AstroDreams
By Cortney Litwin/Staff Writer
Mars teams up with Jupiter on April 7-8, an energizing influence for education, legal activities and philanthropy. On the 7th through 10th, a heavy Venus-sun-Saturn collision brings up commitment and self-esteem issues, and urges a realistic evaluation of relationships. For a fresh start, the new moon in Aries on the 8th encourages the launching of new ideas, especially ones with a dash of daring. Next, the idealistic merger of Mars and Neptune in Aquarius on the 13th promotes humanitarian efforts but also carries a warning to seek clarity before acting. And finally, two transits into Taurus-Venus on the 15th and the sun on the 19th-emphasize earning power, sensuality and honoring Mother Nature.
If you know your rising sign from your time of birth, read that also.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
The new moon in your sign signifies a fresh start in your personal life, so look for ways to improve your relationships, express your creativity and, most important, visualize what kind of life you’d like to have in the near future.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Some restrictions may crop up around the 7th-10th, but after the 15th, your sensuality attracts romance, and focusing on creativity will enhance your self-esteem. The new moon encourages quiet time for your spiritual life.
Gemini (May 21-June 21)
A financial snafu (or the urge to overspend) may occur around the 7th-10th. The new moon highlights activities with friends and participating in community events. And your ideals and intuition are activated around the 13th.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
Some personal frustrations may hinder your plans around the 7th-10th, but for the next two weeks after the new moon on the 8th, look for new opportunities in your career. Activities with friends are emphasized after the 15th.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
A speed bump may stall plans around the 10th. On the brighter side, travel and education continue to be emphasized for two weeks after the new moon on the 8th. It’s also time to focus on goals to create your ideal future path.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Now is the time to knock down emotional barriers that keep you from experiencing intimacy. The new moon also highlights sizzling one-on-one connections; romance especially escalates after the 15th.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
The new moon begins a new cycle in your relationship sector, so focus on enhancing your primary relationship (or visualizing the ideal one you’d like to attract!). Finances get a boost after the 15th.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
The new moon says it’s time to get serious about diet and exercise. Some confusion or tension in your home environment may arise around the 13th. And activities with your significant other are emphasized after the 15th.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
The new moon says there’s a new love cycle headed your way, if you can get through the romantic snafu around the 7th-10th. Initiating a compassionate and honest talk with your sweetie will help mend your connection.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Romance may hit a wall (around your heart?) from the 7th-10th; is there a commitment issue? The new moon indicates a new cycle in your home environment and a time to initiate healing in your family relationships.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Your energy may fluctuate wildly around the 13th, when some confusion regarding your personal life complicates matters. Take some quiet time to gain clarity. The new moon indicates opportunities through communications.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
A burst of energy around the 13th could either send you in an awkward direction (if you don’t think before you leap) or prove to be an inspired creative coup. Look for moneymaking opportunities for two weeks following the new moon.