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StarScopes Issue #97 - January 1, 2006
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Maria Shaw's StarScopes Newsletter

Happy New Year!

This is my January newsletter... a few days early! I have my 2006 Horoscopes for you! But first, let's get some business done:
Issue #97
January 2006

Schedule

Here's my psychic fun fair and Goddess Gathering schedule for January:

At all of the fairs on Saturdays I will be giving my annual New Year's Predictions for all of the zodiac signs. Who will find true love this year? Which signs will be lucky? Will there be a new career move for you? Find out the good, the bad and the ugly for everyone! There will also be a question and answer period for the audience members. Please join me for this free lecture!

January 7th - Lapeer Center Building, Lapeer MI 10a..m. to 5p.m.
January 14 & 15 - Port Huron Comfort Inn 10a..m. to 5p.m. both days
January 28 & 29 - Midland Hampton Inn -Note: New Location!!!! Off Eastman Road exit next to Bennigans 11a.m. to 6pm.

Please call 810-631-6887 for an appointment if you would like me to do your reading. If you want to see any of the readers who work with me, there is no need for a prior appointment. Walks-in are welcome!

Attention: Lansing area and Grand Rapids area clients: Just added; February 4th - Lansing Hampton Inn 10a.m. to 5p.m. Saturday Only. Off Saginaw Highway Exit This is the only fair we have scheduled so far in your area so please come out and show your support so we can justify adding more dates and places! Joann Seckus, from Chicago, Ill will be our guest reader. She is one of the country's best palm readers and very accurate. Your reading with Joann will be a treat! She also does the angel card readings. Joann has told me some amazing things that have come to pass. You won't want to miss this exclusive, one time appearance. You may call ahead of time to book an appointment at the fair with Joann or just show up as she is taking walk-ins too. Admission to the fair is $5 and readings with all of the readers start at $10 except with Maria who you can make a prior appt with by calling 810-631-6887 at 50% website prices.

New Crystals and other Gems

At all of the fairs.... while our quantities last... I will have some beautiful raw crystals. These I purchased from a lovely woman from Rome, Italy named Bruna. She mined the crystals herself and they are exquisite. At the fairs, I will have small, medium and larger pieces of quartz crystal, rose quartz, smoky quartz and some other pieces. These are pieces you will want to display in your home and office to help the flow of energy, increase positive energy and deflect negativity. Here's the healing properties of each crystal:

Clear Quartz - is the basic all around crystal...one that everyone should have. Quartz is said to bring the "energy of the stars" into your soul. It aligns and brings harmony to your energy field. It is often used with other stones to magnify their intensity and healing powers.

Rose Quartz - Is your love stone....it helps draw love to you, heal a broken heart, aids in self love and heals relationships. This is a stone you should put in your bedroom, family room. etc. Use it in conjunction with the clear quartz for extra strength.

Smoky Quartz - I only have a few big pieces of these and a few smaller ones. This crystal has many uses. It helps provide a balance of the yin and yang. It is an excellent stone to help ground you and keep away any negative forces on the earth plane and from the other side. If you have ghosts on your home or spirits you do not feel comfortable around, you should place this crystal in your home. However, it also has a wide array of other uses and helps with the expansion of your own intuition. It is ideal for business people and owners. It also helps to remove any limitations and blockages you have in your energy field. If you feel your efforts are being thwarted or if you can't seem to get ahead in life, this crystal will help dissolve those negative blocks.

Black Tourmaline - I have the small pieces and chunks. These are hard to find sometimes and can be costly. This is a great stone to carry with you to deflect negativity and protect you from negative people, gossip and manipulation.

Black Prayer Candles - These are hard to find but we were able to get a dozen or so. These are the small votives that you use to get rid of negativity in your home and energy field and keep it away from you. I know many of you have asked for these but I have limited quantity so please come to one of the fairs soon or order by phone if you'd like to purchase the candles. 3 for $5

Mayan Ruins Astrology - While I was at the Mayan Ruins on our annual cruise, I was able to bring back some Mayan astrology necklaces which include the Mayan symbols for each birthday. I only have one of each sign. The Mayan symbols are a little different that our traditional Western astrology symbols but these ancient symbols are very interesting and very cool! They are $10 each

2006 Moon Calendar - Have you bought your new calendar yet? Do you need an extra one for your home or office? Consider getting my annual moon calendar that gives you the best days to shop for bargains, schedule a doctor's appointment, throw a party and so much more. It lists the full moon, the new moons, the eclipses, moon voids and of course those mercury retrogrades...all in layman's terms. You don't need to be an astrologer to use this calendar. It also has feature stories on each page about new age topics. You can pick up a calendar at one of the fairs or order online.

