​A warm hello.
There’s a change of season this week, so it’s time for your autumn ‘hair cutting dates’.
Trimming your hair, once a month, on one of these dates will encourage hair growth, as well as strengthen your hair and improve its condition; they are based on the fertile Moon cycles.
(All growing things on our planet respond to the energies of the Sun and Moon, and believe it not, so does your hair!)
Just try them a few times, and you’ll see for yourself how well they work!
Here are the best hair cutting dates for autumn:
March: 14, 18, 19
April: 10, 11, 14, 15
May: 12, 13, 21, 22, 23
Wishing you joy and beautiful, healthy hair.
Karen

A warm hello.

The Full Moon this weekend falls in Virgo – an act of service will come from the heart but may ask a lot of you, alternatively we’ll need a practical solution to an emotional issue or situation.

The planet Mercury joins the Sun, Saturn and Neptune cluster in Pisces and this strong Pisces energy will gather momentum in the coming weeks, with growing responsibilities and commitments but fair rewards for our labours.

When the Moon transits Libra and trines Aquarius, it could bring a happy highlight.

​ARIES.   Here is the Full Moon in Virgo: a work or family endeavour, which may be quite pressings, will stretch your resources, a health pursuit or supporting someone dear with a health goal will call for a concerted effort too.   In the coming weeks, nagging upsets or frustrations with others and extra family duties will benefit from an objective approach, to keep them in perspective and deal with them positively.   Your Moon highlight: a blast from the past could touch sentimental chords.
TAURUS.   The Full Moon in Virgo falls here: a special get-together will require a super effort but it will be a joy to catch up with someone dear; showing your love for a child, grandchild or other loved one in thoughtful actions will be helpful for them and re-enforcing for your relationship.   In the coming weeks – there’ll be so many tasks or issues involved, to do something you really want to do or go somewhere you want to go, you’ll need to think and rethink how best to go about it; there’ll also be meaningful reunions.   Your Moon highlight: a compliment or acknowledgement will give your confidence a boost.
GEMINI.   With the Full Moon in Virgo falling here – a family event or commitment will ask a lot of you, a family issue will need thoughtful reasoning too – you’ll need to defuse emotional moments with insight and understanding; a domestic undertaking or entertaining visitors will be a labour of love.   In the coming weeks – a big task on the job, personally or financially, will require a clear overview and plan of action; you’ll need to lead the way and working to your plan will help you move steadily forward.   Your Moon highlight: a fun invitation or encounter will give your spirits a lift.
CANCER.   With this Full Moon in Virgo, you could go further afield to connect with someone important to you; exploring an important conversation with another will bring information or advice that guides you with aa far-reaching decision   In the coming weeks, you’ll revive an interest that still appeals to you, revitalise a long-distance relationship, make travel plans or plans to reconnect with someone from afar and you’ll get to know a new social group better.   Your Moon highlight could bring a favourite visitor to your door.
LEO.   Here is the Full Moon in Virgo: a generous gesture to another will come from the heart, a special purchase or celebration may be expensive but it will be a joy.   In the coming weeks, paying attention to details and loose ends with a complex financial issue or big financial step will bring a lot of financial paperwork, there may be some big outlays or commitments to budget for as well.   Your Moon highlight: a social engagement will be fun highlight.
VIRGO.   The Full Moon falls in your Zodiac Sign: a family occasion or special get-together will be an opportunity to repair a relationship or make a caring statement to another and it will be meaningful emotionally for you; a simmering difference with another could heat up though, there’ll be an awkward situation to handle calmly.   In the coming weeks, responsibilities with other people, especially those close to you, could grow exponentially and you could feel overloaded; it may be necessary to rethink a few boundaries.   Your Moon highlight: a gift or thoughtful gesture from another will touch your heart.
LIBRA.   With the Full Moon in Virgo here – following through with an obligation or commitment you have an emotional investment in will be important to you, also the way will open to put things right with an unresolved difference or emotional issue with another.   In the coming weeks, watch the tendency to take on too much and over-commit yourself – some duties or tasks will prove much bigger than you think a health or fitness pursuit will require a lot of effort as well.   Your Moon highlight: a surprise encounter or opportunity will be exhilarating!
SCORPIO.   With this Full Moon in Virgo here, a special get-together will be an emotional highlight, also you’ll go to great lengths to make someone happy or to develop the connection between you.   In the coming weeks, a creative or personal endeavour that’s especially important to you will require strong follow through, bringing special plans with your children or other loved ones to fruition will be an important focus too.   Your Moon highlight: a fun activity or experience will put a big smile on your face.
SAGITTARIUS.   The Full Moon in Virgo here could bring a challenging task or situation professionally or on the family front, where you need to rise to the occasion – there’ll be different points of view with others to take into account and reconcile.   In the coming weeks, a big domestic or family project will require careful planning and budgeting; doing your research plus informative discussions with family members will help you with your decisions and arrangements.   Your Moon highlight: getting out and about to different places will bring refreshing changes of scene.
CAPRICORN.   With the Full Moon in Virgo here, you’ll make a special effort to connect with a distant loved one, counsel or support them; planning carefully will help you realise a travel goal or arrange a trip further afield.   In the coming weeks, a growing personal, financial or professional project will carry plenty of responsibility and will be a learn-as-you-go experience.   Your Moon highlight: timely advice or information from a knowledgeable colleague will be worth its weight in gold!
AQUARIUS.   Here is the Full Moon in Virgo: a generous gesture may put a dent in the finances but it will make a caring statement to another or achieve a purpose that is close to your heart.   An emotional issue with someone close may come to a head though – it will take a big picture view to see this clearly and handle it well.   In the coming weeks, a financial commitment, big expenses or expensive plans will need careful long-term planning.   You Moon highlight: a new idea, possibility or opportunity work-wise or financially will fire your enthusiasm.
PISCES.   The Full Moon falling here in your relationship zone indicates a family occasion or special commitment with someone dear, but there may be emotional undercurrents or prickly issues to defuse as you go.   In the coming weeks, a growing load of tasks and responsibilities with big work, property or personal plans will require careful organisation, to cope with and manage them all well.   Your Moon highlight: a financial boost or thoughtful gift will put you on a happy high.

