September skies...

Ahhhhh September. Finally you are here. Truth be told I’ve been looking forward to a reprieve from all the madness of eclipse season. With the majority of planets in earth signs for most of this month expect to see a shift from desire to practicalities. Work and functionality will also appeal. The planet of responsibility and longevity, Saturn, begins to inch forward once again after turning its gaze inward since April. Wisdom gleaned over the past few months in all matters career, productivity and reputation will be implemented now. Head down, tush up. Its time to get to work!

Conversations prove fruitful on September the 3rd if you’re wanting to get your message heard. People are responsive after some patience, humility and a teensy bit of buttering up. Eyelash flutter.

Saturn turns direct on the 6th of the month, turning our energies outward once again in the area of achievement, foundations and honouring our word. Reliability may have been hard to come by over the last 5 months with a string of broken promises but expect people to walk their talk more now. Or be expected to do so! Mercury comes home in the sign of Virgo on the very same day highlighting diligence and attention to detail. You may want to care more for your body at this time too. Healthy mind et all. It stays there until September 21. 

There is a lovely connection between communicative Mercury, revolutionary Uranus and stable Saturn on the 7th of September. Progressive ideas are met with the right support to take root and grow. Those in authority are more responsive to change as long as you’ve done your homework. Also on this date there is a link between the analytical Virgo Sun and idealistic Neptune. Dot your i’s and cross your t’s and know the difference between what is achievable and what is a drain on your energies. Nevertheless, it is a day to dream.

On the 8th of the month sensual Venus gets into a bit of hot water with fiesty Mars. Clashes of values, physical needs and temperaments are likely. It can also get a bit "boom chica wow wow "so you know what to do with that. 

A hotbed of astro activity begins on the 9th until the 11th of September beginning with the Virgo New Moon and Venus’ move into the deep waters of Scorpio. In our sign of grace, order and service, this moon is a highly creative one, thanks to links from dynamic Jupiter and intense Pluto. There will be a need to find an outlet for our innermost wish to transform our life into a more authentic version of itself. This can be sexual, artistic or physical in nature. Thwarted, expect to see the shadow energies of suspicion and resentment rear their pretty little heads. Lions and tigers and bears…oh my! This is heightened by the Scorpio flavour our love and values planet will have on and off until January of next year. Venus isn’t entirely comfortable here and is preparing for her retrograde in October so passions will run hot but potentially be a little compulsive. Breathe in strength and dignity and breathe out the green eyed monster. 

Themes from May could reemerge on the 11th of September all the way into November 2018. Mars moves back into the sign of Aquarius after its recent retro wobble giving us a second chance at asserting our need for individuality and freedom. We will be much more inclined to follow through on an idea now and will yearn to find those of a like mind. The Sun’s warm light combines with Pluto and lucky Jupiter, giving the confidence to do so. 

The 12th of September until the 16th of the month is very much the domain of loving Venus and chatty Mercury. Venus tangoes with wildcard Uranus spurring unusual attractions and unexpected spending. Thankfully it calms down the next day, on the 13th, after Saturn brings a dose of grounding. Phew. If something gets lost in translation; think texts, emails, paperwork on the 14th, try again on the 16th of September when the message will get through loud and clear. An early fumble could result in a touchdown. 

Be aware of some rather tumultuous astro weather on the 18th of September. An old grievance from May 11 to the 16th of this year could resurface. This would involve two very differing opinions. Knee jerk reactions are likely so keep calm and carry on. 

The Sun meets intelligent Mercury in its ruling sign of Virgo on the 21st of the month. This is a brilliant day for not only brainstorming but coming up with a viable plan in the application of those ideas. Make hay whilst the sun shines. 

Libra energy ushers in from the 22nd of the month with Mercury and then the following day, the Sun, occupying that part of the sky. Mercury stays until October 9th and the Sun until October the 23rd. Diplomacy and tact are highly valued now as is the subject of relationships. These are not only romantic but also work, familial and social. 
After an initial run in with serious Saturn things calm down and are supported by some wonderful links to enthusiastic Mars on the 24th and then again on the 27th. The urge to be with those you love and admire will be strong. 

The monthly Full Moon falls in the famously independent sign of Aries on the 25th of September. 
This is a restless, passionate and surprisingly vulnerable Moon due to various aspects to Saturn, Mars and Mercury. Any feelings that arise of being unable to ask for what you want, a lack of support or being emotionally isolated are best channelled into doing what you love for all the right reasons, spending quality time alone and active self care. The ruler of this Moon, the aforementioned Mars, meets with the South Node on the 26th of the month, triggering outmoded beliefs to do with masculinity, what we are willing to fight for and where and with whom we place our energies. You may find you walk away from something you’ve fought long and hard for because it is actually better for you in the long term. Those from your past can reappear at this time as well so pop on your best dress or invisible cape depending upon how how feel!  

Last but by no means least, transformative Pluto moves forward on the 30th of September. This is the classic phoenix rising from the ashes. Since April the 22nd this planet has turned your attention to how you wield your power or who wields theirs over you. You may have had one part of your life completely dominate and now is the time to take stock and step back into the drivers seat. Pluto gives us the most remarkable ability to sift through the ashes and rise once again. Stand tall. Stand proud. You've earned your wings. Use them wisely. xxx

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