Hello StarScopers

I have the article many of you have asked about: Saturn In Virgo, what does it means for each of us? There's an exciting tour I have planned for you all to the Edgar Cayce Institute in January where you can get ESP testing and education. I also have the complete Cosmic Connection Convention schedule as well as 5 FREE Scholarships to give out to the Convention. But first, here's where we'll be:

Upcoming Events

This Coming Saturday, September 8th - Lapeer Center Building, Lapeer MI - 10a.m. to 5p.m
Our Fall psychic fair season kicks off with your fav readers and new gems and crystals as well as the debut of my new book Sun Signs! Admission $5/Readings $10

Saturday Sept 15 - Saginaw Holiday Inn Express 10a.m. to 5p.m. Admission $5/readings $10

Sunday Sept 16 - Bay City-Under the Sun on Euclid North of Wilder Road 11a.m. to 5p.m 989-667-5380 for details. This is the only fair in Bay City this year so come out and see us.

Saturday Sept 22 - Port Huron Comfort Inn 10am. To 5p.m. Admission $5/Readings $10

And our BIGGEST EVENT of 2007 - Our First Annual Cosmic Connections Convention and Psychic Fair....September 28- 30th

Midland Valley Plaza Inn - Midland MI. We have added space to accommodate the overwhelming response! I set an attendance goal in April and we have surpassed it! I do not want to turn anyone away that wishes to join us so we have added two more rooms for lectures and space. Walk-ins are welcome and day passes will be sold at the Greeter Table with Lisa. But if you want to register for the discounted rate, please call 810-631-6887 and get your name on the list. Everyone who registers by September 5th, will get the discounted rate and receive a free tote. Register by September 10th and save $24. Day Passes $50. Regular price for all 3 days $149.00 after September 10th. We have psychics coming in from all over the country to also give readings in The Muses Hall, open to, even those of you, who are not attending the classes but want to get readings. The admission charge for just readings is $5. Readings are extra. This is a chance to see psychics we work with around the country, all in one place!

Cosmic Connection Convention Schedule of Events

Two Lecture Tracks on Friday and Sunday; Metaphysical and Body, Mind and Soul (Holistic Healing). On Saturday - One lecture track; Metaphysical. Be sure you check the special evening classes for all at the end of Track 2.

Friday September 28th

9a.m. to 10a.m. Check in, see a reader or body worker, ask questions, visit the Psychic Fun Fair, Mystic Shops and Muses Hall open all day from 9a.m to 11p.m.

Conference Track 1 Metaphysical

10:00a.m. - 11:30a.m. How To Read the Tarot with Allie from Ohio. Allie is a descendent of the Romania Gypsies. Just think...you can learn how to read the cards from a real Gypsy! Sharing secrets handed down from her grandmother and other gifted family members, Allie will teach you the basics of the ancient card interpretation. This class is for beginners as well as advanced tarot connoisseurs.

11:50 to 1:05p.m. - Numerology and Names with Jean Wallis (Minneapolis)

What does your name say about you? What does it reveal? Author Jean Wallis will explore the hidden power, magic and destiny in your name. Find out how a person‘s name shapes their future. Discover how to choose the best name for a child, a business or even yourself. Decipher the Universe's codes. Everyday we see numbers everywhere. Do you constantly see the same ones over and over again? Do you understand that using number patterns is one way the Universe can send us messages? Yes, numbers/numerology can reveal your destiny!

Break for lunch

2:00 - 3:30p.m. - Astrology with Donna Nardone (Detroit, MI) - Studying and interpreting astrological charts for over 25 years, Donna will share with beginners the basic elements of this ancient science. Learn about houses, planets, signs and how astrology works; tying everything in your life together in one neat package! If you've ever wanted to learn about astrology, but felt it overwhelming, then this is the class for you. Donna will make astrology, simple, plain and fun!

4:00-5:30p.m. Dream Magic; Dreams and Interpretation with Betty Roberts (Detroit, MI). Join Betty in exploring the different types of dreams and their meanings. From nightmares to visitations from the other side, warning dreams to prophetic ones and those crazy dreams we have when we've eaten a bad pizza before bed...Betty will discuss them all! Dreams are our subconscious' way of sending us important messages. Learn how to understand and interpret yours. Near the end of the class, other experts will join Betty in a panel discussion where we will take questions from the audience who wish to share a dream and receive an interpretation. Bring your dream to class!

