☆♥*♥☆2016 Retrograde Planets & Stations☆♥*♥☆

Dear Stargazers, ☆

Each year I compile a list of retrograde planets and stations for the upcoming year.  This free list is a useful learning tool for readers to follow along in viewing their natal charts.  It is also an important reference point for Astrologers during consultations.  Wishing you all a prosperous 2016! Enjoy!

Jan. 5, 2016                Mercury retrograde  01° Aquarius 00’
Jan 25, 2016               Mercury direct          14° Capricorn 58’

April 28, 2016           Mercury retrograde  23° Taurus 34’
May 22, 2016             Mercury direct          14° Taurus 21’ 

Aug. 3, 2016              Mercury retrograde  29° Virgo 03’

Sept. 22, 2016            Mercury direct          14° Virgo 49’ 

Dec. 19, 2016             Mercury retrograde 15° Capricorn 06’

Jan. 8, 2017                Mercury direct          28° Sagittarius 59’ 

April 17, 2016            Mars retrograde        08° Sagittarius 53’ 

June 29, 2016             Mars direct                23° Scorpio 03’ 

Jan. 8, 2016                Jupiter retrograde     23° Virgo 14'

May 9, 2016               Jupiter direct             13° Virgo 15'

Mar. 25, 2016              Saturn retrograde    16° Sagittarius 24’
Aug. 13, 2016             Saturn direct              09° Sagittarius 46’ 

June 27, 2016             Chiron retrograde    25° Pisces 14'

Dec. 1, 2016               Chiron direct             20° Pisces 41’

July 29, 2016              Uranus retrograde    24° Aries 30’

Dec. 29, 2016             Uranus direct             20° Aries 33’ 

June 13, 2016             Neptune retrograde  12° Pisces 02’
Nov. 20, 2016             Neptune direct          09° Pisces14’

April 18, 2016            Pluto retrograde       17° Capricorn 29’
Sept. 26, 2016            Pluto direct                14° Capricorn 55’ 

Aug 31, 2016              Ceres retrograde      05° Taurus 23'

Dec 10, 2016              Ceres direct               21° Aries 08'

June 21, 2016             Pallas retrograde       07° Pisces 19'

Oct. 17, 2016              Pallas direct               18° Aquarius 52'

Mar. 2, 2016               Juno retrograde         15° Scorpio 10’

June. 22, 2016            Juno direct                 29° Libra 24'

Dec. 02, 2016             Vesta Retrograde      05°  Leo 43'

Mar 06, 2017              Vesta direct               20°  Cancer 08'


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☆♥*♥☆2015 Retrograde Planets & Stations☆♥*♥☆

Dear Stargazers, ☆

Each year I compile a list of retrograde planets and stations for the upcoming year.  This free list is a useful learning tool for readers to follow along in viewing their charts.  It is also an important reference point for Astrologers during consultations.  Enjoy!

Jan. 21, 2015              Mercury retrograde  17° Aquarius 02’
Feb. 11, 2015              Mercury direct          01° Aquarius 19’

May 19, 2015             Mercury retrograde 13° Gemini 08’
June 11, 2015             Mercury direct          04° Gemini 05’ 

Sept. 17, 2015            Mercury retrograde 15° Libra 53’

Oct. 9, 2015                Mercury direct          00° Libra 56’ 

July 25, 2015              Venus retrograde      00° Virgo 46’

Sept. 6, 2015              Venus direct              14° Leo 23’ 

Dec. 8, 2014               Jupiter retrograde     22° Leo 37'

April 8, 2015             Jupiter direct             12° Leo 35'

Mar. 14, 2015             Saturn retrograde      04° Sagittarius 55’
Aug. 1, 2015               Saturn direct              16° Scorpio 38’ 

June 24, 2015             Chiron retrograde     21° Pisces 32'

Nov. 28, 2015             Chiron direct             16° Pisces 57’

July 26, 2015              Uranus retrograde    20° Aries 30’

Dec. 26, 2015             Uranus direct             16° Aries 33’ 

June 12, 2015             Neptune retrograde  09° Pisces 49’
Nov. 18, 2015             Neptune direct          07° Pisces 01’

