Astro Dreams
By Cortney Litwin/Staff Writer
The “eat, drink and be merry” energy of indulgent Venus combined with extravagant Jupiter ushers in the week, wreaking havoc with dieters and promoting the sin of sloth.
Parties and other social events may benefit from this influence, however, especially fundraisers seeking large donations.
The New Moon in Libra on Oct. 6 that includes a nice Jupiter blessing is a terrific time for meeting someone new or reaffirming your current relationship.
Mercury turning direct on Oct. 6 helps smooth out thwarted communications, but Mercury’s clash with Saturn around Oct. 3-11 indicates an annoying obsession with details in order to avoid making mistakes.
If you know your rising sign from your time of birth, read that also.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Your relationships take precedence as the New Moon highlights personal and business partnerships. You may feel that others have an inordinate amount of say in your life right now-compromise is the key.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Work and health get a burst of energy with the New Moon, encouraging you to begin an exercise program. A coworker may partner with you during an important project. Mars traveling through your romance area heats up a relationship.
Gemini (May 21-June 21)
Creativity is energized during the New Moon, as well as a desire to be with that special someone. Your Mercury ruler hampered by Saturn, however, may challenge your self-induced personal and professional limitations.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
Your home life gets a creative boost during the New Moon-perhaps it’s time to rearrange the furniture or throw a party. Communications with a family member may feel stilted late next week, possibly regarding an issue from the past.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Communication-both writing and speaking-is the key to success during the New Moon, so promote yourself through words. Don’t let a complication late next week deter you from your plan. The problem will untangle itself in a few days.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
The nit-picky details of work may put a damper on your fun when your Mercury ruler butts up against Saturn next week. However, your hard work will pay off during the New Moon, which brings financial opportunities.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Being overly optimistic may prove to be a stumbling block, so keep a cool head and view your plans objectively. The New Moon in your sign opens doors in your personal life. Keep your work or personal plans a secret until things are solidified.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Social activities bring opportunities but can also drain your energy. Taking some quiet time for yourself is a must during the New Moon-meditate for direction and pay attention to your dreams, which may prove to be prophetic.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
You’re obsessed with socializing, which may cause a coworker to complain that you’re not pulling your own weight. However, socializing pays off during the New Moon when opportunities come through friends or community activities.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Bask in the glow of recognition during the New Moon, which may also bring career advancement. Mars highlighting travel for you and may bring an overseas opportunity-or at least a long-awaited vacation.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
The travel bug will take a chunk out of you during the New Moon so prepare to get away for at least a weekend. Inquiring Water-Bearers will also benefit from education-what subject would you like to learn more about?
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Your sex life is energized during the New Moon, creating a new intimacy with your partner. A long-kept secret, sexual or otherwise, will be revealed. And a financial blessing in the form of an investor may appear unexpectedly.