Conference Track 2 Holistic Health and Healing Body Mind and Spirit

10a.m. to 11:30a.m. - Healing with the Angels with Toronto Canada's Angelogolist Angelyn Hunter. Our physically and emotional well being are so closely associated with our spiritually well being. Canada's healing arts and angel expert Angelyn Hunter, will show us way to communicate, call on and allow our heavenly angelic friends to aid us in healing your relationships, our physical concerns and our hearts. Learn how to connect with your angelic guides and specifically how to utilize their heavenly energy to heal your head,, heart and human spirit. An angel mediation will also be included in this workshop

11:50a.m. to 1:05p.m. - "Being the Magic in your Life" with Elaine Boyd (Minneapolis, MN) who is an Access Learning Facilitator and internationally trained teacher. Elaine offers 10 years experience in personal growth and creating life as we KNOW it can be!- This class is all about creating the life you desire and have always known you could have but couldn't figure out how to get there! Elaine will also include a spiritual "clearing" of your energy field, that will remove the obstacles which limit the potential to create harmony, happiness and see your wildest dreams come true!

Break for lunch

2:00-3:30p.m. Meditation, Schmeditation....Make it easy on yourself.

Learn how to Meditate with Hazel Thompson (Lapeer MI).

So many clients have told me that they find it difficult to quiet their mind enough to meditate. Hazel will share some tips and techniques to help you relax your body, mind and soul, and in turn, getting you to the point where you can establish that meditative state. For beginners and advanced guests, Hazel's soothing voice and passionate desire to humbly share her healing spirit, makes this class a "must" for anyone desiring to connect with their higher self

4p.m. - 5:30p.m. Jamie Malag, R.N., Reiki Master (Chicago Ill) and Jenny Moss, RRT, Reiki Master,(Indianapolis Indiana)

Basic Medical Astrology and the Exploration of Spiritual Anatomy

Join Jamie and Jenny in learning the very basics of medical astrology. Each astrological sign corresponds to a part of the body. Come and learn what your sign is and which areas of your body may be prone to being weak. Explore the basics of chakras (energy centers) and the effects they have on the body. Learn how a "spiritual tune-up" can enhance and strengthen the body through using various methods such as Reiki, essential oils, pendulums, rods, and sage. Free flowing energy is necessary to realign, support and balance our body emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually. We welcome you to join our fun - filled informational session that will help to enhance the quality of YOUR life!

Break for dinner and private readings

7:30p.m. - 9:30p.m. - Past Lives and Present Loves with Maria Shaw

Ever met someone and instantly felt a special connection? Have you found your soul mate yet? Maria, the author of Soul Mates and Cell Mates, shares her insight into past lives and soul mate connections. Learn about the different connections we have with the special people in our lives. Explore the theory of past life connections, karma, soul groups and soul mates. There will be a meditation at the end of the lecture that reveals your true soul mate.

9:30p.m. - 11p.m. - Candlelight readings at special prices.

After the lecture, indulge in a candlelight reading with one of the amazing psychics available. Or wind down with a relaxing body massage before you retire for the evening with Diana Morgan and her team of experts from FSTM. Can you imagine a soothing meditation followed by a massage? Then allow yourself to drift off to sleep in the comfort of your cozy room.

You can prescheduled massages and readings or just walk up.

Saturday September 29

Psychic Fun Fair, Mystic Shops and Muses Hall open all day from 8a.m to 11p.m.

Conference Track 1 Metaphysical

9:00a.m. to 10:30a.m. Connecting with your Angels with Angel Artist Paulette Salois (Minnesota). Learn how you can connect with your angels and receive their loving, inspirational messages. Paulette has appeared in New York City, on the same bill as former Vice President Al Gore as well as other major venues around the country. You will be able to view some of Paulette's angelic work in The Muses Hall and if you like, enjoy a session with this very talented lady. During her presentation, Paulette will teach you how to connect with your angels and interpret, understand and use the information they give you for your highest good. A very special and inspirational lady.....we are honored to have Paulette with us!

11a.m. to 12:30p.m. How to Use a Pendulum with Jean Wallis, (Minneapolis MN) - We all have problems, questions and dilemmas. Agreed? Well, we also have a special energy tool we can easily use to access the answers we seek. Jean will show everyone how to work and use a pendulum. She'll demonstrate the proper use of dowsing and how you can get an answer to any question you will ever ask in this lifetime! You will learn how to use the pendulum to receive yes and no answers, to make choices that are for your highest good as well as keep you from making huge mistakes. Expect audience participation, lots of laughter and fun as Jean mixes her contagious sense of humor with a dose of ancient, mystical teaching! We have pendulums for a very small cost in the Muses Hall for this class.

