later, the Moon enters Taurus. Cafe Astrology .com

Aries is the part of us that says, “I am.” A hurt here can sound like, “I should be able to handle this myself.” For someone facing a long recovery, even positive progress can feel painfully slow. For someone else, a small disappointment may reopen the memory of someone telling them they were too angry, too needy, or too much trouble.

The Moon brings those feelings to the surface. You might be surprised by tears, irritated by an innocent question, or tired of assuring everyone that you’re fine. If someone you love seems unusually raw, give them room to tell you what hurts. Resist the urge to turn their feelings into a problem you can solve before they’ve finished speaking.

And if you’re the one having a tough time, you can say so. “I’m getting better, and this is still hard” is a complete thought.

Fortunately, Moon transits are quick. Once the Moon enters Taurus, a little comfort may be easier to accept. Sit down. Put your feet up. Let somebody bring you a cup of tea. Or enjoy that pint of chocolate ice cream without guilt, since the Moon has moved on from Saturn, the planet that keeps a stern account of our actions.

Where is Aries in your chart? That’s where the ouchies may hurt most. If Aries falls in your first house, the tender spot may be your body, your appearance, or the frustration of needing help when you’d rather move under your own power. Recovery can be progress and still feel unfairly slow.

In the second house, it may be money or self-worth. In the third, words you can’t seem to say—or words you wish you hadn’t heard. In the fourth, home and family. In the fifth, the freedom to enjoy yourself. In the sixth, the daily work of caring for your health.

The seventh house asks what hurts in a close relationship; the eighth, what’s difficult to trust or share. In the ninth, a belief may be shaken. In the tenth, it may be your work or reputation; in the eleventh, your place among friends. In the twelfth, it may be a hurt you’ve kept so private that even you have trouble naming it.

You don’t have to solve it today. Start by telling the truth about where it hurts.

And pass the chocolate ice cream.

Then came the great HostGator corruption; I will never forgive HostGator for this. Or rather, the people who bought HostGator and gradually ignored it. Where before HostGator’s security was impeccable, now it allowed a malware attack on a website on the servers hosting Astrology Media Press, of which Astrology Blogger is a part, which bled through and corrupted all my blogs. They kept telling me my blogs were the problem and that if I couldn’t fix it myself, I could use a service THEY recommended for a hundred dollars per hour.

Having most of your family as tech support for corporations has its advantages, and my daughter-in-law, Dawn, volunteered to help me fix the blogs. It turned out to be an unholy mess, and I could hear her swearing from across the river, but she cleaned up the databases enough that I could ship them to my new web provider, Hostinger, which I joined in 2021.

But I never really got Astrology Blogger into the shape it deserved. For some reason, images disappeared from the feeds, and plug-in after plug-in, and proposed solutions failed me. I wasn’t faring much better on other aggregators I started: Romance Blogger and SFF Blogger. I enlisted my son, another tech admin, to help, but that didn’t work out at all. Since this was all a labor of love rather than a money-making venture, I let things slide.

Two weeks ago, I got the wild hair to finally fix things, and I enlisted ChatGPT. I fed successive screenshots into it until we found the cascade of problems mucking up my sites. SFF Bloggers was still importing images, and from there I figured out that an old image importing plug-in I had bought worked with my version of FeedWordPress and finally fixed a years-long problem.

And then I got ambitious and finally, finally, got this site (and others) to export to Facebook Astrology Blogger, Instagram Astrologblogger4 and Bluesky Astrology Blogger.

Yes!

And how, do you ask, does this relate to astrology?

I dug up the inception date of Astrology Blogger: September 29, 2007. I knew its “birthplace” was New York City, and that gave me enough to run a sunrise chart:

Well, well, well. Look what we have here: transiting Pluto in Aquarius within orb of Astrology Blogger’s natal Chiron in Aquarius. Aquarius rules networks, technology, and collective enterprises—which could hardly describe an astrology aggregator more precisely.

Pluto has also entered my tenth house of career and is edging toward my own Chiron in Aquarius. Pluto demands transformation, and here, in both Astrology Blogger’s chart and mine, it appears as transformation through healing. Astrology Blogger has been healed and may finally regain its former glory. We’ll see if Pluto does the same for me.

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From March to September 2025, the skies don’t burn with a trio of eclipses. Flanked by disruptive planetary movements, the March 29, 2025, partial solar eclipse sets off a chain reaction in the United States’ natal chart, especially on the judicial stage. The players are tech titans, institutional gatekeepers, and a restless national psyche. And the fire—symbolic, political, and mythic—tests the integrity of American law, truth, and power.

Here’s a Blow-by-Blow:

March–September 2025

Between the spring and fall of 2025, the sky burns with celestial pressure. Eclipses, planetary shifts, and mythic archetypes converge to challenge the foundation of American identity, power, and law. This is not merely an astrological cycle. It is a collective turning point—where truth fractures, empires tremble, and the fate of the Republic stirs in the bones of the Constitution.

The stage is set by fire in the sky. The players? Tech titans, judicial giants, and a nation teetering between illusion and accountability. This is eclipse season. And it begins with a confrontation at the top.

March 29, 2025 — Libra Eclipse: Who Has the Right to Judge?
A total lunar eclipse in Libra at 9° strikes near the U.S. Saturn in Libra in the 10th house of government and authority, activating the axis of justice and leadership. This is the eclipse of institutional reckoning—where the question is not just what is right, but who decides?

