MERCURY SEMISQUARE VENUS (4th Sign to 6th Sign) - Exact Jul 28 2007
Brief description: Lack of ease during social conversation. Obvious pleasantries. Polite talk and superficial interaction. Shared artistic and/or technical interests. Talks or comments of dissatisfaction and differences of values and desires. The focus is on the problems in relationships and not the solution. Nagging. Trivial details. Non conclusive regarding financial matters. Problems that are difficult to resolve as a result of data sharing.
For personal use: Chats about money matters could run into arguments.
For business use: Consider the value of mediators.

MOON GOES VOID OF COURSE AFTER TRINE MARS (10th Sign to 2nd Sign) - Jul 28 2007

MERCURY TRINE URANUS (4th Sign to 12th Sign) - Exact Jul 28 2007
Brief description: Innovative ideas prove to work out financial matters and this creative aspect instills genius resolve to ordinary problems.
For personal use: Keep a tape recorder handy for all the bright ideas you are likely to have today.
For business use: Brainstorm with the best of them. Someone has an ingenious idea that could be worth a lot.

MOON ENTERS AQUARIUS (11th Sign) - Jul 29 2007
Aquarius is an outgoing air sign ruling friendship and groups that join to exchange ideas and share like-minded ideas. With an Aquarius Moon the unusual, brand-new, and bizarre are the order of the day. This is usually a more social time with the unexpected as the norm. Aquarius rules anything very strange or alien in nature. Emotions are more erratic with unpredictable expressions. When independence streak is triggered some people express themselves with alienating behaviors becomes obvious. This is also true with nations, and companies, etc. There is a sense or expectation of change, and for some it may feel like impending doom. For others a strong surge of hope is evident. Aquarius is a fixed sign, indicating that things may not really change but evolve to the level of social consciousness. This may be a good time for revelations and awakenings. Aquarius rules mirrors or tape recorders, where reflection and repetitiveness are modes of behavior. Incessant talkers are reported, debating any passing point. This is the sign of invention and modernization. If you are an Aquarius, matters tend to go your way. Doctor appointments on days with Aquarius Moons can lead to treatments with the most modern techniques and equipment (a note from Carole Smith's medical appointment research). In the garden it's a good time to eliminate bugs and weeds.

MERCURY QUINCUNX NEPTUNE (4th Sign to 11th Sign) - Exact Jul 30 2007
Brief description: Confusion and illusion as a result of blind spots or health matters that demands your attention. Medications can either help or hinder. Addictions and substance abuse issues. Distractions and lack of focus. Longing for gentle compassionate assistance. Family members need an ear. Listless. Travel is filled with blind spots. A temporary loss of sensation with or without the loss of consciousness.
For personal use: A day when you thinking is off. Best when used for relaxing and easy tasks. No heavy personal decisions. Pick up the pieces from a mess left behind. Use your creativity.
For business use: Try to keep an open mind. Computer viruses are likely. Contracts are slippery. Verbal agreements fall apart or are filled with complications.

MOON GOES VOID OF COURSE AFTER SEXTILE PLUTO (11th Sign to 9th Sign) - Jul 31 2007