​A warm hello.
You will already know from your weekly forecasts about the powerful Aquarius energy of this time: this denotes a shift in our personal priorities. 
It’s time to think deeply about what is becoming more important in your life; also changing circumstances in our lives will call for a readiness to embrace new beginnings – so we can move forward with these changing times.
Wishing you joy,
Karen

A warm hello.

Look at this strong Aquarius accent!   The planet Venus moving into Aquarius this weekend, joining Pluto, Mars, Mercury and for a short time, the Sun, will bring insights, revelations plus new developments in our relationships; these themes will pervade the next few weeks.

The Sun then joins Saturn and Neptune in Pisces, and a Pisces emphasis will grow in the next few weeks; this could bring growing responsibilities, a slow-moving task or unfinished business to deal with, and a reconnection with the past.

​ARIES.   Here is the planet Venus and strong Aquarius accent: insights into a friendship will add deeper layers to your relationship, a new friendship or helpful connection could grow, advice or kind gestures from friends and contacts will be invaluable, fun friendly encounters will leave you smiling and Singles, a flirty sparkle could add a light-hearted zest to a new association.   This growing Pisces accent points to big domestic tasks or repairs in the coming weeks, hefty family commitments, plus it will be time to address issues or jobs you’ve been postponing.
TAURUS.   The planet Venus and all this Aquarius energy here will accent relationships on the job: you’ll work with interesting, charming and knowledgeable associates on a big or changing project, but adjusting to the different ideas and ways of some will test your flexibility, working more closely with a colleague will develop this association along new lines and PR efforts will be essential but fruitful; Singles, an attraction or friendship could develop in the workplace.   This growing Pisces accent in the coming weeks indicates reunions or get-togethers too long coming will be walks down memory lane.
GEMINI.   With the planet Venus and all this Aquarius energy here – a long distance relationship could revitalise, going further afield to beautiful places or places you have an emotional attachment to will be uplifting, travel plans will unfold with the help of an experienced contact and a new social circle will offer interesting possibilities; Singles, a long-distance romance could gather momentum.   This growing Pisces emphasis indicates an ambitious work or personal project will be hard work in the coming weeks; it will demand long hours and staying power but your sights will be set on your goal and perseverance is the key.
CANCER.   The planet Venus plus all this Aquarius energy here indicates there’ll be important financial business or expensive plans with a loved one, alternatively you’ll spend freely on a special gift or occasion to show your love and make them happy; there may also be large personal outlays that are special and meaningful for you.   Emotionally, you’ll review and analyse relationships, past and present, and it will bring thought-provoking insights.   This increasing Pisces emphasis in the coming weeks indicates you’ll pour energy into catching up with, or keeping a promise to a distant friend or relative, you may also go somewhere that turns back time.
LEO.   This strong Aquarius accent with the planet Venus, the planet of relationships, falls in ‘your’ relationship zone: you’ll pour a lot of energy into your relationships, seeking to understand and support those close to you, to help someone close with an important change or development in their life, to deal with issues, differences or challenges between you and people close to you and to adjust to a changing situation or new chapter with someone close.   In the coming weeks, this increasing Pisces accent indicates financial pressures and commitments may tie you down – you’ll need a very practical, well-considered budget; there may also be an unresolved or slow-moving financial matter to work through.
