Written by Elizabeth Hazel (copyright 2014)
Events: Mercury enters Cancer (13th), Jupiter enters Leo (16th), Venus enters Cancer (18th)
[All times are given in EDT]
SUNDAY July 13: The Venus-Mars-North Node trine is exact today, with Mars and Vesta conjunct the North Node. The energy from this powerful grouping saturates the entire weekend. The Moon is just past fullness in Aquarius, and makes no aspects today. The Venus-Mars contact emphasizes love, mutual interests, balancing mutual interests, and romantic and intellectual connections. Mercury enters Cancer and gains speed as he races to catch up with the Sun. After the extended retrograde transit of his own sign, Gemini, Mercury's journey through Cancer emphasizes a heightened flow of information and intuitive signals. The Sun is sesquiquadrate Neptune; family matters require solutions, and travel arrangements have to accommodate multiple schedules. New acquaintances make tentative forays into pre-existing groups and must learn names and how to fit in. Venus-Mars confer extra charm and attraction, so it's a great day to make introductions, or bring new friends home to meet the family.
MONDAY July 14: The Aquarius Moon forms a Grand Trine with Mars and Venus from 1:30 to 3:30 pm and goes void-of-course. This extends the weekend's social and romantic vibes one more day. Moon-Venus-Mars give good interpersonal harmony, mutual interests, and social ease in groups. People become happier when their skills are valued and they feel welcome in groups or new environments. This is a superb day for meetings and making arrangements with multiple individuals. Mercury sesquiquadrates Saturn. As individuals are drawn into fresh situations, they have to sort out the pre-existing tacit rules of the group. Ceres makes her conjunction to the North Node. This can be quite fateful and decisive. Individuals who pick up on this energy may end or walk away from unacceptable conditions and refuse to return. Ceres can be associated with periods of exile. It also can signify the acquisition of jobs in helping professions or as support staff. The Moon enters Pisces at 10:40 pm.
TUESDAY July 15: The Pisces Moon trines Mercury at 2:07 am and is conjunct Neptune at 10:25 am. The Sun is parallel Mercury. This combination of early morning aspects turns the focus to people who are enacting important issues for the collective. It may also generate vivid dream images that illuminate particularly important images from the subconscious mind. Mars is conjunct Vesta. This combination can intensify violence, attacks, or assaults driven by ideological ideas. It can represent attacks on religious communities, as Vesta in Libra is a symbol of convents and groups of nuns (like Vestal Virgins). Mars is also connected to professions that involve intense heat and fires, like glass-blowing, baking, and foundry work. Vesta represents the sacred fires that burn as a symbol of a city's protection. Some sacred fires have been re-lit over the past decade; so the Mars-Vesta conjunction can certainly represent ceremonies and rituals that involve the lighting of sacred fires. The Moon sextiles Pluto at 6:08 pm, emphasizing formalities or procedures that are followed in ritual and ceremonial activities. People have to fill out forms, audition, or make applications to be accepted, chosen, or allowed to join into groups and organizations.
WEDNESDAY July 16: Jupiter enters Leo at 6:30 am. Although it's not as comfortable as Cancer, Jupiter likes occupying fiery signs. For some, this sign-change will be a big improvement over Jupiter in Cancer. Fire signs long for independence, freedom, and self-determination. Leo generates inspired creativity and fans the flames of ambition. The introverted Cancerian focus on home and family shifts to Leonine performances, fame and getting attention, individuality, fun, love affairs, and children. The Sun squares the Nodes. This underscores the tipping point between self-interest and cooperation with others. People can go along with the crowd, or choose to follow their own star. The Sun and Jupiter are in mutual reception for the next seven days. The impulse to be true to one's authentic self will be very strong. The Pisces Moon trines the Sun at 2:13 pm. Deep emotions rise to the surface, making it easier to identify fears and uncertainties that prevent forward movement. Cancer clings to safety and familiarity, and sometimes prefers to be insulated from hard realities. But making changes involves some level of risk! Jupiter in Leo revels in risks, testing luck, and taking chances. The Moon squares Venus at 8:57 pm and goes void-of-course. Choosing a course in life involves evaluating options and weighing how those choices will affect current personal situations as well as other people. Some will need to have serious discussions with loved ones this evening. Risks always need evaluation; some are worth it, and some aren't.
