• Aries | Taurus | Gemini | Cancer | Leo | Virgo | Libra
Scorpio | Sagitarius | Capricorn | Aquarius | Pisces
We start and finish the month with full Moon energy. The blue Moon on August 31 carries its effects into early September. The Moon is bright. The combination of being full and in Pisces is bound to bring up some strong emotional energy. People tend to talk about their problems, fears, hopes and dreams under the Pisces Moon. We open up and let it all out.
It may be wise to keep careful watch over alcohol and drug consumption, as things can get crazy in a heartbeat with this dynamic energy unfolding. The end of the Month has similar vibes as we experience the harvest Moon on September 29. This full Moon is loaded and potently mixed with some strong planetary aspects throughout the day and it won’t take much to spark all kinds of action/reaction scenarios. The whole point of the drill is within the understanding that fore-knowledge of planetary situations can help us objectify energy and work with it, rather than against it. On a day such as September 29, it would be very wise to behave with restraint and caution. Not fearfully so, but in the sense that we can work towards positive resolution rather than adding more indebtedness karma-wise.
Although we’re having fun lying on the beach or hovering over the barbie, our minds are elsewhere – we’re thinking about school, the kids, work, career and myriad other things we know we must get to, tend to, soon. The summer is coming to an end and we can feel it. The fall equinox takes place on September 22. The instinct, Virgo instinct that is, is to organize and prepare for the coming colder seasons, thusly we have the harvest along with the impetus to order up, clean up, prepare and repair before winter sets in. Organize and systemize is the Virgo vibe. It’s back to the books; well, at least it used to be books. Now it’s some tiny, handheld device created by the Virgo nerds themselves, no doubt. He he, just kidding, sort of. Virgo is all about the details of any particular thing. They say that Virgo cannot see the forest for the trees, but Virgo will probably know everything about that tree and its environment and its needs and requirements to keep it healthy. What would we do without our Virgos to guide us along the proper path, err, correct path, right path? Anyway, dear Virgo often has the right answers. Virgo gone wrong is another story. Let’s save that one for another day and roll up our sleeves and get at it.
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ARIES (March 21 – April 19)
Lead the way! How, you ask? Stay true to yourself, honest and original. Aries types make excellent leaders because they are able to cut through the red tape and get directly to the point. Remain open and alert, as this is a time of great revelations and internal revolutions. Fate and destiny guide the way. |
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TAURUS (April 20 – May 21)
You will have to play nice as Mars spends the month in your opposite sign Scorpio. Contention, tension, competition, attraction and aggression are just a few keywords that describe the September vibes. All kinds of mini battles and disputes may arise. Home, family and real estate activities are featured. Excitement and good times go into the mix. |
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GEMINI (May 22 – June 20)
Home, family and career activities dominate the calendar. Expansive Jupiter is practically standing still in the middle of Gemini throughout September and October bringing Jupiter’s blessings of abundance and good fortune. You can enjoy the good times, but you would be wise to go for the gusto and attain your goals and dreams. |
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CANCER (June 21 – July 22)
You will have some important decisions to make as September kicks into gear. Financial, professional and personal hurdles must be overcome. Once that is settled, whatever it is, you will be able to concentrate on making the best use of your time and energy. Opportunities for advancement are in place. Stay keen and alert. |
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LEO (July 23 – August 22)
Venus pays a visit for most of the month bringing her special energy on board. Resources may get a boost and so too will your personal magnetism. Mars squares off with Venus indicating all kinds of intense attractions and reactions. If you love the spotlight, which most Leos do, then this is your time to shine. |
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VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)
You’re in your solar high of the year, plus you start the month off with a bright full Moon bringing all kinds of revelations and realizations into your awareness. The Virgo new Moon on September 15 hints at a new start and a new leaf turned over. Opportunity awaits thee. Move forward with confidence. |
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LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)
The Sun enters Libra on September 22, bringing you into your solar high of the year. You may be adjusting to the change of circumstances in your life that has taken place over the last 30 months. The full Moon on September 29 brings important revelations your way and a few surprises to boot. |
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SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)
Mars moves through Scorpio throughout the month bringing courage and stamina. Mars also stirs things up and heated battles may come into play. Think long-term as Saturn visits Scorpio for the next two years and it may be wise to learn to live with less, especially less stress. Now is truly the time to make some changes. |
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SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)
Jupiter casts his blessings in the form of opportunities for advancement and spiritual growth. Travel, education, publishing and gambling are featured. Politics and law are topics that may flourish while this transit is going on. September offers hurdles and some tension that must be overcome. Career and family are feature topics throughout the month. |
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CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)
Travel, law, along with writing, publishing and education are featured. You may long for a deep drink of spirituality to slake your thirst for something higher, something transcendent. No matter what you acquire, you’ll only want more. It never ends and we are never satisfied. What to do? Let go and let God run the show. |
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AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 19)
Jupiter and Saturn cast their blessings, Uranus and Venus too. Jupiter brings good luck and good fortune. Saturn brings harmony, balance, rhythm, wisdom and sobriety. Uranus brings a form of originality and creative fluidity. Venus brings love and affection, resources and a whole lot of creativity. All we need now – is you! |
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PISCES (February 20 – March 20)
The full Moon on August 31 takes place in Pisces. It will bring an understanding of how things are and how things will be. Pay attention to your dreams, as the symbolism in them may offer significant clues to your daily concerns. You may have to work a bit harder to accomplish your goals in September. |
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Mac McLaughlin has been a practising, professional astrologer for more than four decades. His popular Straight Stars column ran in Vancouver’s largest weekly newspaper for 11 years.
Email mac@macsstars.com or call 604-731-1109.