April 17, 2015            Pluto retrograde        15° Capricorn 32’
Sept. 23, 2015            Pluto direct                 10° Capricorn 59’ 

June 3, 2015               Ceres retrograde       09° Aquarius 12'

Sept. 4, 2015              Ceres direct                25° Capricorn 06'

April 20, 2015            Pallas retrograde       00° Capricorn 26'

Aug. 3, 2015               Pallas direct               11° Sagittarius 39'

Dec. 16, 2014             Juno retrograde         17° Leo 17’

Mar. 12, 2015             Juno direct                 03° Leo 14'

Aug. 12, 2015             Vesta Retrograde      13°  Aries 25'

Nov. 13, 2015             Vesta direct               28°  Pisces 35'

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☆♥*♥☆2014 Retrogrades & Planet Stations☆♥*♥☆

Dear Stargazers, ☆

It has been a long time since I have posted to this blog. More will be shared in the coming months about what I have learned the last couple of years.  

In the meantime, here is a free list of 2014 Retrogrades and Planetary Stations for your reference. 

Happy Holidays!

February 6, 2014      Mercury retrograde 03° Pisces 15’
February 28, 2014    Mercury direct         18° Aquarius 10’

June 7, 2014              Mercury retrograde 03° Cancer 09’
July 2, 2014               Mercury direct         24° Gemini 23’ 

October 4, 2014        Mercury retrograde 02° Scorpio 17’

October 24, 2014      Mercury direct         17° Libra 04’ 

December  21, 2013  Venus retrograde    28° Capricorn 58’

January 31, 2014      Venus direct            13° Capricorn 34’ 

March 1, 2014           Mars retrograde       27° Libra 31’

May 20, 2014             Mars direct               09° Libra 01'

November 7, 2013    Jupiter retrograde    20° Cancer 30'

March 6, 2014          Jupiter direct            10° Cancer 26' 

December 8, 2014     Jupiter retrograde    22° Leo 37'

April 8, 2015             Jupiter direct            12° Leo 35'

March 2, 2014          Saturn retrograde     23° Scorpio 19’
July 20, 2014            Saturn  direct            16° Scorpio 38’ 

June 20, 2014           Chiron retrograde    17° Pisces 42'

November 23, 2014 Chiron direct            13° Pisces 07’

July 22, 2014            Uranus retrograde   16° Aries 13’

December 21, 2014  Uranus direct            12° Aries 34’ 

June 9, 2014              Neptune retrograde 07° Pisces 35’
November 16, 2014  Neptune direct         04° Pisces 47’

April 14, 2014           Pluto retrograde      13° Capricorn 34’
September 23, 2014   Pluto direct             10° Capricorn 59’  

December 16, 2014    Juno retrograde      17° Leo 17’

March 12, 2014          Juno direct              03° Leo 14'

February 27, 2014     Ceres retrograde     01° Scorpio 53'

June 2, 2014               Ceres direct             18° Libra 32'

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☆♥☆ Planetary Capricorn ☆♥☆

If you have your…

Ascendant in Capricorn: Capricorn rising maintains a serious outer mask. Cautious to commit and spend, you possess a strong personality and self esteem. Capricorn rising folks have difficulty showing or expressing feelings. With Saturn as your ruling planet, you may at times be aloof and pessimistic or ambitious, disciplined and determined.  Old when young, and young when old clearly defines how others see you.  Stunning physical appearance, particularly the facial features~!

Moon in Capricorn: Moon in Capricorn is alert, cautious, determined, and also patient in love. You may be emotionally attracted to someone older or more mature. Known for their dry sense of humor. Sometimes this placement appears unemotional and undemonstrative because it’s difficult to reveal feelings thereby appearing cold.  Self-reliant yet fearful of abandonment.

Mercury in Capricorn: You are methodical, logical, rational, practical and dependable.  When Mercury in Capricorn speaks, others listen as you project an air of authority. May appear serious, detailed and, again, demonstrating a dry sense of humor.

Venus in Capricorn: Cautious in love, this Venus desires a partner to value. Naturally monogamous, this is the placement of one who values loyalty and faithfulness. May be possessive. Sometimes fearing rejection, Venus in Capricorn may turn completely cold. Values creature comforts, material security and desires to provide the same for their loved ones.

