Frank Martin Don LLC - Professional Intuitive & Astrological Consultant

This November seems one where we are looking to get to the core of issues, strip away the hype of images and appearance, and truly consider what is going on in our lives. We all feel that we are on the threshold of change, whether that change is by our own desire and commitment or the change is brought about by the shifting tides of these times. Change is in the air, and we may not fully understand what the changes are likely to be. We just know that things are in process of significant change. While we might feel tentative about things going on in our lives, we also have our antennae up waiting for any signal that might give us a better grip on the changes unfolding. We are far less likely to believe in the spinmeisters or those who proclaim that everything is status quo and everything stays the same. We know better. We do have to watch for anxiety and recognize the potentials for whipsaws of emotions, behaviors and actions.

November begins with three planets in Fire Signs, two planets in an Earth Sign, two planets in Air Signs and three planets in Water Signs. We start the month with two planets in Cardinal Signs, three planets in Fixed Signs and five planets in Mutable Signs. Five planets are in Positive Signs, five planets are in Negative Signs.

While there is a fairly good balance among the Elements, the Quadruplicities and the Dualities to start the month, there are certain patterns that can prove frustrating and nerve-wracking if we are not attentive to the energies and if we choose to be inflexible of making necessary changes as we become more aware of the unfolding patterns. We have two T-Squares, one in Fixed Signs and the other in Mutable Signs to start the month and one Grand Trine in the Water Element.

The T-Square in the Fixed Signs is due solely to the fast-moving Moon being in Leo and by Sign squaring the Sun in Scorpio and opposing Neptune in Aquarius. Although we have been conditioned into a time of entitlement, and especially so during the 1990’s, we have to be wary that we don’t have grandiose expectations of what we want and what we feel we should have. We could easily be carried away by wish fulfillment with our desires masking a concern or insecurity as to whether we shall truly have enough. The pulls between accumulating more and more may be juxtaposed by a nagging need for conservation. The easy credit days of recent times may truly be behind us, and it would be wise for us to address our financial situation and budget for inflationary pressures with likely increased costs in some of our daily essentials.

It would be wise for us to break free of brief moments of news headlines and instant analyses and for us to consider the deeper ramifications.

Case in point: this past month’s fires in California. The news footage showed the destruction of the wildfires as they tore through sections of Los Angeles and San Diego counties. When the fires died down, so too did the news coverage. The dot was on the board, and the focus was solely on the fires and their immediate devastation. But what about our taking note of the longer-term consequences, the far-reaching impacts? When the rains come to California in the winter, will the destruction of the wildfires be followed by the devastation of mudslides? In a drought-ridden area, how much water was used to fight the flames and what will that water usage mean for the future? With some of the acreage burned being agricultural lands, will the prices of citrus and avocadoes go up significantly? With greater demand for building materials, will commodities continue their demand-driven increase in price with the developing economies of China, India, the housing boom of the past few years, the rebuilding in the US Gulf states after Hurricane Katrina and now the rebuilding of southern California? What of insurance premium costs as insurance companies find themselves paying vast sums to their affected California policyholders? And what of the psychological impact to those who suffered loss, the post-traumatic syndrome that could befall after the initial shock?

While we may see the California wildfires as a dot on the map of current events, there are increasing dots that are hard not to connect with the realization that we are in the midst of dramatic, even drastic, changes.

I raise the issue primarily because this November allows us to look at situations and determine options and alternatives for ourselves. Either we can assume that certain changes are merely blips on the screen with an inevitable and eventual return to a sense of ‘normalcy’ with which we are familiar and we do nothing but shrug our shoulders and say that ‘stuff happens’. Or we can consider how we can make changes in our lives, budget our time and finances, in order to be prepared, as best we can, for the changing parameters occurring in our lives and in our world.

The Grand Trine in the Water Element with the Sun in Scorpio, Mars in Cancer and Uranus in Pisces allows us to focus on the fundamentals and consider ways by which we can deal with the basics all the while appreciating a shifting backdrop of circumstances and conditions. Albert Einstein is attributed to have said that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.

The Grand Trine in Water allows us to come up with insights, understandings and innovative ways of dealing with any new reality that may become evident as we go along. We may take time to change things within our living space, to streamline our operations and to consider what is truly worth our energy and our expense and those things that are not. November is a good time for Fall cleaning, to rid ourselves of the superfluous, the irrelevant and the extraneous.

The T-Square in Mutable Signs could prove more problematic, by reason of the fact that November starts with five planets in the Mutable Signs, half the planets in Mutable Signs. While we may be operating from a high level of nervous energy, trying to deal with our overloaded daily lives of so much to handle; we may also go through some real whipsaws, times of irrational exuberance and looking to expand our activities, and times of glossing over the details and the specifics just to try and keep up with the fast-paced lives we have created for ourselves. We may also be feeling the dichotomy of the Saturn Uranus opposition that becomes exact next year, but is already in play. The battle of old and new is truly engaged.

I have written before of the Saturn entry into Virgo. It began in September and continues for the next two years plus. Health issues, work issues, our daily lives and our self-critique are all characteristics of Saturn in Virgo. Already, we are hearing of a virulent antibiotic-resistant staph infection. We have experienced short work stoppages with the UAW.

With Saturn in Virgo and Uranus in Pisces, by Sign we have an opposition that will reach exactitude next year. During this dance between the two, the battle between the old and new is engaged. Although change is asking us to reconsider past solutions for present problems, some people might go back to old answers or dig in their heels regarding traditional ways. At the same time, the sense of synchronicity, of things coming out of the blue, and the miracles and magic of unexpected situations are likely to be strong. We all have the opportunity of getting out of our own way and allowing the bountiful universe to provide us with some wonderful surprises… if we are open to it. If we are willing to look and to listen, we might discover the universe provides. But who will look? Who will listen? The old ways may seek to reinforce their patterns of trying to master, to control, to bend everything and everyone to their will. And the battle will be engaged.

For ourselves, it would be wise to heed the possibilities of doing things differently, of exploring new ways and new interests, of being more autonomous and embracing our individuality. We don’t have to effect change all at once. But the more that we compare our old ways with new methods, reflect on where we have been with where we want to go, consider that the past is the past and the program for the past may have been effective then but possibly not now; the more we are able to build a suspension bridge between whom we have been and where we have gone across to whom we are becoming and where we are going. We don’t have to try and jump the chasm. We just have to be aware of the possibilities of change, of transformation, of shapeshifting and re-identifying ourselves.

