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  • Astro-Hues: Unveiling the Color Palette for Each Zodiac Sign

    Embark on a celestial journey where the vibrant tapestry of the cosmos intertwines with the hues that paint our world. In this Redfin article, we will delve into the mystical connection between zodiac signs and the shades that resonate most deeply with each individual. So whether you are an Aries renting an apartment in Providence, RI, or a Taurus living in a townhouse in Cambridge, MA, join us as we unravel the secrets of the universe, one color at a time.

    Aries: March 21 – April 19

    Pinks, reds, and light greens

    Aries individuals are dynamic and assertive, driven by their passion and determination to conquer challenges. Their fiery personality resonates with bold and vibrant colors, symbolizing their energy, courage, and leadership qualities.

    “Embrace the energetic spirit of Aries with vibrant hues like ‘Pleasant Pink’ by Benjamin Moore in your space,” recommends paint company Benjamin Moore Thailand.

    “Vedic astrology emphasizes ‘Rashi’ or moon sign as your true nature. Aries moon signs should go for red-tone paints in your houses and offices to resonate with the vibrancy of your basic radiant nature. Red ensures boundless energy levels,” adds online astrology consultant StarsTell.

    “Aries are naturally drawn to rich jewel tones for their wall colors. That fiery spirit needs some balance, so SW Jericho Jade is the perfect bedroom wall color,” shares photographer Caitlyn Nicole.

    Taurus: April 20 – May 20

    Warm browns, beige, greens, and mulberry

    Taurus individuals are known for their grounded and practical nature, often embodying stability and reliability in their personality. Earthy tones reflect their connection to nature, showcasing their nurturing disposition and steadfast approach to life’s endeavors.

    Apothecary Anima Mundi Herbals says, “Taurus individuals may find comfort and grounding in earthy tones like warm browns or soft beige, fostering a sense of stability and security in their environment.”

    “Taurus is the most sensual sign. It represents money and growth, so greens of all kinds tend to be chosen most often. However, Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, rules the sign of Taurus. Venus wouldn’t be opposed to adding a luscious mulberry rose to your decor to enliven all your senses,” states Patricia Selmo of Cosmic Energy Coaching.

    Gemini: May 21 – June 20

    Yellows and plums

    Gemini individuals are characterized by their curious and adaptable nature, often displaying versatility and quick wit in their interactions. Colors like yellow resonate with their lively personality.

    “For Gemini, a lively and versatile air sign, ‘Sunshine Yellow’ offers a burst of energy and creativity, making it an excellent choice for a home office or living area where ideas flow freely, shares resume writing service Resume By Nico. “Alternatively, Scorpio’s intensity and passion are perfectly captured by ‘Midnight Plum,’ a deep, rich hue that creates a sense of mystery and sophistication, ideal for a Scorpio’s study or personal sanctuary, where focus and contemplation are key.”

    “With summer just around the corner, lively Gemini brims with energy and new ideas. Sunny yellows brighten rooms and moods alike,” remarks the collective Heart, Body, & Soul.

    Cancer: June 21 – July 22

    White and silver

    Cancer individuals are deeply empathetic and nurturing, often displaying a strong emotional intuition and a profound connection to their loved ones. Soft and soothing colors like silver and white reflect their gentle and caring personality.

    “The perfect color for cancer is white, symbolizing purity and comfort and aligning well with Cancer’s nurturing and protective nature,” says astrologist All Things Vedic. “This makes the environment calm and peaceful, providing a space to renew and recharge for the next day. It can brighten any living space and counterbalance any mood swings with an uplifting and positive vibe. Whites also offer the flexibility to blend eclectic tastes into your decor seamlessly.”

    Leo: July 23 – August 22

    Reds, golds, yellows, and pinks 

    Leo individuals are charismatic and confident, exuding a natural magnetism and a flair for the dramatic. Vibrant and regal colors resonate with their bold personality.

    “Leo – bright and sunny personalities with bold emotions and passions. So stick with reds, golds, and bright pinks,” suggests author  Winnifred Tataw of Win’s Books.

    “Leo’s surroundings need to be cloaked in colors that reflect their regal stature and sense of fun. Fiery colors like red, orange, yellow, and gold are Leo’s natural palette, highlighting this fire sign’s exuberance and flair for the dramatic,” states astrologer Nancy Massing.

    Virgo: August 23 – September 22

    Earth tones – blues and grays

    Virgo individuals are known for their practicality, attention to detail, and analytical mindset, often displaying a methodical approach to life’s challenges. Subtle and earthy colors reflect their grounded personality.

    Alexis Brooks, Editor of Conscious Lifestyle and Spirituality Blog Higher Journeys, says, “The sign of Virgo is one that I’ve found stays fairly true to form when it comes to color association. Virgo is often linked to earth tones and muted colors reflecting practicality, organization, and attention to detail – all of which are hallmark traits of this fastidious earth sign.”

    “Virgos need clean and crisp colors to match their personalities.  Being an earth sign, go for a rich sage green like Farrow and Ball’s Blue Gray, or try their Stiffly Blue, which has a feminine softness much like a Virgo, remarks astrologer and writer Leslie McGuirk.

    Libra: September 23 – October 22

    Peach and pink

    Libra individuals are renowned for their diplomacy, charm, and sense of balance, often seeking harmony in their relationships and surroundings. Soft and harmonious colors resonate with their graceful personality.

    “Pantone’s color of the year, Peach Fuzz, is perfect to bring into your home as a Libra,” shares astrology website Astrology Hub. “It will help you stay on trend and bring a soft, harmonizing vibe to any room in your home. If you’re not up for a peachy wall, this is a great accent pillow and throw color to add to your mix so you can easily change it up next year.”

    “Libra is a bejeweled sign that appreciates beauty and balance. Ruled by Venus, fuchsia pink realigns Libra to their spirited and social nature, so they express the airy and passionate advocates that they are,” adds spiritual empowerer The Valkyrie Mystic.

    Scorpio: October 23 – November 21

    Rich shades – teals, burgundy, midnight blue

    Scorpio individuals are intense, passionate, and fiercely determined, often embodying a magnetic and enigmatic presence. Deep and mysterious colors reflect their complex personality.

    Summer camp blog Happy Camper Live says, “A deep teal is an exceptional choice for a Scorpio. This color combines Scorpio’s characteristic depth and intensity with the refreshing, rejuvenating qualities of the natural world. Deep teal embodies the mystery and resilience of Scorpio while also echoing the calming influence of water and the outdoors.”

    “Scorpios love color. The deeper, richer shades excite. Think burgundy, midnight blue, forest, or gold. A bold palette is key whether in wall color or decorative interiors,” states Craig of Sage of Stars.

