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October Overview
Lunations This Month:
This NEW MOON occurs on October 10, 2026, at 11:49:46 AM and features the Lights kissing in Libra. This is the sign of peace, harmony and justice! It is also the sign of negotiation and compromise. Be at peace as you move forward! With wide orb, it opposes retrograde Saturn in Aries. Learn from your past as you try to initiate. Stand on your truth and choose to be fair and unbiased when you decide to take a stand!
This FULL MOON occurs on October 26, 2026, at 12:11:31 AM and is in Taurus as it opposes the Scorpio Sun! They form a fixed T-square to Pluto in Aquarius and embrace in part, Chiron the wounded healer and Venus retrograde in Libra! Consider what sustains you in love and wellness and be open to new ideas and solutions. Do the research before you engage. Listen to the still small voice within you before you proceed!

September Retrograde Stations And Shifts
Many planets change signs this month! Some doors open and others close! Be observant of the changes that surround you and examine ALL without taking it personally!
Mercury Retrograde Alert! Mercury stations retrograde on October 24, 2026 at 3:12 AM and remains so until November 13, 2026 at 10:54 AM but is still in its shadow until the last day of November! Exercise caution! Use your psychic instinct and research before you invest in anything! Go deep!
Venus Retrograde Alert! Venus stations retrograde in Scorpio on October 3, 2026 at 03:16 AM and remains so until November 13, 2026 at 7:27 PM. It is interesting that both Mercury and Venus station direct on this evening. Venus will revisit Libra in this cycle, allowing passion, intimacy and romance to be reevaluated. It it is not in you, it will be all around you! Venus will still be in its shadow until December 16, 2026! Listen deeply and be aware of the motives and desires of others for the best result.
Neptune Retrograde Alert! Neptune retrograded in Aries on July 7, 2026 at 6:54 AM and remains so until December 12th, 2026 at 5:17 PM. Who are you REALLY! A time to reflect and bring forward some of your aspirations from the past. Ponder on the process more than the events.
Saturn Retrograde Alert! Saturn in Aries stationed retrograde on July 26, 2026 at 3:56 PM and remains so until December 10, 2026 at 6:31 PM! What have you established in the past that you desire to bring forward into the future? Do you define yourself from the past or are you wanting to launch the new you as you move forward? Be patient as your future unfolds and look for the signs!
Uranus Retrograde Alert! Uranus stations retrograde on the New Moon at 2:27 PM and remains so until February 6, 2027 at 7:29 AM! This is the planet of surprises and rules lightening bolts, hurricanes, revelations and even falling in love! It rules that which we cannot control including epiphanies! Ask yourself if you have been in these circumstances before and apply the lessons you have learned as you proceed!
Pluto Stations Direct in Aquarius! On October 17, 2026. Bring freedom and individuality forward! Restrictions will lift and your vision of the future will clarify itself! Honor ALL and maintain an altruistic attitude! CHEER!


ARIES MAR 20 - APR 20 - On the New Moon, your ruler, Mars is in Leo and forms a Grand Trine to both Neptune and Saturn in your sign and also accesses the Ascendant on the East Coast in Sagittarius! Be brave and confident and share your experiences and insights with others! It is also in square to Venus in Scorpio and opposing Pluto still retrograde in Aquarius! Independence and time for intimacy can be at odds in your relationships! Do the dance! On the full Moon, Mars is still in Leo and encouraging courage, loyalty and warmth! Be dramatic or be the cuddler or cuddlee! Enjoy!

TAURUS APR 20 - MAY 21 - On this New Moon, your ruler, Venus, is retrograde in Scorpio and conjunct Mercury in that sign! Psychic instinct is strong and also is the understanding of your patterns! This is great for journaling or spending time with those who love you deeply. On the Full Moon, Venus has retrograded back into Libra, and you may need to negotiate balance and be the peacemaker although it also opposes the Taurus Moon. You cannot ignore the facts or reality, but you can engage your wisdom freely! Implement!

GEMINI MAY 21 - JUN 21 - On the New Moon, your ruler, Mercury, is in Scorpio and encouraging you to assess your personal needs and desires. Be still. Ponder and re-evaluate your motives and the intentions of others. Manipulation will be clear to you. Put a few things on hold before you move forward. On the Full Moon, Mercury has stationed retrograde in Scorpio and is in square to Mars in Leo. Beware of false flattery and separate character from drama and flamboyance. Take relationships in stride and listen deep within for your answers. At least one hero may appear! Be thankful!

CANCER JUN 21 - JUL 22 - This New Moon features the Lights kissing in Libra. This is the sign of peace, harmony and justice! It is also the sign of negotiation and compromise. Be at peace as you move forward! With wide orb, it opposes retrograde Saturn in Aries. Learn from your past as you try to initiate. Stand on your truth and choose to be fair and unbiased when you decide to take a stand! Exercise compassion! This Full Moon is in Taurus as it opposes the Scorpio Sun! They form a fixed T-square to Pluto in Aquarius and embrace in part, Chiron the wounded healer and Venus retrograde in Libra! Consider what sustains you in love and wellness and be open to new ideas and solutions. Do the research before you engage. Listen to the still small voice within you before you proceed! Let intuition rule!!