Trips

I have two trips planned for you this year! One is a land tour to Sedona Arizona and the other is our annual cruise....and this year we are going to Italy and France on an eight day journey! Here's more:


Maria Shaw's A Sense of Sedona!
Enchantment Series - Conscious Living Vacations

Excursions to spiritual sites and places around the world.
More than just a trip, it will be a journey of a lifetime!

Join Maria Shaw and a group of respected speakers from around the country on this five day spiritual feast. Thursday - Monday May 25-29, 2006 you will indulge in workshops and classes, Vortex Tours and meditations, a sweat lodge experience, learn about ancient customs and beliefs. Tap into the powerful magic that Sedona has to offer while tapping into your own inner power. Here is a sampling of what we have planned. More details and activities to be added within the next few weeks.

  • Special Enchanting Events Spiritual Workshops Star Gazer Color Therapy Class Vortex ToursLocal Sedona ToursSedona ShoppingPsychic Fun FairNative American Sweat LodgeHolistic Health Classes
  • Group Meditations

Contact Maria or Clay to reserve your space.
$100 non-refundable deposit due to reserve a space.
Early Bird Special - Sign up before December 12 and save $50 on your trip.
Sign up between December 13th and February 1st and save $25.

For accomodation options, please visit the Sedona Information page at www.mariashaw.com.


France and Italy cruise

October 28–November 4th — 8 day cruise out of Barcelona to France and Italy. I believe we are going to Rome, Florence, Venice and two stops in France's wine country. The cost is as low as $1099.00 per person and you will get $200 - $300 in shipboard credit when you book! If you have already registered with Royal Caribbean's reward program, you will probably get a coupon in the mail you can use for anywhere from $65 to $100 off a stateroom. These usually come in the mail twice a year. If you have not registered as a member, you can do so now so when the coupons arrive, you will be eligible for more savings.

This is a wonderful way to see Europe and its beautiful cities and towns. Often, we are a little intimidated to travel alone to foreign countries but if we go as a group, we will feel more relaxed and enjoy the camaraderie. Jack Fontana has offered to do a guided tour to Florence, since he has been there several times. Please contact my co-producer, Clay Thomas at 773-715-3449 or clayrolfs@yahoo.com for details and speaker openings. We are offering speaker incentives again this year.

December 2005 Cruise

And speaking of cruises, Our December 2005 cruise was so much fun to Mexico that we're still getting letters from our past cruisers!

Hey Maria,
The cruise was a blast! I had a wonderful time and look forward to the next trip. It was funny, Monday afternoon I was watching VH1 and I heard a familiar voice. It was You! It was so cool to see you on All Access.
Happy Holidays Blessings, Cheli

Maria,
Just a quick note. First, to thank you for such a great cruise. The ports were fantastic, all the classes and time spent with everyone was inspirational. Second, wishing you the merriest Christmas and a New Year of abundance.
Blessings - Kathy

Maria,
Happy Holidays! What a great pleasure to spend time with like minded individuals and have a great time at the same time. The lecture series, meeting new friends and gathering with my golden friends is an adventure that will be embraced for a long time. What a delight to meet Moses and Mary! Maria, what a wonderful, once in a life time, experience and one for which I am most grateful to participate. The meditation, smudging and the wonderful energy at the Mayan Ruin site was phenomenal. Moses was very handsome and I enjoyed hearing him talk too. LOL