VIRGO.   With all this Aquarius, including the planet Venus here – you could spread your wings on the job, work with interesting new clients or colleagues, plus new job conditions and opportunities that showcase your versatility will be stimulating and challenging; this is a time for PR, networking and focusing on developing positive work relations and expanding your work connections.  In the coming weeks, this growing Pisces accent indicates a drawn-out family duty, wearing situation with someone close, or a big project you’re working on with your mate or a family member may be hard-going, but pulling together will strengthen the bonds between you.
LIBRA.   Here is the planet Venus plus all this Aquarius energy: you’ll put a lot of love and energy into special plans with your children or other loved ones, sharing meaningful times together will add new layers to your relationships and you’ll understand and feel closer to each other; a social encounter or providential exchange will be uplifting and informative, meeting a talented or knowledgeable person will inspiring, and it will be good to speak the same language with people who share a common interest.   This strong Pisces accent in the coming weeks indicates a domestic or property undertaking will be a lot of work, a big task on the job or a labour of love to help another will ask a lot of you, a health goal or dealing with a health matter will require a focused effort too.
SCORPIO.   The planet Venus joining this powerful Aquarius accent indicates exciting action on the home and family front: you’ll pour energy into family plans and supporting family members, revitalising a family relationship, there may also be exciting opportunities and developments for some family members; domestic improvements and tasks will also push the pace, beautiful domestic acquisitions and special family get-togethers will be highlights.   In the coming weeks, this growing Pisces energy indicates a personal, creative or professional endeavour that’s become a passion may take ‘two steps forward, one step back’ but there will be progress; a special reunion will take careful organisation.
SAGITTARIUS.   With the planet Venus and all this Aquarius energy here, you’ll pour a lot of love and energy into an unusual but exciting personal or work project, a short tip or change of scene may be uplifting, you’ll discover a beautiful place, reconnect with a relative or friend too far away to see often and an expansive discussion with a knowledgeable associate will spark new ideas and plans; a learning experience will add to your knowledge and skills.   In the coming weeks, with this growing Pisces emphasis, a domestic undertaking, family duty or responsibility may be a lot of work but it’ll be important to you to see it through.
CAPRICORN.   Here’s the planet Venus and strong Aquarius accent: exciting plans with someone dear may be expensive but they’ll add new dimensions to your relationship, something special you want to do or buy may also be expensive and generous gifts or gestures to loved ones will could shoot holes in the savings; conversely, opportunities to earn extra will boost your financial resources and progress with a financial venture or important matter will be exhilarating.   In the coming weeks, with this increasing Pisces accent, a short trip or personal project will take you to a place you have a past connection with, or have long wanted to visit.
AQUARIUS.   The planet Venus moving into your Zodiac Sign and joining all this action in Aquarius could bring a major development or new chapter in a complex or changing relationship, an exciting new step in a relationship you’re keen to foster, plus there’ll be more love or romance in your life; you’ll beautify your environment too, buy lovely new personal items and enjoy some social treats.   In the coming weeks, with this increasing Pisces energy, you could spend on property repairs or improvements, put in time to clear up some unfinished financial business and splurge on some practical purchases.
PISCES.   The planet Venus joining all this Aquarius energy here will bring a long overdue get-together, a drawn out or unspoken issue with another will surface offering you the chance to address it and reset this relationship, you’ll also reflect deeply on your relationships and it will bring flashes of insight that help you come to terms with them or find the best way forward.   In the coming weeks, with this increasing emphasis on your Zodiac Sign, you’ll take the reins and move forward determinedly with a major property, career or personal endeavour.