    Sagittarius: November 22 – December 21

    Purple and red 

    Sagittarius individuals are adventurous, optimistic, and free-spirited, often driven by a thirst for knowledge and new experiences. Bright and expansive colors resonate with their adventurous side.

    “Sagittarius will exude confidence in luxury red, orange, and gold hues,” remarks psychic Nirvana Light.

    “Sagittarius is a fire sign, ruled by Jupiter,” states My Astro. “Sagittarians like to see the big picture and to travel. They tend to be optimistic and outgoing. Purple shows their interest in spiritual matters and conveys wisdom. Deep blue reflects the strong connection to deeper states of awareness that Sagittarians seek. Colors that convey a positive and adventurous spirit are what a Sagittarian would enjoy.”

    Capricorn: December 22 – January 19

    Dark colors: Grey, greens, and blacks

    Capricorn individuals are ambitious, disciplined, and pragmatic, often displaying a strong sense of responsibility and determination in pursuing their goals. Classic and sophisticated colors showcase their ability to be grounded.

    Dark blue, grey, forest green, and black are your choices if you wish to enhance Saturn’s stabilizing influence on the disciplined and determined Capricorn,” says PowerFortunes.com. “These colors convey strength and resilience.”

    “Earthy Capricorn is a muted sign that is prone to melancholy, steadfast, stubbornness, and hardworking. They like the immovable Charcoal Black #36454F. This time of the year can be dark, which is why Capricorns have an affinity for Olive Grey #847A66 to drop in their martini. Finally, to cheer up the dour mood, a Capricorn would pick Skeptic #A5BCAB because nothing makes a Capricorn happier than doubting someone else,” shares astrologist Heart Astrology.

    Aquarius: January 20 – February 18

    Jewel tones 

    “Aquarius individuals are progressive, inventive, and humanitarian, often driven by a strong sense of idealism and a desire for positive change in the world,” notes Business Astrologer Kathryn Hocking. “Electric and unconventional colors resonate with their innovative traits.

    To keep you feeling inspired, feature walls and colors in your home that are bright, bold, and perhaps a little quirky, like a firetruck red and jewel tone sapphire blue and emerald green.” 

    Pisces: February 19 – March 20

    Dreamy greens or lavenders 

    Pisces individuals are compassionate, intuitive, and imaginative, often embodying empathy and sensitivity towards others. Dreamy and ethereal colors reflect their gentle personality.

    “As we are in the Pisces season, let’s look at the paint color they would choose for their homes. Dreamy seafoam green or soothing lavender could be the perfect choices, reflecting their imaginative and empathetic nature, creating a serene sanctuary that harmonizes with their fluid and mystical personality,” shares journal store journalstogive.

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  • Adam Sartwell is coming to HBS April 24th!!!

    Adam Sartwell, cofounder of the Temple of Witchcraft, will be here doing readings and teaching a class – Connecting with Your Spirit Guides on Wednesday, April 24th. Call us to sign up and reserve your spot. Classes and readings are limited.

    Adam Sartwell works as a certified Consulting Hypnotist with certification by NGH and ICBCH, and professional Tarot reader. He is a co-founder of the Temple of Witchcraft. Award wining Author of Twenty-one days of Reiki and The Blessing Cord. For more information on his work as a hypnotist  and online courses go to https://hypnointuitive.com. To see more about his work as an author, psychic reader,  and teacher go to his website https://adamsartwell.com.

  • Book Signing w/ Rexanna Ipock-Brown

    Book Signing w/ Rexanna Ipock-Brown

    Rexanna Ipock-Brown has added a new novel to her Loving Monsters Series and will be signing her new book on Saturday, December 16th from 12 pm – 4 pm. If you love books with adventurous witches trying to find love, smoking hot shifters and vampires, and swoon-worthy love scenes, then you won’t want to miss out.

    Greta Aqen is done being the good girl witch. In a chance meeting with a man on a motorcycle her inner bad girl gives him a kiss. That kiss wakes up her fantasy of what this Leather Boy could do with her.

    Leather Boy, otherwise known as Rhys Gold is not in the market for any long-term relationships, but after a kiss that has his fangs popping, this vampire wouldn’t mind a night of passion with the crazy woman at the grocery store. However, he comes to his senses and rides off into the night.

    Fate has other plans. They meet again and the fire between them is a flaring inferno. Greta has her life planned out and it doesn’t include Rhys. Rhys is fine with that until something happens that changes both of their lives.

    This is a stand-alone with a HEA. There is a first book that does introduce some of the characters and the world they live in, Rosemary Wolfe, M. D. (Monster Doctor). This series has characters that are intense in the bedroom as well as out. Better suited for mature readers.

    Rexanna is a member of the Romance Writers of America and the Columbia chapter of the Missouri Writer’s Guild. Her characters are drawn from her work as a psychic consultant. She has assisted police departments with cold cases, was a popular guest on radio call-in shows, and has been featured on local and national television. She and her dog, Oberon Lugh, take magical walks daily to commune with nature.

  • Horoscopes for the month of December 2023

    Horoscopes for the month of December 2023

    Aries (Spring Equinox-approx. April 21st): As December 2023 begins, you may find an abundance of energy present to help you achieve your goals, so it would be wise to have your list of goals for the month ready. A challenge may be present when it comes to personal communication in the workplace, but this can be mitigated by taking extra time to be clear when dealing with coworkers. Romantic relationships may be wrought with challenges, too, but this will be short-lived. Tension may generally be present the first few days, but this will fade quickly. As the month continues, the workplace may become the focal point for the last two weeks, as wrapping up projects and dealing with misunderstandings may take center stage. This may present challenges to other areas of life, but the silver lining is that if you do the work, you could enter 2024 with a clean and healed slate.

    Taurus (Approx. April 21st to approx. May 21st): Emotionally, December 2023 may begin with its share of challenges, but these will fade within the first few days. Like Aries, the workplace may take center stage, but unlike the rams, the Taurus emphasizes laying a foundation for the future. Prosperity and expansion remain two major themes throughout the month but be careful to keep the expansion to positive areas of life rather than the waistline. As December matures, your career and occupation may take precedence, and while some of this has to do with wrapping up projects by the end of the calendar year, some may also address laying the groundwork for 2024. The last week of the month may be full of pleasure to an excess, a danger to avoid. Watch for unexpected financial and health blessings coming your way to usher in the New Year.

    Gemini (Approx. May 21st to Summer Solstice): Even though tension may be in the air when it comes to speaking your truth and traveling, you may find a sense of optimism and creativity is also present. Regarding your romantic relationships, you may find that your decisions now have far-lasting consequences. The more tender you are now when interacting with your paramours, the better off you may be to begin 2024. As December advances, most of the tension in the air will dissipate, but remember that Mercury retrograde is coming up, so the more you remain adaptable and humble, the more you can resolve before the New Year. Spiritual challenges may remain the entire month, but these are all part of your maturation process and can be dealt with with patience and deferred gratification.