THURSDAY July 17: The Moon enters Aries at 12:07 am, and trines Jupiter in Leo at 12:24 am. This is the first Moon-Jupiter aspect in fire signs, so lots of new things are being generated. Fire signs stir up enthusiasm for innovation and adventure. The Moon forms a T-square with Mercury and Pluto from 8:20-8:40 am. Drive cautiously, and beware of temper tantrums and road rage! This is a very brief lunar T-square, but it only takes a second to have an accident. Venus quintiles Uranus, a futuristic and visionary combination. People proceed alone on quests if necessary. Venus longs for beauty, meaning, and fulfillment, and inspires people to follow their hearts toward achieving their deepest desires. With both Moon and Uranus in Aries today, there's a powerful impulse to explore the unknown for possibilities. People leap past boundaries and think outside of the box.
FRIDAY July 18: Venus enters Cancer at 10:06 am in close proximity to Mercury. This planetary pair work well together, and foster new relationships, social activities, and generate outlets for all kinds of talents. Mercury-Venus occupy the Moon's sign, so there's also a focus on intuition, psychic abilities, and plumbing the depths of emotion. This is fabulous for anyone in the arts, as new images and ideas bubble up from hidden corners of the psyche. The Aries Moon continues to convey a restless, energetic, and adventurous energy. After the sun sets, the Moon enters into a T-square with the Sun and Mars-Vesta from 10:00-10:30 pm. Its a brief T-square, but this Sun-Mars combination is highly aggressive and can flare up without warning. Sudden accidents and fires are possible. These planets exchange receptions, which makes it very easy for the Moon to funnel angry, defensive, territorial alpha-dog behaviors and hyper-sensitive touchiness from the Sun-Mars testosterone overload. It can trigger nasty fights and explosive tempers. Be cautious through the evening hours!
It is possible (and preferable) to channel this Sun-Mars energy into worthwhile and acceptable outlets. Some can focus this on athletic endeavors or intense physical exertions, Vesta prefers peace, and in some cases, level-headed individuals can mediate disputes. The Moon goes void-of-course after she exits the T-square.
SATURDAY July 19: The Moon enters Taurus at 4:43 am. The Moon and Venus are in mutual reception for the next few days, and both prefer peace and comfort. Mercury trines Neptune, continuing the impulse toward artistry and visionary inspiration. The Moon sextiles Venus (6:34 am), a powerful combination for beauty, sex, and fertility. The Sun squares Mars. This is a big contrast to the peace-loving Moon-Venus combination! Sports matches and physical contests are a form of ritualized violence, and an acceptable outlet for Mars's warrior energies. Venus is sesquiquadrate Saturn, giving an emphasis on rules and referees. Motivations for contests can be very diverse: some compete for glory and the win, others compete because they enjoy joining in a team effort, and others compete because its a chance to use and test one's own physical capabilities to the limits. The Venus-Saturn aspect highlights the motivations behind the action. The Moon sextiles Neptune and Mercury through the evening hours (5:30 – 8:00 pm). This is quite nice for social gatherings, live performances, and any kind of artistic performances and presentations. Neptune adds a little magic, and Mercury has speed, dexterity, and great moves. The Taurus Moon draws in multi-cultural influences, so theme parties and dinners that feature interesting foreign foods will be a hit with guests. Dancing will also be a pleasing activity tonight, and it's an acceptable outlet for those dominant Sun-Mars energies.
Sun Sign Horoscopes
Aries: Relationships and choices in dealings with others are at the forefront. After Wednesday, the urge for freedom, creativity, and fresh ventures propels you forward. Temper can be touchy as the weekend arrives. Great, energetic activities or labors change the domestic landscape.
Taurus: A new, improved outlet for your skills is underway as the week begins. Intense concentration helps you work at full speed. After Wednesday, your focus shifts to traveling and people visiting from distant places. News pours in from friends in diverse locations.