The beginning of November also brings to close the third and final Mercury retrograde for this year of 2007. Can I get a hallelujah? While we shall still be in the ‘shadow’ of the Mercury retrograde until the middle of this month, our thoughts and ideas, our communications and our conversations can be clearer and less confused. We can straighten out any relationship issues that might have come up since early October. We can move ahead with our projects and initiate our plans more effectively. We can even create a budget and see where we can conserve or cut back on our expenses and those areas we wish to prioritize for our disposable income.

The Water Grand Trine is reinforced on the 4th when the Sun trines Mars, again on the 7th when the Sun trines Uranus and at the time of the Scorpio New Moon on the 9th which holds influence for the next fortnight. The sense of being in the right place at the right time can reinforce the idea that everything works out in the end. Or, if you will, this energy configuration affirms the wise saying that god and the universe have far greater plans for us than we could ever imagine for ourselves. We are moving into magic time and we have the opportunity of stepping onto the magical mystery tour where nothing is impossible unless we believe it to be. Increasingly, we are likely to see how things can turn on a dime.

We could have a heads-up regarding relationships on the 6th. With Venus about to leave Virgo, not an especially comfortable Sign for Venus to occupy, Venus makes a square to Pluto. We might raise the bar high for other people to jump over. We may put people on pedestals without allowing them to have feet of clay. Consequently, relationships at this time could be under strain. Reality may not match our ideal. We might even assume the grass to be greener or consider how limiting our relationships are. If we become too judgmental of other people or insist on people jumping through hoops, we could do irreparable damage to our significant connections. Finding flaws in others might also be a way for us to free ourselves up. We’re looking to spread our wings and may chaff under any wing clippers.

Fortunately, Venus moves into Libra, it own Sign, on the 8th, at the same time that Mercury sextiles Pluto. If we have created consternation in our relationships, we can smooth it over by heart to heart talks that come to realize the depth and meaningfulness of our most intimate connections.

The New Moon on the 9th emphasizes the Water Grand Trine with the Sun Moon conjunction in Scorpio trine Mars and trine Uranus. We are also likely to be feeling the forthcoming conjunction of Jupiter and Pluto. Now is a time when we may seek spirit in action, a time when our lives must embrace the passion of living and the intensity of purposefulness. We are looking to follow our path, to engage in our journey, and to concentrate on doing our personal best. Like the separation of the chaff from the wheat, we may look at paring down our activities and our involvements, focusing on those people and situations that truly speak to us and what we are all about. We’re going for the gusto, and to get there we may have to get rid of various encumbrances or distractions.

We do have to watch for the Neptunian influence both at the time of the New Moon on the 9th and also on the 11th when the Sun squares Neptune. We could easily fall into illusions, accepting things at face value but doing so with commitment and devoted intent. If we draw upon other people for advice or suggestions, it would be wise for us to check the source. The greatest sounding board at this time would be the small voice within, our inner knowingness. If we will trust our instincts and be open to new directions, then we can proceed without being influenced by our old identities and what people would expect from us.

On the 11th, Mercury moves into Scorpio. Our mind may be razor-sharp, piercing and penetrating. Our thoughts are precise, our conversations succinct and concise. Mercury sextiles Saturn on the 16th, and we could blueprint our plans utilizing the most streamlined and best practices methodology. The following week, the Water Grand Trine is affirmed as Mercury in Scorpio trines Mars in Cancer on the 19th and trines Uranus in Pisces on the 21st. Not only can we blend brain with brawn and accomplish a great deal in a short period of time. Our insights are also likely to be startling. We can gain some great ‘ah-has’ at this time, although we do have to watch that it doesn’t trigger us into going too far too soon, since on the 24th Mercury squares Neptune that could entice us by appearance and leave us dazed or confused.

Mercury turns direct on the 1st and on the 15th Mars turns retrograde. The Mars retrograde continues on into the New Year. We will need to watch our health. Our vitality may not be the strongest during this latter part of Fall into the Winter. With Saturn in Virgo, we are being asked to develop a good health regimen for ourselves and with the Mars retrograde we will need to be careful of the flu, colds and infections.

On the 22nd, the Sun enters Sagittarius creating a stellium of three or more planets in the Mutable Fire Sign as the Sun joins Jupiter and Pluto in Sagittarius. Our enthusiasm is turned up. From a strong sense of self-confidence and optimism, we might be looking at how we can broaden our perspective and expand our operations. The holidays are upon us, and we might find ourselves getting ever more involved with the hurly-burly of holiday time. The more we can rein in our exuberance, the less likely we are to miss the signals and step into a mess.

Confusion can be evident at the time of the Gemini Full Moon on the 24th. Not only do we have the Mercury still feeling the Water Grand Trine influence of everything going our way, but the Mercury squares Neptune tempting us to step beyond probability in a world of make-believe or possible deceptions. Also on the 24th, Uranus turns direct, and sudden changes could pop up, adding more to our ‘to do’ list or changing the parameters in which we thought we were operating. We have the Gemini Full Moon with a Mutable Sign T-Square as the Sun Moon opposition squares Saturn in Virgo. Amidst all the change whirling around us, possibly confusing us, we have our obligations and responsibilities like dogs nipping at our heels. The whirlwind in which we find ourselves could prove exhausting. Not only are we juggling everything that is our daily norm but we may find a few curveballs thrown at us.

If we can keep everything in mind, prioritize and time manage our activities; then the beginning of the holiday season can be fun and entertaining.

On the 26th, Venus trines Neptune and our relationships can be close to idyllic. Our appreciation for other people and their appreciation for us can be nurturing, comforting and enlivening.

It is important that we stretch during the latter part of November but with the Saturn restrictive influence, we do have to be sure not to allow things to fall between the cracks or to wear ourselves out. The month ends on the 30th with the Sun square Saturn. Exhaustion is a possibility. Rest may be needed. And the balance between our involvement with others and time for ourselves may prove an artful act.

All in all, this November is a time to keep our antennae up, our eyes wide open, and to see from peripheral vision. The dance between old and new is surely engaged, and we are likely to see things turn on a dime as miracles become ever more an every day occurrence.

November… delving below the surface, going for the gold…

This week has its ups and downs. We may be put off by people who are grandstanding and we could find ourselves wondering what our lives are all about. We might consider shapeshifting, changing things about ourselves or looking at new areas for us to explore. There can be times when we’re uncomfortable in our own skin. This up and down, back and forth, can all be part of a growth process. The key to this week is to suspend judgment, not try and master all the ingredients of our lives, and to be open to the mystery and magic of these times. Wonderful surprises can come out of the blue, if we are open to the possibilities and work with peripheral vision.

