NEW MOON REPORT
November 23, 2003
by Maritha Pottenger

New Moons are generally favorable for starting projects. In Sagittarius, traditional matters such as writing, publishing, travel, philosophy, other cultures, etc., are favored. You might also wish to make a new beginning in matters pertaining to the house in your horoscope in which this New Moon and eclipse will fall.

New Moon & Eclipse, 1 Sagittarius 14, Sunday, November 23, 2003 at 3:00 PM PST.

This New Moon (of initiation and beginnings) is highly emphasized as it includes an eclipse. With an out-of-sign square to Uranus, unpredictablity, change, and sudden upsets could be in the mix. This combination can be well expressed through adventurous pursuits—seeking and searching activities. A quest for the best is likely. New beginnings in regard to travel, higher education, enlightenment, other countries, the legal system, religion, or metaphysics would be quite appropriate. This New Moon is particularly significant for people born around November 21-27, May 19-25, February 18-23, or August 22-27.

Venus enters Capricorn, Wednesday, November 26, 2003 at 5:08 PM PST.

Business ventures are favored, but love relationships may enter a more subdued period. The emphasis is on common sense and practicality. People will be thinking more about what works in their interpersonal interactions. Pleasure is tied to responsibility, ambition, and accomplishment. This combination expects partners and partnerships to be useful, and pays attention to the bottom line.

Mercury enters Capricorn, Tuesday, December 2, 2003 at 1:35 PM PST.

Communication could be a bit more cautious. Thinking before speaking is likely. People will self-censor (for fear of making a mistake). Words are seen as serious business. Writing, research and other activities that produce tangible results from mental labors are accentuated. Discussions are apt to emphasize what works and practical, earthy concerns.

Full Moon, 16 Gemini 20, Monday, December 8, 2003 at 12:38 PM PST.

Mental matters are emphasized in relationships. The dance of give-and-take with other people may go over a myriad of topics. People may trade back and forth between the roles of student and teacher. Physical activity could help to channel some of the restlessness of this combination. Boredom strikes easily, so a wide variety of pursuits is advisable. This Full Moon is particularly significant for people born around December 7-11, June 5-10, September 7-12, or March 6-10.

Saturn quincunx Neptune, Sunday, December 14, 2003 at 4:49 AM PST.

The planets of idealism and realism are at odds with each other. The down side of this combination is procrastination, perfectionism, or cosmic discontent. With effort, people can express these motifs as bringing visions into form—through art, beauty, healing and helping, or other compassionate or imaginative activities.

Mars enters Aries, Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at 5:25 AM PST.

Do what you want to do! This is a “me first” and “my way” combination and the energy is hot, hot, hot. Sexual vibes are likely to increase. Adventurous impulses are highlighted. This is an independent combination; people will want to do their own thing! Impulsivity and irritability could easily be on the rise as well. Physical activity offers a constructive channel.

Mercury turns retrograde, Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at 8:02 AM PST.

Mercury retrograde periods are excellent for revision, review, re-analysis and research. This period will last until January 6, 2004. Double-check paperwork. Confirm appointments and directions. Read all the fine print. Don’t let yourself get tripped up by minor details. An eye toward improvements will serve you well.

Mars enters 0 North Declination, Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at 11:19 AM PST.

A new cycle is possible in regard to assertion, personal will, sexuality, or anger. Initiative and action could also be emphasized in regard to the house in your horoscope with Aries on the cusp. This cycle will continue until September 29, 2004.

Venus enters Aquarius, Saturday, December 20, 2003 at 10:33 PM PST.

An unconventional approach is more likely in terms of love, money, or pleasure. People will be attracted to the “road less traveled.” We may fall for someone who is not our usual “type.” We may be drawn toward open-ended or unusual relationships. Friendship linked to love is favored. An airy understanding is quite possible. People are ready to “break the rules” in one-on-one exchanges.

Sun enters Capricorn, Sunday, December 21, 2003 at 11:05 PM PST.

Ego and self-esteem are tied to accomplishment. People will want the fruits of their labors to be visible and acknowledged within the community. Ambitions could rise. Parental motifs become more central. A “take-charge” attitude is uppermost. Activities that accent leadership and achievement will be most satisfying.

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