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Date: 2009-12-31 11:49:21

Aphrodette's January 2010 Newsletter

January 2010 Horoscope

LUNATIONS

NEW MOON SOLAR ECLIPSE occurs on January 15, 210 at 02:11:23 AM EST
The Lights are kissing in Capricorn and conjunct both the Head of the Dragon and Venus on this Solar Eclipse as they join in a sweet sextile to Uranus in Pisces! That which we identify with and have established will be overshadowed with our desire to be both parents and children of this orb called Earth. Venus in Capricorn speaks of love in terms of responsibility. Often tough love is needed to apply discipline to our creative and intuitive forces. Retrograde Mercury in Capricorn conjoins Pluto as they form a dual square with Saturn in Libra on the Eclipse. The questions will be raised as to how much regulation, protection and justice for all can be re-established in this time of rebirthing - which is upon us!

FULL MOON occurs on January 30, 2010 at 01:17:35 AM EST
This Full Moon in Leo is conjunct retrograde Mars and in opposition to both the Sun and Venus in Aquarius. The creativity of this cycle is astounding! Art and intellect blend in ingenious and dramatic ways in this cycle on a Global scale! Personal struggles are seen between a desire to possess but to maintain our individuality as new opportunities arise. Lifestyles, relationships and careers will all be under scrutiny to determine if they illuminate and fulfill our sense of Higher Purpose. Good causes and altruistic aims will be strongly demonstrated in the media - even in the new video games and dramas that emerge in this cycle. Be ready for a wild ride filled with sensory overload!

PLANETARY ALERTS!

Mercury Retrograde Alert!
Mercury will retrograde in Capricorn on December 26, 2009 at 09:38 AM EST and will station direct on January 15, 2010 at 11:52 AM EST. During retrograde Mercury in any sign it is always best to exercise extreme caution in signing contracts, investing in products or projects and working with detailed plans for the future. With this Mercury retrograde in Capricorn, going over past projects with a thorough demeanor can allow you to catch errors and learn some lessons as you do proceed after the retrograde has passed. In tense conversations or dealing with financial competition or romantic adversaries - retreat is often an excellent idea! Try to follow all rules, regulations - and even speed limits whenever possible! Capricorn also rules the bones - more specifically the knees and ankles - as well as the teeth. If you have has issues with these focal points in the body, you may find yourself back at the chiropractor or dentist's office!

Mars Stations Retrograde on its scenic tour through Leo!
Mars is going to be in Leo for a very long time! Mars in Leo is sunny, bright, generous and warm! It will call us to pursue our heart's desire as it stays in the sign of Leo as long as it can stay in any sign until early summer 2010! Mars made it entrance into Leo on October 16, 2009 at 11:32 AM and will station retrograde on December 20, 2009 at 08:27 AM EST and will not station direct until March 10, 2010 at 12:47 PM EST. Mars will complete its tour of Leo on June 7, 2010 at 02:11 AM!

Courage and bravery will infuse each of us in different ways. Purr or roar in this cycle! You choose! The dramatic arts and appreciation and decoration of heroes in all walks of life are seen! Be sure to demonstrate your love and loyalty in this rare cycle! Remember that the sign of the Lion can also be proud, arrogant and ferocious! Know when to pounce and when to pull your claws back in! Throughout this amazing cycle, Mars will be in and out of its shadow and you will witness much passive-aggressive behavior in your dealings with others. Present your creativity with courage but demonstrate your wisdom in knowing that this is a territorial cycle for many. Try not to step on anyone's tail!

Saturn Retrograde Alert!
Saturn, the Great Teacher of the zodiac, stations retrograde on January 13, 2010 at 10:56 AM EST and will remain so until May 29, 2010 at 02:08 AM. During its retrograde it remains in square to Pluto in Capricorn. These ponderous planets on a grand scale indicate much change in legislature, corporate responsibility and the League of Nations. Litigations that appear in view of the public can suffer from delays and reputations and liabilities of those in a position of power may be re-examined. A long look back at history in other recessions and the impact of progress through revolutionary ingenuity is also seen. Strategies to deal with the war on terror will also be re-established on a Global scale.

The Month Ahead For Each Sign!

