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| Capricorn Week Ahead Horoscope - Results |
The Following Week Ahead Horoscopes Were Found:
27th January 2003 - 2nd February 2003
With Saturn as your ruler you can achieve great things when this planet is in the ascendant. However, Saturn also has the effect of making you overly negative and fearful. Thus, if a development this week causes you to feel depressed or to lose faith in a situation make sure that you are not exaggerating the minus points and ignoring the positive aspects. There is also a trend for misinformation and outright lies so until you can see it, touch it and can bank on it, don’t cast a final verdict. And by the same token in the event of any fabulous news, check its veracity before you invest in a magnum of champagne.
3rd February 2003 - 9th February 2003
The week of the 3rd marks a turning point. Venus arrives in your sign with the intention of giving you a lucky break or two. And if you have been focusing on work and responsibilities to the detriment of your personal life this beautiful planet will do much to redress the balance. Experience has taught you that effort and patience tend to bring the best results and in the process you can discount the value of charm and good connections. At least for now, forget about the hard work and mount a charisma offensive: the results will more than prove the point. When Venus is with you there is almost nothing you cannot achieve through love and thinking beautiful thoughts.
20th January 2003 - 26th January 2003
Mercury's change of direction will help the wheels of commerce and communication run more smoothly so you may well resolve a problem or receive an answer that has been eluding you for some weeks. However, until Venus emerges from her twelfth-house incarceration romantic issues especially could continue to prove complex. Capricorn always appreciates the facts as opposed to the fantasy so do not at this stage of the year decide to trust in rumours or give into any paranoid feelings. If information surfaces now, look into it carefully before making an accusation or throwing in the towel.
13th January 2003 - 19th January 2003
If you were unable to finalize an arrangement or tie up a loose end before Christmas the planets now come to your rescue. People are ready to come to the table and uncertainties can be replaced by realities. Indeed, all the signs are of a positive development between now and the end of January. The only area in which there could still be confusion is your love life. Romantic Venus and sexy Mars are tucked away in the twelfth house of the horoscope so there is a degree of fog hovering over a relationship or your feelings. Rumours are best ignored at this time and if someone is unavailable to you do not press them for reassurance. Remain quietly confident.
10th February 2003 - 16th February 2003
This is not the first time the astrology has produced mixed messages but it could be at a time when the stakes are at their highest. Jupiter and Neptune make a dreamy combination, so where you score this week is with events and pursuits of an artistic, spiritual or loving nature. Where you are likely to be floundering is in regard to finances. Superb offers and schemes should be investigated before you commit time, money and energy to them and retail therapy should be avoided for now. Likewise, if a worrying development occurs, check the facts before you hit the panic button. These stars can create a climate of fear, which is best eradicated by bringing issues buried in the dark up into the light.
17th February 2003 - 23rd February 2003
Confusion reigns. On one side of your chart life looks heavenly while on the other side hostilities rage! Perhaps, you have conflicting feelings about a situation or maybe one aspect of your existence is giving you cause for happiness while another is generating some pain? Whatever the conflict your best approach is a practical one. Be clear in your own mind as to what you want ultimately to achieve and do everything to ensure that result: be neither vulnerable to emotional blackmail nor panicked into a quick-fix manoeuvre. These influences bring out the best and worst in everyone and while you should continue to have faith in your eventual success you must have some evidence now to back up those hopes.
24th February 2003 - 2nd March 2003
This is the last week that Venus will spend in your sign until December and since this planet generates the feel-good effect you should endeavour to make as much use of her as you can. Not only this but also a series of helpful alignments to Mercury, the planet of communication, make this a week to go places in every sense of the phrase. Especially where work, finance and health are concerned steps should now be taken to improve the status-quo, whether this means making appointments with professionals and superiors or simply endeavouring to put your life on a more organized footing. As for love, this is a time to make serious moves!
3rd March 2003 - 9th March 2003
The arrival of Mars in your sign (4th) is set to put the cat among the pigeons, so to speak, the reason being that you tend to avoid head-on confrontations or having to leap into action before you have fully prepared the ground and Mars invites contention. This planet puts you on a battle footing, first because the moment has come for you to get behind certain endeavours and second because opposition may well arise both as a response to your actions and through other people’s ambitions and desires. This is not a week in which to adopt a laid-back attitude: you’ll need to act at the drop of a hat and to have some alternative moves at the ready.
10th March 2003 - 16th March 2003
One of the plus factors about this week’s Plutonic influences is that they will root out the rotten and perform a cleansing exercise. However, no one can pretend the process will be enjoyable. You are a patient individual but even you have your breaking point so if someone has been avoiding you or taking forever to make a decision one way or another you’ll get some answers now. Certainly, this is the beginning of a period of great change and although it may seem at first as though you will never get used to the new status-quo in time you will come to see that it has huge benefits.
5th May 2003 - 11th May 2003
The time may well have come to reach deep into your pockets. The financial areas of your horoscope are playing host to Mars and Jupiter - two planets that know no half measures - thus, when it comes to making a purchase or reaching a monetary agreement you can expect the cost to be high. And, even if your bank-balance remains in perfect equilibrium - or is that rigor mortis? - small issues easily become major items in this astrological climate. Indeed, it could be a relationship that is the source of some huge ups and downs now. Be generous with your spirit and a little more circumspect with everything else.
12th May 2003 - 18th May 2003
You normally keep a close eye on your finances and rarely let anyone mislead you but even you could be rendered a little less focused by these Neptunian influences. From the 5th you should begin to check your financial transactions carefully and keep chasing any moneys owed to you. Likewise, you should be extra cautious with your purchasing. And even if your financial empire is as safe as houses you should employ this same strategy with anyone who or anything that is creating deep doubts in your mind. This is not to say that Neptune is bound to cause problems; this planet could instead produce a spell-binding event and take you to the romantic or spiritual heights.
17th March 2003 - 23rd March 2003
The astrology is redolent with the theme of endings and beginnings. A combination of Saturn and a full moon help you reach conclusions while the sun’s arrival at the base of your chart enables you to lay the foundation stones of new endeavours. Indeed, for many Capricorns the concept of foundation stones could be quite literal in that you are poised to make structural changes to your home, even move house. However, for most celestial Goats putting down any building blocks is a metaphor for starting afresh in some area of your life. The next seven days are not without their challenging moments but if you keep your long-term aims in view and your resolve strong, you’ll come through just fine.
24th March 2003 - 30th March 2003
The Jupiter effect is alive and well and the area in which you’re most likely to experience it is that of finances. Property sales and purchases will go particularly well under these influences and indeed any kind of investment in your future is blessed. Normally, you are a cautious speculator but at this time you should go with your gut instincts, otherwise you could miss a golden opportunity. And while money and property appear to be in the main frame other factors in your life could take off like a rocket now. At the very least this is a period when you should be laying strong foundations for the future and putting your faith in people and projects close to home
31st March 2003 - 6th April 2003
The base of the horoscope is a most fertile area and when planets pass through it you have an opportunity to create blue-prints for the future and to put down the building blocks of new endeavours. This theme is even more strongly etched in your chart this week by the new moon in ground-breaking Aries and its brilliant connections to Jupiter and Pluto. Family and property matters should be a special cause for happiness and optimism now and if, during the past few weeks you have experienced a difficulty or had your hopes crushed, events between now and the end of April should start to repair the damage. Don’t look back, Capricorn, this is a time to celebrate life and to look to the future, not the past.
7th April 2003 - 13th April 2003
There could be some issues coming to light now that cast a very different light on a situation. On balance information revealed will help you but you may not at first see it that way. This is in part because you may feel resentful that someone has been holding out on you or because you wish you had an opportunity to go back. Put emotions on one side and work with the situation as it is. Especially where finances, an association or an endeavour are concerned there may well have been a weakness at root level, which would have created serious difficulties in the long term. And, on the plus side, if you receive a green light this week get things in writing immediately.
14th April 2003 - 20th April 2003
You may well have chosen this period of the year for a special event, in which case you can look forward to some remarkable memories. The emphasis is first and foremost on home and family and second on personal fulfilment. Mars is at its action-packed best in your sign giving you the edge in competitive situations and bringing out your most daring and courageous qualities yet at the same time the trend for aggravation is fairly high. The full moon of the 16th is likely to be one of the more sensitive moments of the coming week: simmering issues come to a head and the tears will flow liberally. This full moon, like all full moons, ends a chapter and begins a new one.
21st April 2003 - 27th April 2003
If life has been a mite stressful for the last few weeks this has in part been due to the presence of militant Mars in your sign. Mars provides both the courage and the drive get behind ambitions and problems but it also generates a fair amount of flak in the process. This planet now moves onto stimulate finances, so while you can now expect to increase your income and make positive monetary arrangements, at the same time you will need to be prepared for some tough talking with partners and financial organizations. In many ways this is the beginning of a premium period for property sales and purchases and for a handful of Capricorns the prospect of an inheritance arises.
28th April 2003 - 4th May 2003
You can have plenty of fun with these stars: indeed, they could do much to diffuse tensions and difficulties all round. Half the battle is changing your attitude - by lightening up your approach to certain situations they in turn will lighten and brighten. And this could be particularly relevant to a relationship or a financial matter. Of course, you cannot wave a magic wand over an ailing bank account - facts are facts - but there will be ways to mitigate the problem and these will open up to you when you free up your mind. Likewise in an affair of the heart, by allowing feelings of love to override doubts and resentments the course of the relationship could be dramatically changed.
19th May 2003 - 25th May 2003
On the 20th Mercury performs a U-turn and so ends an irritating period of go-slows and dead stops. During the time Mercury has been in retreat some information may have gone missing or it could have proved impossible to get an answer or reach a certain individual. Now this trend is over, the answers you receive may turn out to be somewhat different from your expectations. Especially where work is concerned this is a week to be flexible and open to change. A thought worth considering in light of the astrology is that while security and stability are worthy aims these should not be allowed to stand in the way of your professional or emotional fulfillment.
26th May 2003 - 1st June 2003
Neptune and Jupiter raise hopes and set the stage for a highly romantic period. The coming week is also a time when the pleasure principle is to the fore and you have opportunities to show what you can do and how well you can adapt to being the centre of attention. My only reservation with these dreamy stars is that they could also create some financial confusion or sow the seeds of insecurity in your professional life. Ideally, you should enjoy the events on offer now while keeping a watchful eye on distress signals issued by colleagues and employers.
2nd June 2003 - 8th June 2003
Saturn’s entry into your solar house of relationships on the 4th sets the stage for a two-year period when other people will play a far greater role in your affairs than ever before - at least for the last twenty-eight years! For some Capricorns, marriage is on the horizon while for others the time has come to end relationships that have long passed their sell-by date. June 2003 may be a little too soon to see this prediction fulfilled but, especially for December Capricorns, the writing on the wall may well appear before the month is out. These next two weeks contains some of the most change-evoking influences of the year so far: one way or another, a new day is dawning!
9th June 2003 - 15th June 2003
Fun is not exactly how I would describe this astrology. Eventful, yes, memory-making, certainly, and destabilizing, definitely. But fun, no. The alignments are primarily focusing on the area of work and life-style so it may be that you are undergoing many changes and these are interfering with the familiar routine and making you feel somewhat uprooted and uncertain. Then again, it could be friends, family or colleagues who are going through a time of huge change and you are having to nurse them through their difficulties. Whatever is going on in the world right now may be producing conflict but it is also creating a new order, from which there will be many benefits.
16th June 2003 - 22nd June 2003
With assertive Mars entering the communications area of your solar chart you are at the beginning of a six-week period when meetings, journeys and the exchange of information will dominate your schedule. It is also a period when blue-prints for the future can be activated, and since Mars is working on your behalf it is up to you to do the moving and shaking. Add to this the sun’s arrival in the zone of relationships and you have a whole set of green lights urging you to the negotiating table. Under no circumstances underrate the importance of the right word at the right time, nor your being in the right place at the right time!
23rd June 2003 - 29th June 2003
Thoughts of a quiet and uneventful week should be dismissed from the outset. This is one period of 2003 that promises to be exciting and different. Of course, some Capricorns may interpret the events of the next seven days as unsettling rather than thrilling but at least you will not be able to complain that nothing ever happens! At the very least a re-think of a plan could be on the cards but with such radical stars a complete change of course may be necessary. Your sign rarely accepts change for the sake of change but now is the time to allow a new order to come in and old habits and moth-eared situations to die away.
30th June 2003 - 6th July 2003
Saturn is flexing his muscles in the area of partnership so, especially if you have a December birthday, someone is probably causing you a small problem. It may be that he or she is indifferent to your wishes or, perhaps someone is going through a worrying time, so your relationship is under strain. By complete contrast, since Saturn rules your sign, you may be at a point in your life when you are ready to settle down, or to make a formal and binding agreement with an organization. Whatever relationship issues surface now you can be sure that they are aimed at making you stronger and more aware of the responsibilities you carry.
7th July 2003 - 13th July 2003
This week’s astrology is dominated by the full moon in Capricorn on the 13th - the only one in your sign this year. Full moons bring issues to a head and enable you to seal agreements and make long-term decisions. They also have much to do with relationships of the business or romantic kind. You can therefore congratulate yourself if you have already chosen this period in which to join an organization or make a spiritually and legally binding commitment, however, for some Capricorns, especially those with birthdays on or near 11th January, it should now become quite clear that a relationship has reached its sell-by date.
14th July 2003 - 20th July 2003
Romance and flights of fancy take life from the dreary to the divine, and you may have just such opportunities this week. There is a little touch of magic in the astrology so if you are prepared to suspend disbelief, albeit for a mere few hours, you may have an experience that you will never forget. The only areas of life in which this recommendation does not apply are finances and long-term commitments. If you must sign on the dotted line now or take part in a financial negotiation, be sure that there are no hidden clauses and, if possible, request a little more time. Your gut instincts will serve you well this week: don’t be blinded by bluff.
21st July 2003 - 27th July 2003
2003 has not been the most joyful year on record but you are at a point when good things happen. The areas of money and relationships are under excellent influences, helping you resolve financial worries - and in some cases to experience a serious gain - and make long-lasting romantic commitments. The weekend of the 26th could be one of the most important of the year and people you meet then or actions that you take should add to your happiness and quality of life. Do I have a reservation? Not a one - enjoy these gorgeous stars and believe that everything that takes place has a reason and is for your benefit in the long term.
28th July 2003 - 3rd August 2003
You normally have a strong grasp on finances, figures and material matters, but perhaps because you have been away from your desk, so to speak, something is not quite adding up. On the other hand, all may appear to be well but you have a nagging feeling that something is about to turn pear-shaped. In such circumstances, you should obey your gut feelings. This is one of those periods in which items go missing and information is somewhat unreliable, yet the more you try to grapple with the facts the less understanding you gain. You could just stand back and wait until the whole picture emerges but a pre-emptive move could save you a lot of hassle.
4th August 2003 - 10th August 2003
Capricorns are not the types to place blind trust in anything and anyone so when I tell you that Neptune is in the main frame this week you’ll know that you must treat other people’s actions and statements with a degree of skepticism. Planets in the area of joint commitments and shared financial interests should be making this a prime time for investments and taking major monetary decisions but even though you can still add to your lot you need to be very sure that the projections given to you can be fulfilled. In any agreement or commitment, make sure you have some protection and a come-back clause.
11th August 2003 - 17th August 2003
Pluto has a way of bringing that which has been concealed into the light so you may well retrieve a lost object this week or discover what has been going on behind the scenes. Either way, what emerges now may well be greeted with a mixture of pleasure and pain! In many ways this is a complex few days, either because you feel somewhat conflicted about a decision or because situations have many layers to them. And while I am not urging you to ignore the facts nor rush to judgment the solution may be to go with your gut feelings. The only area in which your feelings should take a back seat is with finances - speculation does not always lead to accumulation!
18th August 2003 - 24th August 2003
Jupiter is the planet of increase and inflation, and since there is more than just a whiff of Jupiter to this week’s astro-scape your financial position could improve by leaps and bounds. On the other hand, a financial situation could reach crunch point. Certainly, there are advantages to be gained at this point of the year so you should seize upon any opportunity or offer that could change the monetary status-quo. This same trend could also be apparent in your love life and there are equal opportunities to advance the course of a romance or to hit an unexpected rut in the road. Capricorn prefers the trusted, reliable route to its objectives but this is one time when the road less travelled is the one to go for.
25th August 2003 - 31st August 2003
This is one fabulous astro-scape and any opportunity to broaden your personal or professional horizons presenting itself during the week ahead, should be grasped with both hands. Certainly, there is an expansive aura about your life now, whether you are travelling some distance or formulating plans for the future. Capricorn tends to be one of the more conservative signs of the zodiac, not much given to grand gestures and speculative moves, but this is the right time to pursue your dreams and ambitions. All right, there may be some opposition to your ideas but just ask yourself: whose life is it anyway?
1st September 2003 - 7th September 2003
This week’s influences provide you with a bigger window on your world. And while you may indeed be travelling and therefore seeing more of the world, this theme of expansion is more likely to be experienced in an emotional or psychological way. Capricorn is renowned for its practical, hard working and cautious approach to life, and sometimes this means you deny yourself opportunities for fun and pleasure, but this is no time to head into self-denial mode: you should seize any chance to enjoy life and to further your ambitions. All right, there’s an outside possibility that something will prove too hot to handle, but somewhere, deep down, you know you’re ready for that.
8th September 2003 - 14th September 2003
The ninth house of the horoscope is all about long-range objectives so with this week’s stirring configurations centring on that area, at the very least you need to think long and hard before committing yourself to an opinion. Actions have big consequences now and with Mercury still in retrograde there could be more information and developments to come. Especially if you are travelling or partaking in important discussions and meetings, expect the going to be tough and for people to be uncompromising, if not somewhat antagonistic. On the other hand, if you need to achieve a major objective, you have enough rocket fuel to reach the planet, Pluto!
15th September 2003 - 21st September 2003
Since late August your chart has been pregnant with opportunities to expand your life, whether by travelling some distance or by seeking a bigger and better arena for your talents, interests and affections. However, if you have been stuck in an all too familiar, and somewhat boring, groove the alignments of the coming week could act as a rocket-launcher to new and very different scenarios. To add to the prospect of change and life-expanding experiences Venus arrives at the Mid-heaven of your solar chart (15th) all set for a four-week period when your efforts to gain promotion or to fulfil a major objective will be greeted with success.
22nd September 2003 - 28th September 2003
On the 23rd the sun reaches the mid-heaven of your solar chart where, for the next four weeks, it will encourage you to have faith in your abilities and to focus on your hopes and dreams. Indeed, between now and the 6th of October you could see the fulfilment of a long-standing ambition. Saturn’s current occupation of the area of relationships means that you cannot always rely on other people to help you achieve success or give you the feedback you require however, with effort, patience and proof of your talents you will draw to your side some real, solid and lasting supporters, one of whom may now appear.
29th September 2003 - 5th October 2003
Neptune and Pluto make divine connections to planets in the area of ambitions and life-direction so at the very least you can anticipate a week in which hopes are raised and you feel inspired and enlightened. But at best you could now see the fulfilment of a dream. Nevertheless, before you pop the champagne corks there is a small matter of Saturn to consider: this planet makes its first ninety-degree angle of this cycle to the sun on the 6th so, especially if you have a birthday on or near the 3rd January, a defining moment could be on its way. And while Saturn has the capacity to grant success and solidify your position, it can also reveal the cracks in a plan or an association.
6th October 2003 - 12th October 2003
There’s something entirely satisfying about discovering where you stand with someone and being able at
last to make some decisions about your future. Saturn and the full moon (9th/10th) bring matters to a
conclusion, enabling you to close a small chapter of life. And since new growth is sprouting in more
than one direction, any endings that are reached now will pave the way for fresh starts in the near
future. This theme is especially apparent in regard to career or family life, so if a company or an
individual dictates your course now, consider they are doing you a great favour. This is a realistic
week but it is not without its joyful and liberating moments.
13th October 2003 - 19th October 2003
Saturn has been very active in your chart recently so, on the plus side, you may have resolved a problem and set the seal on an association or an agreement. But on the minus side, you may have felt a little isolated and not exactly full of joie de vivre. I am not going to say that this trend will disappear this week but I will suggest that you have come to a pit-stop. You can now consolidate your position and begin to replenish any drained resources, whether of the material or metaphorical kind. You can also begin to rationalize your situation with another person or a company: maybe there are limits to the relationship but it has its values too.
20th October 2003 - 26th October 2003
Since early June, ruler, Saturn, has been stationed in the area of relationships, with a brief to expose weaknesses in alliances and bring to your attention those individuals who may not have your best interests at heart. In the process, it may have seemed as if relationships were awfully hard work and you have had to stand alone more often than you would like. There is now something of an astrological sea-change on its way and between the 25th and 31st you may have real evidence that someone is very much in your corner. By contrast if someone or something takes a turn for the worse, remain strong because there is plenty more water to flow under that proverbial bridge.
27th October 2003 - 2nd November 2003
This is a week of inconsistencies and uncertainties, most probably regarding a money matter. It may be that you will not receive what you were expecting or that someone, perhaps an employer or partner, has a different view of a financial issue from you. However contrary events and other people turn out to be now, rather than play a defensive blocking game, be open to alternatives and keep the lines of communication open. You may need to go over the old paper-work or seek a second opinion but accepting a situation at face value is not the way to go.
3rd November 2003 - 9th November 2003
Creativity and collaboration are the astrological buzz words for early November: it is at this time that friends prove their worth and projects gather momentum, thanks to the combined efforts of several individuals. On the other hand, due to the demise of an enterprise you may realize just how different an ending might have been had everyone been on the same page. It is the nature of eclipses to reveal the strengths and weaknesses of endeavours - and to throw in a wild card. With this in mind, nurse projects and people carefully through the next few days, then, whether the outcome is pleasing or not, you will know you did all you could.
10th November 2003 - 16th November 2003
Never a dull moment would be one way to describe this week so start as you mean to go on and be prepared for anything and anyone! There’s a chance you’ll hear some exciting news but you should not rule out the possibility of someone’s changing his/her mind and sending you back to the drawing board where a creative endeavour or planned event is concerned. Fortunately, you have Mars and Saturn on your side, so even with some unscheduled changes you should be able to work your way around the situation. Communications systems are vulnerable at present so back up your files and make sure you have a contingency plan or two up your sleeve.
17th November 2003 - 23rd November 2003
These are uncertain times, even for the steadfast Goat, so you can be forgiven for feeling ever so slightly wobbly. You now have a cluster of planets in the reclusive twelfth house of your solar chart so this is a time to focus on inner things and to re-charge your physical and emotional batteries. In many ways, this week’s solar eclipse is a sign of new growth yet it seems an old skin must be shed in order for the new to be revealed. Put another way, if something slips through your fingers now or you appear to lose out in some way, see it as a necessary process and one that will eventually lead to a happier state of affairs.
24th November 2003 - 30th November 2003
This is one of those periods of the year in which much can change - and for the better. However, no one says it has to be easy. At best this is a week in which you can mount a major clearing out exercise but at worst you may feel that some aspect of your life has changed beyond recognition, and without your approval. Elements of the past play a big role in events over the next few days: you may be reunited with someone or you may discover a lost object. On the other hand, a situation that suddenly arises may have its roots deep in the past. Whatever comes or goes, however, with Venus entering your sign on the 27th, your star is set to rise.