Mars in Capricorn: Mars in this sign is energetic and hardy. This sign takes command and likes to maintain a sense of control. Obstinate yet passionate and "hot", and distant, yet sexy and romantic. May attract an older, wiser, or mature mate and at least once in their life, maintain a "secret" love affair.

Jupiter in Capricorn: Ambitious, hard worker, reaching the top through discipline and conservation.  You're not opposed to spending a lot of money on a person or object of desire yet also enjoy saving for a rainy day.

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☆♥*♥☆New Capricorn Moon~Christmas☆♥*♥☆

Dear Stargazers, ✯  

Today, on the Eve of Christmas there is also a New Moon at 2 + degrees of Saturn-ruled Capricorn.  Saturn ♄  symbolizes karma, restrictions, boundaries, the knees and skin of the body, hard work paying off, heads of government, physical and metaphorical structures of all kinds, and the father or paternal figure and more.  The Moon meet up with the Sun☼  for a celestial kiss at 1:06pm on the East Coast.


3 days before the New Moon  on December 24th is also called the balsamic phase. This phase is also called the Wishing Moon..............

☆♥☆Make a Wish, Blow a Kiss to the Universe~!☆♥☆

Wishing you all a safe and joyful Christmas weekend. Remember to help those in need, including animals who are unable to help themselves, those sensitive beings who find themselves on the street or shelter by no fault of their own.

Photograph by Lorraine Valente

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☆ ♥*♥☆2012 Retrogrades & Planetary Stations☆ ♥*♥☆

Dear Cosmic Cohorts, ☄  

(c) Lorraine Valente

For your reference, below is a list of Retrograde Planets and their planetary stations for 2012.  I just realized that this list has been created for you for the past 10 years!  If you would like to see the last 10 year retrograde charts, they are located on the FuchsiaStarsLunarNotesYahoogroups.com files section. This list is highly useful when planning when to begin a project, start a new business or for any electional and chart interpretation purposes. Enjoy!

March 12, 2012   Mercury turns retrograde  06° Aries 49’
April 4, 2012       Mercury turns direct           23° Pisces 51’

July 15, 2012      Mercury turns retrograde 12° Leo 32’
Aug. 8, 2010       Mercury turns direct         01° Leo 25’ 

Nov. 6, 2012       Mercury turns retrograde 04° Sag 14’

Nov. 26, 2012     Mercury turns direct         18° Scorpio 15’ 

May 15, 2012      Venus turns retrograde    23° Gemini 59’

June 27, 2012      Venus turns direct            07° Gemini 29’ 

Jan. 24, 2012      Mars turns retrograde       23° Virgo 05’ 

April 14, 2012    Mars turns direct               03° Virgo 40’

Oct. 4, 2012        Jupiter turns retrograde    16° Gemini 22’

Jan. 30, 2013      Jupiter turns direct             06° Gemini 19’

Feb. 7, 2012       Saturn turns retrograde     29° Libra 30’
June 25, 2012    Saturn turns direct             22° Libra 45’ 

June 12, 2012     Chiron retrograde              09° Pisces 44’

Nov. 14, 2012     Chiron direct                      04° Pisces 58’

July 13, 2012     Uranus turns retrograde  08° Aries 32’

Dec. 13, 2012     Uranus turns direct          04° Aries 36’ 

June 4, 2012      Neptune turns retrograde 03° Pisces 09’
Nov. 11, 2012    Neptune turns direct         00° Pisces 21’

April 10, 2012   Pluto turns retrograde  09° Capricorn 33’
Sept. 18, 2012    Pluto turns direct          06° Capricorn 57’ 

March 25, 2012  Juno retrograde           07° Sagittarius 07’

July 7, 2012        Juno direct                    21° Scorpio 25’

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Lorraine

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☆♥*♥☆ Happy Birthday Capricorn ☆♥*♥☆

by Lorraine Valente

Happy Birthday Capricorn the Sea Goat!
Those born from December 22~ January 21!
Key Phrase for Capricorn is “I Utilize”

Capricorn is a Cardinal (action oriented, initiator), earth (pragmatic and grounded) sign located in the Eastern Hemisphere of the chart. Capricorn governs the 10th house of the natural zodiac. Capricorns are considered the workaholics of the zodiac. Saturn-ruled Capricorn expects nothing less from us lest he's willing to do himself. Capricorns are dutiful, reliable, and steady. As children Capricorns were the kids everyone relied upon, the leader offering guidance and wisdom beyond their years. Capricorns are said to be old before their time, wise beyond their years, and very mature. However, they tend to act and appear younger with each passing year, perhaps making up for all that lost time! Capricorn relates to the skin, bones/skeletal system, knees and arthritis…illnesses where inflexibility or rigidity settles in the body.