I am glad that you enjoyed my lecture on organizing. I have found so many people on a treadmill that does not stop.They often expressed to me that if they had their life to do over again......it would be to enjoy life, laugh more and spend quality time with their friends and families. That is what I want to accomplish with my clients: enjoy those wonderful moments that become treasures. What a pleasure to work with individuals on the somewhat healthy, but disorganized side of life. WOW... this ended up being a long email. However, I want to "thank you" for a wonderful time cruising with like minded individual. You and Clay did a wonderful job of organizing a great week. I hope to see you in the near future.
Jenny Moss
Speaker, Maria Shaw's Conscious Living Cruise

This from a Canadian StarScoper

Hello Maria,
How are you? I am glad to hear that your cruise was wonderful... Its Lyn Hunter, Angelologist, we met at the "Angel Wings Over Toronto"... I was doing readings at the show, I was with my teenage daughter who was helping out! I just wanted to email you and say "Thank You".... It was such a pleasure to meet you that weekend. I have done your meditation CD, and I love it. Thank you so much for signing it for me. I shared it with a friend and we did the meditations together.
Lyn

Astro Diet News

Have you thought about your new year's resolutions yet? If losing weight is on that list, consider joining me and other Astro Dieters starting January 2nd in a month long motivational group and learn to lose weight based on your sun sign as you work with astrology to shed those unwanted pounds. All you need to do is purchase my book Maria Shaw's Astro Diet and email me stating you want to join the group. You will receive free counseling, emails and motivational tips, articles etc. In the past we've had lots of success with this program. A Capricorn from Troy has lost almost 40 pounds already. A Cancer from Bay City dropped 38 pounds. A Chicagoan dropped two dress sizes, and a Lapeer Virgo dropped 18 pounds in one month! You can call to order the book at 810-631-6887 or order off the Internet. But please remember to drop us a line that you want to join the Astro Diet Club. It's free and it really works!

2006 Horoscopes for All Signs
Copyright Maria Shaw
Can be used with permission by emailing askmariashaw@aol.com

Aries - It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that Aries are impulsive, passionate people when it comes to relationships. And this year, it will be easy for them to fall head over heels, in love, for someone special. Now this all seems grand and exciting but if you are already in a committed relationship, a new attraction could cause plenty of problems. More on that later but first; Expect more opportunities for financial gain early this year or by late April and May. You could easily spend all of your savings and rack up hefty credit card debt the first two months of the year. So, please be extra careful if you're on a mad mall crawl. Mid-February and most of early spring, will be a time to enjoy relationships with friends and neighbors. You could take a few short trips and spend quality time with siblings too. Important contracts can be inked. Deals are made and negotiations tend to go in your favor. If you're in the market for a new car, spring is the most likely time for you to snag a bargain. The eclipse in your sign in late March will bring dramatic change for you. An eclipse, often will take some thing away from our lives, to make way for something new. There's likely to be a needed change or decision, that you don't want to make but should. Eclipses help you make that change. You will get an idea in early March, as to what the eclipse wants to bring you. Much has happened in your home and family life, these past few years. Some Aries have moved to new residences. Others have had more than their fair share of stressful family aspects. But now, many of these discouraging aspects are lifting and you'll feel better about your family ry dependent on you. This March, your dreams have significant meaning. People from your past may waltz back into your life and you are able to get the closure you seek from past relationships. All in all, not a bad year but one filled with change. Are you ready????

