LET YOUR LOVE FLOW ... !!!

Venus - the planet representing attraction, how you may give and/or receive love and affection, shows how each one of us perceives beauty and happiness, shows what we value and dictates our personal values, shows how you relate, how you create and appreciate harmony through social and artistic expression, show how we earn and spend our money, and shows exactly what it is you like - completed its retrograde journey and turned back into direct motion yesterday, 1/31, at 3:49 PM EST ...

As the weeks progress you may find little lights coming on in your mind as to decisions made in any of the above mentioned areas since the retrograde period began on December 21st ... there are an abundance of possibilities within this scope ... a lot of people will realize that a significant partnership or relationship ended and some of you may now suddenly find yourself having changed your mind or questioning why you made that decision ... it is also possible the person may come back around and things might look entirely different ... however, if it was time for the relationship to end, then it must be let go of in order for you to grow personally and spiritually in order to move forward ... for those of you who began significant new partnerships or relationships, especially of the romantic variety, you may discover that they will not have longevity as they were formed when the energy of love and relating was moving backwards ... time will tell ... marriages entered in to during these times often have an added sense of pressure - after all, Venus does naturally rule the 7th house of marriage and partnerships ... unfortunately, also in this economy, this could have been the period where quite a few of you actually lost your job and are now job hunting once again!!! ... and let's not forget this little item - how many of you ended up shelling out money on something you had no intention of spending money on??? ... as an example, look at the winter storm we had in Atlanta and all the havoc it created even though a lot of it could have been avoided ... and then there are those that will have to shell out money for cosmetic repair to their cars that were stranded and/or abandoned and unfortunately were subject to traffic accidents or, in some cases, vandalism after they left their cars ...

For those of you who made significant costly purchases, especially of the luxury variety, you may find yourself wondering why you spent so much money or simply realize that what you thought you really desired doesn't hold much attraction (value) anymore or that you have over payed for what you got ...

As Venus anatomically rules the throat, chin, cheeks and sense of taste, there could have been health issues arising in these areas of the body ... or some could have had to go back and re-address an old issue concerning these areas ... did anyone have cosmetic surgery during the last 6 weeks, hmmmm???? .. there is a chance that some of you who did may ultimately not be pleased with the results or feel that you didn't get the enhancement you sought and here too, feel you may have over payed for the services rendered!!!

Certainly keep in mind that since this Venus retrograde occurred completely in the sign of Capricorn ... Capricorn is ruled by Saturn which is currently transiting through the sign of Scorpio which is ruled by Pluto as well as its ancient ruler Mars ... so did this Venus retrograde have a lot of karmic implications attached to it in your life ???  ... Capricorn also naturally rules the 10th house so there were undoubtedly many who had to reevaluate their careers and/or the way they project their public image ... as an example, look at the way Atlanta city officials are having to scramble to answer for what they failed to do in advance of the winter storm in order to protect their reputation !!! ... as Saturn rules the skin, the skeletal system, the teeth, knees, left ear and the auditory organs issues could have arisen in those areas where one had to shell out money they hadn't planned on spending to fix ...

Everyone should try and think back to the period between May 15th and June 27th of 2012 ... is there something you may have begun in regards to any of the above mentioned areas Venus rules that became an issue for you during this Venus retrograde period ??? ... it is very common for this to occur ... to that end, anything begun during this current Venus retrograde period that just ended may yield problems in the days, weeks and months ahead, or lie dormant until the next Venus retrograde period which begins on July 25th, 2015 ... anything begun from now until then may also become fair game!

Taurus and Libra born individuals, your period of "hibernation" for reflection and review - especially of what has transpired in your life since the end of the last Venus retrograde on June 27th, 2012 - is now over and once again you start moving forward to pursue new avenues of personal and spiritual growth and maturity ... there could have been some significant insight, if you were paying attention during the last 6 weeks, that enlightened you as to what, where or who was no longer serving you and was not truly reflecting who you are on the inside as well as preventing personal and spiritual growth ... and this also is a possibility for all of us !!!

Venus turned direct at 13 degrees and 33 minutes Capricorn yesterday ... although now direct, Venus remains in it's retrograde zone -  the beginning degree at which Venus actually entered its retrograde journey on December 21st, which was 28 degrees 59 minutes Capricorn, and must come back to - until March 4th ... then Venus will be back up to full speed once again ... but keep in mind that will be at the beginning of the next Mars retrograde, which begins on March 1st and will be completely in the sign of Libra which is ruled by Venus, the natural ruler of the 2nd and 7th house which rules, among other things - MONEY AND PERSONAL VALUES (2nd) as well as PARTNERSHIPS & RELATIONSHIPS (7th) - so we're not out of the woods just yet !!!

Venus once again moves forward now to complete its transit through Capricorn which will be on March 5th ... here is a reminder of what this energy is all about in case you have forgotten :


"Venus in Capricorn enjoys being responsible, practical, and competent ... there is a tendency to relate seriously, formally, and at times with some reserve ... affection is expressed cautiously and soberly ... there is pleasure found here in self control and therefore sometimes there is inhibition in pleasure or love needs due to fears, limitations and inner doubts - all compliments of Saturn no doubt!!! ... here achievement of material wealth and status in the world gives one the feeling of emotional security ... ambitions, status or a conservative approach may affect love and social urges ... handling of money/possessions usually is very businesslike, pragmatic and very well organized ... predictability and fidelity are a must in love relationships ... this Venus wants to be "sure" ere it makes any commitments in partnerships but will work hard to make sure the relationship endures once formed ... Venus in Capricorn is a dedicated love ... this transit produces an elegant side of Venus - the one that loves dressing up, expensive accessories, and social affairs ... there is an interest in antiques found here which includes anything, or anyone for that matter, that has been around long enough to show its worth ... Venus in Capricorn is often starved for love ... OK everyone - GROUP HUG HERE !!!

Venus in Capricorn often seeks to improve its status ... proud and reserved in public behavior, this Venus dislikes overt public displays of emotion and affection which can yield an apparent dignified air which is resented by others as it becomes perceived as snobbishness ... emotions and sexuality can be repressed here, but in private there can be great sensuality ... though not openly demonstrative, there is great loyalty and steadfastness due to an innate sense of personal responsibility in important relationships ...

The lesson of Venus in Capricorn is all about learning to validate love through the test of time ... it is loving through building ... the revelation here is that love is indeed not a business and if one wants a deeply spiritual kind of love relationship, the heart must be opened up and surrendered ... to that end, the  energy of Venus in Capricorn may be expressed in the following ways:

POSITIVE: committed, serious lover, steadfast, constant, cautious, trustworthy, disciplined, objective, genuine affections, modest, cool exterior, reserved, dignified, sense of composure, self-controlled, upright, practical, resourceful, affluent, self-made

NEGATIVE: possessive, jealous, inflexible, self-righteous, inhibited, distrustful, stern, indifferent, undemonstrative, mean, cold manner, unfeeling, snobbish, too formal, self-contained, stiff, materialistic, money-grubbing, penny-pinching, selfish"


So now we have all had about 6 weeks to think about what we value and whether or not what represents our inward personal values is being properly expressed outwardly to others; our money - how we earn it and how we spend it; and our partnerships and relationships both personal and professional ... how many of you got the "message" and how many of you remained complacent and unyielding and ignored the energy ??? ... sometimes the Universe speaks to each one of us in a whisper, and sometimes it literally gets in our face and screams - THERE WILL BE CHANGE!!! ... for now though, it's time to live, laugh and let your love flow !!!