- The Moon is in Aries until 1:23 AM, after which the Moon is in Taurus.
- The Moon is void until 1:23 AM (since yesterday at 3:57 PM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its First Quarter phase.
- The First Quarter Moon occurred on the 26th and the Full Moon will occur on January 1, 2018.
- Mercury is in its post-retrograde shadow until January 10, 2018.
Horoscopes
Aries
Venus newly at the top of your solar chart receives support from the Moon today, dear Aries. You’re looking good now, and you’re inclined to make smart moves with business and money, as well. You’re less focused on emotional whims and more interested in getting comfortable and settling in today. Your money situation, valuables, and comfort needs assume more importance now. While the inclination with this brief transit is to stick with safe, familiar, and comfortable settings and tasks, try to keep the lines of communication open with others today, as there can be valuable things to learn. There can be an exciting connection made with information or a person that illuminates your way on a creative or romantic pursuit.
Taurus
There is a fresh feeling to the morning, dear Taurus, as the Moon moves into your sign and pulls you out of your shell. This transit can bring a pleasant rush of energy to your life and a desire to begin anew or to enjoy a new experience. Emotions are more transparent than they have been in recent days. You incline to go your own way with this transit, but today is excellent for sharing ideas with others, so be sure to let others in. There can be connections made that help further home and family-related goals today, and links can be with people or information that point you in the right direction. The Moon reaches out to the Sun, Saturn, and Venus in your adventure sector, further stimulating a desire to look forward and move on. In fact, you recognize the practical benefits of focusing on the future.
Gemini
The Moon moves into your solar twelfth house early today, dear Gemini, arousing a desire to tuck yourself away. You now begin a short (two-day) cycle that demands some form of withdrawal, retreat, or extra time carved out for rest and reflection. It’s not the best time to “go hard” in your life, so aim to take things easy, contemplate matters, and process recent feelings and events. Nevertheless, the energies of the day put you in a prime position to learn something exciting or valuable about a friendship or cherished project today, so be sure to open up some lines of communication with others. You may very well feel far more in sync than usual with a partner or special friend now.
Cancer
Very early today, the Moon moves into your social sector, dear Cancer, and you begin to more deeply connect with the need for undemanding situations and people around you. You’re seeking light, happy company now, or you’re in a particularly forward-looking mood, and you’re inclined to focus on plans and goals related to personal fulfillment. This positive emotional orientation helps you stay alert to possible opportunities to advance your interests that may arise with Mercury and the North Node in harmony. This can be a time for connecting with the right people or information that support your income, financial state, or current business interests. It’s also a time when helpful clarifications related to work or health are more likely to arrive.
Leo
The Moon moves to the top of your solar chart very early today, dear Leo, and this can put you in a rather earnest, serious, or responsible frame of mind. Career matters, life-path plans, responsibilities, and long-term goals come into stronger focus at this time of the lunar month. You’re also getting noticed, and it’s what you do or what you’ve done that gets the most attention now. As a result, you’re doing some checking in with the rules or your own goals, which in turn can motivate you to push a little more, up your game, and do your best. Today is solid for clarifying a relationship or creative matter. Connections may be made to people or information that help you push your personal plans forward.
Virgo
Very early today, the Moon moves into harmony with your sign and into your house of spirit, dear Virgo. The past couple of days have been valuable for much-needed introspection, but now you’re very interested in what’s to come. You may be seeking some form of escape from the regular. There is more spontaneity in your approach to the day. Even so, you’re in a practical frame of mind. This is one of the clearer times that you’ve had for some time, and family projects or discussions can begin to really move forward – at least, you start to feel that you’re making a whole lot of progress. Conversations may very well lead to important discoveries about yourself and the people you love today.
Libra
The Moon leaves your partnership sector and enters your intimacy sector very early today, dear Libra. You’re looking at the world a little differently now, taking on an observer’s role. You may find yourself in the position to play detective, and this can be quite welcome and pleasant! It can be a time of valuable — or at the very least, enjoyable –investigating, researching, and analyzing. You gravitate towards projects, relationships, and situations that pull you in and demand your full attention. It’s a good time for making connections, however, so be sure to tear yourself away from your explorations from time to time today. Or, keep your ear to the ground as there can be the inspiration for new ideas, dreams, and goals incoming through news you hear or people you meet today and tomorrow.