1st December 2003 - 7th December 2003
Thank goodness you are a follower of Saturn, since this planet is in pride of place now. On a good day Saturn will act as the glue in a situation: it will provide structure and stability but on a bad day, this planet puts distance between friends and creates delays and frustrations with endeavours and plans. With this in mind, start out the week with the intention of speaking to people who do not appear to be on the same page as you. By stark contrast Saturday’s link to Venus could be just what is required to set the seal on a love affair or bring about a marriage of true hearts and minds.
8th December 2003 - 14th December 2003
Until the sun enters your sign on the 21st you may not feel as in control of situations as you would like. Indeed, it may seem as if you are being deliberately kept in the dark. All this will pass, of course, but in the meantime you should ignore rumours until you can establish the facts, and take note of unaccountable behaviour without interfering. There are some issues coming to light now that could transform the way you see someone or change a pattern of life, and while this process is a valuable one, it may be generate some anxiety and fear in the process. Take a deep breath: once this time of transition is over all will be well.
15th December 2003 - 21st December 2003
If you have been avoiding family issues or sidelining a major job on your home patch Mars now comes on side to help you attack the situation. And I choose my words carefully! Mars is after all the planet of war so while you may have all the energy and drive to get behind those nagging tasks you may well stir up some conflict in the process. Try not to exaggerate the importance of minor flaws and concentrate instead on the value of team spirit - one for all, all for one kind of thing - that way, the job will be finished sooner and the frost will remain outside where it belongs, not hovering over your Christmas gathering!
22nd December 2003 - 28th December 2003
The sun’s entry into your sign on the 22nd effectively brings you out of the woods. You will be able to see why certain situations have been shrouded in mystery and you will feel on firmer ground with certain individuals. However, with Mercury in retrograde it may take until the early part of January before you can put plans in motion and you are able to act on what you now learn. With this in mind, put your focus and energy into the Christmas celebrations and leave everything of a more challenging nature on the back burner. By the time you get back to work and reality, those things that currently seem so difficult may well have faded into insignificance.
29th December 2003 - 4th January 2004
With Saturn as your ruling planet you of all the signs may find this transition from one year to the next a thoroughly elevating experience. On the other hand, you may be feeling the strains of Christmas past and looking forward to a quiet retreat. This is probably not a week in which people will be granting your every wish and turning themselves inside out to be available to you: you will need to cajole, persuade and impress others with your talents and charms. Indeed, for some Capricorns what happens between now and mid-January could prove to be the making or breaking of a business or romantic relationship.
5th January 2004 - 11th January 2004
It may have taken until this week for you to be able to make a decision about where you go from here - particularly in regard to a relationship. Events over the Christmas and New Year period have brought more than one issue to the surface and gradually you have come to understand that something has to be done about your situation sooner than later. Saturn’s passage of the area of relating creates both a climate in which you can make binding commitments and sever them: Saturn also shows you what is real and what is fantasy. Add to this a full moon (7th) and the pressure for you to move one way or t’other is extreme. Push has come to shove.
12th January 2004 - 18th January 2004
A bit too early in the year for a surprise? I hope not. On Friday Venus and Uranus get together, which could manifest as an unexpected but welcome wake up call or some other break from the routine round. Mercury also enters your sign this week, giving you news and the skills with which to put any fresh information or insights to good use. Indeed, since the first half of January has been anything but joyful it’s about time you had the equivalent of a cosmic snowball! If you have already suffered a disappointment or failed to get anywhere with a personal, romantic or business matter, now is the time to make your surprise move.
19th January 2004 - 25th January 2004
Ruler, Saturn, once again takes the spotlight - this time with the intention of helping you reach conclusions. For some Capricorns this may simply mean finally understanding the mechanics of a situation: for others arriving at a conclusion implies that you have done with the preliminaries are ready to go forward with an endeavour; but for a few experiencing closure suggests that you have come to the end of the road with a business or romantic commitment. This is not so much a difficult period as one in which real life decisions have to be made. Once the weekend of the 24th has begun you should feel relieved of a burden and ready to start a new phase.
26th January 2004 - 1st February 2004
Going all out for your beliefs is the theme of the week. There is a no-holds-barred aura to events, especially if love or money is part of the equation. On the one hand, these influences could inspire a journey to be with someone you love or for a purpose other than pure pleasure: on the other hand, if you have been waiting patiently for an individual or an organization to make a move, this may be it! One way or another Pluto helps push come to shove! This is also a week during which hidden information is revealed or a past incident comes up for reconsideration. Certainly, by the end of the weekend you will have a new perspective on one or more situations.
2nd February 2004 - 8th February 2004
Life is a series of endings and beginnings, a theme etched most sharply by each full moon. On this occasion (6th) it is a financial chapter that reaches an end, whether this plays out as the end of a monetary commitment, the close of an account or the completion of a contract. However, for some Capricorns this early February period is one when debits far exceed credits, leading to a cash-flow crisis. If so, this may be an appropriate moment to downsize. And while finances are top of the list for many Capricorns, for others what comes to a head now enables you to shed some other kind of burden or drain on your resources.
9th February 2004 - 15th February 2004
Always a realistic sign but sometimes not the best interpreter of subtle signals, what may emerge during the course of the next seven days could prove somewhat of a revelation. Relationships are in the foreground and although you may have a special event already in the diary, this does not mean you know exactly what other people will say and do! Thanks to Saturn’s input on the 14th you can sign a legally binding contract and offers produced around that time are going to be made of the right stuff. However, if you have been nurturing romantic illusions about someone, the reality is about to dawn on you.
16th February 2004 - 22nd February 2004
At the opening of the year, Saturn’s input may have closed off an avenue of interest, whether this was connected to a relationship or your job, and even if nothing ended then you may have sensed that something or someone stood between you and success. Now things have changed. Uranus is ready to open a window of opportunity and although there is no guarantee that it will provide the answer to all your problems, it will at least change the energy surrounding you. Allow your instincts to guide you and have the courage to take the road less traveled.
23rd February 2004 - 29th February 2004
You are one of the most realistic signs of the zodiac and you rarely experience difficulty in separating fact from fiction, except, perhaps on this occasion. Your doubts and fears or your hopes and desires could be influencing your actions now and to ensure that you do not make a giant mistake you should enlist the advice of an unbiased friend or colleague. If you are about to make a professional or romantic commitment, do not assume that any reservations you are nurturing will prove unfounded and if you are heading into unfamiliar territory, go with a policy that fully covers you - and we’re not just talking travel here but new ventures.
1st March 2004 - 7th March 2004
These alignments have far-reaching consequences. Yes, you may travel some distance under these stars, and see people who and places that broaden your outlook, and by the same token, you may move no further than your own back yard and experience events that change your life. Certainly, by the 7th you should be looking at someone or something with a new pair of eyes. Saturn’s transit of the relationship zone is teaching you much about the good guys and the bad guys, and maybe you have already seen a romantic or working relationship fall by the wayside: at this time you are being encouraged to look at the bigger picture, gain a greater perspective.
8th March 2004 - 14th March 2004
Communications and travel are the source of this week’s highs and lows. Pluto will help you unravel a mystery and get to the roots of issues, however this extremist planet could also lift the lid off a volcano - and we’re talking metaphors here, of course. Aside from a journey that takes you into new and compelling territory, what you hear and see could radically alter your beliefs and possibly your plans. Perhaps it is you who is about to drop a proverbial bombshell or you may be on the receiving end of one: either way, it seems there will be no going back. I’m not sure whether these influences are the stuff of celebration or commiseration but they are life-defining.
15th March 2004 - 21st March 2004
It’s always good to start afresh and with a new moon at the base of your chart (20th) a new cycle is clearly etched in your chart. But like all new cycles, an old one has to be completed first - and this is what events of the coming week are all about. Projects have to be finished and a future plan drawn up; you may also be saying goodbye to a friend or relative, albeit for a few short weeks. This is also a period in which you could leave part of your past behind, perhaps because you are moving home or expecting some changes in the family. As a new season begins, hopes should be high: that glass is half full, not half empty. OK?
22nd March 2004 - 28th March 2004
Saturn’s presence in the area of love and relating is no doubt proving to be both a blessing and a curse. And if you doubt my words, wait and see what happens between the 27th and 29th. At this time Saturn presides over a harvest of sorts: efforts and preparations of previous months, if not years, come to fruition and you will experience a great sense of fulfilment. However, if your energies have been ploughed into people who or situations that are not worthy of you then you may have to move out and move on, so to speak. Marriages and mergers made now will prove binding, yet they will not conform to stereotypes, nor necessarily to your expectations.
29th March 2004 - 4th April 2004
Life gets back on an even keel and as April comes in your future prospects seem ever brighter. In part this has to do with a change in your attitude: you are no longer hankering after things that cannot be but prepared to open your heart to new possibilities. Mercury’s communication skills can now be put to good use, both in the way of expressing your ideas and using social occasions to further your professional and financial interests. The home front is also playing host to some sweet influences - an ideal week to put a property on the market or to find the home of your dreams. Life may not be perfect, but it is no longer quite so pear-shaped.
5th April 2004 - 11th April 2004
The 5th‘s full moon signals the end of a chapter: a job may have come to an end recently or you may be about to leave a home in which you have lived for some time. On the other hand, this full moon could inspire the process of completion and closure, which can be experienced in an emotional or a practical way. But whether you are ecstatic about what comes to an end now, or somewhat disappointed, the astrology is urging you to focus on the next stage of your life. And you may be quite surprised about the way new opportunities come in. While Easter is a time of celebration, particularly on the family front, it may take a little longer for you to comprehend the value and purpose of the events that take place.
12th April 2004 - 18th April 2004
Last minute changes and impulse gestures are rarely to your taste, but the cosmos seems determined to give you one opportunity after another to experience just such things. If last week found you coping with other people’s dramas - thereby incurring a few of your own - this week sees you making the most of what happened and cheerfully heading into new territory. Indeed, this could be the perfect time to take a holiday or throw out a moth-eared blue-print for your future and create a more workable and fulfilling one. There is much to recommend these stars, but the more spontaneous and adventurous you are, the further they’ll take you.
19th April 2004 - 25th April 2004
Monday’s solar eclipse takes place at the base of your chart, thereby signalling the opening of a new chapter. For some Capricorns this new phase will be evident in the home and with the family but for others it is simply the beginning of a period in which to lay foundation stones of one sort or another. It is a time to bring fresh enterprises into being and to welcome change no matter who brings it in and where it takes you. Not that the week ahead is a complete breeze. You may have to face a painful fact and accept that a certain situation cannot continue in its present form. Then again, progress of any sort requires letting go of those things that have served their purpose and transforming those that have merit.
26th April 2004 - 2nd May 2004
These stars promise great things, and even in a minor way, the actions you take now and the events that happen will expand your life, not detract from it. With the sun, Jupiter and Saturn in perfect balance, a plan comes to fruition and your efforts lead to success. Countering this trend are Venus and Pluto who are bringing the past into the present, whether this means a matter you believed was dead and buried comes back to haunt you or whether you reconnect with someone you knew from way back. Whatever the events of the week ahead, in some way deep feelings are stirred and you get to see what has led up to a present set of circumstances.
3rd May 2004 - 9th May 2004
On the 7th, assertive Mars enters the area of love and relating so you are at the beginning of a six-week period when you get to see a lot more action on the romance and relationship front. Whether that action translates as someone declaring his/her fervent passion for you or whether you discover you have a powerful opponent only time will tell, but to be on the safe side, do not underestimate the ability of a competitor to get the better of you. This week’s lunar eclipse flanks the creative axis of your horoscope, so you have reached a point where you can bring something new into being. However, before this can be achieved a door of some description needs closing. And firmly.
10th May 2004 - 16th May 2004
Do not underestimate your ability to personally affect a situation. What may seem to have been done and dusted could in fact be open to more input - a door is not closed but slightly ajar. Therefore, do not give up on someone or something, nor assume that you have heard the last of a matter. Go back to the drawing board, make contact with whoever is crucial to the situation and wait and see. By contrast, if you have been putting considerable effort into an endeavour or an association, now is the moment to pull back and focus on those things that and those people who make you feel great to be alive. The stars are working on your behalf, even though you may have little evidence at present.
17th May 2004 - 23rd May 2004
With Mars lending its dynamic energy to collaborations and romantic liaisons, you are either becoming the flavour of the month or beginning to realize that you have one or more serious opponents. (That’s the trouble with Mars - raising passions has its downside as well as its upside!) With this in mind, especially over the weekend, think carefully before you take on someone bigger and better than you, by which I mean that if someone challenges you, be sure that you are up to it. In some ways this is a good time to marry or agree to a long-term plan, but there is also a possibility that there are hidden snags to an endeavour or a relationship. Don’t be ruled by your heart now, think with your head.
24th May 2004 - 31st May 2004
Tuesday’s meeting between Mars and Saturn has its plus and minus points. Solid decisions can be made and you get to see where you stand with someone, and for a few Capricorns this week brings a success that you have striven long and hard towards. But let’s be real: this planetary two-some can be dismal: it may produce one of those brick walls that requires an inordinate amount of patience and ingenuity to surmount, and it can put a cloud over a relationship. You’ll need to be very philosophical about this week’s developments: sometimes all a situation requires is a little more time to right itself, and by distancing yourself you’ll come to see the benefits of the current impasse.
31st May 2004 - 6th June 2004
Normal routine is likely to be interrupted this week since events in other people’s lives may interfere with your plans, and make extra work for you. On the other hand, you could find that what seemed to be an insignificant matter suddenly becomes a whole lot bigger. My advice would be to focus on the practicalities and remain open to alternatives: postponing an event could be the best thing for everyone concerned and if a job situation, or some other commitment, peters out it doesn’t mean the whole world has come to an end - new avenues will open up in the near future. The week ahead brings out the best and worst in people, so increasing your levels of tolerance and understanding will help all round.
7th June 2004 - 13th June 2004
You’ve got your work cut out this week keeping everyone on an even keel and bringing order out of chaos. It may be that after trying hard to keep a situation afloat, there is no more air in the tank - either you have to abort-mission or you must simply let people go their own sweet way. Capricorn is a sign that likes to be in control but sometimes you have to relinquish your grip on situations, if only to see what others will do without your guidance and input. This is a very revealing period: previously unknown factors come to light and people feel that they have reached the end of the line. Fortunately, over the weekend Venus comes to the rescue, and she may well make it a case of all’s-well-that-ends-well.
14th June 2004 - 20th June 2004
Pluto once again challenges the normal order of life: not only may you find your timetable changed by circumstances beyond your control but also you could be the one causing ripples in other people’s lives. On the face of it, this is an excellent period in which to revise plans and to re-think your position, especially in regard to a job: it is also a good time to examine ways in which you can improve your health and lifestyle, yet accomplishing such things does not look to be exactly easy. There could be opposition to your ideas and difficulties will tend to be exaggerated instead of being taken in their stride. Fortunately, this largely trying passage comes to an end on Thursday, and a new and improved trend will begin.
21st June 2004 - 27th June 2004
On the 21st, the sun enters the zone of love and partnership, thereby setting the stage for a season of key romantic developments. You are also beginning a period when other people will play an increasingly important role in your life, and a time when events in the lives of partners, family and friends take precedence over your needs and interests. You are one of the more self-reliant signs of the zodiac, and certainly someone who takes to responsibility and leadership like a duck to water, yet in the process you can forget just how important love and reciprocity are - something that could be about to change! All the more reason therefore to be philosophical about any frost currently developing over a relationship.
28th June 2004 - 4th July 2004
On Friday, the only full moon in your sign this year takes place, so you are both empowered and enlightened; you may also be rather emotional, so if you are unable to rationalize a situation, employ the assistance of someone whose feet are well and truly on the ground. Relationships swing into prominence now, whether you are bringing people together for an event or mediating between warring factions. And, with Venus turning direct on the 29th, you may have reached the point of no return in a romantic relationship or with a business commitment. These stars generate clarity, solidarity and solidity - they are the stuff upon which good decisions are made and resolute actions taken.
5th July 2004 - 11th July 2004
Saturn’s transit of the relationship zone is both a blessing and a curse. On a good day, this planet enables you to make binding commitments and to experience love of the lasting variety. But on a bad day, you may feel lonely, unsupported and even rejected by other people, or more likely one significant other. With this in mind, cut down your expectations of being lavished with adoration this week: people will tend to be critical and carping, and if you want something done, you’re going to have to do it yourself. Fortunately, Jupiter is waiting in the wings to reveal where your true friends are, and in some cases turning your attention to the attractions of distant people and places.
12th July 2004 - 18th July 2004
If you are concerned over a delay, especially one involving money, this is the time to talk to those involved. It may be that an error has developed or that something has gone astray; on the other hand, it could be you who has forgotten a payment or lost sight of a matter. Sometimes, these Neptunian influences are simply sublime: they evoke love, compassion and forgiveness, but more usually they preside over confusion and mis-communications. There’s no need to push the panic button, but you should be more prepared to question information received and to follow through any anomalies. And this advice is not related to finance alone, but to life in general and relationships in particular.
19th July 2004 - 25th July 2004
Great things are achieved in an astrological climate like this. You can tackle a huge job, get to grips with a complex issue, and you can get rid of a burden that has been on your shoulders for some while. However, you may not be jumping around with joy. Ideally, you should be using these influences to confront a bogey of one sort or another - that way you will reach the end of the week with a great sense of accomplishment. But if instead other people take matters into their own hands, giving you ultimatums and a generally hard time, do your best to remain upbeat and philosophical. What comes into being now has been in the pipe-line for some time, whether you are the architect of such events or on the receiving end.
26th July 2004 - 1st August 2004
The working week looks fairly run of the mill, but the weekend is an altogether different story. There is both excitement and change in the picture - perfect if you’re about to set off on vacation or planning to meet with a fun group of people, but not so wonderful if you were anticipating a quiet, routine weekend. This could also prove to be a decisive few days for money matters: these influences help you finalize agreements and bring an end to unwelcome financial burdens, but they could reveal an error in your accounting system too. In the event of a revelation or a sudden change of circumstances - not necessarily in regard to finances - wait until the dust has settled before casting a final verdict.
2nd August 2004 - 8th August 2004
The lovely Venus enters the area of love and partnership on Saturday, so you are at the beginning of a four-week season of happy romantic developments and improved relations with others. At least that’s the theory! Venus is also on a mission to make you aware of people who are failing to support you, and who may be enemies at heart, therefore the next few weeks could bring an end to a personal or working alliance. With this in mind, should someone make an excuse now or give you an explanation that does not ring true, do not hesitate to look into the matter. While the occasional white lie can serve a useful purpose, you do not want to waste time, energy and feelings on someone who or something that is not made of the right stuff.
9th August 2004 - 15th August 2004
Offers and opportunities that arise this week should be grabbed with both hands. Uranus and Pluto are for once completely on your side, helping you to find and keep love, and generally bringing worthwhile people into your life. Sometimes Capricorn can be rather cautious when it comes to love and romance but if you are deeply attracted to someone, now is the time to make your feelings clear. Mercury’s retrograde turn could interfere with the pace of a relationship, if not the speed of life generally, but you should have high hopes for the future of a love affair begun now and confidence about a decision taken in regard to a romantic or working association.
16th August 2004 - 22nd August 2004
Don't you sometimes get frustrated with your role as the sensible, reliable and conscientious member of the zodiac? Isn't there a dare-devil within screaming to get out? Don't you long to offload your responsibilities and head for the hills? Well, you've got your chance this week. Suppressed feelings erupt with the force of Vesuvius and your tolerance threshold for the dreary and the useless is at an all time low. On the plus side, you may be able to get away from the rat-race now, and plunge yourself into activities of a more pleasurable nature but, on the downside, a personal or professional commitment may go by the board. Have no regrets about what you walk away from now - such events have been a long time coming.
23rd August 2004 - 29th August 2004
Dare to do something different this week, and you could not only surprise others but yourself. The axis of travel and communications is under Uranus so there are opportunities to broaden your life-palate. Ideally you should take this chance to explore new territory, not only in the sense of different places but in regard to activities and interests, so don't let your love of the safe and the familiar hold you back. Also, news from afar could alter your personal or professional horizons, and vice versa, you could suddenly change your mind about an arrangement or a relationship. Whatever your plans for the week ahead, don't set them in stone.
30th August 2004 - 5th September 2004
Venus is usually a welcome visitor to the area of relationships, but when she connects to Saturn - which she does on the 31st - she has serious business in mind. On the plus side, organizations will be ready to make a decision about you now, so that contracts and agreements will soon be on the table, but on the minus side, you may run into some real opposition. If you sense someone is not on your side, now would be the time to look for other avenues of support, and in the event of a difficult discussion with an individual or a company do not go on the defensive but offer alternative solutions. You haven't run out of road; you've just reached a junction.
6th September 2004 - 12th September 2004
Planets in the area of far horizons help you further an ambition, and, indeed, take you far, both in the sense of travel and experience. All this is to your benefit, of course, but with these same planets angling Pluto this week, you may well encounter a rather large obstacle on your travels. If you have to cancel a trip or someone decides that a commitment cannot be fulfilled, albeit because of circumstances beyond everyone's control, try not to feel too frustrated. There is an element of fate to events at the moment, and what may seem to be bringing an end to a situation is instead starting you off on a whole new track.
13th September 2004 - 19th September 2004
Capricorns are planners and leaders, so what are you waiting for? If you allow other people to make the decisions, and if all your ducks are in a row yet you're still looking for back-up, you will have lost your momentum. Admittedly, this has not been an easy few weeks and there is some justification for any anxiety, but what separates the winners from the losers is the ability to act on your beliefs and to make a choice that other people will not thank you for - at least in the short term. Travel and distant places figure prominently in your stars, as do long-term plans and objectives. You know you can go far - surely it's worth a little effort and hassle now.
20th September 2004 - 26th September 2004
Steadfast, stoical Capricorn, after some months of hard labour signs of success begin to appear. On Saturday, expansive Jupiter reaches the mid-heaven of your solar chart for a year-long stay, and while there are no guarantees that you will win the lottery, reach the top of the career tree and find perfect love, by this time next year you should have a major achievement under your belt, and you will certainly have been enriched by your experiences. And given this week's spectacular alignments, by making a move now, whether for personal or professional purposes, such predictions could come about sooner rather than later. Aim your arrows of ambition high, and don't let a recent set-back dim your sights.
27th September 2004 - 3rd October 2004
These stunning alignments should be capitalized upon, before you let a boat of opportunity leave port. Especially if you have a December birthday, Jupiter is encouraging you to act on your beliefs and go all out to achieve one or more major ambitions. Seeds sown at this time - whenever your birthday - will bear great fruit in the future, although some Capricorns may be about to taste those fruits of success now. Sometimes, Jupiter makes a difficulty worse, so there is a chance that a molehill of a problem on the job or family front will become a mountain now, but by acting decisively and making a cutback of some description, the situation will be resolved.
