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March 2025 Newsletter

March 11, 2025March 11, 2025 Laura Taft Astrology

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Greetings Everyone,

I have finally come out of the heavy schedule that I’ve been abiding by since November 2024!

A lot has happened in the world since November 2024 and we are all finding ways to deal with keeping our personal peace. My wish is that you are.

March is the time for adjustments and revising our plans, ideas or projects to better fit the beginning of Eclipse season. January and February we worked through Mars Retrograde in Cancer, finally turning direct on February 23^rd.Mars is still at the same degree (17 degrees) slowly moving up to regular Mars motion. Depending on where you have Cancer in your Chart, I’m sure you can sense a feeling of being more effective now.

March is the Month in 2025 that stands on its own. We enter many shifts starting with the Aries and Pisces houses getting numerous transits, Eclipses and retrogrades.

March 1^st Venus stations Retrograde at 10 degrees Aires. Fire element Aries/Venus -contemplating what we need & want. Venus retrogrades give us a 6-week space to reevaluate our relationships, self-worth, our financial worth, our relationship patterns from the past, connections to the past. We had a Venus Retrograde similar to this one back 8 years ago in 2017. Think about the themes you may have dealt with and apply them to where you are now. What were you reinventing? How did you reassess or correct some of the relational pieces of your life 8 years ago?

March 27^th Venus Retrograde re-enters Pisces 29 degrees & Conjoins Neptune 29 Pisces

We flow back into the water element that is more receptive and compassionate to our desires and especially the desires of those we love. Still reworking our relational patterns, self-worth or financial situations from January. How do we get our needs met and what can we let go of as well (Neptune)?

April 13^th Venus stations direct at 24 degrees Pisces~ conjunct Saturn 26 Pisces and sextile Uranus Taurus 25. Venus energy is highlighted by making something solid (Saturn) committed, and by using a different path (Uranus) to create something exciting, moving forward with what we learned.

March 14^th Full Moon /Total lunar Eclipse 23 degrees Virgo opposite Saturn Pisces 22 and Trine Uranus Taurus 24. Eclipses are wild cards, we never see the end or beginning within them because they are concealed until they reveal themselves. Virgo is an earth element and ruled by Mercury in Aries during this Eclipse. March 15^th Mercury stations retrograde. We may have an unexpected -face or a reverse effect in our plans, ideas, thoughts and decisions once the Lunar Eclipse is complete. Uranus is trine the Eclipse degree, allowing for unexpected shifts that can work in our favor. Saturn Pisces opposite the Eclipse can withhold its true feeling, but if we feel opportunity around Uranus /Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse energy, let the cards fall where they may.

March 15^th Mercury 09 degrees Aires stations retrograde. Mercury in the sign of Aries is very forward, quick to decide, creative and impatient. When Mercury slows down, our decisions need to focus more on the details, which can be a challenge for a fired-up Mercury. Take some time during this period to use discretion when making decisions or having serious conversations. What would be best for your future? Try not to get stuck in feelings or memories from the past, good time to reassess not make firm decisions.

March 30^th Mercury Retrograde re-enters 29 Pisces and conjoins Neptune 29 Pisces Allow for flexibility, adjustments and look for resilience in what you have been discovering since March began.

April 8^th Mercury stations Direct 26 Pisces conjoined to Saturn/Venus Pisces-Moving forward may feel like a group effort, as Venus always connects us to others, and Saturn creates responsibility.

**As we move through the Retrograde Transits of Venus & Mercury Aries, so close on the same trail, both meeting up with Neptune Pisces mid-way, back-to-back Cazimi’s and ending the journey with Saturn Pisces. This speaks to writers, artists, musicians, creatives who have an appreciation of beauty and thoughts about love. Our minds (Mercury) and hearts (Venus) have this period to course correct what we can control, our own creative expression. We can harness what brings joy to make it more of our reality.