The ruling planet is restrictive, disciplined and structured Saturn. In traditional astrology, Saturn is considered a malefic planet and tends to operate through fear. Saturn is thrifty, tactful, disciplined, stern, cold and severe. Saturn transits usually entails some form of limitation to the area of life in which the transit occurs. Frustration and hard work is expected from Saturn. If you meet Saturn's challenges and work with his energy, wisdom and benefits are earned resulting from your perseverance. Decisions are made or finalized during Saturn transits. On the positive side, when self-disciplined and self-directed at a task, accomplishment and financial gain is your “Saturnian” reward. If  Saturn is prominant in your chart, you may be drawn to antiques, ruins, ancient times and even collecting old objects of substance and worth.



Saturn~Nasa website

 Saturn and  Capricorn reside in the 10th house, at the cusp of  the MC or Medium Coeli. The 10th house is typically linked to structures, real estate, public reputation and work in society, timing, cycles and wisdom earned as a result of difficult tasks. The 10th house, the ruler of the 10th, and planets in the 10th are also symbolic of the mother, traditionally, or often the parent who was most influential in early life. Saturn is a tough teacher and taskmaster. He sets limits, boundaries and obstacles to overcome. Depending on how well we do, he may grant a “reward” or payoff for persevering. In Karmic Astrology, Saturn plays an important role and represents cycles of time. When in a “karmic” relationship, there may experience intense a feelings, a lack of control over the events and circumstances within the relationship. Through these circumstances and events, a new self-awareness develops, a new perspective and understanding of the person involved and also how we relate to the environment. Saturn sometimes present us with someone approximately 7, 14, 21 years older or younger than ourselves. “When the student is ready, the teacher (Saturn) will appear.” Some karmic relationship dynamics are teacher/student, parent/child or counselor/patient. There's something which must be taught, and something that needs to be learned and understood…by both participants. Saturn is considered the glue between individuals and astrologers want to see at least one Saturn contact from each partner connected to a plant in the partner's chart. If one individual provides the important Saturn connections to a partner, while the partner has few or none, that partner may not feel as connected or committed to the relationship as the individual with the majority of Saturn contacts. Saturn contacts in synastry (chart comparison)  usually augurs a lasting and binding relationship, although it may not always be an easy one.

Martin Schulman, in his wonderful Karmic Astrology series states: “Every time our unconscious is working something out, it calls into our lives the people who have within the pieces of the answer we are seeking.” What he means is that you may find that a certain type of person or situation repeatedly enters your life. Just as you end a relationship with one person with a particular problem, another enters your life, often disguised, with a similar problem! (that is if you haven’t worked through and learned your lesson from before) Sometimes the Universe offers this situation or person as a “test” to see how much you have learned from your last similar experience. Or…you may consequentively meet several people with the same Sun, Moon or similar aspects. There is something the Universe is pointing towards and you must pay attention to what is being presented as an important learning experience. This is Saturn~ the wise teacher and why others often consult Capricorn’s for their cut to the chase advice.

Capricorn’s polar opposite (10th house~public reputation, real estate, business affairs, power, credit, profession and the Mother) is cardinal, water Cancer (4th house~ home, family, children, the past and root in early childhood). Career versus home, working and family are issues frequently in conflict for Capricorns, also contingent upon other areas of the birth chart. When under stress, each sign operates through the most negative characteristics of their polar opposite, the sign 180 degrees opposite itself. In this case, when under stress, Capricorn adopts characterisitics of emotional Cancer, ruled by the Moon and may become emotionally distraught, moody and temperamental, withdrawing, crawling into its shell for self-nurturing, distance and comfort.