The eclipse opposes transiting Chiron in Aries, digging into old wounds of national power. Legitimacy is on trial. The Supreme Court, federal authority, and the moral center of leadership face scrutiny. We begin the eclipse season with a national mirror held up to justice—and the reflection may disturb more than it affirms.

April 2025 — Illusion and Reassurance
On April 12, Venus stations direct in Pisces, restoring motion to matters of value, economy, and empathy. There’s a momentary balm—soft words from leadership, perhaps financial promises—but it’s not the whole story. Behind the scenes, structures quietly shift. Financial markets or social programs may begin adapting to an unspoken pressure building beneath the surface.

This is the eclipse season’s hush before the storm.

May 2025 — The Promethean Spark Ignites
Jupiter enters Gemini on May 14, setting the atmosphere ablaze with information, rhetoric, and ideological fervor. This activates the U.S. 9th house of law and belief, magnifying conflicts in the courts, schools, and media.

It is possible that Elon Musk, the collective symbol of Promethean technology, may begin to suffer the first consequences of a fall from grace—overreach into world politics, digital empire-building, or legal entanglements could ignite public backlash or institutional limits. The fire he once stole now threatens to consume its source.

In the courts, new cases emerge—free speech, tech regulation, education. Judicial language becomes weaponized. The air is sharp with legal intent.

June 2025 — Mars Awakens: Legal Resistance Builds
Jupiter crosses the U.S. natal Mars in Gemini (21°)—an explosive activation of the 9th house. Mars here is the legal warrior, the ideological street fighter, the challenger of monoliths.

This marks a turning point in the U.S. legal narrative. Challenges to authoritarian frameworks like Project 2025 or Heritage-aligned legal agendas may gain traction. Expect a flurry of lawsuits, state-level resistance, and constitutional arguments reignited in public view.

America’s Mars in Gemini is no friend to authoritarianism. It thrives on contradiction, litigation, and spirited dissent. And now, it is wide awake.

July 2025 — Uranus Enters Gemini: Truth Disrupted
On July 7, Uranus enters Gemini, joining Jupiter in the 9th house and striking at the nation’s legal nervous system. This is the signature of disruption—of sudden shifts in how justice, truth, and authority are communicated and contested.

A cyber or media scandal may erupt, possibly tied to Musk or another tech giant, igniting debates around surveillance, censorship, and the ethics of digital power. Infrastructure may falter. Courts may fracture. Narratives may splinter into competing realities.

The old rules no longer apply. Uranus rewrites the manual.

August 2025 — The Dream Dissolves
Neptune and Saturn retrograde near the U.S. IC, the chart’s deepest root. The illusion of institutional righteousness breaks down. Ethics scandals may rock the Supreme Court, or state courts may rise to national prominence as trust in federal authority wanes.

This is the moment the country realizes that no institution is sacred, no narrative untouchable. Disillusionment deepens—but from it, a grassroots truth may begin to form.

September 2025 — Eclipse Reckonings: Who Owns the Truth?
The eclipse season culminates in a lunar eclipse in Pisces (September 7) and a solar eclipse in Virgo (September 21), activating the 3rd and 9th houses—America’s axis of communication and ideology.

The Pisces lunar eclipse at 15° casts a haze over the nation’s media, education, and public speech. Emotional revelations surface. A media entity may fracture or fall. Confusion spreads—but clarity begins to gestate in the shadows.

Then, the Virgo solar eclipse at 28° lands like a scalpel in the 9th house, opposing the U.S. Venus and Jupiter in Cancer. This is a moment of reckoning for the legal system, for truth-tellers, and for those who build the moral structure of the nation. What began in March as a question of who judges now ends in how judgment is defined, enforced, and institutionalized.

Final Reflection: The Fire We Carry
From March through September, the U.S. chart is lit up by fire, truth, and transformation. The Libra eclipse tested the legitimacy of power. The Pisces eclipse dissolves old stories. The Virgo eclipse demands we write new ones—precise, ethical, and built to endure.

In the middle of it all, Mars in Gemini, America’s courtroom warrior, takes the field. Not with violence, but with language, with argument, with law.

And in the Promethean arc of 2025, we are reminded: fire is a gift—but it always comes with a cost. Whether that cost is paid by tech titans, Supreme Court justices, or the public trust itself… remains to be seen.

The sky is on fire. And so is the future.

US Natal and March 29 Eclipse Chart

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And for extra goodness, I tossed the Astro Dice to get a yearly forecast for each sign. Let me know if they track.

Aries
– Hot and Fast, Just Like They Promised!
“High energy, bold, and always ready to GO. Great for initiating projects, terrible at finishing them. Would buy again for the excitement, but comes with a bit of a temper.”

Astro Dice Yearly Forecast: Aries focuses on emotional connections, relationships, partnerships, communications, and their siblings. If anyone is more ill-suited to a mediator role in their circle of family and friends, it’s them. But tag—they’re it.

Taurus
– Built to Last, but Might Not Budge!
“Super comfy and indulgent – it’s like owning a cozy weighted blanket that won’t let go. However, convincing it to move or compromise? Good luck!”

Astro Dice Yearly Forecast: This year, creative endeavors and children grab their attention. Problems in these areas revolve around contentious individuals. They must apply a firm hand to the situation before things get out of control. Stay out of their way.