Scorpio
The Moon moves out of your routine sector and into your partnership sector very early today, dear Scorpio, kicking off a more social phase. This is a good time of the lunar month for giving close relationships special attention. It’s also a time when you seek out others for company, feedback, and companionship more than usual. While you’re leaving a work-focused phase behind, don’t entirely ignore business or career-related news and ideas, as this can be a day for discovering valuable information that can further your professional goals. In fact, you may gain refreshing clarity along these lines now.
Sagittarius
The Moon settles into your health and work sector very early today, dear Sagittarius. While it’s only for two days, it’s a fine time of the lunar month to get cracking on duties, chores, work, or health routines. This can be particularly refreshing if you’ve been putting these things off. You want to be useful or productive now, and you can make a serious dent in your “to do” list. You’ll find it easy, much of the day, to tuck away your emotions enough to take care of business, although this can change tonight when you’re quick to react. Also today, there can be news or incoming information about courses and opportunities that are likely to benefit you, so tune in to the rest of the world here and there!
Capricorn
Very early today, the Moon pulls you out of your shell, dear Capricorn, as it moves into your colorful, playful solar fifth house after spending a couple of days in your sector of home, family, nurture, and sustenance. You drop some of your inhibitions and fears at this point in the lunar cycle, and you’re ready to share some of your unique self with others. As playful as you may be feeling, certain conversations and connections deserve your undivided attention today. A matter that was recently up in the air may clear up now, helping you clear the path for new beginnings. A conversation about private issues, a secret, or a matter of the past can be significant and perhaps even quite liberating.
Aquarius
The Moon leaves your communications zone very early today, dear Aquarius, and enters your home and family sector for a couple of days. This is a time for a hiatus of sorts, whether it’s merely about unplugging for a bit or getting extra time to sleep in. Honor your needs for familiarity, comfort, and rest away from the demands and concerns of the outside world when possible now, but do allow some of it in with a Mercury-North Node connection today that points to clarity and a sense of forward movement on a matter. It may take the form of a renewed or second-chance conversation, stumbling upon information, or a chance meeting with an old friend that gives you more clarity in the relationship department.
Pisces
Very early today, the Moon moves into your communications sector, dear Pisces, and you’re likely to experience an increased need for stimulation, especially of the mental variety. This cycle is a brief one, only lasting for just over two days, but it’s useful for putting your feelers out, information gathering, making contact, and getting out and about. A Mercury-North Node influence today helps connect you with people or information that further your career or health goals, so your inclination to include others and network helps you even more than first meets the eye. This can be a time for gaining increased clarity about a life-path goal, project, or job that feels like growth and improvement.
* Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign (and you know your birth time), you can look it up here.
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Astrology of Today – The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts:
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 1:23 am
Event: Moon enters Taurus
Description: The Moon in Taurus
This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 1:09 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Mer
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Mercury
What feels right clashes with logic today. What people are saying may be a misrepresentation of their true feelings/emotions. It’s better to think before we speak, or misunderstandings can follow.
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 1:23 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Tau
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Taurus
This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 3:02 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Saturn
An auspicious time for any project demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 7:45 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Nep
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Neptune
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 8:37 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Venus
We are less inhibited and more willing to indulge ourselves. Love and romance can be favorable. Decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. There is increased sensitivity, affection, and warmth. Love is grand! Affection, love, and romance are in the air.
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 9:35 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Juno
There may be clinging or controlling behavior if we are driven by our fears. Hypersensitivity and moodiness are possible. Tread lightly with tricky emotional issues.
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 1:21 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Uranus
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 1:46 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Sun
There is a nice feeling of harmony and a cooperative feel to this time. Better decision making. We represent ourselves well now. It’s easier to attract support, favorable responses, and positive experiences. We are less fearful and less defensive. This is a harmonious time.
