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Assuming we’re all gonna make it through the year, I’ve gone ahead and written a 2012 Solar forecast for each sign. You know the drill – if you know your ascendant, you may read that too. As you know, Solar, or “Sun sign” Astrology is only a glimpse of what’s happening in your life and where your focus is. True astrological insight is gained by studying your entire chart - and the transits and progressions you’re experiencing. That said, here we go:

Aries - Those of you born in the first decanate of Aries ( 0 to 10 degrees, approx March 20th – 30th) are feeling the liberating effects of the Uranus transit. Either your life is a true expression of who who you are, or it will be very soon. I can’t imagine what it would be like to work in a cubicle all day under this kind of transit. Saturn is still working it’s way through your relationship sector, which makes 2012 (through Sept.) the moment of truth in your love life. I’ve seen Aries friends and clients get married and I’ve seen them break up over the last couple years. At the very least, it’s a defining moment. The first half of 2012 should be a period of continued prosperity for you with Jupiter moving though your second house of money and assets. It can also be a time of extravagance, so just remember – it may not always be this good. Your love life improves between Feb. 8th and March 4th and reaches a possible turning point in early November. You have the opportunity to gain ground both career-wise and financially in 2012. For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

Taurus - March 12th and 13th, 2012. Mark those days in your calendar (or on the overpriced electronic device of your choosing). I really don’t like to use the word “luck” (unless I’m referring to the Stanford QB) however things could really come together for you during that second week of March 2012 – especially those Taurus folks born around the end of April.  Once you’ve weathered the Venus retrograde period (May 15th – June 27th) 2012 looks to be a banner your for your bank account. May and June could also be a good period to ponder just why you’re hanging on to that collection of vintage blow dryers. I mean really, learn to get rid of stuff. Reduce, recycle and…what was the other one? Learn how to share in 2012 and the world will be better off. For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

Gemini - Just get through the first half of 2012 and you’ll be rewarded in the second half. Of course it’s never that simple. The first half of 2012 does present some challenges for those of us who do “electional” astrology. You see, Mars will be retrograde in Virgo from Jan. 24th to April 14th followed by Venus retrograde in your Sun sign from May 15th to June 27th. Picking a wedding date? Want to start a business? Wait until July. Oh no…Mercury is retrograde from July 14th through Aug. 8th. You see how this works – sometimes it involves the process of elimination. All in all, Gemini has tremendous potential for opportunities in 2012, it just may feel like the wheels are stuck in mud for a few months. Trust me – things kick into full gear after mid June, when Jupiter enters your sign and comes within a few degrees of Venus as it moves direct. Saturn will go direct in your solar 5th house in late June and Mars leaves the shadow of it’s retrograde at the same time (I know, never TMI for Gemini). So, bottom line – in 2012 you may move, straighten out some ongoing issues with your children and figure out what you really want in a relationship. For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

Cancer - What can I say that I haven’t said already in the last two years? I know you’re tired of hearing about the Pluto opposition, and the Saturn and Uranus squares. Most Cancers I know have experienced some changes in their careers, relationships have been a pain in the ass, issues and challenges in relationships, and instability on the home front – depending on whether they’re born in early, middle or late Cancer. Here’s the thing – Cancer is a cardinal sign. Cancer never gets enough credit for taking care of business. Contrary to popular opinion, Cancer does leave the house on occasion, in fact you can be great entrepreneurs. And since security is so important you, you usually have some sort of nest egg to get you though hard times. So where are the blessings to be found in 2012? Your friends for starters, they helped you through most of 2011 and that continues. This might sound like a boring prediction, but you’re likely to become more spiritual in 2012 and possibly even find a guru of sorts. This is no consolation prize. You also have a lot to offer others less fortunate in 2012 (No Lindsay, I don’t mean community service). Focus on staying healthy as the North Node continues to make it’s way through your 6th house in 2012. For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

