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Astro News

The upcoming full moon falls in the sign of Leo on February 2. Whatever sign the moon falls under, influences the theme for the day and in the full moon's case, for the entire month. Leo rules fun, romance, entertainment and parties. Most people will be a partying mood over the full moon weekend. Also, this will be a great weekend to gamble as many people will be extra lucky, especially Leo and fellow fire signs; Aries and Sagittarius. Also, whenever the moon is in the sign of Leo, you can find great bargains and sales. You could nab the sale of the century! However, be careful of overindulging too. You're apt to go to extremes these days too.

Full Moon symbolizes a time for situations to come to light. They give us answers to the questions we are seeking. A lot happens on full moons. But you should also expect the unexpected too as people tend to be more emotional during this time of the month more so than other periods.

Upcoming Events

If you're looking for answers and you happen to be in or around the Chicago area, I'll be at two events over the coming weekend:

Friday February 2nd - I am very much looking forward to being the guest speaker at a Chicago astrology chapter.
February 2nd, 7:00 PM at the Palos Heights Recreation Center, 6601 W 127th St. Palos Heights. If you need more info please call Pat Hanus-Dussman, at 708-335-2277.

They will host my lecture on: Love Predictions for 2007.

Members $5.00 and non-members $10.00. You do not have to be a member to attend meetings. Jamie K. Malag, Treasurer

Directions: Southwest Suburban Chicago Chapter, NCGR
Traveling from the North take 294 south, exit at 127th & Cicero west exit, go west on 127th St. Stay on 127th and when you pass Ridgeland Avenue, which is a major stop and go light. You will pass a Baker's Square Restaurant on your left hand side. The Palos Recreational Center is one block west of Ridgeland Ave on South side of street. It is an old one-story school building with parking in front only.

Saturday February 3rd Maria's Chicago area Psychic Fun Fair
Elk Grove, Illinois Belvedere Banquet Hall next to Country Inn and Suites 9a.m. to 4p.m. Admission $10 (includes classes and lectures all day) Walk-in readings $20 from a dozen readers specializing in astrology, numerology, tarot, palmistry and much more Gem and crystal area- Lisa will have the stones and crystals listed on our website for purchase. If you need any help with the meaning of the gems for healing purposes and their uses, Lisa can help and you can also sit in on the lecture Maria will give in the afternoon.

Free Lecture Listings
9:30a.m. - Carol Ball
10:30a.m. - Lyn Hunter
12 noon - Donna Nardone
1:30p.m . Maria Shaw - Soul Mates and Past Life Loves
3p.m. - Maria Shaw Metaphysical Potpourri Working with the Moon; finding your Lucky Days, Love Days, Crystal cures and uses.

Readers Available
JR - intuitive medium from the Chicago area
JoAnn Seckus - palmistry and angel cards from the Chicago area
Donna - astrology, cards, palms and more from Detroit
Charee' - cards, dreams, past, present and future, love from Alabama
Amy Donahue - Ghost and pet psychic, card reader, palms from Michigan
Carol Ball - Channeling her spirit guide Jacob, intuitive medium from Caro MI
Hazel Thompson - Card readings, intuitive, 3rd generation Native American reader/healer, reiki master from Lapeer MI
Mark Potter - Intuitive and spiritual counseling from Lapeer MI
Lyn Hunter - Angel expert and readings from Toronto Canada
Jamie Malag - Reiki, healing touch, essential oils

Vendor area - Over 500 pieces of gemstone jewelry, rocks, stones and more. New age books, Maria's 2007 moon calendar and complete collection of her 8 books and tarot kit. Buddha statues, unique jewelry, cards and so much more. It's like one new age store at the fair!

The Numerology of 2007

What does 2007 hold in store when we look at the new year from a numerological perspective?

The 2007 represents the number 9.

If you take the year and reduce it down to a single digit as such: 2+0+0+7=9

The Number 9 is about endings. But with endings come new beginnings. 2007 is a very karmic year. It is a time that we will receive the karma from the good or the bad we have done. It is likely we see will more break-ups. Hollywood has already set that trends with so many celebrities filing for divorce or cutting ties. It's out with the old and in with the new!

From a personal standpoint, you could be cleaning house yourself this year. Each of us will probably have an ending of some sort to deal with this year. Now that may be a good thing or bad things, depending on your perception. It may also have to do a lot with the karma you've laid surrounding the situation too. So you want to look at 2007 as year of completion. What you have started in the year of 1998 will probably come full circle now. Did you begin a relationship that year? Perhaps you started work for a new company? Maybe you went back to school part-time and are just now finishing your degree. I also look at this Nine Cycle as a chance to go back over the past and revisit the things you would like or need to re-do. For some of you, that may mean a second chance in a relationship.

I expect a lot of spiritual growth this year under the influence of the Number 9 year. There will be more and more people looking to a higher power for knowledge, direction and wisdom. This new year will move quickly by so if you are one of those folks who have a lot to let go of, you'll be able to sooner than later. Try hard not to hold on too tightly to things you really need to release because then the energy and the force of the Number Nine may not be pleasant to deal with. Learn to let go and let be. It'll be much easier and you will be glad you did. Many will feel as if the weight of the world has been lifted off their shoulders!