​A warm hello and happy Valentine’s week!
The Moon in passionate, spontaneous, pro-active Aries could give an extra spark to Valentine’s Day this year – we’ll be motivated to do something thoughtful and caring for someone we love, or to give thoughtful motivated efforts to a purpose, commitment or goal that is dear to our heart.
This is a time for caring actions!
Wishing you joy,
Karen

A warm hello.

In the next 7 days:

The New Moon in Aquarius will usher in an unusual or unexpected new beginning, that takes us, or a project we’re working on, down a new pathway.

Mars moving into Aquarius, conjunct Pluto and joining the Sun and Mercury, will also encourage us to spread our wings.

As the Moon cycles through Pisces, joining Saturn and Neptune, it will spark sensitive, emotional or reflective moments and may bring an emotional highlight.

​ARIES.   All this Aquarius energy will bring opportunities to cultivate new friendships and unusual new connections, a work associate or casual acquaintance could become more of a friend, and your circle of contacts will expand!   Also, you’ll throw yourself into something adventurous, fun or do something you’re very keen to do; some vigorous social action is indicated as well.   A situation or exchange that turns back time may trigger some poignant memories.   A surprise romantic overture or turn of events will add a little spice to your Valentine week.
TAURUS.   Here is the strong Aquarius accent: a new job, an exciting project on the job or an ambitious personal endeavour will bring a feast of unusual challenges; you may be a little out of your comfort zone so this is your time to gather your energies, show your versatility and resourcefulness, and shine!   A get-together with someone you’ve shared a lot with in the past will be a tender joy.   Grand plans with your mate will be a shared focus this Valentine week; Singles a relationship that’s growing will be an emotional focus.
GEMINI.   This strong Aquarius energy indicates that life is about to open up: you’ll go further afield, mix in a new social circle, and have fun exploring intriguing different places – a feast of unusual encounters and new experiences awaits you!   Travel plans could fire your enthusiasm.   Exciting plans with a distant friend or relative will grow.   If you’ve been waiting for action with a legal matter or contract, it could be full steam ahead!   It will take emotional commitment to see through a responsibility you take seriously.   Happy times with your partner will give your love-life a lift; Singles, a cheeky flirtation could spark your romantic interest.
CANCER.   With this strong Aquarius energy here, a new financial undertaking could surge ahead, a financial offer could spark new plans, or there’ll be unexpected developments and new possibilities with a complex financial matter.   Keep tabs on where you stand financially and your personal spending, to stay on top.   Reconnecting with a distant loved one will bring insightful exchanges.   It will be tempting to lead the way this Valentine week, with a thoughtful pro-active romantic effort.
LEO.   Here is all the Aquarius energy: an important new relationship could gather momentum, an exciting and unusual project with someone dear will unfold, or a relationship could turn a new corner.   Also, a big commitment with a loved one will require a huge effort; there may be a few wearing or challenging patches to take in your stride too.   A reflective period will explore a lingering emotional issue and answer an important question.   An enlightening discussion with your partner, or Singles someone new you’re attracted to, will guide special plans you’re making together.
VIRGO.   All this Aquarius energy here denotes a new job, new clients, new colleagues or new conditions on the job that require you to adapt your ways.   There’ll be stimulating challenges too – projects or tasks that test your resourcefulness and opportunities for overtime or to boost your earnings.   A health, diet or fitness pursuit will require new personal practices and habits too.   Helping a loved one will require understanding and a few personal sacrifices.   Making or being on the receiving end of a generous gift or gesture will make your Valentine week a little special.