Leo - It’s good to be king. The problem is, you never know who your friends are. In 2012, you’ll find out. By the end of the summer, you may be hangin’ with a different crowd. Watch how you handle your finances through mid-April, with Mars being retro in your house of money. In fact, I’d probably hold off on major purchases until the end of June. Hard to do, I know. The fist half of the year could bring a boost to your career, with the period around March 12th looking pretty auspicious. For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

Virgo - Early 2012 will bring about changes in the way you go about business. Take it slowly and don’t expect all your ducks to be in a row yet. You may feel as if you’re never paid what you’re worth (you cog in the wheel you), but you’ve learned a lot about personal finance in the last couple years and you’ll be better off for this. By the end of the summer your career could take an exciting turn for the better (after mid to late June). If you really want to make the most of 2012, consider taking classes this spring – it will enhance your marketability before the summer when that great career transit kicks in. For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

Libra - It’s been a long, challenging couple years for most Librans I know – and there are many. Saturn transits can be that way. And did I mention Pluto squaring your sign and Uranus opposing? Those born in the fist decanate of Libra may feel uprooted and home could feel a lot different. If you’re involved with someone, you’d be wise to give them a lot of space. Clingy-ness isn’t going to work. In the words of Elvis Costello – Your dreamboat turned out to be a footnote? Move on – there’s someone better on the horizon – could be a romance with someone from another country by the end of June. For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

Scorpio - You’re at the end of a cycle this year (until October, at least). Life may feel like it’s been a series of false starts. Don’t despair. You have (or will have) the kind of  relationship support you never thought possible. For Scorpios who have been misbehaving: the proverbial chickens haven’t come home to roost yet – but they’re on their way (still pecking around on Libra’s farm). For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

Sagittarius - Your creativity is going through the roof in 2012. Or, if other factors indicate, you may even procreate. The first half of 2012 may pose some challenges in your career direction – you may feel that things just aren’t moving along quickly enough. Patience is key, it’s just Mars going retrograde in your solar 10th house until mid-April. After that, it’s Venus’ turn to change direction on you. Be very careful committing to new relationships in May and June. Existing ties may be reevaluated – and that’s fine – it’s just the new ones (formed in May and June) that I’d be skeptical of. A new relationship or partnership may begin or blossom after mid to late June. This could be THE ONE – a truly significant other. And, oh by the way, Neptune leaves your Solar 3rd house in February – “losing” email is no longer an excuse. Promising more than you can deliver just leaves everyone disappointed (ask Rex Ryan, a Sag). For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

Capricorn - Capricorn LeBron James leaves his native Ohio to take his talents to South Beach. Angry fans in Cleveland burn his jersey. Another Cap, Tiger Woods bounces his SUV off a tree and his seedy private life is revealed to the world. Pluto transits are never a walk in the park (or a day at the beach if you prefer). It doesn’t have to be that way though. Having undergone a serious Plutonian transformation in the last few years, I can tell you this: You will find a reservoir of regenerative power you never knew you had. Early Caps already know this. If you’re born after December 28th or so, you’ll soon find out. For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

Aquarius - Neptune has begun it’s long transit through your Solar second house. Watch that checkbook. Money can seem like it’s going through your hands like water. There may be some confusion in all matters relating to your possessions, your accounts, and your stuff in general. For those of you in relationships – keep separate bank accounts. Have you moved recently? Whether or not you stay put, it looks like there’s an upgrade of your living arrangement. For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

Pisces - I knew a woman with Pisces rising who bumped into a mirror and said “excuse me”.  When Neptune is in your Solar 1st house you may not recognize yourself. But seriously, you have not only Neptune, but Chiron in your sign this year. Take care of yourself now. You may feel as if you’re more susceptible to colds and that glass of Chablis is having more of an effect than it used to. On the other hand it’s an appropriate time to develop your psychic abilities and healing power. Relationships may sputter though mid April. Avoid hasty commitments in the first half of 2012. For more information and to arrange for a consultation, click on the banner:

