​A warm hello.
With the planets Venus, Mars and Mercury all in Capricorn, an Earth Sign, this is a time to think very practically about our relationships – how we support those around us and how we approach and handle the issues that connect us.
There’ll be boundaries to define, things to accept and plans to organise.
Keeping our emotions at bay will help us to clarify the steps we can take, to make our relationships the best they can be.
Wishing you joy,
Karen.

A warm hello.

While the Moon is in Leo, we’re still in the Full Moon energy period.   In the next couple of days, this will shine a light on an issue, task or situation we need to deal with.

When the Moon moves on to transit Virgo for a few days, it will make this productive grand trine through the Earth Signs; progress or a special achievement will stand out!

Mercury aligning with Mars with Capricorn will bring conversations where it’s time to clarify your ideas, intentions or arrangements.

The planet Uranus, turning Direct, will bring a positive turning-point with a change we’re trying to make.

​ARIES.   Stepping up to the mark for a special get-together or occasion you have an emotional investment in, will require working around others’ wishes and arrangements.   Keeping a promise may prove quite hard work but there’ll be a sense of satisfaction.   A timely discussion with an associate will help get ambitious plans off the ground.   The planet Uranus turning Direct here will reveal new possibilities or the best way forward with a financial undertaking or matter.
TAURUS.   A family commitment, situation or a big domestic task will ask a lot of you.   A social occasion or encounter will open the way to foster a connection you’d like to develop.   There’ll be informative, productive discussions with a distant relative or associate - you’ll be able to clarify plans on the drawing board; alternatively, a legal discussion will answer a lot of questions and guide you with important decisions.   The planet Uranus turning Direct in your Zodiac Sign indicates that you will take a stand, lead the way or make a personal change that is liberating in some way.
GEMINI.   Going further afield, finding your way around a new place or reconnecting with someone from afar will take a motivated effort, a conversation you’re keen to have will be enlightening too.   A domestic purchase, special visitor or progress with a domestic project will be a joy.   A financial discussion will bring advice and information that serve you, it may also spark some exciting new ideas.   The planet Uranus is turning Direct here – a situation that has held you back will start to turn around.
CANCER.   A financial outlay will come from the heart – this may be a special personal purchase, outlay or spending on an occasion that’s meaningful to you.   Good news will put you on a happy high.   A discussion with someone close will raise issues or plans you’re keen to settle; you’ll need to step lightly though with prickly little differences.   The planet Uranus turning Direct here indicates a friendship or association will take a new direction, and a desire you didn’t think you’d be able to fulfill will have new promise.
LEO.   An occasion or get-together a long time coming will be an opportunity to reset a relationship.   A good financial deal, financial boost or progress with a financial endeavour will cheer you.   A stimulating but also challenging discussion with a colleague will drive a big task or project forward; new ideas and big ambitions will unfold.   The planet Uranus turning Direct here will open the way to explore a new career path or develop a professional relationship in an important new way.
VIRGO.   A task you’ve been postponing, a duty to fulfill or a very drawn-out undertaking, will require a focused effort and strong follow through.   A providential development will bring a special work or personal opportunity.   A conversation with a loved one, or regarding a creative or special personal pursuit, will launch exciting plans.   The planet Uranus turning Direct here will bring new plans, arrangements or a new understanding in a long-distance relationship, or travel plans will start to take shape.
LIBRA.   There’ll be much to organise but a fun outing or engagement with a friend or relative will be a joy!   A long-awaited get-together will renew your relationship; you’ll pick up, where you left off.   A family discussion will be a chance to pull the different strands of a family or domestic project together and set its course.   The planet Uranus turning Direct here will bring information, advice or a turn of events that guides you with a financial step you’re trying to take, or a financial arrangement that you’re trying to negotiate or change.
SCORPIO.   A family, domestic or career undertaking will call for an energetic, pro-active effort; there may be a few stressful factors to work through along the way.   A fortuitous encounter or exchange will be an opportunity to nurture a new connection.   An informative conversation will guide your decisions with exciting new personal plans.   The planet Uranus turning Direct here will open the way to clarify and reset a changing relationship.
SAGITTARIUS.   You’ll need to push the pace to go further afield, there’ll be plans with a distant friend, relative or associate to sort out too.   Achieving a special work or personal goal will be exhilarating!   A financial discussion will define a costly undertaking or exciting plans with another.   The planet Uranus turning Direct here will encourage you to make the most of a change on the job, or to initiate a health, diet or fitness programme you’re keen to embrace.
CAPRICORN.   It will take a well-thought-out strategy to proceed with a special expense or to meet a financial commitment.   A surprise option, news or information will open new doors with an exciting career or financial endeavour.   You’ll need to clarify your stand, on a matter or project involving others, to build understanding.   The planet Uranus turning Direct here will bring an opportunity to turn a close relationship, that’s had a few ups and downs, into a positive new direction.
AQUARIUS.   A family occasion or special commitment with someone close will require a concerted effort; a few uneasy vibes though will need thoughtful defusing.   A fortuitous financial development, influx of funds, a good deal or good news will give you a lift.   An overdue discussion will be an opportunity to broach a nagging unresolved issue with another, or to forge ahead with plans that have been on the drawing board for a long time.   The planet Uranus turning Direct here will bring progress with a domestic project that’s been stuck and the opportunity to shift a family relationship onto a new footing.
PISCES.    A demanding family or work task will call for a disciplined effort, a work situation will test your patience, and you may need to put extra energy into a health, diet or fitness endeavour.   A warm exchange or interlude will nurture a relationship you’re working on.   A discussion with a friend or associate will set up special plans between you.   The planet Uranus turning Direct here could bring a realisation or discovery that helps you over a mental or emotional stumbling block or resolves an old problem.

