September 2004 should be an extremely productive month with a heightened emphasis on Virgoan purity and organizational detail. In addition, note that MERCURY TURNS DIRECT MOTION ON SEPTEMBER 2nd, fiery Mars conjoins the Sun and Mars squares Pluto during most of the month, fueling our intentions with energy and intensity of purpose.  When Mars is vibrationally linked to any planet, we become more psychically attuned to energies of courage, vitality, desire, assertiveness and excitement.  In contrast, a problematic manifestation of Mar's courage and assertiveness can sometimes result in a combative, argumentative and confrontational nature.  With four planets entering diplomatic Libra in late September, we will have many opportunities to temper any discord with Libran grace and charm.  Libra appreciates beauty and strives for negotiation, resolution and peace.  When benevolent and expansive Jupiter enters Libra on September 22nd for approximately one year, all those individuals with Sun in Libra, other personal planets or birthchart angles in Libra, can tap into wonderful opportunities and rewards this year!  LIBRAS, THIS IS YOUR YEAR TO EXPERIENCE ABUNDANCE, TRAVEL, EXPANDED EDUCATION AND INSPIRATION.  Jupiter is the planet associated with generous possibilities inspiring us with new hope and faith.  Virgos have had Jupiter in their industrious area of the zodiac this year, many of whom have experienced tremendous growth in areas of health and healing.

SEP. 1    VENUS SEXTILE JUPITER     Love + expansion = a generous heart....a day offering the ability to tap into beauty, art and pleasure.

SEP. 2    MERCURY STATIONS DIRECT AT 25 LEO (9:10 AM) EDT    All matters concerning commerce, trade and communication start to gain forward momentum once again after a 3 week retrograde period of glitches, revisions, repairs and reviews.  The day of a Mercury station can facilitate some interesting mishaps.  For example, reflect back on election day during the 2000 presidential election.  On election night, just a few hours after the polls closed, Mercury stationed direct at 29 Libra.  Just minutes after this Mercury station, it was publicly announced that Florida was too close to call!  Initially, Gore conceded, however, decided to take it back resulting in a chaotic, communication quagmire!

SEP. 6   VENUS ENTERS LEO for the remainder of the month where the arts, love and romance are dynamically linked to passion and creative play.  Expect a heightened focus on children, recognition, amusement and works of art.

SEP. 9-12   SUN, MARS SQUARE PLUTO   These few days evoke themes of power, assertiveness and persuasion.  Be conscious of clashing wills, heated arguments and useless and destructive power struggles.  Instead, engage in the more evolved expression of this planetary dance with intense focus, determination and increased stamina.  Now is the time to share power, model brave initiative and accomplish a great deal.  Tap into self mastery and channel emotional intensity into productive pursuits.

SEP. 10  MERCURY ENTERS VIRGO UNTIL SEP. 28th   Excellent month to concentrate on details and handle all communication matters with exacting precision and organizational excellence.

SEP 11-12  SUN TRINE PLUTO  These days offer enhanced personal power and self mastery.  Is there something you wish to transform?  Be honest and see how emotional intensity can facilitate powerful growth.

SEP. 13   MERCURY OPPOSE URANUS   Here again, we have a heightened focus on individuality, intuition and experimentation.  Surprise, sudden events and spontaneity are the order of the day.  Initiate new ideas and "challenge the establishment," with the highest ethics of course.

SEP. 14  NEW MOON AT 22 VIRGO AT 10:30 AM (EDT)   The ancient symbolism of Virgo is representative of a Mother Goddess holding a shaft of wheat.  Another Virgoan image is associated with Ceres, where in rituals, women would dress in white, fast for nine days and adorn their heads with crowns of ripe ears of corn.  Hence, Virgos association with earth and fertility.  The symbolic glyph for Virgo can be viewed as coils of an intestinal tract, the physical body part  represented by this zodiac sign.   Where in your own lives would you benefit from a "ritualistic cleansing" with loving intent?  During this New Moon, contemplate the true nature of cleanliness and purification on all levels; physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.  Is your body, home, office or spirit in need of purification?  This New Moon takes cleanliness, exacting precision and usefulness to a new level, with its close conjunction to bold, action oriented Mars!  Now is the time to set your intentions to act with discrimination and impeccability in all your daily affairs.  Virgo is also symbolic of service to others.  Can you think of others who could use your help?  Virgo's compassion and organizational abilities are predominant in healing professions where natural therapies abound, along with a sacred appreciation for all that grows on this planet.