Gemini: You proceed into the week with harmonious relationships and creative endeavors at full steam. Past achievements and recommendations generate new commissions. Work involve projects on a vast scale. Conflicts may arise over money or the use of resources.
Cancer: Family matters involve legal and property decisions or agreements. If ties to the past are severed, considerations about compelling future options are required. People you care about join you in travels and visits. Great efforts are invested in fulfilling visions over the weekend.
Leo: Many discussions surround transitions in people's relationships as the week starts. Attend to car repairs. You may resist involvement in other's problems, as the desire for independence and adventure surges midweek. It's time to meet new people, take risks, and seek inspiration.
Virgo: You discover new friends who share your professional interests. A debt is finally paid this week. Contradictory or conflicting goals slow you down midweek. People close to you make sudden changes after Thursday. This is acceptable unless it makes more work for you.
Libra: You may be in the process of inventing a delightful future for yourself. It may be necessary to let go of trappings from the past. Most of the week may be a long chain of decisions. Different worldviews can be a source of conflict or misunderstandings.
Scorpio: Financial and property changes help you resolve looming questions. Foresight and ingenuity are required to attend to hidden details to avoid future problems. Relatives may struggle as the weekend arrives. You may choose to retreat to restore your inner balance.
Sagittarius: Transitions in money matters, insurance, pensions, or group/family assets require your attention. By midweek, your focus shifts to important projects, commitments, and goals you must reach in the future. You can make enormous strides toward these after Thursday.
Capricorn: It's easier for you to feel stable and harmonious if the people around you are happily occupied. Differences of opinion test your alliances in the world. If a strategy isn't working, it may be time to end it. Discuss your concerns in private; evaluate acceptable risks.
Aquarius: A blueprint for the future is your guide. It's up to you to follow through. Connect with experts who understand the system and can give you aid and advice. Acknowledge the burdens others are carrying. Look for things you can handle on your own to help reduce the load.
Pisces: Changes taking place now offer glimmers of opportunity, depending on who you know. You fare well by connecting with good friends and swimming in social waters this week. New creative projects are offered. Special pleasures are in reach on Saturday evening.
Need help figuring out where your life is going? Contact Liz for a private consultation!
Events: Mercury enters Cancer (13th), Jupiter enters Leo (16th), Venus enters Cancer (18th)
[All times are given in EDT]
SUNDAY July 13: The Venus-Mars-North Node trine is exact today, with Mars and Vesta conjunct the North Node. The energy from this powerful grouping saturates the entire weekend. The Moon is just past fullness in Aquarius, and makes no aspects today. The Venus-Mars contact emphasizes love, mutual interests, balancing mutual interests, and romantic and intellectual connections. Mercury enters Cancer and gains speed as he races to catch up with the Sun. After the extended retrograde transit of his own sign, Gemini, Mercury's journey through Cancer emphasizes a heightened flow of information and intuitive signals. The Sun is sesquiquadrate Neptune; family matters require solutions, and travel arrangements have to accommodate multiple schedules. New acquaintances make tentative forays into pre-existing groups and must learn names and how to fit in. Venus-Mars confer extra charm and attraction, so it's a great day to make introductions, or bring new friends home to meet the family.
MONDAY July 14: The Aquarius Moon forms a Grand Trine with Mars and Venus from 1:30 to 3:30 pm and goes void-of-course. This extends the weekend's social and romantic vibes one more day. Moon-Venus-Mars give good interpersonal harmony, mutual interests, and social ease in groups. People become happier when their skills are valued and they feel welcome in groups or new environments. This is a superb day for meetings and making arrangements with multiple individuals. Mercury sesquiquadrates Saturn. As individuals are drawn into fresh situations, they have to sort out the pre-existing tacit rules of the group. Ceres makes her conjunction to the North Node. This can be quite fateful and decisive. Individuals who pick up on this energy may end or walk away from unacceptable conditions and refuse to return. Ceres can be associated with periods of exile. It also can signify the acquisition of jobs in helping professions or as support staff. The Moon enters Pisces at 10:40 pm.