​A warm hello.
There are groundbreaking astrological trends at the moment, and during the next few weeks, as Aquarius time unfolds, new conditions or opportunities will unfold in our lives, nudging us to look at how and where we need to change or update our ways: we’ll need to expand our thinking and be ready to learn new things.  
In a personal way, it’s time to be proactive, positive, and to move forward with confidence!
Wishing you joy,
Karen

A warm hello.

This weekend, Pluto charges into Aquarius – it sojourned briefly in Aquarius in 2023 and, after one more short return to Capricorn later in the year, will transit Aquarius until early 2044!   If you’d like a big picture overview of this cycle, you can go to my Big Planets, Big News ‘Pluto in Aquarius’ forecast.   On an individual level, if you’re born right on the cusp of any Zodiac Sign, i.e. in the first 2 days of your Zodiac Sign, this year, with varying degrees, will bring an opportunity, change or event that sets up a new situation in your life.

Also this weekend, the Sun moving into Aquarius launches Aquarius Zodiac time: new ideas, information or possibilities will spark new plans in the coming weeks.

The energy builds next week to a strong Full Moon in Leo; this will bring an issue we feel strongly about to the fore, or a big decision or result with an undertaking or situation we are invested in emotionally.

​ARIES.   Here is the Sun, with Pluto’s underlying accent, in Aquarius for you: in the coming weeks, exciting new elements will unfold with something special that you want to do – new ideas or options will expand your original intention, you’ll also meet interesting people and a new friendship or important connection will grow.   The Full Moon falls here: a get-together that’s especially meaningful for you will be an emotional highlight and you’ll give of your very best to make this a success or someone dear happy.
TAURUS.   The Sun, with Pluto’s underlying influence, highlighting Aquarius in the coming weeks falls in your career and direction zone: an unusual opportunity or situation on the job will open the way to show more of what you can do but you’ll need to adjust to, and work with, some very different conditions.   The Full Moon in Leo here points to a special family or domestic project - it will take a super effort to bring this to fruition; there may also be a few family tensions to soothe along the way.
GEMINI.   The Sun/Pluto in Aquarius energy here promises broader horizons in the weeks ahead – a short trip, going to different places, or embracing new ideas, activities and experiences will be exhilarating; there’ll be a sense of freedom and an interesting learning curve.   A long-distance relationship will expand too.   The Full Moon in Leo here promises an important, enlightening conversation with an issue or situation you want to know more about – the pieces of a puzzle will fall into place!
CANCER.   Here’s the Sun/Pluto energy in Aquarius: there’ll be fresh developments and pleasing progress with a complex financial matter or undertaking in the coming weeks, or new possibilities with a financial venture will emerge; you may re-evaluate a personal situation too – it will be time to clarify your true priorities.   With the Full Moon in Leo here – a special one-off expense or purchase could put a dent in the savings, a celebration could be expensive and a meaningful encounter will leave a reflective afterglow.
LEO.   With the Sun/Pluto in Aquarius energy accenting your relationship zone in the coming weeks, you’ll throw yourself into big family plans, a special commitment with someone dear, adjusting to a new phase in a relationship and/ or developing a new relationship; there’ll be new points of connection or changing dynamics, and you’ll give of your best to handle it all well.   The Full Moon in your Zodiac Sign might be a little on the emotional side – an exciting encounter or special occasion will put you on a happy high, but a simmering issue with someone close will come to the fore; keep your cool to avoid a clash.
