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Written by by Anita Burns

• ARIES: MAR 21 – APR 19

July: This is the month to go for the gold. Mars in Virgo helps you perfect skills and achieve goals. Three planets in Leo hit your playful house so go out and have some fun. Late in the month Mercury enters Leo to bring you creative imagination and expression.

August: The month starts with a solar eclipse in your 5th house of fun, romance and creative expression. This signals a change in these areas of your life. The lunar eclipse on the 16th is a good time to clean house––emotionally and socially. Let go of people and emotions that no longer need to be there.

Tarot: Queen of Wands - A great time to increase your mastery over intuiton and to be active in charity work.

• TAURUS: APR 20 – MAY 20

July: Two sets of pairings highlight July. The Sun opposing Jupiter means you are feeling generous––perhaps too generous. You may have a hard time saying “no.” The second pairing is Mercury opposing Pluto giving your communication punch, power, and charisma. Emotions run deep and you may find yourself in competitive struggles.

August: The solar eclipse lands in your 4th house of home and family. Family and domestic issues come into the open. You may have a tug of war between work and home duties and obligations. Around the middle of the month Mercury pairs with Saturn bringing more responsibility and plans that don’t turn our as you expect.

Tarot: 3 of Swords (reversed) - Some emotional pain from the past that you have been holding on to, can now be let go of so you can heal.

• GEMINI: MAY 21 – JUN 21

July: Take a look at finances with the New Moon falling in your house of money and security. The Sun joins the Moon in the water sign Cancer to show you how what you think and feel affects your abundance. Your planet Mercury is in Gemini until the 10th. Take advantage of its gift of extra sharp thinking and communication.

August: The Solar eclipse in Leo lands in your house of communication. You are full of new ideas and plans. Pay attention to details and test thoroughly before proceeding. The balancing Lunar eclipses, on the 16th, brings Moon and Neptune together to influence your sense of spirituality, religion, and higher knowledge. This is a time to break down old patterns that hold you back from growth.

Tarot: Ace of Pentacle (reversed) - Although there is money and abundance just around the corner, it is being delayed until you fully believe in the possibility of it being there for you.

• CANCER: JUN 22 – JUL 22

July: Mars in Virgo in our house of communication brings opportunities for being more assertive and motivated. Watch the square between Mercury and Uranus, you might say things not properly thought out. Impulsiveness reigns. And, with Mercury entering Cancer on the 10th, your emotions may rule what comes out of your mouth.

August: The strongest influence this month is the Aquarius Full Moon Eclipse on the 16th. Volatile emotions can get you into trouble. Venus is there to help, along with Jupiter, so when things look bad, there is help on the way. Pluto comes in on the 17th to bring out any competitive or power struggles that have been unnoticed or repressed.

Tarot: 5 of Cups - Stop looking at what could have been. There are new bridges to cross and healing to do. Possibilities are there if you acknowledge them.

• LEO: JUL 23 – AUG 22

July: The Sun and Jupiter highlight your July. You have opportunities galore, but hesitate because you already have a full agenda. Fortunately Mercury facing off with Pluto bring out the charisma and power to communicate in an influential way. Mars and Saturn influence your house of finance and security allowing you to focus on what is really important.

August: The Sun’s eclipse in your sign and the Moon’s in your opposite sign of Aquarius promises you a full and exciting time. You may reexamine life goals, or make a turnabout on what you thought was important and vital. It’s a time to know what to let go of and not stubbornly hang on to things, people, and beliefs no longer in your highest good.

Tarot: The Chariot - Lots of activity, changes, and transformation coming, but you are well prepared and will sail through with no problems. You are in charge of your destiny.

• VIRGO: AUG 23 – SEPT 22

July: Mars gives you a desire to break free of routine and be more spontaneous. And Saturn makes sure you think before you leap. Mercury enters Cancer on the 10th, bringing out your nurturing nature and, with Jupiter and Venus highlighting your house of friends & organizations, you may join a new group and make new friends.

August: With Mercury in Virgo most of the month, your mind is sharp and quick. A good time to learn new skills, take classes, and hone existing skills. Mid month, Mercury joins Saturn giving you a dose of practicality and a reality check on where you are going in life. Venus with Uranus on the 23rd, bring sudden relationship issues to light.

Tarot: Justice (reversed) - Feeling out of balance? It’s because you haven’t taken the time to really examine what is right for you and what is not. Get help from someone not so close to the situation.

• LIBRA: SEPT 23 - OCT 22

July: New & Full Moons light up security issues involving career and how you earn a living. New ideas and creative solutions to problems now come more easily. Venus and Jupiter tickle the New Moon, bringing recognition for your talents and abilities. However, pay attention to details and not to rush into things without a plan.