4th October 2004 - 10th October 2004
As one of the more traditional and cautious signs of the zodiac, this week's fast-paced, innovative stars may not altogether suit you. However, sometimes the old ways are not the best ways and instead of clinging to the past you need to look to the future. Aside from the possibility that you are about to incorporate some new technology into your working or domestic life, you could also be on the point of making a career change or taking up a new interest. Any change of course you make now could and should augment your life, so don't reject an offer that flies in the face of convention or, indeed, ignore your own instincts should they threaten to upend a way of life or a personal/professional association.
11th October 2004 - 17th October 2004
A solar eclipse on the mid-heaven of your chart heralds a new branch on your life-path. Now, this will take different forms for each Capricorn but top of the list of possibilities is a major career or family development, and within the next three to six months. However, this week's events could play a key part in what happens a little further down the line. At this time discussions with employers or people who are important to you will either strengthen your position or they will raise doubts in your mind. In the case of the latter, do not head into denial mode but look in new directions for your happiness and success. While Saturn may indicate that a road is running out, the eclipse ensures a new one is coming into view.
18th October 2004 - 24th October 2004
You of all the signs respond well to taskmaster, Saturn, so this week's developments could be entirely to your liking. Saturn helps you consolidate and make solid and durable progress, however, this planet is not the party-animal of the solar system... Debts get repaid under Saturn, old scores are settled, and facts and figures become the currency of the moment. You also get to see who of your friends and colleagues is really behind you and who is actively against you. Thus, this mid-October period is one when long-term bonds can be struck and some old commitments and alliances ended. At the very least, the week ahead will contain a moment of truth - what you do about it is up to you.
25th October 2004 - 31st October 2004
One of the pluses about full moons on the creative axis of your solar chart is that they indicate the end of a gestation period - something you have been labouring with is now ready to see the light of day - but when that full moon is eclipsed, this theme is etched in techni-colour. Aside from the possibility that a baby is shortly to be born, either to your family or a friend's, results could be about to come in, or you may receive answers to a question posed some time ago. There is also a chance that what has been a platonic friendship is about to become a lot deeper and more passionate. In a nutshell, this is a week of awakenings, understandings and deliverance.
1st November 2004 - 7th November 2004
Saturn and Jupiter carry equal weight at the moment, so if one situation appears to be stuck in a groove, another could be taking off like a rocket. Saturn always reveals a flaw in our planning and shows us our boundaries, so if you have made any kind of error you'll probably discover the extent of the damage this week. Nevertheless, your chart is not without serious signs of success, and this would be an appropriate time to accept promotion or to take on a big responsibility that will add to your stature and reputation. Half the battle with a conflicting set of influences like these is being able to see where your priorities lie, not other people's.
8th November 2004 - 14th November 2004
You may receive some information to your advantage, whether this comes in the form of a conversation with a friend or colleague, or whether an organization gets in touch with you. And in the same spirit of communication, you can bring an idea that has been percolating in your mind to the attention of those who can act upon it. Indeed, the theme of the week is good communications. In sharp contrast, however, Saturn's change of direction (8th) indicates the beginning of a three-month period during which a project or an association may go into reverse. My advice is to put your energies behind those things that are taking wing, and not to fret and fuss about those things that are not.
15th November 2004 - 21st November 2004
Nothing is given to you with an open hand this week, by which I mean, there will be clauses and caveats attached to every offer and negotiation: you might get paid for a job, but it won't be as much as you thought, you could be successful in your efforts, but there will be a delay in receiving your just deserts - that sort of scenario. And when it comes to love, romance and relationships, princes come dressed in frog outfits and princesses turn out to have webbed feet! However, what you come to terms with - warts and all - will have some very worthwhile aspects to it, and any agreements, commitments or decisions you reach will be made of super-glue.
22nd November 2004 - 28th November 2004
A healthy respect for the past is one thing; being tied to it quite another - a message being uttered long and loud by this week's stars. The sun has just slipped into the subterranean twelfth house, so you are a little more sensitive and a lot less focused. This is no bad thing, of course, but it does mean that you could misinterpret a situation or fail to see the signs of impending change. One antidote is to take more rest and to cut down your schedule - that way you'll have the time and the energy to spot a crack before it turns into a chasm! Another remedy is to acknowledge where there is room for change in your life, and to prepare the way for it to come in.
29th November 2004 - 5th December 2004
Life is not very straight-forward this week. You'll need to chase up information and ensure that everyone is singing from the same hymn sheet, so to speak. While this trend could be mildly annoying where social events are concerned, it could be seriously awkward where finances are involved. Aside from being a little more careful with valuables and money, you need to be meticulous with financial transactions and agreements. Look at the small print, and get iron-clad guarantees. By sharp contrast, this could also be a very romantic and sentimental few days - enough to twang your heartstrings quite beautifully.
Dreams are made of this...
6th December 2004 - 12th December 2004
You may have been concentrating on one issue to the detriment of another, by which I mean you may have missed a developing situation due to other pressures on your time and attention. Pluto likes nothing better than to bring that which is hidden into the light, so while it is entirely possible that this week's events will prove utterly heart-warming, there is also the prospect of a rude awakening. It may be that you have misunderstood somebody's motives or intentions, or that a seemingly insignificant incident to you is in fact a big deal to someone else. You still have room to manouevre but you shouldn't underrate the opposition.
A revealing week.
13th December 2004 - 19th December 2004
Just one more week to go, and the sun will be in your sign replenishing your stores of optimism and energy, and Mercury will be direct, easing the wheels of commerce and communication. But, as they say, a week is a long time in astrology ! And with the great planetary stirrers, Uranus and Pluto, in charge of events, the week ahead may well have more than its share of hitches and glitches. My advice is to take note of any anomalies without launching an offensive, and in the event of a major upset, avoid responding in the heat of the moment. When Mercury rights itself (20th) new information could come to light and a situation may change yet again.
Don't rush to judgment.
20th December 2004 - 26th December 2004
On the 21st, the sun comes out of hibernation and into your sign, thus helping you regain your clarity and vitality. And you'll need all the energy and direction you can muster since the next seven days have much to offer in the way of unexpected developments. It may be that a matter that has been puzzling you for the past few weeks now makes sense, but you have very little time to act on the new information. On the other hand, you may have been feeling distinctly disenchanted with the Christmas hullabaloo but suddenly you're in the mood to party. Whatever the scenario, the weekend with its full moon, shows you in no uncertain terms what and who really matter.
Christmas revelations.
27th December 2004 - 2nd January 2005
You could be feeling the need for peace and quiet but with Mars and Uranus on the astrological menu, the chances of finding some space are looking distinctly slim. On the other hand, if you've put work and duties on the back burner and are ready to party, you've got the perfect package. The only problem with Uranian forces is that they can cause havoc with planned events and the surprise card they produce is not always greeted with enthusiasm. Still, if you've been longing for something - anything ! - to refresh the senses and give you a whole new outlook, here it comes with bells and whistles.
A surprise package.
3rd January 2005 - 9th January 2005
The best way to start this week would be to not start it at all ! Well, maybe that would be an extreme response to these stirring alignments but if you are already feeling fragile and nursing a severe case of post-Christmas lethargy, you won't be in the mood to deal rationally and reasonably with events. Appliances and those things intended to make life easier will indeed have a life of their own, so you could have your time cut out rectifying annoying problems and coping with people who are anything but calm and cooperative. But all this aside, what you achieve through your trials and tribulations and what comes through will add to your reputation - and your bank of knowledge and experience !
Patience, patience.
10th January 2005 - 16th January 2005
So, which would you like first, the good news or the bad? Actually, there's nothing intrinsically bad about these influences, it's just that I wouldn't describe them as joyous. Monday's new moon in your sign sets a new year-long cycle in motion: it is a propitious time to start anything new - a relationship, a job, even a diet ! You also have Venus and Mercury in your sign, which increases your charm and adds to your powers of persuasion. The only planet standing in your way of complete success is Saturn. Reaping a harvest is one interpretation of this astro-scape, realizing you have a large boulder in your path is another. Take it slowly.
Creating boundaries.
17th January 2005 - 23rd January 2005
According to the astrology, a new day has dawned, but even without solid evidence of improvements, you should sense a subtle shift in one or more situations. This is partly to do with Mercury, the planet of communication, providing you with new ideas and better ways to transmit them, but also you may have gained a better attitude to a difficulty or disappointment. In seeking answers or in achieving a goal, avoid going to the middle man, and head directly to the top. People in positions of power may not be as resistant to your ideas as you may fear; indeed, you may already be in line for an offer. By showing courage and thinking big you will at the very least earn the respect of someone of importance.
Believe in yourself.
24th January 2005 - 30th January 2005
If you have been putting off making a difficult decision, or getting down to a challenging task, this week's alignments will help you do so. There is an aura of reality and reckonings about life, whether you reach some final conclusions about a situation or whether events amount to an ending of some description. People in general and partners in particular may not be very sensitive to your needs or generous at this time, however, you can do much to dissolve a wall of resistance by displaying tolerance and understanding. In roughly five months time, you will come to see the wisdom and the consequences of the actions you now take.
Cause and effect.
31st January 2005 - 6th February 2005
You are one of the most practical and methodical signs of the zodiac, especially where money is concerned, however, you will need to be more than usually rigorous in your financial dealings this week. People may not intend to mislead you, nor is it a case of things being too good to be true, but with a series of aspects to Neptune, facts and figures could do a disappearing act. And while you should pay close attention to money and valuables you should also make sure that your self-worth is in tact. Do not let anyone undermine or undervalue you - knowing your real worth is not an ego-trip, it's the key to success.
Keep your eye on the ball.
7th February 2005 - 13th February 2005
Not for a long time has the area of money and values looked so perky. There are many ways in which your financial circumstances can improve now, but a more bullish attitude to earning money or dealing with a fiscal problem is a step in the right direction. Indeed, almost any situation that is currently limping along will benefit from a more aggressive approach. Since late September Jupiter has been endeavouring to expand your life, and certainly to boost your ambitions, but it may take until this February for you to see some real results. An offer or an opportunity should be seized now, so don't play too hard to get or waste time and energy examining potential flaws.
A boat of opportunity.
14th February 2005 - 20th February 2005
If you have the time and the opportunity, try to put the real world on hold for the coming week and make room instead for the spiritual and the divine. Neptune is once again at the centre of the astrological story, so your focus could be less than sharp - indeed your attention could be on far more romantic things. On a good day, like Thursday the 17th, you can hardly go wrong - your every move seems divinely inspired - yet at the same time you may fight your instincts and rely instead on common sense and past experience. Don't, because in the process you could miss a valuable opportunity. Whatever the week holds for you in terms of real life events, there is a greater meaning and purpose behind them.
A divine week.
21st February 2005 - 27th February 2005
You may be the great traditionalist of the zodiac but that doesn't mean you cannot ring in the changes when appropriate. And that time has come. Taking a giant leap of faith is one interpretation of these ground-breaking influences; travelling to an unfamiliar destination is another; and in between there are a whole variety of ways in which you can tread new ground. The only problem is that you may not be the one in control: in other words how you enter new territory could be through an unexpected set of circumstances. Events and other people may not conform to your expectations this week - they may exceed them!
Going the distance.
28th February 2005 - 7th March 2005
There is great virtue in standing by someone or sticking with a situation when times are bad but sometimes letting go is the right thing to do, and this may well be the case at the moment. If someone offers you an opportunity to change an aspect of your life this could be the time to take it, regardless of the effect it will have on others. Now, I am not urging you to be cruel or insensitive to other people's needs and feelings but I am suggesting that you make an executive decision - you put your interests first. There is nothing small and insignificant about this astro-scape - it's a big deal, and situations stand or fall on the actions taken.
Sink or swim.
7th March 2005 - 13th March 2005
Mars in your sign has been urging you to get moving on projects and helping you find the energy and focus with which to achieve an ambition or two. You may have seen some success for your efforts recently; conversely you may have met with more than your share of aggravation. Saturn now comes on board, probably in the form of an advisor or supporter, who will show you how to strengthen your position. Saturn is a wise teacher, but not a generous one, so you may face some harsh criticism this week, or an obstacle of some description may appear. Whether you are setting the seal on a deal or returning to the drawing board, it will all work out in time.
A lesson in patience.
14th March 2005 - 20th March 2005
Sunday marks the end of a six-week cycle of intense activity, or in some cases considerable aggravation. Mars has been transiting your sign and although this feisty planet has its pluses - you can pursue your ambitions with gusto, for instance, and you can stand up to any amount of opposition - a restful and stress-free existence is not part of the package. Now it seems a final push is necessary, either to slot something neatly into place or to convince others of your ideas and intentions. There is an element of fate about this week's events, however, this does not mean you should give up the fight - whether you succeed or fail, your efforts are what truly count.
Everything to play for.
21st March 2005 - 27th March 2005
Easter's events could be full of nostalgia. You could be spending time with the family and reconnecting with old and once familiar faces; on the other hand you could be far away from home but reliving the past in some way. March has been a turbulent month in astrological terms but this week represents a respite from the storm. Sweeter influences preside over events great and small and especially if there have been tensions or upsets within the family circle there are signs of peace and opportunities for reconciliations. The home itself could also be the focus for a make-over: indeed, it appears that beauty begins at root level in every sense of the phrase.
Harmony reigns.
28th March 2005 - 3rd April 2005
Easter may have been early this year but it has taken place under beautiful stars. Thus, if you are feeling less than pleased with life might I suggest that you stop looking at that glass and seeing it half empty when it is, in truth, half full. Not only does expansive Jupiter bring his benign influence to bear on events this week, but with the moon in your sign between the 1st and 3rd, you may be basking in the spotlight and certainly able to exert your influence and your charms where they are needed most. The weekend is indeed one of the most joyful since the year began - perfect for a grand celebration or simply doing what pleases you most.
That holiday feeling.
1st April 2005 - 30th April 2005
4th April 2005 - 10th April 2005
This could be one of the most important weeks of 2005. Saturn and a solar eclipse point to an event that will etch itself in your memory for a long time to come, especially if you have a 7th-11th January birthday. And since Saturn is currently transiting the zone of relationships, it's not just your actions and decisions that make this a week to remember but other people in general and partners in particular. This is an ideal time to put signatures to contracts and to make life-long commitments, yet it is also a period in which you may reluctantly have to let go of a long-standing arrangement. Whatever the case, doubts and dreams have no place here: it's all about reality.
Putting your money where your mouth is.
11th April 2005 - 17th April 2005
The areas of home and money are under the astro-microscope now, whether you are currently involved in a house sale/purchase or making domestic changes that will add to the value of your property. Then again, these same influences could be breeding happiness in family circles and giving you cause to count your blessings. But whatever the state of your domestic or financial circumstances this is an ideal week to make moves aimed at increasing your monetary position and making your life - and the people with whom you share it - happier. Thanks also to miracle-worker, Neptune, a dream of an opportunity could suddenly appear.
Counting your blessings.
18th April 2005 - 24th April 2005
Lunar eclipses up the emotional amps, so if you know you have a difficult meeting this week or you sense that someone is not entirely happy with life, love and you, get out your diplomatic bag and consider the advantages of bribery! Then again, if you're expecting a new arrival or preparing for a special date, the reason for any tears could be pure happiness. The most creative and self-fulfilling area of your horoscope is in focus now, so this could also be a time when you launch a new endeavour or begin a new romantic association. However, in keeping with a new beginning, loose ends must be tied up first. Indeed, the central message of Sunday's eclipse is that the end of a chapter is nigh.
Closing the book.
25th April 2005 - 1st May 2005
There are two ways to interpret these influences - a dream come true or pie in the sky. Both Jupiter and Neptune have a tendency to distort reality, the former making situations seem bigger and better than they truly are, and raising optimism to unrealistic levels, while the latter is the master of mystery and illusion. So, although this week may produce a success story you should not set too much store by casual offers or people who cannot back their ideas and assurances with solid evidence. These stars are wonderful for romance and pleasure but dangerous for investing in those things that demand large sums of money, time and feelings.
Guarantees please.
2nd May 2005 - 8th May 2005
The last few weeks may have created some doubts in your mind or produced a situation that appears to make no sense at all. We could blame Neptune for all the uncertainty but there is also a chance that you have become rather blinkered about a situation, therefore you are unable to see its reality. And here's where this week's alignments come in. By the weekend you should be able to see the truth for yourself and reach a conclusion that enables you to move on. Partners in particular and other people in general represent your teachers at the moment, and whether they're being tough or tender, it's all in your best interests.
Look further than the end of your nose.
9th May 2005 - 15th May 2005
It may be more comfortable for Capricorn to know that life runs along well-oiled tracks and that people you love or with whom you work are predictable, but it's not good for you to become stuck in a giant rut. And if there was a danger of this happening, Sunday's Mars-Uranus conjunction should soon eradicate the threat. It could be that someone informs you of a change of heart or that a project will have to be considerably altered in order to keep it going. Adaptability and the willingness to negotiate are what you will need this week, and should you yourself want to implement a change, this is the time to do so, regardless of the controversy you may cause.
A fork in the path.
16th May 2005 - 22nd May 2005
Oh, the joys of planet Uranus! Should you experience an unexpected announcement this week, take it in your stride: with this eccentric influence colouring life and love, your expectations of how someone will react or what a group of people might do could be way off the mark. What is not immediately obvious from these weird and wonderful alignments is whether you will be happily stunned by events or knocked sideways by them. While you can do little about other people's actions, however, you do have authority over your own: with this in mind, isn't it about time you brought to an end a deeply unsatisfactory commitment?
Making the break.
23rd May 2005 - 29th May 2005
This is the ideal week in which to survey your life in order to see what can be thrown out or recycled, and what should remain in place. It may become apparent that some things are simply not what they used to be, and although you have a great respect for tradition and a deep mistrust of the new and untried, a change is not just overdue but something that will benefit you immensely. With this in mind, don't resist plans put forward now by employers, and welcome any developments that could take you in a new direction. In a few short weeks, what currently seems a disruption to life's smooth tempo and texture will be proving more than worthwhile.
A nip and tuck exercise.
30th May 2005 - 5th June 2005
On Friday, loving and giving Venus enters the zone of relating for a month-long stay during which you could patch up a torn alliance and certainly bring more romance into a close, intimate relationship. And if you are single and seeking someone special, Venus will do her best to aid your cause. However, these happy prospects may not be immediately apparent this week, largely due to the combined force of Uranus and Pluto. These two planets end old orders and bring new ones into being, and while they serve to enrich our lives and help us to grow, they rarely get a standing ovation for it at the time. Prepare to be enlightened.
Eliminating the negative.
6th June 2005 - 12th June 2005
If you can find Venus in the night sky, keep your eyes trained on her because she is truly your shining light at the moment. Currently working her way through the area of relationships, she is encouraging you to believe in the power of love and if nothing else to recognize that there are people out there who care about you and have much to offer you. Elsewhere in the cosmos there is discord, so if you are experiencing a difficulty maybe now is the moment to reach out to an individual who or an organization that could help. Conversely, events this week could put an end to a worry and you may be able to bring a blue-print into reality.
A week of extremes.
13th June 2005 - 19th June 2005
Venus continues to shine her way through the relationship zone, so somewhere, somebody loves you. And this thought should keep you sane and serene during a week when around and about you there is conflict and chaos. Paradoxically, it is when the alignments are as challenging as this that life takes a positive turn and situations that have been going nowhere finally begin to move, however, the way that such developments come about could be less than smooth, and are invariably accompanied by a chorus of dismay. You may not be able to change what happens at this time, but you can change what you do about it.
Rise above it.
20th June 2005 - 26th June 2005
Usually, there is only one full moon in your sign each year, but in 2005 there are two, so you are fortunate in having two opportunities to feel supremely empowered. Not only does Wednesday's full moon contain this theme but also Sunday's Venus-Saturn conjunction, and since the area of relationships is involved the moment may well have come to say I do or I don't! Marriage is the perfect expression of these aspects - the full moon unites opposites while Venus and Saturn make love solid and lasting. However, these same influences can reveal the weaknesses in other people and the flaws in relationships, thus disappointments could lead to divisions and departures.
Making or breaking bonds.
27th June 2005 - 3rd July 2005
Jupiter has roughly three months left in the zone of ambitions and life-direction, so if you have not yet experienced a professional bonanza, or at least made some progress career-wise, there is still some time in which improvements can be expected. And this week is one of those occasions when Jupiterian opportunities appear and headway can be made. While your job looks to be the main beneficiary of these upwardly mobile influences you could also be on the receiving end of an invitation that will broaden the scope of your life and certainly show you an alternative way to handle a trying situation. Good things happen under these stars.
Opportunity knocks.
4th July 2005 - 10th July 2005
With less than two weeks to go before Saturn makes his long-awaited exit from the seventh house of love and relating, there are already signs of fresh starts. Wednesday's new moon in this area is the first indication that a new cycle is beginning for affairs of the heart and for relationships of all kinds. Some Capricorns can look forward to a brand new romance while others will be kicking over the traces of a difficult two years, if not getting over a serious romantic disaster, and moving onward and upward. Add to this some gentle aspects to Neptune and Jupiter and your fortunes could be about to change in the most welcome of ways.
Fresh starts.
11th July 2005 - 17th July 2005
On the 16th Saturn sets sail out of the area of love and relating, hopefully leaving you a better and wiser person. While some Capricorns will have made lasting bonds under Saturn and seen a close personal relationship strengthen through crises, others will have parted company with certain individuals and organizations, and experienced little help and support from others. This pattern is now set to change, although you may still have to be ultra cautious with any financial partnerships and even the most loving unions could be subject to periodic disagreements over money. This aside, the current alignments point to joyful events and the prospect of even happier times to come.
A change for the better.
18th July 2005 - 24th July 2005
A second full moon in your sign provides yet another opportunity for you to set the seal on an arrangement and to finalize matters with a partner or an organization. In this astrological climate you can tie up loose ends and get your ducks neatly in a row, and if you have been in any doubt as to what you should do about a situation, you'll know exactly what must be done. This having been said, with Mercury, the planet of movement and interaction, going into reverse thrust on Saturday should a project suddenly stall or someone require time for a re-think, remain cautiously optimistic - within three weeks everything could be back on track.
Closure and completion.
25th July 2005 - 31st July 2005
Mars-Saturn connections are not known for breeding unbridled joy but they can bring solidity and certainty to those things that were once just a scrambled set of possibilities. Technically, the area of finance is in the frame here, making this the right time to sure up financial structures and to set the seal on long-term agreements. However, where love and romance are concerned, this astro-scape is somewhat dour. You'd be better handling a relationship with a light touch now, giving a loved one space and reassuring him or her in the event of any fears and insecurities. Indeed, this is one weekend when a relationship can take a whole new course.
Sunshine and showers.
1st August 2005 - 7th August 2005
This is a good moment to invest in your career or an ambition that is close to your heart. Divine links between the areas of life-direction and finance promote successful meetings and discussions, and even if money isn't at the heart of this week's dialogues, you should receive support of the emotional kind. Neptune is also in the mix, and while this mysterious planet can weave beautiful magic over a relationship or a special event, it can also blind people to reality. I don't mean to burst your balloon, merely encourage you to remember the Capricorn rules of life - risks of any sort should never be undertaken without an insurance policy and an escape hatch.
Head over heart.
