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Jupiter in Gemini 2024

Laura Taft Astrology

Jupiter is the largest planet in the Solar system, It can fit 1,000 Earths inside of it!!

It is also the oldest planet formed from the dust and gases left over from the Sun’s formation 4.5 billion years ago…..Jupiter is named as the King of the planets, the equivalent of the King of the Gods or Zeus in Greek Mythology. It’s a big deal.

Tomorrow May 25th Jupiter enters the sign of Gemini. Jupiter has a strong belief in expanding into new horizons, faith in life, the realization of connecting to something greater than self, opportunity and twists of fate. Travel has natural significance with Jupiter as learning from experiences and getting a fresh perspective are all benefits from getting out of the familiar. Coincidences, lucky timing and personal growth are signs that Jupiter aligned somewhere in your chart. Jupiter will stay in the sign of Gemini until June 9th 2025.

Gemini is an Air element, corresponding to the thinking type of personality-intellectual, communicative, needs mental stimulation, adaptive, busy, social, curious, inquisitive, objective, versatile, restless, nervous, articulate and distracted.

When we blend Jupiter and Gemini together we have a multi-tasking, analytical, energy equipped to refine and improve the area of our lives that this transit will be flowing through. The pace will certainly pick up after a year in Taurus-fixed earth steady growth and grounding any abundance that came your way. We now have the opportunity to shift gears mentally and open the ideas to a broader awareness of where we are headed. Jupiter in Gemini trines Pluto Rx in Aquarius immediately entering the sign which is a herald of more refinement and reform around ideas and concepts. Pluto in Aquarius is beginning the long transit of liberating ourselves, changing mental patterns, escaping traditional ways, intellectual freedom, uniqueness and originality. A transformative journey through Aquarian eyes. Be curious as to how the harmonious connection to Jupiter in Gemini may come up with some exciting new alternatives that can bring changes, improvement, success, and freedom. Jupiter can over do it with excesses and unruly behavior because of the momentum it can create. In the sign of Gemini watch for inconsistency or distractions taking you from the original plan. 

Examples of Jupiter in Gemini through the houses:

1st House-

Self, body, and appearance can benefit from upgrades and improvements.

2nd House-Finances, self-worth, and earning power get a positive boost.

3rd House-Local environment, sibling relations, communication and learning is an area of optimism and positive changes.

4th House- Home, Family, personal realm can be refined in some way beneficial to you

5th House-Creativity, children, self expression can experience more joy and recognition.

6th House-Work routines, health, habits can create better ways to function on a daily basis that encourages personal growth.

7th House-Relationships can enter our lives to enrich us and bring something beneficial from the new connection or alliance.

8thHouse-Shared Resources, inheritance, debts or loans may bring unexpected financial blessings or fortunate changes.

9th House-Higher mind, travel, psychology, beliefs and dreams can inspire a new path or journey. Gaining valuable knowledge.

10th House-Career, reputation and status will be highlighted when Jupiter reaches the top of the chart. A promotion or becoming more recognized for what you do in the world. Opportunity knocks.

11th House-Friends, groups, alliances and our dreams can merge together in unison creating abundance around like minded people. Creativity with culture.

12th House-Solitude, meditation, retreat and spirituality are the calling cards of Jupiter’s tremendous compassion. You can be of great service to those that need love and assistance.

I am looking forward to hearing from everyone throughout the year about the Jupiter in Gemini experience. Lots to talk about…..

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Mid May 2024 Update

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Greetings Everyone,

The month of May kindly reminds us we can slowly take the gas off the pedal…. and relax a bit.

Mercury in Aries went through its Retrograde cycle in Aries April 1-26th, as it welcomed the Solar Eclipse in Aries on the 8th….a very energetic timeframe. 

Mercury rules everything cerebral- the mind,language,learning,communications, our personal perceptions ect. In the Fire element of Aries that brings out the assertive side, straight talk,quick thinking and a preoccupied mind in general. Mercury entered Aries on March 11th and leaves May 15th for greener pastures with a more deliberate and methodical mental energy.Practical thinking and a slower pace.

