NEW MOON REPORT
December 23, 2003
by Maritha Pottenger

Capricorn New Moons are traditionally auspicious for projects involving business, common sense, community contributions, executive duties and many kinds of achievement. The accent is on working effectively with the material world, building on the past, and laying a good foundation for the future.

New Moon, 1 Capricorn 08, Tuesday, December 23, 2003 at 1:44 AM PST.

This New Moon includes a square to Mars, so a little family tension is possible over the holidays. Tempers could be closer to the surface. Taking action is the best way to express Mars aspects-and that action should be sensible, responsible, and oriented toward accomplishment with the Sun and Moon in Capricorn. This New Moon is particularly significant for people born around December 21-26, March 19-25, June 19-26, or September 22-27.

Mercury enters Sagittarius, Tuesday, December 30, 2003 at 11:54 AM PST.

The silver-tongued orator is possible. This can be quite a persuasive placement, and people may go overboard with dreams and schemes. Amusing and entertaining, Mercury in Sag can mark the bon vivant and natural comedian. A sociable bent is probable, along with an interest in the wider world and far horizons.

Uranus enters Pisces, Tuesday, December 30, 2003 at 1:15 AM PST.

Uranus is entering a new sign and will remain in Pisces until 2011. This phase points to possible new discoveries or inventions in the realms of oil, liquids, film, drugs, alcohol, fish, art, mysticism, charity, and all the other realms ruled by Neptune. Technological breakthroughs could occur.

Jupiter turns retrograde, Saturday, January 3, 2004 at 3:58 PM PST.

A new cycle is indicated in regard to beliefs, values, religion, philosophy, travel, foreign countries or anything emphasizing growth, expansion, opportunity, or enlightenment. You may enter a new phase in regard to matters of the house where Sagittarius is on the cusp. This cycle will last until Jupiter goes direct in early May of 2004.

Mercury turns direct, Tuesday, January 6, 2004 at 5:45 AM PST.

With Mercury in direct motion, people are apt to be more active in terms of communication, commerce, and transportation. If you put off signing a contract or committing to an important project during the retrograde period, now is when you will want to move forward with your plans.

Full Moon 16 Cancer 40, Wednesday, January 7, 2004 at 7:41 AM PST.

This Full Moon includes a sextile/trine to Jupiter, so opportunities to expand are likely in the personal and professional realms. The optimistic potential of Jupiter should enhance the balancing act between domestic matters (Cancer) and achievements and aspirations in the outer world (Capricorn). Productivity in both realms is likely. This Full Moon is particularly significant for people born around July 7-11, October 7-13, January 4-10, or April 4-10.

Mercury enters Capricorn, Wednesday, January 14, 2004 at 3:03 AM PST.

With the planet of thinking and communication entering the sober, serious, dedicated sign of Capricorn, the emphasis will be on taking care of business. Social chit-chat takes second place to practical discussions. Communication must serve a useful purpose. Skill with lists and organizing data and information is highlighted.

Venus enters Pisces, Wednesday, January 14, 2004 at 9:17 AM PST.

When the planet of love and pleasure enters the sign of dreams and utopian visions, romance is likely. People may be “in love with love” or fall into savior-victim entanglements or situations where one partner is not seen clearly by the other. Illusions could reign. More positively, this can be a time when artistic creativity hits a new high, and when people focus on feeding what is best (strengthening the ideal) in their love relationships.

Sun enters Aquarius, Tuesday, January 20, 2004 at 9:43 AM PST.

Personal pride and self-esteem are tied to individuality, innovation, and independence. People will want recognition for their unique qualities and will want to stand out from the crowd. Positive feedback could be gained through technological expertise, unconventional thinking, progressive ideas, or anything that is new, different, or unusual. Marching to a different drummer is the motif.

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