Gemini
– Two for the Price of One!
“Versatile, chatty, and endlessly entertaining. Be prepared for constant updates and a change of plans every 5 minutes. Could come with a mute button, though.”

Astro Dice Yearly Forecast: The Twins may be standoffish or emotionally cold—or perhaps acting a tad weird. They can’t intellectualize this situation, and they find communication difficult. The services of a counselor will help them through. Now, if only you can get them to listen.

Cancer
– Emotional Support, with Crabby Side Features!
“Perfect for homebodies and emotional connections. Comes with a hard exterior, but once you crack it open, it’s all soft and cuddly. Sensitive to mishandling.”

Astro Dice Yearly Forecast: Their soft, gooey insides ooze from them this year, so if you are looking to make inroads with your hard-to-crack Cancer, feed them baked goods and compliments to get on their good side.

Leo
– Crowned King (or Queen) of My Heart!
“Shiny, attention-grabbing, and full of love. Makes everything feel like the main event. Sometimes hogs the spotlight, but it’s hard not to admire.”

Astro Dice Yearly Forecast: Hard to diagnose throat problems plague the Lion this year. You may want to encourage them to keep a journal, or blog, to let out what ails them. Once they articulate their feelings, things may improve.

Virgo
– Practical and Perfectly Organized!
“Comes with a user manual and a checklist! Ideal for improving efficiency, but prone to overthinking. May gently judge your life choices while offering solutions.”

Astro Dice Yearly Forecast: Money issues are at the top of the list for Virgo this solar cycle. They are having a difficult time balancing needs and wants and can’t make a decision as to how to handle their money. However, their pride and stubborn independent streak rears its ugly head, so unless asked—do nothing.

Libra
– Stylish and Balanced, but Indecisive!
“Always aesthetically pleasing and knows how to mediate. Spends 45 minutes deciding dinner plans but makes every gathering feel elegant. Worth it!”

Astro Dice Yearly Forecast: Situations with communication, small business, and siblings top Libra’s list of top ten irritants. If your Libra is crankly, its them, not you, because they can’t figure out a diplomatic way to resolve these issues.

Scorpio
– Dark, Mysterious, and Intense!
“Fantastic for depth and transformation, but not for the faint of heart. Keeps secrets like a vault but will burn you with their stinger if crossed. Handle with care.”

Astro Dice Yearly Forecast: Stocks, insurance, credit issues, and perhaps the goods of the dead, occupy the Scorpion’s mind. They may want to break free or delve into unusual solutions. Whatever it is, they won’t tell you, so don’t worry about it.

Sagittarius
– Adventure-Packed and Free-Spirited!
“Excellent for travel, philosophy, and wild nights. Occasionally reckless but always fun. Warning: doesn’t come with a return policy—they’re already onto the next thing.”

Astro Dice Yearly Forecast: Career matters figure prominently in Sagittarius’ mind. They are, surprisingly, working harder and longer, so no, they aren’t cheating on you with another. Support their efforts. Sag never likes to work like a beast, so this phase won’t last long.

Capricorn
– Serious Business with a Soft Core!
“Dependable, hard-working, and determined. Perfect for long-term goals and financial advice. Secretly hilarious if you catch them in the right mood. A great investment.”

Aquarius
– Innovative but Not Like Other Signs!
“Always ahead of the curve, loves humanitarian causes, and makes you think differently. Could be warmer, but that’s just part of their charm. Definitely unique!”

Astro Dice Yearly Forecast: You wouldn’t think it, but Aquarius is particularly conscious of their image and how they come across to other people this year. Expect them to spiff up their appearance in their unique style.

Pisces
– Dreamy and Compassionate!
“Comes with an endless imagination and deep empathy. Great for creative projects and heart-to-heart talks. Needs frequent recharging due to emotional overload.”

Astro Dice Yearly Forecast: Pisces is family-centered this year, considering service to family a higher calling. Be aware that too much self-sacrifice for this sign can lead to nervous stress. If you are a friend or partner, be prepared with a box of kleenex and comfort food to ease them through the tough times.

Which sign do you “review” best?

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In the moments before midnight on Halloween, the stars extend an invitation for reflection, courage, and the opportunity to level up your life. At this hour, the Sun, Moon, and Mercury reside in deep, mystical Scorpio, with a New Moon offering a portal to change. This alignment makes Halloween not just a night for costumes and revelry but a powerful time to assess our paths and transform our lives.

How Can I Change My Life?

Some problems may seem too big to change. Relationship issues, financial pressures, and health problems can be overwhelming.

I will tell a story about a friend of mine. In 2018, she made a concerted effort to repair her financial situation, which was wildly out of control due to a divorce 8 years prior and a layoff from her corporate job in 2011. Health problems piled on, making it impossible to focus on life issues, let alone work a regular 9-to-5. By securing freelance work and renting rooms in her house, one by one, she attacked the various debts she owed. Finally, she got to the last debt, the city water bill that had gone unpaid for years. She contacted the city to make payment arrangements, upon which the city said they couldn’t do anything without switching to a new meter and reading the old one. They had been estimating the bill all that time. Fine. But when the new bill came, she was shocked to find the water bill increased by over 4,000 dollars. She couldn’t pay that, let alone the past due, and then she discovered that the city did not make payment arrangements. Within two months, she received a foreclosure on her house by the city. And in her state, foreclosures due to water bills cannot be mediated.