VIRGO.  The Sun/Pluto energy in Aquarius highlights work and health matters for you and during the coming weeks, new intentions and plans on both fronts will rev up your ambitions - a new health programme will motivate you, and new ideas, clients or unusual tasks will expand your work horizons, a previous work association or job project could have a new lease of life as well.    With the Full Moon in Leo here – a challenging task or issue you’ve been avoiding will call for a special effort but there’ll be satisfaction in seeing it through; a health, diet or fitness pursuit or supporting someone close will ask a lot of you too.
LIBRA.   The Sun moving into Aquarius, with Pluto’s underlying energy, falls here: you’ll pour energy into pursuing your personal passions in the coming weeks - a meaningful personal undertaking, a special creative pursuit, and/or special plans and get-togethers with loved ones; you’ll go the extra mile to support a child or other loved one too.   The Full Moon in Leo here denotes a special occasion or encounter that’s an emotional highlight, a casual or work association could blossom into a friendship and Singles, a fun encounter could spark a new romance!
SCORPIO.   The Sun moving into the home zone for you, strengthened by Pluto, will spark ambitious domestic and family goals in the coming weeks: you’ll explore all kinds of options with a domestic or family project, and inspiring ideas and discussions will introduce tempting possibilities.   With the Full Moon in Leo here, there could be clashing work and family commitments to juggle, also a work commitment may ask more of you than expected.   Getting out and about will bring a refreshing change of scene.
SAGITTARIUS.   Here is the Sun’s bright energy in Aquarius, fortified and intensified by Pluto: an ambitious personal project will gather momentum in the coming weeks, there’ll be much to learn and discover along the way, plus you’ll meet knowledgeable people who are fonts of information.   The Full Moon in Leo here indicates a short trip, change of scene, or you’ll put a lot of energy into connecting with distant friends or relatives.   A realisation or a goal achieved will be emotionally meaningful!
CAPRICORN.   The Sun moving into your financial zone, with strong Pluto undertones, could spark big financial plans in the coming weeks - you’ll look into the cost of doing something you really want to do or you could plan some expensive purchases; there’ll be a contract, financial arrangement or financial paperwork to work through thoroughly too.   The Full Moon here may bring quite a large expense or a complex financial matter to sort out; emotions could run high too, with a few sensitive issues to address gently.
AQUARIUS.   The Sun will light up your Zodiac Sign in the coming weeks and, with Pluto’s intensity in the background, it could spark grand new ideas and a strong sense of purpose – you’ll be fired up with bold exciting personal plans, a relationship could also turn an important corner.   The Full Moon in Leo here indicates you’ll go the extra mile to keep a special engagement with a loved one or to bring a special project with someone dear to fruition; a sensitive difference could suddenly surface though, step lightly to ease the way forward.
PISCES.   The Sun’s bright energy shining here, plus Pluto’s intense background energy, will motivate you in the coming weeks - to take action with a problem that’s been drawn out, to increase your efforts with a long-term goal you’re working towards, and to find out more about a situation or task it’s important to understand better.   The Full Moon in Leo falling here indicates you’ll push yourself with a health, diet or fitness endeavour, to achieve your goal, a challenging task or target on the job will require a super effort, and an unsettled personal issue will come to a head and resolve. 