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 5:45 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Chi
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Chiron
Hurt feelings may be opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 9:34 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Neptune
This is a feel-good time if we allow ourselves to relax and tune into the subtle aspects of life – art, nature, beauty, dreams, and spiritual realms. We absorb things easily, our senses are in good form, and we more naturally accept things and people as they are. There is no need to look for definite answers right now.
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 10:29 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Mars
We may be acting on impulse now, and if we’ve been holding back our feelings, they might burst up and out now. There can be touchiness, we can be temperamental, but also courageous. There could be domestic conflict or a conflict within ourselves (whether or not to express something, or to act upon a desire).
Date & Time: Dec 28 2017 0:58 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mar Tri Nep
Description: Transiting Mars Trine Transiting Neptune
We need a break from the usual routine and from pushing ourselves ahead. We might be taking action towards filling a dream or from inspiration. We are not inclined to follow rigid rules, directions, and schedules, but tend to follow our intuition or inner guidance/gut feeling
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
BALANCE OF SIGNS
TAURUS STRONG
Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.
SCORPIO STRONG
Intense, magnetic, penetrating perception, power to confront. Can be destructive, vengeful, jealous, overly dramatic.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
EARTH STRONG
We are especially in touch with the physical world. We consider what we’ve learned and experienced in the past in order to make the most of the present. We can be cautious, practical, and possibly unimaginative. We are deliberate and can pace ourselves well. We need hands-on experience and are not impressed with theory as much as we are with results. Routines are tolerable and comforting.
AIR WEAK
We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.
BALANCE OF MODES
The modes are balanced.
LUNAR PHASE: FIRST QUARTER
Moon from 90 to 135 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are motivated to take action, perhaps due to a clash, conflict, or stress, as we are more aware of problems and differences now. Plans are beginning to take off or turn a corner. We should watch for pushing too hard.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on December 28th:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected–or will perfect–in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours so that if an aspect involving the Moon is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).
**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).
THE MOON
THE MOON IN TAURUS
This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.
7TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Vocal cords
Sabian Symbol: A woman of samaria comes to draw water from the well.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
TRINE THE SUN Orb 0°58′ Applying
We are supportive, cooperative, open, genuine, and more relaxed than usual.
TRINE VENUS Orb 1°48′ Separating
We tend to seek out harmony, balance, and beauty. Love, romance, decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. There is increased sensitivity, affection, and warmth, but there could also be some appeasement, tact, and diplomacy.
OPPOSITION MARS Orb 5°55′ Applying
We may be acting on impulse now, and if we’ve been holding back our feelings, they might burst up and out now. There can be touchiness, we can be temperamental, but also courageous. There could be domestic conflict or a conflict within ourselves (whether or not to express something, or to act upon a desire).
TRINE SATURN Orb 5°10′ Separating
We are more able to find a balance between our own emotional needs and our responsibilities. This is a strong time for establishing good habits. We are more tolerant, deliberate, and resolute.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN CAPRICORN
You are responsible and respectful, with a strong need to be an authority figure. You command respect and may tend to superiority and bossiness.
8TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Lymph vessels of knee
Sabian Symbol: Birds in the house singing happily.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 2°46′ Applying
We take pride in our ability to relate well with others or to smooth over differences now. Graciousness, diplomacy, charm, and some superficiality are themes. This is a good period for social affairs, pleasure, amusement, and romance, all things considered.
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 6°09′ Separating
You are responsible, serious and reliable. You may have had a stricter father than the other children. Work and a career will be important to you. You have the self discipline to succeed.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN SAGITTARIUS
You seek knowledge to expand your world view. You are a born philosopher, enjoying any information which helps you see the big picture. For instance you may enjoy a religious debate. You place importance on freedom of speech and thought.
16TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Left iliac vein
Sabian Symbol: Sea gulls watching a ship.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 3°20′ Separating
Our minds can wander and communications can be unclear. We may not be seeing the obvious, and instead are imagining more complicated scenarios. Business and mechanical matters may suffer.