There was only one thing to do. To stay the foreclosure and keep her house, she needed to do a Plutonian thing—file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy. She borrowed and begged for the attorney’s fee and thus started a six-year journey to salvage her financial life. During that time, she sold her car, cut expenses to the bone, and lived on a painfully strict budget. She girded her loins, as it were, and paid the hefty monthly bankruptcy payment that took all her disposable income. Finally, she made the last payment, and the bankruptcy was discharged. She kept her house and began to rebuild her credit.

How to Initiate Change

Transformation begins with a courageous step toward introspection. If you’re asking yourself how to initiate change, begin by following these steps:

List the Problems in Your Life—Write down every issue, big or small. Seeing your challenges laid out helps clarify what you’re dealing with.

Pick the Biggest Problem—Among the list, identify the core issue that, if resolved, would have the most significant positive impact on your life.

Make a Plan—Make a realistic plan to address this primary challenge.
Sustainable change requires persistence. Whatever your goal, commit to it daily.
This Balsamic Moon phase encourages shedding old skin, leaving behind past baggage, and preparing for a new cycle. With a Scorpio Sun and Moon, the energy supports intensity, bravery, and resilience — all necessary qualities for real, lasting change.

Challenges to Transformation

Astrology serves as a guide, pointing out both the energies that support us and those that present challenges to our growth. This chart on Halloween presents several key obstacles:

Scorpio’s Fixed Energy and Emotional Depth—With the Sun, Moon, and Mercury in Scorpio, there is an intense fixation on past hurts, unresolved traumas, or hidden fears. This can create emotional resistance to change, as Scorpio’s loyalty to the past can prevent it from easily letting go. Be prepared to confront and release emotional blocks.

Halloween’s Mars in Cancer’s Influences Motivation—Mars, at the critical final degree of Cancer, emphasizes a need for emotional security before you leap toward change. This Mars in Cancer can work against you as it struggles to assert itself by emphasizing your fears and seeking to hold you back. Transformation under this influence requires moving beyond comfort zones, risking vulnerability, and letting go of the need for emotional control.

Jupiter Retrograde in Gemini’s Mental Frustrations—Jupiter retrograde in Gemini calls for reflection on our beliefs, particularly those that keep us mentally scattered or indecisive. While Gemini wants to explore all possibilities, transformation requires clarity and commitment to one path. Strive to focus on one major area of growth, and be disciplined in your attention to avoid feeling overwhelmed.

Saturn and Neptune Retrograde in Pisces’ Dissolution of Boundaries—The retrogrades of Saturn and Neptune in Pisces emphasize the breakdown of old structures, ideals, and boundaries. This is a challenging influence, especially if we have relied heavily on certain beliefs or routines for security. Transformation here means releasing illusions, reimagining our goals, and allowing new dreams to emerge even if it feels unsettling.

Pluto at the Final Degree of Capricorn: The End of an Era—Pluto is nearing the final degree of Capricorn, symbolizing a powerful end to outdated structures in our lives. Whether related to career, authority, or personal power, Pluto demands we let go of rigid attachments to control. Transformation now involves rebuilding from the ground up and embracing a new personal power paradigm.

Aries North Node: The Call to Independence—Both the Mean and True Node sit in early Aries, encouraging a journey toward independence and self-assertion. However, with Chiron also retrograding in Aries, this path can highlight old self-worth and personal identity wounds. Transformation here means healing and embracing a strong, independent sense of self, even if it feels unfamiliar.

Embracing the Journey

The Witching Hour on Halloween is a potent time for self-reflection and rebirth. Under these skies, transformation isn’t a quick fix but a steady and courageous journey. By leaning into Scorpio’s depth, accepting Mars’s call to face our insecurities, and embracing Chiron’s healing in Aries, we can harness this time to shed what no longer serves us and emerge ready to embrace our next chapter.

In the Celtic worldview, beginnings were shrouded in the dark, much like a child grows in his mother’s womb. Thus:

Samhain is the traditional celebration of the New Year within Celtic culture and since the Celts considered both solar and lunar signs for their calendar, the New Moon at Samhain marked the true beginning of the New Year.

This sets a moving target for this Celtic festival on our Gregorian Calendar. The Catholic Church, in its infinite wisdom, settled on November 1st as All Souls Day, a shadow of the Celtic festival, to continue its propaganda campaign of merging local celebrations into Church traditions. That gave us October 31st as All Hallows Eve, modernly morphed into Halloween.

In Irish folklore, Samhain was when the ‘doorways’ to the Otherworld opened wide. Supernatural beings and the souls of the dead could freely enter our world. This concept of a permeable boundary between worlds reflects the Celtic understanding of the cyclical nature of life, death, and rebirth, mirrored in the turning of the seasons from the abundance of harvest to the dormancy of winter. This belief in a thinning veil between realms is not unique to Celtic tradition but resonates with many cultures’ understanding of liminal periods, especially those marking seasonal transitions.

The New Moon at the midpoint between the Autumn Equinox and the Winter Solstice marks a fire festival known as Samhain, aligning this festival with the New Moon’s symbolism of death, rebirth, and transformation. It represents the old year’s death and the new cycle’s beginning. During Samhain, the veil between the worlds of the living and the dead is the thinnest. It marks the descent into the darker half of the year, where the Earth rests and regenerates. To survive, we must embrace the dark.