MOON ENTERS PISCES (12th Sign) - Jul 31 2007
The Pisces Moon can be a time of divine inspiration and composition. It is normally a sympathetic and empathetic time. This is a great time to recharge your batteries with some well needed down time. For some they may seek an escape with alcohol or mind-altering substances. You may feel compelled toward activities that support what feels like a mission or become a vehicle for divine intervention. This moon period can hold both gentle and forceful energy. Neptune the god of the sea, rules Pisces can be divinely spiritual or filled with upheaval when enraged. Hurricanes after all are born at sea. Tidal waves, tsunami and monsoons are all ruled by Neptune as are any major rain or snow storm. This can be a sensitive and romantic couple of days. There may be a presence of strong feelings of faith combined with a need to make a spiritual connection. It is normally a sympathetic and empathetic period; people can be overly sensitive and feel victimized. At times when feeling overly frustrated and misunderstood, striking out at others turns the victim into the victimizer as with the wounded puppy syndrome. There may be a strong focus on cosmetic and superficial appearances. Some may experience a Pisces Moon as a "black cloud" or fear that something unfortunate will occur as with 'Murphy's Law". There is a strong spiritual hunger during this time. Emotions range from melancholy to sentimental. This is a very good time for meditation, yoga and prayer and connecting to the universal divine protector. On a mundane level, there may be all sorts of sneaky behavior behind the scenes and misrepresentations. You may become aware of secrets. Clandestine affairs love a Pisces Moon. Elect to work behind the scenes for tasks requiring solitude. Intuition runs high; so trust your gut feelings. Music can be used as a tool to alter moods. Practice meditation, yoga and prayer. Create something poetic and be open to receive inspiration. Help someone -- service and sacrifice is Pisces' middle name and it helps with any tendency toward self pity. Be aware of the lack of boundaries. The weather may be wet or misty. This is a fertile time and productive time in the garden. Planting and cultivating. If a Moon phases occurs while the Moon is in Pisces, people take action on the secrets revealed. The rule of thumb with a Pisces Moon is that you will land in a different place than you expected if you choose this time to initiate your objectives. If you are a Pisces, matters generally tend to go your way.

MARS SQUARE SATURN (2nd Sign to 5th Sign) - Exact Jul 31 2007
Brief description: Plans halted. Muscles lock. The potential for broken bones or injury. Abrupt aggression is restrained. Athletic talent. Frustration and anger. Personal and public relationships take a very serious turn. Over budgeted projects three quarters complete may be aborted. Additional work burdens an already heavy agenda. This aspect is the last square in a full cycle between Mars and Saturn that began with their conjunction at 8° Leo on June 18, 2006. The first square occurred on November 28, 2006 and the opposition was last March 22, 2007. The next conjunction does not occur until July 10, 2008.
For personal use: Take it slow and gets lots of rest. Take advantage of the increased focus and practicality available at this time.
For business use: A day for solving problems. Putting your best talent to work. Expect progress along with some valuable down time.

SUN PARALLEL MARS (5th Sign to 2nd Sign) - Exact Aug 1 2007
Brief description: Abundance of energy, confidence, stamina, training and competence. Vitality and vigor. The energy needed to accomplish goals. To align with others for a specific goal. Legal and justice Body building. A need to blow off steam. Sexual energy. Crystal clear perceptions. Blasts, guns, fire; noise, sirens and war activity. Head aches, accidents, fevers and wounds. Muscular inflammation. The heart. Creative sparks.
For personal use: Take care but get physical. Leave room for other people's interest. Work on intimacy.
For business use: Show leadership. The eyes of the world are on your performance.

MERCURY SESQUISQUARE JUPITER (4th Sign to 9th Sign) - Exact Aug 1 2007
Brief description: New information points to problems that are difficult to sort out. There may be changes with your travel plans or news regarding relocation. There are no short answers. Pontification with inconsistencies and conflicting facts. Going around in circles in general but especially for errands. A good time for a fact finding mission. .Problems which seem difficult to understand or access. Information may be completely out of proportion to the subject. Gossip runs rampant.
For personal use: Snap judgments may come back for reassessment.
For business use: Avoid things with too much information. You may find you are taking on projects with too much running around.

MARS QUINCUNX PLUTO (2nd Sign to 9th Sign) Exact Aug 1 2007
Brief description: Highly productive energy that can be destructive if ill channeled. Mars and Pluto in an aspect are considered a steam roller combination. Watch out for those who mow down the opposition with out warning. Great challenges. Deep seated anger that adds to a sense of being without recourse as if under the control of others. Crude oil fields burning or accidents in transport. Fires out of control. Strong sexual drives. Notice subjects pertaining to pornography and deviant behavior; obsessive compulsive behavior; to act with blunt force. A sudden need to clean up a big mess. To be forced into an issue unrelated to you. Bio-hazardous waste removal. Anger over corruption and waste.
For personal use: Make love not war. By going into your body you may discover your passion. Create breaks for complete relaxation.
For business use: A time to make a wrong right. Suggest better planning to counter a lack of confidence. Organize from the bottom up.