LEO JUL 22 - AUG 2 - On the New Moon, the Lights are kissing in Libra! This is the sign of peace, harmony and justice! It is also the sign of negotiation and compromise. Let your good heart lead you well. You will feel like you have been here before! With wide orb, it opposes retrograde Saturn in Aries. Learn from your past as you try to initiate. Stand on your truth and choose to be fair and unbiased when you decide to take a stand! Roar when necessary! On the Full Moon, the Sun is in Scorpio opposing the Moon in Taurus! This fixed square encourages you to stand your ground, be informed and entertain the truth. Being dramatic wins the crowd!

VIRGO AUG 23 - SEP 22 - On the New Moon, your ruler, Mercury, is in Scorpio and encouraging you to assess your personal needs and desires. Analyze and ask questions! Look at all the details and any loopholes before you sign any documents. Shake hands only if that person is looking you straight in the eye! Thank me later! On the Full Moon, Mercury has stationed retrograde in Scorpio and is in square to Mars in Leo. Beware of false flattery and separate character from drama and flamboyance. Take relationships in stride and listen well before you respond or agree! Help others to view their options and investigate prior to major change! Counsel!

LIBRA SEP 23 - OCT 22 - Many Happy Solar Returns! This is your month! On the New Moon, your ruler, Venus, is retrograde in Scorpio and conjunct Mercury in that sign! Psychic instinct is strong and also is the understanding of your patterns as well as those of others. You may decide to publish or publicly speak on these matters. Your leadership role is strong in this cycle. On the Full Moon, Venus has retrograded back into your sign, and you may need to negotiate balance and be the peacemaker although it also opposes the Taurus Moon. Bullies can appear out of nowhere! Resist the desire to laugh! Listen intently and they will back up into the corner. Wait!

SCORPIO OCT 23 – NOV 22 - On the New Moon, Mars, your planet of event is in Leo and forms a Grand Trine to both Neptune and Saturn in your sign and also accesses the Ascendant on the East Coast in Sagittarius! Let others have the spotlight for now and philosophize later! Conflict may have moments of entertainment! Take it in stride. Pluto, your planet of Process is in a Fixed T-square to Venus retrograde in Scorpio and retrograde Chiron on the Anaretic degree of Aries! Pluto is also in trine to retrograde Uranus in Gemini. Be the rescuer when conflict arises. Let others answer for their own reactions and judgements. Let it go around again! Thank me later. On the Full Moon, Mars is still in Leo and encouraging courage, loyalty and warmth! Encourage others to wear this as a shield. Children and pets may reflect this! Be an active audience if the opportunity presents itself. Pluto has stationed direct in Aquarius and forms a Fixed T-Square to the Lights! Declarations can be quite dramatic. You will have three choices! Agree, disagree or agree to disagree! Walk the path of peace.

SAGITTARIUS NOV 22 - DEC 20 - On the New Moon, your ruler, Jupiter is in Leo and makes no aspects to the traditional planets! With a stretch of the orbs, it forms sweet sextiles to the Lights in Libra! Communion or meetings with others and agreements can be both enjoyable and profitable! A spirit of optimism prevails! On the Full Moon, Jupiter in Leo is in square to retrograde Mercury in Scorpio. Resources that have been hidden can be revealed. Issues about security can be a source of concern! What will be determined will benefit ALL!

CAPRICORN DEC 21 - JAN 19 - On the New Moon, your ruler, Saturn, is retrograde in Aries and in trine to Mars in Leo! Take the lion’s share of your accomplishments! Honor those who have supported you at this time! If you are called to teach or train others it will be refreshing and rewarding! On the Full Moon, Saturn forms no major aspects to the traditional planets! It may be time to rest on your laurels! Spend some time getting refreshed and organizing your personal life. Count your blessings and your treasures!

AQUARIUS JAN 20 – FEB 19 - On the New Moon, your ruler, Uranus, is retrograde in Gemini and forms a trine to retrograde Pluto in your sign and in sextile to Mars in Leo! Time to plan a reunion, gathering or an escape to recharge! Be sure to be the life of the party! You may be a bit surprised who will appear! On the Full Moon, Pluto in Aquarius has stationed direct and is still in trine to retrograde Uranus in Gemini! Good friends or coworkers may want to invite you to join them on a new project or venture! Certainly, consider it! Conversation and reconnections in this cycle can be enlightening! Helping others that are less than fortunate can be quite rewarding! Enjoy!

PISCES FEB 19 - MAR 19 - On the New Moon, your ruler, Neptune is retrograde in Aries is in sextile to retrograde Pluto in Aquarius and retrograde Uranus in Gemini! Remember who you are and what you strive to be! Honor the miracles in your life at this time and share them with others. Not exactly sure where you are headed next? Ponder, consider and take the first step to create whom you are becoming! Do you want to make music again or bring back the arts and creativity in your past? Revisit! On the Full Moon, this continues! As the holidays approach you may want to celebrate the traditions and reunions of the past! Just DO IT! Celebrate Thanksgiving even before it arrives! Thank me later!

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