The Sídhe: Portals to the Otherworld

Central to the mythology of Samhain are the sídhe, fairy mounds or hills that serve as portals to the Otherworld. The Boyhood Deeds of Fionn, a significant work in Irish mythology, states that these sídhe “were always open at Samhain.” This belief highlights the unique nature of Samhain in the Celtic calendar, a time when the ordinary rules governing the separation of worlds were suspended.

The concept of the sídhe as gateways between realms adds a physical dimension to the spiritual beliefs surrounding Samhain. The mounds scattered across the Irish landscape serve as tangible reminders of the proximity of the Otherworld and the thin veil between life and death.

Owing to the Celtic penchant for angsty drama, you can always shake a good story out of the collective Irish soul. Many of the myths of the time when the veil thins between this one and the Otherworld persist.

One Irish Legend of Transformation

No moon rose on the night of Samhain—keeping the land in darkness as the veil between worlds thinned and the supernatural realm brushed against our own.

In the heart of Connacht, where the great cave of Cruachan yawned open like a maw into the Otherworld, an eerie stillness fell. The local villagers huddled in their homes, doors barred and fires stoked high, for they knew what terrors this night might bring. None among them dared to face the supernatural beasts, even though those creatures’ predations cost them dearly from the farm animals lost.

As the last rays of sunlight faded, a bone-chilling howl echoed from the depths of Cruachan. The cave mouth seemed to pulse with an otherworldly light, and from its depths emerged three fearsome creatures. Wolf-like in form but with an uncanny intelligence gleaming in their eyes, these were the werewolves of Cruachan, freed from their Otherworld prison for one night of feasting.

The beasts loped across the moonlit fields, their savage hunger driving them towards the nearest farmsteads. With brutal efficiency, they fell upon the livestock, tearing through wooden pens and devouring sheep and cattle alike. The night was filled with the bleating of terrified animals and the triumphant howls of the werewolves.

But this year, the two of the Fianna, Ireland’s legendary band of warriors, stood ready this night to face the terror. Among them were Caílte, known for his speed and prowess with a spear, and Cas Corach, a bard whose music was said to hold power over the supernatural.

Cas Corach unslung his harp, his fingers poised over the strings. “Be ready,” he whispered to Caílte, who gripped three spears tightly, eyes scanning the bloodstained fields. They had to catch the terrible werewolves unaware and avoid becoming victims of the creatures’ savagery.

The first notes of Cas Corach’s music drifted through the air, a melody both beautiful and terrible, filled with ancient magics and the turning of seasons, of the balance between our world and the Otherworld. The werewolves appeared as the music increased in volume.

But as they approached, fur receded, fangs shrank, and where once stood beasts, now three women stood, three sisters, alike in form, their eyes wide with confusion and fear. The magic of the bard’s music had broken their curse, if only for a moment.

Caílte did not hesitate. With three swift throws, his spear found its mark, and the women-turned-werewolves fell. As they collapsed, their forms shimmered, caught between human and beast, until at last they lay still.

As the first light of dawn broke over the horizon, the danger passed. The cave of Cruachan sealed itself once more. As the gateway to the Otherworld closed until the next Samhain. Caílte and Cas Corach stood silent. They had destroyed what other men had feared, and the Werewolves of Connacht ravaged the land no more.

Happy Halloween!

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Under the Hunter’s Moon

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The Hunter’s Moon, full at 23 degrees Aries, falls on October 17th, 2024, a potent full moon. Its astrological energy brings heightened emotions, revelations, and a push to achieve goals. The Hunter’s Moon occurs in warrior Aries’s dynamic sign, and its energy intensifies as it interacts with major planetary alignments, creating breakthroughs, challenges, and growth for every zodiac sign.

Preparation for the Winter Season

The Hunter’s Moon call to action is a focused, intentional response to the changing world. The literal gathering of resources, warmth, and food to ensure survival in the past marked this. Today, it can be understood on multiple levels—preparing our homes, health, and minds for the severe, darker, and colder months ahead.

Physical Preparation: The Hunter’s Moon accompanies the change from warmer to cooler weather. Fortify your physical environments. Winterize your home for winter, get your immunizations for winter’s flu and other respiratory illnesses, and change your wellness routine to tune into the season. It’s a time to assess your material and energetic resources and ensure you are adequately prepared for the colder months.

Mental and Emotional Preparation: Winter can be a time of isolation, darkness, and stillness. It can challenge our mental and emotional states. The period between the Hunter’s Moon and Samhain is an excellent time to reflect on your emotional health. What unresolved issues are you carrying into the cold months? Are there relationships, habits, or emotional patterns that need to be “harvested” and laid to rest before winter? Just as animals begin to hibernate, this is the time for us to go inward, rest, and conserve our energy for the deep inner work that winter often brings.

Spiritual Preparation: Spiritually, the thinning veil at Samhain suggests that we are entering a time when the boundaries between worlds, life and death, are less distinct. It’s a powerful reminder that this season is not just about physical survival but also about attuning to the cycles of life, death, and rebirth within ourselves. Samhain offers an opportunity to connect with ancestors, honor the dead, and seek guidance from the spiritual realms. As we prepare for the inward focus of winter, it’s important to honor the endings in our lives, allowing space for new beginnings to emerge after the cold.