ARIES MAR 20 - APR 20
On the Solar Eclipse, your ruler, Mars, is retrograde in Leo and is particularly active with the asteroids - but not any major planets or luminaries. Mars does form a square to Pallas Athena and is in a Grand Trine with Ceres in Sagittarius and Juno in your sign. By wide orb, it opposes, Chiron in Aquarius. Relationships and dialogues with those from your past can certainly come back to haunt you. During this Eclipse, it will be easier for you to identify with the lessons learned than to hold others responsible for those hurts you have not healed. This is a cosmic gift! This Full Moon is conjunct your ruler as it opposes the Sun and Venus in Aquarius. Honest and loyal communication can flourish in this cycle.

TAURUS APR 20 - MAY 21
Your ruler, Venus, is in Capricorn kissing the Head of the Dragon and the Lights and in sextile to Uranus in Pisces on the Solar Eclipse. Expect to see much poetic justice in those persons and circumstances that surround you. You will feel a healthy respect for standards of excellence in products or services. If you have been considering changing your doctor, dentist or hair stylist you will seek greater response-ability from those you choose to do business with. At Full Moon, your ruler has moved on into Aquarius and is kissing the Sun as it opposes both the Leo Moon and Mars retrograde. Blending the insight of both heart and head is crucial in this cycle. You may want to be admired for your desirability as well as your wit! Friendships flex with strength now and are the muscle behind ponderous decisions.

GEMINI MAY 21 - JUN 21
This Solar Eclipse finds your ruler, Mercury, still retrograde until later in the day! Retrograde Mercury is conjoined to Pluto in Capricorn at the time of the Eclipse and in square to Saturn, now retrograde in Libra. Expect to get caught up in the analysis of what is fair and what is not. Expect to think and think again about decisions you have made in the past that either lacked or demonstrated good judgment. At Full Moon, your ruler is now direct in Capricorn and lined up with the Head of the Dragon. If you have been considering taking a stand either personally or professionally, this is a good cycle to do it. Do not be intimidated by others need for sympathy, but rather stick to the issues at hand to be victorious. DO follow the rules, laws and even speed limits! If you fudge, you see the judge!

CANCER JUN 21 - JUL 22
The Cosmos choosing Venus as your companion as your ruler, the Moon, eclipses the Sun seems so very just! With so many planets in Capricorn, your opposite sign, this is your lowest biorhythmic cycle, so you will feel enhanced even if you face security issues by keeping your allies close. The Moon in Capricorn also forms a sextile to Uranus in Pisces which can may for pleasant and unexpected surprises and revelations. At Full Moon, your ruler is in Leo conjoined to retrograde Mars as they both oppose the Sun and Venus in Aquarius. This is a better time to be the counselor than the hero. Courageous acts are born of support rather than strategy. Your healing power lies in the clever expression of your ideas and ideals, It is through concept and wisdom that you make progress now.

LEO JUL 22 - AUG 22
So! Your ruler is Eclipsed. What you will discover is that your identity is undergoing growth and change. Take a long look at how your concepts regarding emotional responsiveness and committed love were formed. This is an excellent time for enlightenment on a more reflective than radiant level. Many pensive revelations are seen as your ruler, the Sun is in sextile to Uranus in Pisces. At Full Moon, your ruler is kissing Venus in Aquarius as it opposes both the Moon and retrograde Mars in your sign. Rest on any decision to commit either in relationship or career opportunity as the cost of losing your independence may be a bit high. It is wise to keep and escape hatch open in this cycle. DO be warm and interested and even profound - but be sure to keep others guessing just a little!

VIRGO AUG 23 - SEP 22
On this Solar Eclipse, your ruler, Mercury, is retrograde in Capricorn, kissing Pluto and in square to retrograde Saturn in Libra. This is the perfect time to consider the many mentors that have been in your life. It is through this soul searching that you will become a mentor to others through this coming year. Your ability to become part of the solution is enhanced because the parade of planets in Capricorn compliments your sign. At Full Moon, your ruler is now direct in Capricorn and conjunct the Head of the Dragon. Games with strategy can have appeal as can stimulating conversations around politics and policies! Be careful you do not get in too deep! Practical and down to Earth advice will be appreciated but it must be delivered with compassion for best results!