March 22^nd Venus 02 Aries conjunct Sun 02 Aries CAZIMI

A Cazimi moment is when the Sun merges and amplifies a planet to create a brilliant energy briefly. “To be in the heart of the Sun” Pay attention to what attracts you on this day, spectacular creative energies can arise.

March 24^th Mercury 04 Aries conjunct Sun 04 Aries CAZIMI

Watch for interestingideas, conversations, social media pieces, messages that inspire you. Mercury in Aries is impulsive so let it sink in, write it down and revisit this possibly brilliant idea for April.

March 29^th New Moon/Solar Eclipse 09 Aries

A New Moon /Solar Eclipse in Fire element of Aries can amplify the feeling of the start of something brand new. Aries loves being a pioneer, or to trailblaze an idea without fear. As we have been moving through March, we may encounter delays or challenges to our spirit of forging ahead. This Solar Eclipse has the same degrees that Venus & Mercury started their retrograde journey on (Mercury RX 09 Aries & Venus RX 10 Aries) It is linked very closely with the energy of March. Create ideas, images ect. To use this strong manifesting energy to begin fresh in the Aries part of your chart.

Aries Keywords: Adventurous, leadership, assertive, active, energetic, direct and passionate.

March 30^th Neptune enters Aries 00 degrees (Aries Point!)

Neptune has been in a water element Pisces since 2011, Neptune has about 14 yr. transit in one Zodiac sign. The last time Neptune spent time in Aries was April 13 1861. It is our time to integrate this energy into our lives, again the Fire element of Aries is initiating something, creating and trailblazing. Neptune, like the ocean, is vast, deep and holds mystery. Neptune is a slow-moving outer planet, invisible to the eye. It is linked to imagination, idealism, fantasy, psychic receptivity, dreams, spirituality, confusion and deceit. Neptune believes in magic and the creation of illusion. We find a sense of enchantment and glamour in the realm of Neptune. We also can get lost in addiction and delusion. Neptune transit energy can be very subtle, and slowly make us aware of its presence while entering a new element. We may start to realize our old dreams through Pisces aren’t what we desire anymore.

We are now starting a new adventurous dream in Aries!

Neptune station Retrograde July 6^th 02 Aries and then Retrograde back to Pisces 29 on October 22^nd, then re entering Aries for 14 yrs on January 27^th 2026.

I wish you all joy and fulfillment as we navigate through March.

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October 2024 Newsletter

September 30, 2024 Laura Taft Astrology

Greetings Everyone,

October starts with relationship infused Eclipse energy!

October 2^nd Solar Eclipse 10 degrees Libra, on the South Node and conjunct Mercury Libra 11 degrees & square Mars 15 Cancer.

This Libra Solar Eclipse is ruled byVenus in Scorpio, getting to the core of an issue or going on instinct when it comes to communicating. South Node in Libra is relational energy. A Natural peacekeeper and doesn’t like to ruffle feathers, speaking up with the right words will be necessary as Mercury in Libra is conjoining the Eclipse. Mercury is the communication piece; discussions can balance out a misunderstanding within relationships. Venus can point to finances or creative projects, possibly dropping a subscription or service or shifting gears with a project/job that is no longer profitable. The South Node is composting some Libran aspects of our lives that need to be let go of. Whatever it is, we are trying to balance the boat, to move forward. Mars in Cancer forms a square to the Solar Eclipse possibly adding hidden emotional content to the communications. There is a loose Grand Water Trine between Venus Scorpio, Mars Cancer and Saturn Pisces infusing more emotional elements during the Eclipse, this can feel constructive and more open to compromise. It may be easier than you thought to open up a subject, just be thoughtful with your words.

October 4^th Venus 14 Scorpio Trine Saturn 14 Pisces

There is an emotional understanding that is quite stable and realistic between Venus/Saturn today. Relationships can benefit from both Water elements sending out “Do what you need to do” vibes~ be it a quiet time or an ear to vent to. Financially a day to be more conservative with spending. Use this period to refurbish an item that just needs some polishing or reframe a picture of a loved one to honor them, again.