8th August 2005 - 14th August 2005
You can usually be relied upon to be the voice of common sense but these complicated alignments could throw even you off balance. Finances and relationships are centre stage so while your stores of compassion and love could be overflowing, so too could your overdraft! It may be that an organization has made a computing mistake or perhaps a partner has forgotten a small financial detail, but whatever weird developments transpire this week, it seems human error is at the base of it. At best this is a time when other people inspire great things in you - and vice versa - but at worst, you could find yourself trying to find the needle of truth in that proverbial haystack.
Patience, patience.
15th August 2005 - 21st August 2005
A divine link between Neptune in the area of self-worth and Jupiter in the zone of ambitions, could considerably brighten your sights. A dream of an opportunity could appear now or someone could come back to you with an offer. There is much to be gained from acts of kindness at the moment, and there is much that a leap of faith can do to a seemingly hopeless situation. Add to this Venus's arrival at the top of your chart, and you could be looking at the beginning of a highly fulfilling phase of the year. Indeed, you have roughly four weeks in which to impress an individual or an organization, so don't lose any time sending off your resumes and making sweet overtures.
Make use of the tail wind.
22nd August 2005 - 28th August 2005
August has produced an abundance of whodunits, why's and wherefore's, mostly thanks to that master of illusion, Neptune. Now, at the close of the month, this planet has gathered enough steam to create the mystery of mysteries, so start as you mean to go on, examining the evidence and questioning anything that and anyone who sets off your radar. It will be easy to become carried away with a great offer or venture, and while down to earth Capricorn needs to have the occasional holiday on cloud nine, this is never advisable where money is involved. Keep your eye on your valuables and don't invest a cent unless the object of your desires comes with a life-long guarantee.
Don't miss a trick.
29th August 2005 - 4th September 2005
According to some, the secret of a long and fulfilling life is to try a new thing every day - something innately alien to Capricorn, the traditionalist, however, if ever there was an opportunity to try out such a notion, it would be this week. A series of pioneering influences in the zone of communications indicates that a change of outlook would be beneficial now - or at the very least taking a look at a situation from a different angle. All right, this may not be the smoothest week on record but if you have found yourself complaining that you know exactly how a certain person will behave or that nothing ever surprises you, get ready to eat your words.
The surprise card.
5th September 2005 - 11th September 2005
September as a whole is a month of opportunity and change but if you've been craving new faces and places this is the best week in which to find them. An unexpected invitation could alter your horizons, whether in terms of travel or experience, and although you are a sign that respects tradition and prefers to take its time when reaching decisions of any sort, going with your instincts and breaking with the past is preferable now. Try not to regret any enforced changes and do your best to stand back should someone else wish to go his or her own sweet way. Nothing and no one thrives in captivity, and by setting someone or something free you are empowered.
Let go.
12th September 2005 - 18th September 2005
You are in the ideal position to make good long-term decisions. With the sun and Mercury in the zone of distant horizons, you have clarity and perspective, so much so that you may need to intercede on behalf of a friend or colleague who is about to make a self-destructive move. Saturn and Pluto are key players this week, and while these planets bring out your best, other people could be losing their proverbial heads. What may help is looking into the past or seeking advice from someone far away. Certainly, the appearance of situations belies their depth and magnitude. Once this week is over, a burden will have been lifted.
A depth-charged week.
19th September 2005 - 25th September 2005
The 20th marks the beginning of one of the most go-ahead periods of the year. Between now and the end of October planets at the zenith of your solar chart focus their energies on your career and mainstream ambitions. Plans that have been in preparation for some months are ready to materialize and if you've been waiting for the perfect moment to promote yourself, your talents and your wishes, here it comes. My only reservation is based on Saturday's Venus-Neptune get-together: while this twosome is wonderful for romance and fantasy it can cause miscalculations and misunderstandings. Thus you need to be on the look out for those things that look too good to be true.
Feet on the ground.
26th September 2005 - 2nd October 2005
Once or twice this year I have suggested caution in financial dealings but for a change I'm urging you to make an unorthodox move. Yes, it is always better to have ironclad guarantees and at least an agreement in writing, but occasionally trust and flexibility count for more. An offer made to you now may not be all that you want but it is heading in the right direction, therefore accepting a little less could ultimately lead to more. And while this advice applies first and foremost to career and material/financial matters, you may find that this same approach works for a personal and emotional situation too...
Less is more.
3rd October 2005 - 9th October 2005
Jupiter is nearing the end of its passage through the tenth house of career and life-direction, and it could well be going out in style. A series of connections beginning this week and ending later in the month between this planet and Mercury and the sun could provide a serious breeding ground for success. While the time may have come for organizations to approach you with offers and improvements, you too have the ability to impress others. And with two eclipses in October - the first taking place this Monday - you may well see the fulfilment of this prediction by early next week. Make a brave move now, and you won't regret it.
Faith backed action.
10th October 2005 - 16th October 2005
One of the plus points about Uranus is that life is never dull when he's around - strange, unpredictable, volatile, but never dull. With this in mind be prepared for someone to change his or her agenda and for opportunities to arise in the blink of an eye. This week also gives you a chance to change a long-established pattern and to bring something new to the table in regard to a personal or professional matter. And since romantic Venus is part of the package it is possible that someone will declare feelings for you now - or vice versa - or a relationship that has been conducted in secret is now discovered.
The surprise card.
17th October 2005 - 23rd October 2005
There may well be a link between current events and those of some six months ago. The year's eclipse pattern has been focusing on the roots of your life and this is yet another occasion when events, in many cases completely unforeseen, change a long-established pattern. On the one hand, this is the right time to recognize what aspects of home and family life are outdated and what activities, particularly of a professional nature, are no longer serving your needs and ambitions. And if changes are thrust upon you, turn your attention to what new routes will now be open to you rather than what you have lost or is beyond repair.
Moving on.
24th October 2005 - 30th October 2005
Jupiter has been lording it at the top of your chart for twelve months so you may well have experienced a promotion, achieved a major aspiration or merely gained deep sense of personal achievement; on the other hand, less than rewarding events could have whetted your appetite for success. Now, however, there is a going to be a subtle change of emphasis - in place of material gain, will come a need to find meaning and purpose in life, and you may well be drawn to more altruistic and humanitarian interests. And if this week produces a bolt from the blue maybe this is the very thing to head you in new and more meaningful directions.
A change in the wind.
31st October 2005 - 6th November 2005
Although this is not the brightest and most joyous of astro-scapes the arrival of Venus in your sign is worthy of a small celebration. You tend to be luckier under Venus and other people will see you in a favourable light, so if you have been waiting to make a pitch of any sort, do so from Saturday onwards. From the 5th relationships should also start to prosper, and if a romantic or business association has been under a cloud recently, now is the time to mend fences - and you should be the person to open up a dialogue. Whether or not Saturn and Uranus will speed your course this week rather depends but they will provide a welcome dose of reality.
Making sweet sounds.
7th November 2005 - 13th November 2005
You may be tearing your hair out over someone who is refusing to come clean. On the other hand a financial situation could be the cause of ambiguity. Normally, you are very astute and slow to draw conclusions but under pressure you could be tempted to make an unwise move now. Until you have all the facts keep those concerned on hold. Even if you feel very positive about an offer or opportunity that has recently come into view, you may not have all the pieces of the puzzle, and with communication chief, Mercury, heading retrograde next week, a period of delays and uncertainties is just beginning.
Hold your fire.
14th November 2005 - 20th November 2005
While the rest of the zodiac may be whinging and whining this week, you have the lovely Venus on your side, helping you make the most of any hold-ups and hitches. Indeed, the cancellation of an event or a block on a project could prove entirely beneficial to your cause. This is the right time to bring to an end a financial commitment that is draining your resources and the correct moment to curtail any situation that does not have your best interests at heart. Thus, should someone else take an action that appears to block your progress, assume that there is a good reason, and that in the not so distant future you will reap the benefits.
Divine intervention.
21st November 2005 - 27th November 2005
Each year late November begins a season of mists and murk, since the sun descends into the subterranean depths of the twelfth house. Ideally, you should choose this moment to withdraw from the hurly burly of the rat race in order to commune with the inner-you. However, since a month's retreat may be well nigh impossible at least bear in mind that from this point you will be more sensitive and situations may become increasingly obscure. Indeed, should you now face a sudden change in the direction of a business endeavour or you hit a financial rut in the road, it may help to leave well alone for now and to ponder on the deeper reasons for any apparent reversal of fortune.
Dig deep for answers.
28th November 2005 - 4th December 2005
While Mercury's turn direct will unravel any communication knots and enable you to firm up arrangements, Tuesday's sun-Uranus link adds an element of the unusual and unforeseen to events. Indeed, you may find that something you had assumed was set in cement is in a very crumbly state. This does not mean that an endeavour is completely caput because after a re-think and a reschedule it could once again be back on board. You may also receive news related to a financial matter, which will ease your cash-flow situation, however, you must still be on the watch for individuals who and organizations that put their interests before yours...
Cause for cautious optimism.
5th December 2005 - 11th December 2005
December can be a month of parties and celebrations, and it seems this year you will have more than your share of invitations and opportunities to bask in the limelight - indeed, this week could contain the first of these happy events. While there is always a downside to any planetary coupling, since you tend to be one of the more cautious members of the zodiac I am going to urge you to believe the best in people at this time, and to have faith in any offers or possibilities that are being dangled in front of your nose. Jupiter is centre stage so there is nothing small and insignificant about events that take place now.
A promise of things to come.
12th December 2005 - 18th December 2005
Life is complex at the moment - in fact you may not be able to see the wood for the trees - thus, your best bet would be to lie low and let other people blaze a trail. On the plus side, a dynamic link between Jupiter and Saturn could present you with a great business opportunity or a chance to resolve a financial problem, and even though you may feel unsure whether or not to accept what is offered, you should at least demonstrate your interest. On the other hand, if a work related matter blows up in your face, so to speak, allow the dust to settle before trying to set wrongs to rights. This is a power-packed week, and one when the wise withdraw to a place of sanctuary!
Get out of the firing line.
19th December 2005 - 25th December 2005
The sun's entry into your sign on the 21st restores order and gives you back your clarity. Indeed, you may also come to realize that what you had thought to be a three-act-tragedy such a short while ago has it comic aspects. Nonetheless, early in the week you may still need to remind yourself that other people are not as rational and reasonable as you... It is possible that someone has been keeping a situation under wraps, albeit with the best of intentions, so that the information now coming to light affects your arrangements or alters your view of a situation. My advice is to put any controversy on one side for the moment and focus on the festivities. Your long-term future is in good hands.
Bright lights and happy prospects.
26th December 2005 - 1st January 2006
Just in time to usher in one of the most promising years of the decade, Venus returns to your sign. This planet with the feel-good factor will continue to work on your behalf for the next ten weeks, giving your personal and professional plans something of a rocket-launch. For the moment Venus will be working in mysterious ways, since she is on a retreat, but once February comes in you'll start to see some serious results. As for this last week of 2005, there are realities to be faced and some difficult moments with close associates. Yet these things are temporary and should be set aside on the 31st in favour of fine wine and good companions.
The promise of things to come.
2nd January 2006 - 8th January 2006
On Tuesday Mercury enters your sign waking up your ideas and urging you to spread your influence far and wide. Now, this may mean that you are ready to take a trip for business or pleasure but journeys can be made in other ways, perhaps to bridge your differences with someone or to forge understandings. Venus may not be at her best retrograding through your sign but she is still a planet of good fortune, so you will lose nothing by making overtures to certain people at this point in time. These next two months are go-getting ones and while others may go get you, you'll need to have set out your market stall and done some advertising...
Don't lose a minute.
9th January 2006 - 15th January 2006
Relationships are in the frame now. With Venus in retrograde a romantic or working partnership could have cooled and with a full moon on the relationship axis on the 14th you may be tempted to believe that all is lost. However, I suggest keeping your options, and certainly a door, open for a few more weeks because once Venus turns direct there will be a shift in the situation. Not that a full moon is all bad news. In some cases Saturday's celestial events will mark the solemnization of a union or it will help you complete some unfinished business. Be positive and keep your heart open: love thrives in a warm climate.
Love always triumphs.
16th January 2006 - 22nd January 2006
This astrological climate is not best suited to Capricorn: you like to see precisely where you're going and what may prove to be an obstruction or a window of opportunity but there is a dense fog around one or more of your endeavours this week. It may be that money you had hoped would arrive has been held up, or that a financial agreement has become tied up in knots, but whatever the obstacle course, delaying your move could be to your advantage. Mistakes are easily made now and should you sense that someone is about to pull out of a commitment, allowing him or her time to think matters through can only help.
Wait and see.
23rd January 2006 - 29th January 2006
While the rest of the zodiac labours under the weight of Saturn you should be positively thriving. The financial zones are playing host to this week's planetary offerings enabling you to tie up monetary agreements and deal with all things of a fiscal nature - and successfully. Even if you are struggling to get back in balance or feeling somewhat strapped for cash, this astro-scape will do much to put you on the road to recovery. Not that finances are the only area to benefit from Saturn's consolidating influence - you can also set the seal on a partnership or see an idea come into reality. It's time to show people that you mean business.
Getting the figures right.
30th January 2006 - 5th February 2006
It's unlike you not to be on the ball with financial matters but there is a chance something will slip under the radar now. It could be that you will forget to pay a bill or that you will miss a meeting with a financial institution, either of which could create a minor problem with your accounts. And should you be dealing with accountants and the tax man, you will have to ensure that the figures add up. But perhaps the more challenging scenario would be the failure of someone else to repay a debt to you or an agreement that you were hoping would be signed, sealed and delivered gets postponed or even cancelled. Thus, right from the start of the week check that all systems are running to plan.
Prevention is better than a cure.
6th February 2006 - 12th February 2006
Finances have been on the astro-menu for the past couple of weeks so already you may have tied up any loose ends and reached a satisfactory conclusion regarding a monetary matter. However, if there is still a question mark hovering over a bill or sale/purchase, you may find matters take an even stranger turn this week. It could be that someone has made an error in calculation or that you have misunderstood a set of figures but whatever appears to be in knots can be untangled, and in your favour. If your instincts inform you where the finger of blame should be pointed, do some research behind the scenes before confronting anyone with your suspicions.
A shrimp short of a sea-food salad.
13th February 2006 - 19th February 2006
How sweet of Venus to remain in your sign for Valentine's Day. You will be at your most irresistible so even if a relationship has left you a little jaundiced, there might be someone or something else worthy of your attentions... Indeed, with Venus on side for a further three weeks you still have time to launch a major offensive, whether in regard to a personal or professional ambition. The week ahead has an unusual edge to it so you may find that by taking an individual or organization by surprise, you get a positive response, and by choosing an unconventional path an excellent result is achieved. Perhaps the world isn't exactly your oyster but in this ocean of plenty you can net a great catch.
A fishy story.
20th February 2006 - 26th February 2006
Are you overdue for a holiday? If you've had nothing but hassle since the year began, this is your chance to enjoy life and let others take over the duties. Mercury in the zone of travel and dialogue is happily hooked up to generous Jupiter urging you to escape the routine round by any and every means. Aside from travelling to places that and people who lift your spirits ideas exchanged and plans hatched lead to a sense of great well-being. Friendships and collaborative ventures thrive in this climate so if you have been meaning to contact a colleague or establishment with a view to putting a project into being, wait no more.
Expanding horizons.
27th February 2006 - 5th March 2006
Travel and dialogues have been under promising stars for the past couple of weeks so you may find that Pluto and Uranus continue the theme of widening horizons, taking you into new and welcome territory. However, these two planets are capricious, and they may instead inspire an unexpected change of plan, whether this involves a delay or detour when travelling or a change of heart on the part of a colleague or organization. What you will also need to bear in mind is that with Mercury's reversal on Thursday, decisions made now may well require modification or a total change in the future. Whatever you do, remain flexible and upbeat
Time will tell.
6th March 2006 - 12th March 2006
Are you ready to try something completely different? I hope so, because if these influences have anything to do with it you'll change more than your bedtime reading! Right from the start of the week you should set the wheels of change in motion by contacting an individual who or a company that could offer you more in the way of experience and fulfilment. You could also take a break from routine, even travel out of your usual territory. There is also a chance that a contract or commitment is coming to an end, so any steps you take to explore alternatives now would be in your best interests. Take a deep breath.
A new outlook.
13th March 2006 - 19th March 2006
If you are about to set off for distant lands, the planets are with you. Even though travel chief, Mercury, is in reverse thrust, your journeys will lead to growth, and certainly an expansion of your life horizons, both in terms of experience and outlook. Not that the next seven days are a breeze. An eclipsed full moon enables you to see what ambitions and endeavours are capable of realization and what requires more time. You may also need to make a cut-back or find another route in order to achieve your objectives. There is nothing intrinsically bad about the week ahead, but other people will not be bending over backwards to help you.
New horizons.
20th March 2006 - 26th March 2006
Family and property matters enter the spotlight - and for the next four to eight weeks. This is the beginning of a premium period for buying and selling property and for key developments within the family circle. It may take another couple of weeks for signs of the new to reveal themselves, so this might be the best moment to start to prepare the ground. Just how much Venus and Neptune will add to the sense of optimism and renewal rather depends: in some cases a financial worry will be miraculously resolved while in others, a risky investment could give you headaches a little further down the line. Be hopeful but not careless.
Better things to come.
27th March 2006 - 2nd April 2006
The roots of life are under extraordinary stars. In some cases, Wednesday's total solar eclipse heralds a new arrival in the family, whether by birth or marriage, or a change in domestic circumstances, perhaps even a house move. Yet for other Capricorns a long chapter of life is at an end and some new beginnings must be made, no matter how reluctant or anxious you may be. There are also some highly favourable influences over work and finances, which could lead to better job conditions and brighter monetary prospects. Indeed, should you be debating the wisdom of buying or selling a property, this might well be the perfect moment to do so.
Going forward, not back.
3rd April 2006 - 9th April 2006
If you have been beset by financial problems or waiting on someone to say yeah or neigh to a matter you may well see some progress this week. The world turns on alignments like these, although you are better waiting for others to show their hands first as opposed to your waging in like gang-busters. Mars and Pluto have the power to produce life-defining events, and at the very least this combo will get things moving and motoring. There could be news of big changes at work or you may feel that you have been unfairly treated by the powers that be - either way rolling with the punches is recommended for now.
Going with the flow.
10th April 2006 - 16th April 2006
Whatever the real season, your horoscope is full of spring-like influences. You should be able to see new shoots appearing, and, more importantly, ready to eliminate anything that will inhibit their growth. The home looks to be the main focus for a pruning operation, and even if you made an earlier decision to keep everything the same until you could afford to make changes, you may feel you have no choice other than to go ahead now. The full moon of the 13th ends a cycle that has been in play for a year, so while some celestial Goats will be ready to move on to new professional or domestic pastures, others will be restructuring their lives to accommodate a new order.
Clearing the decks.
17th April 2006 - 23rd April 2006
Mars is currently in your opposite sign, stirring your ambitions yet also breeding conflict and controversy. You cannot afford to dismiss a threat of any description at this time, whether someone represents your competition in a professional or romantic way or because a partner or colleague appears to be on the war-path. On the other hand your love life could benefit from a surge of new energy and enthusiasm. Certainly, your ability to attract the opposite sex is supercharged now, although you must also know that following your passion is sure to create ripples in certain circles.
Make love not war.
24th April 2006 - 30th April 2006
Your friend and ruler, Saturn, is back in action this week so if a financial matter has been bothering you or you have been wondering whether to make a major monetary commitment, now is the time to act. The rest of the zodiac tends to make a song and dance over Saturn so in a way you have an edge, by which I mean you can look beyond any temporary inconvenience to the long-term advantages of a given situation. So, you should have the courage of your convictions now, and the strength to overcome any critics or serious opposition. Life may not particularly bright and breezy but much can be accomplished.
Tough going.
1st May 2006 - 7th May 2006
These stars are as different from last week's as chalk is to cheese, so if you do nothing else, put a line under any recent difficulties and take Scarlet O'Hara's word for it - tomorrow is another day. On the 3rd Venus begins a month long stay in the area of home and family, encouraging you to surround yourself with beauty and love. So, a domestic make-over for some and the beginning of sweeter family relations for others. Adding to this happy prospect is the potential for a surprise gathering or a new collaborative endeavour. And in general a positive aura surrounds your affairs. Drop the cynical front, Capricorn - good things can happen to you.
Good prospects.
8th May 2006 - 14th May 2006
This is no astro-scape for a sensible, sure-footed Goat to traverse - there are just too many potholes and hair-pin bends. And, sadly, we're not talking journeys through the Swiss Alps here but finances. If you are signing a long-term agreement, be sure you have checked the small print and if you are making a major purchase, do seek a guarantee. I'm not trying to burst your balloon, merely informing you of the Neptunian fog that will be obscuring the view. And money may not be the only matter shrouded in mystery this week. A friend or colleague could be in need of help and understanding - if so, don't take his or her behaviour to heart.
Misleading signals.
15th May 2006 - 21st May 2006
This is the second week in a row in which Neptune's input is dominating life in general and finances in particular therefore there is still an element of uncertainty to contend with. Perhaps you have been waiting for confirmation of a salary increase or some other kind of financial assurance, and you cannot seem to obtain an answer: on the other hand, you may just be feeling the weight of your monetary responsibilities. In this kind of climate, hard facts are difficult to come by and your reasoning could also be flawed, so try not to stress yourself - draw on the memory that you have come through hard or strange times before and you will surely do so again.
Gaining a grip.
22nd May 2006 - 28th May 2006
There's a surprise element to these stars, which may manifest as an out of the blue invitation or an unexpected turn of events regarding a job situation. Your nature is to think long and hard before adopting a new strategy or going where you have never gone before so sometimes it is entirely thanks to unstable and electric influences like these that you get to make a shift of any description. What may be called for at this point is simply a shift in your opinion: once you have altered your perspective you will feel more comfortable with the new arrangements and the static that has interfered with good working relationships will dissipate overnight.
A new view.
29th May 2006 - 4th June 2006
This is an interesting week, especially for finances and those endeavours in which you have invested time, energy and heart. Venus and Saturn turn their combined attention to settling your affairs, whether this manifests as finally signing on the dotted line or recognizing that there is no more mileage to be gained from going any further. Certainly, there are signs of positive change in your chart, and it seems once you have dealt with a critical matter, whatever the outcome, you experience a sense of liberation. You can move on.
Getting there.
5th June 2006 - 11th June 2006
Just because something has to change at the last minute or someone refuses to see a situation precisely as you do is not the end of the world. Now, I know you rarely give up at the first post but you can be inordinately stubborn when it comes to protecting your interests, and this week the key to success is adapting to new systems and being prepared to change horses mid-stream, so to speak. Much of the astrological focus is placed on career, and there are indications of changes in the hierarchy and alterations to working conditions. Also, should you have been putting up with a problem in the hopes that it would resolve itself, the time for action has come.
Shake, rattle and roll!
12th June 2006 - 18th June 2006
Ruler, Saturn, hooks up to feisty Mars in the zone of finances and shared commitments. Thus the signal has sounded to tie up an agreement or make a radical move that has been in the pipeline for some time. There are no shades of pink about this astro-scape: everything is in black and white and, accordingly decisions must be made that are solid, watertight and will stand the test of time. Some Capricorns do well under such influences, adding to their long-term security and bringing matters well under control, however, others may feel that they have been denied somehow, and that their position has been weakened. Time will tell. For now, be patient and sensible.