During Saturn transits or if Saturn is prominent in your chart, you may experience restrictions, boundary issues, and extra responsibilities. Hard work and a busy routine is certainly on the horizon.

Famous Capricorns: Happy Birthday to Rudyard Kipling, British Nobel Prize-winning Poet, December 30th, Henri Matisse, French Painter, and Actor Anthony Hopkins December 31st, American Flag Seamstress Betsy Ross, January 1st, Sir Isaac Newton, British Mathematician, January 4th, Alvin Ailey, NY Dance Company founder, January 5th, Astrologer/Astronomer Johannes Kepler, January 6th, Singers/Performers Elvis Presley and David Bowie, January 8th and Howard Stern, Radio Personality, January 12th.

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☆♥*♥☆The Devil ~Capricorn ☆♥*♥☆

by Lorraine Valente

Tarot Card # 15 XV~ The Devil ~Symbolic of Capricorn


Rider~Waite

The Devil Card in the Rider Waite Tarot deck dipicts a horned, bat-winged, goat-like, half man, half beast figure, who doesn't actually exist. Psychologically, he represents the Id or the the raunchy aspects of the unconscious.  The Devil also symbolizes feelings when in an addictive relationship. Feelings of being completely bonded to a person in an almost obsessive way are possible. Obsessions cause feelings of being tied down or stifled by the intensity of the energy, almost as if it is against the will. Possibility of merging with a person on a deep level, losing independence and allowing the self to be controlled and enslaved to addictive feelings of sexual love.

When love patterns become addictive, becomming caught up in appearances and the physical part of the relationship is high. We begin to limit ourselves, choosing to stay in the dark (denial) about other areas of the relationship. Neglecting or denying what's valued, only serves to increase negative feelings. Without passionate energy and an intense connection, fear and doubt is possible. The Devil asks "What is the Truth?"

On a mundane level, The Devil symbolizes obsession with materialism. He is the "shadow". You may feel bound, controlled and owned by acquired possessions or fearful of not having enough. We “are” what we own or without those things we are no one. Possessions and ownership reflect inner insecurities, if that is all that brings happiness. This doesn’t always have to be a physical object, it can be a thought or a belief that keeps one stuck or self confined in self-destructive patterns, self-sabotaging happiness.

The Devil is card fifteen in the Tarot. When adding 1 + 5 = 6. The number 6 Tarot card is The Lovers card, #6. The symbolism in both cards is contained within each other in that the energy of the Devil is the shadow side of The Lovers. Every individual, even the spiritually evolved, possess dark or negative (shadow) aspects of the personality that may periodically surface. When we are not in love, we are in fear. The Devil suggests facing unrealistic fears that bind and chain us to unhealthy emotional and psychological patterns. In the Lovers, we are asked to seek our Higher Power, and the Archangel provides infinite guidance to those who seek the spiritual path of unconditional love.

The Devil may appear in a reading during a time to focus on ridding obsessions over people, situations and material possessions that control your life. Facing fears, compulsions and bondage to materialism is underscored. If surrounded by positive cards, a commitment is on the horizon.

Keywords: Illusion, Obsessions, Compulsions, Addictions, Bondage, Commitment, Truth, Unconscious, Eroticism, Greed, Materialism, Gluttony, Self-sabotage, The Shadow, the Id, Denial, Self-deception, Reality, Pan.

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Thank you, and have a Merry Christmas!!!

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☆♥☆ 2011 Retrogrades & Direct Planetary Stations ☆♥☆

by Lorraine Valente

Hi Everyone,

At the end of the year I'll compile a list of retrograde planets and Moon cycles for the upcoming year.  If you already know your birthchart, this list is a helpful guide.  Simply print it out and highlight any retrograde or stationing degrees that correspond to degrees in your chart.  If there are no corresponding degrees, pay attention to the houses in which any planet passes through. It's being resent for those who didn't receive it first time around. Here is the first of two lists, Retrogrades & Direct Planetary Stations for 2011.

