ASTRAL REFLECTIONS BY TIM STEPHENS FEBRUARY 25 - MARCH 3, 2007 All times/dates are PST. Notice, in the "Start Nothing" section, that we have more than an entire day - from 10 p.m. Monday to 3:30 a.m. Wednesday - when we shouldn't start anything important. (We shouldn't anyway, because Mercury's retrograde until March 7.) This is an unusually long time - and it's happened the last two or three times that the Moon was in Cancer - which happens to be the Sun sign of the U.S., Iraq, Canada, and many other nations. It's a hint that none of these countries can actually move forward well at present; they seem to be "hovering in place," however much they might speak of new initiatives. It's also a bit of a reminder to these nations, to get their spiritual, emotional and psychic houses in order (to, for instance, examine their national consciences, or re-touch their roots, their national character - to take a re-self-defining pause) before trying to move forward. Wednesday morning features an opposition between Saturn (restrictions, practical realities, conservatism, economic cycles, hierarchies, government structures, all infrastructure) and Neptune (fears, rumors, oceans, dreaminess, spirituality, mysticism, pornography - anything that "filters" or clouds or sharpens our perceptions). This aspect means Saturn and Neptune are at precisely opposite points of the solar system, which astrologically gives rise to the notion: do these two influences "marry" and co-operate, or do they compete, oppose, or go to war? (Each going their own way is not one of the options.) A major choice looms, pervading many areas of life: do we fill our structures with a new faith, spirit, a new "dreaminess," or do we let these two - Saturn's "reality" and Neptune's "mysticism" - fight? Say you're building an oceanfront house, putting in the concrete and framing the walls. That's Saturn. Then you discover the ocean (Neptune) keeps flooding your house at high tide. Do you erect a huge, thick concrete wall to keep the tides out (fighting) or do you include a grotto as part of your house, so the sea can come in, breathe and live with your house (marrying)? Another example: do western governments tighten their structures (Saturn) to keep Muslims (Neptune) out, or do they embrace, welcome, absorb this new, worrisome Neptunian force? Here's a clue: Saturn's strong, concrete, steel, defense. But Neptune's the ocean that rusts all ships; Neptune's the ocean of sand that wears down the pyramids. Our worries/doubts about interest rates and economic growth reach a peak of uncertainty now. (Natural gas prices might change strongly, briefly.) Start Nothing: 5:21 p.m. to 7:48 p.m. Sun., 10:03 p.m. Mon. to 3:29 a.m. Wed., and 11:02 a.m. to 1:32 p.m. Fri. Aries March 21-April 19 Many small indicators assure you about your long-range hopes and plans, now through early April. So keep the faith! You are drawing attention (and if you're married, be on the alert for unseemly situations!). Old friends gather around, too. Yet, despite all this, you're tired, physically, mentally and emotionally. Make sure you take time for power naps, sleep eight hours, eat and dress sensibly. Guard your reputation - or at least think of it. Your contacts with governments and institutions, your spiritual, charitable side, are blessed. Machines need caution Friday/Saturday. Taurus April 20-May 20 Wishes could come true! Your popularity rises, invitations arrive, and optimism buoys your steps! Watch out for a clandestine romantic attraction. (Follow some other mystery - research future job opportunities, for example.) Now through April 5, bosses, parents, VIPs and judges tend to be hasty, temperamental - be diplomatic! Refuse to be drawn into an unsavory position by a higher-up (e.g., don't collude in office politics). Powerful people will study your strengths/shortcomings before they decide to promote you to a management or administrative position. Happiness, friendship Sunday/Monday! Rest mid-week. Flirtations Friday/Saturday. Gemini May 21-June 20 Live up to the expectations of powerful people (parents, bosses, courtroom judges, etc.). Some wishes can come true now into mid-March, especially about (a secret or former) love, a government edict, another culture, a long trip, publishing or a legal ruling. If before March 8, these will probably relate to the past. Despite the work, prestige and parenting demands placed on you, you feel "adventurously mellow" or affectionately social, especially Wednesday to Friday. Remember, start nothing new and important. Welcome money luck Sunday/Monday. Careful, watch your motives Friday/Saturday. Cancer June 21-July 22 A wise, mellow mood brings you a confident understanding of the world, and your place in it. You still have one uncertainty, though - it lies along the money-health-sex axis. Perhaps you're fixated on an unattainable love, or a financial situation you'd like to either abandon or promote. The uncertainty will end in August.07. You're energetic, charismatic and friendly early week - pounce on your goals Monday, but stick to routine Tuesday. Chase money midweek. Don't get too entangled in the affairs of siblings and friends Friday/Saturday - let them help you! Leo July 23-Aug. 22 Secrets, mysteries, lust, desires, financial hunches and urges fill your days. Rest, lie low Sunday night to Tuesday - an excellent time (Monday's best) to research, visit a psychic, astrologer or counselor, seek answers from government agencies or institutions, especially about "past deeds." Your energy and luck rise Wednesday to Friday morning. Visit, ask favors, put your hand to important tasks - but DON'T start significant new projects, nor buy anything important (especially Friday through the weekend). Now to early April, relationships intensify - desire and/or friction precedes possible partnership. Gentleness breeds love! Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22 Opportunities and opposition, attractions and frictions form now - to succeed, join with others, reject independence. Be diplomatic, eager and helpful - however, DON'T start new projects, and don't join new groups, associations or partnerships. Support those you know; mine the past for gems. If you chase someone sexy, marriage won't succeed; but if you primarily want marriage, sex will succeed. (That is, to mid-March.) Work demands are hectic until April - pace your self; follow safety rules exactly. Happiness visits Monday/Tuesday! Rest, contemplate mid-week. Choose exciting meetings over nervous solitudes Saturday. Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22 Work and drudgery surround you - ah, well, this comes once a year, might as well get it done. Stick to routine chores until March 8. An old flame might return. March and April froth you up emotionally with sweet impulses, bring romantic intensity and courage - avoid brand new "prospects" before March 8. Unexpectedly, marriage (or bedroom vows) could drop in your lap this March or April! You could do worse; this person is quite compatible. But romantic notions grow extremely unrealistic late March. Happiness mixes with this uncertainty mid-week. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21 Romance, creativity, life's beauty and pleasures surround you. An old flame might fill your thoughts. Your workplace is affectionate, profitable. Others join you in a task. But friction grows on your home front now to early April (especially if you're married and that old flame fills your thoughts!) (All spouses are psychic.) Channel this friction into productive areas - repairs, landscaping, building, etc. But DON'T start any new projects before March 8. Monday's mellow. Chase career, and impress bosses, parents Wednesday/Thursday. Happiness comes Friday eve, Saturday - but don't form a bond. Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21 You're not sure these days/years what others are really saying. This uncertainty seeps into other areas - higher learning, religion, law, media involvements - and makes you doubtful (or certain and deluded) about issues here - e.g., what you should be studying, who's right or wrong, etc. For the past two years, you've opted for the conservative answer. (When in doubt, be safe.) This "crisis of knowing" climaxes this week (Wednesday) - and will dissolve by August. Until then, contemplate and reach for what YOU want - this way lies freedom and peace! Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19 Money matters, large and small, have puzzled you for the last nineteen months. This quandary reaches a climax now (Wednesday?) as you wonder how stable your income source is, and why your investments seem to be so stuck in the slow lane. The future, briefly: 1) investments made now through August will succeed; 2) money restrictions will end by September; 3) September to December 18 are difficult finance months; 4) your luck soars all 2008, but not specifically in money; 5) in 2009 you'll take giant lucky money steps! Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18 An old flame might re-appear - although it's more likely that you're seeking (or day-dreaming about) him/her. Or, a former creative, child-oriented or vacation dream could be coming true. But DON'T start new ventures in these areas, nor invest, nor make big lifestyle changes. You're talkative, restless, and your sexual magnetism rises through early April. You're ready to make a friend/lover! (But to succeed, wait until after March 4.) Tackle routine work Monday/Tuesday. Exciting yet puzzling meetings come Wednesday/Thursday - these days encapsulate the relationship uncertainties of '05-'07. Be gentle, compassionate. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20 Your energy, charisma, and luck are tops now. But DON'T start new projects or relationships. As long as you deal with the past or ongoing ventures, and remain alert, you'll escape any problems and gain admiration for your efforts! Money flows favor you through April. But now through early April, keep an eye out for money competitors - work with large corporations, the government, or institutions to increase your bank account. Through April 5, avoid dark alleys, aggressive men. Sweet passion visits you Monday/Tuesday! Work mid-week. Avoid Saturday's "partnership offer." www.astralreflections.com Email: timstephens@shaw.ca. For a reading: 604-261-1337. /30/