DAILY FORECAST FOR FEBRUARY 2012

Greetings, Gang!

Mars is now retrograde in Virgo until April 14th. Expect details of the past to surface for clearing, to be blessed for the lesson and released with gratitude. Re-fighting old battles will squander the opportunity.

On February 3rd, Neptune enters Pisces, bringing a renaissance of the spirit. All forms of art will be energized, interest in esoteric disciplines will be stimulated, while a new paradigm of harmony will begin to emerge in the world. At the same time, greater clarity will come to the areas of life influenced by Aquarius (technology, the internet, inventions), which has been hosting Neptune since 1998.

Neptune in Pisces will unleash a power for vast transformation that will bring in the spirit of revolution at a grass-roots level around the globe. Liberation can be scary and confusing, especially as old societal structures crumble into dust. Attitudes about manners and civility, habits of speech and thought, and patterns of behavior will all come under scrutiny. Confusion will be increased as the usual sources of information are seen to be unreliable. If you are a Pisces or Virgo or have either sign on your Ascendant, you will be more strongly affected by this transit. Everyone will feel the mystical urge to Oneness as the uplifting Neptune energy rises like an ocean wave to sweep us into Ascension. For those who lapse into fear and resist the changes, it will feel like an unending tsunami. It will help that so much is to be revealed of the greed and corruption that has caused such despair: 'The truth will set you free'.

On February 7th, Saturn turns retrograde in Libra until late June. During this time people will feel they are working harder for less recognition, and generally feeling neglected and unappreciated, that life is very unfair. Much of this is perception rather than truth, but any extra efforts of praise and approval will go far to smooth the way.

All the times referenced below are for the Pacific Time Zone. If you live in a different time zone, the reports may be a bit less useful for you.