LIBRA SEP 23 - OCT 23
Your ruler, Venus, is in Capricorn conjoining the Lights at the time of the Solar Eclipse as it is proximal to the Head of the Dragon. Love may be presenting new responsibilities such as care of parents or additional children being born into the family. This is your cycle to share in this responsibility with a healthy strategy. It is important for you to keep your balance. If you need help, find it! Difficulties with local travel can spring up out of nowhere! Give yourself extra time to get where you are going. At Full Moon, your ruler has moved on into Aquarius and is kissing the Sun as it opposes both the Full Moon and retrograde Mars in Leo! USE YOUR MENTAL FORCES TO OVERCOME UNNECESSARY DRAMA! Risk impromptu rhetoric rather than your health or peace of mind! Forces of Light feed your sense of justice now.

SCORPIO OCT 23 - NOV 22
Yes, you are caught between a rock and a hard place. Does it feel as if you have been here before? Is history repeating itself? Your planet of Process, Pluto, is in Capricorn being approached by retrograde Mercury in that sign and in square to Saturn retrograde in Libra. Your planet of event, Mars, is retrograde in Leo, and by wide orb, opposing Chiron in Aquarius. DO ponder the past to more deeply understand what you have learned. Healing is possible but only if you take it step by step. This Full Moon in Leo is conjunct retrograde Mars in Leo and opposing the Sun and Venus in Aquarius. Through higher mind you seek and find provocative solutions to get "unstuck". Possibilities and innovations in technology can be critical tools in your future. Do not be afraid to progress - even if others are doubtful!

SAGITTARIUS NOV 22 - DEC 21
On this Solar Eclipse, your ruler, Jupiter hangs on in the last degree of Aquarius before it enters Pisces. This is a time to merge intellect with creative possibility. What do you envision for your future? Who will you take on the road to your success? Jupiter makes no major angles to planets or luminaries in this cycle. Remember that your immunity only stays in place in solitude. Many others will struggle as you witness. At Full Moon, your ruler has moved on into Pisces for the next year and is forming a sweet sextile to Pluto in Capricorn. Keep the status quo just now. It is a time to go with the flow and allow your personality out to play in new ways. Subtlety can get you big points! Listen well and be a bit mysterious! Smile more for no reason and others will naturally seek you out for friendship as well as opportunity.

CAPRICORN DEC 21 - JAN 20
Many Happy Solar Returns, Capricorn! This is your month! On the Solar Eclipse, your ruler, Saturn, is retrograde in Libra and forming a dynamic square to both retrograde Mercury and Pluto in your sign! Only open your mouth if it empowers you and you have proof or documentation!!! Try not to watch too many tear jerkers on television or at the movies as the unfairness of the World can really get you down. Balance with humor and executing your sense of purpose in real time! At Full Moon, retrograde Saturn is still in square to Pluto in Capricorn but it is forming a trine to the Aquarian Sun. Although many of the rules that are in place can make you feel somewhat claustrophobic, new ideas keep coming in for evaluation. Be sure to use your sense of duty and justice to work towards positive change in the future. You are definitely not alone!

AQUARIUS JAN 20 - FEB 19
Your ruler, Uranus, is in Pisces all month and actually quite quiet! On the Solar Eclipse, it lightens up the drama by forming a sweet sextile to the Lights, Venus and the Head of the Dragon in Capricorn. Your sense of humor and knack for provocative thought can quell the voices of discontent and the gloom bringers! Go for it! The Full Moon in Leo conjoins retrograde Mars as it opposes both the Sun and Venus in your sign! Seek a great audience for you antics and your innovative ideas and you are all set in this cycle. Allies need not be at your elbow at all times. Some of your greatest allies are those who taught you bits of philosophy long ago. Share it now! Your ruler, Uranus does form a trine to the Tail of the Dragon. Wild rides can be very entertaining! Enjoy!

PISCES FEB 19 - MAR 20
Your ruler, Neptune, is in Aquarius all month and very quiet! It is still cushioned between Chiron and Jupiter in a profound conjunction of healing and prosperity. Dream big! A desire to be there for family and extended family is seen. Be sure to be the helper and not the martyr. At Full Moon, the conjunction is still in place but Jupiter, the planet of good fortune and abundance has moved into your sign for a full year! Your spiritual gifts will magnify themselves and you may become very sensitive to your surroundings. Spend some time in solitude to regroup. Jupiter can be a great blessing but you can also receive too much of a good thing. Beware obsessions with substances and persons. Moderation will be the key as this year unfolds!