Mercury enters Taurus May 15th and joins a stellium of planets in Taurus: Jupiter, Uranus,Venus and the Sun. Friday May 17th –Mercury in Taurus squares Pluto in Aquarius. This can start our weekend off with a bit of intense focus on a certain topic, project or person,(personally or professionally) but this can add to the excitement we have on tap.Conversations can be deep and meaningful as Pluto goes beneath the surface to get to the true essence.

The predominance of Earth signs in the sky now allows us to step back from the intensity of the last couple months.Taurus seeks comfort in routine that does not exhaust us.Ruled by Venus we may look towards relationships and nature as our avenue to slow down and spend quality time.A cup of coffee and a catch up with a friend or a hike in the woods.Pleasant connections is an important theme.

May 18th Jupiter meets the Taurus Sun for a new 12 year reset in the Taurus part of your chart.A new growth period seeds itself here. What opportunity deserves further investigation…in love or money?Taurus is ruled by Venus, who attends to both areas. Although this is a quick transit, its beneficial energy should be taken advantage of.Well being, confidence and optimistic attitudes are the calling card of these bright lights together. Pay attention to where you spend your time and what you learn this weekend, it may be the beginning of something you’d like to expand on. Jupiter & the Sun form a sextile to Neptune in Pisces~ bringing compassion, inclusiveness and imagination into the mix.

Venus & Uranus meet up in Taurus on the same day! This is an exciting combination of unusual connections,impulsive attractions, and out of the blue reunions…..expect the unexpected. 

A good day to free up your time, get out to do something different, you never know what you may find! Maybe a valuable antique or a winning lottery ticket or meeting an interesting love potential, a new friend? The key is…to get out there.

Look to the house where Taurus sits in your chart, to point to clues…….

Wishing everyone a cheerful and interesting weekend ahead! 🌞

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MOOD: TAURUS MOON JUPITER SEXTILE NEPTUNE ENERGY ♉️♓️✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

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We are presently under a Taurus Moon, ruled by Venus the goddess of beauty, music, art, desires, values, finances & partners. We can find pleasure today in whatever appeals to our senses. We are embodied with Taurus energy in the waxing crescent phase, inspiring us to head out into the world with enthusiasm & hopeful thinking. Jupiter in grounded Capricorn Sextile Neptune in Optimistic Pisces forms a connection to this Venus ruled Taurus Moon, the mood is relaxed & we can engage spiritual insights or the pleasure of being of service to others through compassion. Count your blessings and bloom where you are planted today .🌙🌸🌿🌸🌿🌿🌸🌿🌿🌙♉️♓️♑️

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WINTER SOLSTICE

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December 21st is the Winter Solstice, we experience the shortest amount of daylight and the longest night. Many cultures celebrate and create rituals to honor the Sun. Solstice literally means the sun is standing still…..this is a traditional time for renewal. It was believed in Pagan times as a rebirth, where the Moon gave birth to the Sun. During the solstice we can meditate on our highs & lows of the past year and envision new growth. Where can we have more compassion going forward? Where did we need to step into our power and trust the process? Where did we make changes? When we tune into Capricorn energy at the beginning of each year, we have the opportunity to take responsibility for what we want. Capricorn in it’s best light is disciplined, practical and uses resources wisely. We can use these themes when we set our intention for a new year .

Candle Ritual for the Winter Solstice

Take some time to yourself or ask some close friends to join you for a candle ceremony. Light a white or golden candle on a round platter or in a large glass bowl with water. You can add to your candle ceremony by putting meaningful offerings around it such as: crystals, scented herbs, ribbons that honor a loved one, a tarot/oracle card you choose for the ceremony. Take some time to reflect or meditate and ask the universe for the highest good on your journey this year. After you set your intention, simply blow out the candle or let it burn out.