    Cancer (Summer Solstice to approx. July 21st): Tension may be the theme of the beginning of December, so if you were hoping for a gentle start, you may be disappointed. Challenges may be present regarding your inner healing, romantic relationships, workplace communication, and figuring out your spiritual direction. However, your creativity, intuition, financial abundance, and good health are in your favor. As December continues, many of the challenges fade, but one life area that may still need to be dealt with is the career and occupation. Communication problems may be frequent, and there may be a sense of urgency to wrap up projects before the calendar’s end. Your daily life may interfere with where you’re going in a broad sense, but not all interferences are bad, as you may learn. Enjoyment may be found in getting to the root of repetitive patterns in relationships if you take the time to research.

    Leo (Approx. July 21st to approx. August 21st): Like Aries, you may find excess energy at your disposal as December 2023 begins, and with this may come increased optimism and creativity. Romantic relationships are also rolling along smoothly at this time, and with this may come money and access to the finer things in life. Regarding finances and food, it would be wise to play things conservatively until 2024 arrives. As December continues, you may discover the extra energy has dissipated to be replaced by challenges in your romantic relationships. These problems may be due to ego clashes, so compromising when appropriate would be smart. Your daily life may still be full of unexpected situations that challenge your emotional control, and you may be more prone to excess than normal, so while you’re looking ahead to 2024, keep your focus on daily life if possible.  

    Virgo (Approx. August 21st to Autumnal Equinox): Challenges and problems may come up at the beginning of the month that have to do with travel, investments, and your ongoing spiritual dilemmas, so you may find it smart to focus on what you can control rather than trying to control everything. Your career, money, and daily life may be a good focal point for your attention. If you focus on these, you may find you can put yourself in a good position for 2024. As the month progresses, many of the challenges from earlier in the month dissipate and are replaced with communication issues, especially in your workplace. Money through business may flow easily to you, and your romantic life may be extra intense, for ill and for well. The Mercury retrograde may focus on how you speak to others, as you may find it is time to change your approach to dealing with people.

    Libra (Autumnal Equinox to approx. October 21st): Romantic relationships may continue to be a major focal point for the beginning of December, and I encourage you to ride this wave as much as possible because this will dissipate shortly after the end of the first week. Your creativity may be stronger than normal, too, and if you apply yourself, you may discover that your projects turn out better than desired. As December matures, the good times change to challenges that have to do with your career, occupation, and overall direction of life. Travel may be enjoyable towards the latter part of the month, but to offset this, you may find it is time to eat a piece of humble pie or at least be honest with yourself about some uncomfortable truths about your personality. With some work, you may find you are in a position to create spiritual growth.

    Scorpio (Approx. October 21st to approx. November 21st): When it comes to your daily life, you may find the best way to proceed as December begins is by playing things conservatively and cautiously. Your career may be rolling along nicely at the beginning of the month, but your personal life may require many minor adjustments through mid-December. As the month continues, you may get tested on your ability to deal with daily life, health, and money, but if you handle these subjects well, it might just free up your energy and attention to focus on the big picture of life rather than the small details. Money may flow easily to you through your business the later in the month it gets, and your romantic life may show a spark of passion and intensity.

    Sagittarius (Approx. November 21st to Winter Solstice): Happy birthday Sagittarians! This is your month to let your hair down and celebrate. Optimism, extra energy, wanderlust, creativity, and good fortune may all be found in abundance, so if you stay alert, you may capitalize on many good things that might otherwise be missed. Romantic relationships may be rolling along nicely and smoothly, but the later they get in the month, the more they may require adjustments. As December marches, adjustments may become the norm rather than the exception. This may be particularly true in your career and romantic relationships. Impulsiveness may be a temptation to deal with throughout the month, as is the desire to be blunt rather than tactful. It would also be smart to be careful when traveling.

    Capricorn (Winter Solstice to approx. January 21st): Personal communication and adaptability in the workplace may be major themes that usher in December 2023, and if handled carefully, you may maneuver yourself into a solid position to welcome January 2024. Dealing with money and work may be smart for the beginning of the month, and paying attention to your diet would also be good to keep in mind. As the month progresses, you may find that almost everything, and I do mean almost everything, comes together and rolls along smoothly. The only challenges left as January 2024 looms have to do with internal healing, particularly concerning your ego and sense of self. Do your best to avoid head injuries, and be careful with your sweet tooth.

    Aquarius (Approx. January 21st to approx. February 21st): Your daily life may continue to present challenges, which might also be true of money and health as December 2023 begins. Your emotions may be tense at the beginning of the month, but this will only last a few days. Traveling might be a good remedy around the beginning of the month, so if you get the chance, you may want to indulge. As December advances, things may become generally challenged, with special emphasis on your daily life, romantic relationships, and money through business. A subtle danger to note is that of getting in your way, and this can be remedied through humility and being open to new and different ways to do things. This is part of your ongoing internal healing process and can help you open up to new, positive experiences towards the middle of 2024.

    Pisces (Approx. February 21st to Spring Equinox): On the surface, things might be rolling along nicely and smoothly as December 2023 begins, but if you dig deeper, you will find challenges and problems that have to do with spirituality and travel. Communication may also be challenged, but specifically, as it pertains to speaking your truth. Money may easily come to you through your daily grind, and expansion opportunities can be found around every corner. Once the middle of the month rolls around, a sense of even better things may come for you in early 2024. Dangers while traveling, spiritual quandaries, and issues with honesty may be the only problems left to deal with in late December, but if these are handled well, January 2024 may bring a whole new positive world full of potential waiting to be developed.

    *FOR ALL SIGNS: Mercury retrogrades on December 12th at eight degrees Capricorn and will stay retrograde until January 2nd, which will be at twenty-two degrees Sagittarius. Thus, for the whole month, do your best to avoid miscommunications and address whatever unresolved workplace projects are outstanding so that you can enter 2024 with as clean of a slate as possible. This also means playing it safe while traveling on New Year’s Eve.

    These little tidbits of advice, along with this horoscope, are brought to you by Bill Duvendack of 418 Ascendant LLC. Bill is an internationally known astrologer, author, clairvoyant, teacher, presenter, and tarot reader. He is available for consultations of many kinds and is an ordained Thelemic bishop who can assist in spiritual growth and development. For more information, consult his website, www.418ascendant.com, and feel free to email him at bill@418ascendant.com.

  • November Horoscopes

    November Horoscopes

    What’s in Your Future?