TUESDAY July 15: The Pisces Moon trines Mercury at 2:07 am and is conjunct Neptune at 10:25 am. The Sun is parallel Mercury. This combination of early morning aspects turns the focus to people who are enacting important issues for the collective. It may also generate vivid dream images that illuminate particularly important images from the subconscious mind. Mars is conjunct Vesta. This combination can intensify violence, attacks, or assaults driven by ideological ideas. It can represent attacks on religious communities, as Vesta in Libra is a symbol of convents and groups of nuns (like Vestal Virgins). Mars is also connected to professions that involve intense heat and fires, like glass-blowing, baking, and foundry work. Vesta represents the sacred fires that burn as a symbol of a city's protection. Some sacred fires have been re-lit over the past decade; so the Mars-Vesta conjunction can certainly represent ceremonies and rituals that involve the lighting of sacred fires. The Moon sextiles Pluto at 6:08 pm, emphasizing formalities or procedures that are followed in ritual and ceremonial activities. People have to fill out forms, audition, or make applications to be accepted, chosen, or allowed to join into groups and organizations.
WEDNESDAY July 16: Jupiter enters Leo at 6:30 am. Although it's not as comfortable as Cancer, Jupiter likes occupying fiery signs. For some, this sign-change will be a big improvement over Jupiter in Cancer. Fire signs long for independence, freedom, and self-determination. Leo generates inspired creativity and fans the flames of ambition. The introverted Cancerian focus on home and family shifts to Leonine performances, fame and getting attention, individuality, fun, love affairs, and children. The Sun squares the Nodes. This underscores the tipping point between self-interest and cooperation with others. People can go along with the crowd, or choose to follow their own star. The Sun and Jupiter are in mutual reception for the next seven days. The impulse to be true to one's authentic self will be very strong. The Pisces Moon trines the Sun at 2:13 pm. Deep emotions rise to the surface, making it easier to identify fears and uncertainties that prevent forward movement. Cancer clings to safety and familiarity, and sometimes prefers to be insulated from hard realities. But making changes involves some level of risk! Jupiter in Leo revels in risks, testing luck, and taking chances. The Moon squares Venus at 8:57 pm and goes void-of-course. Choosing a course in life involves evaluating options and weighing how those choices will affect current personal situations as well as other people. Some will need to have serious discussions with loved ones this evening. Risks always need evaluation; some are worth it, and some aren't.
THURSDAY July 17: The Moon enters Aries at 12:07 am, and trines Jupiter in Leo at 12:24 am. This is the first Moon-Jupiter aspect in fire signs, so lots of new things are being generated. Fire signs stir up enthusiasm for innovation and adventure. The Moon forms a T-square with Mercury and Pluto from 8:20-8:40 am. Drive cautiously, and beware of temper tantrums and road rage! This is a very brief lunar T-square, but it only takes a second to have an accident. Venus quintiles Uranus, a futuristic and visionary combination. People proceed alone on quests if necessary. Venus longs for beauty, meaning, and fulfillment, and inspires people to follow their hearts toward achieving their deepest desires. With both Moon and Uranus in Aries today, there's a powerful impulse to explore the unknown for possibilities. People leap past boundaries and think outside of the box.
FRIDAY July 18: Venus enters Cancer at 10:06 am in close proximity to Mercury. This planetary pair work well together, and foster new relationships, social activities, and generate outlets for all kinds of talents. Mercury-Venus occupy the Moon's sign, so there's also a focus on intuition, psychic abilities, and plumbing the depths of emotion. This is fabulous for anyone in the arts, as new images and ideas bubble up from hidden corners of the psyche. The Aries Moon continues to convey a restless, energetic, and adventurous energy. After the sun sets, the Moon enters into a T-square with the Sun and Mars-Vesta from 10:00-10:30 pm. Its a brief T-square, but this Sun-Mars combination is highly aggressive and can flare up without warning. Sudden accidents and fires are possible. These planets exchange receptions, which makes it very easy for the Moon to funnel angry, defensive, territorial alpha-dog behaviors and hyper-sensitive touchiness from the Sun-Mars testosterone overload. It can trigger nasty fights and explosive tempers. Be cautious through the evening hours!
