SATURN CONTINUES ITS RETROGRADE PHASE IN CANCER...We are becoming internally aware of the bigger picture in areas of personal security needs and emotional safety.  Many individuals are subconsciously making adjustments in all types of relationships with transiting Chiron (wounded healer) opposing taskmaster Saturn all month long.  Old family issues or long buried grievances may resurface.  Spiritually, this astrological pair symbolizes coming to terms with old memories regarding authority figures and power struggles.  In addition, ones relationship with ones own internalized authority figure is illuminated through the psychological dynamic of projection (opposition aspect) in matters of the heart. 

VENUS, PLANET SYMBOLIZING LOVE, VALUES, AND AESTHETICS, MAKES SEVERAL IMPORTANT ASPECTS THIS MONTH.  During the first few weeks of December, VENUS CONJOINS MARS IN PASSIONATE SCORPIO, suggesting intense, Scorpionic themes in areas of relationships and finances!  Venus in Scorpio deeply values soulful, transforming interchanges with others.  Superficiality in relationship matters is a death sentence for this passionate duo.  Take advantage of this powerful Venus-Mars vibration by intentionally reaching out and asking for more closeness with partners or loved ones.

DEC 1 - 3      VENUS SQUARE NEPTUNE   Artistic, musical, imaginative and creative activities are highly favored at this time.  Neptune's veil of sensitivity and intrigue can sometimes leave us vulnerable to evasiveness, flights of fancy or actual deception.  Dreamy seclusion is yearned for, yet too much enchantment can turn into a a brooding and introverted anxiety if not channeled into an appropriate direction. 

DEC 5   VENUS CONJOINS MARS AT 15 DEGREES OF SCORPIO   Social affairs are passionately stirred up!  We are either ready to generate sparks or on the contrary, provoke a passionate fight. 

DEC 7 - 9   RETROGRADE MERCURY CONJOINS PLUTO IN SAGITTARIUS   Mental analyses are intense, deeply penetrating and/or secretive!  This combo can facilitate obsessive thoughts.  These are outstanding days for insightful writing, research, study or reviewing and discussing Mercurial matters. 

DEC 10   MERCURY CONJOIN THE SUN IN SAGITTARIUS   The symbolic seeding of a new Mercury cycle occurs at the inferior conjunction of a retrograde Mercury with the Sun.  Although this is a good time to make plans and strategize about the future, try to resist making major decisions until Mercury is direct, as there is still much inner processing occurring beneath a conscious threshold.  A day when thinkingk, talking and clarifying Sagittarian pursuits abounds...the great outdoors, travel, legalities, philosophies, religion, ethics and sports.

DEC 11 - 12   NEW MOON AT 20 DEGREES OF SAGITTARIUS AT 8:30 PM (EST0 CONJOINS BOTH MERCURY AND PLUTO   This New Moon is symbolic of new beginnings in the above mentioned Sagittarian affairs.  Its close proximity to a retrograde Mercury and cathartic Pluto strongly indicates the powerful potential to reevaluate changing priorities and philosophical perspectives.  What needs to be released so that something new can be born?  What is gestating in the recesses of your minds?  Where can you intentionally affirm a new start based on changing perceptions?

DEC 13   SUN CONJOINS PLUTO AND VENUS TRINES SATURN   Intensified willpower may be applied confidently!  A wonderful day to strive for self improvement and transform old issues or problems.  An enhanced sense of commitment and stability regarding relationship matters or finances is possible today.

DEC 18 - 19   VENUS SQUARES URANUS   Take note of potential rebellion, surprise or instability in areas of romance or finance.  However, social matters can prove to be very interesting and stimulating with a Uranian vibration of emotional independence and eccentricity. 

DEC 21   SUN ENTERS 0 DEGREES OF CAPRICORN DURING WINTER SOLSTICE AT 7:42 AM (EST)   Slowly but surely, the Sun Queen shall bring back the light!

DEC 25  HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU!  EARLY AM FINDS A GEMINI MOON IN OPPOSITION TO PLUTO  AND MARS ENTERS EXPANSIVE SAGITTARIUS   Emotional intensity and deep feelings may be evoked in family reunions.  An airy Gemini Moon lightens up Pluto's intensity with intellectually stimulating conversations, and Mars in Sagittarius enthusiasm lends itself to generosity and optimism. 

DEC 26  NORTH NODE LEAVES TAURUS AND ENTERS ARIES FOR THE NEXT 18 MONTHS   The North Node is symbolic of destiny and  Aries archetypes are the amazon, the trail blazer and the hero.  If the North Node aspects planets in your birthcharts, exciting and bold new contacts are possible.

DEC 26  FULL MOON AT 5 CANCER AT 10:07 AM (EST)   A Full Moon in Cancer evokes deep feelings, a nurturing instinct and healing.  Emotional circuits can be overloaded as a heightened Cancer vibration wants to protect its vulnerability within its shell of security and shyness.  Mythologically, Cancer can be likened to a simmering cauldron filled with ancient and vast oceanic memories and intuitive perceptions hidden and defended or, a wellspring of love and nourishment others can draw from.  Four planets in fiery Sagittarius during this New Moon puts the celestial spotlight on our beliefs and opinions.  Ultimately, this is a great combination of nurturing linked with inspiration.

DEC 30 - 31  MARS SQUARE URANUS   BE CAREFUL TODAY!  This aspect engenders revolution and impulsive tendencies.  Temper tension and nervous strain by breaking up your routines in constructive ways. 

Namaste,

Carol A. Bellis