The partial Solar Eclipse on July 1, 2011 is @ 9º12″ Cancer and is the start of “Saros Series 13 New South”*. It forms a cardinal cross by opposing Pluto, squaring Saturn, and squaring Uranus. Sound familiar? Yep. The folks feeling this the most will be those born during the following periods (dates are approximate):

Aries – born March 28 – April 2nd

Cancer – born June 28 – July 3rd

Libra - born Sept. 30th – Oct. 4th

Capricorn – born Dec. 28th – Jan. 2nd

Another Astrologer once said that eclipses are like turning the lights “on and off” in our chart (I wish I could remember her name, I always liked that). So here’s where this eclipse turns the lights on in your chart.

• Aries – Home, family, Mom or Dad. Could simply be a matter of changes in the home environment, a move, or even some revelation about your family.
• Taurus – Communications, short trips, your sibling(s).
• Gemini – Money (I think I need a Lear Jet), your values, your self worth.
• Cancer – Everything you see in the mirror. A new beginning.
• Leo – Your subconscious mind (a terrible thing to waste). Interesting, perhaps revealing, dreams.
• Virgo – Your friends and pier group. You love to fix everyone else’s problems, right?
• Libra- Your career, your public self, one of your parents.
• Scorpio – Taking a trip? Finding inspiration. Become a Guru.
• Sagittarius – Joint assets, insurance and wills, sexuality.
• Capricorn – A brand spankin new relationship – or a reasonable facsimile therof.
• Aquarius – Your health, your J.O.B., your habits…and even your pets. So quit smoking…your hamster will love you.
• Pisces – Your kids, a new romance? A fresh burst of creative energy.

The Sabian symbol for 10º Cancer (rounding up of course) is “A large diamond in the first stage of the cutting process” Sometimes Sabian Symbols don’t resonate with me, but I happen to like this one. It’s a diamond in the rough. This one is probably going to be a 5 carat square or emerald cut when it’s all finished. Since eclipses are always an appropriate time to meditate or do a visualization, keep this diamond in mind. Use active imagination. An important “trigger” date for this eclipse will be about August 16/17 when Mars reaches 9º Cancer. And by the way – Mars will be “out of bounds” between July 24 and August 22nd. The period between August 3rd and 17th is especially volatile.

*Bernadette Brady, our favorite eclipse expert says this:

“The theme of this entire series is about undertaking and/or completing large endeavours. At a personal level hard struggles begin to resolve, old thorny issues begin to untangle and the too-hard problems start to become clear”.

No, he hasn’t tweeted pics of his privates or anything (not that I know of). He just announced that he’s running for President.  Damn, I wish my teeth were that white (need to fire up the Photoshop). He looks like a president straight out of Central Casting (is there such a place?). I don’t have his time of birth yet, but he was born on March 26, 1960 in Palo Alto, CA. He’s a Mormon. He’s fluent in Mandarin. He likes “Prog Rock”, ie bands like Dream Theater (Mercury & Venus conjunct in Pisces). In fact he dropped out of high school to play in a rock band called “Wizard”. He later got his GED and went to UPenn. Maybe he inhaled. Whatever. Here’s his sunrise chart, but I’d really like to get his time of birth. The Moon moved from Pisces to Aries on that day. Anyone with planets in the early degrees of Cardinal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn) is experiencing hard aspects from Uranus, Pluto and Saturn (the T-Square Party), making this a challenging period. Huntsman’s candidacy has a hurdle to pass in September 2011 when Pluto, stationing direct in Capricorn squares his natal Sun. Uranus will continue to conjoin his natal Sun for the next year and a half. This oughta be interesting. His secondary progressed Mars is almost conjunct his natal Sun – it’s exact in September 2013. The dude looks like he’s up for the challenge,  but I wouldn’t make any predictions without his time of birth. Carry on my wayward son (I’d attach an mp3 to this post, but that’s so annoyingly 90′s). In any case, there’s plenty of time to study all the wannabes. Anybody know if Bill Maher is running?

