First ~ The Astrological Weather Affecting Us All:
*Sun enters Gemini 5/21. Gemini is a changeable sign, changing from Spring to Summer. It is an air or mental sign. Ruled by Mercury, it is concerned with communications and networking. It is curious and interested in its surroundings. Because there is always something new to attract its attention, it tends to neglect going into too much depth in any given topic or person.
*Sun enters Cancer 6/21. Summer Solstice! Cancer starts Summer and therefore is an action-starting sign. It is a water or emotional sign. Ruled by the Moon, it’s primary issues are nurturing and growth. It can be very sensitive and therefore is concerned with control and security. Which, if it gets out of hand, can become a control freak.
*Sun enters Leo 7/23. Leo is the fixed or middle sign of Summer. It is a fire or spirit sign. Ruled by the Sun, it likes romance, speculation and the laughter of children. Fun in the Sun is Leo’s motto and it’s no coincidence that this is prime summer vacation time. It loves attention and if it doesn’t get it, its pride is hurt and may resort to pandering.
*Sun enters Virgo 8/23. It is the last portion of Summer, changing to Autumn. It is an earth or practical sign. Ruled by Mercury, it analyzes and assimilates, sorts and classifies. It’s concerned with health (especially diet), work and the work place. It wants to be of service to humanity and is very discriminating. It can become excessive in its mentality, to the detriment of its feelings.
And Now, For your Sign this Summer …
Taurus (4/20~5/21): Sun in Gemini: Pay attention to financial matters and strengthen your sense of self-worth. Be prepared to be in your power. In Cancer: Network in your neighborhood and notice what you’re teaching to others. What do they have to teach you? In Leo: Have a house party, move to larger digs, be big about family matters, relax and flex. In Virgo: Pay attention to romance, even – no – especially if you have an S.O.! Appreciate your differences.
Gemini (5/21~6/21): Sun In Gemini: Happy Birthday! Relationships are a big theme this year. Don’t blame “them”! Deal directly with power issues. In Cancer: Don’t spend promiscuously. Rather, invest with discipline. Communicate with your lover. In Leo: People everywhere come to you to find out what’s happening. Tell it to ’em straight. In Virgo: Tidy up and beautify your home. Pay attention to family matters.
Cancer (6/21~7/22): Sun in Gemini: Your worst fears are imagined. Clean out your closets and psychic debris. In Cancer: Happy Birthday! Time to assert your self, even if some folks get their feathers ruffled. Use self-discipline to achieve. Pain in relationships open the door to real healing. In Leo: If you feel you merit it, ask for a raise. But beware of power struggles in the workplace. In Virgo: Do the planning for family get-togethers. Read up on diets before going on one.
Leo (7/22~8/23): Sun in Gemini: Chance encounters awaken new goals or plans for the future. Dig deeper to learn more about what it all entails. In Cancer: To achieve your new goals, you need to make space for them. Purge the unneeded from your life. In Leo: Happy Birthday! Carry out your plans for expansion and growth. Romance and relationships can be powerful and confusing. In Virgo: Pay attention to the details of your finances. Sudden windfall or surprising cash outlay.
Virgo (8/23~9/23): Sun in Gemini: You do best in your career by keeping the bosses informed. You’ll just have to deal with the uncertainties and confusion in the workplace. In Cancer: You get help and inspiration for your future plans from others. In Leo: Go on a retreat or spend time by yourself. Recognize and appreciate the power within. In Virgo: Happy Birthday! How do you be true to yourself and still be in relationship? New style of relationship?
Libra (9/23~10/23): Sun in Gemini: Teach others or learn something new. Foreign travel or summer school. Romance can be hot, but confusing. In Cancer: Unexpected shakeups in the workplace may go your way. But toe the line with the bosses. Heal old family wounds. In Leo: Your unconscious desire for freedom may manifest in your S.O. acting more independently. Breathe with the flow. In Virgo: A little solitude can put you back in touch with yourself and thus improve your relationships. Be real!
Scorpio (10/23~11/22): Sun in Gemini: An intense time; work with those in power to enhance your own power. Big financial institutions get your attention. In Cancer: Hit the books in an area in which you are weak. Rambunctious kids teach you a lesson. In Leo: Perhaps a promotion at work, but unexpected developments at home conflict with career demands. In Virgo: Unexpected changes may force you change your future plans, but that’s just what you needed!
Sagittarius (11/22~12/21): Sun in Gemini: Your one-on-one relationships are a mirror for you. What you see in them is your own reflection! It’s how you can become self-aware. In Cancer: Deal with the facts of death & taxes. Draw up a will and get life insurance. In Leo: Vacation somewhere far from home! Take a summer course to expand your mind. Opportunities for Self-transformation. In Virgo: You can shine in your career, but you must pay attention to the details!
Capricorn (12/21~1/20): Sun in Gemini: See to your responsibilities to your coworkers. Avoid the temptation to escape. In Cancer: Although you may have to learn a few painful lessons, cement relationships, personal and business. In Leo: See to your personal private affairs. Attend to loans and inheritances. In Virgo: You’ve still got a thing or two to learn and the details may confound you. Double check your travel plans.
Aquarius (1/20~2/18): Sun in Gemini: Time to play! Make with the whoopee, but be prepared to confront your dark side. In Cancer: Back to reality. Keep up with work demands. Your innovations may result in a bonus. In Leo: Borders and boundaries within relationships may get confusing. You may get a spiritual awakening or a wake-up splash of cold reality by being with someone. In Virgo: A surprising “inheritance” or sudden “freedom” may first appear as something painful.
Pisces (2/18~3/20): Sun in Gemini: You may upset the people with whom you live just by being you. They’ll get over it. Your unconscious desire for freedom may be expressed as them upsetting you! In Cancer: Strut your stuff! Don’t ask for permission! Co-workers may look to you for direction. In Leo: Workplace issues continue apace. Consider a mini retreat to get some rest and solitude. In Virgo: Your one-on-one relationships may require you to look inside. “They” are reflecting you back to you!
Aries (3/20~4/20): Sun in Gemini: Socialize; get out and about. Spend time with people you think of as being “different”. You’ll learn something. In Cancer: Have the courage to attempt to patch old family wounds. Do what you can on yourself, but accept them as they are. In Leo: Where you are is where the parties are! Party hearty, but over-doing it can land you in big trouble. In Virgo: Back to work. You may occasionally feel disoriented, but stick to basics until you’re back on firm ground.
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