October 5^th -7^th

Mercury 18 Libra Square Mars 17- 18 Cancer

Mercury squares Mars can set off aggravation within communications; the challenge is presented by having to harmonize things when you’re not up for it. Mars in Cancer can get moody in this aspect because Mercury in Libra is looking at all perspectives, dragging a process out or not making a solid decision.

October 7-8 Mars 17 Cancer Trine Venus 17 Scorpio

Mars in Cancer trines Venus in Scorpio, feeling the vibes……adding some emotional excitement and intensity to things you love and care about or are passionate about. This could be directed at a project or a person, your powers of perception are strong today.

Mercury 21 Libra Trine Jupiter 21 Gemini

Mercury in Libra is connected to the Solar Eclipse story, communications are big this week. When Jupiter in Gemini trines Mercury we have an exclamation point on -communication, learning, exploring and expanding your knowledge and social connections.

October 9^th Jupiter Stations Retrograde at 21 degrees Gemini.

From Oct 2 to Oct 24^th Jupiter will stay at 21 degrees, concentrating that degree’s energy. If you have 21 degrees in your natal chart, you will be sure to get the message through aspects from Jupiter Gemini! Stay open and flexible to opportunities and ideas that can reveal the blessings Jupiter can deliver. *Moon in Sagittarius on October 8th is Out of Bounds and ruled by stationing Jupiter, you may feel like you can do a million things, just use discretion!

October 10^th First Quarter Moon in Capricorn

Since October 2^nd on Libra New Moon Eclipse, we had some things to say or ideas that came to the surface, focusing on releasing old patterns to focus on the new. In the first quarter we can put those ideas into action, or initiate a new pattern. The Moon in Capricorn square Libra Sun is a dynamic energy that can find a solution and take the initiative to get it going. The Capricorn Moon is also by declination out of bounds, giving it more of a rebellious edge or going beyond its normal efforts. You have endurance today to complete many things on the “to do” list.

October 11^th Pluto Stations direct 29 Capricorn Pluto makes its last direction change in Capricorn as it moves towards Aquarius, where it will stay for next 20 years. Pluto enters Aquarius on November 19^th. We all have a Pluto story that began in 2008 and has transformed and restructured our Capricorn House in our chart. Today we may have a brief reminder or thought from the Capricorn Moon conjoining Pluto in Capricorn that we are responsible for what we create or build in our life. Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, signifying responsibility, maturity and endurance. These are the attributes Pluto gathered to teach valuable lessons of transformation. On to Pluto in Aquarius highlighting the escape from traditions, innovation, freedom and radical changes!!

October 13-14

Mercury 29 Libra square Pluto 29 Capricorn

Sun 20 Libra square Mars 20 Cancer

Both Mercury and Sun in Libra are coming to challenges with Pluto in Capricorn and Mars in Cancer. These aspects can create an intense focus on complications or obstacles that need to be dealt with. The sign of Libra is weighing the options around any issue that comes its way…. it may take a while to come to a decision. On the other hand, this energy can jumpstart something you need extra motivation or energy to do. Mercury square Pluto can do a deep dive into details and uncover information you have missed before. Choose some hard work that you may have been avoiding and tackle it. You can use this time to be assertive if you normally aren’t inclined to be, just don’t force your opinion. Mercury in Libra may confront the truth with directness or kindness, depending what side of the scales have tipped. Libra Sun square Mars Cancer-An excess of energy that needs an outlet. We may need to defend our position, in a way that is good for everyone to hear. Otherwise, this can create conflicts and arguments that can go over the top, be conscious of what you’re willing to debate or not.

October 13^th Grand Air Trine -Sun 20 Libra, Jupiter 21 Gemini, Moon 20 Aquarius

This Air Triplicity relates to the mental and social realms. This can be a rest from the intensity of other aspects operating. In mid-day (10:30-2:30PM EST adjust to your time zone) Go find like-minded friends to share a cup of coffee with or exercise with a group whom you connect with. Libra Season is about balancing…extremes at times.

An excellent communications energy that can hatch all sorts of ideas and alternative solutions.

