ASTRAL REFLECTIONS BY TIM STEPHENS FEBRUARY 3 – 9, 2013 All times/dates are PST. I don’t think Hillary Clinton will be the next U.S. President.... Please don’t send any more emails about the “wish letter.” I’m getting buried. Most writers want to know when to make the wish. Soon, I’ll give some more “wish” dates, but first I have to finish the Love Forecasts. You don’t really need dates from me: just make your wish when you are calm, thoughtful, and feel that wee, slender nudge inside to do it. But realize, too, that wishing won’t solve all your life’s problems. The wish letter can only be as successful as your birth chart, and your psychological-emotional-physical-circumstantial structures. (In fact, the wish letter uses these inner structures to accomplish its task.) So if you write in your wish letter, “I want to win a million dollars,” well, good luck – you’re going to need it. (There is another method, by the way, that I call “momentary wishes.” In this, the lightest touch, just the hint of a desire or conscious direction, works; whereas a fully conscious, deliberate, forceful or “will power” wish virtually never works. I’ll explain this other method someday.) But back to the Love Forecasts: LIBRA, the period June 2012 to June 2013 brings at least two (potentially four) chances to wed, or to form a relationship that can lead to marriage. One chance might have already occurred, in the June-to-December period of 2012. Now, February 2013 onward, at least one more chance is imminent. The person involved might seem to be a casual acquaintance, or you might prefer to keep this relationship on the intellectual or conversational level. This person is your intellectual equal, but one of you is the talker, swift with details; the other seems more thoughtful, and more focused on the broader picture. (The thoughtful one is navigating the relationship, while the talker is steering.) January could have brought a strong romantic, sexual draw, but your worries over home and security might have closed some doors to love. Late March into April (re)awaken your mating instinct. In late April and May, sensual intimacy can prove too strong to resist. By June, someone presses you to form a bond. In choosing, realize the whole 2011-2018 period features unpredictable, unstable conditions in love: and more love. July onward changes the picture: you become ambitious. Your career and/or boss (or parent) make demands which cut into your time and desire for romance. Still, in September/October you can find love in a social group. December starts a seven-month “love negotiation” – which could end with marriage, and a status boost. Start Nothing: 4:31 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Mon., 12:42 p.m. Tues. to 9:55 a.m. Wed., 4:44 a.m. Thurs. to 11:17 a.m. Fri., and after 11:20 p.m. Sat. Aries March 21-April 19 Your popularity rides a sweet wave; social delights, entertainment, flirtation and light romance fill your days – especially Friday/Saturday. This is a great time to join a group. Still, your personal clout is beginning to wane slightly, so avoid being forceful, especially in practical or “dominance” contests. Sunday’s for secrets, intimacy, financial ponderings. Someone’s attracted to you Monday/Tuesday; far travel, school, law and culture go well also – after Monday morn. Be ambitious Wednesday: you’ll succeed if you down-tone rebelliousness, opt for communication, affection. Taurus April 20-May 20 Be ambitious, Taurus, especially Friday/Saturday. (This can affect any area -- for instance, if you’re buying a condo, buy “up.”) Community status, career, relations with bosses, parents and VIPs, are part of the picture. Higher-ups favour you all February – propose plans, projects. Someone wants to be “friends,” but he/she could lead you to compromising situations – he/she’s nervous, assertive. Be diplomatic Sunday. Large finances, sexual intimacy lure you, and succeed Monday noon (not earlier) into Tuesday. Gentle love, learning, law or travel arise Wednesday/Thursday. Gemini May 21-June 20 A gentle, understanding mood continues. Seize this time, this atmosphere: seek love, attend cultural venues, travel afar, attend/apply to a school, seek publishing/media opportunities – especially Friday/Saturday. Tackle routine or non-challenging chores Sunday. Relationships fill Monday/Tuesday – after Monday morning, these links hold opportunities and success. Tell your mate, “I want to do this, because it will benefit you.” Midweek brings sexual urges, financial astuteness, and revealing detective work. Friendships challenge, but wisdom and love bring you luck – and travel? Cancer June 21-July 22 Secrets and “levers of power” rise quietly around you, like hillocks on a prairie. This week and next, push steadily forward toward an investment, financial, lifestyle, health or intimacy goal – especially Friday/Saturday, when a new link or opportunity could occur. (But reject any idea or opening that occurs between 10 p.m. PST Friday and 6:30 a.m. Saturday.) Sunday’s for romance, pleasure – but stick with the known. Tackle chores Monday/Tuesday. Relationships, negotiations, a meeting with someone who makes something deep stir within you, new horizons arrive Wednesday/Thursday. Leo July 23-Aug. 22 Relationships come front and center over the next two weeks, Leo – especially this Friday/Saturday. “Relationships” includes emotional and practical or business links, new opportunities, fresh horizons (and possible relocation) – co-operation and opposition. Be diplomatic, but eager to join. Approach others, praise others, seek common ground. Sunday’s for domestic rest – nap, love family, turn on that old music. Romance calls Monday/Tuesday – singles could meet a future mate prospect. Couples find pleasure. To work, and guard health, midweek. Smile at the world Friday/Saturday! Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22 Only two weeks left of work and health concerns, Virgo. Might as well plunge into those chores, especially Friday/Saturday, when a rather significant new task, even new employment, could begin. (Forget resumes: be direct.) Sunday’s restless, not much use. Home chores run into confusion Monday morning (spouse has doubts?) but this p.m. to midday Tuesday offers big steps forward on the home front if you make the effort. Repair, decorate, landscape, prepare kids’ future(s). Romantic and creative urges fill midweek – an incident or alluring person offers a new view of mating. Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22 Games, sports, pleasure, romance, beauty, creativity and self-expression call you – answering will bring luck, especially this Friday/Saturday. This month could start or further one of the most significant romances of your life. (If you’re married, joy comes from spouse, kids, and adventures – take a family trip.) There is serious love and easy love. Your best “mate prospect” has a load of work lowered onto his/her shoulders: be understanding. Unattached Librans might fall for a co-worker. Spend frugally Sunday. Friends, calls, trips Monday/Tuesday. Home, family Wednesday/Thursday. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21 The main accent this week and next lies on homes, family, security, property, gardening, nutrition, stomach and soul. (Funny how these last two are linked in many religions and mantic arts.) Friday/Saturday might start a new project or trend in these zones. Get plenty of rest (power naps) and show your family your loving heart. (Unlike January, February spreads a balm of affection through your domicile.) Your energy’s high Sunday: tackle minor problems. Chase money, buy/sell, Monday/Tuesday. Midweek brings errands, friends, paperwork, and a potentially great investment (a home?). Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21 The two weeks ahead are not important, but they sure are active. You’ll call, write, answer, visit, perform errands, paperwork, and perhaps travel. A new venture could start in any of these Friday/Saturday. Earlier, Sunday’s for rest, quiet activities. Your energy and pizzazz soar Monday/Tuesday – start projects, relationships after Monday morning (a confusing time). Make money or shop Wednesday. This day might end one link, begin another; or, after disagreement, bring a stronger love. A new person might develop into loving friendship “with benefits” – even into marriage. Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19 Chase money for the next two weeks, Cap, especially this Friday/Saturday, when a new money-making project could start. (DON’T start it between 10 p.m. Friday and 6:30 a.m. Saturday – PST.) Your income luck remains good all month; you’ll have enough to purchase a luxury item. You grow more assertive in communications – that’s good, but don’t overdo it. Sunday’s hopeful, friendly. Retreat, rest, contemplate and plan Monday/Tuesday – approach government or other agencies. Your energy and charm return, buoyantly, Wednesday/Thursday – home frustrates, but work/money please! Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18 Your energy, charm and effectiveness reach a yearly high this week and next, Aquarius, especially this Friday/Saturday. If you haven’t yet begun a significant project, do so now. Sunday’s for career and prestige, but nothing’s solid here. Your hopes and popularity rise Monday/Tuesday – a wish could come true. Get out, plan entertainment, join a group – they’ll “love” you. Retreat to catch a second breath Wednesday/Thursday: rest, contemplate and plan. (The best plans might be based on what occurred earlier this week.) Friday/Saturday, chase what/who you want: desire’s lucky. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20 Continue to lie low, rest, recuperate, contemplate and plan. Your clout in the world is at a low ebb for the two weeks ahead; but your skill and effect in “background” areas is admirable. Background = spirit, charity, government, warehousing, administration, institutions, meditation, yoga, etc. Jump into these, especially Friday/Saturday, when a “new note” (though a slender one) might fill this arena. Sunday’s idealistic, intellectual, mellow. Be ambitious Monday/Tuesday. Happiness, hopes for the future, perhaps a light romantic notion, arise Wednesday (watch money) and Thursday. www.astralreflections.com. Email: timstephens@shaw.ca. For a reading: 604-886-4808. /30/