posted March 20, 2008 11:26 PM            

Courage and pioneering instinct are a couple of the wonderful Aries traits that we all get to take advantage of as the Sun makes its yearly entrance into Aries on March 19. Then, take a deep breath as March 21 brings an unusually contentious full Moon in Libra. On the same day, the Sun squares Pluto, making it necessary to contend with a powerful person. Enjoy a breather from the intensity on March 28 as lovely Venus sextiles and conjuncts independent Uranus on the same day. Jupiter sextiles independent Uranus on the 28th, and your need for freedom will be extra important. When Mars squares the Sun on March 30, make sure you're not working against your own interests. While Pluto's retrograde on April 1 brings you into a review of your powerbase, Mercury and Venus entering the first sign of the zodiac on April 2 and April 5 respectively encourage that you try something new! Then on April 5, the new Moon in Aries underscores the message and it's time to take the initiative. The Sun in impulsive Aries squares Jupiter in ambitious Capricorn on April 10 followed on the 13th with the Sun sextile Neptune; Examine the workability of your projects while taking advantage of significant opportunities. In the middle of all this is a feisty T-square with Mercury square Mars on April 10 and square Jupiter on April 13. Make sure you don't over react to anything during this time! Thank goodness that on April 19 clear-thinking and stability reign with Mercury's entrance into Taurus. It's a perfect way to end this solar journey!

March 19: Sun enters Aries

Each year the Sun enters the first sign on the zodiac, marking the Spring Equinox for those of us above the equator, and the Fall Equinox for those below. Whichever side of the planet you're on, this is the time to embark upon a new journey. If you can draw on the courageous and pioneering attributes of this sign, you'll have everything you need for a stellar start!

March 21: Full Moon in Libra

A full Moon in Libra is normally a time to tune in to your relationship ideals and to mind the balance between yourself and others. However, this particular full Moon is quite contentious! A Grand Cross, a major aspect pattern that has four planets squaring each other, is prominent in this full Moon, making this a potent time for people to challenge each other. Warrior Mars and intense Pluto are weighing in now, so power struggles are inevitable. If you find yourself getting overly emotional, think twice before you do anything. Take a deep breath, take a cold shower and give yourself the time you need to act in a thoughtful and intelligent way.

This full Moon will most affect those born September 22-16, December 21-25, March 19-23 and June 21-25.

March 21: Sun square Pluto

No matter what you're initiating with the new energy of the Sun's transit through Aries, you'll need to contend with a dominating person who has his or her own agenda, and who demands that you make alterations to your own plans. It pays to listen carefully and to be mindful of other peoples' needs right now. You're also challenged to make sure you're empowering yourself, so don't be stubborn, but don't give away the store either! You'll know what you need to do if you think things through.

March 28: Venus sextile Jupiter

Ah, the good life! Go out to your favorite restaurant, attend your company party or get tickets for a fun event. Opportunities are everywhere to meet someone if you're single, or to rekindle the romance for those of you already in a committed relationship. Life is too short to miss a chance to have fun!

March 28: Venus conjunct Uranus

This is an electrifying, sparkly aspect. Be ready for an out-of-the-blue meeting with someone who captures your interest, or a huge desire to change things up in your relationships. Expect conversations exploring how close is too close, or how you can keep the excitement alive. Giving people breathing room helps to develop closeness. Ironic, isn't it?

March 28: Jupiter sextile Uranus

Jupiter, the planet of expansion, in achievement-oriented Capricorn forms a helpful aspect to Uranus, the planet of independence, making this a great time to assess your social life. Do you have enough interesting activities and know people who introduce you to new ideas? You're ready to build more experiences into your life that feel meaningful, exciting and motivating. This week, accept all social invitations. You never know who you'll meet!

March 30: Mars square Sun

Sometimes we do things that don't really fit who we are. When the planet of action, Mars, challenges what we've already set in motion, it's important to reconsider how you're going about your plans. A traditional phrase for this aspect is 'working at cross purposes.' So, before you take another step, make sure you're being helpful to yourself.

April 2: Pluto turns retrograde

Pay attention! This marks the first time that Pluto turns retrograde in Capricorn since entering this sign last January 25 and, as with any retrograde, it's time for a review. Think back to the beginning of February to get a sense of what you've been building into your life. Transforming and reforming are two key concepts of Pluto, while Capricorn is concerned with achievement. As the world is focused on rebuilding systems and infrastructure and how to make them more solid, tune in to what you can do to rehab your own life system.

April 2: Mercury enters Aries

When the planet of communication enters this pioneering yet impulsive sign, your brain gets fired up and you are likely to be especially creative and enthusiastic. So, give your mind a project or else Mercury in this warrior sign may start stirring the pot. Why waste this fabulous transit on conflict when you can use the initiative of this sign to dream up something new!

April 5: Venus enters Aries

Chivalry is not dead! The planet of love in a sign that is gallant, fun and creative brings out the knight or knight-ess in shining armor. Who wants to wait on the sidelines when you can gallop right into the arms of your romantic interest! With this fire sign, make sure you set time aside for activities. This is not a stay-at-home placement. Have fun courting! Bring your partner flowers, plan a vacation or train for the marathon. It is the doing that sparks love -- so get moving!

April 5: New Moon in Aries

A new Moon in the first sign of the zodiac heralds a time of fresh starts. In this cardinal sign, it's time to take the initiative. Don't wait on the sidelines thinking that someone else is going to move you forward! More than likely you will feel the drive of this pioneering sign and take the necessary steps to further your goals. Keep in mind that Aries is also the sign of the warrior, so be thoughtful of others while advancing your own causes.

This new Moon will most affect those born April 4-8, July 6-10, October 7-11 and January 5-9.

April 10: Sun square Jupiter and April 13: Sun sextiles Neptune

The Sun in impulsive Aries squares Jupiter in ambitious Capricorn, challenging you to remember to take practical matters into account while fired-up about your projects. Ask yourself what is workable and what is not. The social climate, represented by Jupiter, is not in tune with the warrior nature of Aries, so you'll need to know when to dial back your emotions -- or at least have a feasible plan. The Sun's sextile with Neptune three days later should help you see the larger picture.

April 10: Mercury square Mars; April 13: Mercury square Jupiter

Mercury, Mars and Jupiter are forming a major aspect pattern called a T-square. With Mercury in hot-headed Aries squaring Mars in emotionally driven Cancer -- expect fireworks! This in an argumentative aspect and people are quick to jump into the fray. Don't bonk people over the head with your point of view. Not everybody has to agree with you. Take your own inventory rather than focusing on other people's issues, and you'll be miles ahead of everybody else. Then, Mercury squares Jupiter, the planet of beliefs and philosophies, and the tendency is to think big. Mercury in Aries tends to speak too quickly before ideas have been thought through, while Jupiter in Capricorn values hard work and industriousness. You'll be challenged to back up your great ideas, so do your homework!

April 17: Mercury enters Taurus

Don't let anybody rush you! 'Deliberate' and 'thorough' should be your keywords as Mercury enters the most stable sign of the zodiac. Your attention will turn to practical concerns, making this a great time to smooth out your financial life, or to decide what you want to plant in your garden.

posted March 23, 2008 05:38 AM            

i'm glad u r continuing with the updates...i reallly look forward to them!