Sorry this comes so late. I have been short on time this week.

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Here’s the December forecast from my 2007 calendar. I’ll add to it when I have time.

Mars is retrograde until the end of January. Now is the time to work out the details and actions of something that will begin after the retrograde period ends. Mars represents strength— and this is time to patiently gather your strength and reinforce your position, not to burn up your reserves.

Jupiter conjunct Pluto, December 1-11. Jupiter means “lots of,� and Pluto symbolizes power, secrets, intense connections, and healing. As we wind down the old year and prepare for 2008, the energy of this transit assists you in clearing objects, situations and relationships which hold you back from growing and learning. Forgiveness is key with Pluto—forgive and let go of stale or yucky energy to make room for healthy new connections that make you feel alive.

Jupiter enters Capricorn for the first time since early 1997, having been in exuberant Sagittarius since late last year. Jupiter in Sag was a period of idealistic, enthusiastic growth having to do with our philosophy and world view. Capricorn dares us to put our money where our mouth is in the coming year, to come up with real-world applications to put our theories and opinions to the test.

Best Days

December 7-8, Mars sextile Saturn. Patience and discipline help you achieve your goals.

December 11-12, Venus trine Mars, sextile Saturn. Strengthen and stabilize relationships by helping others or asking for help.

December 19-20, Mercury conjunct Jupiter and Pluto. Communicate powerful ideas with humor.

Hot-Spots

December 22-24, Mercury and Sun oppose retrograde Mars. Tempers flare, buried anger may erupt. People are more argumentative than usual.

New Moon December 9 at 17 Sagittarius
Full Moon December 23 at 01 Cancer

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