ASTRAL REFLECTIONS BY TIM STEPHENS OCTOBER 25 – 31, 2009 All times/dates are PDT. When an ARIES woman loves a LEO, she spurs him to new heights, challenges him simply by believing in his talents; and when an Aries woman believes, there is no middle ground. She believes like a warrior in the field: all out, because doubts would cripple her. When a TAURUS woman loves a VIRGO, she soothes his heated brow as it seethes with details, she wipes his worries away with the zodiac’s most sensual hand. When a GEMINI woman loves a LIBRA man, her talk takes a gentle, buoyant upward curve, she floats lightly on reasonable optimism and little insights that wrap her Libra beauty (for she finds this male beautiful) in a bright ray of never-intense sunshine. When a CANCER woman loves a SCORPIO man, she embraces him in big arms and a big heart, she nurtures him like a baby, cooing little assurances. Her love is unconditional, which is a big relief for most Scorpios, who have, whether justified or not, a great capacity for guilt. (Some Scorpios still feel guilty for things they did when they were four years old.) When the LEO woman loves her SAGITTARIAN, she writes flowery, romantic cards for every occasion. She curls up like a cat, purrs and watches him to make sure he doesn’t wander too far, and if he does she jumps up and follows him. And every once in a while, she sinks her claws into him, to make sure he’s responsive. When VIRGO loves her CAPRICORN man, she speaks with pure, almost dead-pan sincerity; and she serves him, she makes sure the residence is spotless, and she organizes his files and straightens his tie. She fusses around him, because this is her way of showing love, and he would be embarrassed by huge theatrical displays of affection. (Yet Virgo should know, he’s secretly turned on by such displays.) However, the Virgo woman, when excited, can radiate heat like a wood furnace roaring in winter -- that’s enough for him! The LIBRA woman, when she loves an AQUARIAN, listens unwearied to his rapid-fire explanations of how he’s going to reform the world, or invent a cell phone that runs on thought waves. The picture of repose, she drapes a velvet calm over his bristling, electric energy. It refreshes her. She tastes and contemplates love like others suck on a Christmas candy. When a SCORPIO woman loves a PISCES man, she does so fiercely, protects him, smashes her rivals (for his sake, of course) and delights in the dilemmas that this complex, indecisive, lively, ungraspable man gets himself into. Her loyalty becomes his rock of stability, as she intended. When SAGITTARIUS loves her ARIES man, she laughs, creates adventures, challenges him in sports and games, and plays as wildly as he does. She explodes in a temper tantrum, just to let him know she’s his equal in the violent impulse department, and he laughs at the fun of it. This is a wild pair! When they make love, it’s hot and short; they don’t dawdle. Start Nothing: 11:15 a.m. to 12:08 p.m. Sun., 0:22 a.m. to 0:45 a.m. Wed., and 9:56 p.m. Thurs. to 10:56 a.m. Fri. Aries March 21-April 19 A month of mystery, power plays, skulduggery and investigation begins. It can be within or without. The accent lies on shared money/resources – investments, marriage finances, etc. – or bodies – sex, pregnancy, health. A wish could come true in one of these areas early this week – You’ll be hopeful, upbeat, Sunday to Tuesday. Retreat, rest and contemplate Wednesday/Thursday: partnerships, negotiations and socializing work well, but a child, a romantic notion or misplaced generosity can cause a fight. Your energy, effectiveness surge Friday noon/Saturday – start important projects, seek attention! Taurus April 20-May 20 The weeks ahead hold relationship excitement – and relationship tension, if you become a tyrant on the home front. Be gentle. Your patience could be tried Sunday (and mid-week) – the first of a few tests, this one pitting your ambitions against security/home. The solution comes easily Monday/Tuesday: to be gentle, loving. Your ambition could be rewarded handsomely one of these days – a promotion waits in the wings! No matter what occurs Wednesday/Thursday, you’ll feel happy. Flirtations, friendships, entertainment lead to increased hopes, maybe to love. Lie low late week: rest, think, plan. Gemini May21-June 20 A month of work, health concerns and a bit of boredom has begun. Well, dig in and plod away without complaint – your words can be cutting and too effective, shrivelling co-workers, daunting allies. Catch and stop yourself in any rants! On the plus side, you’ll communicate intensely, rapidly, and effectively now to June, 2010 --- or you might be travel/commute with the same increased rapidity. Both these are tied to a hope, perhaps a social wish, or a light, playful romance. Your first “irritation test” – or happy attraction – comes Sunday. Love’s sweet song plays Monday/Tuesday! Cancer June 21-July 22 A month of romance, beauty, charming children, speculative and creative surges has just arrived! You’ll win! But don’t let infatuation or exciting risks interfere with your monetary (or, oddly, sexual) prospects now to next June – especially Sunday and mid-week. Be aware; don’t over-spend – pull back when you see money or “position” is at risk. (That said, you face one of the most opportune money streaks in years, now to June, especially