Break for lunch and readings

2:00 p.m. - 3:15pm. - The Father of Holistic Medicine and Medical Intuitive; the Life and Times of Edgar Cayce- Dr. Reverend Midge Miller, (Glennie MI )- Dr. Miller will give a presentation on Cayce, the sleeping prophet. This is a lecture you do not want to miss! Rev. Miller is a wonderful and enthusiastic speaker as well as a knowledgeable teacher. She is also a medical intuitive, just as Edgar Cayce was and will explore and demonstrate her gift. There may also be time for body scanning and readings for select members of the audience. Midge will also talk about some of the Cayce readings and prophecies.

4:00-5:30p.m - Face Reading with Diana Morgan, (Flint MI) - Owner and Director of the Flint School of Therapeutic Massage - Learn the basic techniques of face reading. You can easily determine a person's nature, attitude, intellect, etc. based on understanding the structure of the face; eyes, nose, ears, shape etc. This class also offers free readings to select members of the audience. You will find this class fascinating!

Break for dinner

7:30p.m.-9:30p.m.The Psychic Circle - Join our intuitive, psychics and seers in John Edward style gallery readings. As individuals and as a group, the psychics will pick members of the audience to share messages they are channeling and receiving from loved ones who have passed over. Come with an open mind and an open heart! There may be a message for you!

9:30p.m. - 11p.m. - Candlelight readings and massage. Sit with your favorite psychic. Choose from one of the many intuitive tarot, card, palm and psychic readers available from all over the country. Relax with massage, reflexology or shiatsu from FSTM. Try an icon cleansing treatment.

Sunday September 30

Psychic Fun Fair, Mystic Shops and Muses Hall open all day from 8a.m to 6p.m.

Track 1 - Metaphysical

9a.m - 10:30a.m. How to Jumpstart a Spiritual Growth"; with Monica Tokarczyk (Detroit MI) is an instructor at The Integrated Studies of Sedona in Sedona, AZ. Monica will talk about grounding yourself, giving gratitude, trying different healing modalities, meditation, crystals for healing, being kind and gentle to yourself. I was reading up on the course description for this class and boy, is it jam-packed with so much useful and enlightening information, that it will be interesting to see if you all can get through it in the allotted time for class! This is your EVERYTHING class!

11a.m. - 12:30p.m. The Age of the Soul with Vonne (Minnesota). How old of a soul do you think you are? Do you feel as if you are on this earth plane for a very specific reason or rather several lessons? We are all here to play the role of the student or the teacher. Our souls grow with each and every experience. Through this lecture, you can and will find out what lifetime you are living in and the lesson associated with it!

1:00p.m. - 2:15p.m. -Palm reading 101 with Joann Seckus, (Chicago Ill) - Wash your hands and come to class! Learn what the lines in your palms reveal about your personality and your future. Are you destined to marry more than once? How many children will you have? How strong is you love line? When will you move or travel? Do you have psychic powers? The lines in your hands can reveal so much about your past, present and future. Time lines will be broken down so you can predict your life path up to age 70 and beyond! Joann has used her wit and wisdom to teach hundreds of guests on cruise ships and in Chicago metaphysical schools.

3:30p.m.- 4:15p.m. Maria Shaw's Sun Signs and Astrological Predictions for The Fall and 2008 - Join Maria for some insight into her latest book simply titled "Sun Signs". Her latest release is a great guide for beginners and lovers of astrology who want to find out more about each member of the zodiac sign. Maria will also reveal her astrological predictions for all twelve of the signs.

Track 2 - Holistic Health; Body, Mind and Spirit

8:30a.m. Prayer Circle for World Peace and our Special Intentions

In Muses Hall led by Maria Shaw and Rev. Carol Ball

9a.m. to 10:30a.m.- Carol Ball-The Healing Power of Crystals. Learn how to use crystals and gems to enhance your healing and health, draw love and prosperity to you and much more. Using the crystals, Carol will also work with your group to release blockages and negative energy from your auric field. Learn what the gemstones can do for you!

11a.m. To 12:30p.m. - Be a Survivor, Never a Victim! With Bonnie Broel of New Orleans, LA - You've read about this remarkable woman in many of our Katrina newsletters. You may have attended one of our events at her magnificent mansion in the Garden District. Now you can meet Bonnie and listen to her personal story at the Cosmic Connections Convention! Her life is a example of how all of us can "choose" to survive and grow during times of crisis, rather than becoming a victim. She beat terminal cancer. She caught a cheating husband in the "act". She built an empire in the southern fashion world and saw the rise and fall of her businesses, her relationships and her eventful life. Through it all, she used spirituality as a guide. With every challenge, she came a stronger, more determined soul. Bonnie will share her story of survival, joy and transformation with Conference attendees. You should not miss her talk! She will also hold a book signing.