Doing the right thing.
19th June 2006 - 25th June 2006
You can achieve much under stars like these. You can cement a friendship, nail your colours to the mast, whether in a professional capacity or personal relationship, and you can reap the benefits of past deeds. What you cannot afford to do is allow an overly negative prognosis to interfere with sound judgement. The facts may be out but there is still more than one way of responding to them, and while you do not want to put at risk the equivalent of your life savings, having faith in something or someone could be the way to go. On the 21st, the sun arrives in the zone of relating setting the stage for a month when supporters and competitors alike appear in force.
Faith-backed actions
26th June 2006 - 2nd July 2006
Good things come out of meetings and through other people. The sun, presently transiting the zone of partnership, is harmoniously linked to Jupiter ensuring longevity and success with new mergers and fresh endeavours - and established relationships will also receive a pleasant boost. While you are a self-motivated individual, and someone who is entirely capable of surviving, indeed thriving, as a solo act this is a period in which to join forces with others and allow partners and colleagues to help you. It is also a time when you have less of a say in what happens, and other people's circumstances tend to direct your course - all for the best, I have to say.
Sharing and caring.
3rd July 2006 - 9th July 2006
It's not like you to make a monetary mistake, but with a cluster of confusing influences in your financial zone, two and two could easily make five. Then again, it may not be you who is failing to add up correctly but an organization. Investments and property require the greatest of care, and should you be putting your name to a contract, be sure all the paperwork is sound. Finances aside, this could also be a period in which people fail to keep their promises or someone lets you down for seemingly inexplicable reasons. This trend will be operating in the background until the end of the month, so even if your transactions are problem free now, don't let your guard down.
Being smart.
10th July 2006 - 16th July 2006
On the 11th the only full moon in Capricorn this year occurs so aside from using the occasion to make a decision of the heart, you may find that events conspire to close a personal chapter of life. Indeed, this full moon provides a perfect opportunity for you to end an association that has served its purpose or to complete a process of some description. There is a strong sense of the past about current events, which may translate as a happy excursion into the land of nostalgia or an incident that happened some months or years ago rearing its head once more. But however ancient history is revisited there is a treasure to be found.
The end of a chapter.
17th July 2006 - 23rd July 2006
Each year, Venus spends a month-long period transiting the area in which she can give of her best - love and relationships - and the 19th marks the beginning of that time. If you have been love-sick, the healing process can now begin, whether this means a new romance will be sparked or because you will feel stronger and happier in yourself. And since Mercury is still taking you back over old ground, reunions and reconciliations can also take place. History does not always repeat itself so if you have been avoiding the dating game due to a broken heart, now is the moment to put into practice the advice - if you can't be with the one you love, love the one you're with.
Building bridges.
24th July 2006 - 30th July 2006
Venus in the zone of relating forms a beautiful Grand Trine with bountiful Jupiter and unconventional Uranus. For some Capricorns this is an indication of a love affair springing up in unusual circumstances or in a strange place, and for others an unexpected but positive development regarding an established relationship. In a way, there are no coincidences under these stars - destiny is working in your favour, and you have earned your blessings. And should a liaison turn pear-shaped now, or someone fail to appreciate your abundant gifts, under no circumstances try to rectify the situation - your happiness lies elsewhere.
Perfect Love.
31st July 2006 - 6th August 2006
Extravagance does not come naturally to the celestial Goat but there's something about these influences that could send you into overdrive, if not overdraft! Given that you are a cautious and thrifty individual should you have cause to dig deep into your pockets this week, do so with a good heart: the investments you make will stand you in good stead in the future, and we're not just talking in terms of money here. Not only Jupiter but also Venus is in your corner at the moment, in some cases helping you find true love and in others proving to you that other people have a high regard for you and your abilities.
Finding fortune.
7th August 2006 - 13th August 2006
There is nothing ordinary about this week's astro-scape - it's perfect for doing something you've never done before but also for last minute alterations to your schedule. Do not expect other people to conform to the norm, nor should you rely on the generosity of partners, colleagues and organizations, especially where money is involved. Since you are Saturn's child, you may well be able to consolidate a business plan or reach a solid financial decision but otherwise the going will be hard and you may feel somewhat unsupported and unappreciated. You won't be the only person labouring under difficulties, however, and a kind word from you will go a long way.
Standing proud.
14th August 2006 - 20th August 2006
You may be looking at a situation too closely and in so doing you are missing a solution or an opportunity. And this could be especially relevant to finances. Much of the planetary emphasis is focused on money and with very little give from the planets you may feel somewhat strapped for cash or uncertain about a financial matter. However, by gaining some distance and seeking advice from a source that was helpful in the past you could turn a dilemma into a triumph. Mercury and Jupiter are doing their best to make you see your glass half full, not half-empty, and a bit of bravado and optimism on your part would go a long way.
A matter of perspective
21st August 2006 - 27th August 2006
Blink and you could miss a window of opportunity; such is the ephemeral state of the astrology right now. Indeed, this is one of the most confusing astro-scapes that we have had for some while. My usual advice in such circumstances is to remain in a holding pattern, refusing to move until you know precisely what is what and where you truly stand, however, if you have no choice in the matter, go in the direction of your hopes, not your fears. With the sun's arrival in the zone of far horizons (23rd) you are about to discover that your world is a lot bigger than you had realized and that you have more options than you believed.
Faith-backed actions.
28th August 2006 - 3rd September 2006
If this astro-scape were a weather forecast, you'd be facing a week of typhoons, blizzards and heat-waves. In other words, the alignments veer to extremes, and being prepared for all weathers, all possibilities, is recommended. The communications axis of your solar chart is the focus for much of the activity, so if you've been waiting for answers and anticipating an event of some importance, perhaps of an overseas or long-distance nature, here it comes. And while the influences may be volatile, what takes place is not the result of a random set of circumstances but will have it origins in times past. New territory is opening up - look forward, not back.
Stormy weather.
4th September 2006 - 10th September 2006
There are two kinds of celestial Goats - those who enjoy the safety and sanctuary of the pasture and those who prefer to scale the rocky heights. And you're about to discover into which camp you fall. With planets in the lofty ninth house, distant horizons loom into view, encouraging you to see more of the world in terms of travel and experience. Go-getting Mars also reaches the top of your chart inspiring you ever onward and upward, especially regarding your career. But before you can take off, there are some adieus to be said and some pieces of your past to be consigned to history. New territory lies ahead, and, one way or another, your outlook will have changed by the end of September.
Taking off.
11th September 2006 - 17th September 2006
If you are travelling some distance this week, be prepared for some interesting detours. You may have to take an unexpected journey or a planned trip could have some surprising outcomes, and should you be visiting an unfamiliar place it may lead to a bigger life change a little further down the line. Meetings and discussions could also have an unusual aspect to them, so should you be taking a test, dealing with bureaucracy or the law, expect to be thrown a curved ball. Friday could prove to be the most dynamic day of the week - events happen quickly and you'll need to move fast to grab a great opportunity or make a save.
Put your skates on.
18th September 2006 - 24th September 2006
On the 23rd, the sun reaches the highest point in your chart, earmarking the beginning of a six-week period when ambitions and career zoom to the top of your agenda. The celestial Goat is naturally ambitious but sometimes in your caution and self-deprecation you miss those opportunities that would guarantee you a place on the pinnacle. Not so now. Friday's solar eclipse points you in a new direction, possibly one outside your usual territory, whether in terms of location or expertise. This solar eclipse could also change the status of a relationship, so that a romance develops more substance or developments in the life of someone to whom you have been close affect your course too.
A fresh outlook.
25th September 2006 - 1st October 2006
You are about to enter one of the most dynamic and potentially successful periods of 2006, so whatever the week ahead produces in the way of hard discussions and emotional storms, remind yourself that you are heading toward bigger and better things. Information could come to light now that helps you understand why an employer or colleague has been acting strangely, or why a definitive answer regarding a personal or professional matter has been slow to come. You are right to consider that other people have been concealing and withholding information from you, but do not spend time raking over the past - you have better things to do.
Understandings and resolutions.
2nd October 2006 - 8th October 2006
Striking the balance between the demands of work and the needs of home and family is often difficult, so if you have been pulled in two directions recently the time has come to sit down and draw some new lines in the sand. To this end the full moon of the 7th will help, and while it is not for me to tell you which area of your existence is the most important, right now the emphasis is on career and your place on the world's stage, as opposed to your private life. Also in your favour is a divine link between Mars and Neptune, which, on the one hand, could produce a financial solution out of the ether or a welcome change of heart from an employer or organization.
Not too late for a miracle.
9th October 2006 - 15th October 2006
Most of the time your businesslike approach to life achieves results, but under these stars you'll get far further by showing some emotion and reaching into the hearts of those with whom you are dealing. Even in a professional or financial setting. And although I do not want you to take your hands of the wheel, so to speak, there is much to be said for allowing the divine process to work. Once you drop the fear of losing something you believe you cannot live without, whether it be a job, a person or a source of income, you free up the situation, and, nine times out of ten, the object of your desires comes rushing towards you.
Trusting the process.
16th October 2006 - 22nd October 2006
This is an ambitious phase of the year, and one in which you should leave no stone unturned in pursuing a personal desire or a professional goal. Sometimes there are benefits to keeping your cards close to your chest, and sometimes it is expedient to reveal your aims and determination, and this is the moment to flex your muscles. People in a position of power will be impressed by your show of strength and, at the very least,you will gain their attention. Likewise, where a situation of a more personal nature is concerned, you have the equivalent of a tail wind and the object of your desires will be easier to reach.
Seizing the moment.
23rd October 2006 - 29th October 2006
You are in the perfect space to make good decisions and to mount strategies that will prove successful. In part this may be inspired by events that took place last weekend or those of the early part of this week, yet you could also have reached a point where you are simply ready to go forward. This having been said, little Mercury, our communications officer, is poised to go backwards on the 28th so although you are on the starter's block, you may be heading into some cul de sacs and forced to make a U-turn or two. This, however, is not intended to cause you to doubt your abilities or your judgement, merely to prepare you for a less than straightforward path to your objectives.
Slowly but surely.
30th October 2006 - 5th November 2006
Just when everything seemed to be going so well, transport minister, Mercury, goes into reverse thrust thereby pitching one or more of your plans into confusion and blocking up the pipes of communication. Now, this may explain why someone has failed to get back to you with an answer and it may help you understand why a situation that was proceeding in a straight line has run into difficulties, but it is also a reason to keep a close eye on your affairs, checking and double-checking information and ensuring that people have received your messages. Fortunately, elsewhere in the cosmos harmony reigns, and a surprise move could prove to be a winning one.
Communication blips.
6th November 2006 - 12th November 2006
How annoying it is when someone completely misunderstands your intentions or fails to carry out a promise. However, such issues can be resolved, and with relatively little backlash. What is more problematic is trying to untangle a financial knot that has come about through a failure of communication or someone else$s mismanagement. And with tricky Neptune in the mix this week, all manner of miscalculations and misconceptions could lie ahead. Therefore, to help yourself make it safely and sanely through the next seven days, be patient with people who stumble in their efforts and don$t sign off on a statement without looking closely at the figures.
Slipping and sliding.
13th November 2006 - 19th November 2006
You'll need to be absolutely sure what is fact and what is moonshine. With down to earth Saturn and watery Neptune influencing your value system, you may be flipping between two poles - one day on top of situations and the next submerged in deep doubt. Facts and figures normally speak for themselves, which is why a financial matter should be easy to handle, yet knowing when to put more money and effort into something or whether the wiser move would be to pull out is not always a question of doing the maths. On this occasion you need to follow your gut feelings, whether the issue in question is indeed about money or about love.
Trust your instincts.
20th November 2006 - 26th November 2006
The subterranean twelfth house of your horoscope is beginning to become somewhat overcrowded, leading to a sense of frustration about one or more situations. This is a strange period of the year for practical Capricorn: your strategies may not appear to be working and in the process you could be beginning to doubt the viability of an enterprise or an association, however this is part of life, not all of it. For the time being it might indeed be better to retreat, to sleep on matters and to wait for clarity to arrive. This is a time when situations are coming together under their own steam, which does not mean you should take your hands off the wheel, so to speak, merely pull off the road.
A purposeful pause.
27th November 2006 - 3rd December 2006
November ends on a confusing note, and it might be preferable to keep your options open rather than trying to reach a definite decision. While Saturn is urging you to set a matter in cement or to accept that you have come as far as you can, Neptune is creating question marks and making you less than confident all round. Over the weekend new information could appear that will help you see which way to jump, and there could be other unexpected developments that alter the status quo. You won't be the only person feeling somewhat perplexed by the way situations are panning out: be kind to yourself and tolerant with everyone else.
On the horns of a dilemma?
4th December 2006 - 10th December 2006
In an ideal world you'd be tucked away from the rat-race, communing with your inner-guru while lavishly spreading on the sun-tan oil. But since escapism is the theme of the moment, maybe you can spend some time simply dreaming of such an idyll. To a certain extent, you should aim to distance yourself from those situations that and those people who are in crisis, at least once you have established that your life and your savings aren't under threat, and if a matter does arise that requires your input, put emotions on one side and concentrate on practicalities. There could be some intense feelings developing at this time, but until you are sure what they will lead to, hold fast.
Seek detachment.
11th December 2006 - 17th December 2006
On Monday, you get an early Christmas present in the form of Venus's arrival in your sign. Not given to relying on good luck or thrusting yourself into the spotlight, from now on you should market your assets with gusto. Go on the initiative and you have the wind in your sails; wait until you have completed each and every minor task, and you'll miss the boat. Venus, of course, is the planet of love so if you were hoping to ignite passion in a certain someone you have all the charm particles you need; and, even if romance is the last thing on your mind you may be surprised at the way love finds you.
That loving feeling.
18th December 2006 - 24th December 2006
The sun enters your sign on the 22nd in the wake of a series of aspects to mighty Pluto. Thus, it may be that issues percolating gently in your subconscious come to the boil resulting in your making moves that may surprise you with their force. By contrast you may come to realize that you have been unaware of thoughts that have been going on in another person's mind. For some Capricorns a love affair is about to be transformed into something much more permanent while others will realize how much love matters. Yet for a few what is revealed now will cause a relationship to falter: this may be only a temporary blip so don't put a trespassers-will-be-prosecuted sign over your heart.
In the name of love.
25th December 2006 - 31st December 2006
Mercury wings its way into your sign on the 27th giving you the gift of communication and the ability to put your ideas in motion, if not getting you on your way to far off locations. However, before this planet arrives in Capricorn it meets up with Pluto so Christmas Day could have its little moments... There is a sense that someone feels uncared for or not included; in part this may have its roots in reality since secrets tend to be outed under this planetary duo, so whether it's you who feels used and abused or a family member, humour and affection are the best way to resolve matters. By New Year's Eve everyone will be ready to party and you look to be in the mood for love.
Liberal doses of love.
1st January 2007 - 7th January 2007
Just before Venus leaves your sign a full moon flanks the relationship axis, thereby signifying an ending of sorts. Now, this does not imply a parting of the ways so much as a change of gear. Some Capricorns will be ready to turn a romance into something more permanent - indeed a wedding or engagement is a perfect reflection of these stars - while others will want to examine the pluses and minuses to a relationship with a view to making it stronger and happier. And, yes, in a few instances it will be obvious that you have come as far as you can with an affair of the heart or a business relationship. It's time to move on.
Make or break.
15th January 2007 - 21st January 2007
If there has been any danger of your feeling sluggish and stale, Mars' arrival in your sign will more than wake up your ideas. It's time to go on the offensive, whether this means you take over the reins of a situation or because you suddenly realize that you have the power to achieve your ambitions - you don't need to wait for a formal invitation. Over the next six weeks you have the wind in your sails and you must not let the fear of other people's reactions dampen your enthusiasm. However, while your tough and feisty side is about to get a serious workout Neptune is helping you express deep emotions: indeed some Capricorns could be about to make a very impassioned statement.
Shooting from the hip.
8th January 2007 - 14th January 2007
You are reminded of the past, perhaps by reconnecting with someone you knew many moons ago or because an unresolved matter resurfaces. And what you may need to bear in mind is that until now you have not know the full picture. The combined force of Mars and Pluto helps bring hidden issues into the open, whether you stumble across some previously concealed information or because suddenly you become aware of your true feelings. Whatever is discovered and disclosed this week may seem unwelcome at first but with your stalwart character and practical attitude once you know what is what you can set about finding the solution.
The truth will set you free.
22nd January 2007 - 28th January 2007
This is one of those weeks when other people are behaving like headless chickens and you are the one trying to keep them in the coop! News is out and it could leave those concerned wondering where to go from here. The financial sector of your solar chart is bearing the brunt of Saturn's heavy hand, whether moneys you were expecting fail to materialize or you receive a negative response to a request. Fortunately, you are Saturn's child and well used to working through a situation until it is resolved so you should not allow yourself to be pushed around and dictated to. Mars is giving you grit and the power to move proverbial mountains.
Finding your muscle.
29th January 2007 - 4th February 2007
A financial situation reaches crunch point. It could be time to pay a large bill or to tackle your accounts and should you have been wondering when someone was going to make you an offer you could not possibly refuse, it may well come on the 1st or 2nd. Normally Capricorn is the most financially adroit sign of the zodiac but there's a chance you've overlooked a payment or failed to get behind moneys owed to you, thus a minor cash-flow crisis could ensue. Also, should you be in negotiation with an ex-partner or organization you once worked for, you may find that compromise is the way to go at this point.
A balancing act.
5th February 2007 - 11th February 2007
This is one of those astro-scapes in which anything and everything can happen - and in the blink of an eye. Perhaps it is time to allow your feelings to override practical considerations or maybe the moment has come to break with tradition; if so, have no regrets about the events of the week ahead. On the plus side, your ruler, Saturn, is presenting you with a reality, even producing a welcome result, but on the minus side you may feel overly anxious about the future in general and your finances in particular. While I do not want to be responsible for your putting your security at risk, I am suggesting that you at least consider the benefits of radical surgery!
A change of tactic.
12th February 2007 - 18th February 2007
Money and love do not always go together but on this occasion you may discover that an extravagant gesture pays off handsomely. Not every Capricorn is in the mood for romance and ready to splash out on the object of your affections so some celestial Goats may find that it is a generous attitude to a financial matter that produces a very welcome result. Sexy and driven Mars is currently in your sign urging you onward and upward in every way and this week's connection to loving Venus can only help sweeten the path to true love. And even if Mercury is determined to take you back over old ground, the experience could be extremely worthwhile.
A generous heart is all you need.
19th February 2007 - 25th February 2007
Very rarely do you express your feelings without considering the effect they will have on others but you could be compelled to make a statement from the heart this week. Far be it from me to encourage your honesty or remind you of the old saying - three things come not back, the sped arrow the bolting horse or the spoken word - but with Pluto in the mix you may need an extra reminder to go cautiously. Situations can be transformed in this climate, whether something you had serious doubts about turns a difficult corner or you realize that your fears were founded. There is an element of fate at work here; even so you don't want to be caught on the back foot.
On your guard.
26th February 2007 - 4th March 2007
You are one of the more sure-footed members of the zodiac however getting from A to B under these complex stars could phase even you. Realistic Saturn, stands opposed to illusory Neptune causing you to question the accuracy of facts and figures. It is possible that you have been led up the garden path, albeit by reliable people, and must now extricate yourself or dig deep into your reserves to get yourself back on course. On the other hand, your finances may be in great shape but elsewhere you must deal with the reality of the situation as opposed to the fantasy. Once the next couple of weeks are behind you you will be in a stronger position, and certainly a position of knowledge.
Facing reality.
5th March 2007 - 11th March 2007
Life is moving fast - too fast in some cases - and it may be well nigh impossible to prevent a situation from reaching its natural conclusion. Now, I don't mean that you should adopt a completely fatalistic stand but I am suggesting that you do not waste your energies trying to stop someone from taking an action that he or she has no intention of halting or that you make a desperate move, which you have not fully thought through. March still has plenty of surprises up its sleeve so allowing events to unfold without interference at this stage could be in your very best interests.
Stand back.
12th March 2007 - 18th March 2007
Communication continues to be the theme of the moment, so if you haven't yet discussed a plan you would like to become a reality or you have been unable to make a connection with someone of influence, do your utmost to set things in motion this week. You have the support of Jupiter and Saturn, so a combination of timing and sheer good luck can be yours. Also, if you are about to make a journey or take a test you will not be able to blame your stars for any disappointing outcome! All right, there is a solar eclipse on its way too but on this occasion you stand to benefit greatly from any unexpected developments.
Keep the faith.
19th March 2007 - 25th March 2007
When Mars and Saturn are in aspect there's always work to be done. And since this duo are lodged in the financial sectors of your horoscope your efforts to bring your bank-account into balance, or anything else for that matter, will not be wasted. It could be that you have been discussing plans with financial institutions or people with whom you share monetary responsibilities, if so contracts should be ready to sign. However, if you are in over your head now is the time to reach for the oxygen tank! As a rule, Capricorn, you make good decisions so don't let people who have their own agendas influence your thinking.
Back in balance.
26th March 2007 - 1st April 2007
Capricorn knows the value of tradition and rarely deviates from a tried and proven route but the way ahead for now is in a brand new direction. If you experience a flash of insight or you have an idea that could open up new territory, don't sideline it simply because it doesn't conform to your hard-won principles. Likewise, if someone makes a decision that throws your plans out of the window, rather than trying to make him or her stick to the original blue-print see it as a liberating opportunity for yourself. Uranus is not always the most welcome guest at your table but at least boredom will not be on the menu!
Thinking outside the box.
2nd April 2007 - 8th April 2007
Full moons have a way of bringing situations full circle so this week could be memorable for its anniversaries and celebrations. On the other hand, you may realize that you are done and dusted with a matter and are ready to move on. Either way, a new cycle is set to begin before the end of April so it is appropriate to put those things that belong in the past in the past! Romance is also in the main frame, whether the embers of a relationship suddenly burst into flame or because you are witnessing others making a loving commitment. And while there are reasons to be cautious with monetary agreements this is one of those periods when self-indulgence and extravagance do your heart good.
A surfeit of good spirits.
9th April 2007 - 15th April 2007
What comes out of the woodwork now could benefit you greatly. Information received or exchanged on the 10th may not immediately appear to do you any favours but it is of immense value - something you will understand once you have digested the facts and distanced yourself from the source of them. And while the 10th looks to be the day with the most to offer in the way of enlightenment the entire week contains opportunities to turn a rejection or difficulty into a triumph. Returning to home ground and re-establishing bonds that have worn thin over the years is another mighty theme for the week ahead.
Going in deep.
16th April 2007 - 22nd April 2007
Although January marks the start of each new year, as far as your solar chart is concerned it is Tuesday's new moon that begins a fresh twelve-month cycle. It is the right time to go back to your roots and to re-establish your priorities in order to construct fresh blue-prints, whether they be related to your career, the home, family, finances - whatever. There is a real force for the good at present so while you may not receive instant rewards for your efforts and ideas, the seeds of the new are being planted in fertile soil, and eventually you will see them blossom forth. Enjoy your beautiful stars, Capricorn.
