ASTRAL REFLECTIONS BY TIM STEPHENS JULY 3 - 9, 2005 All times/dates are PDT. The Sun has entered the sign Cancer (almost 2 weeks ago) but it will not catch Saturn before that planet leaves Cancer and enters Leo. This means that many negotiations and deals will not be completed, especially involving such things as houses, food and shelter industries, children or clothes (all domestic things). We might not realize that "incompletion" is the status quo until late July or August I promised to look at the effect of Saturn's sign change for everyone. So let's do the remaining signs in order: ARIES, in one week Saturn will move from your domestic sector to your pleasure zone, to stay there for two years. A great weight will lift - not all at once, but gradually - from your domestic arena. A child grows up, or a mortgage ends, an unrentable suite rents, you get out of a lease, you move out of home. In some way, a burden ends, and you'll feel lighter for thirty years! This planet of restriction now moves into Leo, your pleasure sign, until September 2007. If you're single, life will tend to offer you romance with those much younger or older than you. You'll become "status conscious" in both romantic and domestic love. Pleasure, vacation, beauty, creativity, speculation, risk, penny stocks, sports - these will tend to slow, and could be areas of loss if you're not conservative, especially October 25, 2005 through November 23, 2006. On the good side, your career will become a pleasure now to late 2007. You'll show your creative side to higher-ups, you could be promoted, and you could step into an "office romance." CANCER, when Saturn leaves your sign July 16, it will release you from two years of overly-serious conservatism, caution and carefulness. You operate well with these qualities, but they've been a bit too much, too long lately - especially in your relations with others. Soon you'll feel lighter, happier - you'll probably start whistling for the first time in years! Actively put some freshness into your life now: buy new music, new drapes, car, whatever. BUT: Saturn's restrictive influence has to go somewhere, and it goes into your earnings sector until September 07. Until then, don't spend wildly: bills will be harder to pay. Conserve your sources of income; be prepared to walk an extra mile for that pay check. Sexual involvement with your mate will probably increase (that's good!). You might also experience more financial involvements with others. Start Nothing: 9:35 a.m. Mon. to 0:07 a.m. Tues., 9:54 a.m. to 12:11 p.m. Thurs., and after 9:49 a.m. Sat. DOW: Closed Mon., D-Tues., U-Wed., U-Thurs., U-Fri. Week: U? Aries March 21-April 19 Emphasis on home, security, retirement, nature, garden, stomach, children, your roots and soul. Soon, big burdens will lift from this area, for decades. A sweet thread of romance or pleasure lightens your days, especially Thursday-Saturday! You're assertive, too - ready to take on the world. Do this creatively or in other good veins (humanitarian efforts, clean ambitions, etc.). Midweek, decide who stays, who goes, then state your case. You tend to be right now. But enthusiasm mixed with reason will get you further than slamming doors. If a partnership's bad, leave. Taurus April 20-May 20 See through a confusion of details to a money goal Sunday/Monday. Your intuition's high, and you could find just the right choice, purchase or comment to boost your career prospects. But you face a deep monetary transformation this year and the next few - be aware of this Monday. Mid-week brings new conditions, new ventures in travel, communications, paperwork and office systems. Lots of projects will hit confusion and delay in a couple of weeks, so start only what you can finish quickly. Settle into home, sweet quietude, nature Thursday-Saturday. Gemini May 21-June 20 Your charm and energy are high Sunday/Monday. Chase love, publishing/media success, learning, education, culture, and new friends. You'll find them, especially Sunday! Mid-week, you have one or two good ideas for earning or buying projects, but don't start anything you can't finish within a week. Slow-downs are coming. Get a jump on communications, travel, paperwork, reports, writing, connections, mail and networking from Thursday noon to Saturday morning - you're quick, effective! (And these areas will slow most late July.) Wishes, especially for more popularity, are coming true these weeks! Cancer June 21-July 22 Your energy, effectiveness, magnetism and timing are superb now! But slow down Sunday/Monday, enough to scope out a general plan, to contemplate what you want to achieve. Sunday night's great for charitable, spiritual and psychic involvements. Strut your stuff Tuesday-Thursday, when your energy hits a peak. Ask favors, seek attention, speak up to one you admire, start important projects (but not ones that will demand action/response from July 20 to mid August). Chase money late Thursday to Saturday - luck's high! Higher-ups are temperamental all week, so be ambitious - diplomatically. Leo July 23-Aug. 22 Get lots of rest, eat sensibly, protect your health and reputation, especially Tuesday to noon Thursday. Deal with government agencies, charities, head offices, red tape and institutions - but refuse to be buried in paperwork. Plan, contemplate. Despite your weariness, some kind of charm still radiates from you. But decline a social invitation mid-week. Accept one Sunday/Monday and Thursday p.m. to Saturday. You mental acuity and your philosophical outlook are strong all July. This can only help love, if you have an affair running. (Long-term lovers will discuss marriage this month.) Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22 You're ambitious Sunday/Monday - charge forward Sunday, but step back between 9 am and noon (PT) or you could make an enemy, or alienate your mate. Your wishes could come true Tuesday to Thursday, especially in relationship, public dealings, negotiation, relocation and partnering areas Tuesday. But don't chase lust or big finances. Retreat, rest and plan Thursday p.m. to Saturday. These few days could start a government-related or spiritual, institutional or similar project. Make sure you can finish it promptly, as these areas will hit delays by July 22. Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22 Chase your ambitions. You might start a new career, business or prestige venture this week (probably Tuesday-Thursday) but make sure it's something you can either 1) finish quickly, or b) not have to handle between July 22 and August 15. Conditions are about to change significantly in your whole career sector. The restrictions, slowness and extra burdens of the last two years are going to lift this July through the months ahead. In other words, think bigger, think fresh and hopeful! Hopes, friends, flirtations and wish fulfillment arise Thursday-Saturday! Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21 Odd combination of hectic work pace with a pondering, mellow state of mind. You'll dream of love this month, and some Scorpios will wed, or decide! Remain idealistic - it makes you powerful. Your career scene is fruitful and rewarding, especially Thursday-Saturday: you can reap a bonanza if you socialize at work, network or butter up the boss! However, make sure you don't create something that will get you all wound up in complications during late July through mid-August, when your career and business zones hit delays. Sunday's sexy, reveals secrets! Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21 July brings romance, sexy temptations, mysteries, dreams, and deep urges to investigate, to change your life, invest or get into debt, especially Tuesday-Thursday. But it also grants you a dawning wisdom and wide view (Thursday-Saturday) that can keep you safe from the "wrong side" of those deep urges. A restrictive "wet blanket" is lifting from sex, finances, secrets, research and lifestyle changes in mid-July, freeing you for the next 3 decades. A valid opening appears Sunday - could be a relationship or relocation opportunity. Love, Friday/Saturday? (Or far travel, culture.) Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19 Accent on relationships, relocation, contracts, negotiations, dealings with the public, opportunities. Lucky new involvements could begin in these Tuesday through Saturday morning. But be cautious Wednesday morning, and, all week, focus on what you can finish quickly. Start wrapping things up, get deals confirmed, as all will slow, minds will change, July 22 to August 15. This is particularly important in investments, big finances, editing projects - do it now (best Thursday afternoon to Saturday morning) or leave it until mid-August onward. Work demands doing Sunday/Monday. Home is lively all July. Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18 Tackle work, health exigencies, dependents' needs, and tool-machine requirements all week, especially Tuesday to Thursday. If you have to buy tools, computer, etc., do it after noon Sunday, before 9:30 am Saturday (July 9) or July 15, before suppertime. Don't buy anything - even clothes - after July 18, through August 15. Romance, pleasure, and a winning streak visit you Sunday/Monday! (Sunday's best.) Work mid-week. Relationships, possible exciting meeting, contractual dealings, relocation themes arrive Thursday noon to Saturday. You could meet someone sweet, talkative - it will fade, then return late August. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20 Romance, creativity, pleasure, beauty, charming children could lead to a new project, even a new love affair, mid-week! Hard to tell where these will lead - indecision floats in July 22 through August 15. It could bring a change of minds. Just enjoy the moment, and let the future come. Work succeeds splendidly Thursday afternoon to Saturday, but focus on finishing rather than starting. Money flows quickly to you all July - bank it, don't spend! With the right touch, you could begin two years of increased income this month! For Tim's Daily Horoscope, text ADD+space+YOUR SIGN to 131313. E.g., "ADD LIBRA" to 131313. Cost: $0.50 per day. Canada only. www.astralreflections.com.