astral meanders 8-14th September 2010

In General: This week begins with a New Moon in Virgo on September 8. It is a favourable time to put some energy into a new intention, to take stock of things, cleanse and rest. In Virgo this moon is a wonderful Moon under which to do a general spring clean! All the energy of the moment is about moving forward and shaking off the limitations and restrictions that have held us back of late. With Venus moving into Scorpio on the 8th as well the intensity of relationship matters increases and individuals are apt to look for more in their interactions with others. It can also mean that jealousy and power struggles intensify so be prepared for a little drama here and there! If you have a birthday this week then start to plan all the changes you want to make in the year ahead. The old way will no longer suffice! On the world scene I expect we will see power struggles between the sexes, a little more movement where there has been stagnation and a bit of unnecessary but very real human drama, most often man made and instigated! Locally use Sunday as a time for reorganisation, focus and consolidation, it’s the best day this week!

Quote of the week: Ultimately, the only power to which man should aspire is that which he exercises over himself. Elie Wiesel

Aries
March 21- April 20
You need to foster yet more patience this week, all things will not flow smoothly and limits and blocks will make you frustrated! Plan only to go with the flow and keep plenty of odd jobs and reading material at hand to fill in the time! Your dreams may be more vivid than unusual and more prophetic, apt attention.

Taurus
April 21-May 21
Relationships are highlighted and this energy can go either way! You can have more to smile about and be pleasantly surprised by the ardour of your suitor or you could find yourself at loggerheads with an unusually stubborn stance they have taken. Be prepared! Personal magnetism is still growing, wow!!

Gemini
May 22-June 21
The new moon puts the focus back onto career for you guys! There is more inspiration in career matters and some very probable opportunities that will give you more to do and some much wanted responsibility! The ninth is an important day so pay attention to whomever you meet and just what comes your way!

Cancer
June 22- July 23
You are still in the mode of organising your life and clarifying your real goals! The New moon heralds a little self nurturing and healing time for you guys. Relationships seem to prosper after the 12th and the communication pathways open up! All in all it’s a good week for Cancer and the beginning of a much smoother phase!

Leo
July 24- August 23
It’s finally all coming together and issues and financial problems that have been bothering you for most of the year finally have solutions and resolutions. The 10-13th is the best for moving ahead and experiencing a definite lessening of blocks and limitations! Feel confident now and move ahead with purpose!

Virgo
August 24- September 23
It’s a chaotic time for Virgo and you may be feeling as if the world as you knew will never be the same! This is not the way you guys like it! Order and routine appeal to you so you are way out of that comfort zone! Don’t despair there is method to this madness and you will feel clearer and more purposeful after the 12th.

Libra
September 24- October 23
Pay a bit more attention to your health and especially things that involve the bones or teeth! You also need to recoup some energy so plan a solid and helpful routine. It can seem as if life is not really going your way at present and that you have to do many more hard yards than the folk around you. Smile anyway it will get better soon.

Scorpio
October 24-November 22
Venus moves into your sign on the 9th and is followed shortly by mars. Things are starting to pick up pace generally and especially where relationships are concerned! It is a positive time for most Scorpios and one in which personal magnetisms is heightened. Others want to give you what you desire!

Sagittarius
November 23- December 21
Energy levels are drooping and as you struggle to keep it all together your mood seems to swing from happy one moment to sad and frustrated the next. Be prepared for changes of plans and misread communications this week too. It’s all about a rerun of old lessons so pay attention! The 12th instigates a turn around and things will start to go your way!

Capricorn
December 22- January20
You are starting to feel better than you have for some time! The new Moon works well for you and brings some projects to a successful head! You will finally reap some deserved rewards and the mood is positive! The only thing to remember now is to avoid getting caught up in others
malicious gossip.

Aquarius
January 21- February 19
More authority and responsibility is on offer this week and financial solutions are also heading your way! Ambitions are well aspected and others want to help and support. This is the start of a very rewarding phase where you will reap rewards for any patience and hard work you have been a party to of late.

Pisces
February 20 March 20
You may be feeling like a move or change this week, but uncharacteristically you are not likely to be thinking of doing anything without research and planning first! You are not keen to rush things just now but you are thinking ahead! The 12th opens up many pathways and you have much to be happy about.

Astral Peeks: September 2010 night sky guide and podcast
To help you learn about the southern night sky, Sydney Observatory provides a monthly audio guide/podcast, transcript of that audio, and a sky map or chart, go to http://www.sydneyobservatory.com.au/blog/ . This month’s audio sky guide is presented by Geoffrey Wyatt, Sydney Observatory’s Senior Astronomy Educator. You can listen online, or download the audio onto your iPod or mp3 player. A free monthly night sky map PDF also available, shows the stars, constellations and planets visible in the night sky from anywhere in Australia. For a year’s night sky maps and much more information, you can buy ‘The Australian sky guide’ book by Dr Nick Lomb at Sydney Observatory, Powerhouse Museum, good bookshops or through Powerhouse Publishing.