Sowing seeds.
23rd April 2007 - 29th April 2007
You can throw tradition out of the window: this week's stars are all about the new, the different and the unexpected. In a perfect world you'd be setting out on a journey to a place you have never visited before, and even if you are embarking on a trip to familiar territory you may be find the experience somewhat contrary to expectations. But, whether or not you are packing your suitcases what happens during the course of the next few days could have you thinking about your life, your goals and your commitments in a brand new light. Tradition has its place but old ways and values must be rejected from time to time in order for you to grow and prosper.
New routes for old.
30th April 2007 - 6th May 2007
You appear to be performing something of a balancing act. One moment there is cause for great expectations and the next a reason to be circumspect. Or maybe one situation is coming up roses and another stuck in a serious hole. This is probably not the time to pour cold water on other people's hopes and beliefs but for you yourself to check out the facts. An offer may be as promising as it looks and someone could be as true as he or she seems but if they're not, do yourself a favour and get a parachute! That way you'll have a soft landing from those high expectations. Putting all your eggs in one basket is not the best policy for now, especially where money and love is concerned.
The jury is still out.
7th May 2007 - 13th May 2007
You could not describe these influences as fun on sticks but they will get rid of any lingering question marks. Whether you face some stiff opposition or you are the person wielding the power there can be no half-hearted actions, no turning back. Admittedly the presence of Neptune does cast a faint mist over some aspects of what is taking place, but as long as you do not become distracted by trivialities you will get the job done; you will see what is the correct move. And should you have special events penned in your diary, be sure there is some flexibility in the planning - with these stars it's wise to expect anything and everything!
A week with a difference.
14th May 2007 - 20th May 2007
Do you need a wake-up call? The cosmos appears to think so, whether this translates as a painful realization or a pleasurable epiphany. At the very least your routine looks to be shaken up this week and you should welcome any and every opportunity to change a long-established pattern. For instance, this is an excellent time to put your health and fitness under the microscope; and it is also an ideal week in which to throw out an old system, whether at work, in regard to finances or your personal life. Of course, you may have no choice in what changes occur, although you certainly have a choice as to what you do about them.
A new agenda.
21st May 2007 - 27th May 2007
Finances have been subject to the restrictions of Saturn and the vagueries of Neptune for some months but there is a little chink of light in the form of Mercury this week. It's certainly worth making a pitch now, whether you are seeking to change your job or improve your position, and it is also worth trying again with an individual who or organization that professed disinterest before. The weekend is a time both for tough talking and for settling a long-standing argument. However, if you or someone else has been suppressing feelings or harbouring a resentment, expect that volcano to erupt!
Tipping point.
28th May 2007 - 3rd June 2007
Mercury, the planet of dialogue and motion, enters the house of relating thereby setting the stage for some lively developments over the next few weeks - and in regard to a close association. If you began a new romance some weeks ago you may be ready to take serious steps to further the course of that relationship, and in general the climate is ripe for talking through issues, great and small. You may find also that people are prepared to come to you with ideas and offers, so if you are less than happy at work or seeking a change of some description, the doors of communication are wide open.
Talking the talk.
4th June 2007 - 10th June 2007
Working to live is one thing, living to work quite another. And you may have got yourself into a position where work is your entire raison d'etre. While this week's influences may produce a glittering surprise they might also encourage you to go into overdrive. Of course, you may have no option other than to burn the midnight oil and be the rock for everyone else to lean upon, but should you have any choice in the matter this would be the time to lock the office door and throw away the key - at least for a few days. Do not underestimate the importance of play and pleasure, not only because they repair the tattered sleeve of life but they might just remind you of who really matters, not what.
Time out.
11th June 2007 - 17th June 2007
Finances have suffered from the Saturn-Neptune syndrome in recent months - promises have not been delivered and efforts to raise funds have not always met with success. Now, I'm not saying that you see the end of this trend this week but there are some very positive influences surrounding finance and family/property matters. This would be the right moment to put your home on the market or to embark on domestic improvements. You may also be on the receiving end of an offer or there will be a way to release funds based on a new borrowing strategy. And even if property is not the focus for the current wave of opportunity, soothing balm is poured on a situation that has caused you grief.
A way forward.
18th June 2007 - 24th June 2007
You're one of the zodiac's problem solvers, so put on your thinking cap - you're going to be working hard this week. Other people could be seeking you out to find solutions to their difficulties or you may be asked to represent a group of people who need to get their point across. Then again perhaps you have been struggling with a situation for some time and finally reach the end of your tether. Whatever storm breaks or whatever forces you to come up with an answer a long history is involved; whether it is worth tracing the matter back to its origins in order to find out who is responsible or if it is better to simply let it go is something only you can decide.
A history lesson.
25th June 2007 - 1st July 2007
Each year you have only one full moon in your sign, and this year it appears on Saturday. You may be among the many Capricorns celebrating an anniversary or making a loving commitment but even if you have no such special occasion penned in your diary this is nonetheless a time to reflect upon where you are in your life, what relationships are in good shape and which are not. It is a time of empowerment and enlightenment. Ruler, Saturn, also makes its last connection to mysterious Neptune so a worry may finally be resolved or you may discover that an endeavour or association simply wasn't what you believed it to be.
A reckoning.
2nd July 2007 - 8th July 2007
Finances do not have to be the problem you believe them to be. While money matters should be taken seriously, they should not be viewed negatively. And there is a difference. There are many astrological factors slowing down the wheels of commerce and communication at present, and it will be easy to confuse a delay with a negative outcome. Consider at least the spiritual law of attraction - what you most desire and have faith in will naturally, in the fullness of time, come to you. Therefore, by believing deep in your heart that you deserve prosperity, you will free up the channels through which money can flow. Try it. What have you got to lose?
The law of prosperity.
9th July 2007 - 15th July 2007
You may have selected this weekend for a special date but even if you have not the astrological climate is perfect for rekindling a relationship that has lost its spark or meeting someone who lights your fire! A new moon in the zone of partnership begins a new season for relationships in general and your love life in particular. Capricorn is a sign that reveres tradition and does not welcome change unless there are assurances it is for the better, however, one way or another, change is a-coming in, and by the end of September even you will have to admit that events over the next four weeks have all been for the best.
A new season.
16th July 2007 - 22nd July 2007
Capricorns are not really the risk-takers of the zodiac: you can be very courageous and no one can put together a strategy like you but leaps of faith are usually left to others. Not so this week. Mars, presently in the zone of creativity, connects to unconventional Uranus bringing out the dare-devil-within and urging you to express your unique ideas. You may be surprised at the outcome of a test or you will emerge the winner from a situation in which you thought you had no chance at all. I'm not pressing you to gamble, of course, but I am suggesting that you give the policeman-within his marching orders and take centre stage.
Who dares wins.
23rd July 2007 - 29th July 2007
Ideally, you should be taking off on a romantic idyll but if you have people to see and places to go in terms of business and finance, do your utmost you keep your feet on the ground. Mars-Neptune aspects have a way of spreading a fine mist over one's affairs, so although you may enjoy your trip into fantasy land paying for it could prove costly. A property transaction may be at a delicate stage or some other financial arrangement could be at risk; either way there could be some duplicity involved. This may not be intentional, of course, but rather than give someone the benefit of the doubt now would be a good time to give them the third degree!
A fact-finding mission.
30th July 2007 - 5th August 2007
You owe your powers of strategy to Saturn so when this planet takes centre stage your business skills are super-charged and other people will be seeking you out to advise and support them. Thus, from the outset expect to be in demand this week. On the plus side, a financial matter can be resolved now and monetary agreements cemented but on the down side you may face a rejection of sorts. That you cannot go forward as you had hoped need not be a cause for misery, however. This is a time of correction, aimed at getting you back in balance. Of course, it may not be finances that are the subject of this correction so remain philosophical in the wake of any kind of impasse.
Stoical not sceptical.
6th August 2007 - 12th August 2007
This week's alignments may not be accompanied by a fanfare but they are portents of positive developments, if not now then in the near future. With this in mind, this is the ideal time to set a new endeavour in motion and to attack those situations that have hitherto proved unsuccessful. There is more than a hint of resurrection in the astrology so you may find that a project or association you had resigned to the bunker of history still has some life left in it. And while you could leave everything to the gods of fate why don't you give something a second chance? Ask yourself what have you got to lose by simply trying again?
A second chance.
13th August 2007 - 19th August 2007
Other people may not be in full possession of the facts and figures so do your homework before you enter into a negotiation of any sort. You will also need to be very persuasive when it comes to getting others to see a situation from your point of view. Whatever the real weather is doing the astrological climate is misty and murky and people will be far more negative than usual. With this in mind either you can delay a meeting or proceed as planned but with the awareness that you will encounter blocks of one sort or another. On the upside, what you do achieve in the way of agreements, will stand the test of time.
Forewarned and forearmed.
20th August 2007 - 26th August 2007
Saturn is about to complete its tour of duty of the area of money and shared resources so it seems there is one last task you must accomplish and one final score to be settled. In some cases this week represents the end of a long struggle for financial equality or a decision will be made regarding a monetary wrangle. Yet for others this week brings a close to some other matter that has been dragging on for many moons. Fortunately, Jupiter is also on hand to inject some joy into life so, whether you feel you have won or lost, you should celebrate events with enthusiasm. In time to come you will regard this week as a turning point.
The end of the matter.
27th August 2007 - 2nd September 2007
On Sunday, Saturn makes its way into your solar house of far horizons, where it will remain until 2010. During this period you will realize one or more of your hopes and you will put down firm foundations for your future. Nevertheless, there are some aspects of your life which could do with the big heave-ho first, and this is where this week's revolutionary influences come in. An old system needs throwing out and a new outlook is required, and while a journey to a foreign destination might fit the bill, it could be that contract or commitment will come to an end. Be brave, Capricorn - you have shown resistance to entering a new era but, you know, you can teach an old Goat new tricks!
New frontiers.
3rd September 2007 - 9th September 2007
There are a whole list of clichés that would fit these influences, but nothing-stays-the- same-forever is probably the best. Hopefully, you are aware why this week will change a long-established pattern but if you have no revolutionary plans up your sleeve, set yourself in anything-goes mode and prepare to be shaken and stirred! Something in your life is about to get a brand new look and if you've been struggling with an ancient system of any description this would be the right time to invest in some brave new technology. There is a place for tradition and a time to stick to what you know works but this is simply not it.
Lift off.
10th September 2007 - 16th September 2007
This is the perfect moment to take a holiday or at least a break from a stale routine. No matter how much you revere tradition and hard work there are serious benefits to getting away from it all. However, if a trip for pleasure is out of the question spare the time to consider where you are headed - to have a life review, if you like. This is one of the year's power points for the celestial Goat, so the understandings you reach and the plans you make have a real chance of succeeding, and certainly kick-starting your enthusiasm. And if an out-of-the-blue event interferes with your agenda don't dwell on what might have been but what may come.
Taking off.
17th September 2007 - 23rd September 2007
There will be times when you can forget the rules and live a carefree existence, but this is probably not one of them. Events, whether in your own life or those of other people, will cause you to question your priorities with a view to implementing some essential life-style changes. People at a distance from you may well help in this process, whether you are offered an opportunity to live or work far away or because you are too close to a situation to see it clearly and require some unbiased advice. If the week ahead were a road it would contain many twists and turns, and, more curiously, it may take you to a place you had never intended to go.
The long and winding road.
24th September 2007 - 30th September 2007
With assertive Mars heading into the relationship zone, your love life is about to receive a
lightening bolt. During the next six weeks people will clearly show you how they feel leading to
some very passionate encounters and intense exchanges of opinions. Mars, however, is a
proverbial double-edged sword so you might discover that you have a powerful competitor,
even an enemy. With this in mind, should you sense a problem looming, especially regarding your
job or with a senior person, bring it out into the open, using your charm and humour to ease the
proceedings. This is not the moment to show weakness or lack of faith.
Know your friends
1st October 2007 - 7th October 2007
Your zodiac CV describes you as an achiever, a doer, someone who takes his or her time but gets there in the end, and this
week's alignments are all about having success in your sights. A conversation with a friend or a meeting with a colleague will
prove very productive and this is quite the time to explore your contacts with a view to accomplishing a goal. A debt that was
outstanding is ready to be repaid, whether in the literal sense of money coming back into your bank account or someone performing
a task as a way of thanking you for your kindness and skill. Also, solutions to problems are to be found in unexpected quarters.
A quid pro quo.
8th October 2007 - 14th October 2007
Whatever comes at you from left field can be put to very good use. All right, you may not like surprises but you have the wisdom and foresight to see how you could turn a set-back into a triumph. An unexpected call or the emergence of some information that puts a situation in a different light could be the springboard to bigger and better things. Certainly, this is a week in which events happen suddenly and windows of opportunity appear only briefly. As for romance, Venus conjoins Saturn over the weekend putting a casual affair on a more serious footing yet also giving you a chance to discover whether distance makes the heart grow fonder or the heart forget...
Mix and match.
15th October 2007 - 21st October 2007
What a difference a week makes. What stirred the waters of life last week should be long forgotten and in place of anxiety and confusion come peace and optimism. Indeed, you can take your foot off the accelerator and cruise along counting your blessings as you go. OK? Capricorn, of course, does not let the grass grow under its feet so if you are typical of your sign you may want to use these creative influences to speed your course instead. Your circle of friends and contacts could benefit from the inclusion of a new person and someone who has proved to be a fierce opponent can be beaten down by the power of good argument and a group effort.
Fighting back.
22nd October 2007 - 28th October 2007
Are you ready for a breath of fresh air. If so, you'll positively enjoy these cutting edge influences. You could take a last moment break or, after a period of indecision, suddenly accept an offer that promises to head you in a new direction. Then again, if you were hoping that everything would stay the same you'll have to nail down anything already threatening to take flight! As you may know you're a bit of a traditionalist and someone who rarely makes a leap of faith without considerable research and contemplation but this is one of those occasions when following your heart does you more good than any amount of self-denial.
The road less travelled.
29th October 2007 - 4th November 2007
Fortunately, you are one of the most patient signs for these past few weeks have seen hold-up after hold up, but with Mercury and Neptune getting their act together the barriers are down and you should see signs of life towards the end of the week. Now, this may mean that you get a response to a proposal of a business or personal nature or it could infer that a situation you had all but given up on trembles back to life. Either way, you will be a whole lot further forward by the weekend than you were on Monday morning. And if you want to maximise your success, make that all -important move on the 29th.
Getting there.
5th November 2007 - 11th November 2007
Don't be surprised if you hear news this week that sets you on a new
path. Perhaps a legal matter is settled, maybe you receive the results of a
test or something you are told acts as a spur to head off in new directions.
But regardless of how you are stirred into action there is a sense of fate
having played a hand. Not that any of this should be cause for alarm. Quite
the contrary. Venus arrives in the zone of career and life-goals on
Thursday, marking the beginning of a four-week period in which people of
power and influence can be sought out to give you a helping hand. And for a
few Capricorns love is about to blossom in high places...
Moving on.
12th November 2007 - 18th November 2007
Mars has been residing in the zone of relationships for some weeks now, so you may already have discovered that while some people love and admire you others are jealous and definitely not your greatest supporters. Now Mars changes direction and in tandem you may find that a once hot relationship starts to cool. And vice versa, someone who has opposed you begins to back off. Either way you can take advantage of the turn of the tide. All relationships go through seasons and rather than fret about the whys and wherefores of someone's behaviour you can focus on getting all your career ducks in a row. As for an opponent's withdrawal - it's only temporary.
Don't be fooled.
19th November 2007 - 25th November 2007
The celestial goat is a sure-footed creature, able to chart its course whatever the impediments, reliable and resilient. That is until the sun drops into the mysterious twelfth house and casts a thick fog over everything. While the week ahead my be particularly confusing, the next four weeks form a period in which you will be better off taking a back seat position and recharging your batteries. Even if you have much going on with your career and personal/family life, you will need to take plenty of rest. Elsewhere in your chart, however, there is considerable movement, and it seems a trip or a plan is about to get off the ground.
Mixed messages.
26th November 2007 - 2nd December 2007
Ruler Saturn takes the stage helping you refine your plans and giving you a realistic picture not a pretty one. Thanks to this planet of reality you can give solid shape to your ideas and put your feelings to the test. Indeed, this might be just the time to ask someone who you have been admiring from a distance out on a date or to invite a colleague or partner to share their true feelings with you. In a few short weeks Jupiter and his principles of abundance will enter your sign and you may well find that the seeds you plant this week will burgeon forth before the end of the year. Believe in your dreams: if you don't, who will?
Building a dream.
3rd December 2007 - 9th December 2007
This astro-scape can be likened to the darkness before the dawn. It is as though you cannot see what is taking shape because you are in a place where the view is obscured, perhaps, by your own fears and old patterns of thinking. In a matter of days this state of affairs will change so do your best not to be pulled this way and that by conflicting sets of information. The best action may be no action for the moment - simply absorb events without committing yourself to as much as an opinion. What may also be at issue is your natural resistance to new and innovative ideas, ideas that are as yet unproven. Just because something is different doesn't mean it's wrong.
A waiting game.
10th December 2007 - 16th December 2007
Early next week Jupiter will enter your sign beginning a year-long season of expansion and the foundation of what is to come is
currently being laid. For some Capricorns this may manifest as a time when you are side-lining aspects of your life that are
time-consuming and unproductive; for others it is a period in which events are taking place over which you appear to have no
control. The trick is not to fight what is happening but to surrender yourself in the certain knowledge that it is for your own good.
Consider yourself protected and guided by a divine source that will deliver you safely through this passage.
Acceptance.
17th December 2007 - 23rd December 2007
Set off the fireworks and sound the bells - on Tuesday, Jupiter proudly enters your sign announcing the beginning of a twelve-month period in which your life will expand in the most welcome of ways. It's time to overcome your cautious temperament and raise your hopes and your game! There are other astrological factors at work, however, that point to a reversal of sorts, so, if you receive a refusal this week or a situation appears to be in decline, do not allow yourself to become depressed or pessimistic. Not for the first time are you being reminded that the cosmos works in mysterious ways to bring about just the outcome you hope for.
The beginning of great things.
24th December 2007 - 30th December 2007
The week kicks off with a full moon on the relationship axis so if you're already at loggerheads with your partner don't push the envelope. On the other hand, should you be ready to turn a romance into a long-term union, you have the perfect stars under which to propose or to accept an offer. Other people will not be shy about declaring their feelings, which is wonderful if those feelings are full of love, but not so great if they are fuelled by anger and resentment - just a word of warning in case you hoped a thorny issue would remain under wraps for Christmas: it won't and you will need one of your brilliant plans to out manoeuvre the opposition - that or a fantastic present!
Giving generously.
31st December 2007 - 6th January 2008
You are embarking on a year with Jupiter as your constant companion, which means you have protection and opportunity in abundance, and these are thoughts you should keep in the forefront of your mind should the year get off to a somewhat rocky start. Mars-Pluto oppositions bring out the best and worst in us all, so while there is enough energy to move a mountain of challenges, there is plenty of aggro too. It may be that a problem has been lying in wait over the Christmas period so you have to go into battle as soon as the business week begins, or you could meet with an unexpected change to your long-term plans - either way, you will come through, and on top.
A tough opener.
7th January 2008 - 13th January 2008
You get one new moon in your sign each year, and Tuesday's is it. Draw up a plan, start a new programme, make an affirmation and watch it gather strength; on the other hand, you may find that an offer is made to you or something unexpected begins but whatever the case you should welcome such eventualities with open arms. And with Venus in the mysterious twelfth house angling Master of Surprise, Uranus, a clandestine affair could be in the making. One way or another, the first two months of 2008 are going to produce many unexpected developments, almost all of them to your advantage, so forget that old rule of yours that the old ways are always the best ways.
A window of opportunity.
14th January 2008 - 20th January 2008
Normally the most cautious and considered of signs you may not be able to keep the lid on your
feelings now. And this may be en entirely good thing. Someone needs to hear how you truly feel
and a move made from the heart could send a relationship into a whole different orbit.
Nonetheless, while these impassioned influences will work well channelled through a romance they
might prove somewhat unsettling at work. Colleagues and people with whom you have professional
dealings could be less than co-operative, and the reason may lie in a problem they are
unprepared to discuss for the moment. Don't be a doormat but don't rattle someone's
chain either.
Speaking your mind.
21st January 2008 - 27th January 2008
On the 26th Pluto enters your sign, initially for a six-month trial run then for sixteen years! Yes, this is a slow-moving planet
but then you appreciate that the best things in life take time to fully materialize. The 21st December birthdays will be the first to taste
Pluto's offerings and they may well appear before the end of January. Should you be in the midst of a major change already then nothing new
can be expected but if life is on an even plane at the moment and you are a December Goat, please look behind the actions and statements of
certain individuals because there could be far more to them than meets the eye.
A new dawn.
28th January 2008 - 3rd February 2008
Good things happen when Venus and Jupiter unite in your sign. You get a double dose of charm particles and luck is no longer just a
four-letter word but happening to you. This would be an ideal moment to marry, become engaged or get back together with an old love.
And should you meet someone new, expect to be romanced in style. The only problem with this uplifting astro-scape is that Mercury is
retrograding which could cause delays and confusion in general but in particular with the start of a new relationship. You're a
naturally patient sign but when your heart is involved even you can become easily discouraged. Don't be.
Signs of happiness.
4th February 2008 - 10th February 2008
This is a delicate period, especially for a romance. On the one hand, Venus in your sign is urging you act from the heart and to be confident in your desires and about the object of your affections yet elsewhere there are signs of confusion. Perhaps the best way to cope with this double-edged sword is not to doubt your love - or indeed your conviction about anything that involves your heart - but to examine closely any new scenarios. It will be easy to misinterpret someone's actions and should an unexpected development cause the cancellation of a special date or necessitate considerable rearrangement, remain upbeat and open to alternatives.
Strange but true.
11th February 2008 - 17th February 2008
Venus is precisely where she should be on Valentines' Day - in your sign and making a blissful angle to the moon. Therefore, do not put off making a proposal in the hopes that there might be a better time. You do not lack spirit or passion but you do tend to wait too long before acting on your feelings, and this is one occasion when you should jump in the deep end. Of course, love and romance may not be occupying pride of place in your life at the moment, nonetheless if you want to achieve an important objective the same advice applies - having the courage of your convictions and being prepared to take a chance are the spur to success.
Dare to win.
18th February 2008 - 24th February 2008
The areas of travel and communication are lit up by Thursday's impressive lunar eclipse. You may know already that you are heading off on
holiday or preparing to make an important trip; on the other hand, you could be setting the stage for a meeting that will have crucial
consequences. But even if journeys of one sort or another do not figure on your agenda the signs are that something within your thinking is
shifting and with that come big changes. There are no accidents at this time: what happens has been in the pipeline for a while and
consciously or unconsciously you have to know everything is happening for the best.
Being philosophical.
25th February 2008 - 2nd March 2008
As one of the more practical and rational members of the zodiac you might not think that charm and flattery have any place in the world of
finance. But sometimes they do. A column of figures and a financial plan may tell you in black and white what your prospects are but if you
require some help or some backing for your ideas it's amazing what can be achieved with a positive attitude, a smile and a bargaining ploy.