WISHING YOU A WARM WINTER SOLSTICE ☮

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DECEMBER FORECAST 9-15TH

Laura Taft Astrology

Venus is the planet of love, affection, attraction and connection. She also rules money and our attitude and relationship with it. During this week Venus transits Saturn and Pluto. Not the most joyous spot for her to visit in the heavens …..nevertheless we can be conscious of this position and take that into consideration with relationship and finances. When Venus conjoins Saturn, there can be a cooling down of affection and expression. Not to worry or take defensively, this is a short transit bringing a more sober and serious attitude. A good time for helping or taking care of shared responsibilities. Saturn also likes to give reality checks and could ask us to pump the brakes on spending during this time.


Venus separates from the Saturnian influence and applies to Pluto on Dec.12th. Pluto intensifies anything that it touches, as Venus just cooled off with Saturn, she now may become extremely focused on a relationship . This day can bring an intensity or misunderstanding in relationships as Pluto is known for it’s transformative properties. Keep a cool head and remember to be patient with yourself and loved ones. Jealousy or defensiveness can be a byproduct of Pluto. Again this transit is short lived.

In the middle of the week we experience a Full Moon in Gemini, also traditionally known as the “Cold Moon” or the “Long Nights Moon”. The air element of the Gemini moon tends to be more outgoing and social, your mind is full of details. Despite the undertone of all the conservatism in the air, this is a good night/day to enjoy company and conversations with friends. Full moons tend to exaggerate or strengthen the mood, perfect for a holiday party or a quick visit. There is plenty going on to debate or discuss on this busy day.


Dec. 12 Jupiter in Capricorn communicates with Uranus in Taurus through a earthy trine aspect helping us avoid getting in a rut with other rigid transits operating at the same time. Jupiter seeks opportunity while Uranus seeks freedom …finding a practical way to work things out differently. Find an outlet to bring more energy to those mundane tasks , could be worth your while. Becoming more conscious of these energies can help navigate these restless urges.


Dec. 13/14 Friday/Saturday A compassionate grand water trine forms. Use this harmonious day to slow down and connect with those closest to us. A healing balm for the past week, we can feel more supportive, accessible and considerate of others. Tap into the focus of Mars in Scorpio paired with the higher expression of love through Neptune in Pisces and the concern of the Moon in Cancer.


The Capricorn influence during December and January is strong so here are some keywords to contemplate…Responsibility, reliability, caution, boundaries, destiny, duty, reasonable, witty, dry humor, frankness, maturity, practicality, determination and reserve. Capricorn archetype is the Father, ruled by Saturn the planet of time. We can use this energy to move forward with discipline, if we decide to listen to our inner task master. This is a time to do the things we really don’t want to do , but need to do. Be patient and take one step at a time and gradually you will get things done in Capricorn style.

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JUPITER IN CAPRICORN

Laura Taft Astrology

12/02/19 Jupiter has started its year long cycle through the sign of Capricorn. A major energy shift from the 2019 experience of Jupiter in it’s home sign of Sagittarius….Spontaneous, enthusiastic, generous, and faith that the universe will provide. The focus was on personal development , spiritual expansion ,creative freedom and casting a big net for the blessings that Jupiter can provide. Saying YES! was a big part of 2019 and depending where it highlighted your personal chart ,you can look back and see the progress you made or the big changes that created more freedom. Jupiter can exaggerate or magnify the areas you focused this energy on . A little overwhelming at times by broadening our scope at a rapid pace , this abundance brought new knowledge and increased cultural and spiritual awareness ……with Jupiter entering the conservative earth sign of Capricorn we could feel like its the end of a vacation where the reality of going back to work sets in and the mood changes. Moderation in this Jupiter cycle will be a benefit to balance the abundance of Sagittarius . We now can plan and organize our creations that came to us , we are slowing down the pace to prioritize the important details. Capricorn energy wants to manage the new growth and make some responsible decisions .2020 our Jupiterian blessings may come in the form of determined and practical steps toward our success, where we ground our projects and dreams with a solid effort. Being rewarded for hard work is as sweet as it gets. Capricorn brings reality and Jupiter offers opportunity …. “Luck? I don’t know anything about luck. I’ve never banked on it and I’m afraid of people who do. Luck to me is something else: Hard work – and realizing what is opportunity and what isn’t.”Lucille Ball