​A warm hello.
An ambitious driving energy pervades this week but it will need to be directed -  
In which area or what do you most want to achieve”
How do you want to go about it?
Where will you begin?
Asking and answering these questions will help you set your goals, make your plans and get started – each positive step forward will lead to the next and the next…
Wishing you joy,
Karen

A warm hello.

In the next 7 days:

Wow! Look at all these Earth Signs!   Mercury will join Mars, Pluto and the Sun in Capricorn, Jupiter and the planet Uranus are in Taurus – 6 Earth Signs in total!   This is calling for us to get real – to think about our priorities, goals and problems in a solid, down-to-earth fashion and to take the practical steps necessary to move forward.

Also with the planet Mercury, the planet of communication, joining Mars, the Sun and Pluto in Capricorn there’ll be a driving intensity and purpose in our conversations – but we’ll need to avoid pushing the point too far, if we want to achieve agreement or understanding.

ARIES.   A big professional task or ambitious project on the job will be an opportunity to prove yourself, a big personal undertaking will also require careful organisation and management; keep your priorities and objectives clear, it will help you to cope effectively.   With the planet Mercury joining all this Capricorn: there’ll be some intense discussions with colleagues, to sort out the best way forward with these ambitious endeavours; there may also be some points of difference that require a few compromises.
TAURUS.   You’ll pour energy into exciting travel plans or exciting plans with a distant relative, colleague or friend; you may also reconnect with someone who’s returning from a trip.   An outing or exploring new places will bring a feast of interesting discoveries and experiences; there’ll be much to learn along the way.   Mercury, the planet of communication, adding to all this Capricorn energy indicates important discussions with a distant loved one or associate, and an informative discussion regarding a legality, contract or important documents, will be opportunities to gain answers to lots of questions.
GEMINI.   This will be a turning-point time for you: a personal matter you feel strongly about will surge to the fore, it will be time to address this; there’ll be a complex financial issue and extra expenses or special outlays to deal with too – calm, clear attention to details will serve you well.   The planet Mercury joining all this Capricorn energy could spark intense personal and financial discussions – these will open the way to explain your ideas, intentions and goals and to broach a simmering situation in a positive, progressive way.
CANCER.   A strong focus on relationships may stir up some prickly issues with your mate or a relative, as well as launch special plans and commitments; you’ll also pour energy into helping loved ones, there’ll be sudden requests and extra chores to deal with and a family occasion will need practical support – some relationships may be a little wearing.   The planet Mercury moving into Capricorn will join the fray: there’ll be family and personal issues that need to be addressed, things that need to be said but also things that don’t need to be said – some personal and family discussions will require a thoughtful strategy!
LEO.   Work and health matters are both emphasised for you – a promotion, work opportunity or extra responsibilities on the job will put you under the pump, a health goal or big physical task will also call for strong follow through; a clear plan of action and good organisation will be essential.   The planet Mercury joining this strong Capricorn accent will bring a defining discussion with a work colleague or endeavour; it will be important to listen and learn, as well as to put forth your ideas in very practical terms and to recognise when some give-and-take will be beneficial.
