ALACAZEM 2011.12.16

16 Dec ALACAZEM 2011.12.16

 December 15 to 22, 2011

Visible Planets: Morning: Mercury, Mars and Saturn  Evening: Venus and Jupiter

Aries (Mar. 20-Apr.19)
With both Mercury and Uranus now moving direct in fire signs, you may feel more invigorated and excited about life than you have in months. Cool your jets and take a deep breath. Good luck Jupiter moving through Taurus favors patience and practicality. Impulsive, impatient, compulsive actions hurt and harm more than help and hurry. Take it easy.

Taurus (Apr. 20-May 20)
Benevolent Jupiter entered Taurus in early June and has been shining its glimmering rays upon you all summer and fall. Retrograde since late August, it is now stationary direct at 0º and will soon move forward to retrace its steps. As situations and opportunities re-present themselves, you’ll be given the golden, good fortune to do and get it right. Good luck!

Gemini (May 21-June 21)
Fresh on the heels of the recent Gemini/Sagittarius lunar eclipse, you may feel a bit overwhelmed or over-taxed. Powerful spiritual mandates and perceptual awakenings are attempting to pull you out of old, dysfunctional behaviors that do nothing to inspire creation or evolve consciousness. Let go of fear and embrace faith. It’s simply the way to go.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)
As you wrap up the last week of autumn and prepare for Winter Solstice, take time out to show appreciation for partners and mates. Craft a gift, home-bake cookies or prepare a delectable meal for someone you love. Friends and holiday parties prove both inspirational and fun. Good things come to those who get out and share the holiday spirit. Enjoy the joy!

Leo (July 23-Aug.22)
The last week of fellow fire-sign Sagittarius uplifts and inspires lion-hearted Lions to give the ultimate gift of spirit: forgiveness. Tapping into angelic realms and awakening to our short, human-life journey on planet Earth moves you to a place of peace and grace. Be the ever-shining star you are, share the love and feel the wealth of a free and happy heart.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep.22)
Motivational Mars in your sign continues to motivate action and stimulate desire, while spiritually generous Jupiter keeps you positive and enthusiastic when it comes to present options and future possibilities. Accepting life on life’s terms, taking it one day at a time and remaining grounded and persevering will get you there. Stay on task and in the now.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 22)
Love and money planet Venus in late Capricorn squares disciplined Saturn in Libra this week, asking you to ease up a bit when it comes to family relationships and issues of personal financial security. The good news is that you are taking good care of yourself and others must walk their own path, regardless of what you do or say. Focus on goodness.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22)
Autumn winds its way to winter this week, bringing the season of darkness to fruition. Solstice gifts us with lengthening days and increasing light, both physically and metaphysically. Illuminate the window of spirit via inner work. Observe internal dialogues and adjust them like a tuner on a fine piano. What you think becomes reality.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 20)
With the holidays in full swing and your birthday month on the wane, you may feel the sentiment and nostalgia of Christmas’ past or days gone by. Embrace the moment and discover the power of the eternal now. The future is created in the present, so living and being your best is all you have to do. Be kind to yourself and good to others. Share love with friends.

Capricorn (Dec. 21-Jan. 19)
Voluptuous Venus in your sign squares serious Saturn in lovely Libra before it moves into neighboring Aquarius this week, giving you just the magic you need when it comes to getting what you want. Just make sure you want it! Refrain from manipulative behaviors, simply plant the seed and let the universe take care of its manifestation. Be sweet and give love.

Aquarius (Jan. 19-Feb. 18)
Numinous Neptune in your sign trines taskmaster Saturn in Libra and semi-sextiles Venus in neighboring Capricorn this week, encouraging maturity, self-discipline and restraint when it comes to relationships. A positive, forgiving approach works best when it comes to others. Use the reins only on yourself and practice the art of compassion with the world.

Pisces (Feb. 18-Mar. 20)
Autumn ends on winter solstice, when night is longest and day is shortest. This week, utilize the depth and power of darkness as you explore heartfelt desire. Feel your most precious inner hopes and dreams and imagine yourself living them. Identifying what you want is the magic key to getting it. Start a journal or create a vision board, keep the faith!
Cynthia is a third generation astrologer living in the high mountain desert of the American Southwest. Visit her website @ www.alacazem.com.