It is possible (and preferable) to channel this Sun-Mars energy into worthwhile and acceptable outlets. Some can focus this on athletic endeavors or intense physical exertions, Vesta prefers peace, and in some cases, level-headed individuals can mediate disputes. The Moon goes void-of-course after she exits the T-square.
SATURDAY July 19: The Moon enters Taurus at 4:43 am. The Moon and Venus are in mutual reception for the next few days, and both prefer peace and comfort. Mercury trines Neptune, continuing the impulse toward artistry and visionary inspiration. The Moon sextiles Venus (6:34 am), a powerful combination for beauty, sex, and fertility. The Sun squares Mars. This is a big contrast to the peace-loving Moon-Venus combination! Sports matches and physical contests are a form of ritualized violence, and an acceptable outlet for Mars's warrior energies. Venus is sesquiquadrate Saturn, giving an emphasis on rules and referees. Motivations for contests can be very diverse: some compete for glory and the win, others compete because they enjoy joining in a team effort, and others compete because its a chance to use and test one's own physical capabilities to the limits. The Venus-Saturn aspect highlights the motivations behind the action. The Moon sextiles Neptune and Mercury through the evening hours (5:30 – 8:00 pm). This is quite nice for social gatherings, live performances, and any kind of artistic performances and presentations. Neptune adds a little magic, and Mercury has speed, dexterity, and great moves. The Taurus Moon draws in multi-cultural influences, so theme parties and dinners that feature interesting foreign foods will be a hit with guests. Dancing will also be a pleasing activity tonight, and it's an acceptable outlet for those dominant Sun-Mars energies.
Sun Sign Horoscopes
Aries: Relationships and choices in dealings with others are at the forefront. After Wednesday, the urge for freedom, creativity, and fresh ventures propels you forward. Temper can be touchy as the weekend arrives. Great, energetic activities or labors change the domestic landscape.
Taurus: A new, improved outlet for your skills is underway as the week begins. Intense concentration helps you work at full speed. After Wednesday, your focus shifts to traveling and people visiting from distant places. News pours in from friends in diverse locations.
Gemini: You proceed into the week with harmonious relationships and creative endeavors at full steam. Past achievements and recommendations generate new commissions. Work involve projects on a vast scale. Conflicts may arise over money or the use of resources.
Cancer: Family matters involve legal and property decisions or agreements. If ties to the past are severed, considerations about compelling future options are required. People you care about join you in travels and visits. Great efforts are invested in fulfilling visions over the weekend.
Leo: Many discussions surround transitions in people's relationships as the week starts. Attend to car repairs. You may resist involvement in other's problems, as the desire for independence and adventure surges midweek. It's time to meet new people, take risks, and seek inspiration.
Virgo: You discover new friends who share your professional interests. A debt is finally paid this week. Contradictory or conflicting goals slow you down midweek. People close to you make sudden changes after Thursday. This is acceptable unless it makes more work for you.
Libra: You may be in the process of inventing a delightful future for yourself. It may be necessary to let go of trappings from the past. Most of the week may be a long chain of decisions. Different worldviews can be a source of conflict or misunderstandings.
Scorpio: Financial and property changes help you resolve looming questions. Foresight and ingenuity are required to attend to hidden details to avoid future problems. Relatives may struggle as the weekend arrives. You may choose to retreat to restore your inner balance.
Sagittarius: Transitions in money matters, insurance, pensions, or group/family assets require your attention. By midweek, your focus shifts to important projects, commitments, and goals you must reach in the future. You can make enormous strides toward these after Thursday.
Capricorn: It's easier for you to feel stable and harmonious if the people around you are happily occupied. Differences of opinion test your alliances in the world. If a strategy isn't working, it may be time to end it. Discuss your concerns in private; evaluate acceptable risks.
Aquarius: A blueprint for the future is your guide. It's up to you to follow through. Connect with experts who understand the system and can give you aid and advice. Acknowledge the burdens others are carrying. Look for things you can handle on your own to help reduce the load.
Pisces: Changes taking place now offer glimmers of opportunity, depending on who you know. You fare well by connecting with good friends and swimming in social waters this week. New creative projects are offered. Special pleasures are in reach on Saturday evening.
Need help figuring out where your life is going? Contact Liz for a private consultation!