Four Moons Astrology- Donna Woodwell, Austin, Texas

This holiday season, change comes wrapped in pretty boxes. Starting December 1, all of the planets will be in direct motion. That means there’s little to slow the sleigh ride.  The Full Moon in Gemini the next day will add wings to your reindeer. Get your shopping done early; it’s sure to be a hectic rush this holiday season. Sip a nice hot cup of herbal tea and pace yourself.

The Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year in the northern hemisphere, falls on December 21. On the same day, Jupiter meets Neptune for the third time this year, bringing a dose of hope for this darkest night. Light a candle and make a wish.

Expect a downshift as two planets — Mercury and Mars — will both turn retrograde and put the brakes on our activities. Mars, who symbolizes our will, passions and drive, will change direction on December 20; Mercury, the planet that governs communication, transportation and trade, begins its backwards slide on December 26. Together these two planets will urge us toward a greater understanding of our actions and motivations. It’s a good year to carefully consider our New Year’s resolutions, but don’t expect a lot of traction on them until the retrograde periods end (on January 15 for Mercury and March 10 for Mars.) Take the time to reflect on what’s important in your world, and make those things your priority.

Then expect a little extra Luna-cy this New Year’s Eve.  A “Blue Moon,” the second full moon in the month of December, as well as a lunar eclipse in Cancer, will light up the night. Savor the moonlit magic!

This entry was posted on Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 at 11:12 am and is filed under AstroWeather.