It’s hard to believe what I’m seeing. I can only imagine the terror these people felt, and the shock they’re in now. Having survived Hurricane Andrew and having a home partially destroyed, I do have a clue.

I’ve considered looking into this event from a Geodetic perspective, and maybe I will. But for now, I’m using a chart based on the date that the town merged with Murphysburg to become Joplin. From Wikipedia:

Carthage resident Patrick Murphy filed a plan for a city on the opposite side of the valley and named it Murphysburg.^[9] While the nearest sheriff was in Carthage, a sense of lawlessness abounded in the town. This time is referred to as the “Reign of Terror”. The cities eventually merged into Union City, but this merger was found illegal and the two cities split. Patrick Murphy then suggested that the town become Joplin. They merged again on March 23, 1873, this time permanently, as the City of Joplin.^[10

Joplin’s Sun is @ 3º Aries. The Capricorn Moon makes sense, since Joplin was known for it’s lead mines (lead is ruled by Saturn). Yes, Tornadoes are ruled by Uranus and transiting Uranus is @ 3 Aries in the tornado chart (of course it will be in the early degrees of Aries for several more months). No one is prepared for a Uranus transit. There are other aspects and I’m sure Astrologers will find relevant asteroids, Arabic parts, and fixed stars. Uranus will station @ 4 Aries on July 9th, so the period from July 4th through 14th is especially volatile.

My thoughts and positive visualizations go out to the people of Missouri. (As well as a donation)

UPDATE: I let my personal bias get to me on this one. In any case, congratulations to VCU on a great season. I suspect there will be many more.

Cool name, huh? I hear he was named after Shaka Zulu, the great African king. As head basketball coach of the Virginia Commonwealth University Rams he has his team on a miraculous and unexpected (at least by the mainstream sports press) run to the Final Four. So you were Googling Shaka and wound up on an Astrology site? Or maybe you were looking for something on the latest planetary aspects, and found a blog piece on basketball. Either case, you might find this interesting. The VCU team is called the Rams of course, so I had to find out Shaka’s date of birth. Sure enough – he’s an Aries. Don’t you love it? OK, so you say the odds were 1 out of 12. Still. Shaka Smart was born April 8th, 1977 in Madison, Wisconsin (see chart below) and according to various ‘net sources had near perfect SAT scores in high school. Smart is now enjoying the transit of Jupiter on his natal Aries Sun. Jupiter in the sign of the Ram, is a once in twelve year event. Jupiter, to you basketball fans, is the planet that represents growth, opportunity and expansion. When it’s on your Sun, you’re usually experiencing some positive events in life. SS’s natal Sun is at 18º Aries and his natal Venus is at 14º Aries. This week, Jupiter is at between 14 and 15 degrees Aries. No wonder things are going well for Smart.  Not only that, Smart’s Solar Arc progressed Mars is 18º Aries – exactly conjunct his natal Sun. Mars = energy, vitality, ego, drive, sports. This is a once in a lifetime progression that will last several more months. For the last couple weeks, the sports media has referred to the VCU Rams as a Cinderella story, and used terms like “unexpected” and miraculous”.  Sports reporter Mike Wilbon called the team “opportunistic” (hmm, sounds like an infection, Mike).  Uranus, planet of surprises, unexpected events, and just plain crazy $%&@ re-entered the sign of Aries on March 11th. Surprise, surprise. On April 2nd VCU will play the Butler Bulldogs, another amazing success story, for the chance to play in the national championship game. On the evening of April 2nd, the Moon will be in Aries (game chart below), and the New Moon, the following day will occur at 13º Aries, close to Shaka’s natal Venus. In fact there will be six planets in Aries on game day. You know who I’m picking. It wouldn’t surprise me if the VCU Rams go all the way. Even if they don’t, it’s been an exciting run. Astrologers will notice that transiting Saturn, in Libra, is opposing Smart’s natal Sun. That may be manifesting in other areas of his life, but it sure hasn’t been an impediment to his career success. Butler’s coach, Brad Stevens’ date of birth is Oct. 22, 1976 (chart below). He has a Libra Sun and Libra Moon – Aries’ opposing sign.