October 14-15

Venus 26 Scorpio opposite Uranus 26 Taurus Rx

Venus Trine Neptune 27 Pisces

A watery combo of transits to Venus! Venus opposite Uranus has a signature of breaking from the norm, looking for excitement, or unexpected surprises within relationships. Anything but ordinary will satisfy the restless Venus in Scorpio today. Coupled with Venus trine Neptune in Pisces, we can see how escapism would be very appealing to change things up. Venus/Neptune is happy to fantasize, daydream or get lost with your loved one. Ideas bubble about love, compassion and connection with others, a perfect time to unplug if you can and take a nature break. The Pisces Moon on the 15^th will conjoin Neptune in Pisces at 27 degrees & sextile Uranus in Taurus to add more sensitivity and compassion to this watery energy.

October 16^th Venus 29 Scorpio sextile Pluto 29 Capricorn Venus at the last degree of Scorpio can intensify a deep connection with other people. A loved one or a friend can become very important with Pluto 29 Capricorn energizing emotions and feelings with this aspect. Maybe an urge to get to the truth of feelings.

October 17^th Full Moon Lunar Eclipse Aries 24 degrees

An Aries Full Moon has the fiery energy of initiating something, emotionally or physically. Aries needs to act and get its needs met by being direct. To be an Eclipse the Nodes of the Moon have to be 15-18 degrees from the Lunation, this one is at the last 18^th degree of possibility. We can still use the rule that we may encounter beginnings or endings in or around this Eclipse. Aries has quick energy so use caution, as Mars in Cancer squares the Eclipse, as well as Pluto in Capricorn. Mars 22 Cancer is separating yet can still hold on to issues that may have been bubbling, prior to the lunation. Mars in Cancer is in a Mutual Reception to the Aries Moon (Mars =Aries Moon=Cancer) so treated more like guests of each planet, there can be more understanding when it comes to feelings and actions taken. Pluto 29 Capricorn square the Eclipse can be confronting and square Mars in Cancer, be mindful and protective of your own energy and boundaries.

Venus enters Sagittarius on the same day, we can add more warmth and optimism towards relationships, time to dry out the watery energy of the past few weeks and take some space to enjoy what makes you happy: nature, music, exercise, creativity, freedom…. Adventure calls!

On going transit October & November: Jupiter 21 Gemini Sextile Chiron 21 Aries

This lingering transit is inviting us to see the big picture and stay open and curious to what others are teaching us. Jupiter and Chiron share the archetype of the wise teacher. Together in sextile aspect, feels like an encouraging time to understand the other people in our lives, we may hear a new perspective on an issue that needs healing. Hopeful and compassionate conversations can continue through this timeframe, as long as we stay flexible.

October 21^st Sun 29 Libra square Pluto 29 Capricorn

Sun squares Pluto at the last degrees of Libra & Capricorn, two cardinal qualities that prefer to make their own decisions on how they go about the day. We can feel challenged by a need to keep things comfortable vs. changes that feel urgent, as we are closing out Pluto in Capricorn transit at the last degree. So there can be some tension within work or personal relationships, both signs value the sense of fairness.

October 22^nd Scorpio Season begins!

Mercury 13 Scorpio trine Saturn Rx 13 Pisces

A useful day to work on personal objectives, more of an internal energy with Saturn Retrograde. Possibly sorting out feelings about situations that may need some problem solving. Water elements are concerned with the undercurrent, the backstory or the intuitive clues we feel through body language, for instance. Information or communications can flow today to help us validate our feelings about a situation. Possibly a situation you are revisiting from the end of March -April 2024.

Venus 6 Sagittarius Trine/Sextile Nodes 6 Aries/Libra-Be open to new experiences and people today. Meeting interesting people can turn into a connection you didn’t see coming! A possible lucky connection.