Taurus - Want the good news or the bad news first? Actually, there's a lot more good news to talk about so let's get the crappy stuff out of the way first. Saturn is squaring your sun sign this year and that means at certain points over the course of the next twelve months, you may feel tired and cranky; as if certain people are constantly pulling your chain. Your patience is being tested until mid-February in a big way, thanks to mars the god of war, transiting your sign. You may also have more than your fair share of arguments with family. But overall 2006 will be a decent year and here's why: first of all Jupiter the planet of good luck and abundance is opposite your sign and this mean good news for love and partnerships of all kinds. If single, you could meet the most amazing lover ever! If married, you could fall in love all over again and strengthen your bonds. If you're thinking about getting hitched, 2006 will be a good year for a walk down the aisle. If you're in a troubled relationship, you can certainly end it and find someone new and more compatible to share your life with. Or you can work out the problems with Jupiter's help. Business partnerships grow and flourish. People will be more helpful and go out of their way to accommodate you. Money opportunities arise mid February to mid April and again in the early summertime. You may have to choose between two jobs or even chose to work a few jobs for extra income. In April and May, a restless spirit prevails and it's easy for you to hit the open road and enjoy short trips and journeys. Late June and July is also a great time to visit places you've been hoping to travel to. The area of concern this year, will likely be your home and family. Some of you may feel a need to downside your home and want to move. Other Taurus may find that their family life is in shambles and there are worries concerning an older person or parent or perhaps even, a younger person, who is making unwise decisions that could effect their life for years to come. Expect things to break down like appliances and there will be a need to replace things in the house that are worn out. Watch out for power struggles with your kids if you're a parent. Compromising may be the only choice you have. There may be some funny bizness on the work front. All is not as its appears. Read between the lines and make sure you are getting all the facts straight before you make any decisions. Remember the grass isn't always greener on the other side of the fence. Expect the unexpected in your friendships. Some of your long time buddies, that always seem so straight laced and conservative, may suddenly let their hair down and get wild and crazy. Meanwhile, the crazy buds may suddenly get their act together and grow up. Changes in your social circle are quite likely too. You will be meet some unusual people this year. The spring eclipse has a lot to do with unmasking your subconscious mind. There may be old wounds that you've been suppressing for years that you now get a chance to heal. It's likely this eclipse will bring back people from your past. You could get a second chance with a ex or an opportunity to bury the hatchet with someone. Whatever the case, you can release old hurts this spring and that's a plus!

Gemini - These last several years have been a financial drain for many Twins but the good news is....that you have either worked your way out of these money problems or are on your way to better times. Late winter and early spring offer you a chance for financial improvement. In fact, most of 2006, there will be opportunities to improve your situation. However, you must go after these opportunities and be willing to take risks, if you want to get ahead. Many Twins will be considering refinancing their home or cutting expenses by downsizing their current digs. You may find you simply want life to be simpler! If there's to be a huge headache, it can be spelled out in two words...car trouble. Watch your driving, mainly your lead foot, and drive defensively. You may also find that your car needs more work than just a tune-up. Some Twins may trade their old jalopy in for a newer set of wheels. Feuds between neighbors and siblings should be avoided if possible so as they don't get out of hand and cause long term damage. Your  good luck aspect, this year, happens to fall in the sixth house of your solar chart. This aspect will give you lots of opportunities and provide much happiness at work, especially if you work in a service industry or health field. Your co-workers are easier to work with and Gemini will truly enjoy going to work in 2006. If you are thinking of getting a new pet, this year, it's a great time to do so. As far as your health, this is a great year to heal; emotionally physically, and spiritually. If a health problem has been plaguing you for a while, it'll be easy to find an excellent doctor who can turn things around for you. The only worry you may have, is weight gain.... and for you skinny mini Gemini, that's probably no big deal. But if you're a Gemini, who would love to drop a few pounds, you'll have to work harder than ever at dieting and exercise until Thanksgiving. Remember this: as long as you can maintain your weight, you're doing good! It will be easy to pack on unwanted pounds due to a Jupiter transit, especially before March and then again, July through late November. In regards to love, an ex may show up on your doorstep, when you least expect it. For many Gemini, this may not be a bad thing. This could be the very opportunity you've secretly been waiting for...... to make amends and enjoy a second chance! Over the past several years, certain Gemini have gotten divorced, ended long term relationships and cut ties with lovers. If you are one of these folks, understand that you were just making room for a soul mate in your life.....whom you could meet by late this year or sometime in 2007. If you're happily attached, 2007 is a time to consider making your relationship permanent, legal or just strengthen it. On the job front, expect changes this year when you least expect them. You could be undecided about what you really want to do with your career. Do you jump ship and test new waters or merely hang in there until the waters calm? You should know exactly where you stand by March or no later than September. The spring eclipse in your 11th house of friendships, offers you a chance to expand your social circle and see a wish come true. Early this year and until mid February is a good hibernation period for you. It's important that you take some time out every day to meditate and just be. This solace time will be good for your body, mind and soul.