Break for Lunch of Muses Hall

2:00p.m. - 3:00p.m. Reconnective Healing, What is it? With Hazel Thompson, (Lapeer MI)- It's sweeping the country! And even though not as many people know about Reconnective Healing as expert practitioners could like, there are those like Hazel, who are sharing this phenomenal work that can and will make a huge difference in your healing processes on all levels.

3:30p.m.- 4:15p.m. Maria Shaw's Sun Signs and Astrological Predictions for The Fall and 2008 - Join Maria for some insight into her latest book simply titled "Sun Signs". Her latest release is a great guide for beginners and lovers of astrology who want to find out more about each member of the zodiac sign. Maria will also reveal her astrological predictions for all twelve of the signs.

Closing mediation and remarks

4:30 to 6p.m. Last chance to get a reading or do some last minute shopping!

In the Muses Hall

The following will be available for individual readings, You can choose to make a prior appointment when you register at the Greeter Desk upon check in or you can just do walk in readings. If you are not attending the Convention but just want to come in for readings, you can do so with a $5 admission to the Muses Hall. Readings are extra.

Holly, Chicago, Ill - Spirit Art - Readings by journaling your inner spirit and guides.
Charee - dreams, past, present, future, love, cards
Jackie - numerology, tarot, love advisor
Brenda - numerology, tarot and more
Hazel Thompson - psychic readings
Joann Seckus - palms and angel cards
Betty - dreams, tarot, psychic readings
Monica - intuitive, cards and more
Elaine - tarot and intuitive
Allie -cards, psychic readings
Jean - spiritual counseling
Dr. Rev. Midge - Reiki, spiritual counseling, tarot
Donna - astrology, palm, tarot
Lyn Hunter - angel readings
Carol Ball- channeling her spirit guide "Jacob"
Paulette - angel artistry
Vonne - past life readings

Body Workers
Flint School of Therapeutic Massage is the Official Cosmic Connection Convention Wellness Partner featuring: Reflexology sessions, chair massage, table massage, icon cleansing and more.

W are also honored to have the following healers with us:

Jamie and Jenny - Reiki sessions
Hazel - Reconnect sessions and reiki

Note from Maria

I am always one who believes in giving back to the universe.

We have made the Cosmic Connection Convention affordable to most all but I know there are folks out there who are struggling financially and the price is still out of their reach. Among them are folks who need to attend this conference. So I am offering to make 5 scholarships available to people who would love to come but cannot afford to. All they would have to do is pay a very small material fee and they can attend the 3 day conference. I will keep your identity private. If you know anyone or you are someone who would love to attend but are without financial means to do, so please contact me at askmariashaw@aol.com. Tell me why you would be interested in coming. I will make a selection before September 15th and notify you. You would be responsible for your transportation, your accommodations if you choose to stay overnight and material fees.

Astro News

Hey, anyone out there that feels as if they're going nowhere? Like nothing is going right? Maybe you broke off a relationship, then lost your job or had something irritating happen to you that you couldn't control. With Venus retrograde, until Sept 8th, it's very likely that whatever you lost will come back...eventually. It could take a little while, but it could. When it does, it's likely to be different in some way. Say, you lost a job and then someone will call you out of the blue with another one! Or you boyfriend broke the relationship off and now wants to return. If someone you loaned money to skips town, you maybe that money back from another source, in a another way.

With Venus retrograde, many of you have seen the return of an old love or perhaps just have been rehashing and thinking about an old relationship. So this crazy cycle that we're going through will end soon! You are not alone and the end is near so hang in there a few more days!

August 28th there was a lunar eclipse in Pisces and on September 11th we have a solar eclipse. Both of these eclipses have a lot to do with news of family or health concerns. If you have a planet in your natal chart around 4 or 5 degrees Pisces or Virgo, the August 28th eclipse is bring a major event to your life. If you have something that is around the same degree in Gemini or Sagittarius, you will also be more affected by this eclipse than most. Sometimes, the eclipse will give us a clue as to what is going on way ahead of time, about a month before, you could understand what the eclipse wishes to bring you. The aftermath can be up to 3 weeks and three months in some cases, up to a year. The August 28th eclipse was extra crazy because Mars squared Mercury, the Moon and Mars, while opposing Jupiter. I was in Flint last week doing a fair and told many clients to watch their driving. There was more accidents and crazy drivers out on the roads then. Also look back at the weather patterns we were experiencing around the eclipse; the floods in Ohio and Minnesota as well as the hurricane in the Caribbean. It almost hit Cancun. Pisces is ruled by Neptune (water) so no wonder we had so many floods and rain storms. Also how many of you found water leaks in your home?