October 24^th Last Quarter Moon 1 Leo /1 Scorpio Sun

Leo Moonis generous and loving. Finding the courage to be truthful and either forgive someone or forgive yourself and move forward, would be a good example of the Leo openness and the secretive Scorpio Sun in square aspect. In general, the last quarter phase is a reflection point in the month, use it in your downtime today, as Mars/Uranus have an opposite type of effect, operating the same day.

Mars 26 Cancer sextile Uranus 26 Taurus- This energy can be impulsive and restless. Getting into debates or arguments can escalate on a day with these transits. Mars in Cancer is an inward Mars, get outside in nature for exercise, move your body, be productive rather than destructive.

October 28^th Mars 27 Cancer trine Neptune 27 Pisces Today may feel like a lower energy pace. Neptune in Pisces can dissolve energies and slow things down, which is fine with Mars in Cancer. Go visit the ocean, take a tub and relax. Compassionate business is appealing, helping others, spiritually uplifting someone can be very rewarding today.

Venus 12 Sagittarius squares Saturn 12 Pisces Cooler emotions may lead when dealing with loved ones or close relationships. You may need more space and freedom around relationships, as your challenge with a square to Saturn can feel like a blockage, aggravation or fear of something connected to relationships, but possibly just a timeout is all you need. Letting some time pass can work wonders. Venus can stay optimistic in Sagittarius.

October 31^st Halloween

Moon in Scorpio Waning Crescent Phase

A Scorpio Moon on Halloween with its secrecy, depth and reflective qualities, lines up well with the waning crescent. A suitable Moon & phase for Halloween festivities.

There is a New Moon 09 Scorpio on the following day, November 1^st.

In Steven Forrest’s Book of the Moon, he describes this Waning Crescent phase with the following keywords:

The Mystic Wanderer, deep psychic sensitivity, alternate descriptions of reality, the Anthropologist, Ghosts and spirit visitations, creative & visionary imagination, awareness of ancestor’s and the dead, cleaning out, definitive endings.

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July 2024 Forecast

June 30, 2024 Laura Taft Astrology

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Greetings Everyone,

June was such a dynamic month I had no time to sit down for my June forecast! Between Venus Cazimi on June 4th, New Moon in Gemini on the 6th and Jupiter’s first full Month in Gemini….we certainly had an abundance of energy. I had a full capacity of Readings during the Month of June, which typically is slower, not this year!!

June 28/29th Saturn in Pisces stationed Retrograde signifying a moment to review and reflect on our Pisces responsibilities-think emotional patterns, connections to others and our wisdom gained through experiences.Look to what House Pisces sits in your Natal Chart for clues.Saturn will be Retrograde until November 15-16th.

Looking ahead to July we slow it down a little with Neptune stationing Retrograde at the last degree of Pisces (and the Zodiac!)

July 2-December 8th.

Neptune in Pisces has infused the last 13 years with a strong emphasis on inspiration,dreams,imagination,compassion,confusion, illusion and escapism. The creativity that came forward through social media was immense.Highlighting a flood of esoteric arts, gamers, techies, hackers, and innovative worlds. As we creep slowly to the end of that Neptune transit we can reflect on the retrograde period until Dec.8th.What dream or ideal did we have in 2011 that still rings true now?

July 2

Mercury enters Leo-Enthusiasm, entertaining, gregarious discussions can happen when Mercury is in fire sign Leo.

Mercury opposite Pluto Our voices definitely get a bit louder in Leo. Right away Mercury finds itself opposite to Pluto in Aquarius, creating an intensity within communications. Good day for having the courage to speak authentically and getting some answers, be careful to not overdo it.You may find a strong opposition from someone else. It moves quickly.

July 3 Moon in Gemini conjunct Jupiter ~An auspicious day when the social talkative Moon in Gemini expands with Jupiter. Opportunities to gather with friends & family should be easy and harmonious today. Lots of communications and inutive energy. Learn something new or make new friends.

