Astrology

By Mark Lerner for Astrology.com - If you made it through yesterday's cacophony of unusual stellar aspects with quiet assurance and minimum harm done, then give yourself a vigorous pat on the back. Amplifying the gains you may have made and can continue to make today is a Mercury-Venus union in Virgo (8:46AM PDT). The scientist and artist within your psyche are seeking a merger right now. Once this occurs, you can become more efficient and orderly in your approach to life, relationships and your daily work activities. You should also utilize this wonderful alignment to vanquish as many worries and self-doubts as possible. The reason is that Saturn has been visiting Virgo since last September and the accumulation of worries -- often in the subconscious - may now be quite substantial. Anything you can do to clear the decks for dynamic action is not only sensible, but also necessary. Another positive feather in your cap is the Sun-Moon trine in fire signs (9:54AM PDT). While this harmonious blend of the two lights can invigorate your creative expression, business interests and love life, it also starts a void lunar cycle that lasts until 11:39AM PDT when the Moon enters Taurus territory. Drop major decision-making while the Moon is in void mode. However, once the Moon darts into fixed and earthy Taurus, it is a fine time for gardening, cooking, baking and dealing with financial matters. Return to your exercise regime with poise and enjoyment. Make money the old-fashioned way -- earn it. Wishing and hoping do not constitute the province of grounded and pragmatic Taurus Moon. Be prepared for some new celestial shenanigans on Friday and the weekend as Mercury and Venus approach potent contacts with their higher octaves, Uranus and Neptune.