VIRGO.   Making and keeping special promises to loved ones and friends will commit you to some big labours of love, an interest or pursuit that’s a passion will ask for next level involvement too; think carefully with all your arrangements, to avoid over-stretching your resources.   With Mercury joining all this energy in Capricorn, ‘deep and meaningful’ discussions with a loved one or someone who shares your passion for an interest or pursuit may become a little intense; there’ll be important points to raise, but also how you say things will be important; it'll take thoughtful words to bring clarity and understanding.
LIBRA.   A huge domestic undertaking will push you to the max; bringing this to fruition will be a lot of work, there’ll be so much to organise and a few frustrations or stresses along the way - it may help you to have a time-line and to fulfill your goals one step at a time!   A family commitment or situation will also require an organised and super effort and, on top of that, visitors could descend upon you!   An overdue, informative but challenging family discussion will need your communication skills – it will be an opportunity to nip niggling family differences in the bud, build understanding with a family member and sort out some big plans.
SCORPIO.   An exciting and ambitious new endeavour will power ahead; you’ll throw yourself into it and learn an enormous amount as you go!   Travelling extra miles and cultivating new contacts will take special personal efforts and some well-thought-out organisation.   The planet Mercury joining all this energy in Capricorn points to communication opportunities and challenges – whether you’re selling something, explaining something, teaching or discussing important issues, being very clear with your intentions and facts but not too forceful will be a balance that helps you achieve meaningful results.
SAGITTARIUS.   An ambitious financial project, costly purchase or big expensive plans will be exciting and fire your enthusiasm – take care to clarify and organise your budget, so you don’t over-reach and can manage it well.   Be prepared for a few extra and unexpected outlays though; keeping some extra funds aside would ease the pressure.   The planet Mercury in Capricorn here will bring important financial discussions or negotiations; you’ll need to make your point but also take on board information or advice that will shape your decisions.
CAPRICORN.   You are ready to take the proverbial ‘bit between your teeth’ – you’ll be motivated, pro-active and determined to get ambitious plans off the ground, or to tackle issues, problems or take steps that you’ve been postponing; your positive actions will showcase your ideas and abilities, and help you make the most of this progressive time.   The planet Mercury joining all this energy in your Zodiac Sign will bring conversations where you need to speak up for yourself, or you’ll initiate conversations you’re keen to have; staying opening to different points of view and new suggestions will serve you.
AQUARIUS.   Doing your research and pinning down the details of a big domestic or family project will set it up for success – there’ll be some tough decisions along the way and a lot more to some aspects of this than initially meets the eye, but clear objectives, thoroughness and staying power will steer you through.    With Mercury in Capricorn here – a discussion that’s been a long time coming, or revisits the past, will spark reflective moods; there’ll be something important you need to say or hear!
PISCES.   It will take an organised effort to do or achieve something that is especially meaningful to you but strong follow through will get you there; something fun or a social get-together will also require a clear, well-planned course of action.   With Mercury joining this strong accent in Capricorn, a timely meeting or informative exchange with a friend or colleague will  guide you forward with an important matter or decision, and help you with your plans. 

