Virgo The Virgin (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)
Venus entered your sign on the 21st and will be traveling “with you” through mid-September. Her presence gives you an air of poise, and people will simply like how you look. Often when Venus is prominent, we become more interested in art forms and want to make things in the environment more attractive.
For All Signs: Mercury watchers will be glad to know that this planet goes direct on Friday, Aug. 26. As it approaches direct motion, people will be more willing and able to make decisions, keep appointments, and settle long-standing issues. Those who work in occupations related to travel or communications of any type will have smoother days. Computer problems generated when Mercury went retrograde on Aug. 3 will be resolved soon. In general, the routine of daily life will flow more smoothly with fewer snags and hitches in the routines of the world.
Aries: Oops! This is clearly a rough patch in your relationship(s). The arena may play out in your primary partnership or in your work/career situation. It might even be over family matters. Though someone may be goading you, you know this is not the time to lose your temper or try to make peace. Just give it a wide berth until the energies are better.
Taurus: Venus, your ruling planet, recently moved into the sector of life related to children, recreation and romance. The goddess of love is happy in this territory and often brings new energy and light wherever she goes. You will be attracted to all things lovely, and others will see you as beautiful as well.
Gemini: You have a desire to reach outward to others. You want to share ideas and express yourself in a larger framework. Circumstances on the romantic front are favorable with one who shares your intellectual interests. Activities involving teaching/learning are favored, along with good aspects for travel.
Cancer: Your reflexes are off. Use caution with the world of the physical during this period. You have been aware of the need to set boundaries on those around you all month. It is possible that a summer cold may develop as a symbolic “fence.” Machinery or equipment breakdowns are possible. It will pass.
Leo: See the lead paragraph as it particularly pertains to you. Mercury has been retrograding in your sign, causing you to hesitate on just about everything. This week it shifts to forward motion and you will find the fog and debris beginning to clear. Co-workers and employees are supportive to your decisions.
Libra: It may be hard to move forward this week, due to extra work responsibilities, some of which involve correcting errors. Your reflexes and normal muscle control are out of sync right now, so use special caution and listen to your body. If it says “don’t,” then pay attention and stop immediately.
Scorpio: This is a very good time to communicate with family members and those very close to you. The environment and circumstances each contribute to allowing things to be said honestly, without fear of rebuke or attack in any form. New agreements and understandings can be created. Use caution when driving or handling machinery.
Sagittarius: You have a grand trine of positive planetary energies flowing through your chart at this time. You need to attend to details, and everything will move in your favor. You have a female superior or another fan of your work who is singing your praises. Your recent attention to physical improvements is becoming obvious.
Capricorn: This is not the best of times for the Goats. Although money is coming in on one hand, it is flowing out of the other. Issues with partner(s) are glaring, whether business or personal. For the present it is hard to get a handle on things, particularly those concerning career. Recognize that changes are real and you must work with them.
Aquarius: Travel may prove to be a strain during this period. It seems there are lots of details interfering with your forward motion. Avoid allergens if possible. Activities involving education, legal interests and the Internet are slowed to almost a crawl. You’ll feel better if you accept the slower motion and don’t fight it.
Pisces: This is an especially good time to commune with primary partners, roommates and siblings. There are signs that a theft may be in progress. This could be really subtle, such as credit card interest. Investments may be eroding while you are not looking. Circumstances with clientele are looking better.
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This article appears in Aug 23-29, 2011.
