June 2 – 8, 2014 THE WEEK IN CHINESE ASTROLOGY

Highlights this week are a 4 Horses on June 4, and Mercury goes retrograde on Saturday!

Mon June 2 is Wood DRAGON (green Dragon) day. Sun trines Mars for energy, bravery, and vigor. Stand up for yourself on this Dragon day! Mars, Uranus, and Pluto in a square so watch out for accidents. But can have liberation from old patterns. Dragon day luck strongest for Dragon, Rat, Snake, and Monkey. Dragon hours 7 – 9 am.

Tues June 3 is a Wood SNAKE day. Moon trines Uranus to tap into Snake wisdom and insight. Fortunate Venus aspects for love and appreciation of art and beauty. Can mend relationship problems. Still squares in the heavens, but squares grows weaker. Snake day luck is strongest for Snake, Ox, Monkey, and Phoenix (Rooster). Snake hours 9 – 11 am.

Wed June 4 is a FIRE HORSE day in Metal Horse month in Wood Horse year! Horse hours 11 am – 1 pm are the time of 4 Horses! Venus sextiles Neptune to feel alive, lusty, and sexy like a Horse. Moon trines Venus, and Sun trine Mars, for romance and sociability. Horse loves a good time. Horse day luck is strongest for Horse, Tiger, Sheep, and Dog.

Thurs June 5 is a Fire SHEEP day and a waxing half Moon (first quarter Moon) so time for balance. Moon makes a fortunate grand trine with Venus and Pluto. Can beautify and improve surroundings. Mars opposite Uranus and square Pluto is softened by Sheep’s natural gentleness. Kindness is key. Sheep day luck is strongest for Sheep, Rabbit, Horse, and Pig. Sheep hours 1 – 3 pm.

Fri June 6 is an Earth MONKEY day. Sun sextiles Uranus for something different, to break your routine, and try new things. Monkey is easily bored so plan a fun weekend. Fortunate Neptune aspects are good for creativity and inspiration. Follow through on your artistic ideas. Monkey day luck is strongest for Monkey, Rat, Dragon, and Snake. Monkey hours 3 – 5 pm.

Sat June 7 is an Earth PHOENIX (Rooster) day. Communication planet Mercury goes retrograde at 4:57 am PDT. Mercury is retrograde for 3 weeks 3 times a year. Energy is wildly fast paced in this double Horse month. It’s a Metal Horse month in Wood Horse year; Metal chops Wood so be cautious and avoid accidents. Yet double Horse month can bring sudden opportunities! The Moon conjuncts Mars, is opposite Uranus, and squares Mercury and Pluto so watch what you say and how you say it.. Phoenix day luck is strongest for Phoenix, Ox, Dragon, and Snake. Phoenix hours 5 – 7 pm.

Sun June 8 is a Metal DOG (white Dog) day. All Dog days are naturally fortunate in this Horse month and Horse year. Many harmonious trines bring good luck: Sun trines Moon and Mars, Mercury trines Neptune, Venus trines Pluto, and Jupiter trines Saturn. People can feel happy, content, and secure. You can be yourself. Communication brings rewards. Dog day luck is strongest for Dog, Rabbit, Tiger, and Horse. Dog hours 7 – 9 pm.

Good luck and have a great week,

Susan

Double Horse New Moon

NEW MOON in GEMINI

Wednesday May 28 at 11:40 am PDT is a new Moon in Gemini. Fresh, clean energy arrives like a warm, summer breeze. Sun and Moon trine Mars in Libra so have new strength and vigor, can stand your ground, and be more assertive. But Sun and Moon square Neptune so if not clear, balance the pros and cons before you take action. Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, and Pluto are still in a big square so no racing off in the wrong direction like a horse wearing blinders.

DOUBLE HORSE MONTH

This new Moon begins double Horse month! It’s a Metal Horse month in this Wood Horse year. Time to get back in the saddle and take control. Bravery is rewarded, not complaints. Excellent time for travel, or tie up loose ends before Mercury goes retrograde on June 7. Mercury retrograde in a Horse year can be rather chaotic.

MERCURY RETROGRADE

Communication planet Mercury is retrograde for three weeks three times a year. From June 7 to July 1, Mercury is retrograde in Gemini, which is helpful because Mercury is the ruling planet of Gemini. Events fly by, and energy is wildly fast paced in this double Horse month. But it’s a Metal Horse month in Wood Horse year; Metal chops Wood so be cautious and avoid accidents. Yet double Horse month can bring sudden opportunities, and is especially favorable for those born in Horse, Tiger, Dog, and Sheep years and for the Air signs Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius.