1ST  An easy morning if you don't push too hard; people are moving slowly and comfort comes first. At 11 AM, confusion reigns and emotions get muddled, a lot of talk and little communication. Not a good time for decision-making or any task that requires focus and concentration. Not a good day for surgery. At 3PM chaos and a touch of weirdness stirs the pot and may raise the hairs on the back of your neck. Not a good evening for romance, too much changeableness going on.
2ND  Candlemas and Ground Hog Day. Much easier than yesterday. People are still very talkative but making a lot more sense than yesterday. 2PM will bring in exciting mental stimulus, an excellent time to initiate new projects.
3RD  Early morning will be struggle-some, so get a head-start and bring your patience. Between 9 AM and 10 AM kick back and don't try to push the river, you'll just get wet. At 10:52 AM, Neptune enters Pisces and the world begins to change in subtle but dramatic ways. At Noon there will be frustration with people who want something but cannot articulate it effectively; they still will want you to figure it out and meet their needs. A can of Silly String might be useful. This evening will bring a welcome tranquility.
4TH  A good day to stay home and nurture yourself, especially since your nerves may be a bit raw. At 2 PM your patience will be tested by others' efforts to force issues.
5TH  Like yesterday, soothe yourself and avoid conflicts. You may feel a bit more energy around 3PM.
6TH  You will feel stronger and more sure of yourself today and by 9 AM you will be fizzing with ideas and inspiration. At 11:30 AM emotions may get magnified all out of proportion, with a bit of drizzle on your parade.
7TH  The early morning brings a lot of dream activity; have a journal by your bed so you can write it down. At 1:54 PM the Moon goes full in Leo and there will be the urge to party, but Saturn retrograde may very well dampen spirits or limit possibilities. Around 3 PM an intense discussion could derail your evening plans.
8TH  The morning will not really get going well until 9:30 AM and then the day will be focused on details. Write things down, because near 10 AM things will get confused and emotional. Having facts and figures to hand will help a lot. At 3:45 PM, feelings will be strong again but much more positive.
9TH  A calm sense of confidence today, with sure knowledge and purpose. A great day for solid beginnings and making a good impression. At 6:30 PM, the potential for a pleasant surprise, perhaps a romantic one.
10TH  A calm and balanced day, until 3:30 PM when an unexpected emotional confrontation disrupts things. At 5:30 PM there may be more conflict as people struggle with the difference between what they think and what they feel.
11TH  Clarity and ease, gentle socializing, but no aspects today so don't plan to accomplish much.
12TH  Excellent ideas and communication at 10 AM, then at 1PM emotions will cool and seriousness will prevail. At 2:30 PM it will be possible to reach past the coolness and connect very effectively. At 9 PM emotions will be strong and stubbornness or suspicions could cause problems.
13TH  Some echo of last night's energy will color today, and people will be guarded and withholding. Nevertheless, at 10:45 AM some clear and focused communication will get through the barriers. At 5:40 PM, communication will shift to be less direct and more intuitive, with accompanying complications.
14TH  Valentine's Day will be very busy and the romantic flavor of the day may very well get diluted by some harsh aspects. At 9 AM conflicts begin and by 5:30 PM there will be confusion and missed connections, by 8:30 PM an argument could erupt. It's a day built more for struggle than sweetness, and you may have to delay Valentine plans for tomorrow - why give a lover grief because things don't work out on THE day? Be flexible and accommodating today and you still may be pleasantly surprised around 9 PM by a particularly clever and sweet remembrance that you will cherish always.
15TH  Lighter, gentler energy and a better mood start the day. At 10:30 AM hidden agendas come into play, with manipulation and power struggles bringing old conflicts to the surface for resolution.
16TH  Between 8 AM and 9 AM there will be a lot of talk but little accomplished, the at 9 AM the Moon moves into Capricorn and the day really begins. By 5 PM the energy shifts to a lovely blend for socializing, perfect for dinner with co-workers.
17TH  Early morning emotions are strong, with an urge to make the most of the day. Communication will be easy, and but near 1 PM things shift and speech should become more guarded. Shortly after 5 PM conflicts arise, but if you wait until tempers cool it will all sort itself out.
18TH  You may arise early today, get organized and accomplish much. At 1:30 PM take a break and meditate to fine-tune the day's energy and accomplish even more.
19TH  Early morning energy may feel a bit odd or generate some sort of surprise. At Noon emotions will be strong, try to not let them get out of hand. By 1 PM things will shift again and get all soft-focused and vague - a good time for meditation and indulging your imagination.
20TH  People will be friendly and maybe a bit goofy today, but that's alright - unless you want to get work done: forget about it.
21ST  Get most of your work done in the morning today. At 10:45 AM the Moon snuggles up to its' ruler, Neptune, making things vague and indistinct. Then the New Moon goes new in Pisces at 2:35 PM, bringing in a softer, more spiritual energy and enhancing intuition. Should make for a weirder than usual Mardi Gras!
22ND  Gentle win-win energy today, and then at 4:30 PM the pace quickens and feelings are easily communicated and understood. At 9:30 PM emotions get rough around the edges, so just use patience and wait for it to pass.
23RD  From early morning on, you may feel like your brain has a spark-plug miss-firing. Important thoughts fly through without leaving a trace and you feel scattered. Little will be accomplished today without extra effort, until 6:45 PM when the energy shifts to eagerness and urgency.
24TH  Last night's energy carries over, along with the urge to compete, to be first. At 12:30 PM you may run into a snag as you encounter someone who has the same goals but may be inclined to cheat. Resist using the same tactics, back off until this energy dissipates.
25TH  The same push continues, and much more is accomplished today. At 11 AM comes a special opportunity for cooperation that will move things along more easily.
26TH  Early morning may be difficult, but at 6:30 AM it shifts to support more steady effort. At 8:15 AM communication is enhanced by emotions and subtle clues. By 7:45 PM emotions get very strong, stubborn and over-blown. A hug will help, but only if it isn't given too soon - don't deprive someone of their mad before they're done with it.
27TH  Slow, steady energy until 2 PM when things begin to go easier and faster.
28TH  Smooth, rapid energy until about 11:45 AM when a sort of disconnect occurs in communication, even though its seem okay; it will clear up by 7:30 PM. Tomorrow you will want to review this afternoon's discussions to make sure everyone is on the same page.
29TH  Leap Day. Gently strange, easy communication but it all feels a bit wonky. At 5:20 PM a bit of conflict will give you the opportunity to practice compromise.