    Aries (Spring Equinox-approx. April 21st): November 2023 may start with more fire than
    you can handle, Aries, so it would be wise to go into the month with a plan for monthly
    achievements. You may also find that you are shorter-tempered than normal if you are
    opposed. A good way to handle the beginning of the month is by chatting with friends
    and easing into it rather than fully launching into it. As the month progresses, you may
    see that optimism fills the air and that there is a new sense of hope and positive vibes.
    You may also find tension in your romantic relationships, but this will be short-lived.
    One of the better ways to handle this is through diplomacy and making appropriate and
    healthy concessions. By the very end of the month, you may be emotionally charged to
    start December.


    Taurus (Approx. April 21st to approx. May 21st): The theme of the first few weeks of
    November may be tension, especially regarding communication and business, so it would
    be wise to take a detached approach to things. You may also discover that the unexpected
    is still the norm in daily life, but it might easily be manageable since this has happened
    for a while. As the month progresses, you may notice the majority of that tension
    dissipates, but there is still a lingering short temper. Emotional and spiritual themes may
    take up much of your time and energy, but if you play your cards right, you can lay a
    foundation for long-term deferred growth. Your creativity and imagination may be
    stronger than normal, but it could bring confusion and a lack of clarity if you don’t put it
    to good use.


    Gemini (Approx. May 21st to Summer Solstice): Stronger than normal emotions may be
    how November 2023 begins, and one of the better ways to channel this is by talking to
    friends and engaging in frivolous activities. There may be challenges when it comes to
    money coming to you through your day job, and if you are not mindful, health challenges
    may crop up, too. Regarding romance, it is worth noting that now is a good time to
    dissect things and take them apart rather than looking at the superficial. As the month
    continues, there may be a shift in the air regarding communication, and you may find this
    is a source of tension. You may be called on to be decisive towards the end of the month,
    which might be counterintuitive, although it is the right way to proceed. There may be
    challenges when it comes to your emotions, too, but these can be mitigated through faith
    and spirituality.


    Cancer (Summer Solstice to approx. July 21st ): November 2023 may start with a blast of
    intensity, whether it concerns business or your words carrying more weight than normal,
    so it would be wise to be cautious and calculating. Another theme for the first two weeks
    is taking care of the resources you share with others. Money may flow easily through
    your daily job, and taking time to clean, especially the kitchen and offices would be wise.
    As the month matures, you may find the intensity dissipates, but now there are challenges
    when it comes to romance. There may also be problems when it comes to diplomacy with
    your loved ones, and one of the better ways to handle this is through the system of give
    and take.


    Leo (Approx. July 21st to August 21st ): Challenges galore may be the theme of the first
    two weeks of November, but most of these will have to do with business, playing well
    with others, and business communication. On the bright side, this is the perfect time to
    reach out and chat with others. Finding advice and comfort with friends may be
    especially helpful. With some minor adjustments, you may find more money comes to
    you through your daily work life. If applicable, early November is also a good time to
    change your diet. As the month progresses, you may discover that optimism and
    increased energy are prevalent, so let this be the light guiding you through the first half of
    the month. Your romantic relationships may take a turn for the positive, too, and this
    could result in money through your relationship or simply a deepening love with your
    partner.


    Virgo (Approx. August 21st to Autumnal Equinox): Business, business, business may be
    the dominant theme for the beginning of the month, so if you hit the ground running, you
    may find you can tap into a lot of potential waiting to be grabbed. Unexpected money
    may easily come to you during the first two weeks, and adjusting your diet may also be
    worth it. Love is flowing nicely at this time, too, even though you may not feel open to it
    spiritually. As November evolves, you may find challenges in communication, especially
    when it comes to being honest and direct. The same romantic relationships that were
    good at the beginning of the month may require minor adjustments for success, but if
    these changes are made, things may turn out very well over December.


    Libra (Autumnal Equinox to approx. October 21st ): I realize that at the beginning of
    November, you may want to chat with your friends and indulge in a variety of interests,
    but this could take you away from achieving success if you make minor, necessary
    adjustments when it comes to business and your professional life. It may also be worth it
    to make changes to your diet. As the month moves forward, money may start easily
    flowing your way through your contacts. Romance may also come easily to you, bringing
    with it very good blessings. Optimism may be in the air, and your communication skills
    will be sharper than normal if you stick to clarity and directness. Emotional tension may
    be in the air for the last two weeks, but this will quickly dissipate. Spiritual tension may
    remain in place, and although this has been going on for a while, you may see that your
    inner changes are now gaining traction.


    Scorpio (Approx. October 21st to approx. November 21st ): Happy birthday, Scorpios! This
    is your month, and while I realize many of you have already had birthdays, that does not
    mean you can’t celebrate more! November starts with a lot of emphasis on business,
    being proactive there, and money easily coming to you through those channels. Your
    health may also be very good right now as well. As November marches on, you may find
    that your adaptability skills are showcased and that by using them, you can achieve
    surprising success in your daily work life and maybe even your romantic relationships.
    Even though you may feel emotionally solid and ready to go, this may be a good time to
    focus on what’s coming next rather than what you want to happen. Mars energy may play
    a heavy role for the whole month, culminating in a climax around the last week of the
    month.


    Sagittarius (Approx. November 21st to Winter Solstice): With November 2023, we inch
    closer to your birthday, but before you get there, you may find challenges that have to
    deal with money through work and your romantic relationships take the majority of your
    time and energy. The first couple of weeks are all about adjustments, but most of those
    will have to do with your professional life specifically. Be prepared for people to take
    what you say to heart, so choose your words carefully. As November goes forth, you may
    notice that proactivity is the name of the game, and the more you put it out there, the
    more you set yourself up for maximizing future opportunities. Communication and
    adaptability may be two major themes, and the good news is that both may be coming
    easily to you. Sharing your spirituality with others may be good for the soul, or travel
    may be very nurturing if you are so inclined.


    Capricorn (Winter Solstice to approx. January 21st ): Like other signs, business and
    professional development may be the two major themes that start November, and in your
    case, these are not only flowing along nicely and smoothly, but they may also be
    producing stronger results than expected. This is also a good time to clean your office,
    body, or both. As the month continues, challenges in your romantic life may be common
    around the middle of the month. Frivolously spending money in the presence of friends
    may be a danger to avoid. The emphasis on the workplace may dissipate, but in its place
    is a focus on adaptation, particularly communication. You may also sense emotional and
    spiritual changes are coming, but their nature is evolution rather than degradation. Watch
    your temper for a few days after the sun enters Sagittarius, and if you do that, you may
    find the ambient energy can be channeled into productive projects.


    Aquarius (Approx. January 21st to approx. February 21st ): Challenges, as they have to do
    with sex, business, and shared resources, may all be themes for the first half of
    November, so it would be wise to apply your intelligence to whatever comes up. The
    good news is that you can find help by contacting your friends and having brief
    networking conversations when possible. As November matures, the ambient energy
    changes to that of optimism and clear communication. Your romantic relationships may
    also take a turn for the better, and this is a good time to engage in diplomacy in whatever
    life area requires it. Your emotions may still be challenged but will largely clear up by
    early December. For the whole month, it is wise to play things financially conservatively.


