PrFont34Bin0BinSub0Frac0Def1Margin0Margin0Jc1Indent1440Lim0Lim1ASTRAL REFLECTIONS BY TIM STEPHENS JULY12 – 18, 2009 All times/dates are PDT. Stock markets: take care in July. A sudden motion might occur in August – I formerly assumed this would be down, but there’s a second possibility: from October to June 2010 a speculative fever might shoot the markets upward. You’ll know it if you see it (sudden leaps upward, etc.). Still, I think the long-term direction is down. My bear bias comes from one simple opinion: that Bernie Madoff is not an aberration, but a figurehead. VIRGO, from late August 2009 to March 3, 2011, the Moon’s north lunar node will travel through your romantic sign, bringing ease of accomplishment, a subtle continuous boost, and a sense of well-doing or gratification in romance, creative endeavours, speculation, teaching/raising children (K-12) and all pleasures that you dive impetuously into. This is one of those times when infatuation could lead to real love and happiness! (At the very least, pursuing any of these karmic areas will tend to make the rest of your life march along in a smooth, fruitful way.) Contrarily, being afraid to take a big chance, playing the field in romance, being so social that you prevent “mad love” from occurring, putting things off optimistically, saying “there’ll be better chances tomorrow,” going for entertainment rather than creativity – these will garner flat results at best, and, at worst, bring loss or disappointment. All these can be interpreted as risk-aversion; e.g., socializing = seeking safety in numbers. Putting things off optimistically excuses you from immediate, risky action – but in risk you will thrive! ARIES, from August 21/09 to March 3/11, you will find that domestic, property, nurturing, gardening, agriculture, security, retirement and foundational matters do not particularly go well. This would be a good sector to avoid – EXCEPT where alterations, adjustments, duties or repairs are called for. In other words, be summoned to this area and solve what you must (no neglect allowed!) but DON’T promote nor enter these zones of your own accord, especially not on a whim, a temptation, or a too-good-to-be-true “promise.” Don’t buy real estate during this period, nor institute new agricultural systems, don’t pay a thief who promises a guaranteed retirement nest egg. This is not a good time to arbitrarily end old and start new projects or relationships. On the other hand, you will be generally blessed in career and dealings with higher-ups. So get a job, rather than vegetating at home! You’ll find a smooth, gratifying and often mildly lucky path when you’re ambitious, or deal with prestige, VIPs, fathers (including your own) and old men, community standing and reputation, etc. Other areas of your life will tend to run smoothly if you choose career over home, ambition over security. Start Nothing: 1:03 to 7:40 a.m. Mon., 8:08 a.m.to 3:30 p.m. Wed., and 1:48 p.m. to 7:41 Fri. Aries March 21-April 19 The accent continues on your domestic situation, security, kids, and everyone’s welfare. A long “throwing money around” period ends now. For the next six weeks, short trips, communications, paperwork and casual contacts (including siblings) will propel you. This could bring a friendly romance – perhaps a “summer fill in” before October starts a winter/spring of intense romance. But you’d be wise to down-tone the restlessness and the romantic side until after July 22 – someone met now through July 22 won’t work, long-term. This week’s hugely successful, socially and domestically! Taurus April 20-May 20 At last, a go-forward, productive, ambition-rewarding and friend-making week! The accent’s on paperwork, details, errands, travel and casual relationships. You will schmooze superbly now, especially Sunday, and late Wednesday to Saturday. This can lead to networking, career and sales success, but also to social delights, flirtations, perhaps sensual encounters. Your sexual magnetism and will power intensify until late August. This can trigger gratifying sex – and highlight your greatest weakness/restriction. Observe yourself. Rest, contemplate, plan – and show charity – Monday to early Wednesday. Gemini May 21-June 20 Continue dealing with money. You might be making a major purchase, or seeking new earnings sources, etc. (If you buy a house September 2007 to October/09, it will be a lot of work in future.) A major transition IS taking place in possessions, investments and earnings for you. Simultaneously, a major transition occurs in sexual and intimate spheres. You’re seeing many things that escaped you before. This “deep sight” will last for 15 years. This week’s very successful – career Sunday; social joys Monday to Wednesday. Charity, government Wednesday-Friday. You’re the star Saturday! Cancer June 21-July 22 Your energy, charisma and effectiveness continue high – especially during this successful, smooth week! Keep your eye open for an investment, a lifestyle change or intimate “signal” Wednesday through Saturday – there’s a wise choice here, one that will make you feel safe and good-hearted. Pick that one. Your career brings secret actions, closed-door discussions/plans, or administrative work now to late August – be honest. Sunday’s mellow, loving – travel, love or culture gratify! Be ambitious, canvas higher-ups mid-day Monday to mid-day Wednesday. Social delights Wednesday-Friday! Rest, Saturday. Leo July 23-Aug. 22 Continue to rest, lie low, contemplate and plan. The criticism, impatience and pressure you’ve felt in career, parenting or reputation areas ebbs now – it’s replaced by a socializing and flirting, optimism and a determination to make new contacts, to see new horizons. In this, scholars, intellectuals, professionals and foreign-born people will be your best companions. However, wait until July 22 onward to fully jump on this bandwagon. This week is beneficial in many ways: finances, research, intimacy Sunday; culture and travel Monday-Wednesday. Ambition Wednesday-Friday; optimism Saturday! Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22 Dreams could come true during this power-packed, successful week! A relationship might climb another rung on love’s ladder Sunday. Opportunities abound. Intimacy, sexual commitments, lifestyle changes, research and large finances, draw you Monday to Wednesday. Wednesday afternoon through Friday, expect love, affection, gentle wisdom, far travel, law, learning, publishing, religion and cultural events. Be ambitious Saturday. All week, relationships grow newly responsive, bringing (work-related) opportunities, inspirations. For six weeks, bosses will be impatient – step lively, smile! Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22 This strong week emphasises career, community standing, parental role, work and co-worker rewards and ambitions. Charge ahead with work Sunday. Relationships play an important role Monday to Wednesday – adjust these (or attitudes) Monday morning. Finances, debt, investment, sexual longings, secrets, research, health diagnosis, lifestyle changes are “open doors” for you Wednesday eve to Friday. (Best Wednesday night.) Love, wisdom, travel, cultural and intellectual involvements succeed Saturday. Now to late August, love, marriage themes, far travel, far relocation possible! Avoid legal hassles. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21 Your mellow, wise mood continues. But deeper, a new element stirs: the six weeks ahead will nudge you toward sexual, financial, lifestyle and similar consequential changes or commitments. You’ll tend to be impulsive in these, so err on caution’s side. A change in employment (or other chores) is likely. If this occurs in July, you’ll be shunted into an affectionate, opportunity-prone workplace; if in August, into a pressure-cooker with opportunity for promotion. This week is splendid, overall. Sunday’s romantic, lucky. Tackle work Monday-Wednesday. Love, bright horizons Wednesday-Saturday! Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21 It’s an all-round successful week – domestic relations improve, or are changed by a sudden uplifting circumstance. Do your research, as you’ll face an opportunity soon (July 20/21) to start a new project in financial, sexual, lifestyle, research or serious health zones. (Avoid starting new projects in love, work, career, socializing, groups, politics, and health habits.) Sunday’s for home, kids, property. Chase romance, pleasure, take a gamble, Monday to Wednesday. Tackle chores Wednesday eve to Friday. For six weeks, relationships intensify. You could meet your mate. Make love, not war. Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19 Relationships remain your prime focus this week – they should work out well, especially if you communicate or travel. (Write a love note.) Sunday’s for just these – communications, travel, errands, casual friends. A bond strains Monday or Wednesday morning, but immense improvement comes this eve to Friday – romance, joys from children, vacation, pleasure and beauty revive you! Saturday’s still friendly (and busy) but it strikes a new note: through late August, your work will intensify; you might be tempted to quit. But that’s later. For now, pounce on opportunities – there’s more next week! Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18 Only ten more days of work and drudgery, boredom and health concerns. This is an excellent week for progress in work, monetary matters, earnings, sharing, joining a money group, etc. It’s a great time to buy a computer or software (Sunday, Wednesday night, or Saturday before suppertime. The next six weeks heighten your romantic awareness. You sometimes “signal” your romantic intentions by chattering – that would tend to work Saturday (July 18). Soon, relationships will vibrate with opportunity – and the veil of “sombre results” will lift by August. The months ahead bring someone exciting! Pisces Feb. 19-March 20 The accent remains on passion, romance, creativity, speculation, taking a gamble, indulging your urge for pleasure and/or beauty. Your energy and charisma soar Sunday – do what you want to do! Ask favours, start significant projects. Money needs awareness and care Monday morning – it’s not an event, but a quiet, bad idea or “moral frown” you need to watch for. Travel, communications and casual friends keep Wednesday eve to Friday busy and happy. All week, your more eccentric qualities shine – and gain applause (or a good smile). Six weeks of domestic friction, and domestic profit, start now. www.astralreflections.com Email: timstephens@shaw.ca. Readings: 604-261-1337. /30/