NEW MOON REPORT
July 28, 2003
by Maritha Pottenger

An opportunity for initiation is doubly emphasized with a New Moon and a fire sign (for fresh beginnings). Matters having to do with advertising, promotion, teaching, coaching, persuasion, or positive attention are favored. Children or creativity may be more important than usual.

New Moon, 5 Leo 46, Monday, July 28, 2003 at 11:54 PM PDT.
Celebrations might be in order. Leo energy is great for parties. Playing host or hostess could appeal. This is a time to let your natural charisma out, to take advantages of opportunities to shine or be in center stage. The chance to start a new cycle is particularly emphasized for people born around July 26-31, October 27-31, January 24-29, or April 24-29.

Mars turns retrograde, Tuesday, July 29, 2003 at 00:38 (AM) PDT.
A more inward focus is possible, particularly since Mars is in watery Pisces. Don’t inhibit yourself too much. Plan carefully in matters involving assertion, initiation, courage, males, metal tools and weapons, or personal health and vitality. This could indicate a new phase (for the house where Aries in on the cusp) which would last until September 27th (when Mars turns direct).

Mercury enters Virgo, Wednesday, July 30, 2003 at 7:06 AM PDT.
With the planet of communication entering the sign of careful, conscientious competence, a high degree of productivity is possible. The desire for tangible results is apt to rise. Talent for analysis, repairs, and research are highlighted. The urge to fix, improve, or make things better is in high focus. Conversations may center more on work or health.

Full Moon 19 Aquarius 05, Monday, August 11, 2003 at 9:49 PM PDT.
This Full Moon highlights several polarities which could require balancing in our lives: head versus heart; being special versus being equal; time and energy for loved ones and children versus friends and social causes; passion versus detachment. If you were born around February 7-12, May 8-13, August 10-15, or November 10-14, your Sun is activated by this Full Moon. Look for ways to sparkle and shine, to be creative, or to enhance your self-esteem.

Venus enters Virgo, Friday, August 22, 2003 at 4:37 AM PDT.
The planet of love and pleasure enters the sign of the skilled craftsperson and hard worker. Pleasure is apt to be tied to productivity. People enjoy their accomplishments, take satisfaction in seeing the fruits of their labors. Communication is apt to center on business, nutrition, health matters, or anything that enhances efficiency or involves practical problem solving and repairs.

Sun enters Virgo, Saturday, August 23, 2003 at 6:09 AM PDT.
People will want praise and recognition for their intellectual skills, organizing abilities, dedication to excellence, ability to spot and fix flaws, grasp of nutrition or holistic health practices, or (that uncommon commodity of) common sense. The limelight is achieved through doing a good job, being conscientious, scrupulous, and exacting.

Jupiter enters Virgo, Wednesday, August 27, 2003 at 2:27 AM PDT.
A high value will be placed on pragmatism and getting the job done well. People with workaholic tendencies will need to be careful to keep them in check. Work could keep expanding to fill the time and space available. A crisis in faith or beliefs could arise. People are seeking inspirational truths that they can apply to the “real world.”

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