August: With two eclipses and two New Moons all highlighting your 11th and 5th houses, your month will be filled with people and organizations. Sometimes this will be pleasant; other times will be challenging. If you’re looking for Romance, the 5th house eclipse mid month may bring opportunities. Mars also comes in to help if you need an assertive push.

Tarot: The Sun - Joy, love, happiness. You have worked for your rewards and now they can be embraced. Enjoy your blessings. Renew your sense of wonder and joy

• SCORPIO: OCT 23 – NOV 21

July: Mars in Virgo encourages caution. Then, the Cancer New Moon in your 9th house encourages boldness and adventure. With Jupiter, Venus, and the Sun, plus Mercury joining the party, you may be tempted to be overly daring and not look at the practical or dangers of what you are wanting. Slow down–-call upon caution, logic, & common sense before moving ahead.

August: New Moon eclipse is in your 10th house of career. Growth seems to stop and throws you into situations calling for practical activities. Mercury & Pluto helps with organization, focus, and concentration. The 16th’s Full Moon Eclipse in Aquarius is in your 4th house of home along with Neptune, bringing odd, unexplained events to help you grow more aware.

Tarot: 10 of Pentacles - Looking for satisfaction, love, security, and a sense all is right in your world? You have run the gamut and survived. It can all be yours now.

• SAGITTARIUS: NOV 22 – DEC 21

July: Cancer New Moon on the 2nd and Venus opposing Jupiter brings financial gain, but not the wisdom to use them wisely. Don’t go overboard on spending or miss out on them because of skepticism and doubt. Sun and Jupiter are encouraging you to set high goals and reinforce your sense of self-worth but use common sense.

August: Solar Eclipse in Leo falls in your 9th house of long distance travel, higher knowledge and religion. You dream big and look to far horizons for a new adventure. Break routine and open the door for fresh ideas, activities, and learning to enter your life. The 2nd Eclipse in Aquarius on the 16th falls in your 3rd house of communication. With Neptune there, expect intuition and sensitivity to be heightened.

Tarot: The Lovers - This is a call to be in communication with higher wisdom to help you balance and stabilize your life. It’s great to be spiritual, but the floors still need to be swept.

• CAPRICORN: DEC 22 – JAN 19
July: Mars in your 9th house of travel, knowledge, and religion has you looking for new ways to experience these things. Sun and Moon in your 7th house along with Venus, put romance, partnership, and marriage on your mind. Jupiter joins to make everything okay. Personal issues can be more easily addressed mid month as the Full Moon moves into your sign. Look for new ways to improve health & vitality.

August: Leo New Moon eclipse on the 1st in your 8th house of sharing and deep psyche will affect shared money and bring to light deep insights about moving forward with your goals. The Full Moon eclipse on 16th is in our 2nd house of money and security. Expect changes in money flow. With Neptune there also, follow your intuition about how to ensure more abundance.

Tarot: The Moon (reversed) - You have started a new cycle of inner reflection. Pay attention to outside help which may help recognize how to go beyond blind spots.

• AQUARIUS: JAN 20 – FEB 18

July: Mars in Virgo in your 8th house of sharing and deep psyche bring situations to help you face self-created problems. The Capricorn Full Moon mid month reminds you commitments need to be fulfilled before playtime. Full Moon lights up your 12th house of secrets and karma that bring awareness through dreams and gains through the laws of attraction.

August: Two eclipses bring a push/pull feeling of wanting to expand and wanting to pull back and be alone. Relationship dilemmas come with the Leo New Moon Eclipse on the 1st. Evaluate a spiritual connection with a loved one. The Full Moon eclipse on the 16th brings Neptune, Venus, and Jupiter into the picture giving you a roller-coaster ride that can lead to a life transformation.

Tarot: 10 of Swords - Release from mental confusion, stagnant thinking, and the influence of others is coming. The horizon is brightening and you will see more clearly.

• PISCES: FEB 19 – MAR 20

July: Mars in your 7th house of partnerships and marriage, expects dynamic changes & passion. But Mars in Virgo will help you not to go overboard. However, if it’s love you’re looking for, expect it to come in a deep and romantic way as the Cancer New Moon lights up your 5th house of romance, creativity, and fun.

August: As with all signs, the two New Moons and two Eclipses make this a month of transformation. The first eclipse influences your 6th house of work and duty. This could bring out some tug-of-will situations at work. If you can gracefully let go, it would be better in the long run. The 2nd eclipse on the 16th in Aquarius has Neptune’s influence with it, and it lands in your 12th house of secrets and karma. Use your intuition to make decisions now and you will most likely be right, in spite of logic.

Tarot: 8 of Wands (reversed) - The hurrier you go, the behinder you get. Take things one step at a time and don’t get in a hurry.

ANITA BURNS, a 30-year Astrologer, does private consultations, astrology charts
& offers a Certified Home Study Astrology Course.
951-738-8802
• www.metastudies.com

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