January 2016
All times are set in Eastern Standard Time (EST). V/C means the moon is void of course and it is in between signs. It is not the best time to make plans because they rarely turn out as planned. Some aspect details are by Cafe Astrology.
Friday January 1st 2016: Moon v/c at 12:33am. Moon enters Libra at 1:41am. Mercury enters Aquarius at 9:20pm. Happy New Year's!
Saturday Jan 2nd: Fourth quarter of the moon begins at 12:30am. Moon v/c at 11:23am.
Sun 11 Capricorn 17 semi-sextile Saturn 11 Sagittarius 17 at 1:35am: You have the discipline and focus to overcome any challengers and obstacles that might come your way.
Sunday Jan 3rd: Mars enters Scorpio at 9:32am. Moon enters Scorpio at 2:36pm.
Monday Jan 4th: No changes
Tuesday Jan 5th: Mercury goes retrograde at 8:06am (until Jan 25th). Moon v/c at 12:47pm. Plan ahead, make a plan b and c. Have backups for all your major technology devices, triple check times, dates, tickets to help avoid delays but remember some things are out of our control. Mercury retrogrades can cause misunderstandings. Don't make any hasty or impulsive important decisions or commitments. Mercury retrogrades gets a lot of bad reputation because of all the delays, miscommunication, and other mishaps. What most people don't know is Mercury retrograde can be a great time for healing. Redo! Rethink! Review! "Take a break". Get back into nature, go for hike. Put down all the phones, computers, tablets etc.. (they don't do well during a Mercury retrograde anyway). Do something creative, paint, write, play music, go out and dance. Do something fun!
Mercury 1 Aquarius 03 square Mars 1 Scorpio 03 at 6:59am: Impatience, disagreements, rudeness and nervous energy. Not a good time for starting a new project. Try to watch what you say in the heat of the moment. You just might regret it later. Don't jump to conclusions without all the facts.
Venus 7 Sagittarius 40 square Neptune 7 Pisces 40 at 9:33am: This aspect can lead to troubles in relationships. Relationships and financial investments started under this square seem better than what they really are. This could end up being a disappointment. We can be overly sensitive. Good time for artistic expression. Secret love affairs are possible.
Sun 15 Capricorn 14 conjunct Pluto 15 Capricorn 14 at 10:28pm: Strong willed and focused.
Wednesday Jan 6th: Moon enters Sagittarius at 1:56am.
Thursday Jan 7th: Moon v/c at 9:44pm. Jupiter goes retrograde (until May 9th) at 11:40pm. Whenever Jupiter is retrograde it isn't a great time to start a new endeavor. Reflect on your ongoing projects. Slow down and look over everything. When things aren't flowing right, you might want to reconsider. If changes need to be made, make them now. Jupiter is our planet of fortune, luck, and spirituality. During a Jupiter retrograde we have to work a little harder to achieve these things. Jupiter retrograde is more spiritual and philosophical so it is a time to explore philosophies
Sun 16 Capricorn 38 square Uranus 16 Aries 38 at 7:22am: Expect the unexpected. The planets keep us on our toes. Things are definitely not boring. In fact if we go with the flow, we could end up trying out new things or a different way to go about things. We may feel out of control. People could display erratic behavior.
Friday Jan 8th: Moon enters Capricorn at 10:07am. Mercury enters Capricorn at 2:36pm.
Venus 12 Sagittarius 01 conjunct Saturn 12 Sagittarius 01 at 11:11pm: Relationships are stable. Friendships grow and become stronger. Relationships formed under this aspect is normally long lasting. Venus conjunct Saturn gives us discipline for creative projects. A lot of talented artists are born with this conjunction.
Saturday Jan 9th: New Moon in Capricorn at 8:31pm. This Capricorn moon is an intense one. In fact a lot of planets are in Capricorn including Pluto which brings transformation. All this Earth energy can feel heavy and serious. Some may even feel depressed but we can break through it. Capricorn moons are get for setting goals, commitments. It also focuses on traditions and responsibilities. The new year and new moons are normally good for new beginnings. However things change up a little with Mercury being in retrograde (in Capricorn!). Mercury retrograde delays things and things started during Mercury's trip backwards don't always turn out the way we plan or get finished. Take this time to go back to review old patterns, look at the core value of your goals. Have your goals changed out all? Use this moon to look deeper, explore your values, meditate. Finish up any unfinished business. We must go back and fill in all the potholes in order to build a strong foundation for the year. The energy of the moon and planets can leave us feeling uncomfortable. Remain confident and be honest with yourself. Capricorn, Saturn, and Pluto are self empowering. Use this to better yourself. If you use it for self centered reasons (con to these signs and planets) it can can back to bite you. We have to take baby steps to achieve our dreams. Write down your goals, as well as the actions you can take to reach them. The sea goat is all about taking our dreams and making them a reality by climbing up the mountain. Climbing a mountain takes time and effort. We can not do this without the right tools. The squares during this time can make us or other people aggressive, argumentative, and impulsive. Be aware and flexible. Keep an open mind. There can be sudden changes thanks to the influence of Uranus. Accept that some things are out of our control. Resistance will only make things more stressful. 2016 will be a hard year for people who are stubborn to change, stuck on old beliefs that aren't beneficial, and are not open to other options, suggestions or opinions.