Happy new Moon,

Susan

May 26 – June 1, 2014 The WEEK in CHINESE ASTROLOGY

The highlights this week are a new Moon on Wednesday at 11:40 am PDT that begins the month of the Metal Horse! It’s a Horse month in a Horse year! And lucky white Tiger Saturday is ideal for entertaining.

Mon May 26 is a passionate Fire PHOENIX (Rooster) day. A Phoenix day is naturally fortunate in this Snake month because Phoenix, Snake, and Ox are the most compatible. Moon sextiles Neptune trines Pluto so more sensitive to people’s needs, imagination is stimulated, and and relationships are enriched. But the squares continue of Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, and Pluto. Not the time for new projects but to carefully complete the old. Wait until after the new Moon on Wednesday that starts Horse month in Horse year for new endeavors. Phoenix day luck is strongest for Phoenix, Ox, Dragon, and Snake. Phoenix hours 5 – 7 pm.

Tues May 27 is a focused Earth DOG (yellow Dog) day. All Dog days are naturally fortunate in this Horse year. Moon is opposite Saturn so relationships can be challenging. Don’t get too serious about finding faults. If feeling held back by grand cross of planets, stay focused on the task at hand. Fortunately Sun trines Mars for vigor and strength. Energy builds to full Moon tomorrow that starts Horse month and brings new fresh energy! Dog day luck is strongest for Dog, Rabbit, Tiger, and Horse. Dog hours 7 – 9 pm.

Wed May 28 is a NEW MOON at 11:40 am PDT that begins Horse month! It’s Metal Horse month in this Wood Horse year. Time to get back in the saddle and go, go, go. Fresh, clean energy arrives like a cool, springtime breeze. Sun and Moon trine Mars so are more assertive, can stand your ground, and have new physical strength and vigor. But Sun and Moon square Mars so if not clear, don’t go racing off in the wrong direction like a horse wearing blinders. Double Horse month is luckiest for Horse, Tiger, Dog, and Sheep.

Thurs May 29 is a Metal RAT day that could be confusing in this Metal Horse month. The grand cross in the heavens is frustrating for planner Rat who does not follow gut instincts like Horse. Fortunately Jupiter trines Saturn to build on what you already have. There’s plenty of time to make big changes so don’t leap today if you feel uncertain. Know you can send me an email at susan@susanlevitt.com or call me at 415.642.8019 to schedule your tarot or astrology reading. Rat day luck strong for Rat, Ox, Dragon, and Monkey. Rat hours 11 pm – 1 am.

Fri May 30 is a strong Metal OX day. The Moon conjuncts Mercury so people are influenced by moods not logic. But follow your feelings. Moon and Mercury trine Neptune so in touch with emotions, can communicate well, and mystical subjects are more interesting to you. The big cross of Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, and Pluto is less problematic. Ox day luck strongest for Ox, Rat, Snake and Phoenix (Rooster). Ox hours 1 – 3 am.

Sat May 31 is a lucky Water TIGER (black Tiger) day. Moon conjuncts Jupiter to live large and enjoy life! Great day for a party. A Tiger day is fortunate in Horse month and Horse year. Moon trines Saturn and Neptune so you are strong, can withstand tests of strength, yet are caring for others. Tiger day luck strongest for Tiger, Dog, Horse, and Pig. Tiger hours 3 – 5 am.

Sun June 1 is a gentle Water RABBIT day for deep feelings and to follow your intuition. Plus there are strong Mercury aspects today so good for communication and diplomacy. Moon conjunct Jupiter continues to enjoy life and not be stressed out about Mars, Jupiter, Uranus and Pluto in a big square. Lighten up and take care of self and others. A day to rest if needed. Rabbit day luck strongest for Rabbit, Sheep, Dog, and Pig. Rabbit hours 5 – 7 am.

Good luck and have a great week,

Susan

May 19 – 25, 2014 The Week in Chinese Astrology

Highlights this week are deep double Snake Thursday, strong double Wood Horse Friday, and feisty Fire Monkey Sunday!