Breakthroughs

This Hunter’s Moon encourages us to take decisive steps toward our goals. Breakthroughs will likely come in areas where we have been holding back, whether due to fear, indecision, or external circumstances. For example, with Uranus in Taurus making a close aspect to the Moon, unexpected changes could push us out of our comfort zones, particularly for the fixed signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius). These changes may feel sudden or even disruptive, but they have the potential for personal growth and freedom breakthroughs.
At the same time, Mercury and Venus in Scorpio bring depth and intensity to our thoughts and relationships. These two planets encourage transformative conversations and connections, helping us face deeper truths and let go of superficial dynamics. Scorpio’s influence also heightens our intuition, enabling us to uncover hidden motivations and bring clarity to situations that have been murky or unresolved. This energy can lead to emotional and psychological breakthroughs for water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces) as they learn to trust their instincts and move through emotional blocks.

Challenges

While the Hunter’s Moon holds the full moon challenge, this time, the Moon in Aries opposes the Sun in relationship-oriented Libra, highlighting the tension between personal desires and the needs of others. This is particularly felt in relationships, where the balance of give and take may be challenged. Aries energy tends to push forward without always considering the consequences, while Libra seeks harmony and compromise. This can create a tug-of-war between asserting personal needs and maintaining peace in relationships. The cardinal signs of Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn especially keenly feel this energy.

Additionally, Saturn in Pisces adds another challenge, particularly for mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces). Saturn’s influence brings lessons in discipline, patience, and responsibility, which may feel heavy against the impulsive and fiery energy of the Aries Moon. The key is to act responsibly without letting fear or uncertainty hold you back. Saturn also brings structure to the chaos, urging us to stay grounded and disciplined as we navigate the emotional surges of the full moon.

Growth

The Hunter’s Moon in Aries is a time of growth for those willing to take risks and step outside their comfort zone. This next month is an excellent time to embark on new projects, confront fears, and make courageous decisions. While a more emotionally driven placement, Mars in Cancer encourages to move forward while keeping one foot grounded on the home front.

With Pluto in Capricorn nearing the final degrees of its transit of the last time, there is a strong undercurrent of transformation happening on a collective and individual level. Pluto’s influence supports deep, transformative growth, urging us to release what no longer serves our long-term evolution. This is particularly relevant for Capricorn, Aries, and Cancer, who may feel the weight of major life changes that have been building over time. When Pluto finally moves in Aquarius on January 20, 2025, many will find the shackles of duty and responsibility lifted so that we can pursue our passions.

The Jupiter in Gemini influence adds a sense of optimism and intellectual expansion, offering opportunities for learning, communication, and collaboration. Growth may come through new ideas and perspectives, as well as through travel or educational pursuits.
Connection to Samhain and the Beaver Moon

The period between the Hunter’s Moon and the Beaver Moon, traditionally the November full moon, is significant. It spans a time when nature undergoes rapid changes, with leaves falling, temperatures dropping, and animals preparing for hibernation. At the midpoint of this lunar cycle lies Samhain, the ancient Celtic festival that marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter, often called the Celtic New Year.

Samhain, the most important Pagan fire festival, on October 31st, is known for being a time when the veil between this world and the Otherworld is thinnest. It is a transition and spiritual preparation period, when communities would honor ancestors, communicate with the spirits, and reflect on the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. Like the physical preparation for winter, Samhain invites us to spiritually prepare by looking inward, honoring what has passed, and creating space for what is to come.

This symbolic thinning of the veil is more than just about communicating with the spirit realm. It is about recognizing the shifts in our environment and our changes as the year turns inward. As the days become shorter and the nights longer, the energy of this time encourages introspection and connection with deeper, unseen forces. The Hunter’s Moon, occurring just a few weeks before Samhain, is the gateway to this transition.

In summary, the Hunter’s Moon in Aries brings a powerful mix of energies that will affect each zodiac sign differently. The interplay between the assertive, action-oriented Moon and the grounding, transformative outer planets creates a dynamic period of potential breakthroughs, challenges, and growth. By embracing the lessons of this time—balancing action with responsibility and courage with mindfulness—we can harness the full potential of this lunar event for personal and collective evolution.

Monthly Forecast

Aries 
Overall : With the Moon conjunct your sign, expect heightened emotions and an urge to take immediate action. You feel more in tune with your instincts but may need to balance impulsive decisions. Jupiter’s influence brings optimism, while Pluto’s lingering transformation encourages you to release old habits.

Love : Singles might feel a magnetic pull toward deep, transformative connections. If in a relationship, emotional outbursts could surface, but it also presents a chance for deep healing conversations.

Career : Expect high energy, but be cautious with sudden career moves. Mercury in Scorpio enhances strategic thinking, but you’ll need patience to avoid conflict with authority figures.

Wealth : Financial opportunities arise, but control impulsive spending. Mars’ energy in Cancer could make you reactive regarding finances.

Health : Watch for burnout due to emotional intensity. Physical activities that allow you to release energy will be helpful.

Taurus
Overall : Uranus in your sign still pushes for change, but things may feel turbulent for the next 30 days. This month requires flexibility and stepping outside of your comfort zone.

Love : You may find yourself wanting freedom within relationships. Venus in Scorpio urges deep emotional intimacy, but conflicts could arise if you feel confined.

