Elegance... Venus has entered her second home, Libra, where she'll stay until September 10th. In the sign of the scales, Venus favors formal occasions and good manors. Use diplomacy. Connections to Uranus & Pluto benefit groups with a purpose: charity functions, political meetings, the PTA.

Headstrong... The waning gibbous Moon strides through Aries today, giving us a push to get things done. It's better to complete projects already underway, but the sign of the ram is good for initiating things too. Luna is void from 2:51p to 10:35p EDT, so take care of routine tasks later in the day.

Waiting Room... The Moon is industrious Capricorn as we move to tomorrow's Full Moon Sun/Jupiter meeting. It's an upbeat energy, but Luna is void until 9:46p EDT, so it's not a good time to initiate actions. Strategy: use today to prepare for things you intend to do over the next couple of days.

Putting Up With The Rules... As Saturn stations this weekend, we may find it necessary to play by the rules. Challenges to authority and the status quo may not be successful. Shoulder the burden, act responsibly. But don't worry, it's only a few days until the Full Moon with Sun conjunct Jupiter.

Not So Fast... The Sun is in Leo, Mercury is direct, and we're heading towards the Full Moon. Yet before we get to the fun stuff, the Sun has to oppose Pluto, and Saturn is stationing to retrograde. Plus Mercury is moving very slowly. This weekend there might be some hiccups in our plans for fun.

The Devil's in the Details... We're at the active first quarter moon, always a time for initiating new projects and plans. Alas, Mercury stations to go direct later this week, and mishaps are likely to multiply. Take care of routine tasks, don't push too hard. It may a case of "hurry up and wait".

Basket Case... Four planets are at 4 degrees this weekend: Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, & Pluto form (generally) harmonious aspects with each other. Technological innovation is highlighted, plus maybe some short term volatility. But this basket pattern suggests tides turning in social/political arenas.

Wake Up Call: Waxing out of the Cancer New Moon, things are moving a little slowly: but just for a bit. By the end of the day, Luna leaves Cancer for Leo, where she'll meet Jupiter and oppose Pluto. Don't push too hard at midweek - yet be aware that unexpected surprises might be coming (y)our way.

(Try to) Take It Easy... As we wane into the new moon, energy is likely to be at a low point this weekend. After a tumultuous, Neptune soaked week, that may not be a bad thing. Plus, we'll be very active just after Tuesday's Cancer New Moon, so it's a good idea to rest up.

You can't make this stuff up... Apparently, this fan has been around for a while, but he came to international prominence on the night of Neptune's station in Aries this week. Although Belgian, he's dressed as a viking, with the symbol of Neptune (Greco-Roman, not Norse) on his chest, in red.

Think About It... At midweek, the last quarter Moon meets with Saturn in Aries. We may be inspired to finish up projects & take care of business. Yet with Neptune stationing retrograde and Mercury already in reverse, it may be best to just go with the flow. A really poor day for practical decisions.

A Thousand Years a City, A Thousand Years a Forest - Indian Proverb

Hot Under the Collar... As Mars approaches his meeting with Uranus on the 4th, tempers are likely to be short and actions impulsive. Hopefully, meeting in Gemini will keep things on a verbal level, although watch out for road rage. Mercury retrograde square Eris, goddess of discord, doesn't help.

Regal: With Jupiter in Leo for the next year, it's time to live from the heart (really, it always is). Focus on what gives you joy. The vibe tends towards creativity and romance. In the collective, it's a good time for royalty, entertainment, and probably overdramatic shows of pomp and power.

(Un)Certain: Mercury stations to retrograde tomorrow, and mishaps tend to multiply near the stations, so take care with transportation, communication, and technology. The start of this retrograde is a little 'extra' thanks to the Full Moon energy and Jupiter at the last degree of Cancer.

Illusions, Delusions, and Confusion... As the Sun squares Neptune over the next few days, unrealistic vibes prevail. Avoid practical decisions, but it's a great time for meditation, creativity, and fantasy. The last week of June has Mercury retrograding, so this advice extends into July.

With The Beetles... Each year as the Sun moves into Cancer, my backyard hosts brown crablike beetles. After Sol moves into Leo, they become a rarity. I don't make too much out of it, it's just a Cancerian peculiarity here at 40N, 73W. Still, it's kind of cool. Image by kellepics, via Pixabay

Solstice: Today the Sun is ticking off his last few hours in Gemini, heading for Cancer and the solstice (summer, if you're up north, winter, if you're below the equator). At his peak, or nadir, Sol begins to move in the opposite direction. Every peak followed by a valley, and vice-versa.

A Bump in the Road? The Moon joins Venus in Leo today, which should make for an upbeat and fun midweek vibe. Should. But both will oppose powerful Pluto this afternoon. Power struggles and accountability checks may lurk beneath good times. Phrase of the day: "This would be so good, if only..."

Shocking! The Sun has entered sociable Gemini, and for many of us it's time to get out and connect with community again after the long winter hibernation. Yet as we approach the weekend, Sol meets with Uranus, and everyone feels like doing their own thing. Break out of the box and try something new.

A Good Idea... We start this lunar cycle fast, with Mercury and the Sun meeting Uranus this week. Brilliant ideas, direct communication, and a striking need for independence buzz through the collective. While we may still be shaking off the sleepy feel of the new moon, it's time to get moving.

Getting Stoned: As we approach the Taurus New Moon, the lunar cycle is winding down. Yet on Thursday Luna is in Aries & we may feel like we 'should' be active, but lack energy. Keep expectations in check. The new moon is conjunct Algol, Medusa's head. Are we seeding something we'd rather not see?

Wrapping Up... We're at the last quarter moon, always a time of assessing and making decisions. What's working, and what isn't? Where do you want to reinvest or divest? With Luna in Aquarius, the focus may be on Big Picture matters. But the vibe is also good for socializing, especially with friends.

Stop Right There! Pluto stations to retrograde, casting a Scorpionic feel over midweek. Do your own thing, and let others do theirs. A bit of alone time can really help the day. Moon is in Cap, so do some work - but don't let frustration build.

Take It Easy... A void and waning Sagittarius Moon suggests we take a step back on Tuesday. Take care of routine tasks, and let yourself meander through the day. Tomorrow will have a very different, more intense, feel, as Pluto stations. You may feel the tension building beneath the surface today.

Volatile: The Scorpio Full Moon holds a great deal of tension, and potential for a powerful release. Luna likes neither being full nor being in Scorpio, & she has to contend with both as the weekend begins. Not everyone will have challenges, but beware of folks who are getting hot under the collar.

Perspective... The waxing Libra Moon has stepped away from the other planets, shining back a little perspective. Midweek is an active, energetic time, great for taking care of what needs to be done. Thursday's void moon still has plenty of energy, but less focus: routine tasks are favored.

High Tech: Uranus enters Gemini today, beginning a 7 year stay. In Gem, Uranus fosters technology and innovation: supercharged this time around by a trine from Pluto. Expect rapid changes in AI & more. But Uranus in Gem also indicates small groups that can have a big effect. Think global, act local.

Cautiously Optimistic: As Luna waxes towards Jupiter, we're feeling upbeat and positive. Yet we're also aware that changes are coming, as Uranus meets Venus at the end of his 7 year stay in Taurus. Shake ups in romance & finance are possible. Plus, Luna is a bit overcautious in the sign of the crab.

Aries/Arise... True, this Aries New Moon is a time of fresh starts and new beginnings, in a sense it's a New Year's Day. With all the planets direct and many in fiery Aries, things are moving. Yet this is Mars' home sign: conflict and aggression are possibilities. Be assertive without being an ass.