Nice Letters We Get

Thanks Maria.
I so appreciate your sharing and enlightening us with such valuable information. It is so true and the news of what you share expands so far and tells a lot. I too believe that Katrina is very significant and an indication of the needed healing of our planet. All of us were affected by it and many lightworkers responded as needed. There is so much work to do and sending out love to the universe is certainly a big step in the right direction.
A StarScoper

Hi Maria,
Just wanted to let you know that your book, "Sun Signs" is a great read! My family and I had a few chuckles and felt you had described us all to a tee. You are one of the best astrologers out there! I hope you will write more books like your Sun Sign book. You are an amazing writer, and you seem to have a knack with teaching something that seems so complicated, you make it easy to follow and comprehend. I look forward to your next book! Great work!
-Samantha

Start Your New Year off Right
Make this a special gift to yourself.....
This is a Once in a Lifetime Experience, an amazing special event designed just for you.
As low as $249 per person!

Edgar Cayce Institute hosted by Maria Shaw
Develop Your Psychic Powers and Intuition

4 days, 3 nights, January 10-13 2008, Virginia Beach, VA

It is such an honor to announce that I have been asked to speak at the Edgar Cayce institute. I have worked closely with the faculty of the institute to put together an intensive and in-depth four day experience to develop and heighten your intuition and psychic abilities. This tour is for professional psychics, healers as well as beginners who would love to learn more. Everyone is welcome! Working with the Edgar Cayce faculty, we are organizing a spiritual and educational weekend based on the Cayce teachings, readings and prophecies, exclusive to our group. All members of our group will also be tested by the Institute for their ESP levels. You will attend classes taught by Cayce's faculty, including the Director. You will also get a chance to do your own research in the library, which is the second largest metaphysical library in the world, next to the Vatican. There will be time to research in between class and activities

Who Was Edgar Cayce?

He was an average man in most respects but throughout his life he manifested one of the most remarkable psychic talents of all time. He was able to enter into a self induced trance which enabled him to place his mind in contact with an unlimited source of information. While asleep, he could answer questions or give accurate predictions on any topic. More than 14,000 of his sessions which we call readings have stood the test of intensive research. Given the name and location of any person, anywhere in the world, he could correctly describe the person; condition and outline a treatment plan. The consistent accuracy of his diagnoses and effectiveness of his treatments he prescribed made him a medical phenomena and the father of holistic medicine. Cayce's readings expanded to include such subjects as world religious dreams, history, the missing years of Jesus, soul growth, reincarnation and psychic development.

Tentative schedule:

Jan 10th, Thursday

Arrival at Hotel no later than 12 noon

Arrive at Cayce Institute 1:00p.m.

1:15p.m.-1:45p.m. Movie on the life of Edgar Cayce .

2:00p.m.-2:45p.m. Tour - A guide will give us a personal tour of the Institute so you understand how to use the library and other resources.

2:50p.m.-3:30p.m. Walk the Cayce Labyrinth with institute expert- Release and Receive answers you seek. Connect with your higher self!

3:30p.m.-5p.m. Your first Lecture: Cayce Prophecies and Earth changes

5p..m.-8p.m. Your free time. You can spend it at the Library for research or revisit some areas you found fascinating on your tour. I was so excited to find my book on the shelves! Explore any medical ailment and look for suggested healings in the Cayce readings. Research any topic you wish. Scan the book shelves. Pour over any of the 14,000 readings or schedule Holistic tic Spa Services with professional applications recommend in the Edgar Cayce readings OR Enjoy the serenity of the outside meditation garden that includes a Japanese bridge over a lily pond, a waterfall, an a bamboo grove. Take a few moments to relax in the peaceful atmosphere of the meditation room overlooking the ocean.

8p.m.-11p.m.. Psychic Fun Fair at the Wyndham

January 11th, Friday

7:30a.m.-8:30a.m. - Early breakfast at Hotel

9a.m. - Reincarnation Class

10:00a.m. - Dream Class taught by Kevin Todeschi who is President and CEO of Edgar Cayce's A.R.E. (Association for Research and Enlightenment.)

Noon - 12:30p.m. Meditation overlooking the ocean

2p.m. - Universal Laws Lecture

3:30p.m.-4:30p.m.ESP Testing - This will take an hour. Everyone of us will have a chance to test our ESP in a specially designed environment just for our us.