Career : Sudden changes at work might throw you off balance, but with Uranus, innovative approaches will work in your favor. Saturn in Pisces helps ground your vision.

Wealth : Be cautious with investments this month; avoid sudden financial decisions. Long-term planning is more effective than risky ventures.

Health : Focus on stress management, especially with Uranus in play. Grounding activities like gardening or meditation will help maintain emotional balance.

Gemini
Overall : Jupiter in your sign boosts optimism, though Saturn in Pisces brings grounding responsibilities. The Hunter’s Moon encourages dynamic action, but stay mindful of overextending yourself.

Love : If you’re single, exciting but short-lived romantic opportunities may appear. For those in relationships, keep communication clear to avoid misunderstandings.

Career : Mercury in Scorpio helps you strategize and make informed decisions. However, Mars in Cancer might make you emotionally reactive, so balance is key in workplace interactions.

Wealth : Jupiter’s influence favors financial growth, but don’t be overconfident. Stick to structured planning rather than spontaneous purchases.Health : Stay active but avoid overdoing it. Jupiter might lead to indulgence, so maintain a balanced diet and routine exercise.

Cancer
Overall : Mars in your sign brings strong emotional energy, but the Moon in Aries could trigger some impulsive reactions. It’s a good time to assert yourself, but avoid being defensive.

Love : You may feel protective of your loved ones. Singles are more introspective, while those in relationships could feel heightened emotions, so communication is vital.

Career : Mars helps you move forward, but be mindful of balancing assertiveness with empathy. Look out for opportunities involving home or family-related industries.

Wealth : Though emotional spending is risky, you focus more on security and long-term investments. Budget.

Health : Emotionally driven stress might affect you, so consider nurturing activities like cooking or spending time with your family for emotional well-being.

Leo 
Overall : The Hunter’s Moon fires up your adventurous spirit, but with Saturn in Pisces, there’s a call for discipline. You’re feeling bold, but balance is key to avoiding burnout.

Love : Singles may find the desire for passionate connections, while those in relationships should watch for clashes over independence versus intimacy.

Career : This is a month of forward movement, but be mindful of Saturn’s influence requiring practical steps. You might feel pulled between long-term projects and short-term desires.

Wealth : Financial growth looks promising, but avoid risky speculation. Saturn urges you to focus on saving and sustainable investment.

Health : Keep your energy levels up with exercise but watch out for overexertion. Balance play with rest.

Virgo
Overall : The Moon in Aries pushes you to take risks, but Saturn in Pisces reminds you to stay practical. Emotions may run high, but logical thinking will help you navigate the month.

Love : A desire for intense connections surfaces, particularly with Venus in Scorpio influencing your romantic life. Be open, but amke boundaries clear.

Career : Mercury in Scorpio enhances your ability to analyze and strategize. Focus on projects requiring deep thought and research rather than rushing into new tasks.

Wealth : Keep a conservative approach to finances this month. Resist the urge to splurge, and prioritize saving.

Health : Pay attention to mental health. Engage in activities that help you unwind and balance your mind.

Libra
Overall : The Sun in your sign aligns you with harmony, but the Aries Moon creates tension. Balance between your desires and others’ needs is crucial this month.

Love : Venus in Scorpio adds depth to relationships. If single, expect intense encounters. Couples may experience both passion and power struggles.

Career : The focus is on teamwork and collaboration. Avoid confrontations and aim to mediate conflicts at work. Saturn in Pisces supports long-term planning.

Wealth : Financial stability is within reach, but avoid risky decisions. Venus helps attract new opportunities, especially in joint ventures.

Health : Balance your stress with relaxation activities. Meditation or gentle exercise can bring equilibrium.

Scorpio

Overall : With Venus in the final degrees of your sign, you’re in a period of transformation, and the Moon in Aries triggers bold actions. Use this month for intense personal growth.

Love : Venus brings romance and passion, particularly if you’re single. Those in relationships might experience a need for deeper emotional connection, but beware of jealousy.

Career : Mercury in your sign sharpens your strategic thinking, helping you cut through complex problems. Make sure to balance ambition with empathy for colleagues.

Wealth : Your financial intuition is strong, but avoid impulsive decisions. Stick to long-term plans and avoid high-stakes investments.

Health : Deep emotional energy may take a toll. Engage in self-care, focusing on both physical and emotional health.

Sagittarius

Overall : The Hunter’s Moon energizes your spirit of adventure, but Saturn in Pisces reminds you to focus on stability. Balance fun with responsibility.

Love : Exciting romantic prospects are on the horizon for singles. For couples, travel or shared experiences can rekindle passion.

Career : You’re ambitious, but don’t rush into new projects without considering long-term implications. Jupiter in Gemini may present opportunities to expand your network.

Wealth : Jupiter’s influence may bring luck, but avoid overspending. Focus on steady financial growth.

Health : Stay active, but watch for overindulgence. Balance exercise with mindfulness to stay grounded.

Capricorn

Overall : Pluto in your sign continues to push for deep personal transformation. The Aries Moon stirs up tension, but it’s an excellent time for breakthroughs.

Love : Emotional intensity could dominate relationships. In its last degrees, Venus in Scorpio pushes you to confront unresolved issues with a partner.

Career : Pluto helps you wield power strategically at work. You may have to let go of outdated projects to make room for more meaningful work.

Wealth : Focus on long-term financial security. Big transformations in your approach to wealth are possible with Pluto’s influence.