    Pisces (Approx. February 21st to Spring Equinox): November 2023 begins with tension in
    the air when it comes to your romantic life, money coming to you through the workplace,
    and health, so it would be wise to focus on those areas as the month begins. Even though
    your emotions may be out of sorts, this will only last a few days. With the right focus,
    you may put yourself in a position for long-term business success by being proactive.
    This is also a good time to pick up a side job for the extra cash. As the month continues,
    things may go from rolling along nicely to being full of challenges, especially when it
    comes to communication and spirituality. For the last week of the month or so, your
    psychic skills may be stronger than normal, as will your emotions, but these can be too
    much of a good thing. Having a creative outlet for the extra energy would be smart to
    develop if you don’t have one already.


    These little tidbits of advice, along with this horoscope, are brought to you by Bill
    Duvendack of 418 Ascendant LLC. Bill is an internationally known astrologer, author,
    clairvoyant, teacher, presenter, and tarot reader. He is available for consultations of many
    kinds and is an ordained Thelemic bishop who can assist in spiritual growth and
    development. For more information, consult his website, www.418ascendant.com, and
    feel free to email him at bill@418ascendant.com .

  • Coffee & Convo w/ Mickie Mueller – Halloween Traditions 11:30 am Saturday, October 28th

    Join us for Coffee & Convo hosted by Mickie Mueller, the author of Llewellyn’s Little Book of Halloween at 11:30 am on Saturday, October 28th. Bring your favorite brew (coffee/tea) to enjoy while discussing Halloween traditions. Oh, and did we mention, it’s free!!!

    At 2 pm, Mickie will be teaching Magick with the Symbols of Samhain. It’s just and hour long and free, too!!! Our anniversary weekend is going to be absolutely magical!!!

  • Oct 28th & 29th Anniversary with…..

    Oct 28th & 29th Anniversary with…..

    Mickie Mueller! She is helping us celebrate with FREE classes and more! Join us for our amazing anniversary weekend. There will be raffles, mystery box deals, and more. Oh, and dress in costume. We will be all decked out.

    Mickie Mueller (Missouri) explores magic and spirituality through art and the written word. She includes magical herbal washes in her art that correspond with the subject, making every piece enchanted. She is the author/illustrator of The Voice of the Trees; the illustrator of The Mystical Cats Tarot; and author of The Witch’s Mirror and Llewellyn’s Little Book of Halloween. Since 2007, Mickie has been a regular article and illustration contributor to Llewellyn’s annual almanacs and datebooks, as well as many other Llewellyn books. Her art has been seen as set dressing on SyFy’s The Magicians and Bravo’s Girlfriend’s Guide to Divorce. Her home studio is next to the cottage workshop that produces products with her art for people all over the world run by her husband, author and craftsman Daniel Mueller.

    Visit her online at www.MickieMuellerArt.com.

  • October Horoscopes

    Aries (Spring Equinox-approx. April 21st): Tension may be the theme of the first few days of October, but this happens every year, so you may find that the emphasis is on being proactive regarding your personal relationships of all kinds. Part of this entails making the necessary adjustments in daily life to unlock better productivity. Another tool in your arsenal is romance, for you may find that things are rolling along nicely with long-term plans. Good fortune may also be coming your way. As the month progresses, more energy than expected is at your disposal, which is good if you approach life with a plan, but if you don’t have a goal, you may find this extra energy manifests as a short temper or being accident-prone. Healing yourself is a major theme right now; through this healing, you can achieve spiritual and personal growth.

    Taurus (Approx. April 21st to approx. May 21st): Even though it is not your birth month, you may find a good vibe is in the air and that things are starting to line up, especially when it comes to money, prosperity, and health. While the optimism won’t last, the expansion and prosperity just might. There is also a lot of potential for long-term growth, especially when integrating the Internet into your future business plans. As the month continues, it is worth noting that the ambient energy drastically changes from strongly good to full of tension and challenges, especially regarding business, business communication, and taking the initiative on business matters. To help you with this, remember that a clean workplace is conducive to success. This is also a good time to watch your health and do detoxing if appropriate.  

    Gemini (Approx. May 21st to Summer Solstice): Even though October begins with emotional and spiritual challenges, you may find that otherwise, things are up and up. This is a good time to connect with friends and also to redecorate. The emotional and spiritual challenges that are present have been going on for a while, but for the first two weeks of the month, workplace communication may require extra effort and time. Romance may be rolling along well, and creativity may produce better results than expected. As October progresses, the emotional and spiritual challenges may tug at your heartstrings more than normal, but if you wait a few days after the sun moves into Scorpio, this will clear up. Figuring out where to go regarding spirituality and personal development are good goals, and hidden help may come from your ability to adapt.

    Cancer (Summer Solstice to approx. July 21st): Challenges may be in the air as October begins, especially when it comes to how you get along with people, both personally and professionally, and this will last for the first couple of weeks, so you may find your temper is shorter than normal. However, while your daily life may bring good things your way unexpectedly, you may also find it wise to watch your diet. As October matures, it is worth noting that things get substantially better, especially around the last week of the month. The last part of October is an excellent time to work on spiritual and emotional issues because you are positioned for long-term growth. You may also find that the unexpected comes up regularly in your daily life, so when planning, plan loosely.

    Leo (Approx. July 21st to approx. August 21st): If you’ve been looking for a good time to reach out to friends and make business connections, the beginning of October brings that opportunity, so it would be wise to be proactive as October first rolls around. Good fortune, creativity, and taking chances may all pay off in the first two weeks of the month, and romance may also be in the air. However, you may also be emotionally out of sorts, and even though this will pass quickly, you may find that if you’re not careful, you accidentally self-sabotage in financial matters if you impulse buy. As the month progresses, things may go from smooth-flowing to full of challenges, but most of these will be relegated to the workplace and your business affairs. It is also worth noting that your temper might be shorter than normal, and this will last until early November.

    Virgo (Approx. August 21st to Autumnal Equinox): Even though you may find success in your daily life, especially in financial matters, everything else may require a lot of minor adjustments, so adapt when necessary and to help you with this; it is worth noting that your adaptability skills are stronger than normal. This also extends to your communication skills. As October matures, things go from requiring minor changes to everything rolling along nicely and smoothly, particularly in business affairs. Now is a good time to be proactive in the workplace and avoid casting your pearls before swine when your intuition says so. You still have a window for physical world manifestation, but it will be closing in a few months, so maximizing your plans is wise to do at the moment. Emotionally, you may be out of sorts towards the end of the month, but this will be short-lived.