This week has two Sign changes with Venus exiting Virgo and entering its own Sign of Libra and with Mercury exiting Libra and entering Scorpio. Although relationships could be somewhat shaky at the beginning of the week with a rather critical, even hypercritical, perspective, our mind becomes sharp and focused and we can resolve any issues by concentrating on the primary issues and speaking from our truth.

While there can be times this week when we might feel that we’re on Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride caroming from one issue to another, we could also discover that we’re on a magic carpet ride with serendipitous situations opening up to us. We just have to step out of our own way and we gotta believe.

Monday, November 5th – Makeover – Venus, Pluto. Monday begins with the Virgo Moon conjunct Venus and square Pluto. This is a day when we might want to go back over situations, fine tune aspects of our lives and even consider a makeover of our image or our presentations. The Virgo Moon conjuncts Venus and squares Pluto. If we have glossed over details, neglected specifics, then today we may find issues demanding our attention and forcing us to make corrections. Interactions with others could be a little dicey, especially if we’re feeling that people are standing in our way and blocking our progress. We might hold other people to high expectations, even insurmountable goals. The more we can cut ourselves and other people some slack today, the less grief we shall cause ourselves. Today and tomorrow demand diplomacy and a willingness to be flexible to other people’s character quirks. If we are looking to make changes in regard to our wardrobe, hairstyle or our image in general, today would be a good day to do so. We can put together a very appealing presentation as long as we are not too self-absorbed and not looking to be too extreme. As the day progresses, the Moon moves out of Virgo and enters Libra. We may become more considerate of other people’s point of view but we might also find that we have relationship issues to settle.

Tuesday, November 6th – My Way or the Highway – Venus, Pluto, Mars. Tuesday continues with the Libra Moon and it would be great to assume that everyone is making nice . Unfortunately, such an assumption could land us in hot water. While we do have the peace-loving, interested in other people Libra Moon today, the Moon squares Mars in Cancer. We also have the Libra ruler Venus square Pluto. This Tuesday demands that we not draw lines in the sand in regard to our relationships. If we have felt slighted or hurt by someone, we may not seek to resolve the issue as much as going for the jugular. People today can be hypercritical and engage in ‘the blame game’. Tuesday is one of those days when we might not accept accountability or responsibility for our actions, but rather look at whatever or whomever we can as the cause of our problems and our discontent. Today is a day when we may engage in fault-finding. We have to be especially careful not to do irreparable damage to our relationships. Diplomacy is certainly called for but it may be lacking. If we feel that someone has done us wrong, let’s try and suck it up and wait for a more propitious time to address the issue. Our emotions could be strong today and we could easily fly off the handle. If we do so, then we’ll only have much corrective work to do later on. We may be feeling like we’re champing at the bit, wanting to get on with things and willing to clear the decks with the belief that by so doing we’ll have a clean slate. On the contrary, such actions might only create a greater mess for us to clean up. Patience is called for today with the recognition that we’re living during times when things can change on a dime. And we’re likely to witness that even tomorrow.

Wednesday, November 7th – Free to Be – Sun, Uranus, Neptune, Jupiter. As if the seething volcano has found a steam vent to release its pent-up energy, Wednesday provides a release of some of the frustrations and anxieties we may have been feeling over the past two days. Wednesday can be a most pleasant day and opens the way to several upbeat, passionate and fun-filled days of high adventure. Wednesday gives us the Sun trine Uranus and the Libra Moon trine Neptune and sextile Jupiter. We are feeling far less concerned about things today. We’re more interested in spreading our wings, exploring new terrain and far less judgmental about other people. Today is a day when we’re looking at doing our personal best, stretching into new areas of interest and exploring aspects of ourselves we’ve never investigated. Today is a great day to do things on the spur-of-the-moment. Our interactions with others are far more enjoyable and part of the reason is that people are not carrying around hoops for other people to jump through. On the contrary, just as we give ourselves permission to be free and discover new interests, we’re likely to see people from their own perspective and not hold them up to our standards or raise our expectations of them.

Thursday, November 8th – Heart to Heart – Mercury, Pluto, Saturn, Venus Libra. Thursday is a day when we can clear up any issues regarding our interactions with others. If we have stepped in it or have felt wounded by other people’s actions, Thursday allows us to have clear, concise communications that get to the heart of the matter. Today Mercury sextiles Pluto. We have a laser-like vision and can dissect situations and see what the core issues may be. Our ability to present our point of view all in the context of creating win-win situations is appealing and able to resolve conflicts or misunderstandings. Early in the day the Libra Moon conjuncts Mercury and sextiles Pluto, adding to our ability to smooth over any wrinkles both in our personal relationships and also in situations that have not been fully resolved. As the day progresses, the Moon moves into Scorpio where it sextiles Saturn. Having come to an understanding of the basics and fundamentals, we can now move into a best practices methodology to streamline situations and work smarter rather than harder. This Thursday is a great day to address outstanding issues, clear the air and then restructure our plans and move ahead with our intentions. Venus also exits Virgo and enters its own Sign of Libra. We become far less critical of other people, more interested in our associations and able to appreciate the qualities in others.

Friday, November 9th – These Magic Moments – Scorpio Lunation, Lunar Grand Trine, Sun, Mars, Uranus, Neptune. Friday has the Scorpio New Moon and with it a Grand Trine in the Water Element as the Sun Moon conjunction in Scorpio trines Mars in Cancer and trines Uranus in Pisces. The Lunation also squares Neptune. This New Moon influences the next fortnight and offers us magic time, a time when we can enter a world of wonderful surprises and marvelous experiences. The key to entering this paradise is to be open to the wonders of the universe. Instead of trying to master and control everything in our lives, now is a time for us to be open to receive. There is a saying that I have written before: god and the universe have far great plans for us than we could ever imagine for ourselves. This Friday opens the door. Will we, can we, step across the threshold? We can if we will get out of our own way. Now is a time for us to be like little children, open to the awe and wonder of life and the unfolding of events. While some people may try and hold firm to traditional and rigid ways, those who do may find themselves banging their heads against the wall as the old program and old patterns no longer work and may actually be counterproductive during these times. Synchronicity is at play, the asequential realities of non-linear time whereby things can shift on a dime. The more we take our blinders off, work with peripheral vision and be open to unexpected turns of events, the more we shall witness the miracles in our lives. Let’s keep in mind that we consider situations to be miracles only because they are beyond our ken of understanding. If we suspend our judgments and our beliefs, we are likely to find that life is unfolding in accord with its own patterns. Yes, we have the opportunity of embracing these magic moments. What a wonderful world we live in!