Sunday Jan 10th: Moon v/c at 12:39pm. Moon enters Aquarius at 3:23pm.
Mercury 28 Capricorn 39 semi-square Venus 13 Sagittarius 39 at 7:23am: Hypersensitivity. You might have trouble in communicating in social and romantic settings.
Monday Jan 11th: Moon v/c at 8:09pm.
Mercury 27 Capricorn 17 semi-square Saturn 12 Sagittarius 17 at 2:56pm:There could be delays and having to re-do something that you thought was completed. Focus on fixing the problems instead of wasting your energy whining and being angry.
Venus 15 Sagittarius 26 semi-sextile Pluto 15 Capricorn 26 at 6:18pm: Highly passionate time.
Tuesday Jan 12th: Moon enters Pisces at 6:53pm.
Venus 16 Sagittarius 42 trine Uranus 16 Aries 42 at 7:11pm: Spontaneous energy, and creative inspiration. You can fall in love quickly but it normally doesn't last long. Meeting with unusual people. Group involvement can be beneficial.
Wednesday Jan 13th: Sun 22 Capricorn 53 semi-square Neptune 7 Pisces 53 at 10:37am: Not a great time for scheduling surgery, job interviews, or other important matters. Creative projects are much easier to focus on than other areas requiring will power and discipline.
Sun 23 Capricorn 11 trine Jupiter 23 Virgo 11 at 5:49pm: Enthusiastic and ooptimistic. We grow and expand, especially spiritually under this aspect. Luck and financial prosperity are other benefits of this trine.
Thursday Jan 14th: Moon v/c at 11:31am. Moon enters Aries at 9:48pm.
Sun 23 Capricorn 50 conjunct Mercury 23 Capricorn 50 at 9:05am: Our thoughts are on point with what we want. A good time for solving problems. This conjunction is good for creativity. Self-analyzing can happen.
Mercury 23 Capricorn 10 trine Jupiter 23 Virgo 10 at 9:14pm: Positive thinking. Thinking about the big picture. Possibility of hearing good news. Good time for short trips and writing. There is a religious tone to this aspect. Active imaginations. You respect the truth.
Friday Jan 15th: Mercury 22 Capricorn 55 semi-square Neptune 7 Pisces 55 at 1:31am: Daydreaming. Unfocused thoughts.
Saturday Jan 16th: Moon v'c at 6:26pm. Second quarter of the moon begins at 6:26pm.
Mercury 21 Capricorn 09 semi-sextile Venus 21 Sagittarius 09 at 10:25am: Curl up with a good book.
Sunday Jan 17th: Moon enters Taurus at 12:48am.
Venus 22 Sagittarius 45 semi-square Mars 7 Scorpio 45 at 5:55pm: Not the best time to work on romantic issues. Possible tension in relationships.
Monday Jan 18th: Venus 23 Sagittarius 05 square Jupiter 23 Virgo 05 at 12:10am: Be aware of unrealistic expectations. Our judgement is clouded. Not a good time for making deals or promises. We might not follow through under this square. We can overindulge and spend too much during this aspect.
Mars 8 Scorpio 01 trine Neptune 8 Pisces 01 at 6:01am: This aspect calms Mars' energy, making us feel a little more relaxed. We go with our "gut feeling". Mars trine Neptune brings out our compassionte nature. A fantastic time to go out dancing.
Mars 8 Scorpio 04 semi-square Jupiter 23 Virgo 04 at 7:59am: It is great to be confident but over-confidence sometimes gets us in trouble.
Sun 27 Capricorn 57 semi-square Saturn 12 Sagittarius 57 at 10:05am: We might feel blocked by circumstances.
Tuesday Jan 19th: Moon v/c at 1:50am. Moon enters Gemini at 4:13am.
Wednesday Jan 20th: Sun enters Aquarius at 10:27am.
Mercury 16 Capricorn 50 square Uranus 16 Aries 50 at 1:26pm: We have brilliant and original ideas that are more advanced than others. However we can be scatter-brained and tactless. Don't jump to conclusions or speak/act before thinking first.
Thursday Jan 21st: Moon v/c at 3:01am. Moon enters Cancer at 8:28am. Celtic Tree Month of Rowan begins.
