Week of September 10-16, 2012

This week Venus, already in the comfort-loving Leo is flirting with The Big Benefic Jupiter giving us the impetus and genius to advance our endeavours with panache. Contract signing and business ventures can take off without major opposition from partners and associates, our private lives have all the ingredients of a blissful equation and life on planet Earth could not be more harmonious. Stock up on this uplifting energy and clear up your business and personal agenda of tricky unfinished business before mid month when  the second in a series of difficult squares between Uranus and Pluto (with some mischievous tricks from  Mercury in the mix) has the potential to affect contracts and agreements. 


But until then, let's see what other alignments will guide us from above. 
We start the week on September 10 with a Sun/Mercury conjunction at 18 degrees in Virgo.
During this transit, your sense of self and purpose can become merged with what you think, perceive and say. On one hand, this can make for an easy flow of ideas and communication with external world and on the other hand, we might not be as eloquent as Mercury would normally warrant. Watch for miscommunication if your thoughts and perceptions are in conflict with your emotions, needs and objectivity. Strive for balance and self-honesty before you act.
On September 13, Venus will trine Uranus from Leo to Aries and we can all smile a sigh of relief. There is a definite sense of liberation and spontaneity permeating through relationships, finances, resources and pleasures. You might feel compelled to try something completely different that shakes up the "same-old-same-old" routines you're used to. The upside is that you have the opportunity to break free of some old habits and breathe some fresh air into your life. But the downside could come in the form of impulse spending beyond your budget, or recklessness in your interactions and relationships. Strive to break free of what holds you back from being your true self, without destroying the structure of order in your life.


But the major celestial events this week is the NEW MOON in Virgo happening on September 15, 2012 an industrious yet somehow perfectionist Moon which will help us plant seeds of competence that will grow into skills when nurtured with persistence and practice.
Brainy Mercury, Virgo's ruling planet, is joined by the Sun and Moon, sharpening perceptions and clarifying thoughts. This event happening in an Earth sign filters out useless ideas so we can focus our attention on the ones that have practical purposes in our lives. And since Virgo rules our health and wellbeing as well, this is the time to embark on a new fitness routine (NO, you will not have to run the marathon!), stock up on vitamins and supplements and become diligent in implementing the best lifestyle enhancements possible. A healthy mind requires a healthy body, as the ancients suggested.


Here is how the New Moon in Virgo will affect your sign.



Aries 
Put your mind on work and health with this New Moon in your 6th House of Daily Routines. Improving your skills or developing new ones is a great way to energize your career. But taking care of your body with proper diet and exercise will go a long way to give you more strength and flexibility. Just don't be in a hurry, as consistent small steps will take you further than an occasional giant leap.



Taurus 
The competent Virgo New Moon in your 5th House of Romance triggers a fresh approach to matters of the heart. Being more careful in how you express your feelings and refining your creative abilities are other ways to make yourself more appealing. If you're an artist of any kind, this lunation should give you a boost when you upgrade your abilities and put in extra effort to refine your craft.

Gemini 
Cleaning up matters on the home front is the message of this efficient New Moon in your domestic 4th House. Making repairs and upgrading furnishings or equipment is worth the effort now. Your ability to analyze and understand family patterns also benefits from this lunation. Being conscious of where old emotional habits hold you back is the first step toward making a serious effort to change them.

Cancer 
This clear-headed Virgo New Moon falls in your 3rd House of Communication and Learning. Recognizing when messages are muddled shows you when and where you need to express yourself more precisely. A sharper mind helps you pay attention to details that normally escape your attention. Studying a practical subject can rapidly upgrade your knowledge and increase your competence.

Leo 
This super skillful New Moon lands in your 2nd House of Resources, inspiring you to put in the time, money and energy needed to make you more valuable. Specializing in a particular area could increase your income and will certainly raise your self-confidence. This lunation isn't about promises, but about buckling down and committing yourself to work on areas where you're not at your best.

Virgo 
This New Moon in your sign is a fresh start. Take a good look at yourself and recognize where you can improve your appearance, attitude and health. It's important, though, to acknowledge how much progress you've already made since it's easier to build on a history of success than one of failure. Upgrading your image is bound to make your more desirable to others personally and professionally.

Libra 
Spiritual practices and aiding others are favored by this New Moon in your 12th House of Faith and Service. Getting away from the pressures of your daily routine provides the distance you need to see yourself in a different light. When you're part of a community with a higher sense of purpose you get a sense of well-being and belonging that's greater than pursuing your individual interests.

Scorpio 
Friends and organizations are places give you opportunities to make a splash with the efficient New Moon in your11th House of Groups. Playing by the rules is important, even when you feel that they're petty and unimportant. Putting in the extra effort to be a supportive pal and a good team player who identifies with a cause can make you more valuable to others and give a boost to your career.

Sagittarius 
This New Moon falls at the top of your chart in the 10th House of Public Responsibilities. You might have fresh duties and obligations put on your plate, but it's wiser to step up your game and meet them rather than to complain. Sharpening your work skills requires more attention to details. This might not be your idea of fun, but it can make the difference between advancing in your job or falling back.

Capricorn 
Connections with distant cultures and people in faraway places are sparked by this New Moon in your 9th House of Travel. Adapting to the customs of others demonstrates your commitment to making these relationships work. The 9th House is also a House of Beliefs and Higher Education, spurring you to become a better student and teacher, whether in the classroom or for your own philosophical purposes.

Aquarius 
This critical New Moon lands in your 8th House of Deep Sharing, requiring more attention to details in close personal and professional relationships. Gaining the trust of business associates comes with more precise knowledge of what you're trying to accomplish together. Intimacy in your private life is also at stake, so putting in the time and effort to understand your partner is essential. Long awaited travel plans will become front and centre in your communications and even if you will not be able to take that fabulous trip very soon, you may find a way to make the best plans for a few months down the road.

Pisces 
Relationships can turn in another direction with this Virgo New Moon in your 7th House of Partners. You may attract picky people, yet the purpose of this lunation is for you to be more precise about what you want and need from others. Being as precise as you can, and following that up with a willingness to work harder, makes you a more desirable and valuable ally and life companion.