Break for dinner on your own

Maria Shaw lecture 7:30p.m. - Cayce Institute - Public welcome

January 12th, Saturday

9a.m.-10:30a.m.- Cayce on Atlantis Lecture

11a.m.-12:30p.m.- Ashaskic Records Class

11a.m.-5p.m. Psychic Fair at The Wyndham

Library Research time, spa services, meditation room

3:30p.m-5p.m. - Cayce - Health suggestions, Medical intuition

January 13, Sunday - 12 noon - Center opens - FREE DAY Suggestions:

Noon to 1p.m. - Meditation Class in the Mini Auditorium-open to public

3:30p.m.-4:30p.m. - Daily Lecture - TBA - open to the public

Stay as long as you would like until the Center closes at 5p.m.

Price based on number of person in room; per person:

Single: $429 per person for non-ocean front
Double: $299 per person for non-ocean front
Three: $269 per person for non-ocean front
Quad: $249 per person for non-ocean view

Ocean front views available for $20 more per person

Price includes 3 nights lodging, continental breakfast at the Wynham each day, all classes, lectures, activities, admission the Psychic Fairs and Maria Shaw's special Friday night event at the Edgar Cayce Institute.

Does not include Spa treatments and transportation. Non refundable deposit of $99 due upon booking to hold your space. Deposits non refundable but transferable. Call Maria at 810-631-6887 to reserve your space!

We have 16 rooms available as 4 have already been spoken for out of the 20! Call today to hold your space with a deposit! 810-631-6887

Saturn in Virgo; what does it mean for each of us?
Copyright Maria Shaw 2007

You have read about the new transit of Saturn into Virgo coming up September 2 in past newsletters. I have received many letters from people wanting me to write about the significance of Saturn in Virgo for each member of the zodiac sign and what it means. This article is based on sun sign astrology so if you know your rising sign, you should read it too. The exact dates for Saturn in Virgo are September 2 2007 - October 29, 2009 and at that point Saturn will go into Libra but it does retrograde back into Virgo for a short time and these dates are April 8, 2010 through July 22, 2010. Then Saturn will be completely finished with Virgo for 29 years.

Saturn comes around to visit each zodiac sign about every 2.5 years. We are all affected by his visit. He is here to teach and challenge us so we can grow on many levels. But Saturn also helps us get rid of what we don't need in our lives to make room for something better. Many of us hang onto things that are uncomfortable because they are comfortable in some way. For many of you Pisces, it may be a relationship this year, that has run its course. You are hanging on because you are fearful of being alone. The most important thing to remember is that Saturn is like a strict teacher and he will reward us for passing his tests when we complete them. These tests usually hit three times. The first test is an introduction to a problem; something we probably knew was bad for us, but we choose to live with anyway. We are presented with the problem and made to feel uncomfortable. During the second test, we are pressured by the energy of the universe to make a change or let go. If we do not, the pressure persists. The third hit, usually finds resolution for us. But if you do not make the resolution on your own, Saturn will make it for you and you may not enjoy how he handles it! Again, at the end of the cycle there is a big reward for all of your hard work. Let's find out what your lesson is as well as the reward you can hope to expect if you pass Saturn's tests.

These four signs will be most effected by Saturn's visit because he will conjunct, oppose or square their sign/rising sign

Virgo - Your while life is coming under scrutiny and you will be evaluated by Saturn for the job you are doing. If there are any areas of your life that need healing, helping, releasing, fixing, etc, expect problems and issues to pop up in them. Saturn may zap your vitality now so it is not a good idea to take on a lot of things,. You will begin to clean house and clean your plate, symbolically speaking. Expect changes in almost every area of your life; marriage, relationships, family, money,health, work, friends, etc. You will work hard for everything you get. Keep your eye on the prize because you, more than most any sign, stand the most of lose but also to GAIN. So yes, even though you will be tested, challenged and possibly put through the wringer, you stand to gain the most, by transforming your life for the better. Whatever lessons you need to learn, will be put in place very soon. Embrace them and look at this cycle as a period of major spiritual growth and karma pay off. The affects will be different for all Virgos. When Saturn was in Cancer (I am Cancer) I did not have too many problems. But my dog died and I lost my TV Guide Channel contract after a year when my producer was let go. It was very disappointing. I was more tired than usual and at times a felt a little depressed but nothing really really bad happened to me and I certainly did not have the types of issues to deal with that many other Cancers went through. Some lost jobs, husbands, houses and friendships.We all had to work harder than usual but we noticed we were all releasing things from our lives that were actually holding us back in some way too. Saturn will also help you lose weight. I lost 40 pounds from April through August when Saturn was in my sign. So, Virgo, I do not want you to be scared of Saturn, but I want you to be aware that there could be more challenges than not. You may feel like you are working harder to maintain and hold onto things that are not worth holding onto. Release them. I received a big reward a few weeks after Saturn left Cancer. I was able to get a plot of land for a vacation home on Mackinac Island! I had always wanted that and I believe it was a true gift from the universe for all of my hard work. When Saturn leaves your sign, you will look back and say to yourself "Whew! I have been though a lot but I am stronger and better because of it". This could be one of the best or one of the worst cycles in your life. It is your choice on how you want to live it.