July 4-5th New Moon in Cancer

The New Moon in Cancer is all about comfort and familiar surroundings.Connecting to family or close friends feels right. Applying to Venus in Cancer this attracts good energy in line with a casual and easy vibe to the day. The Cancer Moon will Trine Saturn in Pisces adding respect and patient energy towards your daily activities with others.Neptune in Pisces will be the last stop for Cancer Moon on July 6th increasing your sensitivities, with this aspect we can merge quickly with other people’s moods.

July 9th -15th Jupiter in Gemini Trine/sextile North Node in Aries & South Node Libra.

An interesting week with the planet of Goodwill, lucky breaks and opportunities for growth makes favorable aspects to the Nodes. The Nodes can show karmic timing, a moment when things come full circle, a beginning or a closure. A significant shift can happen if closely linked to your Natal chart that sets you up for a New Chapter. Jupiter in Gemini’s influence is relational.Guiding through communication, learning,teaching, writing and offering many ideas at once.

July 11th Venus enters Leo The planet of relationships, creativity and finances enters Leo~ a generous time with affection, bold self expression, creative and confident attitudes. Venus stays in Leo until August 4th.

Enjoyment is the key theme, have some fun!

*2023 Venus in Leo was Retrograde (July-Sept) and stayed for 44 days moving back and forth through the Leo House in your chart.Memories??

July 12th Venus in Leo opposite Pluto in Aquarius

Immediately Venus gets a powerful signal from Pluto across the way creating intensity in love connections. Oppositions can put up obstacles or resistance from other people.The fixed signs have a particularly hard time to hear the opposite point of view or feeling.Be generous with your compassionate side on this day.Power struggles aren’t fun.Quick moving transit.

July 15th Uranus conjunct Mars in Taurus -This is intense energy, the planet Mars is assertive, and Uranus is unpredictable. Watch out for impulsiveness when it comes to taking action or doing something on a whim.Stop and think on this day.Take it slow.

July 16th Moon in Scorpio opposite Uranus & Mars Taurus.

The Moon acts as a timer in Astrology.The Moon in Scorpio is ruled by Mars in Taurus ,who is joined with Uranus -Another day to double think of any impulsive responses or acts. Moon in Scorpio is great for working independently on a research project or an activity that is immersive and intense.

July 20th Mars enters Gemini- A very mentally busy Mars, looking to get many things done at once. Can get a bit scattered, but working with others could be the best especially because Mars Trines Pluto in Aquarius the same day to create some powerful collaborations!

July 21st Full Moon in Capricorn

The Full Moon is at the last degree of Capricorn, considered a critical degree that wants to push forward to the next sign. The Full Moon will be tightly conjoined Pluto in Aquarius which happens around 7AM EST.The Moon jumps into Aquarius the next hour to join Pluto.

We are having a number of Pluto in Aquarius connections in July-signifying the new transformative energy of change,shifts in patterns and finding a natural point of closure to old relationships or habits. A very liberating Month.

On this Capricorn Full Moon, we want to be responsible for the next phase of building. Whatever we have been working towards since June’s 1st Capricorn Full Moon-a strong message is trying to come through-what are we completing? This will be intuitive as Neptune Pisces 29 sextiles the FM at 29 Capricorn.On the same day, Jupiter in Gemini 12 sextiles Venus in Leo 12~ This is a cooperative connection that can inspire and encourage something in a favorable way. Use it to your advantage if the energy of Pluto & Full Moon gets too intense! A dynamic day.

July 22nd Sun enters Leo

Leo season starts with a rush of intensity…..again Pluto in Aquarius opposite the Sun in Leo. The fiery Sun shines its brightest in Leo, the opposition of Pluto can just feel

like an obstacle or detail to be dealt with Leo style. Immediately and effectively conquer it.

July 25th Mercury enters Virgo

Mercury is very efficient in Virgo. The details of all communications,plans and projects can be analyzed thoroughly in Virgo. Great period to start a house cleaning campaign or basement cleanout ect.

July 30th Moon & Jupiter in Gemini conjoin at 14 degrees.

This conjunction at 14 degrees harkens back to June 4th when Venus Cazimi at 14 degrees Gemini. (Venus conjunct Sun)

This Auspicious Moon/Jupiter connection can give us feedback & information on what transpired in June.