    Libra (Autumnal Equinox to approx. October 21st): Happy birthday, Libras! This is your month to treat yourself and to shine your brightest. Part of the energy in the air right now is addressing your healing journey, especially regarding your mental wellness, state of being, and ego. Romance might flow along well, and money through your creative projects may also flow smoothly. As the month progresses, there may be a sense of urgency and tension when it comes to your emotions and spirituality, and when coupled with the wounds getting addressed earlier in the month, it may mean that you have your hands full when it comes to your inner life. Part of this is ego healing, part of this is emotional healing, and part of this has to do with transforming your spirituality. Your workplace may require a lot of small adjustments, too, but with minimal effort, you might be able to maximize your gain.

    Scorpio (Approx. October 21st to approx. November 21st): While the workplace may be rolling along smoothly, you may find that everything else in your life is full of challenges, so let’s look closer. First, when it comes to getting along with people, you may have to make some minor adjustments, but with those comes success. Romance and money through creativity may also be problematic, but this will fade by the end of the month. Emotional tension may be present, too, which might also be impacting your ability to expand and prosper, and while the tense emotions may fade by the middle of the month, the tension that has to do with prosperity will still be there. As we get close to Halloween, though, much of this clears up. The last couple of weeks of the month may bring good things to you through your daily work life, and your professional situation may be rolling along smoothly. The theme of the last week of Halloween is emotional and spiritual initiations, as you are currently going through the fires of rebirth and ascension.

    Sagittarius (Approx. November 21st to Winter Solstice): As October begins, you may find you are in an interesting position. First, your friendships and networking may be rolling along smoothly right now. Romance and money through creative projects are also rolling along, but they focus more on the long-term than the short-term. Emotional changes are currently being called for, and these can lead to personal development. As the month continues, the smooth sailing friendships may continue, but now the emphasis is on all of the changes you have to make at work to achieve business success. Now is the time to be proactive regarding taking care of business and the joint ventures you have with others. The focus on emotions and spirituality may hit a tipping point the week before Halloween, but the emotional component will quiet down by the end of the month, even though the lessons are still there to be addressed.

    Capricorn (Winter Solstice to approx. January 21st): When October 2023 begins, you may discover challenges when getting along with people, personally or professionally. These issues will last for about half a month, but things clear up dramatically after that. Early October is a good time to continue focusing on your long-term goals, especially concerning money. As October moves forward, more emphasis is placed on business and the affairs you share with others, which is positive. One of the ways to unlock success with this is by staying humble, and another way is by seeking the insight of others who may know more about the subject than you do. Taking time to clean the office may be smart and yield some unexpected money, too. Focusing on your health would also be wise towards the end of the month.

    Aquarius (Approx. January 21st to approx. February 21st): Money may be tight, and there might be tension in your romantic life at the beginning of the month, but conversely, this is a good time to spend with friends and to make new business acquaintances. Emotional challenges that impede growth and expansion may occur in the first two weeks, but this will diminish by the month’s end. Around the middle of the month, you may see a whole new slew of problems crop up, especially regarding your shared resources and business. The bulk of the intensity will fade by month’s end, but the problems might continue into mid-November. Communication challenges may be present during the last week of the month, but this is largely due to not being open rather than using the wrong words, so taking care of this is under your control.

    Pisces (Approx. February 21st to Spring Equinox): Communication tension, specifically in the workplace, may be the theme of the beginning of the month, but other than that, things might be rolling along nicely in your daily life. Your emotional, spiritual, and personal growth may all continue to be major focal points, but this has been going on for a while and will continue to be there for quite some time. As the month matures, you may find that things start to fall into place, largely due to the ongoing spiritual transformation. Romance and money through your daily work life may still be tense, but this will clear up by late November. Now is the time to work on the foundation for where you want your life to be a few months to a year from now. Healing the ego is still a major point to address, but you may find guidance comes your way from the unseen realms, especially the closer you get to Halloween.

    These little tidbits of advice, along with this horoscope, are brought to you by Bill Duvendack of 418 Ascendant LLC. Bill is an internationally known astrologer, author, clairvoyant, teacher, presenter, and tarot reader. He is available for consultations of many kinds and is an ordained Thelemic bishop who can assist in spiritual growth and development. For more information, consult his website, www.418ascendant.com, and feel free to email him at bill@418ascendant.com.

  • September Horoscopes

    September Horoscopes

    What’s in Your Future?

    Aries (Spring Equinox-approx. April 21st): Emotions, in particular insecurities, may be running high at the beginning of the month, but while these emotions may be deep, they will be short-lived, fading by the end of the first week. Tension may be present in your personal relationships, which will be a theme for the same length of time. However, a positive during this time is that it is wise to review how you problem-solve because it is time to modernize. As the month continues, you may find the tension in your personal relationships continues, but some areas of your life clear up, such as your romantic relationships and good fortune. That good fortune may come your way towards the end of the month, but there will probably be a price paid for it. This price will be a forced transformation you may have to make to excel.

    Taurus (Approx. April 21st to approx. May 21st): Are you an opportunist? If so, this is your time! If opportunities for growth and success have not come your way yet, they soon will. The theme of the first two weeks of September is physical manifestation, whether it is health, money, a career, or something equally grounded. Your romantic relationships may be challenged throughout the month, but this opens the gate to focus on what needs to be done in the workplace brought to the surface during this Mercury retrograde. These growth opportunities will continue for the whole month, as might the romantic challenges, so it would be wise to focus on what you can control rather than what you cannot. The difference between the beginning of the month and the latter is that the closer we get to October, the more opportunities in the workplace will be for growth rather than wrapping up outstanding work.

    Gemini (Approx. May 21st to Summer Solstice): Challenges in the workplace, particularly how personal communications are involved, may be the dominant theme at the beginning of the month, so it is wise to address what comes up. Romantic relationships and creativity may be two themes that are strong and positive for the most part as the month begins. Challenges may also be present regarding your spirituality and how you process emotions, but this process is ongoing. As the month advances, you may see that the vibe in the air lightens up and changes for the better. The emphasis may be on personal relationships, specifically building or re-establishing them. Personal communication in the workplace may still be challenged, but the emphasis may now be on moving forward rather than revisiting old themes. Romance may be in the air towards the end of the month.

    Cancer (Summer Solstice to approx. July 21st): There may be challenges when it comes to your personal relationships as September begins, and while this may be a theme for most of the month, you may also note that the rest of the first half of September rolls along nice and smoothly in general. There may be communication problems in the workplace, but these will be resolved relatively easily. Money and other resources may flow to you easily, and while your emotions may be out of whack around the first, this will fade quickly, only lasting a few days. As the month progresses, the workplace may become more challenging, and your emotions may get tenser as a reflection. Resources and money will continue to roll along nicely and smoothly, giving you what you need to take care of yourself, even though challenges abound until early October.