Pisces - Your relationships will be under scrutiny. Some will last and others end. The ones that are meant to end will, so let them go, trusting that the universe will bring you something better and brighter! If you are a single Pisces, you could meet someone who you will choose to marry OR you could tie yourself up with a real bum because Saturn is here to teach you lessons about love. You may not feel as if you always getting the support from others during Saturn's visit but you will release negative people from your life and not put up with people taking advantage of you any longer. You will draw more positive people to you and healthier relationships as Saturn cleans house!

Sagittarius - Saturn will be in the 10th house of your solar chart and he works very well there. You could achieve great fame and fortune on the job front but also be working very hard to get to the top. If you have worked diligently since 2001, you will now be in a position to receive some great rewards in the workplace. You will continue to work hard and set foundations. You may be offered a new job with lots of responsibilities. You will have to prove you are worthy of it and work hard for the next two years. But you can do it! If you are in a dead end job and can no longer grow as a person, then you may lose your position or the pressures there may cause you to quit or look for new employment. Also on Saturn squares to your sun and rising sign, you would be well advised to get more sleep. You may feel less energy than usual.

Gemini - Your responsibilities on the home front increase now. With Saturn in Virgo you may be concerned with an elderly person and a younger person in the family. Also, many Gemini may look at relocating, moving or remodeling their homes. They also may have family struggles to deal with. However, the aspects to the 4th house also have much to do on a spiritual level with your soul. The 4th House represents the seat of the soul so you are changing on a very deep level. There is much growth on a spiritual level over the course of the next several years. This Saturn in Virgo cycle is also a time to take stock of family relationships. When I went through this cycle years ago, we moved from Flint MI to a very upscale area; Bloomfield Hills. I also left my television journalism career and went into metaphysics. My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer and I had a child. Yes, there were a lot of activates and added responsibilities regarding family. I had a baby and within 4 days of getting out of the hospital, I was at the hospital with my mother who was undergoing a biopsy. You like, the Agitators will have Saturn square your sign so make sure you get plenty of rest.

Here are the other signs and how they will be most affected. Again, if you know your rising sign, you should read it for more accuracy.

Aries - Saturn in Virgo will fall in your solar Sixth House which has to do with health, co-workers, pets and service to others. Your responsibilities will lie mainly in those areas. You may have struggles with nasty co workers or find yourself working amongst a group of incompetent people so your workload becomes heavier. You may feel as if you have a lot of daily chores on your plate and will certainly learn to multi task. But Saturn is helping you get quite a bit accomplished too. You will learn how to deal with difficult personalities. You will learn more patience and how to multi task. You will learn what you are truly made of and that you can accomplish a great deal. An ex may return and you could rehash what went wrong. You may have older pets that need tending to or you could welcome a new pet into the family. This is also a cycle in which one should safeguard their health. If you have any health problems that crop up now, it may be something that has been underlying and now you should be thankful that you get a chance to deal with it and begin the healing process. You cannot ignore a health issue now. If for years, you had been putting off wearing glasses, Saturn may force you to get some sexy specs!

Taurus - Saturn in Virgo will make a nice aspect called a "trine" to your sun sign so you may benefit from this Saturn visit in many ways. The challenge will be to your Fifth House in your chart, which has to do with children, love affairs (not marriage), gambling and recreation. Unless you make time to schedule fun activities and hobbies into your jam packed schedule, you may feel as if you are never having any fun! Also if you have children, your responsibilities lie with them. You may be concerned with at least one's trials in life. Sometimes it is best to step back and allow them to work through their own karma but you still may worry about them. If single and dating, you are apt to learn some lessons now. If someone disappoints you, chalk the pain up to experience and move on. Now is the not the time to hang on to any bad love affair. You are also being told not to gamble or take unnecessary risks with money. Your investments may not pay off as you would like. It is better to sit on your investments if they are expected to go back up until this aspect passes.