Health : Detoxing and decluttering will support both physical and mental health.

Aquarius

Overall : Uranus in Taurus continues to challenge your core beliefs, urging you to take a more practical appoach to life, but the Moon in Aries pushes you to up your game. This month may feel chaotic but it offers growth opportunities.

Love : Surprises in romance may occur. Single Aquarians could meet someone unexpectedly, while couples should watch for shifts in relationship dynamics.

Career : This is a great month for innovation, but avoid clashes with authority figures. Uranus supports out-of-the-box thinking.

Wealth : Stay flexible with finances. Unexpected changes could affect your income, but innovation may lead to new revenue streams.

Health : Focus on balance and grounding. Try yoga or relaxation exercises to cope with stress.

Pisces

Overall : Saturn in your sign calls for discipline, but the Aries Moon encourages spontaneity. You’ll need to strike a balance between intuition and logic this month.

Love : Venus in Scorpio stirs deep emotions in your relationships. Single Pisces may find transformative connections, while couples should deepen their bonds with vulnerability.

Career : Saturn supports long-term career goals, but don’t let the Aries Moon push you into impulsive decisions. Stay patient and stick to your plan.

Wealth : Practicality is key. Saturn in your sign favors careful financial planning. Avoid risks and focus on slow growth.

Health : Mental and emotional health are a priority. Take time for yourself and practice mindfulness to maintain inner peace.

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Event Highlights
For just $45 per soul, whiskey for tasting, provided by Coastal Wine & Spirits, Branford, will allow you to enjoy the rich flavors of premium beverages while you explore otherworldly realms.

In addition to the tastings, the event offers multiple opportunities to connect with psychics and mediums. Lisa O’Connor, a renowned psychic medium, will host two 30-minute gallery readings in the auditorium. This will be a chance for attendees to witness her incredible ability to communicate with spirits firsthand.

Michelle Pellin will offer four 20-minute sessions of animal spirit readings in the Lucy Hammer Room. These readings will focus on uncovering the animal spirits that guide you, offering unique insights into your spiritual connections with the animal kingdom.

Personal One-on-One Sessions
You can opt for a 10-minute one-on-one session with talented psychic mediums for an additional $10 (first-come, first-serve, with only 48 slots available). You’ll have the chance to connect with mediums such as Amanda Lambirt, Althea DePascale, Grace-Psychic Boutique, James Luse, Stephanie Double, and, of course, myself, Beth Riggott-Turnage. These sessions are designed to offer you personalized guidance and profound spiritual insights in an intimate setting.

Light Refreshments and More
Alongside the tastings and spiritual experiences, light refreshments will be available throughout the evening, allowing guests to relax and mingle between sessions.

This event offers a rare opportunity to combine the pleasures of earthly spirits with the mysteries of the spiritual realm. Whether you’re intrigued by the nuances of whiskey or are searching for deeper connections to the world beyond, “An Evening with the Spirits” is an unforgettable event not to be missed.

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
Location: James Blackstone Memorial Library
758 Main St
Branford, CT 06405
(203) 488-1441
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Tickets: $45 per soul (21+ only). Tickets are available now! Click here to purchase your ticket.
Don’t miss this magical evening of whiskey, spirits, and astrological insight. I look forward to sharing my knowledge and helping you navigate the celestial and spiritual realms. Secure your ticket today for an unforgettable night of discovery.

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I’ll be there, giving astrology readings at the Astrological Society of Connecticut New Age Fair.

READINGS
Readings are 20 minutes for $25 (cash, checks, credit/debit cards accepted). Choose from a variety of types: astrology, palmistry, past lives, tea leaves, runes, ribbon readings, medium, intuitive, spiritualist, channeling, tarot and other oracle cards.

VENDORS
Shop among our many vendors, selling crystals, jewelry, books, gifts, and items for body, mind and spirit, including aura photographs.

WELLNESS PRACTITIONERS
Get some soothing therapy from these Wellness Practitioners (for a fee):
Cheryl Roy – Auricular therapy, pain, and stress relief
Denise Cassella – Reiki Master, sound Master, shamanic healing
Nancy Taylor – Sound Healing, massage, Reiki master
Aaron Weston – Reiki, massage, energy facilitator
Mary Hatch – Reflexology, massage

LECTURES AND CLASSES
We’ve lined up some great speakers! Read their bio’s and the complete write-ups of our presentations. These four are free:
11:00 AM – A Journey Through the Elements of the Tarot – Gayle Tracey
12:00 PM – Journey to Your Spirit Helper – Agneta Borstein
2:00 PM – Reincarnation, Karma and Spirituality – Bob Morton
3:00 PM – The Benefits of Meditation – Bob Vinci
(Note: our previous email mentioned Denis Picard and his gong at 3:00 PM but he is unable to attend.)

As always, we offer a BASICS OF ASTROLOGY class at 1:00 PM for $10 (including a print-out of your chart and a coupon for $5 off an astrology reading at one of our fairs). This time our teacher is Professional Astrologer Elaine Kuzmeskus. Her topic is Sun Signs and Eclipses. Learn how the April 8th and October 2nd solar eclipses affect your life.

REFRESHMENTS
We’ll have coffee and snacks, chili and sandwiches, and delicious baked goods (including some that are gluten-free) in the large kitchen adjacent to a cafe area, where you can relax and enjoy them.