connected to you career. Self-discipline is the key!) Affection, intimacy and “a new life” arise Monday/Tuesday. Wisdom’s easy mid-week. Be ambitious late Friday. Leo July 23-Aug. 22 Your domestic sphere is highlighted for the weeks ahead. You are more determined than usual (now to next June) to understand life, to see the breadth of the world, to charge into travel, a legal affair, a wedding or other cultural rite, to climb the educational ladder, or to seek fame. You will be sexually magnetic, assertive, and willing to express your anger. The last can be good or bad. Now and November, beware anger toward family (e.g., this Sunday and mid-week) – eschew impatience, impulsiveness. Say yes to love Monday/Tuesday, and Friday night! Beware over-heating, sunstroke. Virgo Aug. 23-Sept.22 Communications, travel, paperwork, details, reports, casual friends and curiosity fill the weeks ahead – it’s an easy, light, busy time. Relax – stakes aren’t high. You might feel constrained or held captive by a financial or sexual situation now to next June – realize this same situation is “supporting” you. Still, during these seven months, avoid belligerent people, dark alleys, and financial or sexual “opportunities” where you feel the other person is overbearing, even mildly so. Avoid accidents with machinery (e.g., Sunday night). Work proceeds well Monday/Tuesday. Love calls mid-week – careful! Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22 Chase money for the few weeks ahead, but don’t chase it at the risk of alienating friends; don’t mix money and friends. Do ignore their investment advice. Now to June, a fire will be lit under your hopes about love and marriage. If single, you could really meet the one, especially in the three months ahead. Sunday p.m. through Tuesday heighten this love theme, so do Wednesday and Friday night into the weekend. But Sunday night and Wednesday midnight also show the potential downside: money friction. Haves meet have-nots. Or, worse, you just disagree on spending. It’s a very small downside! Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21 Your energy, pizzazz, effectiveness and charisma soar now through the weeks ahead! Start important projects, seek attention, impress others, “be there” in person. Realize the seven months ahead offer great advancement in career and work areas, but also hold the danger of triggering impatience and criticism from authorities and higher-ups. You could get a wee hint of this Sunday night and near the “witching hour” between Wednesday and Thursday. Otherwise, this is a great week. Domestic, property, security matters flow splendidly Monday/Tuesday. Charming kids, romance and “gambling wins” fill Wednesday! Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21 Your intellectual side will be stirred up mightily now to June. Your wanderlust will intensify. A significant trip, school program, love, publishing venture, lawsuit (avoid these) cultural project or ritual (wedding, confirmation, bat mitzvah) or similar “path to understanding” will enter and grow. These can easily combine –e.g., you meet love on a voyage. Your mental creativity will soar. A Leo or Aries could play a significant role. But this month calls for contemplation and planning. Get “deep rest” – you’ll need it late November onward! A successful trip or paperwork Monday/Tuesday. Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan.19 The weeks ahead can fulfill a wish. At the very least, your social life lifts, flirtations arrive, optimism soars, and life seems fresh and liveable again! That wish could involve money – if so, gratification, or at least a doorway to it, appears Monday/Tuesday. But your money and sexual arena are in for a rare influence now to early June, one of heat and impulse, intensity and possible “burning.” Watch the possibility of STDs, protect your health from overheating, and consider investments three times before committing. Buy property. Life is no longer a game: find friends, keep them close, for 15 years. Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18 Rest Sunday morning; you’re tired. As the day matures, noon on the west coast, afternoon out east, night time in Europe, your energy and effectiveness suddenly return. Now through Wednesday you can start successful, important projects, especially in business and prestige zones. You’re the lucky one of the zodiac! But, if you start Sunday, emphasize diplomacy – others are touchy as startled dogs. That’s a theme now to next June – relationships are going to be super-intense, for good or ill, love or war. You won’t be bored! You might travel, searching for someone to talk to. Pisces Feb.19-March 20 A sweet, mellow mood flows over you for the weeks ahead. Wisdom, understanding, publishing, education, law, foreign travel, cultural involvements and social rituals (weddings, etc.) – these fill your days. You’re in a quiet year, your energies and charisma are subdued, so use this mellow month ahead to contemplate your place in life, how society really does work, etc. Now to June you’ll be working harder than usual, so protect your health, dress, eat and sleep sensibly. All these, rest, health, contemplation, are particularly emphasized Sunday eve to Tuesday. Wee money luck late Friday! www.astralreflections.com. Email: timstephens@shaw.ca. For a reading: 905-327-8996. /30/