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Horoscope: Peggy Plots Your Planets for the Week of Aug. 2-8

Peggy Allison is the author of The Fundamentals of Astrology: A Comprehensive Guide for the Beginner. She is a professional astrologer who lives on St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands and prepares personal astrological charts. Contact her at 340-774-2932, 340-513-3755 or at [email protected].

Peggy Allison

ARIES (March 20-April 20)

Venus is still retrograde. The good side of Venus retrograde is the opportunity to look back. Yes indeed, little ram, the folks who have started new relationships can review and revise. My friend, retrogrades are not roadblocks, but you should avoid large purchases and work on your finances and your relationships. Jupiter, planet of growth, luck and opportunity, moves forward again this week. Everything speeds up again. Many of you may decide to return to school. Nice choice. Jupiter in Sagittarius, a fire sign like you, is higher knowledge. Mars moves into Gemini as the week winds down. Don’t move too quickly or take on too much. Think first and act later.

TAURUS (April 20-May 21)

Venus, your ruling planet, remains retrograde. Look at your finances. Notice how you value yourself, little bull. Jupiter moves forward, and you can expect opportunities. Jupiter is growth, luck and opportunity. You are the bull, so you can get bullheaded. Well, this is to your benefit should someone try to get you to change your mind on something. Invite your friends into your barnyard. Opportunities flow your way, my friend. Pay attention to possibilities. Stay within your budget. Many of you may decide it is time for a journey. Go ahead. Mercury, the communicator of the zodiac, moves into Leo, the party sign. Nice time for travel. The home front is busy.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21)

This is your week to communicate. Mars, the planet of action and energy, moves into your sign this week, and your house of communication now houses Mercury, the messenger of the gods. Your Leo pals celebrate their birthdays this month, and sweet Venus, now retrograde, moves back into Leo this week. You can improve your relationships, business and personal. This week, you get to walk the talk. Saturn kicks in with Pluto, the planet of power and big business. Your instincts and stamina are strong. Jupiter sends opportunity, and you have the confidence you desire. Do not waste energy. Mars makes you react quickly. You are ready.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Time to come out of your shell. The sun shines brightly in your second house of earned income and self-worth. Mercury also takes up residence in Leo, and Saturn visits this space until September. Venus is retrograde, and she also moved into Leo, so you have four of the 10 planets in your second house. Now you can express yourself. Expand your horizons. Jupiter moves direct, and everything begins to speed up. Do not second-guess your intuition. Go with your instincts. If it feels good, use it. If you decide to take some courses, go ahead. The time is ripe. Pluto and Saturn form an exact aspect as the week moves on. Unfinished business can be completed. You are prepared to overcome anything that gets in the way of success.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 23)

The party roars on as you celebrate your birthday this month, little lion. The planets are acting in a big way, too. Yes indeed, Venus retrograde moved back into your sign. Mars, the planet of action and energy, has moved into Gemini. This can bring a shift to your life. Jupiter, the planet of gambling, luck and opportunity, moves forward in your fellow fire sign, Sagittarius, this week. Do not overwork yourself, but Saturn and Pluto create the depth and power to reach your desires. Three keywords—study, discipline, planning—bring rewards. Mercury visits your house of income and self-worth. Confidence is high. Don’t take risks.  Avoid chatterboxes.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 23)

Now watch out for distractions, little Virgo. Changes are coming around the home as well as on the job. Your ruling planet, Mercury, enters Leo and your 12th house of secrets. You may find yourself taking pride in what you say. Focus on new plans and dreams. Your career heats up a bit this week. Sometimes you feel like there are just not enough hours to accomplish all your goals. Join a Leo at a birthday celebration and you could run into an old friend. Jupiter moves forward, and this means you can expect everything to move faster.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23)

Venus, your ruling planet, moves into Leo this week. My friend, this should lighten the emotional load of loss and love. Jupiter moves forward again this week, and you will notice that your life begins to speed up. Jupiter, planet of opportunity, brings luck and love. Saturn and Pluto bring depth to your friendships. You may notice how you can influence others. Keep your words on the soft side. Venus and Mars square off later in the week. No need for cross words. Take care of your own responsibilities. Share your ideas, hopes and wishes with others.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 22)

Now, Mr. Detective, put away the binoculars. Yes indeed, it is Jupiter, the largest planet in the solar system. He brings growth, luck and opportunity. He has been retrograde for four months. Now you may notice the pace picking up. Relax. Don’t put pressure on others. Whatever is happening now is preparing you for the future. Don’t be too forceful. Venus and Mars square off as the week winds down. Beware of arguments. You love to dig up evidence. Well, dig in your heels and focus on achieving as much as you desire. Take a little time off and celebrate a Leo’s birthday. Interaction with others brings business.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Oh wow, my friend, your ruling planet, Jupiter, is moving forward again in your sign. This allows you to conquer, and indeed you will move any obstacle. Now, my friend, your confidence rises, and maybe you will receive the recognition you deserve. Take a little time off and celebrate. Remember, there is time for play. Jupiter leaves your sign in December and will not return for 12 years. Take advantage. Jupiter brings abundance and growth, luck and opportunity. Avoid conflict when Venus and Mars square off as the week ends.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

You may have noticed things have been a bit slow the past four months, little mountain goat. Well, Jupiter moves forward this week. No more delays. Growth, luck and opportunity flow your way, my friend. This opens your mind. Jupiter is visiting your 12th house of spirituality, destiny and hopes. Claim your power this week as Saturn hooks up with Pluto, and this may play out slowly. Remember, there are no limits to the power you have to transform your life. Jupiter moves into your sign in December.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

The sun and Jupiter join hands today. You feel great about your life. Jupiter moves forward again. No more delays, and you will notice that business moves quickly. Time is on your side for an opportunity. Express your opinions. Changes are necessary. Use your energy wisely. Go ahead and have a little fun. Get together with a Leo. You have been busy with home and career the past two months. Venus and Mars square off as the week ends. Avoid arguments. Keep your words soft.

PISCES (Feb. 18-March 20)

Jupiter moves direct this week. This, my friend, brings growth, luck and opportunity. Yes indeed, he resumes his forward motion in your career department. Now you may deal with people in authority. Mars takes up residence on your home front this week, and this could stir up discussions. You may only move furniture, paint or make your living space more functional. Add vitality to your life. Venus remains retrograde. Make sure you know what you are buying. This is not the time for large purchases.

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