Saturday, November 10th – Idling – Moon Void-of-Course. After the past three days of unexpected situations and surprises, Saturday might seem like a let down. There are no major energies operating today. In fact, the Moon is Void-of-Course with the Moon making no connections to the planetary energies today. Late in the day, the Moon exits Scorpio to enter Sagittarius. But for over twenty-one hours, the Moon is Void-of-Course. Saturday may prove to be a day when we catch our breath. We might take the time to reflect on the bizarre, exciting situations and feelings that have sprung up over the past few days. We could use this Saturday as a good day to clear away old debris, clean up the clutter, and strip away the nonessentials. We may have the feeling of a new day dawning. Even if we don’t know what that day looks like, we can use this Saturday to rid ourselves of the outworn, outmoded, those things that no we no longer have use for. If we can keep in mind the idea of cycles and phases, then we can realize that just as the past few days and this week have been active and even hectic, now is a time for us to catch our breath and recharge our batteries. Just like seeds need time to gestate before sprouting, we may discover this Saturday a good day to gestate and take in what is going on recently. We’re in the process of significant changes and some of these changes do not have to be triggered by ourselves but rather can come about by our observation, awareness and willingness to embrace changes as they unfold in our lives.

Sunday, November 11th – Not Forgotten – Sun, Neptune, Venus, Saturn, Mercury Scorpio. Sunday is Veterans Day in the US, a time when we remember the sacrifices made for our freedom and liberties. Today has the Sun square Neptune. Whether we take into account the sacrifices of those who have served in the armed forces or we are more self-absorbed, this day can be one of going down Memory Lane and reflecting on the past. We could feel somewhat confused, betwixt and between, whom we have been and a sense of a new becoming within us. The Sagittarius Moon sextiles Venus and squares Saturn. We may want to take the day to get out of Dodge and get into unfamiliar terrain with our special someone in order for some of the nickels to drop. Whether externally or internally, we may feel that there is a stirring of the pot of our lives. By getting out of our familiar circumstances, we can have a fresh perspective and gain greater insight regarding the possibilities of our future. We do have to be careful that we don’t hold on to old patterns or old identities as though they were a security blanket. The more that we can let go [‘and let god’], the more we can take advantage of the shapeshifting going on in our lives. We do not have to forget our past nor trash it, but we should not feel obligated to re-creating the past or tied to it. We are all going through growth spurts and the more we can trust in the process, the less uncomfortable our birthing and growing pains will be.

This week seems rather placid compared to some of the whipsaw weeks we’ve experienced in recent times. We are under the influence of the Scorpio New Moon that occurred last Friday. This New Moon influence has a Watery impact with a Grand Trine in the Water Element at the time of the New Moon when the Sun Moon conjunction trined Mars in Cancer and trined Uranus in Pisces. There is magic in the air, if we take the time to step out of our own way and be open to possibilities that may seem at best improbable.

The major energy shift this week is Mars in Cancer turning retrograde. We have already seen some of the influence of Mars in Cancer. Mars entered Cancer back on the 28th of September, turns retrograde on this Thursday and continues to move back through Cancer until the 31st of December when Mars exits Cancer and enters Gemini. Not that we’re done with the Mars Cancer transit. It does come back at the end of this Winter and continues on through mid-Spring of 2008.

Uncomfortable in Cancer, this Mars transit has certainly jangled nerves and caused great distress in the housing and financial markets. With Cancer related to home, family and real estate, we’ve seen the repercussions of the easy credit days of the 1990’s and early 2000’s as various institutions, some very formidable and once considered invincible, are struggling under the weight of bad loans and subprime mortgages.

With Mars turning retrograde, we may have only seen the tip of the iceberg, and these issues are likely to continue through the rest of this year. We might also find that with Mars retrograding, our physical energy is not what it normally is. We may feel more exhausted, at times worn out, and wondering when we can regain our energy. Evidently, it is not right now.

With the Scorpio New Moon, we are being asked to see less as more. Now is a time for us to focus on our debt structure and our finances and to get a real heads-up regarding the times in which we live. With the Uranus influence, we can pull rabbits out of the hat and figure out ways by which we can be more effective with less expenditure of energy and less expense. Inflationary pressures may put a squeeze on us, but there are options and alternatives for us to consider.

Toward the end of the week, Mercury sextiles Saturn. If we have not taken an inventory regarding our activities, involvements and our finances, now would be a good time to do so. Our mind is sharp and perceptive. We can decipher the best practices methodology to deal with our everyday affairs and to restructure our financial condition.

This week is a good time to concentrate on what needs to be done with a watchful eye towards our future goals and plans.

Monday, November 12th – Up, Up and Away – Uranus, Neptune, Jupiter. Monday starts the week with the Sagittarius Moon square Uranus, sextile Neptune and conjunct Jupiter. Unexpected situations could arise that demand our attention. No matter what our plans might be, it would be wise to have some breathing room to deal with matters that can come out of the blue. Our thoughts may turn to expanding our involvements. Consider social activities surrounding holiday plans and touching base with friends near and far. We might want to incorporate greater changes in our daily plans, looking for some escape valve whereby we can get out of the day-in, day-out of our normal everyday lives and add a little spice and variety to our activities. We do have to watch for taking on too much. These energies could allow for our eyes to be bigger than our capabilities. Let’s stretch, broaden and expand but all with an appreciation that certain new interests may be for the moment and not for the long-term. We are looking to add excitement and verve to our lives, but let’s remember that too much of a good thing is too much.

Tuesday, November 13th – Taking Care of Business – Pluto, Mercury, Venus, Saturn. We start the day with the Sagittarius Moon conjunct Pluto. As if jets were affixed to our feet, we may feel like we’re in turbothrust to start this day. We’re likely to feel impassioned, ready to take on the world and move mountains if we so choose. By harnessing this drive, we can then move into structuring our projects and our ‘to do’ list. For the Moon moves into Capricorn where it sextiles Mercury, squares Venus and trines Saturn. Our ambition and drive can be channeled into accomplishing a great deal in a short period of time. We may be so focused on what we feel we need to do, that some people might assume that we’ve become totally self-absorbed, even narcissistic. If we have made plans with people for today, it might be wise to caution them that all plans have been written in pencil, subject to revision or erasure, and not carved in stone. We may get so involved in what we want to do, that our social interactions could suffer. Priorities are priorities, and the energies for this day offer us the ability of straightening things out and reworking outstanding issues. Social engagements are better served at the end of the week and over the weekend.