Rowan - The Thinker
January 21 - February 17
Celtic tree astrology recognizes Rowan signs as the philosophical minds within the zodiac. If you were born under the Rowan energy, you are likely a keen-minded visionary, with high ideals. Your thoughts are original and creative, so much so, that other's often misunderstand from where you are coming. This sometimes makes you aloof when interacting with others as you feel they wouldn't understand where you are coming from anyway. Nevertheless, although you may appear to have a cool exterior, you are burning within from your passionate ideals. This inner passion provides inner motivation for you as you make your way through life. You have a natural ability to transform situations and people around you by your mere presence. You are highly influentialin a quiet way and others look to you for your unique perspectives. Rowan pairs well with Ivy and Hawthorn signs.
The Celtic Rowan Tree and
its Ogham Meanings
The rowan has long been honored by the Celts for its balance of beauty and hardiness.
When we silence ourselves long enough to listen to the rowan speak, we hear her message: "look deeper, see through the object before your eyes and you will encounter visions into the worlds beyond the one you physically know."
Symbolic Celtic Meaning of the Rowan Tree
- Power
- Vision
- Balance
- Healing
- Mystery
- Connection
- Protection
- Divination
- Transformation
The rowan is also incredibly diverse in its growth, often growing inside other trees, in craggy river-beds, and in other seemingly impossible locations. This is a powerful analogy for us to find our divine connection in unorthodox places. Sometimes are finest and highest calling is discovered when/where we least expect.
Friday Jan 22nd: Mercury 15 Capricorn 47 conjunct Pluto 15 Capricorn 47 at 4:59pm: Intense mental activity. A search for revealing the truth. At time it may seem like you can "see right someone and their lies" and reading between the lines. Your focus is intense and strong.
Saturday Jan 23rd: Moon v/c at 1:21am. Moon enters Leo at 2:21pm. Venus enters Capricorn at 3:31pm. Full moon in Leo at 8:46pm. Happy birthday Ronnie!! May all your birthday and full moon wishes come true and you have a wonderful day. Leo moons focus on self expression and creativity. I'll go over the sensitive part first. Uranus is squared Pluto making things a little chaotic. Emotions and instincts run high during full moons, these aspects add a little intensity. Mercury is conjunct Pluto causing mental power struggles, erratic behaviors and reactions. Be careful of emotional, mental abuse. Do not surround yourself with people who choose to do harm. Set up protection against psychic attacks. Mercury square Uranus can bring shocking news, anxiety, tension and change of plans. Remember Mercury is still retrograde. Good news is that Mercury will be direct two days later on the 25th. It is always good to be cautious while traveling when Mercury and Uranus are influencing us. Now for the lighter aspects of the full moon. Mars trines Neptune. This heightened psychic awareness and gives full support to the "underdogs". After a serious start with heavy Capricorn, you can end this month with some romantic fun. Address any issues involving family and the home. Great time to move, redecorate, even give a roommate the boot, if things aren't flowing well. Mars in Scorpio helps you create, form boundaries, and give us the privacy we need. Fine-tune or complete projects started on January 9th's new moon.
Sunday Jan 24th: Moon v/c at 9:51pm.
Monday Jan 25th: Mercury goes direct at 4:50pm. Moon enters Virgo at 10:46pm.
Tuesday Jan 26th: No changes.
Wednesday Jan 27th: Moon v/c at 7:11pm.
Thursday Jan 28th: Moon enters Libra at 9:59am. Venus enters Pisces at 1:42pm. Happy birthday to my wonderful husband Mish!
Sun 8 Aquarius 22 semi-sextile Neptune 8 Pisces 22 at 3:45pm: We all have dreams. We just have to figure out the realistic steps to take. Use this semi-sextile to start your baby steps. Psychic insights are possible.
Friday Jan 29th: Moon v/c at 8:34pm.
Mars 13 Scorpio 58 semi-sextile Saturn 13 Sagittarius 58 at 6:56pm: Use this energy to achieve your goals.
Saturday Jan 30th: Moon enters Scorpio at 10:50pm.
Mercury 16 Capricorn 03 conjunct Pluto 16 Capricorn 03 at 12:58am: Intense mental activity. A search for revealing the truth. At time it may seem like you can "see right someone and their lies" and reading between the lines. Your focus is intense and strong.
Venus 8 Capricorn 25 sextile Neptune 8 Pisces 25 at 11:44am: A "magical" time for romance. This makes us compassionate, artistic and imaginative. Some may experience clairvoyant visions during this influence.
Sunday Jan 31st: Fourth quarter of the moon begins at 10:28pm.
Mercury 17 Capricorn 09 square Uranus 17 Aries 09 at 10:41pm: This square can give you an active but scattered mind. You can might you nervous and tactless. Your mind may change (a lot) and try not to jump to conclusions.