Disclaimer: Please do not use the information provided here as a basis for gambling. There are too many factors involved. Full disclosure: This Astrologer is in the Old Dominion.

Just as I suspected. There is a discrepancy with Ted’s date of birth. The Wikipedia article has his birthday as 9/22/1957, which would make him 53, as reported. NBC’s Today Show showed a montage of images, including a police document which shows his birthday as 3/31/1956, making him a 54 year old Aries. So which is it? The Virgo chart certainly works, for the reasons mentioned earlier. The 3/31/56 date of birth would give him a Sagittarius Moon, and Mercury in Aries. From reports I heard, he had issues with having an ID (there was something with TSA which needed to be straightened out before he could fly to NY). The plot thickens. I’ll post the Solar chart for the new birthday asap.

Image from Wikipedia:

Image from NBC’s the Today Show:

Here’s a look at 2011 for the whole gang. If you know your ascendant, you can read that too.

Aries – From late January through early June 2011, Jupiter will occupy your sign. Carpe the damn Diem! You may have read that this is a lucky year for you, and that may be true, but there’s still potential for unexpected events (or inspiration). That’s vague, I know, it’s just that you’re going to be under the influence of Uranus. No need for a breathalizer, it’s not Neptune. Uranus enters your sign and there it will spend the next eight years. Those Rams born in late March will feel it first. To use an Aries term – take charge. Especially in April and early May. You have the chance to do something special at that time. Revolutionize your life. Relationships continue to be challenging this year.  It could be that your partner wants more. You’re learning about the responsibility and accountability in partnerships. You may decide that significant others are simply a pain in the rear. Bosses and managers can be especially controlling. If you want to start your own enterprise, this might be the year.

Taurus – You always take your time and do things when you’re damn good and ready. Well, you’ll be good and ready in May this year. In June 2011 Jupiter will enter your sign, where is hasn’t been since 1999 – 2000. It was different then because Saturn was in Taurus as well. This time you should be able to reap the rewards of the ruler of your natural 8th house entering your sign. It could be a financial gain, or simply a flash of inspiration to get you out of your rut. Take care of that body. Deal with health concerns this year, whatever that entails. Get a physical. Ever undergone therapy? This is a great time to figure out what makes you tick. Your subconscious mind affects your behavior ya know.

Gemini - Get involved with groups as much as possible. I don’t care if it’s the Kiwanis Club or Friends of The Spotted Newt, just join. But don’t just join, lead. You’ll find that your friends and social networks (where have I heard that term before?) will be a source of inspiration and opportunity in 2011. Your offspring continue to present challenges. How do you juggle so much and still manage to take care of your parental duties? Late January and mid-June are especially important in this area. Situations involving your kids, if you have any, will have to be resolved. If you don’t have any children (or even if you do)  the challenge may lie in putting your creative ability to work. Turn fun into a business.

Cancer – Astrologers like to discuss Cancer with respect to their love of home, their family issues, and how they nurture. I’d like to give some props to Cancer for being terrific business people. This is the year when you may be able to forge ahead in that area. Even if you don’t feel so inclined, you may have new career opportunities in April and May. Some early Cancers are still dealing with the end of a relationship and perhaps a controlling individual. Or is it you who’s the controlling one? Nooo, not sweet motherly Cancer! In any case, power struggles are still an issue, especially in early April and mid September. Working from home may be an option with Saturn in your solar 4th house…just don’t fall prey to an envelope stuffing scam.