SEP. 15   SUN CONJOINS MARS IN VIRGO   Take advantage of this tremendous burst of celestial energy!  Channel this fiery combination into helpful service to others.  This is a great day to confront challenges, engage in sports or simply initiate new experiences.  If you have been procrastinating cleaning out your closets, today is the day to get the home fires burning.

SEP. 18   VENUS OPPOSE NEPTUNE   A day of relating to the world through the lens of imagination, faith and inspiration.  There is a heightened awareness of inner beauty and creative expression.  Take a walk in nature, buy some flowers or sit in your garden.  Be conscious of the polarity of this pair up, which suggests false personas and lack of boundaries which could possibly instigate a temporary psychic fog or feeling of confusion.

SEP. 21   SUN CONJOIN JUPITER   A wonderfully uplifting aspect linking faith and vision to our collective spirit!  Have a party and celebrate the arrival of the Fall Equinox.  Adventure, teaching, preaching, study and travel are all highlighted today.  Today, engage in life with confidence and conviction.  There is a generosity of spirit around us today.

SEP. 22  FALL EQUINOX (SUN ENTERS 0 LIBRA) AT 12:30 PM and MERCURY SQUARE PLUTO    The equinoxes are seasonal times of balance and harmony when both the days and nights are of equal length.  The Sun's annual cycle is wired to our experience of the seasons.  A conscious engagement with these natural cycles results in greater well-being for all of us on planet Earth.  Tune in and discover what this means for you on an individual basis. 

Later in the day, Mercury-Pluto can manifest as passion for research and learning, or a tendency to think in terms of suspicion and revenge.  Avoid fixed negative opinions which can block effective communication.  Instead, engage in communications which are ethically persuasive and commanding.  In counseling matters, gain trust by listening with conscious intent.

SEP. 24   JUPITER ENTERS 0 LIBRA AND VENUS TRINES PLUTO   A year of growth and expansion for all Librans begins today.  Opportunities to learn, study, travel, write or teach are yours to tap into this year.  Take advantage, as Jupiter will not be in your sign again for another twelve years!  Libra attributes are peace, beauty, harmony, mediation, counsel and fairness.  Jupiter's benevolence will facilitate much growth in these areas.

With Venus trine Pluto, embracing candor and honesty in relationship matters facilitates transformational growth.  Creative pursuits benefit from artistic intensity.

SEP. 26-27   MARS CONJOINS JUPITER AND CHIRON STATIONS DIRECT AT 21 CAPRICORN   We have a dynamic blend of passion fused with principles!  These days offer wonderful opportunities to inspire others, initiate change and engage in causes or new experiences.  Jupiter's healing spirit and integrity linked to Mar's strength can metaphorically move mountains.  The more sinister manifestation of this jubilant pair is a "win at any cost" overinflated, egoistic mentality.  With Chiron, the wounded healer planet turning direct, the opportunity to integrate and move forward is a reality for many Capricorn individuals.

SEP. 28   FULL MOON AT 5 ARIES AT 9:10 AM (EDT)   With four planets in gracious Libra in opposition to an outspoken Aries Moon, we can expect a great deal of intellectual dialogue and conversation about polarities such as love and hate, good and bad and right and wrong.  Arian individuality operates in a forthright and direct manner, whereas the Libran need to please others and gain appreciation can result in a great deal of vacillation between opposing points of view resulting in frustrating indecision.

SEP. 28-29   MERCURY CONJOINS MARS IN LIBRA   A day when mental intensity and assertiveness aids Libran poise in decision making.  Communications are stimulating and evoke debating on opposing issues.  On the other hand, some communications result in inappropriate anger or a lack of patience and forethought/

Namaste,

Carol A. Bellis

"A man who works with his hands is a laborer;  a man who works with his hands and brain is a craftsman, but, a man who works with his hands, and his brain, and heart is an artist."         Louis Nizer

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