Cancer - With Jupiter and Uranus trining your sun sign this year, 2006 should be a year of many pleasant surprises for Crabs. Let's look at how the planetary influences will affect you. First off, let's get the bad stuff out of the way and unfortunately, it has to do with money and your earning power. Since last July and until September 2007, many Cancers have had lot of money problems. Either you aren't being paid enough for the work you do or you feel undervalued on the job. Or it is quite possible that your debt and expenses are higher than what you bring home. For Cancer business owners, you may find people aren't spending as much or aren't paying on time.... or at all! The real lesson here, is to get your finances in order, learn to do more with less and tighten your belt when it comes to spending. This aspect will seem like it goes on forever but actually, it lasts about another year and nine months. So spend and save wisely. Now onto the good stuff.... the lucky planet Jupiter is trining your sign, so this should be an easier year than the past two. One area of great luck will be your love life. If you are a single Crab, this year could be wildly romantic and full of hot dates. If you're married, you'll fall in love all over again. So, take time out for romance. But also be warned, someone else other than your spouse, could capture your attention and your heart. This is one of those crazy times that an affair could be very possible! If you're hoping to have a child, this year favors pregnancy, especially after July 4th and through Thanksgiving with the period between January through March 4th coming in a close second. For those of you who already are blessed with kids, the bond between you and them will strengthen. On the health front, you will feel better this year than in the past. 2007 is also an excellent year for your health but it is one of your weight gain years. As a food addict sign, you will need to be very careful of overindulging now, because in 2007, it will hard to take weight off. Now's the best time to start an exercise and diet program. Unexpected trips and travels to new exotic or foreign places may come up this year. Even if you've never thought a trip to Europe or Hawaii was possible, you may find yourself visiting the a volcano or the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Your intuition is stronger than ever and you will enjoy many spiritual experiences throughout the new year. On the job front, expect changes with bosses and higher ups. A late March eclipse could bring in a job change. Eclipses usually take away something from our life, to make room for something new and improved. This upcoming Aries eclipse could do just that!

Leo - Taskmaster Saturn will help you get your life in order this year and I mean get EVERY aspect of your life in order! Saturn is a challenging planet that transits your sign every 30 years. When it comes to pay a visit, you will be tested in all areas of your life that need change. Whatever area you dedicate yourself to and work hard at, you will receive major rewards when Saturn ends its visit in September 2007. Whatever area of your life you have neglected to pay attention to, you could find disappointment and failure. For example, let's say you are married and you neglect your spouse. Saturn will start to cause trouble in this area of your life. You will have to decide if it is worth keeping or letting go of the union as well as how much you are willing to invest to make it work. If you work hard on the marriage, it could flourish and grow. But if you were to continue to neglect it, you'd probably get a divorce. So please pay close attention to what your lessons are. Things may not be easy this year but you are learning patience, inner strength and developing all sorts of other virtues. When the universe deals us a bad hand, it usually gives us an ace in the hole to help us along too. It is up to us to use it. This year, you will find luck in the area of your home and family. With lucky Jupiter transiting the fourth house of your solar chart, real estate transactions, moving, remodeling and expanding the family, are all positive things you could do this new year. Your money will be a little unpredictable though. Expect it to come in and go right back out. However, if you are an inventor, artist, actress or are in a creative position, you get money from other sources this year to help you. Travel looks great, especially short trips near the eclipse in late March. But also watch your driving at that time. There could be little fender benders and traffic tickets. The emphasis on work can be felt now and through the middle of February. You will either be working a lot with high demands on your time or getting a new job. Your friends play a big role in your life in mid February through April which is likely to be a big social period for you. Mid April through early June, people from your past reenter your life. Some, you will be pleasantly surprised to see. Others, you'll want to avoid like the plague. In mid June you find your energy is coming back and are ready to take on the world. You will not stand for negative nay-sayers who try to pull your down. Look at this year and most of 2007, as one of the major growth periods in your life. When the dust has settled in the fall of 2007, you will look back on these past two years and say; Wow! I can do anything! You will know yourself and what you are capable of accomplishing, more than ever and you will be a much better person because of Saturn too!