Cancer - Saturn in Virgo will sextile your sun sign so there will be some blessings and opportunities associated with its visit for Crabs. But as you know there is always a lesson in one area of your life that you must deal with, with any Saturn visit and yours falls in the Third House of your solar chart. You will have concerns with siblings, neighbors and perhaps in-laws. You could also have trouble with your vehicle and put a lot of money into it for repairs. Watch your driving with Saturn in Virgo as you are prone to more fender benders under this transit. Also be extra cautious with communications of all kinds, written and verbal. It may be more difficult to get your point across now and you will need to make sure that any written documents are clearly understood. If this is all you have to worry about Dear Cancer, you can deal with it!

Leo - With Saturn moving out of your sign and into the sign of Virgo, you will no doubt feel a sense of relief as if a heavy load has been lifted off your shoulders. Possibly the only challenge you will have to deal with is concerns of the Second House and this will have to do with money and finances. You will learn to do more with less over the next few years. You will learn the true value of a dollar but more importantly what you value. A Cancer woman who just went through this transit told me recently that she learned what truly mattered in life and that she didn't need certain things/objects to be happy. She learned what was really important to her and how to indulge in simple pleasures. Money will be tighter than usual. You will work more for less and you will find your dollar will not stretch. If you are already experiencing financial difficulties going into this transit, things may worsen. I have seen people file bankruptcy, lose their home or have their car repossessed under this transit. Likewise, I have seen people get through this cycle without a hitch. I remember when I went through it, I worked three jobs and still never had money but I survived it and all was okay. So set money aside for a rainy day fund now because you will have to dip into it!

Libra - Saturn in Virgo will fall in the 12th House of your chart. This means that you will let the past go once and for all. Memories and hurts of the past, that you have been hanging onto, whether subconscious or conscious will rise to the surface and you deal with theses issues once and for all. You may find it necessary also to deal with people and situations from your past that you thought were once settled. This transit also has much to do with the settling of karmic debts. If there are any loose ends that you have left untied, this is the time you come to face to face with your past and your karma. The 12 House is also the house of hidden enemies, so be very aware that there could be some people working behind the scenes against your betterment. As long as you are top of things, they cannot bother you. You may know someone in prison, the hospital or an invalid during this cycle too. Steer clear of problems with big corporations, the government and school systems. You may find yourself in extended periods of isolation or feel the need for privacy more than ever.

Scorpio - Saturn in Virgo will sextile your sign so this could be pretty easy transit but there will be challenges in the area of friendships. You will come to understand who you can depend on and who you can't. You will know who your true friends are and those you are not. Many times, long term friendships run their course during such a transit and it is much harder to keep a challenging one alive during this cycle. If you do find, tension in your friendship circle, then don't push any issues and let this transit pass. You could also have troubles when dealing with groups of people.

Capricorn - Saturn in Virgo will "trine"; make a nice and easy aspect to your sign. However, there will be lessons in matters that pertain to the 9th house of your chart. This house has to do with concerns for your in-laws, older relatives (except parents), challenges with bosses and people in positions of power. You may also have delays and problems with legal matters if you are involved in any. This period would not favor long distance travel to foreign countries unless it was for work. In fact you may be doing more traveling because of your work than usual if your position is inclined to offer it. Your spiritual or religious beliefs may change. You could also find that you reputation at work is rising but at the same time is being challenged. You will have to prove yourself and choose your battles carefully.

Aquarius - Your biggest issue will be financial drain because of Saturn in Virgo. Even if you make plenty of money, it will seem as if there is never enough to go around. You are advised to live within your means and not to create unnecessary debt. For debt could spin out of control these next two years. Unless you can afford it, now is not the time to buy a Gucci bag or a Mercedes or anything that would overextend the seams of your pocketbook.Your partner's income could decline and other means of support that you are dependent on or are looking forward to, could fall short and disappoint. Every time you turn around, you will feel as if someone wants money from you. Your taxes, insurance, heating bills, etc may go up. In other words, there will be bills that you didn't anticipate or plan your budget around, pop up.

All of us, will have issues with Saturn in Virgo. Some of us, will have easier times than others. But knowing what issues are coming, you can stop them for happening or prepare yourself so they are not as surprising or challenging, Forewarned is forearmed. As with any transit, you also have a Jupiter transit....which brings you good luck and balances out the energies delivered by the universe. I will write an article on the good luck you can expect to receive with the new transit of Jupiter in the sign of Capricorn coming this December.

Have a wonderful September. Hope to see many of you this month!
Maria

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