LIBRA.   This strong Aquarius accent indicates you’ll pour a lot of energy into special plans with your children or other loved ones; special outings, activities and get-togethers will also open the way to cultivate relations with people who share a common interest.   Exciting and unusual possibilities will appear with a creative or personal pursuit that’s become a passion.   Keeping a promise may prove a big task but you’ll come from the heart.   A thoughtful overture from your partner, or a new romance unfolding, will give you an emotional lift.
SCORPIO.   With all this Aquarius energy in your home zone, big plans for the future with your home and family will unfold; to plan effectively, you’ll need to see the big picture.   A DIY task or project on the home front will require a super effort.   A get-together a long time coming will be a joy.   Helpful gestures from your mate or Singles someone who cares, will make a kind, supportive statement during Valentine week.  
SAGITTARIUS.   Here’s all the Aquarius energy: an exciting new endeavour will bring a wave of exhilarating challenges, discussions and experiences; it will also be a learning curve, with ‘hands on’ engagement expanding your knowledge or skills.   A fun trip will push the pace - you’ll travel extra kilometres and have some unusual encounters and situations along the way.   In contrast, some cosy times at home or reconnecting with a relative you’d like to see more frequently, will add to your happiness.   Playful romantic times or a fun flirty exchange will add a sparkling zest to Valentine week.
CAPRICORN.   All this Aquarius energy accents your financial zone: new financial ideas and possibilities will unfold, you’ll throw yourself into earning more money or getting an ambitious financial project up and running, you could also make some large, one-off purchases.   Expensive financial plans will tempt you to take a chance.   Contact from a friend or relative you’ve been missing will turn back time; alternatively, a place that holds a lot of memories will touch nostalgic chords.   Planning for the future will add new dimensions to your relationship with your mate, or clarify where a new romance is going.
AQUARIUS.   This massive accent on your Zodiac Sign denotes a personal turning point – you’ll begin to feel energised, ready for a new chapter, and you’ll take action with ideas and plans you’re keen to get off the ground.   You may also take a bold stand on an issue you feel strongly about, throw yourself into a new adventure, or tackle a physical task or fitness goal that pushes you to the max.   A practical purchase or outlay may have a subtle, meaningful undertone.   A caring deed or overture will speak loving volumes this Valentine week.
PISCES.   This powerful Aquarius energy will spark helpful new developments with some old or lingering problems– you’ll be able to take positive steps forward at last!   An ambitious long-term endeavour or goal will require research and strong foundations; exciting prospects will fire your imagination!   A wave of family or domestic tasks will ask a lot of you.   Fulfilling a commitment that you made some time ago to a friend or relative will be emotionally quite meaningful for you.   Both giving and receiving will give a warm emotional lift to your Valentine week.

​A warm hello.
Is there a situation, relationship or issue where you’ve had a mental block and unable to see the best way forward? Well, new developments and possibilities are set to unfold, and these will offer some new options - to capitalise upon these though, you’ll need to be ready to adapt, and motivated to explore new angles.
Wishing you joy,
Karen

A warm hello and welcome to your weekly forecast.

Two of the stand out astrology features in the next 7 days are:

The planet Mercury moving into Aquarius will conjunct Pluto – this could spark intense conversations, where we’re keen to have our say; if we can keep an open mind though, and are willing to look at issues from different points of view, interesting information will surface along with some valuable discoveries and realisations.

The Moon will move through Scorpio, Sagittarius, then travel on to join Venus and Mars in Capricorn, to create a dynamic relationship accent.