Virgo - It'll be much easier to get your point across this year as communication channels open for you. Everyone will listen to what you have to say. Even though they may not always agree, they will at least understand where you are coming from. It's nice to be understood for a change isn't it? Contracts, negotiations and presentations all go well too. If you're in the market for a new car, it's likely you'll get one, possibly your dream car at a great price. Relationships with siblings, if you have any, run smoother. You could also find you really like your new neighbors a great deal too. Changes in the area of co-workers may surprise you as sudden departures bring added responsibilities to your daily schedule. On the other hand, you could feel as if you are working around a bunch of crazy people! But hey, what's new? One of the biggest areas of change for Virgos, (if it has not already occurred), is their love life! If you are a single Virgo, you could meet someone and fall madly in love. If you are married or have been in a committed relationship for some time, it could abruptly end, without warning. Now, I am not saying every Virgo reading this, will get a divorce. But if your relationship has grow stagnant, been rather unpleasant for a long time, sexless and without passion...if it does not fill your needs or your partners...if you are hanging in there just because it's safe and you've been with him/her for a long time......it may end. In other words, if your relationship needs to change and it doesn't.... it may end. But understand that you also have the chance to make changes within the relationship for the better. That said, a wonderful aspect to your solar chart, will help you grow spiritually as Jupiter in the 9th house helps you unlock and discover your own psychic powers and know yourself on a deeper level. On a mundane level, now's the perfect time to enhance your knowledge. Go back to school. Take a few classes. Prepare yourself anyway you can for a huge career boost in 2007. Be armed with new knowledge and experience so you are ready to climb the ladder of success next year!

Libra - Your lucky streak is just warming up! Jupiter the planet of abundance and good luck, is now in the money sector of your solar chart. However, certain times of the year are considered to be luckier than others and some Libra will see windfalls sooner than later while other Libra will have to wait for their good fortune to come near year's end. Here's the breakdown; overall lucky times are forecast between now and March 4th. Between then and July 4th you will need to keep a tighter hold on your finances because you'll want to spend more or money will be delayed. You could be promised a raise but it may be late in coming. After July 4th, money starts to flow for most Libra and this trend continues until November 24th. You will need to go after opportunities too. Look for work that pays more. Ask for a raise. Take on a second job. Increase your fees. In other words, don't just sit back and think everything will drop in your lap. Yes, luck is yours for the taking but you will need to do your part too! You can also expect good deals and find sales on expensive items. Your partner may make more money this year. Your home may go up in value. You could also acquire a lot of material things. So, make sure your spending doesn't get out of control. If you need a loan or want to secure money from others, try to ask for favors by mid-February or in the month of May. A spring eclipse in Aries brings unexpected changes to your love life. You could meet someone wonderful or decide to make a break from a loser as you search for greener pastures. Sometimes an eclipse will take something or someone away to make room for something better in your life. This could be especially true for you, in regards to love and friendships this spring. Your job opportunities look good mid April through early June. You should gear up for a career boost. Send out resumes, make calls and update your resume now so you'll be ready to land a dream job when Mars transits your tenth house of career. Your worries this year include friendships. You'll find out who it is you can count on and who you can't. You're weeding out all of the negative people from your life and replacing them with a select group you choose to spend your precious time with.