Leo – Younger Leos (and aren’t they all?) may be putting a lot of energy into their educational pursuits this year. Even older folks may be returning to school or doing a lot of traveling between January and May. In June, Jupiter enters your career sector and you may find a new job or even start a business. In any case, your relationship with bosses (parents?) should improve. Some Leos will decide this is the year to make a baby! That’s assuming these things are planned. Others will find romance (for lack of a better term) in 2011, but there’s still the chance that you could attract a deceptive partner. Neptune doesn’t leave your Solar 7th house until 2012, so be careful with those new connections on match.com. This is especially true for later Leos (born 8/17-21).

Virgo – Money may still be tight, but you’re getting your financial house in order. Your partner, if you have one, may make more of a contribution this year, especially in the first few months. By April and May you will probably feel more sexual than you have in ages. Just take a shower first…and after, if you’re one of those Virgos. Things come together financially and relationship-wise from late August to mid-September. There’s a good possibility of travel in the second half of the year. You may even be inspired to move far away. Really far.

Libra - Chickens have been coming home to roost since the fall of 2009 and there’s more on the way (I guess they’re free-range). Metaphorical poultry aside, you’ve probably been handling a lot of responsibilities lately and that will continue into 2011. You have absolutely no control over what significant others do. Partners will be full of surprises, especially in early July and early December 2011. You may have a new relationship in 2011, but it won’t be like anything you’ve experienced before. Many Libran’s families have come unglued over the last three years, so it’s been difficult. Watch what you say (or write) – your words can be used against you in a court of law.

Scorpio – The Dragon’s Head, aka the North Node enters your Solar second house in March 2011 and will remain there until August 2012. It’s time to lay the groundwork for a solid financial future. As the late great Astrologer, Buzz Myers once told me: “With Scorpio, it’s all about payin’ the bills”. I don’t know if I’d go that far, but he does have a point. Aside from that, you’re likely to super motivated to achieve perfect health this year. Relationship scenarios escalate in May and June.

Sagittarius – Create! Find or express your passion in 2011. As they used to say on The Magic Schoolbus – “Take chances, make mistakes, get messy”. Don’t give up on your dreams, purge your Facebook friends list, and do what you really love. There, that sounds like advice. Relationships heat up in June and July. “Follow your bliss”, as Joseph Campbell (Aries) liked to say.

Capricorn – I’m currently reading “Tearing Down the Wall of Sound – The Rise and Fall of Phil Spector”, the biography of the music producer extraordinaire (currently residing in Corcoran State Prison). If you really want to understand Capricorn (and Rock ‘n’ Roll history), I suggest this amazing page turner (or Kindle clicker, as the case may be). A genius, without a doubt, he scratched, clawed, used, and manipulated his way to the top (talent helped, of course). But like another Cappy you may have heard of, Richard Nixon, he fell off the mountaintop. With Pluto in your sign, you’re gonna get there, but who are you pissing off on your way to the top (hmm, LeBron?) As they say, treat people nicely on your way up because you’ll have to see them again on your way down. That said, you may move this year. One more thing: luck favors the prepared, and you certainly are prepared.

Aquarius – Poor Aquarius. The whole Neptune / Chiron transit has taken so long. Your ego has been on the back burner for a while. Now that you’re all spiritual and have gone through the healing process (yeah, right) home improvement and better family relations are on tap in the second half of 2011. Ever wanted to be a writer? Now’s the time. You have a lot to say, and a unique way of saying it.

Pisces – So how did that Jupiter growth and opportunity stuff work out for ya? Great, I hope (you betcha). 2011 will likely present financial opportunities for you. Be careful when it comes to sharing. I know you’re a compassionate soul, but remember what Polonius said in Hamlet: “Neither a borrower nor a lender be, for loan oft loses both itself and friend, and borrowing dulls the edge of husbandry”. Next up: career change possibilities beginning in March.

Best of luck to everyone in 2011!

S.A. Hopkins

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