Mon May 19 is a Metal TIGER (white Tiger) day. The Moon trines Sun and Mars for action! Time to get going as Mars is no longer retrograde. Mars goes direct at 6:31 pm PDT. Enjoy a little pick-me up today, and find your inner courage. Energy really accelerates next week on May 28 new Moon that starts Horse month. Venus conjunct Uranus all week for new inspiration and romance. But Pluto squares Mars and Uranus, and is opposite Jupiter, keeping alive the frustrating grand cardinal cross energy. So stay strong. Tiger day luck strongest for Tiger, Dog, Horse, and Pig. Tiger hours 3 am – 5 am.

Tues May 20 is a Metal RABBIT day. Moon sextiles Venus and Uranus for romance, love, and something new and inspiring. Rabbit loves art and beauty so create beauty today. Take time for some pampering. Venus trines Saturn bringing the stability that Rabbit appreciates. OK if feel slowed down by the cardinal cross. Fresh flowers help! Rabbit day luck strongest for Rabbit, Sheep, Dog, and Pig. Rabbit hours 5 – 7 am.

Wed May 21 is a last quarter Moon on a Water DRAGON (black Dragon) day. This waning half Moon conjuncts Neptune to really follow your intuition. Dragon’s lofty instincts are correct. You can fly directly to the right conclusion without having to analyze the data. But Sun squares Neptune so have doubts! Just stay balanced during this half Moon, and not go to extremes. Dragon day luck strongest for Dragon, Rat, Snake, and Monkey. Dragon hours 7 – 9 am.

Thurs May 22 is a DOUBLE SNAKE day: a Water Snake day in this Earth Snake month. Moon sextiles Pluto to release the past. Moon, Jupiter, and Saturn create a grand trine that brings ease, opportunity, and stability. But still lots of squares in the heavens so measure your words and do not lash out. Double Snake day luck is strongest for Snake, Ox, Monkey, and Phoenix (Rooster). Snake hours 9 – 11 am.

Fri May 23 is a DOUBLE Wood HORSE day; a Wood Horse day in this Wood Horse year. Moon sextiles the Sun to feel good, be at peace with yourself, and are free to express. Honesty is key, and you can cover much ground. Still many squares in the heavens so just move right through. Not the weekend to analyze or contemplate. You’ll have all of Sheep year 2015 to complain, but not now. Double Wood Horse day luck is strongest for Horse, Tiger, Sheep, and Dog. Horse hours 11 am – 1 pm.

Sat May 24 is a Wood SHEEP day when people really feel the Moon conjunct Uranus, and seek something different! Time to take a risk and have an adventure this weekend. Sun trines Mars, and Jupiter trines Saturn, adding an extra boost of energy and vitality. Many squares in the heavens, including Moon square Pluto, so keep it light and social. Sheep day luck is strongest for Sheep, Rabbit, Horse, and Pig. Sheep hours 1 – 3 pm.

Sun May 25 is a Fire MONKEY (red Monkey) day. Moon conjuncts Venus for a party and celebration! Enjoy! Mercury sextiles the Moon and Venus for free expression and innovative creativity. Can tie up loose ends, and get a lot accomplished. If feeling held back by squares, use Monkey ingenuity to problem solve. The more far out the solution, the better! Energy starts to wind down to New Moon on Wednesday starts Earth Horse month at 11:40 am PST. Monkey day luck is strongest for Monkey, Rat, Dragon, and Snake. Monkey hours 3 – 5 pm.

Good luck and have a great week,

Susan

FULL MOON IN SCORPIO and GRAND CARDINAL CROSS

FULL MOON IN SCORPIO

Wednesday May 14, 2014 is a full Moon in Scorpio at 12:16 pm PDT. This full Moon marks the midpoint of introspective Earth Snake month. And this full Moon occurs on a Phoenix (Rooster) day that is naturally fortunate in a Snake month; Phoenix, Snake, and Ox are the most compatible.

The Moon conjuncts Saturn so can be very serious, perhaps too serious. But serious is good in a Snake month to really get to the bottom of things, secrets can be revealed, and transformation occurs by shedding the skin of the past. Fortunately the full Moon trines Jupiter in Cancer for well being, warmth in relationships, and generous giving.

GRAND CARDINAL CROSS

During this full Moon, there is a grand cardinal cross. In astrology there are three modes: mutable or changeable, cardinal or active, and fixed or stable. All four elements Fire, Air, Water, and Earth want to do things, but in the way of their own element. So there can be conflict in how people go about doing things.