    Leo (Approx. July 21st to approx. August 21st): People with strong Leo in their charts may find September 2023 begins with more challenges than blessings. Even though optimism is high, and individual connection with people is going well, the ship will soon right its course when Venus moves direct a few days into the month. This is a good time for healing, specifically as it concerns your relationship with others. As the month moves forward, you may discover that things drastically improve. Even though the same challenges have been there for a while that has to do with money, your personal resources, and how you manage them, you may see that now is a good time to enjoy the company of others. Now that Venus is direct, your creativity may be stronger, romantic relationships may clear up and improve, and this is a good time for networking, particularly in the name of justice or bringing things into balance in your life.

    Virgo (Approx. August 21st to Autumnal Equinox): Happy birthday Virgos! Yes, I know many of you were born in August, but in modern times, September is your month, and your birthday gift from the multiverse is a nice, fat Mercury retrograde in your sign. Miscommunications, revisiting work situations, and maybe even health challenges may all be in the air as September begins. This is enhanced by the opposition to Saturn in Pisces, which may call on you to address your spiritual and emotional growth and maturity. When addressing, though, remember that Virgos can be overly critical anyway, so you may want to practice self-love. As the month continues, things get drastically better when Mercury directs. The latter part of the month is a good time to focus on your career and where you’re going. You may also find it wise to take another look at your resources because the potential for expansion is there.

    Libra (Autumnal Equinox to approx. October 21st): While you may have above-average energy levels, you may find that your ego, sense of being, and sense of self still need to be healed. The hidden key to unlock this is found in Pisces, but right now, you may be getting a backhanded boost from Venus retrograde in Leo. All of this tells us September is a good month to make the connections you want to make in your personal life. As the month moves forward, the energy changes for the better, and while the same internal issues are still there, your external life may take a turn for the better. Your creativity may be stronger than normal, and romance may be in the air, possibly resulting from a past flame. The last week of the month may bring out all sorts of emotions, but this will be short-lived.

    Scorpio (Approx. October 21st to approx. November 21st): As September unfolds, you may find the challenges you have been dealing with having to do with money and blocked creativity continue, and this is not the time for expansion. Rather, this is a good time for reviewing and wrapping things up, particularly in the workplace. This may seem unrelated to your spiritual journey, but the two are intertwined. As the month matures, it is worth noting that romance and money through creative pursuits are still challenged but are now headed in the right direction. Your workplace communication is also clearer than normal, and the essence is this is based on forward motion rather than revisiting the past. It would still be wise to play things financially conservatively, but the last two weeks of the month is a good time to focus on what you need to do for yourself, and if you appear cold to others, well, that’s their issue, isn’t it?

    Sagittarius (Approx. November 21st to Winter Solstice): Where to begin? September 2023 begins with a lot of challenges around you. These include, but are not limited to, personal communication in the workplace, emotions, spirituality, pivoting on how you will achieve your goals, and facing your inner insecurities so you can see things are very challenging and intense right now. However, help is available to you through the people you know and how you use your creativity to handle your situation. As the month moves forward, though, the energy in the air clears dramatically, bringing many good opportunities and results into your life. Once the equinox arrives, you may find that your money through creative means starts flowing again, maybe better than anticipated. You may also find that romance becomes good. The emotional and spiritual wounds and situations are still there but are part of the initiatic process, so they will be around for a while. In short, September goes from highly challenging initially to very positive.

    Capricorn (Winter Solstice to approx. January 21st): As September rolls around, you may be dealing with a complex picture. Challenges may exist when it comes to personal communication and relationships, but a lot of this may have to do with your daily workplace, as the Mercury retrograde is coming along to encourage you to revisit past situations there. Your emotions may also be out of sorts as the month begins, and while this will be short-lived, the principles behind them will continue to exist after you deal with the immediate situations. As the month progresses, you may discover that more challenges come up that have to do with getting along with others, but now this may be occurring in your personal life, as your professional life is in a strong position for building towards the future. A major theme to assist you is emotional maturity because now is the time to handle your emotions in new and different ways.

    Aquarius (Approx. January 21st to approx. February 21st): September begins with many challenges present, but these are nothing new. Rather, they are extensions of things unfolding for a while now. Tension may be present when it comes to money and your romantic life, and challenges may exist if you try to expand what you are doing because now is the time to play things financially conservative because random events may crop up. As the month progresses, you may find that your personal life, specifically friendships, rolls along nicely and smoothly, and now is a good time to indulge in the company of trusted companions. The challenges earlier in the month that have to do with money, romance, and expansion are all still present in the latter part of September, but there is less heaviness to them, and you may see a silver lining soon.

    Pisces (Approx. February 21st to Spring Equinox): Tension in personal communication and your daily work routine may be present as September begins, so it would be wise to stay as emotionally detached as you can while taking care of business. Even though money and work may be lacking or off-kilter right now, the good news is that all of this is clearing out to embrace the expansiveness yet to come. As the month continues, less emphasis is put on your daily work life, even though communication may still be tense. Now, the emphasis is on growth, maturity, and maneuvering yourself into a position for growth in the physical world shortly. Emotional control and focusing on your overall direction in life may be the priority, so it would be wise to put your personal life on the back burner so that you can seize certain opportunities when they come up.

    These little tidbits of advice, along with this horoscope, are brought to you by Bill Duvendack of 418 Ascendant LLC. Bill is an internationally known astrologer, author, clairvoyant, teacher, presenter, and tarot reader. He is available for consultations of many kinds and is an ordained Thelemic bishop who can assist in spiritual growth and development. For more information, consult his website, www.418ascendant.com, and feel free to email him at bill@418ascendant.com.

  • August Horoscopes are here!!

    August Horoscopes are here!!

    Aries (Spring Equinox-approx. April 21st): August 2023 may begin with a feeling of being between two worlds: the previous world of imagination and creativity and the upcoming healing world, with the only problem area being your daily work life. A good way to work with this is to stay optimistic and circle back to things you put on the back burner that may help your current situation. As the month progresses, you may find that the workplace might take up more of your time, requiring a lot of adjustments for success. You may also discover that reviewing your spending habits, particularly impulse buys, may be smart. Also of note is that you can expect an extra energy burst around the middle of the month, and if that is the case, it is wise to have an outlet for that energy rather than letting it boil over unexpectedly and inappropriately. 

    Taurus (Approx April 21st to approx. May 21st): Manifestation is the theme for August 2023, so if you plan things right, you may find you can maximize many results during the month. However, towards the beginning of the month, you may find challenges regarding romance and situations from your past that have strangely come back up. As the month continues, you may find that things get a lot better, especially in the romance area and fun money. Throughout the whole month, diligence and discipline may be your two strongest allies. It is also worth mentioning that your emotions may be out of sorts around the twentieth, lasting for about a week. A lot of this will have to do with how you have processed emotional wounds and the limits they impose. This will be short-lived, though, so consider this a case of forewarned is forearmed. 