MERCURY CONTRAPARALLEL JUPITER (4th Sign to 9th Sign) - Exact Aug 2 2007
Brief description: A temporary meeting place such as conference for the exchange of ideas. To collect raw data from a variety of sources. Setting travel agendas. Connecting with school mates. Joining a writing group for a specific project. Submitting a rough draft. Advertising a one time event.
For personal use: Reconnect and share stories
For business use: Conduct a survey for a future marketing campaign.

SUN TRINE JUPITER (5th Sign to 9th Sign) - Exact Aug 2 2007
Brief description: An optimistic bridge links one to a much bigger idea, taking all parties concerned to greater heights. A new perspective allows for a stroke of luck and a sharp eye to catch a very important picture. Signs of growth. Wonderful energy. Optimistic reviews. Broad-based objectives. Future orientated thinking. A new perspective. A need for wide open spaces and expansion of knowledge. Generosity from others and abundance is available. There is a possibility of exaggerated opinions of oneself or their projects which helps those with low self esteem for others it could lead to obnoxious behavior.
For personal use: Travel to a new place and meet new people. Learn something new that engages your current expertise for future benefit. You may have something of value that someone else is looking for exactly what you have. Freedom and open space is a consideration.
For business use: How can you take you business into new territory? This is a day for education and action.
This aspect occurs twice a year and there are other positive aspects that set off a similar energy. This particular sextile (60°) of the Sun and Jupiter is surrounded by many other positive aspects.
The other dates this year that hold positive Jupiter aspect with the Sun are:

When Jupiter is retrograde plan to reapply for any opportunity you have considered lost, such as with education, marketing travel or writing.

MOON GOES VOID OF COURSE AFTER SEXTILE MARS (12th Sign to 2nd Sign) Aug 2 2007

MERCURY SEMISEXTILE SATURN (4th Sign to 5th Sign) - Exact Aug 2 2007
Brief description: Look and listen carefully. Information is gathered in secret from those in a position of authority. Instructions are passed on from the head of family. To make a statement or become aware of a more serious intention. Reading more serious material or viewing films with a serious message.
For personal use: Take your time with important decisions. Children have something to say to adults. Pets display nervous behavior indicating special needs.
For business use: Use editors and proof readers before signing anything. Methodical and deliberation action is best.

MOON ENTERS ARIES (1st Sign) - Aug 2 2007
The Aries Moon has a higher energy level and can be aggressive and self focused. There us a strong need for action and problem solving. During this time you may seek independence and be short tempered, confrontational and challenging. here can be a single minded mission or the potential to start something from scratch. The daily tones are noisier and less tolerant then other Moon signs. There might be an absence of social grace or pleasantries but not lacking in charm. This is an emotionally demanding period and can be filled with a need for sexual release. Assertiveness is seen everywhere and some people or other critters just will not take no for an answer. On the positive note you may begin projects you have held off. On the other side of that you may not finish them either. Plant onions. Good time to weed the garden and kill insects. If you are a Aries, matters tend to go your way.

MERCURY QUINCUNX PLUTO (4th Sign to 9th Sign) - Exact Aug 2 2007
Brief description: Becoming aware of mismatched agreements and bad contracts. Disagreements that lead to investigations will uncover deeper issues. This could be a time of psychological torment. Household pests are out of control. This too will pass.
For personal use: Find the instructions. Read the instructions. Follow the instructions. Then use prayer as the quickest route to emotional and mental relief. Consider disagreements as an opening for a much needed opportunity to talk things through.
For business use: Use reserves sparingly. You may need to engineer your way out of a jam. Read agreements very carefully so as the power is balanced for your needs.

MERCURY SEXTILE MARS (4th Sign to 2nd Sign) - Exact Aug 3 2007
Brief description: Lively discussion. Fast writing. Open discussions with the opportunity to develop and progress. Meetings with technically skilled fast thinkers. To come working decisions or draw conclusions for the purpose of moving forward. Alert and honest responses. Practical solutions. Making sound connections to those that are part of the solution. Quick trips and errands. Speedy results. Progress and support for recovery. Clearly decisive. A practical assertiveness. Expressions through writing. Spontaneous travel.
For personal use: Sail through a project that needs your organizational skills.
For business use: Make calls. Great for problem solving or plow through work alone. Take on a writing project.