Wednesday, November 14th – Tweaking Traditions – Mars, Uranus. Wednesday has the Capricorn Moon opposed Mars and sextile Uranus. Mars is in a stationary position about to turn retrograde. Don’t be surprised if some commission, authority or significant individual proposes a radical solution to the housing crisis. Traditional programs could either go by the wayside or be tweaked in order to provide an immediate solution. Placing a band-aid on a gushing wound might still the flow briefly but may not necessarily address the deep-seated matter. Today is a day when we might consider how we can change things around in our home or deal with family matters that have not been resolved. The more we think outside the box, the better we can resolve issues and matters. No drawing the line in the sand today. It would prove no point except for a confrontational situation. It is far wiser to consider our alternatives, how we can streamline situations and come to an agreeable resolution that offers a win-win scenario. We can be more effective by considering new approaches rather than relying on the ‘tried and true’ that may have been tried but are no longer true.

Thursday, November 15th – Sorting Through – Sun, Moon Void-of-Course, Mars retrograde. Thursday may seem as though the brakes have been applied, the wind knocked out of our sails or the air let out from our balloon. In other words, this Thursday seems lacking in strong energy. While the early morning hours have the Capricorn Moon sextile the Sun in Scorpio, we can sort through the particulars of our lives and do a good Fall cleaning. Getting rid of things, paring down and focusing on the essentials of our lives would help us get rid of the clutter in our lives and assist us in cleaning up our act. Mars turns retrograde today, contributing to the sense of physical depletion. This retrograde Mars can only aggravate home, family and real estate issues that have come up since the end of September when Mars first entered Cancer. This Thursday also has the Moon go Void-of-Course for most of the day, for over fourteen hours, as the Moon finishes its transit of Capricorn and before entering Aquarius. Today is a far better day to go back over things and sort through rather than trying to initiate or start things up. There just isn’t the energy, and we might feel fairly exhausted by everything today.

Friday, November 16th – Focused Intent – Mercury, Saturn, Venus. Friday can be a highly productive day. With Mars having turned retrograde thereby sapping some of our physical energy, now is the time to work smarter rather than harder. And Friday’s energies are very much aligned with that concept. Today, Mercury sextiles Saturn. We can focus on the specifics, the details and arrive at a best practices methodology to deal with our daily affairs. Our mind is sharp and penetrating and we’re unlikely to miss even the smallest detail. We can come up with a ‘to do’ list that cuts to the core and concentrates on prioritizing our activities and our interests. The Aquarius Moon squares Mercury and trines Venus. Although our perceptive gaze, if we’re being true to its nature, may cut away some of our desires or some of the areas where we might want to put our energy; the more we can differentiate between what is truly important and what is merely a distraction, we shall be working with time management in such a way that we won’t feel so overwhelmed by our commitments and our lives. And overwhelm is indeed one of the feelings that many of us are experiencing. Today is also a good day to get together with friends and loved ones. Even if we blew off people earlier in the week, we’re more geared towards our getting a more solid footing in regard to our lives, reworking our responsibilities and figuring out the best ways to achieve our goals. This Friday and Saturday gives us some breathing room to pay attention to our friends and loved ones. This Friday evening can be special whereby we enjoy the company of others, or our significant partner. We can discuss our future, consider our options, all with the understanding that we have created a firmer position for ourselves and are now ready to entertain future possibilities.

Saturday, November 17th – A World of Possibilities – Neptune, Jupiter, Sun, Pluto. Saturday continues with the feelgood attitude of yesterday. The Aquarius Moon conjuncts Neptune, sextiles Jupiter, squares the Sun, and sextiles Pluto. Today is a day when we can step off the track and get out of Dodge or just expand our activity list. We’re not looking at limitations today, only possibilities. Although our thoughts and feelings might be awhirl with all sorts of considerations, we do not have to act on all of them or any of them. On the contrary, today can be one of those mental health days when we take into account all realms of possibilities. While we may still be feeling under the backdrop of mundane conditions and our need to focus on less being more, as long as we don’t go overboard in spending or indulgence, this Saturday is a wonderful day to test the waters and allow our imagination to run… not run wild or run rampant but to give it free rein to engage in wonderful possibilities.

Sunday, November 18th – Weather or Whether – Saturn, Mercury. Could we say that Sunday is a day for parade rainers? Possibly so. Sunday has a Pisces Moon opposed Saturn and trine Mercury. The weather outside, even inside, could be stormy. We might feel that the good feelings of the past two days have come to naught as we are pulled back into the hard, cold realities of our responsibilities and obligations. Never mind. Let’s remember that what the mind can conceive, the body can achieve. Our mental meanderings can be in sharp contrast to our sense of what we have to do. While we might have to fulfill certain promises today, let’s keep in mind that today is today and our dreams, hopes and wishes can be nurtured for some tomorrow. Sunday is a good day to reflect on where we have been but also to recognize that we’re not looking to re-create our past. On the contrary, today is a good day to give thought to those things that really speak to us. Even if they seem to be beyond our reach, let’s appreciate the fact that we’re on a threshold, individually and as a society. Change is in the air. No matter how intense the seeming power of the past and habitual might be, we are moving into times whereby things can turn on a dime, times when magic and miracles are becoming more commonplace, and change can occur almost instantaneously. The dance between old and new may be engaged, but the old eventually gives way to the new. Dream a little dream and consider whether we are willing to go for the alchemical gold of transformation or just want to stay in the complacency of discontent. Our choice. Always our choosing.

This week has a mercurial quality to it. The Sun leaves Scorpio to enter Sagittarius where it creates a stellium of three or more planets in one Sign as the Sun joins Jupiter and Pluto in the Mutable Fire Sign. Uranus turns direct. And we have three Mercury aspects as Mercury in Scorpio triggers the Water Grand Trine with Mercury trine Mars in Cancer and trine Uranus in Pisces. Mercury also squares Neptune at the end of the week and Venus squares Mars to begin the week.