Scorpio - This is YOUR year, Scorpio! With lucky and abundant Jupiter transiting your sun sign until November 24th, you have an extra guardian angel sitting on your shoulder. Think big this year. Think outside of the box. All of those hopes, dreams and wishes you've buried away........it's time to resurrect them. Jupiter visits your sign every 12 years so 2006 is not a year to sit back and relax. Of course, you could easily do just that as this planet promotes a happy, content feeling. However, if you really want to use the power and influence of Jupiter, start chasing your dreams. Go after what it is you really want out of life. You will have more opportunities to make wonderful things happen in many areas of your life. Your interests will expand. You'll travel more. You could make more money and see a job promotion. Some of you will move, get married, start a family, end a bad relationship, kick a bad habit. Many of you will put weight on. Yup, you heard right! Jupiter expands your interests but also your waistline! So be extra careful of what you eat and how much you eat. Moderation and an exercise plan are necessities this year as Jupiter tends to bring excess. But overall, look at 2006 as a gift....a gift for growth you might say, in more ways than one. Your career will be important this year and the next, as Saturn pays a visit to the 10th house of your solar chart. If you've been working hard and building a strong foundation, regarding your career, you will likely get the recognition you deserve. Some of you may be taking on added responsibilities, opening businesses and working more than usual. Others may quit their jobs and go into a new field or struggle to find themselves if they have not prepared for this major transit correctly. You will get whatever you have coming to you regarding your career. Be ready to reap the rewards! Saturn makes you work hard for everything but it also rewards you for a job well done. Your values regarding money probably have changed quite a bit over the past few years thanks to Pluto transiting your second house of money and values. Look to 2007 as being a windfall year. You could travel early this year as well as mid July. Foreign travel looks possible and promises to be a wonderful experience. You should double check your home's electrical boxes for problems and there could be some water leaks in your house too. A new job opportunity may have you moving or considering relocation options at some point before November. Expect the unexpected when it comes to love affairs. Whether you're attached or single, there's bound to be someone special who will catch your eye sometime this year. Health and diet takes center stage mid march through April and this would be a good time to start a diet program and lifestyle change. Relationships and partnerships run smoother past February when Mars will no longer be opposite your sun sign. You'll feel less stress in intimate alliances by then. Mid-February through April is a good time to ask for a loan or pay down debt on credit cards. Your sex life looks healthy then too...yet another reason to celebrate! April through June are good months to travel abroad while June through August, finds you focused on a career change or job promotion. Be prepared for long hours but the payoff will be worth the extra effort and time put in. Again, 2006 is considered a very lucky year for you, Scorpio and here's the breakdown: now and until March 4th. Then there are delays to success due to Jupiter going retrograde. Be patient until July 4th when the planet moves forward again. Push the envelope until November 24th at which time your luck won't run out but will change and focus mainly on financial opportunities.

Sagittarius - Think of 2006 as a period in which you're waiting in the wings for your big curtain call. This is a time to prepare yourself for your public debut in the world! You may feel as if you are isolated now, working quietly behind the scenes on your dreams and goals. You're in preparation of greater things to come. 2006 is not your biggest year to shine. But it's a year to prepare for your time in the spotlight. In a matter of months, you will get your big break! But for now, you should be working on yourself, your fears, phobias, letting the past go, releasing old wounds and hurts. You will be faced with subconscious issues, possible repressed from childhood that bubble to the surface. You are ready to release them, treat them and let them go for good! You will feel as if nothing can stop you from getting ahead and nothing will hold you prisoner any longer; not your emotions, your feelings, your past. Speaking of your past, people from the past waltz back into your life. You can put closure on old relationships and forgive and forget. With some, you will have a second chance at making a relationship work. You are also very psychic during this time and the experiences you have, help you grow spiritually and give you insight as to the direction of your life's path and the karma you need to complete. Money will be okay. This is not a bad year or a great year for finances but it's okay. Your home life could be changing. If you haven't already moved, you may be considering it this year. Look for a place near the water where you can relax and put your feet up after a long day's work. A spring eclipse in the sign of Aries may usher in a new romance, a pregnancy or a wild short lived affair. Whew! Are you ready? Eclipses create change in our lives and many times that change is needed. Several weeks before the eclipse hits, which is near the end of March, you will be given a sign by the universe as to what needs to change in your life and what the eclipse hopes to bring you. Pay attention to what is happening around you then as it will help better prepare you for coming events. If you haven't seen a change in your staff or the people you work around, it could happen too. If you've been having problems with co-workers, this is likely to diminish as we get past February. Mid February through early April is time to focus on love and relationships. It's time to draw new love into your life or make decisions regarding a current relationship. Problems and concerns may arise with your in-laws, bosses and with older folks in your family. This is not the most favorable period to travel abroad but if you must, understand that if work takes you to foreign countries, you will benefit greatly. If you are traveling for leisure, you may not enjoy the experience as much as you will after September 2007. All in all, 2006 should be a time of great understanding of who you are and who you want to be. You will get the chance, to be all you can be, in 2007. Now get ready!!!!