    Gemini (Approx. May 21st to Summer Solstice): Fun, good fortune, and romance may be some of the themes that occur as August 2023 begins, so it is wise to stay light-hearted. Even though the workplace and daily work life may be full of challenges, especially when it comes to communication, you may find everything else in your life is rolling along nicely and smoothly at the moment, with a lot of healing occurring. As the month matures, you may find the theme shifts to specifically communication in the workplace, as Mercury stations retrograde. Regarding your health, avoiding eating while driving or engaging in manual dexterity activity would be wise. In general, this is a good time to go within and change what needs to be changed to navigate the upcoming Mercury retrograde’s focus on your professional life. 

    Cancer (Summer Solstice to approx. July 21st): Of all of the signs in the zodiac, you are the ones that are in a prime position as August 2023 opens, so it would be wise to ride the vibe as long as you can. This may especially be true regarding the workplace and the physical world in general. This is also a good time to get proactive regarding work-related projects and initiatives. As the month continues, things may go from good to great, and even the upcoming Mercury retrograde can bring surprisingly good work-related benefits if you stay humble and seize opportunities as they arise. In the latter part of the month, it is a good time to lay a foundation for emotional and spiritual projects. Be careful, though, as past hurts may paralyze your forward movement during the last two weeks. 

    Leo (Approx. July 21st to approx. August 21st): Happy birthday Leos! This is your month to shine! The Venus retrograde complicates things a bit, as you may find a theme right now is to make do with less, especially when it comes to fun and discretionary spending. Unexpected expenses may come up that have to do with food, money, and all things related to the physical world, so it would be wise to play things safe and address whatever comes your way. As the month continues, things may go from extremely good to average, and with the Mercury retrograde, you may find your energy and attention are drawn to your work life. That means it is a good time to wrap up work projects and revisit tabled conversations. Your emotions may be out of sorts around the middle of the month, but this will be short-lived. 

    Virgo (Approx. August 21st to Autumnal Equinox): Work, work, work may be the theme of the start of August 2023, so it is smart to know that ahead of time to allocate accordingly. This is also a good time for long-term financial investments and solidifying your health and financial future. As the month continues, things may improve, but the Mercury retrograde is about to hit you hard in most life areas. Work, money, business, and health are all themes that will carry through most of the month, so it can be easy to focus and create your circumstances as necessary. This also means that August is not a good month for creativity and spirituality, so you may find it wise to return to either or both in September. 

    Libra (Autumnal Equinox to approx. October 21st): While your creativity may be flowing at the beginning of August 2023, you may find the romantic life requires some review, as is your discretionary spending. This is part of your ongoing healing process, which might create internal tension. As the month matures, you may find that the Mercury retrograde requires a lot of minor adjustments to achieve success in the workplace and with your health. Adjustments may be the theme of the last two weeks of the month, so if you stay alert, face what you need to face internally, and make the appropriate adjustments, you might hit the ground running when Mercury directs. If spiritual lessons are addressed, you may find a lot of spiritual and emotional healing, which could open the door to greater creative growth. 

    Scorpio (Approx. October 21st to approx. November 21st): Ouch. This may be the word that best sums up the beginning of August, as challenges and growth opportunities may be common when it comes to money, romance, the love life, and stalled creativity, so it would be wise to do what you do best-take care of business by blocking out distractions. You may also find this is a time to play things financially conservatively and make the appropriate adjustments for your long-term physical world foundation. As the month continues, work, and all things related may take up the bulk of your time, and while money and love may still be challenged with the Venus retrograde, things otherwise roll along smoothly. Your emotions may become excited around the middle of the month, but this will be brief, allowing you to get back to work. 

    Sagittarius (Approx November 21st to Winter Solstice): Optimism, innovation, and extra energy may all be themes over the first two weeks of August. These themes you can easily embrace, even with the Venus retrograde impacting your love life and cash flow. Your daily work life may be full of challenges, particularly regarding communication, but it is also a good time to take the initiative when opportunities present themselves. As the month continues, it is worth noting the Mercury retrograde because you, along with Virgo, Geminis, and Pisces, will be the most affected, so consider this your alert. That transit may do more than bring communication issues. It may also uncover other issues you didn’t know about until now. The good news is that if you like to be the hero, this is an opportunity to showcase your skills. 

    Capricorn (Winter Solstice to approx. January 21st): Like Virgos, August 2023 may start with a lot of emphasis on your professional life and work routine, so it would be wise to focus on the practical. Also worth mentioning is that this is a good time to take a second look at how you process emotions and see if it is a good time for an upgrade. As the month continues, the workload only intensifies, and the Mercury retrograde will bring its fair share of unexpected projects and miscues. You may also find the latter part of the month is a good time to focus on the actual business side of what you do rather than just the daily grind. Playing it safe in areas of romance may also be smart to do for the whole month, but especially towards the end. 

    Aquarius (Approx. January 21st to approx. February 21st): This Venus retrograde may make itself felt in your life as August 2023 begins, so it would be wise to handle money and romance cautiously until the retrograde ends. Additionally, you may find that prosperity, specifically investments, is at a crossroads and that unexpected expenses that are a bigger hassle than normal may come out. Also, watch your diet, as food poisoning may be possible. As August continues, you may find that things pick up when Mercury retrogrades, but what is coming up are details that need to be addressed, more than major situations. Your emotions may be out of sorts around the middle of the month, but this will only last a few days. All in all, compared to other signs, things might not be so bad. 

    Pisces (Approx. February 21st to Spring Equinox): Work and the daily work routine may be the major sources of tension as August 2023 begins, so it would be wise to detach and do what needs to be done. Prosperity may be rolling along nicely and smoothly, too, and much of what is happening now is karmic. As the month matures, you may discover that the workplace becomes tenser and that miscommunications and scheduling issues may be two areas to address. However, you are in a good position to lay a long-term foundation from a business perspective. You may also discover that magick is in the air somehow, whether it is a chance encounter or things miraculously coming together. This Mercury retrograde period will primarily have to do with how you spend your time daily to achieve success. 

    *For all signs-Mercury stations retrograde on July 22, at twenty-one degrees Virgo, and will be retrograde until September 16, where it finishes at eight degrees Virgo. 

    These little tidbits of advice, along with this horoscope, are brought to you by Bill Duvendack of 418 Ascendant LLC. Bill is an internationally known astrologer, author, clairvoyant, teacher, presenter, and tarot reader. He is available for consultations of many kinds and is an ordained Thelemic bishop who can assist in spiritual growth and development. For more information, consult his website, www.418ascendant.com, and feel free to email him at bill@418ascendant.com