This is a week when we can strategize, blueprint and make plans. We are driven to get the most out of our experiences and willing to think around the curve. Our insights can be strong. We just have to watch that we don’t become over exuberant or carried away by our enthusiasms. We are looking to stretch, to broaden our realm and expand into new opportunities.

This week is a time when we can draw upon our energy, our passion and our drive, and blend our determination with an insightful, well-considered and logically-planned methodology. What we do have to be careful of is any tendency to get carried away into illusions or delusions.

In the US Thursday is a day of Thanksgiving. While some people may stuff their faces, watch incessant football games and just indulge in good old American excess, the attitude of gratitude is important both in thanks for our countless blessings and in readiness of the cornucopia that an upbeat, appreciative disposition often provides. Let’s give thanks for what we have and for the talents we have to express.

Monday, November 19th – Beyond the Pale – Venus, Mars, Mercury, Uranus, Jupiter. Monday starts the week with Venus square Mars and Mercury trine Mars. The Pisces Moon trines Mars, conjuncts Uranus and squares Jupiter. Our emotions might be sparring with our thoughts. We could easily get overly emotional, even too sensitive and have expectations of others that are not clearly expressed. Our mind is racing but we’re interested in the minimalist, not having to explain our every move nor feeling the need to justify our actions. We want to be going today and in our rush to proceed we could step on some toes. Today we have to be careful of overreach having too much on our plate and still wanting to add some exciting diversions and new interests to the mix. This day could prove exhausting if we let ourselves scatter to the four winds, jumping from one thing to another without accomplishing a whole lot. It would be wise to make a ‘to do’ list today. Even if we don’t subscribe to it, at least we’ll have it as a reference to see what we could do if we so choose to do it. Things may not go according to plan so let’s appreciate the whirlwind of activity and not get overly concerned if our expectations aren’t met.

Tuesday, November 20th – Out of the Blocks – Sun, Pluto. If we weren’t totally exhausted by yesterday’s manic Monday, this Tuesday could have us ready and set to go. We start the early morning hours with the Pisces Moon trine the Sun and square Pluto. We could be a little intense to begin the day, no longer interested in the whirligig of distractions and diversions that could have captured our attention yesterday. As the day proceeds, the Moon enters Aries and we’re on our way. We’re looking to put our mark on situations, interested in new projects that speak to us. Today, we’re looking out for number one, ourselves. Not that we’re inconsiderate of others. We’re just not as concerned about their feelings or their actions. We want to do our own thing. And doing our own thing is likely what we’ll do.

Wednesday, November 21st – Bright Ideas – Mercury, Uranus, Lunar T-Square, Mars, Venus, Neptune, Jupiter. Wednesday has the third trigger to this week’s Mercury Grand Trine as Mercury trines Uranus. Our ideas and our thoughts can be inspired, virtual revelations that come out from the blue. Today is a great day to figure things out, to think outside the box and come up with those ‘Eureka’ moments when we can devise the most effective and streamlined methods to accomplish our goals. Unexpected contacts can be thrilling. Surprises may be in store for us, so it is essential that we keep our eyes open and our ears perked up to take advantage of unanticipated situations. Working with peripheral vision and being receptive to spontaneous events can provide us a magic land of fun adventures. The Aries Moon contributes to the sense of awe and wonder by the Moon sextiling Neptune and trining Jupiter. We’re ready for the new and the different. We’re ready to stretch our wings and explore possibilities that peak our interest. Where a problem might arise is the fact that the Moon also creates a Lunar T-Square in the Cardinal Signs with the Aries Moon square Mars in Cancer and opposed Venus in Libra. While we’re looking at doing our own thing and can be heading off with great enthusiasm into new directions, we do have to be aware that we’re missing the Cardinal Earth Sign of Capricorn. Our enthusiasm and excitement may grab hold of us but our ability to structure and figure out the best approach could be lacking. We could easily get carried away by the thrill of the moment without taking into account the implications or consequences of our immediate reactions.

Thursday, November 22nd – Getting on With It – Pluto, Saturn, Sun Sagittarius. Thursday is Thanksgiving Day in the US, a day to give thanks for our bounty and abundance, but more often a day of indulgence as many sit back stuffing themselves on turkey and watching one football game after another. The energies for this Thursday begin with the Moon in Aries trine Pluto. Whether we are heading off to visit friends or relatives, or waiting for people to come to our homes, this Thursday is one when we’re ready to get going… wherever that might be. After that initial thrust, the Moon exits Aries to enter Taurus where it trines Saturn. Preparations made, we’re ready to settle back and enjoy the festivities of the day. If we’re not celebrating Thanksgiving, which would include everywhere other than the US, then from our initial thrust in the AM, we can accomplish a great deal as the day progresses. Today is a good day to consider how we can best fix up our home, add to our wardrobe, or generally polish our image and our appearance. Thursday also has the Sun exiting Scorpio and entering Sagittarius with the Sun creating a Stellium of three or more planets in the Mutable Fire Sign as the Sun joins Pluto and Jupiter in Jupiter-ruled Sagittarius. We may feel a greater sense of exuberance, enthusiasm and excitement as we consider possibilities beyond our local domain. Today is great to engage our passion and then focus that drive in well-considered and well-planned actions.

Friday, November 23rd – Surprises and Confusions – Mars, Uranus, Lunar T-Square, Mercury, Neptune. Friday in the US is called ‘Black Friday’ since as early as dawn or before this is the day when the retailers throw open their doors and focus on the advent of the holiday shopping season. Considered Black Friday because it allows retailers more of an opportunity to climb out of the red or to enhance their profit status, this day is one when not only the tough, but virtually everyone, go shopping. This Friday has the Taurus Moon, indeed a good placement for this Black Friday since it enhances the concept of acquisition. The Taurus Moon sextiles both Mars and Uranus. If we are out shopping, our focus can be on both home gifts and also unique, iconoclastic purchases. The possibility of impulse shopping is strong, so if we go there, it would be wise to create a list, check it twice, and create a budget so we don’t overspend. The Taurus Moon also creates a Lunar Sign T-Square in the Fixed Signs as the Moon opposes Mercury and squares Neptune. Let’s be aware that things may not be as they appear to be. Whether it’s shopping or dealing with our daily responsibilities, we should anticipate unexpected situations arising and recognize that we may not be totally clear regarding our perceptions and our evaluations. Today is a day when our desire for change and wish fulfillment could actually get us into some trouble. Let’s slow down, taking time to give thoughtful consideration to our decisions and proceed with giant eraser in hand. Today and tomorrow could have us a little out of sorts, not totally grounded but seeing what we want to see. Seeing is believing, but today our beliefs may be slightly distorted or grossly unrealistic.