Nice Letters We Get

Maria,
Just had to send a note letting you know your article about the 3 lessons to be learned from past life is one of the best I've ever seen from you. Sure you've touched on that topic before, but this month's article had a clarity and cadence of delivery that flowed and is bound to touch a lot of lives & souls. Great job!
Kathy

These are from people who had the 1 Question Readings via emai

Thank you, Maria, for getting back to me so quickly. Your words of encouragement brought me to tears. It has been a challenging past couple of years but with many blessings too. I have been looking for someone as a regular (annual/bi-annual) psychic. I know you are busy but if you still have openings at any of the Lapeer area fairs (within an hour or so of), I would love to get a full reading. Do let me know ASAP. I hope this note finds you well and warm. Thank you again for the gift of hope! I am very, very appreciate to hear such uplifting news at this time. Best wishes...Deb

Dear Maria,
I knew you had a message for me! Thanks for giving me a road map for 2007. I now know what I need to do to make things happen. There was a line in your email that really hit home: Right now with sat un retrograde in your house of career, you may feel as if everything is at a standstill. How did you know? Ever since November, I have felt stuck. Since I started writing, things were happening: Boom! Boom! Then nothing. But since Jupiter left Scorpio and entered Sag I have been more optimistic.
I would recommend the Ask Maria one question to anybody. You got back to me within 24 hours. The reading was very detailed; and as always, it was brimming with advice. I read it every day so I stay focused.
I will keep you posted with the results. Hope to see you soon.
Warmest Regards,
Helen Reading

Dear Maria
The information that you supplied to me in order to cope with this terrible situation was of great comfort to me. You words helped me to get through this in one piece.
Thank you!
Marcia

Note from Maria to StarScopers:
For those of you who have never tried the 1 Question email reading, one of my clients who has, so graciously allowed me to use her letter to share with you. It gives you an idea of the questions and the replies can be. Most people ask about money and love. But I really thought this letter would hit home with many of you in some way. That's why I've chosen to include it here.Many of us can relate to a special person who has come into our life, only to leave or the relationship itself changes in some way. Here's her question and my response.

Dear Maria...
I had a very special friend for 6 years who has drifted away when I thought he'd always be there. Birthdate: August 23 1965, Toledo, Ohio. My birthdate; June 21 1956 2:01 p.m., Detroit MI. Was he in my past & is he in my future?
From Lisa

Dear Lisa -
This guy was only supposed to be your life for the time that he was. He was one of those "Saturn" people; one of the spiritual "guests" you allowed on your path for support, spiritual growth, etc, You mentioned the last 6 years....well about 6 years ago, you started an amazing and a challenging cycle due to the planet Saturn....it began a transit in the 9th house of your chart back in the spring of 1990 or 1991 (somewhere around there). This was the beginning of a spiritual growth/enlightenment period for you that peaked around July 2005....but is within range until August 2007. It has been a very karmic time.

By this time, you may notice your friend has drifted completely away from you. The reason? He was a fated relationship who was supposed to appear in your life during this specific Saturn period. And nothing more. He shows up in your house of spiritual teachers and spiritual support. You may have learned a great deal about yourself by knowing him. His presence in your life, could have been a source of emotional or spiritual support. Just knowing he was there, may have been a sense of support. In subtle ways, he could have been a great teacher for you.

Every time we go through a major Saturn cycle, which is a very karmic one indeed, someone new enters your life that is here to assist you on your path. These people often appear out of nowhere and when their mission or soul contract with you is complete, they kind of drift away. This is what is happening in your case. You can't hold on to him because his mission is complete. There is nothing to hold you together any longer. You will feel a loss with this because he has been such a strong subtle support for some of the most challenging periods in your life and the cycles that offered you so much growth.

It's comfortable knowing he's there. But you no longer need him. I know that sounds so sad but this is the soul agreement between you and he. I know this because of the period that he appeared in your life and the time frame in which he is drifting away. Honor that relationship and let it go. On a mundane level, he may have other interests, other loves, new circumstance that fill his hours and days. We could say he just lost interest,. But the truth is from a spiritual perspective, the spiritual agreement between his soul and yours is complete. It's time to let go. Mission accomplished. You have gown so much over the past few years. He has helped you on your path by being there. Honor that and let it be. You are changed because of knowing him, probably for the better.

Love, Maria
(do you mind if I use your letter and change the names? I want to include it in an upcoming newsletter, I think it will help a lot of people understand why some relationships ends)

Dear Maria;
It's funny but I knew some day he'd move on but for awhile he meant the world to me. He helped me through some extremely volatile times and he was my only means of spiritual support. It's very sad - last year was a very sad year for me saying goodbye to some good friends and I have a very hard time letting go. He moved on and my thoughts and feelings were that she came into his life to teach him some lessons. I really can't see that working out but there's a reason for it - I'm sure of it. I don't mind you using anything I write to you as long as the names are changed. Thanks again for your help Maria.

Hope to see many of you this month! Maria

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