​A warm hello.
This is a powerful week!
The New Moon, Sun, Mars and Pluto are all in Capricorn and it’s time to define your desires, ambitions and goals!   This strong Capricorn energy will give drive and momentum to all that you do but it will be up to you to focus and harness this.   Clear purpose will help you set your course!
Wishing you joy,
Karen

A warm hello and welcome to your first weekly forecast for 2024.

In the next 7 days – the Moon will start off here in Libra and move through these Zodiac Signs to a New Moon in Capricorn.   It will add to the fun, friendly Sagittarius energy that’s lingering from the New Year, and may trigger sparkling exchanges, stimulating enlightening discussions, a few flirty vibes and spontaneous decisions.

The absolute stand-out astrological feature is this build up in Capricorn!   The Sun and Pluto, joined by Mars and then next week the New Moon in Capricorn, will be a significant presence in this ambitious, focused, productive Zodiac Sign; it will promote a very strong sense of purpose

​ARIES.   Discovering new places, doing fun different things and meeting interesting people will add fresh enjoyable dimensions to life.   Here are the New Moon, Sun, Mars and Pluto in Capricorn, they fall in your career zone: an exciting career door opening, special tasks on the job, a bold new idea or prospects to explore will fire your ambitions in the weeks ahead; a hard-working, focused effort will be called for but you’re on track to a special achievement or climb the ladder of success.
TAURUS.   A special occasion will be a fun but also meaningful emotional highlight and will make beautiful memories; it might be more expensive than you thought but you’ll disinclined to count the cost.   The New Moon, Sun, Mars and Pluto in Capricorn fall here: plans to go further afield or take a short trip will grow, you’ll be on a mission to explore a particular place and a feast of intriguing encounters and experiences will bring a valuable learning curve; a long-distance relationship will grow as you share special moments and make some big plans.
GEMINI.   Warm exchanges and fun plans with loved ones, plus a get-together a long time coming will be happy highlights of the days ahead.   The New Moon, Sun, Mars and Pluto in Capricorn here accent your financial affairs: you’ll be motivated by an ambitious financial project, exciting financial opportunity or investment, there’ll be expensive plans to cost and important financial issues or paperwork to sort out; there may also be some large outlays and big financial commitments to organise carefully – you could take some big financial steps!
CANCER.   Caring helpful gestures to others, doing kind, thoughtful things or keeping a promise, will be done with a smile and it’ll leave a happy afterglow; it will feel good to make a difference.   The New Moon, Sun, Mars and Pluto in Capricorn fall here in the relationship zone - you’ll pour a lot of energy into your relationships: exciting plans or a big commitment with someone dear will become a main focus, a loved one taking a big step may need your support, exciting plans with a loved one will grow, you may also need to defuse a few prickly vibes with those around you.
LEO.   Playful romantic vibes, fun social encounters, enjoying a favourite interest or hobby and the company of people who share this interest, will leave you smiling.   The New Moon, Sun, Mars and Pluto in Capricorn accent both work and health matters for you: a new job, ambitious project on the job, taking on new responsibilities or embracing an opportunity to prove yourself will fire your determination; a physical task or goal, greater attention to your health or supporting someone else with their health goals will require strong follow through.
VIRGO.    Welcoming friends to your home plus fun family get-togethers will be a joy; beautifying your home will add to your happiness as well.   The New Moon, Sun, Mars and Pluto in Capricorn fall here: ambitious goals with a pursuit or project you feel passionately about will grow, big plans with your children or other loved ones will bring meaningful shared experiences, and a get-together a long time coming will turn back time.   Singles, a simmering attraction could flare!
LIBRA.   A warm, uplifting exchange with a relative or friend will do your heart good; you’ll feel the caring energy, it may also bring good news!    The New Moon with all this strong Capricorn energy falling here will put the focus on home and family endeavours for you - an ambitious domestic project, a mountain of domestic chores, demanding family plans and commitments, visitors and unexpected happenings on the home front will test your organisations abilities whilst simultaneously calling for flexibility.   Much will be achieved if you go with the flow!
SCORPIO.   Dealings with new contacts or some of your associates will bring warm and sometimes fun vibes to the fore; it will help plans to fall into place smoothly.   You’ll be tempted to make some spontaneous purchases and outlays too.   This strong New Moon, Sun, Mars and Pluto in Capricorn energy will fire your ambitions: a project on the drawing board could grow to exciting new levels, or a bold new idea will be a tempting challenge – each one, in its own way, will bring an exhilarating learning curve.   Travelling extra distances will push the pace too.
SAGITTARIUS.   Charming, enjoyable encounters and Singles, a sparkling attraction will add a fresh zest to life and the everydayness.   The New Moon with all this Capricorn energy here points to a new financial venture, the opportunity to increase your earnings, there’ll be opportunities to do some pleasing financial deals too.   Large purchases are also in the offing and you may need to renegotiate or reset a financial arrangement.   This will be a money focused, go ahead time.
CAPRICORN.   An overdue exchange with another will be insightful, it’ll bring clarity with an issue that’s been on your mind; contact with someone you go back with a long way will be a joy.   The New Moon and this build up of energies in your Zodiac Sign will be motivating: you’ll take action and lead the way with plans you want to get off the ground and changes you want to make, new personal or career ambitious will also gather momentum – it will be full steam ahead!
AQUARIUS.   Stimulating, informative exchanges with friends and new contacts could inspire exciting new plans and also help you with your plans – you could make some spontaneous decisions; Singles, sparks of attraction could flash!   This massive build up in Capricorn here will drive you to push on with a big domestic project or tasks, you’ll take on extra family responsibilities, and take important strides forward with a slow-moving, longer-term endeavour and keep it on track.
PISCES.   Friendly vibes with a colleague could sow the seeds of friendship, uplifting exchanges with colleagues could spark some exciting new ideas.   With this strong build up in Capricorn, you’ll be on a mission to do something you really want to do – this will be a special personal or fun endeavour and it will be an ambitious undertaking; it’ll take a lot of work or a big effort to bring it to fruition.   You’ll also make a determined effort to see your friends, revive a friendship or connection, and to cultivate new associates.