Keywords: discussions, new connection, spontaneous,opportunity, sharing.

**Look at Phone pictures from June 4th for clues or check notes on Calendar.

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Jupiter in Gemini 2024

May 24, 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

May 15, 2024 Laura Taft Astrology

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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March 2024 Newsletter

March 6, 2024 Laura Taft Astrology

Greetings Everyone!

What a fascinating February we have had, many of you have reached out with personal stories that give me compelling information on the effects of these transits. Thank you!

February featured an Aquarian stellium that met up with Pluto at each ingress. February 12-18th were particularly potent, followed by the Full Moon In Virgo February 24th.

Welcome to March and all the Piscean shifts that we bring forward into meteorological Spring (March 1st) The Spring Equinox is March 19th in the Northern Hemisphere…welcoming Aries & Eclipse season.

March 8-9th Mars in Aquarius will square Uranus in Taurus, the challenge prior to Sundays New Moon is to look & think- before you leap. Mars in Aquarius is very independent minded, impulsive and potentially unreliable when butting heads with Uranus in Taurus. Two different fixed ideas are trying to move forward…It is a great time for spontaneity or breaking out of a routine that has been limiting. Although a quick and temporary transit…..it stimulates action, challenges and adapting to the weekend plan or program.

Mercury enters Aries March 9th-A more forward Mercury, we now initiate communication. Our thoughts and speech can enjoy the sharper, more focused and direct communications…..it will make a sextile aspect to Pluto in Aquarius stimulating more intensity or depth with the fiery element of Aries. Truth Sayer comes to mind. Truth that helps transform old mental patterns into new more enlightening views.

April 1st -26th Mercury Retrogrades in Aries. We may need to review or recalculate some of our plans in light of the energetic Cardinal energy mid March. The best route is to have a back up plan or be ready to adapt to any delays.

New Moon March 10th at 20 degrees Pisces. The Sun & Moon make a (sextile) aspect to Uranus in Taurus 19 degrees. Restlessness is part of the New moon energy, awakening and shaking up stagnant energy. Encountering exciting people, creating excitement in your personal space or changing your normal routine to be more flexible with what is being called for. Release emotional energy, on the heels of Mars/Uranus energy-start a fresh New Moon cycle with a new ritual or adventure in nature. The New Moon is bookended by Saturn and Neptune in Pisces, passing through some tests/responsibilities and hopefully ending with an inspiring or enlightening outcome.

March 12th-April 4th Venus enters Pisces, her exalted position. Keep in mind, during this timeframe she will have mutual reception with Jupiter in Taurus, meaning Venus and Jupiter welcome each other into realms (houses) of there influence. Jupiter offers growth and expansion to something long lasting and reliable. Venus is ever helpful and compassionately attentive to the needs of these current opportunities.

March 19th Spring Equinox in Northern Hemisphere-Sun at 00 Aries trine Moon Leo and sextile Pluto in Aquarius~ (Moon opposite Pluto) A powerful start to a new season- self expressive & passionate energy abound. Use to your advantage to motivate projects or just getting creative juices flowing.

March 22rd Venus conjunct Saturn in Pisces- This transit of the planet of Love meeting the planet of work & responsibility can produce feelings of practicality, loyalty and soberness-not exactly affectionate energy. But.. they will sextile Jupiter in Taurus (Venus reception) this fortunate helpful energy may assist in keeping things balanced in relationship.

March 23 Mars enters Pisces We now have entered the water… need to put on our flippers and flow. Things can take a little slower pace, you will get there, when you get there energy.

Mars in the independently minded Aquarius, asked what are my goals and my instinct guiding me to act on? Since Feb 13th Mars conjunct Pluto in Aquarius we were off to the races. Now… Mars in Pisces we are more comfortable to tap into options and flexibility with our motivations. Not a time to force issues.