Saturday, November 24th – State of Daze – Mercury, Neptune, Lunar T-Square, Sun, Saturn, Uranus direct. If we didn’t trip ourselves up yesterday, then we have another chance to do so on Saturday. Today Mercury squares Neptune, an energy configuration that was in play yesterday thanks to the Moon opposing Mercury and squaring Neptune. What a difference a few days can make. At the beginning of the week and mid-week, our mind was sharp and clear. We were even incredibly insightful, able to move mountains in our mind and finding the most streamlined ways of accomplishing our goals. Of course earlier this week, we had Mercury creating a Grand Trine as Mercury in Scorpio trined Mars in Cancer on Monday and then Mercury trined Uranus in Pisces on Wednesday. That’s all gone by the boards, for yesterday and today we’re dealing with the Mercury square Neptune. Add to this energy configuration the fact that the Moon has moved into Mercury-ruled Gemini and today creates a Lunar T-Square in the Mutable Signs as the Moon opposes the Sun and squares Saturn. Even if evidence indicates otherwise, we could easily suspend our judgment and buy into our opinions and what we want to be true. We could gloss over the details, want to stretch our wings, yet like Icarus we could be overwhelmed by the joy of expansion, fly too close to the Sun and burn ourselves in the process. Apart from all this confusion going on, Uranus also turns direct today. We may be champing at the bit, wanting to break free and go for our heart’s desires. In so doing, we could lunge forward without the necessary preparations, without directions and merely wind up spinning our wheels.

Sunday, November 25th – Reaching Out – Lunar T-Square, Uranus, Jupiter, Lunar Grand Trine, Venus, Neptune. Sunday can be somewhat paradoxical. We’re ready to embrace more activities, perhaps already caught up in the holiday spirit and wanting to have a good time no matter the costs. We want to broaden our reach, try something new and looking for excitement… no matter what comes our way. The Gemini Moon creates a Mutable Sign T-Square with the Moon square Uranus and opposed Jupiter. We could be going from one activity to another, stopping momentarily if at all, before we scurry off to another event. Not only does the Moon create a Lunar T-Square but also an Air Grand Trine as the Gemini Moon trines Venus in Libra and trines Neptune in Aquarius. We’re likely to feel breezy, wanting to connect with friends from far and wide. Social engagements may be high on our list. Whether we actually meet with people in person or contact them by phone, e-mail or snail mail, we’re reaching out and wanting to touch someone, possibly everyone. This Sunday is a good day to get out and about, to not have a set agenda but rather to take us where we want to go. Interactions with others can be fun but might be brief. We’re looking for the quality of time spent with people not the quantity of time. If we could deal with a hundred, even a thousand, situations today, that would certainly be our preference.

This week ends November and begins December. We’re in the thrust of the holiday season, and this week has its similar ups and downs. The highlights of the week are the Venus trine Neptune to begin the week and the Venus sextile Jupiter to close the weekend. On the weekend, Mercury exits Scorpio and enters Sagittarius adding a fourth planet to the Sagittarius Stellium of three or more planets with Mercury joining the Sun, Jupiter and Pluto in the Jupiter-ruled Mutable Fire Sign. The lowlight of the week is the Sun square Saturn at the end of the week.

This week can be a roller coaster. At times, we may feel emotionally content, even moving into the idyllic. Other times, we might feel somewhat confused, desiring the way things could be while realizing that they are not quite as wonderful as we may wish them to be.

Like the world’s equity markets, volatility seems the primary characteristic of this week and these times. Similar to market psychology that swings between the extremes of greed and fear, we too could swing between a sense of being in control of situations and able to expand our activities, and a feeling of being at the mercy of conditions and circumstances beyond our control to which we can only react . Finding a balance point during this week would be essential. Otherwise, we could swing between extravagance driven by our illusions and fear from a sense of imposed restrictions. The metronome may be in full swing, but it is our attitude and our willingness to avoid knee-jerk reactions that can keep us from being caught up in the wild motions and emotions.

Monday, November 26th – Venus, Neptune, Pluto, Saturn. The early hours of Monday has the Moon finishing its transit of Gemini. As it does so, the Moon opposes Pluto. Whether we had difficulty falling asleep on Sunday night or our sleep state was exaggerated with racing dreams taking us all over kingdom come, we could awaken slightly out of sorts. Although our sleep state may be restless, Monday does have some good energies as the Moon slips into its own Sign of Cancer where it sextiles Saturn. Monday is a good day to get our house in order --- whether it is straightening things around our home, scheduling our week’s activities in a clear manner or attending to and resolving outstanding matters that have been nipping at our heels. We might consider family plans for the holidays, get-togethers with family, friends and neighbors. Although we can accomplish a great deal today, this Monday is also a splendid time to spend quality time with our special someone or special friends. Venus trines Neptune today and our social interactions can be light, sparkling and allow us to engage in the wide world of limitless possibilities. What better day to share our thoughts and feelings with others? None, for today we have an appreciation of those special people in our lives. We are in a nurturing, comforting and even accommodating manner. Today is a day when we can deal with our responsibilities and still have time to stop and enjoy some idyllic moments.

Tuesday, November 27th – Accelerated Makeovers – Mars, Venus, Lunar Grand Trine, Uranus, Mercury. Tuesday has a great deal of ramped-up energy. Perhaps yesterday we enjoyed a brief interlude, a momentary reprieve from the hurly-burly of life in the 21st century. But that was then, this is now. This Tuesday continues with the Cancer Moon which conjuncts Mars and squares Venus. Our physical energy may be stronger. We might be somewhat aggressive, self-assertive to the point of stepping on other people’s toes. We want what we want, and even what we want can go through some radical shifts and changes. The Cancer Moon creates a Grand Trine in the Water Element as the Moon trines Uranus in Pisces and trines Mercury in Scorpio. We’re looking to make changes to our daily schedule. We want to streamline our operations in order to have some gaps that we can fill on impulse, at the whim of the moment and in an act of spontaneity. Today is a day when we might experiment with various things, making changes in our living environment or considering a personal makeover. We want to test the waters and not be inhibited by other people’s definition of us or what is expected of us. This can be a highly emotional day. If there are storm clouds overhead, the downpour can be intense and unforgiving. Whether those storm clouds are physical atmospheric conditions or our own personal emotional circumstances. This day is not a day when we’re looking at doing things by half measure. We want to take machete in hand and cut our own path, seeking freedom of expression and the freedom to be… whomever we choose to be.