VENUS
VENUS IN CAPRICORN
You are shy in relationships. You will form relationships slowly, but they are likely to be enduring. You may not form close relationships early in life, but later will have solid and committed relationships. You are responsible with your money and possessions.
5TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of knee
Sabian Symbol: People rowing a canoe and dancing a war dance.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 3°22′ Separating
You are shy and inhibited in your personal relationships. You fear commitment and tend to either be the one in control or to choose a partner who tries to control you. One of your parents may have been too strict and consequently you fear expressing yourself. Once you overcome your feelings of inadequacy you will have the ability to form secure and long-lasting relationships based on firm foundations. You are faithful and loyal.
MARS
MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.
13TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Vulva, Labia minora, glans penis
Sabian Symbol: An inventor inventing.
ASPECTS OF MARS
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 4°15′ Applying
You are generous, self confident and lucky. Your energy level is high and you are courageous. You have a tendency to go where angels fear to tread, as you approach life with gusto regardless of the consequences. Travel and religious causes are likely to feature in your life. You may like to consider a career in the military or competitive sports.
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 0°16′ Separating
Inspiration might be found now, and our intuition is strong. There can be letting go of anger, or a softening of the disposition. Creative arts, particularly physical ones, are favored.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN SCORPIO
You are on an intense search for the truth. You have strong desires for sexual union and joint enterprises. You could be a transformative teacher.
17TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Testicular lobes, left ovary
Sabian Symbol: A woman the father of her own child.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 4°32′ Separating
You are artistic and may also be religious. You have a need to help others and may feel you have a calling. You have the ability to inspire other people’s talents as well.
SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 2°17′ Applying
You have a chance to achieve a great deal. Your knowledge is broad as you are interested in so many things. You may make a career in the occult or studying the deepest mysteries of life.
SATURN
SATURN IN CAPRICORN
You are conservative and authoritarian, and have strong worldly ambitions. You are a responsible worker.
2ND DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left patella
Sabian Symbol: Three stained-glass windows, one damaged by bombardment.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010, to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011, to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018, to March 6, 2019).
25TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle
Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)
12TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of right foot
Sabian Symbol: An examination of initiates.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).
19TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of left knee
Sabian Symbol: A child of about five with a huge shopping bag.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and in Aspect
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011, to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018, to February 18, 2019).
25TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: The purging of the priesthood.
VESTA IN SCORPIO
You are intensely committed to your work. Dedication and the ability to focus are keys to your work. Sexual morals may feature strongly as you seek to either break existing sexual mores or repress sexual urges behind a strict code of ethics.
22ND DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Ethmoid bone
Sabian Symbol: Hunters starting out for ducks.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN ARIES
You have a keen intellect with the ability to come up with exciting, new ideas. You are also happy to risk putting your new ideas into action.
26TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Skull
Sabian Symbol: A man possessed of more gifts than he can hold.
JUNO
JUNO IN AQUARIUS
You want the freedom to be your own person in your relationship. If this is not available you become rebellious and unreliable. You are unlikely to be comfortable in a traditional relationship.
5TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Nerve of right fibula
Sabian Symbol: A council of ancestors.
CERES
CERES IN LEO
You feel cared for when other people play with you and praise you. You like to show others you care for them by encouraging their creative talents and sense of fun.
18TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right cardiac cavity
Sabian Symbol: A chemist conducts an experiment before his students.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN LEO
This a quest to develop your inner strength. You may find that you experience times of loneliness. These times are part of your lesson to forge your own creative life in order to give generously to the world.
16TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Left atrium
Sabian Symbol: Sunshine just after a storm.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN AQUARIUS
This a quest to develop your inner strength. You may find that you experience times of loneliness. These times are part of your lesson to forge your own creative life in order to give generously to the world.
16TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Lymph vessels of left lower leg
Sabian Symbol: A big-businessman at his desk.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits 28 December 2017
Aspects to Mar 12°Sc06 -14°35′
Cnj 12°Sc32 ALPHECCA Fruitfulness
Cnj 12°Sc06 ACRUX Focused on the physical world.
Aspects to Nod 15°Le38 +16°08′
Cnj 15°Le27 DUBHE Loving but forceful
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