Choose this week to approach an organization that could make a big difference to your future, and, even if money and material matters aren't
at the top of your agenda you should use these gorgeous stars to pursue your desires.
Making gains.
10th March 2008 - 16th March 2008
You are by nature a realist so with Saturn in pride of place you should welcome developments this week. You'll know what's what and upon whom you can count. Travel and
communications continue to be the hottest area of your chart, and if you've recently experienced a surprise change of heart or something has taken an unexpected direction you
should be able to get a better grip on the situation. You may have a trip already in the diary - and one for a reason other than pure pleasure - but if travel is not on the agenda
a journey may now prove necessary. This is an excellent time to make something legal and to use the law to further your course.
Setting everything straight.
3rd March 2008 - 9th March 2008
Within hours of entering the area of relationships Mars opposes Pluto in your sign, on the one hand,
resurrecting events of early January and, on the other, presenting you with a situation which appears to
give you very little room to manoeuvre. In some cases what happens over the course of the coming week
amounts to a welcome breakthrough but for others it is quite the reverse and you will have to rethink a
strategy. People will not be easy to deal with and you'll certainly know whether you have an enemy
or a friend - and maybe the same could be said of you so that other people will discover what you
are prepared to do to get what (or who?) you want.
All or nothing.
17th March 2008 - 23rd March 2008
On the 21st the sun makes its first angle to Pluto in your sign. This planet entered
Capricorn in late January and it may have taken until this time to show you its
change-evoking potential. You may know already that you are making a life-changing
move; on the other hand, unexpected events could perform the same function. Nevertheless,
with or without concrete evidence that you are at a fork in the road, the beginnings of
change are taking place at core level. And from this inner shift big developments will come.
An image that might help is that of a snake shedding a skin - however scratchy the
process of getting rid of the old, the new is utterly beautiful.
Transformation or bust!
24th March 2008 - 30th March 2008
Throw out the rule book and get your skates on. This is one week when the pace is furious and there is a surprise around
every corner. On balance you will benefit tremendously from the opportunities opening up for you so even though you can see
the drawbacks to an offer the advantages are far greater. Indeed, other people are unlikely to take no for an answer. And
speaking of other people... with feisty Mars stirring the relationship pot, either your love life is hotter than a
jalapeño or someone is on the war path. This may not be your favourite kind of climate but at least it's not dull!
Fast and furious.
31st March 2008 - 6th April 2008
The past four weeks may have produced a degree of turmoil, if only in your own mind and for very positive
reasons, however, this tempestuous phase is coming to an end and you should now be looking to the future.
What may help is the understanding that you cannot move forward weighed down by excess baggage. Attached
as you may be to objects, belief-systems, habits and routines, they get in the way of your progress
so if you do nothing else this week, consider the benefits of a de-cluttering exercise. Sometimes, of
course, it is people who represent our baggage so, painful as it may be, it could be time to distance
yourself from an old ally.
Making changes.
7th April 2008 - 13th April 2008
You can afford to be confident. You may have solid proof that an ambition is to be fulfilled and even
without such evidence you seem to feel success within your grasp. Jupiter is empowering you at the moment
and you need to recognize when your star is high on the ascendant. Thus, don't take too long
examining all the possible ramifications of a specific action, play the surprise card and be ready to
take command of a situation. Other people have had their fingers burnt recently and may not be prepared
to take a risk, no matter how small, but you know better - winners life by their wits and know when
the time is right.
Lucky you.
14th April 2008 - 20th April 2008
How perfect is this? While I cannot say everything you touch will turn to gold I can see that you have rarely been in such a position to maximise your assets. On the other hand, you may find that life simply presents you with a beautiful gift. Ruler, Saturn, and Pluto, currently in your sign, ensure that past actions are being rewarded and that those things you now set in motion will bring success in the future. And if by any remote chance this turns out to be a week in which you encounter nothing but set-backs and opposition be assured it is paving the way for positive developments much further down the line.
Payback.
21st April 2008 - 27th April 2008
I know you're not given to extravagant gestures, and certainly not to counting your chickens before
they are hatched, but with an astro-scape like this even you could be jumping for joy. Jupiter's
powers of abundance are unleashed, whether this translates as a monetary gain, a professional fillip or
an ego-boost, and, if you've been worried about whether or not someone loves or admires you,
after this week those doubts will be blown away. People show you exactly what they think of you and,
although there is a small chance you'll discover you have a powerful opponent, as far as your stars
are concerned you are in the winning position.
Lucky you!
28th April 2008 - 4th May 2008
Fortunate Venus is in the ideal place to ensure that promises made now will stand the test of time.
Indeed, anything begun this week has the capacity to bring you happiness and riches of one sort or
another. Sometimes you underrate the importance of social connections, preferring instead to let your
talents speak for themselves, but this is one of those weeks when who you know is even more significant
than what you know. There's also a lot more romance in the picture so if love has been languishing at
the bottom of your agenda it's time to bring it to the top. Thursday is an especially good day for
issuing statements from the heart and making an impression on someone who counts.
Harmony in spades.
5th May 2008 - 11th May 2008
This is a period of the year in which you should be finding your creative spirit and pouring your energies into
projects that demand your whole-hearted involvement. It is a season when pleasure should be at the top of the
agenda and any negative thoughts banished before they have time to take root. And for some Capricorns a new romance
is set to begin. 2008 is a star year in many respects so if, as yet, you have experienced nothing of a
heart-expanding nature or you have felt that you are not making the progress you deserve, this week could mark
the turning point. Be open to new endeavours and associations however controversial they may seem.
A fresh start.
12th May 2008 - 18th May 2008
You should be full of confidence and enjoying everything life has to offer. No? Well, you cannot blame your
stars for failing to deliver bundles of joy, although there is a chance that you're just not seeing the
beautiful things that are beginning to take root. If you're a typical Capricorn strategist you'll welcome
the knowledge that this is one of the most productive astro-scapes of the year so far, and certainly of May,
because it provides you with the impetus to make an important move. And, on the other hand, if you've been
angling for some time off or considering a trip to foreign parts, your ticket to ride is in your stars.
Your moment in the sun.
19th May 2008 - 25th May 2008
You can put the finishing touches to an endeavour and you should have an answer to a question. Indeed, the sorting of one issue will resolve other quandaries. And, generally speaking, you should be at your best, bringing common sense to bear on complex matters and taking charge where necessary. One factor you may have to watch, however, is that with the weight of all your responsibilities, you may overlook a key point. To counter this tendency, take note of the subtle signals being given to you, and do not underrate the importance of other people's feelings.
Be on the ball.
26th May 2008 - 1st June 2008
As one of the great problem-solvers of the zodiac you'll be completely at home under these stars. Practical answers need to be found now and there's no point trying to hasten those solutions: it's a waiting game all round. 2008 promises to bring about positive life developments for you so even in the event of a disappointment this week, remain upbeat about the future. A financial knot may need untangling and should you have any dealings - financial or otherwise - of an international nature you may need to take legal advice or request matters be put on one side at least for the next three weeks. Like the economy, you seem to be feeling the squeeze.
Rationalize and re-schedule.
2nd June 2008 - 8th June 2008
Do not underrate the importance of social connections when it comes to making professional progress or
getting a job done. Business and pleasure mix beautifully at this time so rather than tuck yourself
away 'behind your desk' start extending invitations. You can put in the building blocks of
relationships too, whether this involves drawing lines in the sand and discussing the future with a
colleague or new love or being a little more attentive to someone you would like to know more. Indeed,
it's difficult to find a bogey in these stars. Even a postponement of an event or a work project
will prove to be an advantage.
Building bridges.
9th June 2008 - 15th June 2008
Working life is subject to the weird and wonderful. It is possible that you are preparing already for a
change of location or some alterations to your schedule but if not keep your agenda flexible. New
technology could cause some delays and confusion, and other people may prove more unreliable than
usual. Indeed, this is a week when anything and everything may happen. Fortunately with Venus in the
mix there is every chance that what initially strikes you as a major disruption will turn out to be a
blessing in disguise and, if you have been in danger of sinking into a dreary unproductive rut, these
stars will snap you out of your complacency.
A breath of fresh air.
16th June 2008 - 22nd June 2008
Information may come to light that affects your opinion on a matter of importance. And this information
could emerge in a strange and unexpected way. It is possible that you have been kept in the dark or you
have been too preoccupied to note certain signals but not so after this week. Rumours circulating in
the work place could prove to be true and people who have shared their hopes or fears with you could
turn out to be right. To a certain extent what happens this week could have an aura of fate about it
but if you dig deep enough you will discover the origins of events go back a very long time. Be
magnanimous in victory and philosophical in defeat.
Revelations.
23rd June 2008 - 29th June 2008
You continue to be in the grip of some very powerful influences but don't allow this to deter you
or dampen your ardour. On the one hand, this is a period in which a relationship will subtly or not so
subtly alter your course and, on the other, by allowing others to contribute their efforts and
knowledge you will see results. But calm and cool it is not. (By which I mean the climate
surrounding your affairs.) As an earth sign you use your head not your heart to make decisions,
however, there are some situations in life which require the wisdom of the heart... And this is one of
them. Listen to the voice of your feelings.
A crossroads.
30th June 2008 - 6th July 2008
Love is a beautiful thing, especially when Venus and Jupiter are in aspect. Relationships can find a new level of harmony and commitments of the heart can be made in the most romantic of ways. Not in love? A relationship in the wilderness years? Well, you can do a lot to repair the damage of a love affair gone wrong at this time and if you're in a partnership that genuinely has no future you can make your exit in a civilized fashion. This is also a premium time for meeting someone who makes your heart flip a beat so re-edit that page of your book of life that says love is for the birds. No, it's for you too.
That loving feeling.
7th July 2008 - 13th July 2008
You can put Mars and Saturn to good use by making a long-term agreement or setting a legal stamp on a matter. What you don't want to do is allow your hopes to be crushed by someone's jealousy and resentment. These kind of influences invariably bring out the worst in people so aside from not expecting an easy ride you must be doubly aware of the reasons behind someone's actions. Not that the week ahead is all about trial and error: Jupiter is on hand to give you a boost, in some cases proving that love indeed conquers all and, in others, revealing that you have supporters who will back you, come what may.
Preparation meets opportunity.
14th July 2008 - 20th July 2008
With the only full moon in your sign this year taking place on Friday you are both empowered and enlightened. You may have unconsciously tuned into your horoscope and already chosen this week for a special occasion but just in case you need encouragement to ask an important question or make an offer you hope somebody will not refuse, I am giving you a gentle push. This is a year in which you can make great strides, both on the personal and professional front, so you need to overcome your innate caution when opportunity is staring you in the face. You may not hit a bull's eye this week but you will be aiming in the right direction: your efforts will not be in vain.
Seizing the moment.
20th July 2008 - 27th July 2008
Have you got money on your mind? There's no surprise if you do because the sun and Mercury both enter one of the key fiscal zones of your horoscope this week. While the next few weeks may bring earnings and your job under the astro-microscope the stronger emphasis will be on borrowings, investments and shared financial resources. You could simply wait for a partner or organization to alert you to impending problems or new ways to make money but if you have faith in your stars you should take the initiative now, and the more unconventional and courageous you are, the better. And if you're still stumped for inspiration, look overseas and in high places...
Making an investment in your future.
28th July 2008 - 3rd August 2008
If you have been waiting for a development regarding finances your vigil is all but over. You may even receive news on Friday. New moons help you make fresh starts, and endeavours begun at such a time almost always grow and prosper, but when the new moon is eclipsed such potential is increased fourfold. You may come into money unexpectedly or a large financial demand may be made on you and should you be in negotiation with an organization or ex-partner the opposition could make an unanticipated move. While you should not rush your fences neither should you allow a golden opportunity to slip past.
An offer you cannot refuse?
4th August 2008 - 10th August 2008
I have referred to this as a year of growth for you but I don't believe I have described it as a year of adventure. However, I am going to do so now. Planets lined up on the axis of travel and communication promise to take you into unexplored territory, whether this translates quite literally as a journey to a foreign destination or metaphorically as an opportunity to break the habit of a lifetime. Change should be embraced joyfully, even if you yourself have not instigated it. And although you are not the type to jump into an unfamiliar situation without an insurance policy if an exciting opportunity arises this week, please seize the moment.
A new world.
11th August 2008 - 17th August 2008
Fortunately you are the most patient of signs because you're not going to get anywhere in a hurry this week. Grid-lock of one sort or another lies ahead and it may behove you to put an arrangement on hold until there are less potential complications. Now, this does not mean that anything and everything in your diary is doomed to dysfunction but it does infer that if you have any choice in the matter alternative dates should be sought... On the plus side, Saturn puts the glue in commitments but on the down side not everyone is being as honest as he or she might be. Trust your gut instincts and avoid being pressurized into an action over which you have reservations.
Facts versus fantasy.
18th August 2008 - 24th August 2008
Journeys bring enlightenment, and a degree of discomfort. You may indeed have some unexpected delays and detours when travelling but it is more likely that events inspire a change in your thinking, even a change of heart. You seem to be ready to embrace some new ideas and prepared to let go of the past, even so the experience could be a little destabilising. On the other hand, what happens over the course of the next seven days could thrust you somewhat rudely into a new orbit, making you resent the way events have panned out and the people who have caused it. This may be a cliché but it is nonetheless oh so true: everything happens for a reason.
Going with the flow.
25th August 2008 - 31st August 2008
You are at the beginning of a six-week period in which you can make great strides, both
in the way of personal and professional progress or in terms of travel and enlightenment.
And that proverbial journey of a thousand miles begins here. It may be difficult for you to
let go of items and habits that you have had for years but in order for the positive changes
to take effect now is the time to start binning some ancient relics. Then again you may find
that you have no choice in the matter and certain people and situations will no longer form
part of your life. However stormy the week ahead may be you should be invigorated not
enervated.
Weighing ballast.
1st September 2008 - 7th September 2008
As a Saturn-ruled sign time is your friend not your enemy: you are prepared to wait years for the object of your desires, whether that is a person, a job or some other goal. And your strategies and your patience could be about to pay off. In some cases a seven-year cycle is involved so that what happens in late August/early September has taken that period of time to play out; in other cases current events mark the beginning of a key seven-year phase. There is an aura of travel and distance to these stars so a journey in literal or metaphorical terms lies ahead. Don't let your confidence fail you, even for a nano-second.
Achievement.
8th September 2008 - 14th September 2008
This promises to be a rather special week in the Capricorn calendar. Jupiter, currently in your sign, is harmoniously linked to ruler, Saturn, in the zone of career and life-goals. An organization may now invite you to join them, a reward for your hard work could be forthcoming or you may make a move intended to add to your prestige and your future growth. Whatever the case, good things emerge from events. Just where Uranus and his band of wise-cracking buddies comes in rather depends but you will need to keep your eyes open for the unexpected, the unusual and the unconventional. Then again, it's exhilarating being kept on your toes.
Exciting biting.
15th September 2008 - 21st September 2008
Saying goodbye can be hard in the best of circumstances but under these influences a parting will be even more poignant. Perhaps you met someone whom you considered to be a casual affair but now, faced with a separation, you realize you care deeply for him or her. Or maybe you are setting off on a long-distance trip and having to leave loved ones behind. However, for a few Capricorns these stars are not about distance lending enchantment but informing you that a situation has reached an end. If this is indeed the case, know that the timing is right -you have new territory to explore and there is no longer anything standing in your way.
Seeing the light.
22nd September 2008 - 28th September 2008
You cannot always rely on good luck but if you've put in the effort
here comes the opportunity! The celestial Goat may not be the most
spontaneous of the signs, so much so that sometimes that boat of
opportunity sails right on by while you're checking out its
credentials. So, please don't waste a second in accepting an offer,
especially one that could take you out of your comfort zone. Admittedly,
with Mercury going into reverse thrust on Wednesday there could be some
delays with the finalizing of a contract or putting the finer details of
a matter together but this should not detract from the overall theme of
fortune favouring the ready.
Seizing the moment.
29th September 2008 - 5th October 2008
Are you feeling the wind beneath your wings? Your stars are pointing you ever onward and upward whether a discussion this week takes you in the right direction or you feel intuitively that you are on your way. Wednesday is the day to choose for any important moves and although it seems as though other people are ready to make you offers and strike agreements you should run with the ball while you've got it, so to speak. People will be impressed with you and your ideas, and the more passionate you are, the better the results. And speaking of passion... A romance can blossom now and an important date set in the diary.
Showing who's boss.
6th October 2008 - 12th October 2008
If you have appointments with people of power and influence you're perfectly in synch with your stars. This is a week for getting ahead and making important connections. All year Jupiter has encouraged you to think big and to showcase your talents, and should you not have taken advantage of this opportunity-bringing planet, get your skates on! Of course, you may have to do nothing whatsoever because someone is about to make you an offer you simply cannot refuse. Don't be afraid to stray out of familiar territory either – stretching your abilities and taking risks are all part and parcel of success, and planet Jupiter.
Go, get 'em, tiger!
13th October 2008 - 19th October 2008
You may be able to sign off on a property this week or reach a decision about a job. The areas of home, career and finance are divinely linked so there is a sense of destiny at work behind any major developments, as well as the effect of months of effort. And speaking of divine... Neptune is centre stage giving you access to your higher-self so that you can have a larger view of the situations in hand. Don't ignore that still-small-voice-within and if you are prompted to show compassion to someone, even a competitor, go with your feelings. Not for the first time will you discover that it's the little things that count.
Rewards.
20th October 2008 - 26th October 2008
You are drawing to the end of a two-month period in which career and life-direction have been a top priority. Already, you may have achieved a success or come to realize where your talents and energies would be better channelled but if little in the way of progress or good news has occurred this week's positive alignments could do the trick. It may be necessary to re-contact an individual or organization, and it is certainly worth giving something you believe in another shot. You have the will and the skill to accomplish what you set out to do; what may have been lacking is the belief that you deserve to succeed.
Making the grade.
27th October 2008 - 2nd November 2008
Feeling secure and knowing you have money in the bank is all-important to Capricorn but since Neptune took up residence
in the zone of self-worth, finances have fluctuated and with them your confidence. However, the lesson to learn from
this mystical planet is that money isn't just a material issue but a spiritual one, and that fear of poverty blocks the
monetary flow and prevents enduring prosperity. Now, with Neptune changing direction, the opportunity comes to put this
ancient law into practice. And you may not have to wait very long before you see a result. The tide is turning, Capricorn,
and not just where money is concerned.
The law of abundance.
3rd November 2008 - 9th November 2008
After a confusing start the week improves by the day, and it will improve all the quicker if you keep your cool and do your homework. Information reaching you cannot be trusted and when it comes to finances you will need to avoid panic actions. Yes, this might be the moment to grab a marvellous opportunity but it is also a time when mistakes are easily made. You are moving away from old, established ideas and forming new ones, so those things that come to an end now have well and truly reached their sell-by date. All right, maybe you would have chosen a better time or a different way, but when the cosmos moves, you have to go with it.
Rumblings of change.
10th November 2008 - 16th November 2008
Venus enters your sign on the 12th in the wake of her meeting with mighty Pluto. This therefore could be a significant week
for a romantic liaison. For some Capricorns the time has come to leave a relationship that has been in trouble for some
while - and possibly because of someone else; for others, external events precipitate a crisis in a working or
romantic association, leading to a strengthening of the bonds between you, or a weakening of them. Venus-Pluto
combinations bring out the best and worst in love and life, so the good get better and the worse fall by the wayside. One
thing is for sure, love directs your course right now.
All for love?
17th November 2008 - 23rd November 2008
Cast your mind back to the first week of September. Did you make a decision then? Was there a development that raised your hopes? Or did you put in place the foundation stones of a new project or association? Friday sees the repeat of the Jupiter-Saturn angle that loomed large over events at that time, so, on the one hand, you get to see how successful your actions were or you have a second chance to set such things in motion. It may also be that an opportunity arises all by itself, in which case the moment should be seized before it loses its momentum. Don't be a ditherer or a doubter - you have a winning ticket.
Opportunity in a box.
24th November 2008 - 30th November 2008
Pluto spent the first six months of the year in your sign, then scuttled back giving you a chance to regroup and certainly to consider how your life might be improved by making some radical changes. Now this transformational planet returns to Capricorn and this time when change knocks at the door it will be impossible to resist. Admittedly,in may cases, this process of transformation may take some years to manifest but, especially if you have a 21-24 December birthday, you should be already in the process of reinventing yourself, even if you cannot quite conceive it this way. Situations should not be taken at face value now, but seen for their deeper significance.
Signs of change.
1st December 2008 - 7th December 2008
A Venus-Jupiter conjunction is a thing of beauty, and since these two planets are meeting in your sign there is much to be celebrated now. At the very least this is a week in which to count your blessings and to be surrounded by people you love, or, more truly, that one special person. And for some Capricorns a wedding or an engagement is in the pipeline. Nonetheless, there are some tougher influences to contend with, which may necessitate admitting defeat, albeit a small one. Should this be the case, do not spend a great deal of time on a post-mortem but start building a new blueprint. Think ashes and phoenixes.
Feel the love.
8th December 2008 - 14th December 2008
Plain-sailing is not exactly how I'd describe these stars but if you've been lulled into a state of complacency recently, here comes your wake-up call. To begin with there could just be a change in someone's behaviour or some kind of anomaly that gets your attention but by the end of the week a situation could have performed a U-turn. Of course, this could be an entirely welcome prospect given that you may have given up on a certain matter but if you are less than ecstatic about the turn of events reassure yourself that there are options open to you and it may necessitate your digging into the past or being prepared for a confrontation to find them.
Not your average week.
15th December 2008 - 21st December 2008
You seem to have got yourself stuck in a trough of low pressure. Perhaps you are one degree under health-wise or maybe you've piled your plate too high with duties but whatever has sent the clouds scudding across your playground of life, it won't last forever. You are Saturn's child so you of all the signs can make a plus out of a minus and withstand all manner of inconveniences. Part of the problem is that your imagination is getting in the way of reality so you are painting a difficulty in an even worse light. On Sunday, the sun will come into your own sign re-energising you and giving you back your hope and optimism.
A temporary blip.
22nd December 2008 - 28th December 2008
On Monday the sun and Pluto meet for the first time in your sign so events of this mid-to-late period of December could prove to be highly significant, especially if it is your birthday this week. Under Pluto changes take place at core level but they are invariably accompanied or inspired by major external events – and sometimes rather unexpected ones. With this in mind, do not expect a run-of-the-mill Christmas. There could be profound exchanges over the celebratory fare and someone may surprise you with an announcement. This is the right time to make a big change in your life, or at least to set the stage for one in the near future.
Christmas cheer.
29th December 2008 - 4th January 2009
The planets are sending you into the new year on a raft of mixed messages. On the one hand, Mercury and Jupiter put you in celebration mode yet Saturn's reverse turn suggests only cautious optimism, with the possibility that some unfinished business will slow your progress and necessitate time – even money – in order to set to rights. Indeed, money is going to be the main focus for the next couple of months, a trend that may be evident as early as Friday. You can do very well from your investments and financial moves over the coming year, provided you avoid quick-fixes and do not set your sights too high. And maybe that advice will work for other areas of life too.
Within reason.