Wednesday, November 28th – Brand New Day – Sun. Wednesday has the Moon moving into Leo where it trines the Sun. Although we may have felt quite emotional over the past two days with some peak feelings and some slight irritations, Wednesday can have us feeling at the top of our game. As though a weight has been lifted from us, we’re feeling far more creative, dynamic and ready to conquer the world or, at least, expand our activities. Our prospects seem a lot brighter and we may feel confident and able to pull off our most ambitious goals. Today is not a day to sit on the sidelines but rather one to get in the game and focus on those things that brighten our day and bring joy to us. Pleasurable pursuits may entice us, and why not? We’re in the midst of a month-long holiday period. Even if we’ve felt overwhelmed by life recently, today is a day when we can see the silver lining to the dark clouds and those sunbreaks that offer us promise of a brighter future ahead.

Thursday, November 29th – Possibilities or Illusions – Neptune. Thursday continues with the Leo Moon. While we may have gotten a confidence booster yesterday and may continue in that vein today, we do have to be careful not to buy into the image and the appearance without checking the substance and particulars of any situation. The Leo Moon opposes Neptune today. We could easily become a little full of ourselves, assume that things will work out according to our wishes and buy into prospects without fully considering the specifics or the ramifications. Today is a day to go slow in making decisions or long-term commitments. We could be easily enticed by flattery or by possibilities that seem ever so real yet may be far more illusionary. We might be doing the dance with the trickster, someone or some thing that seems tantalizingly alluring but the reality being far different. While we may feel that nothing can stand in our way or stop our desires being realized, we need to get a grip and maintain a jaundiced eye and healthy skepticism regarding things presented to us or that catch our fancy. This configuration can be the type of energy whereby we buy into fool’s gold or a gambler’s folly whereby a tempting small advantage opens the door to a greater risk and possible loss. Possibilities are likely to open to us but we have to be certain to consider the conditions, the circumstances and the likely ramifications before we cross the threshold and engage in new involvements.

Friday, November 30th – Putting on the Brakes – Sun, Saturn, Venus, Jupiter, Pluto, Mercury. Early Friday could have us in a fool’s paradise. We still have the Leo Moon early in the day, and we might awaken ready to take on the world. The Moon sextiles Venus, trines both Jupiter and Pluto and squares Mercury. Whether we got ensnared by illusions yesterday or got involved in new interests, we keep the enthusiasm and confidence going on this Friday morning. We’re looking at enlisting the support of others, feeling confident of broadening our scope and expanding our activities. Our exuberance can allow extravagance and even indulgence. We can be generous to a fault not considering our budget or our finances but just going forward enthusiastically to the sound of ‘charge’ on our lips. While the early morning hours favor this continued self-embellishment, as the day progresses the Moon exits Leo and enters Virgo. Also on this Friday, the Sun squares Saturn. Whether self-applied or imposed by others’ limitations, we could find the brakes being applied. We may feel our upbeat feeling give way to the realities of today’s world and our own personal circumstances. Like the tidal actions of the oceans with its recent swells and crests, we may feel our energy ebbing. We might feel fatigued, lethargic and overwhelmed by what we have recently done. Now is a time for us to reconsider, take into account recent actions and see under a clearer light of day whether to proceed or to go back and rework what we have done. Although we may feel knocked back a bit, a slap of reality is not a bad thing, especially if we’ve been heading down the yellow brick road of wish fulfillment and fantasy illusions.

Saturday, December 1st – Tethered by our Responsibilities – Saturn, Lunar T-Square, Sun, Uranus, Mars, Mercury Sagittarius. If yesterday’s Sun square Saturn didn’t lay us flat, then today’s Virgo Moon could do so. All the pomp and circumstance of mid-week could come to a grinding halt as we see things from a totally different perspective. What we do have to be careful about is looking at things from extreme viewpoints. Yesterday and today we might have a tendency to take a more negative viewpoint of life. While Wednesday and Thursday could have us going through life as la-de-da assuming that everything would work out to our benefit, yesterday and today could have us seeing the darker side of life. Either extreme is… extreme. But if we do choose to go to extremes, then let’s realize that yesterday and today could have us seeing things darker than they actually are. Today’s Virgo Moon sextiles Mars but also conjuncts Saturn and creates a Mutable Sign T-Square with the Moon squaring the Sun and opposing Uranus. Whatever our expectations or plans for this day might be, let’s keep in mind that unexpected situations could arise that demand our attention and cause a change in plan. Responsibilities, obligations and commitments might get in the way of any free-wheeling attitudes we might have had. Today is a day for us to take care of our errands, address our ‘to do’ list and be certain that we’re meeting our scheduled commitments, which may not be entirely pleasant. No matter, there are days like that. This Saturday also has Mercury leaving Scorpio and entering Sagittarius adding a fourth planet to the Stellium in Sagittarius as Mercury joins the Sun, Jupiter and Pluto. Our thoughts and our desires are towards expanding our scope and broadening our realm. But for today we may have to put much of that on hold as we tend to the obligations to which we’ve committed.

Sunday, December 2nd – You and Me – Venus, Jupiter, Pluto. Sunday has the Virgo Moon square both Jupiter and Pluto in Sagittarius. We may still have things that we need to deal with, things that seem limiting to our spreading our wings and exploring the four corners of the world. We might also begin to take into account the details of matters that we would prefer to see in their achieved state. If we stay focused on the specifics while maintaining a view of the big picture, then we could blend the macro perspective with the micro details and come to a fine balance of seeing where we want to go and the most expeditious means by which to get there. That’s if we concentrate on the particulars while keeping our intentions clear regarding our goals. It’s a big ‘if’ but one that could prove very successful. If we lose sight of either the overview or the details, then we could just wind up in a bigger mess by expanding our plans without considering either the conditions or the means. This Sunday also has Venus sextile Jupiter, the two good guys of the planetary realm doing a comfortable and enjoyable dance. Our relationships can be great fun. We might seek contact with those who have had a different experience from our own and engage in a pleasant sharing of our personal experiences. We could splurge on creating a special moment with someone or introduce someone to a new and exciting experience…or be the one introduced. This Sunday can be great fun and can be productive. We just have to be careful of exaggerating situations or becoming indulgent.