​ARIES.   The planet Mercury conjunct Pluto in Aquarius falls here: thought-provoking exchanges with friends or associates will leave you with much to think about – new ideas, different opinions, other ways of doing things and some interesting new information; you’ll be inclined to resist or argue some of these but quiet reflections will help you define what’s worth taking on board.   A relationship that’s close to you could take a new direction, a work connection could grow and Singles, romance could blossom in the workplace.
TAURUS.   Here is the planet Mercury conjunct Pluto in Aquarius: an important meeting or exchange with a colleague will outline a big project or change on the job; heading into unchartered territory will bring a voyage of discovery, if you let discussions flow and see where they lead.   A long-distance relationship will blossom, or there’ll be an interesting, enjoyable encounter with someone from afar.
GEMINI.   With the planet Mercury conjunct Pluto in Aquarius here – there’ll be issues or details you need to work through thoroughly with a legal matter, contract or some official business; also, a knowledgeable contact will have some valuable tips or suggestions with travel plans or a special project that’s a learn-as-you-go experience.   Emotionally and financially, you’ll give generously and go to great lengths to support a loved one or make someone you love happy.
CANCER.   The planet Mercury conjunct Pluto in Aquarius here denotes intense financial discussions – you may need to draw the line with an expensive undertaking, make a big financial decision or work your way through a complex financial issue; it will be important to listen and learn, to understand your options.   Also, you’ll make a super effort for a family commitment, special occasion with a loved one or to help a family member; this will be important for your relationship but may be quite taxing.
LEO.   With the planet Mercury conjunct Pluto here, there may be some intense discussions with someone dear; these will be opportunities to listen, advise and to support them but you’ll need to assess each conversation individually, to know how to respond thoughtfully.   Be careful with too much advice though, it may not go down all that well!   Be prepared for some energetic labours of love for your loved ones too; there’ll be some tasks that call for you to go the extra mile!   A health pursuit or physical task will require a special effort as well.
VIRGO.   The planet Mercury conjunct Pluto in Aquarius here indicates it’s time to research and learn more about an ambitious work endeavour or health goal, or both!   There’ll be ideas and points of view you agree with and some you don’t, but there’ll be much to be gained from evaluating new information and prospects.   Caring gestures to help your children or other loved ones, and sharing special moments or experiences, will be opportunities to nurture these relationships; Singles a charming encounter could spark your romantic interest.
LIBRA.   Here is the planet Mercury conjunct Pluto in Aquarius: you’ll be keen to express your thoughts and feelings about something you feel passionately about but be prepared, some give-and-take may be necessary to build connection with others who share your interest but not necessarily your ideas and goals.   Discussions with your children or other young people will be enlightening but it will take thoughtful efforts to bridge the generation gap.   Welcoming a relative or favourite visitor will be a joy.
SCORPIO.   The planet Mercury conjunct Pluto in Aquarius indicates family discussions will raise issues and plans you’re keen to sort out and clarify, and you may hear some very different points of view; these will help you understand where everyone is coming from and balance some clashing ideas or wishes.   A caring message from another or reconnecting with someone dear too far away will give you an emotional lift; a romantic setting, or Singles a flash of attraction, will spark romantic ideas.
SAGITTARIUS.   With the planet Mercury conjunct Pluto here: throwing yourself into an exciting personal project will bring challenging discussions, a stimulating learning curve and feast of new experiences.   Catching up with someone from afar will bring interesting news.   Love may be expressed in practical ways - through thoughtful gifts and helpful gestures that come from the heart; Singles, it could be full steam ahead with a new romance!
CAPRICORN.   Here is the planet Mercury conjunct Pluto in Aquarius: financial discussions will open the way to clarify a financial arrangement, the cost of a special purchase or expensive undertaking, or to define the best way forward with a new financial venture; there’ll be complex factors and options to consider.   A meaningful occasion or encounter will leave a reflective afterglow; Singles, romance is in the air!
AQUARIUS.   The planet Mercury conjunct Pluto falls in your Zodiac Sign: you’ll drive discussions with others, to raise issues you feel strongly about or plans you’re keen to organise; staying open to new ideas and possibilities will help you take on board information and direction that’s advantageous.   A reunion will turn back time and reawaken old feelings; Singles, an old flame could rekindle!
PISCES.   Here is the Mercury/Pluto conjunction in Aquarius: a conversation that’s long overdue or raises unspoken issues that have been simmering in the background, will be an opportunity to ask questions and to clear the slate, it may also bring revelations!  Exciting plans with a friend will unfold, a friendship will grow or a new friendship will form; Singles, a fun encounter, outing or activity will be laced with romantic vibes.