March 25th Eclipses Season

Lunar Eclipse(Full Moon)in Libra 05 degrees

This Lunation is ruled by Venus in Pisces and will trine Pluto in Aquarius. I get a very abundant and powerful relationship feeling with this eclipse. The Aries Sun exalted, Venus ruler of the Lunar Eclipse is exalted and in mutual reception to Jupiter. Eclipses can be wildcards and bring big beginnings and endings. Comings and goings….It is all part of the magic in change.✨✨

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New Lunar year of Dragon & New Moon in Aquarius

February 9, 2024February 10, 2024 Laura Taft Astrology

Today is the New Moon in Aquarius, here on the East Coast of Massachusetts, we finally are seeing some sunshine and blue skies…..fresh energy. Perfect timing.

February 9th The Aquarius New Moon is exact around 5:57PM in square aspect to Uranus in Taurus….Square energy has a feeling of friction,conflict or stress encouraging us to act or do something to alleviate the discomfort.Squares help us get unstuck and move ahead. New Moons are symbolic of the dark quiet Moon, completing the past lunation cycle and starting to look ahead by planting new ideas. Maybe you have started something new today, that you weren’t sure of how it would turn out? Uranus can awaken us to a different level, shake us out of stagnancy and inspire new paths. The Square aspect from Uranus to this Aquarian New Moon, gives an added unexpected or unusual flip to the day.Plans or ideas can change on a dime, in hindsight, the change can turn out to be a good thing! .

Future goals are baked into the Aquarian New Moon, which is also the start of the Chinese Lunar New Year of the Dragon!! Dragons are a mythical beast, this year be open to opportunity and magic.I’m sure we have some Dragon Year people tuning in,this is a big reset for you!

Dragon Medicine: Magic is believing in yourself, if you can do that, you can make anything happen. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

The Chinese Dragon Festival dragon by Walter Baxter is licensed under CC-BY-SA 2.0

February 13thMars enters Aquarius and conjoins Pluto at 00 Aquarius,these two planets can bring a strong action and intensity to whatever you are doing.Aquarius has an independent energy that may clash a bit with other agendas, be mindful on this day that everyone is feeling the rush.Same day~Neptune in Pisces sextile Venus in Capricorn,can support the urge to indulge in escapism. To sidestep the Mars/Pluto dynamic, by tuning into music, movies,nature, romance ect. Finding peace in a storm kind of feeling.

February 16th Venus enters Aquarius and conjoins Pluto at 00 Aquarius. When Pluto & Venus meet up the intensity rises and relationships can feel this, for better or worse.It can highlight the ebb & flow of finances, something very helpful entering or a debt coming to collect. Venus/Pluto keywords obsession, passion, depth of a relationship, recycling of possessions, transforming love,renewal,powerful attractions, hyper focus on creative projects, intense social interaction, secret love, jealousy.

Saturn is the traditional ruler of Aquarius and Uranus is the modern ruler. Saturn=Restrictions Uranus=Freedom. Both hang in the balance.

Same day-Mercury in Aquarius Square Uranus in Taurus~Our mind is open to new ideas and solutions, we may get excited by unexpected change that helps us move forward mentally with an issue.

February 16,17,18th Moon in Gemini Trines the very busy Aquarian House-Pluto,Venus,Mars,Mercury and the Aquarian Sun are in compatible communication with a very curious and super busy moon.Good day for people with like minds to get together. Social activities can be quite lively and unique. An abundance of communications and discussions pointed at future plans and new ideas flourish.The Gemini Moon will go “out of bounds” for the weekend, sending the moon’s energy to high activity levels, sometimes too far out.. Be cautious while travelling or going about busy weekend errands.

Friday the 16th Mercury in Aquarius squares Uranus in Taurus. Another reason to be flexible, go with the flow and slow the pace.Unexpected changes can pop up, or impulsiveness may hit.Pump the brakes! A good day for creative projects ,as your thoughts can be full of quick solutions or ingenious ideas.

Looking forward to the ever-interesting Chinese Year of the Dragon!!!!!
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“The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.” Alan Watts