5th January 2009 - 11th January 2009
Jupiter may be leaving your sign on Monday but it is moving on to an area in which it can be of great value – finances. Even in this volatile economic climate you have the potential to do very well this year, and it may be that the decisions you reach now and the out of the blue events that happen set in motion this process of enrichment. With this in mind Sunday's full moon encourages you to end unsatisfactory arrangements and recognize where you have drained every last cell in the battery. And if you are thinking of taking a break or slowing down the pace of life, you and a retrograde Mercury will be on the same page.
Getting straight.
12th January 2009 - 18th January 2009
You are in a strong position at present so even though retrograde Mercury could be slowing the pace of life you could and should be making your voice heard and pressing ahead with your agenda. And if you're feeling somewhat sluggish in the wake of an over-indulgent holiday season, getting physical could be just what is needed. A repeat of the Mercury-Jupiter conjunction takes you back to the second-half of December: perhaps a proposal was made that you set to one side or maybe you considered a financial move which could not be achieved then but whatever was stirring your hopes could now be reanimated.
Reviewing the situation.
19th January 2009 - 25th January 2009
To have a sun-Jupiter conjunction in the zone of self-worth is a serious plus. If you can't make money on this aspect you'll find enrichment in other ways. Hopefully, this won't translate as learning from a painful experience and instead you'll negotiate a solid financial deal for yourself or make a beautiful investment of the heart. You will have to be extra careful with written and verbal exchanges though: misunderstandings may happen suddenly and for no reason, and although the kissing and making up might be magical, you don't want to thrust an association – business or romantic – onto a cliff edge unnecessarily.
Enrichment.
26th January 2009 - 1st February 2009
Earlier in the month fortunate Jupiter entered your zone of self-worth and while it will take a year to discover in what ways this planet will add to your lot a solar eclipse on the 26th could be a powerful portent of things to come. Should you have been struggling with a financial matter a solution could be on its way, if you have been wondering how to maximise your earning potential an opening could appear; indeed, this is a perfect moment to create new financial strategies and to have faith in your ability to ride out the global economic storm. Then there's your love life... a new cycle begins now and in a surprising way.
Upping your stock.
2nd February 2009 - 8th February 2009
More than one astrological factor is reminding you of November. A plan hatched then could be near completion, someone you met late last year may reappear or something that made a deep impression on your life comes back to be revisited. And, in general there is an aura of karma, of what-goes-around-comes-around, to events. Capricorn is not a sign driven by irrational feelings, nor would you put your material world at risk for your heart, however, some Goats may well be ready to make a move that will change more than the bedroom furniture. You have to let fate take its course for now, and, once it has, you will be more in control of the ball.
A mighty move.
9th February 2009 - 15th February 2009
Neptune has been influencing finances for some years so if your income has fluctuated and you've acquired or lost money in strange circumstances you know why. Now the added effect of a lunar eclipse on the financial axis of your solar chart brings you to another crunch point. Ideally, you should be signing agreements that add to your financial security but if a deal falls through or it seems you cannot meet a payment, it may be the very best thing. Jupiter has yet to show you what it can do for your monetary situation and shedding an over-heavy burden may be part of the package. And this same insight could also apply to a relationship.
A question of worth.
16th February 2009 - 22nd February 2009
It may be more a case of feeling the pinch than wallowing in luxury at the moment but I know that you know it's feeling rich in spirit that counts. All right, a little bit of good fortune wouldn't go amiss and with Mars and Jupiter putting their powers to maximum effect in the zone of money and self-worth you could be looking at a financial upturn. Don't undersell yourself and don't underestimate the potential of an investment: moves made under these stars are growth-oriented and although you should not put your entire savings into a risky venture you should not be shy about your talents or a sound scheme.
Putting your money where your mouth is.
23rd February 2009 - 1st March 2009
The astrological promise sometimes exceeds its reality but even if you're not clutching the winning lottery ticket you should be spotting an opportunity to improve the state of your finances. Capricorn is a sign that trusts experience and values the accepted view but especially where finances are concerned the rules are changing. These influences could manifest as a lucky break but you'd be better using them to broker superior agreements and set in place new financial strategies. And if you've been nurturing thoughts about starting your own business or going free-lance, you can make them a reality. It's time to put ideas into action.
Money matters.
2nd March 2009 - 8th March 2009
This might not be the first time ever you've needed to be cautious with money but it is the first time this year that you've had to watch financial transactions with the eyes of a hawk. Losses of one sort or another are possible, and even the gains could prove short-lived or far less than expected. Not that this is meant to alarm you: I am merely trying to ensure the golden promise of 2009 is maintained so that you'll see your worth increase. Home and property are also in the mainframe, and if a project appears to stall or someone seems to be withdrawing from you, the chances are the situation only requires time.
Keep those feet on the ground.
9th March 2009 - 15th March 2009
Spontaneity isn't always your strongest suit, although when you act from your heart or your instincts you often achieve remarkable results. And this you should remember now. You may not have much time to make up your mind and your intuition is going to be the better guide. A new avenue is opening up, which in some cases will involve travel and a permanent change of location and in others a long-standing situation requires a radical re-think. Should you be signing a contract you may have no idea as to how your life will change in the process and if you are travelling it will be a journey in every sense of the word.
A new view.
16th March 2009 - 22nd March 2009
Sometimes great ideas happen spontaneously but other times it takes effort and persistence, and with Saturn, the conservative, and Uranus, the revolutionary, holding equal sway both options are on the table now. Put another way, a matter that you have been trying to resolve or a project you have been attempting to bring into being, with little or no success, could suddenly come together. And even if the reverse happens and you receive the thumbs down a new avenue of hope will emerge from the fall out. The sun reaches the base of your solar chart on the 20th helping you lay new foundations of the future – and strong ones at that.
A new chapter.
23rd March 2009 - 29th March 2009
A little over three months ago the sun combined with Pluto ushering in a new year that promised to be different from any other. Now you get to see whether any of those plans you set in motion or any of the possibilities raised had legs, so to speak. You may also discover for the first time why 2009 is a year with a difference. This is a time of turning points, especially regarding family, home and the structures that hold your life together, and while you yourself may be fully in charge of events it could also be that circumstances beyond your control affect your course. Pluto transits are never light but they do bring out the very best in you.
A new season.
30th March 2009 - 5th April 2009
Pluto has been a force to be reckoned with since mid-March so you may be dealing with a matter that has demanded much from you in the way of strength, ingenuity and faith. The weekend could prove to be of particular importance here, whether a special occasion you have been preparing for takes place or unexpected events bring a situation to its natural conclusion. Pluto will turn retrograde on the 4th, thereafter returning over old ground: in some cases, this means an endeavour may be placed on hold for a few months and in others that influences from the past will exert an even greater effect on what you do and what happens to you.
A turn in the tide.
6th April 2009 - 12th April 2009
As Saturn's child you know all about patience and hard work so in some ways you'll be in your element this week. However, were you planning to take some time out for fun and pleasure, it's going prove hard work! There could be errors and delays to contend with and you may spend more time than you would like stroking other people's egos. On the plus side, finances are looking perkier and this would be an ideal week to make an offer on a property or negotiate a deal whereby money is freed up or will yield dividends in the future. Friday's full moon enables you to put a piece of your past behind you.
Bitter-sweet.
27th April 2009 - 3rd May 2009
Venus and Pluto have been flirting with each other since the beginning of February – and if you've be dealing with a situation that has taken you to the stars and back, or more probably caused you a headache or two, a denouement is in sight. The best policy to adopt in this climate of extremes is one of non-resistance. Trying to force the tide back proved too much for King Canute, as it will for you; what you need to do is take a step back and give these waves of change a chance. Passionate unions can be made and unhappy alliances broken now and even if life appears to be devoid of high drama, something deep within you is being stirred.
Core changes.
13th April 2009 - 19th April 2009
You may believe in sticking to your principles but occasionally you need to be adaptable and accommodating. And this is one of those weeks when tolerance is your trusty servant. There is a chance a date will have to be cancelled or that a situation you had believed was watertight springs a leak. You'll be treading on eggshells much of the time, although you must be philosophical about the actions other people take – think: last straws and crunch-points. Then again, it could be you who is keen to make big changes and to give others an ultimatum. You certainly have some power and control, which you should use wisely and compassionately.
Detours and diversions.
20th April 2009 - 26th April 2009
You are under pressure but never forget that the celestial Goat is at its best when times are tough. Towards the end of last year a decision could have been made and it has taken until this time for you to see the wisdom of those actions. On the other hand, you may have thought about taking on a commitment or putting in motion a big idea and it has taken until now to get all your ducks in a row. The past has a part to play in what is happening at the moment – the only problem being, you cannot go back and rewrite history. Much may be asked of you, and maybe there will be upheaval, but you can do it!
Stepping up to the plate.
4th May 2009 - 10th May 2009
You might not get anywhere in a flash but you will arrive. So, put yourself into a holding pattern and assume that a delay serves a greater purpose and that you, the patient Goat, will prevail. In your favour is an harmonious aspect to ruler, Saturn, which will help you cement a long-term plan and it may also signal a journey in the near future that will result in great things. Indeed, these influences are all about the futility of short-term fixes and the value of the long haul. Also on the menu: a romance could morph into a full blown commitment and a relationship that has been through a crisis could benefit from a short separation.
Long term benefits.
11th May 2009 - 17th May 2009
For the past five months ruler, Saturn, has been retrograding and in tandem causing you some frustrating episodes, especially where your long term plans are concerned. This task-master of the planets now begins a forward course so over the next few weeks you will start to regain lost ground. Of course, Mercury, the motivator, is currently in backwards mode so it may take until the end of the month before you see evidence of progress. But evidence there will be. This week provides you with an opportunity to exercise your ingenuity and your self-belief – qualities as vital in finances as with affairs of the heart.
Speculate to accumulate.
18th May 2009 - 24th May 2009
Capricorn rarely slips up when it comes to finances but you will need to be extra careful where you put your money and how you deal with financial matters in general this week. It could be that a mistake was made a few weeks ago resulting in a current impasse; on the other hand, you may be in danger of committing an error, either because you are short on facts and figures or your focus is not what it should be. And finances may not be the only area in which misunderstandings are rife. Not everyone is being as honest or as thorough as he or she might be so leave nothing to chance and keep pressing for assurances.
Check the facts.
25th May 2009 - 31st May 2009
You get to see what the Jupiter-Neptune merger can do for your finances and self-worth. If you receive a bonus or the thumbs up then you'll know this planetary couple are rewarding you for your efforts and faith but if you make a financial loss or a situation appears to be going belly up, while this cannot be good news it doesn't necessarily mean all is lost. It's simply a case of going back to the drawing board. Someone has made a mistake, a miscalculation, and it may well be you... These influences work better on a spiritual level, increasing your sensitivity to the divine and plucking at your heart-strings, something you may discover all by yourself now.
Heavenly rewards.
1st June 2009 - 7th June 2009
Pluto has not always been your friend and ally – at least not on the surface; deep down he only cares that you fulfil your destiny – however, he turns his bright face towards you and holds out his hand. If someone comes back to you with an offer that is less than you hoped for do not dismiss it. There could be reasons you cannot yet understand why you should take advantage of an opportunity. Likewise, if you have knocked at a door and it refused to open, give it another try. In some ways you have to be fatalistic about what happens under these stars – what comes together or falls apart is indeed meant to be.
QuĂ' sera, sera.
8th June 2009 - 14th June 2009
This is the second week in a row that Pluto has put his best face forward and helped you see where all your efforts – or is that suffering? - have got you. It is a time of acknowledgement and acceptance. These influences enable you to put a relationship onto a permanent footing or an endeavour in which you have invested time and emotions should be bearing fruit. Pluto not only presides over major events but it inspires a process so what is happening is that the changes taking place within you are beginning to manifest in the external world. Some Capricorns will be able to relate to this immediately while others must simply trust the process.
Unfolding.
15th June 2009 - 21st June 2009
Living in the moment is the recipe for success and peace of mind, and with the cosmic joker in charge of life and love this week the more laid back you are, the better. Rules occasionally need breaking – especially those you yourself have created, which serve only to keep you in a rut – and rather than fighting change you should welcome it with enthusiasm. What you will need to watch out for are slips of the real and verbal kind. Uranus is renowned for causing computer blips and interfering with the functioning of machinery so don't lose your concentration or ignore a distress signal. You want to enjoy the roller-coaster ride, not spend your time fixing the rivets!
Thrills and spills.
22nd June 2009 - 28th June 2009
Six months ago the sun hooked up to Pluto in your sign bringing about one or more major changes or sowing the seeds of future change. Thus, at this point in the year, either you will be reaping the harvest of last December and early January's events or implementing them. However, Pluto is not always a planet you can control – he has your destiny in his hands, and if you're not on the right trajectory he'll make sure you are, usually by presenting you with a big challenge or a huge opportunity. A relationship could be central to this process now, whether you are powerfully drawn to someone and ready to commit body and soul or because an alliance is no longer viable.
A testing point.
29th June 2009 - 5th July 2009
A little over a week ago the sun opposed Pluto and now Mercury follows suit. This therefore gives you either an opportunity to process events and talk them through with others or the recent rumblings of thunder will become a full blown storm, albeit one that clears the air. It seems other people have the power to destabilize you at the moment, whether by generating passionate and romantic feelings in you or making life extremely difficult. As always with Pluto in your sign, what is offered is personal transformation – a process that cannot happen in a vacuum but as a result of challenging and sometimes rather wonderful developments.
Shedding a skin.
6th July 2009 - 12th July 2009
This is one of the most important weeks of 2009. A lunar eclipse in your sign marks the beginning or end of a series of developments that will change the shape of a key part of your life – changes that may well come about through a relationship. Some Capricorns will be in the process of extricating themselves from a union that has gone sour while others will be ready to make an abiding commitment – or have done so in recent weeks. And in general other people have the ability to make a huge impact on you and your future. Whatever the upheaval you really do not have much choice other than to go along with this powerful wave of change.
Powerful times.
13th July 2009 - 19th July 2009
If last week's eclipse in your sign created something of a hiatus, Uranus and his team of planetary vigilantes come to your rescue. This may involve a rethink of a plan that has floundered or your taking a whole new course. Certainly, old thinking is useless in a climate of change like this one. By contrast, if you've met someone recently but are concerned about rocking the boat or rendering yourself open to hurt, maybe you need to remember that the heart invariably has the right answers, and you ignore its dictates at some cost. Likewise, if a relationship has hit the rocks, perhaps a radical move on your part could relaunch it.
Forget convention.
20th July 2009 - 26th July 2009
Two weeks ago, a lunar eclipse in your sign may well have brought a simmering situation to boiling point. It could be that you had to end an association or that an endeavour came to a halt, in which case Wednesday's solar eclipse presides over a new beginning. Normally, Capricorn weighs everything carefully in the balance and unless there are solid guarantees in place will not take a risk, however, it is the nature of eclipses to inspire the unusual and the unexpected and actions prompted by the heart. More than one hallowed institution or individual in which you have placed your trust has proved unworthy; isn't it time you tried something completely different?
Going with your gut.
27th July 2009 - 2nd August 2009
Towards the end of last year Venus conjoined Pluto in your sign thus setting in motion a new cycle, first and foremost for love and second for finance. Venus now opposes Pluto (2nd) so you get to see whether the actions you took at that time have grown shoots, so to speak, or turned out to be more trouble than they're worth! Many Capricorns are at a crucial point in the year, if not of their lives, so even if the moves you are making are done with love and good will there will still be an element of anxiety to cope with. And should you be presented with a fait-accompli take it on trust that it is meant to be. You will survive and thrive.
One step at a time.
3rd August 2009 - 9th August 2009
Recognizing your value and knowing you are valued is the theme of the week. Pluto in your sign is harmoniously angled by Mercury so talks lead to happy outcomes and you should be thinking grand designs not mini make-overs. Plus, this is no time to undersell yourself or accept treatment that is less than you deserve. Thursday's eclipse, like all lunar eclipses, brings situations to crunch point, often because of an out of the blue development. It may be that something has been spiralling out of control, albeit under the radar, so that at this juncture you can set matter to rights. And, if not, it's time to explore alternatives. There are plenty more pebbles on the beach.
A question of values.
10th August 2009 - 16th August 2009
With Jupiter and Saturn playing an equal role in your affairs your mettle may be tested but you should emerge victorious. These two planets work well together in business and matters that require a mix of practicality, reality and positive thinking so while this may not be the most romantic week on record you could be basking in the glow of material success. Then again, with Venus in the relationship zone it could be the business of love that holds the promise of success. With this in mind, now would be a good moment to work through a problem in a relationship and to set it on a new and positive course.
Business first, pleasure later.
17th August 2009 - 23rd August 2009
Spontaneity isn't always your strongest suit but you can muster it when you don't allow yourself to think! There is much to be gained from last minute decisions and going where you've never been before. By the same token, however, you need to be prepared for a departure from the norm inspired by someone else's actions. Maybe a decision is not along the lines of what you had hoped for and, perhaps, you are facing the end of a dream but there will be new ways forward and new dreams. Plus, for some Capricorns what pops out of the blue this week will turn out to be the passport to a new and exciting era.
Going with the flow.
24th August 2009 - 30th August 2009
When Pluto knocks at your door you have to let him in, otherwise a forced entry will create even more hassle. In plain terms, this dwarf among the planets has the job of dredging up buried treasure, often in the form of information. And if you turn a blind eye to a situation it will end up costing you more. Thus, events in late August are certainly enlightening and possibly earth-shaking. A heart to heart discussion could transform a business or romantic relationship and if you sense someone has an agenda he or she is keeping from you now would be the moment to extract it. Mountains can be moved now but it won't be an easy job.
Digging deep.
31st August 2009 - 5th September 2009
With the sun firmly in the zone of travel and distant objectives you should be consulting the diary and pencilling in some important dates. It is time to look at the bigger picture and to plan where you'll be a year or more down the line. Documents could be ready to sign and decisions of a legal nature may be made, and it seems you're acquiring a bit of an education. Nonetheless, with a full moon on the axis of communications, you will have to detach yourself from the emotional content of events in order to see where actions and statements are leading. With Mercury about to turn on its heel you don't want to leave any room for confusion.
Seeing clearly.
6th September 2009 - 13th September 2009
Since early April, Pluto has been retrograding in your sign, a factor that may not have resulted in the demise of a situation so much as its less than pleasing performance. You may have been forced to wait for other people to get their acts together or perhaps it has been a case of one obstacle after another; on the other hand the past five months could have sent you on an inward journey so that you became more introverted and analytical. Whatever the effects, however, they are beginning to weaken and by the end of the month you should feel replenished and certainly more sure of where you're headed. You're going to get a result.
Shifting gears.
14th September 2009 - 20th September 2009
Patience and persistence are all very well but at some point you have to get a result. Whether you have reached the end of your tether or someone else has run out of steam, an inconvenient truth can no longer be avoided, things must change. Hopefully, your plans and timetable are in synch with the stars so that you are ready to leave some aspect of your existence behind and head off in a brand new direction. And joyfully so. But if you have been fighting change the moment has come to lay down your arms. While you may not be at a life crossroads there's something about events this week that will set you thinking about your future.
New horizons.
21st September 2009 - 27th September 2009
It's a good job you like to take your time: whether you're embarking on a journey or heading into discussion, you'll be going via the pretty route. Bureaucracy and red-tape could get in the way of decisions and people who seemed to be on board previously may be fighting shy of a commitment. Some changes are necessary – you won't get everything you hoped for and more – but you'll come away with nothing unless you're prepared to give an inch or two. The climate is far from sunny so even if you have high hopes for the future and remain convinced that your ideas are workable others are likely to be fearful and therefore obstructive. All this will pass.
Stiff upper lip.
28th September 2009 - 4th October 2009
Sunday's full moon crystallizes your mind. Since the end of August you could have been mulling over the options available to you and reaching no conclusions but either because the time is right or through developments this week there is no longer any uncertainty. This is an ideal moment to make a move intended to add to your material wealth and security; it is also an excellent period in which to end a situation that has served its purpose. The roots of life are in the frame so you could be affected by the judgement or actions of a member of the family or you may have to alter your domestic situation due to changes on the job front.
Reaching conclusions.
5th October 2009 - 11th October 2009
For the third time in six weeks Mercury squares up to Pluto so a confrontation of some description lies ahead. It could be that you have tried juggling your time and energies in order to keep everyone happy or you may have been trying to avoid taking a certain action because it will cause upheaval, and certainly some raised eyebrows, but something's got to give and it appears to be you who must make the decisions. By contrast, an offer that was made or a plan that was drawn up a little while ago could receive the final thumbs up. What you won't be able to do is keep everything the same and please all of the people all of the time.
Decision time.
12th October 2009 - 18th October 2009
October may be proving already to be a month of important developments, and if you've got this far and nothing of interest has materialized, tense those muscles... Fortunate Venus angles Pluto awakening slumbering feelings and resurrecting situations that you had given up on, or forgotten about. In the main events should be exhilarating, although some Capricorns may feel they have lost more than they have gained. Should you be starting a job, beginning a new phase of your life or taking a relationship to the next level, know that it is a good thing. It is the right time to strip away the dead wood and await growth in the spring.
Doing the right thing.
19th October 2009 - 25th October 2009
With Jupiter and Neptune influencing finance this year it may have been a case of overoptimistic projections and unexpected disappointments. But there is always hope, and you should have confidence in discussions taking place this week. You are being seen in the most favourable light so if you are looking for a positive response or you require someone to promote your ideas and talents, you have a seriously good chance of success. Don't spend too long thinking about a new strategy or improving what you have been working on for months, seize the moment and trust that your instincts will carry you through.
Hope in a bottle
26th October 2009 - 1st November 2009
This is a big week for the Capricorn clan: Saturn, your ruler, arrives at the Mid-heaven of your solar chart from where it will preside over your future successes. You may have to shed one or two inappropriate pursuits in the process and you'll certainly discover how much you're prepared to sacrifice for your ambitions, but the coming two years are the most power-building of the next decade. With this in mind should a financial situation become the source of aggravation this week, consider the wisdom of shedding a load you do not need. Throwing good money after bad is no way for the celestial Goat to live up to its hard-nosed reputation.
Slimming down.
2nd November 2009 - 8th November 2009
There is the equivalent of a storm surge going on in the financial areas of your horoscope. Perhaps a negotiation is over and you are about to make or receive a large payment or maybe one of those plates you have spinning on a stick is in danger of tumbling off. Certainly, pressure is building, whether you should be grabbing an opportunity or cutting your losses. Other people may not be particularly flexible so you will have to bring out all the big guns to achieve your ends but what you don't want to do is lose the moment. Have the courage of your convictions: when you get tough the cosmos gets right behind you.
Making a stand.
9th November 2009 - 15th November 2009
You are getting your first taste of what Saturn and Pluto can do for you. These two planets combined can turn a maybe into a definitely but they invariably provide a major lesson in the process. This may not be immediately apparent through the events of the coming week but any minor problem should be examined for its potential to morph into something a lot more troublesome in time to come. Do your best to get ideas in black and white and keep records of transactions and dialogues. And should a project or an association hit the buffers, now may not be the moment to try to salvage it: if it's part of your future it will come back to you.
A lesson in acceptance.
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