SUN SESQUISQUARE PLUTO (5th Sign to 9th Sign) - Exact Aug 4 2007
Brief description: A money day. Internal power struggles. The may be problems with those in power that you can not reach. Problems arise after announcements regarding plans for interim governments in unstable countries. Key figures in opposing forces surrender. Powerlessness over issues you can not change. Someone in a position of power may be abruptly confronted by a group. Deep stress and unrest can be the vital component for organizing reform. Financial reports motivate creative financing and methods of attracting new earnings. A sense of spinning in circles. Abandonment and trust issues. Strong sexual attraction that may involve consequences. There may be a need to deal with household pests such as mice and ants, etc.
For personal use: Not a day for lightweights. Don't take on more than you are sure you can handle. If you are feeling overwhelmed or out-matched, then take along a buddy for support.Visit with your therapist. Treat yourself to a massage. Practice letting go of the outcome of your current issues.
For business: Look for what is eating your profits. This day and tomorrow could bring shift in power. Entering into something new could prove to be full of power struggles and money complications; far more than you are willing to take on. Observe closely.

MERCURY ENTERING LEO (5th Sign) - Aug 4 2007
Brief description: Mercury is flying through Leo as quickly as it did Cancer. Mistakes can be made if you gloss over your material over the next couple of weeks. Much on the run and rushing about as there will be little time to savor a thought. Mercury is focused on executive decisions, romance, creative ideas and play. It becomes important to know what children are thinking. The inclination is to take risks or gamble.
For personal use: Lay out a plan to accomplish your errands to be the most efficient. Plan a fun trip with lots of children around. Collect ideas for creative projects. Team up with others with your ideas.
For business use: Reports of the company's new babies. Ideas for high tech applications and vacation sales. Go to a show or business conference. Network.

MOON GOES VOID OF COURSE AFTER Contra parallel Neptune (1st Sign to 9th Sign) - Aug 4 2007

MOON ENTERING TAURUS (2nd Sign) - Aug 4 2007
The Moon in Taurus is in its exaltation which normally indicates that there is a graciousness and honor of some sort. When the Moon is in Taurus, there tends to be a focus on finances, and often money comes through on these days. This is the Moon of tradition, concerned with matters of the family and gatherings. It is usually “food first” for Taurus Moons. Bonding is more apparent with loved ones. There is a need to get more grounded and find some peace and quiet. You may be carting about people or supplies. (Before automated vehicles, the bull pulled carts of supplies and people.) Taurus Moons can be lazier and more indulgent than usual. This can be a slow-moving couple of days with no rushing and lower blood pressure. The bull is more sensitive than they appear being also stubborn and not easily pulled off track. If there is a sense of being pressured this could incite rage especially if plans change without consulting the bull and then securing his/her approval. Don’t push, suggest. Find a way to make your pitch, sale or emotional plea politically palatable, practical and profitable to please and capture your benefactors’ attention. Remain sensitive and patient while watching the object of your attention become interested in your product. Making a pitch or sale with the Moon in Taurus can be tedious but you are often speaking to someone who has the means to fund your project or buy your products. If your can remember they don’t want to be pushed, they want to be seduced you will have much better luck. If you seem to be interested only in money you will loose their respect. When the Moon is in Taurus people like to buy things that are sensual to the touch. Fabrics need to be comfortable and relaxed but of high quality. Flannels, cottons and very soft wools are sought. Lots of food items, cooking and indoor/outdoor gardening are high on the activity list. This is a time to be nurtured and be nurturing. If the Taurus Moon occurs on an otherwise good day your powers of manipulation are strong. Your ability to move to the head of the line or the top of the list is greater today. Apply for a loan or mortgage. Excellent for planting flowers and beautiful bushes. If you are a Taurus, matters tend to go your way.

VENUS CONTRAPARALLEL URANUS (6th Sign to 12th Sign) - Exact Aug 4 2007
Brief description: Relationships experience abrupt interruptions. Sudden distancing from loved ones. Loss of money or purse. Unexplained need to change decor or wardrobe. Rebellious expressions between partners. A rare find of money, love or friendship. Sudden emotional excitement.
For personal use: Allow room for the principals of friendship to guide your closest personal relationships.
For business use: Look for funding through group associations. Friends build leads.