JUNE 15 – 21, 2007
Early birds (readers of the online horoscope) may catch a moment
of artistic inspiration while visionary Neptune sets the tone for Wednesday. Late
Thursday, the versatile Gemini new moon initiates a new lunar cycle, heavy on
communication, trade and travel, that Mercury promptly disrupts by turning retrograde
on Friday. Father's Day might be more luxurious, more enjoyable this year
courtesy of the warm-hearted Leo moon. The workweek presents an odd mix of revelations,
congratulations, recriminations, possible reparations and, on the 21st, summer-solstice
celebrations

Aries

Only one more week to take advantage of the edge your Mars ruler is giving you.
On the 24th, the red planet moves on to Taurus and won't return to Aries
until April 2009. Although the trine is an easygoing aspect, the connection between
acerbic Mars and manipulative Pluto on the summer solstice favors the hot-blooded
Ram who's been holding a grudge against a professor, pundit, priest, pedophile
or foreign power broker. Mercury retrograde can slow down work being done around
the house, but you suspected as much, didn't you?

Taurus

One of the happier times of the year occurs on Tuesday, when your affectionate
Venus ruler perfects a favorable trine with jolly Jupiter. While the two “benefics”
are reinforcing each other's positive traits, now would be the time to double
your pleasure, double your fun. Maybe even call your sister. Since the new moon
on Flag Day takes place in your Gemini money house, don't let a chance to
buy, sell or trade for something of great value pass by. Spend a moment visualizing
that treasure or, better yet, choosing which talent you want to develop further.

Gemini

Mercury turns retrograde in your Cancer house of assets and acquisitions. It's
probably too late to remind you to be diligent about money matters, the paperwork
involved, plus the goods and services that'll pass through your place over
the next three weeks. By now, Twins should know what to expect when your ruling
planet takes another of its three-times-a-year trips down memory lane. Meanwhile,
you may have one more birthday-related event to face as the Gemini sun illuminates
secretive Pluto in your marriage house: What is your partner hiding now?

Cancer

Mercury turns retrograde in your sign on the 15th, goes direct on July 9 and doesn't
leave Cancer until August 4. This may seem like an inordinately long time to deal
with the little guy and the messes he makes, but as of the 21st, the strength
of the sun can help clarify the issues that need your attention. The others should
be put on hold. Meanwhile, you'll have an excuse to enjoy (maybe even pay
for) some luxurious fun and games as agreeable Venus in your Leo money house and
generous Jupiter in your house of romance and recreation form a favorable (for
you) trine.

Leo

Grab the Crab. The two signs are linked this week by a harmonious tie, not unlike
a colorful ribbon, that you both can wear with pride. As long as the ribbon doesn't
turn into a rein, it's okay to take a frisky Centaur along for the ride.
Relinquishing control isn't easy for a fixed sign such as yours, but after
your sun ruler confronts Pluto, the master of manipulation, Monday night, you
aren't scheduled to face another obstacle until mid-August, and that one
you can easily blow off. Meanwhile, only four weeks until affectionate, attractive
Venus must leave Leo.

Virgo

There are basically two arenas that Virgos experiencing their Mercury ruler's
retrogression through Cancer during the next three weeks should focus on. For
the August-born: confusion over club dates, meetings, colleagues' contributions,
social get-togethers, politics, union matters, and the blogging they entail. For
the September-born: It'll be about your career, clients, employers, community
leaders, parents and your reputation. How the public sees you, whether it has
the proper perception, how you can correct it, etc. Good luck.

Libra

Join the parade. Bulls, Lions and Centaurs might appear to be leading it, but
the Scales are more than welcome to join the party. In fact, a committee of your
peers may pay you to be the figurehead. Having your magnetic Venus ruler at the
top of your solar chart offers an opportunity for prominence that, unless you're
working undercover, should not be ignored, especially while Venus is in the midst
of a joyful moment with prosperous Jupiter. Mercury retrograde in Cancer might
be more of a hassle if you're traveling abroad or taking courses.

Scorpio

Remind yourself that the annual Gemini new moon on Thursday may present an interesting
opportunity to make money using other people's money, the area of expertise
traditionally attributed to Scorpio. Then figure in how three weeks of Mercury
retrograde in Cancer could delay the onset of this venture, not to mention the
need to nurture it through most of the summer. If you plan to get away for a holiday,
aim for Labor Day rather than the Fourth. For the moment, protecting the bird
in your hand is a better deal than the two in the bush.

Sagittarius

The party animals of the zodiac are gathering to commemorate and celebrate the
joyful connection between your exuberant Jupiter ruler and affectionate but tasteful
Venus in Leo. The exact date of their liaison is Tuesday; however, you could be
feeling the good vibes as soon as the new moon in your Gemini marriage house sends
you on a mission to explore this year's version of “togetherness.”
Don't shy away from any offer you get while impulsive Mars in your house
of romance and risk trines darkly desirous Pluto in Sag. Hot!

Capricorn

Goats might not feel especially blessed by, perhaps not even included in, the
hoopla being raised while Venus and Jupiter, Mars and Pluto make their rewarding
trines to each other. Nevertheless, an irritating element of your scene at home
could disappear suddenly, done in by a guardian angel you didn't know you
had. A city ordinance? An avenging relative? Let whoever is working behind the
scenes do his or her thing while you concentrate on a new assignment that the
new moon in your Gemini house of work, health and the daily drill comes up with.

Aquarius

Air signs, whether or not they even care, can also benefit from harmonious relations
between the fire signs. See if loving Venus and lavish Jupiter do something really
nice for your partner and, by association, you. Or if the Mars-Pluto trine makes
your neighborhood less dangerous, less seedy than it was. The one area that might
not show any improvement, much less any action, is work. Mercury turning retrograde
on Friday wanders back and forth, misplacing important items, misinterpreting
what co-workers say, until August.

Pisces

Water signs might feel depleted, depressed or simply washed out by all the fire-sign
energy being emitted this week. There's not much you can do about it except
trust that your loved ones will share their good fortune with you. Ballsy Mars
in your Aries money house is on very good terms with the plutocrats who can affect
your career, so maybe you'll get the nerve to ask for more, please. Maybe
even carve out a tastier piece of the pie for yourself? Mercury retrograde in
watery Cancer won't be a problem if you go with the flow and, if necessary,
call Roto-Rooter.

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