Mercury 
March 30, 2011 Mercury turned retrograde 24° Aries 18 ’ R
April 23, 2011 Mercury turns direct 12° Aries 53 ’ D

August 3, 2011 Mercury turns retrograde 01° Virgo 12’ R
August 26, 2011 Mercury turns direct 18° Leo 45’ D

November 24, 2011 Mercury turns retrograde 20° Sagittarius 06' R
December 14, 2011 Mercury turns direct 03° Sagittarius 51’ D

Venus
There aren't any 2011 Retrogrades

Mars
There aren't any 2011 Retrogrades

Jupiter
August 30, 2011 Jupiter turns retrograde 10° Taurus 21’ R
December 25, 2011 Jupiter turns direct 00° Taurus 22’ D

Saturn
January 26, 2011 Saturn turns retrograde 17° Libra 13’ R
June 13, 2011 Saturn turns direct 10° Libra 26’ D

Chiron
June 8, 2011 Chiron turns retrograde 21° Pisces 27’ R
November 10, 2011 Chiron turns direct 16° Pisces 41' D

Uranus
July 10, 2011 Uranus turns retrograde 4° Aries 33’ R
December 10, 2011 Uranus turns direct 00° Aries 38’ D

Neptune
June 3, 2011 Neptune turns retrograde 00° Pisces 55’ R
November 9, 2011 Neptune turns direct 28° Aquarius 08’ D

Pluto
April 9, 2011 Pluto turns retrograde 07° Capricorn 30’ R
September 16, 1011 Pluto turns direct 04° Capricorn 17’ D

Juno
January 20, 2011 Juno turns retrograde 29° Virgo 42'
May 3, 2011 Juno turns direct 14° Virgo 00'

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☆♥*♥☆ When Planets Retrograde ☆♥*♥☆

by Lorraine Valente

Hi Everyone,

There's a lot of discussion about retrograde planets and their meaning when they are retrograding.  When a planet is retrograde, it is an apparent backward motion of a planet.

I'll share below how often retrograde (rx) planets change directions:


Mercury is Rx for 24 days; is stationary for approximately 3 days.

Venus is Rx for 42 days; is stationary for approximately 11 days.

Mars is Rx for 80 days; is stationary for approximately 20 days.

Jupiter is Rx for 120 days; is stationary for approximately 10 days.

Saturn is Rx for 140 days; is stationary for approximately 10 days.

Uranus is Rx for 150 days; is stationary for approximately 16 days.

Neptune is Rx for 160 days; is stationary for approximately 16 days.

Pluto is Rx for 160 days; is stationary for approximately 16 days.

The Sun and Moon are never retrograde. Planets from Mars to Pluto turn Rx when they reach an opposition to the Sun, and outer planets remain Rx longest.

Retrograde planets have three phases:

1). The direct motion until the the planet first stations (stops before changing directions),

2). The retrograde motion (apparent backward motion),

3). The direct motion following the second station (before changing directions forward). During this time, as the planet slows down to change direction, this stationary period in between is the most energetically powerful and usually triggers events or illuminates an awareness that may have been already unconsciously known, only to become conscious during forward motion of the involved planet.

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Lorraine Valente
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☆♥*♥☆ Weekend Transits☆♥*♥☆

by Lorraine Valente

Our lovely Moon enters nurturing Cancer 5:50pm EDT, while Venus changes signs to relationship-oriented Libra at 11:47pm EDT. These entries activate the June 26th Lunar Eclipse at 4 degrees of Capricorn. It you have planets, within 2 degrees on either side, especially an exact degree, these transits have a message for you.  Sooooo.... the cosmic cohorts are: the Moon forming a tense square to Venus, Uranus, Saturn, and Jupiter before integrating the opposing intensity of Pluto.

On Monday, August 9th, 11:08pm EDT, the New Moon is at 17 + degrees of Leo.  If you have any planets 2 degrees on either side this New Moon, it speaks to you!  Later in the week on the 13th, iconoclast Uranus at 00 Aries turns retrograde (rx) until December 5th.

Remember..3 days before the New Moon on August 9th is the balsamic phase. This phase is also called the Wishing Moon..............

☆♥☆Make a Wish, Blow a Kiss to the Universe~!☆♥☆

Wishing everyone a joyous, easy-flowing, fun-filled weekend. Remember, I'm available for consultations and readings 7 days via phone, e-mail, Skpe, or in-person.

Lorraine Valente
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