Venus and Uranus are in cardinal Fire sign Aries, Mars is in cardinal Air sign Libra, Jupiter is in cardinal Water sign Cancer, and Pluto is in cardinal Earth sign Capricorn. People can feel held back or frustrated. But you’ll find out fast what does or does not work for you, especially in relationships.

Enjoy this introspective full Moon cycle by appreciating the love, friendships, and opportunities in your life. Next new Moon on May 28 starts Horse month when energy returns with a gallop. This full Moon in powerful Water sign Scorpio is most influential for Water signs Scorpio, Pisces, and Cancer and those born in Pig, Rabbit, and Sheep years.

Happy full Moon,

Susan

May 12 – 18, 2014 The WEEK in CHINESE ASTROLOGY

Highlights this week are a full Moon on Wednesday that marks the middle of Earth Snake month, a party day on Fire Pig Friday, and a reflective golden Ox Sunday!

Mon May 12 is a sensitive Water SHEEP day. Mercury trines Mars that’s good for mental work, and people are not easily discouraged. Venus conjuncts Uranus for something new, innovative,and creative. But Venus joins the grand cross of Mars, Jupiter, Uranus and Pluto. Plus Sun is opposite Saturn so work within your limitations and accept your situation. Not a day to fight or champion your cause under the influence of peaceful Sheep. Sheep day luck is strongest for Sheep, Rabbit, Horse, and Pig. Sheep hours 1 – 3 pm.

Tues May 13 is a sly Wood MONKEY (green Monkey) day. Moon, Jupiter, and Neptune are in a grand trine that brings ease and flow to life. This grand trine helps to balances the challenges of the grand cross if you seem pulled in different directions or are frustrated by delays. But Mercury sextiles Venus to lighten up, and Mercury trines Mars to handle any problem. Energy builds to full Moon tomorrow. Monkey day luck is strongest for Monkey, Rat, Dragon, and Snake. Monkey hours 3 – 5 pm.

Wed May 14 is lively Wood PHOENIX (Rooster) day, and a full Moon that marks the midpoint of this introspective Earth Snake month. A Phoenix day is naturally fortunate in a Snake month because Phoenix, Snake, and Ox are the most compatible. This full Moon conjuncts Saturn so very serious, perhaps too serious. Fortunately the full Moon trines Jupiter for well being, warmth in relationships, and generous giving. Don’t get too upset if delays from the grand cross of planets. Phoenix day luck is strongest for Phoenix, Ox, Dragon, and Snake. Phoenix hours 5 – 7 pm.

Thurs May 15 is a dedicated Fire DOG (red Dog) day. All Dog days are naturally fortunate in this Horse year. Today there are many fortunate Mercury aspects to speak your mind, and for clear communication. Venus continues to conjunct Uranus for new adventures in relationships. If feeling the heaviness of the grand cross in the heavens, a good day to work out and be active to release pent-up energy. Dog day luck is strongest for Dog, Rabbit, Tiger, and Horse. Dog hours 7 – 9 pm.

Fri May 16 is a lucky Fire PIG day. Moon trines Venus and Uranus so good to be social, hang out with friends, and ideal for a party. Interesting to depart from your normal routine and shake things up a little. The big cross continues of Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, and Pluto. But instead of worrying and stressing out about others, enjoy and take life easy under the influence of sensual Fire Pig. Pig day luck is strongest for Pig, Tiger, Rabbit, and Sheep. Pig hours 9 – 11 pm.

Sat May 17 an Earth RAT day to heal and get organized. Moon squares Mars and conjuncts Pluto so easy to get into a fight and argument over trivial matters. Emotions are intense, and feelings can be overwhelming. Good to write or journal to resolve problems. Or communicate to a sympathetic friend or family member. The grand cross in the heavens is frustrating for everyone so be less judgmental. Rat day luck strong for Rat, Ox, Dragon, and Monkey. Rat hours 11 pm – 1 am.

Sun May 18 is an Earth OX (gold Ox) day to appreciate what you have in life, and to enjoy the beauty of nature. An Earth Ox day is naturally fortunate in this Earth Snake month. Moon conjunct Pluto continues for intense emotions. Plus lots of squares in the heavens that can bring stress. But stay solid as and Ox and be practical. You can work slowly and patiently to build. Moon sextiles Saturn so nice to carve out some quiet time for reflection. Ox day luck strong for Ox, Rat, Snake and Phoenix (Rooster). Ox hours 1 – 3 am.

Good luck and have a great week,

Susan