Capricorn - Last year, Capricorn's emphasis was on the career front and many were rewarded with a new position, promotion or added responsibility. You may have felt a sense of fulfillment about the work you were doing but it's likely your weekly paycheck didn't measure up. This year, that could change! Expect to get paid what you're truly worth in 2006. Look for new ways to increase your income too. Don't be afraid to ask for more money or increase your prices if you own a business. However, you should be careful of loaning out money these days. It's likely you won't be paid back anytime soon, if at all. Your bills may be higher too. Paying down debt should be a priority this year. Make sure to keep credit card spending under control. Your partner's money may be tight. Their income may fluctuate. You may feel as if you are supporting everyone and as if all of the financial responsibilities rest on your shoulders. Meanwhile, the good news is; many of your fondest hopes and wishes may come true. You'll find social contacts and friends most beneficial. Any groups, associations or organizations you join, will benefit you in more ways than one. Your social life heats up too. But you'll need to create a better balance between work and play. Shake as many hands as you can and kiss a lot of babies because the people you impress now, will be strong allies in your corner in the coming months. Your best time for love is mid April through early June. You could fall for a Cancer, Taurus or Pisces. Steer clear of Aries or Libra unless you're up for a challenge. A spring eclipse pushes many Cappys to move or remodel their digs. All in all, 2006 looks to be a pretty decent year, much easier than the last few, which produced difficult love and relationship lessons. Now, you can breathe a sigh of relief and move forward with your goals and plans for the future.

Aquarius - The spotlight shines brightly on your career this year; especially before March and after July 4th. Water Bearers will have endless opportunities for work and advancement. Take a moment and consider what it is, you'd really like to do with your life, and go for it! Great planetary aspects like these don't come around often, so make the most of the extra blessings. You may not reap the financial rewards right away but the prestige that comes with a new position, is definitely worth the leap of faith. Later in the year and all of 2007 expect the big pay-off, money-wise. In regards to your love life...that's a different story! Attached Aquarius will find many of their relationships are being challenged. Some will prove worthy of keeping. Others, have run their course and you may need to let go of. For singles, there's promise of new love but not without strings attached. Choose wisely because the choices you make will affect your love life for several years to come. Finances figure prominently in the early part of the year. An unexpected spring windfall could help you pay down debt. Make time for fun and games mid-February through April then focus on getting your life organized. By late July, your love light shines brightest. You can attract the guy or girl of your dreams.

Pisces - Expect the unexpected is still your motto. Thanks to crazy Uranus, your life seems topsy turvey these days. Get used to it because Uranus takes several years to pass through each sign so it's here to stay for an extended visit. A Jupiter trine to your sun sign until November 24th offers new opportunities that will increase happiness and spiritual growth. You'll get the chance to travel like never before and probably find yourself on retreats and journeys you never expected to partake in. You're also growing as a soul and the new experiences and people in your life will be a true blessing. Many new gurus and teachers could appear. If you've considered going back to school, now's the time best time in twelve years, to do so. It would be shame to waste these wonderful aspects as higher education, courses and credits will help you immensely as early as late 2006 on the job front. Your reputation in the outside world is also growing. More VIPs know your name and respect your work. You also are feeling more comfortable with your talents and skills. A spring eclipse offers a change in monetary values and opportunities. Watch your driving from now and until mid February. You should drive defensively then. Short trips and weekend getaways prove fun and relaxing. Take as many as you can afford to. By late winter and early spring, you may have a yearning to update your place, remodel, move or buy a vacation home. By late spring and early summer, your thoughts turn to romance and love. If you're trying to conceive this is also a perfect time to welcome the stork's visit. If you're a Pisces who loves to play games of chance, plan a trip to a casino around this time as you're extra lucky then. Regarding your health, Saturn in the 6th house of your solar chart, helps you with discipline and weight loss. But you should know that extra stress mainly due to your co-workers could cause you to take extra sick days. Your emotions rule your health, so you should take extra care, not to let anyone or anything upset you, throughout the summer months. You will be tested on the work front but how you handle these episodes will play a great role in the amount of success you can expect in 2007. This will be a year of great reward and advancement regarding your career.

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Wishing you the best the new year has to offer and hope to see you in 2006!
Maria

 
 

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