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JANUARY
2005 by Bob Mulligan
We usually start a new year full of optimism and hope.
We end each year with a feeling of relief and sometimes
achievement. This year we bring so much unfinished
business into the new year it is hard to see the 1st
of January as more than an arbitrary footnote to the
passage of time. However, there is a sense of renewal
with some real chances for change.
The
world will alter its direction dramatically this year.
The USA is headed for some very difficult times politically,
economically, and ethically. The economy will brighten
up a bit in the summer. Even with this, a feeling
of resignation will be settling over the general populous
after a number of staggering setbacks. Most people
focus on their personal lives and are less likely
to be involved in big movements. At the same time,
there is a new spirit of philanthropy embedding itself
into world culture. Through a new system of giving
we become more involved in each other's lives.
January
is a powerful transitional month this year as we concentrate
on work and relationships. Several projects and people
lingering from December are around to be dealt with
during the first few months of 2005.
From
the 1st until the 8th, we are crossing out of a mood
of celebration into our practical everyday concerns.
We all may feel a bit sleepy and like the world is
dragging its feet.
Inner
contemplation and meditation (in some form) will absorb
much of our time during the second week of the month.
We gather in energy for a new step forward but it
is hard to get motivated for outer accomplishment.
January's
third week (16th to the 22nd) finds us emerging into
the energy of the new year, finally. We can accomplish
much and we receive lots of reinforcement when we
take the time to explain ourselves.
The
last week of January finds us changing focus. Now
our attention is dominated by people, obligations,
and planning. It is a great time to learn something
new, especially about our selves.
1st
- Saturday - The new year starts off on a very practical
note. We do best by focusing our attention on the
things that must be accomplished. Family can take
up our time. Be patient and be willing to listen to
others.
2nd
- Sunday - Romance is in the air and we feel like
connecting with new people. Our timing or theirs can
be off a bit. Getting together can be more difficult
than we first suspected. Still, pleasant times are
possible if you and your friends are interested in
a quiet, low-key type of socializing.
3rd
- Monday - Mars contra-parallel Saturn, Venus Conjunct
Pluto - Work is less fun than play. See what can be
done to make ordinary, routine tasks exciting.
4th
- Tuesday - Sun Semi-sextile Neptune, Sun Parallel
Venus, Mercury Conjunct Pluto - This is a wonderful
day to coax others along with your plans. It is also
a great time to develop new ideas. Listen to what
others bring to the table. This is a wonderful time
to accomplish real harmony.
5th
- Wednesday - Venus then Mercury Quincunx Saturn -
We have been waiting for a time to "trim the fat."
Now is wonderful for cutting down on responsibilities
and obligations. Don't be concerned that you will
leave others stranded, but be careful that you don't
break a promise.
6th
- Thursday - Sun Parallel Mercury - We can set the
stage to make our own life lighter right now. It is
better to finish projects that have followed us into
the new year, or to discard them. Avoid putting anything
on hold.
7th
- Friday - Sun Square Jupiter - Raw energy is abundant
today. You accomplish much if you know where to focus
your attention. Lots of time can be wasted trying
to decide what needs to happen. Others are in a pleasant
mood and you can be too. Join in the fun and let your
cares fall away.
8th
- Saturday - Mars Sesquiquadrate Saturn, Venus Semi-square
Neptune - Complete the things that must be done and
save time for the joy of relating to the special people
in your life.
9th
- Sunday - Sun Semi-square Uranus, Mercury Semi-square
Neptune, Venus enters Capricorn, Sun Parallels Mars,
Mercury Parallels Venus, Mercury enters Capricorn
- We feel prompted to put forth extra effort to achieve
our goals today. People are touchy and lots of excitement
is in the air. We are working very hard to complete
tasks. The irony of today is that our efforts are
best used by focusing our attention inward. Quiet
self-examination is difficult as there are so many
distractions coming from the environment; everyone
seems to want our time and attention. Be still and
see what you really want.
10th
- Monday - The New Moon at 7:04am at 20 degrees of
Capricorn - We are cautious as we take the "lid off"
some new plans today. We struggle with the emotions
of inadequacy and not being sure we are up to the
task. Balance is so necessary. It is important to
act; however, it is also important to stay moderate
and consistent in what we are trying to achieve. Patience
and continuous effort bring results in a few weeks.
11th
- Tuesday - Today easily slips away. Expect interruptions
and unusual events. Colorful people walk in and out
of our lives making this a wonderful day but hard
to stay on the straight and narrow.
12th
- Wednesday - We are running as if in a race toward
a distant finishing line that seems to move when we
move so we never get there. The wise person spends
time contemplating and evaluating today rather than
wasting time struggling to complete tasks against
the odds.
13th
- Thursday - Venus Sextile Uranus, Sun Semi-sextile
Pluto, Mercury Sextile Uranus, Sun Contra-parallel
Saturn, Sun Opposite Saturn, Mercury Conjunct Venus
- We are having a really busy day. So much is going
on that it is hard to keep up with our necessary chores.
Our best strategy today is to focus on the people
and the projects that represent our long-term achievement.
Call people who can help with your most important
goals. Be willing to put forth the extra effort and
you will succeed. You will be amazed at how much progress
you make.
14th-
Friday - It's as if a fog has lifted and we are moving
into a new world. We are preparing for something innovative
in our lives. We can see it, but we aren't quite there
yet.
15th
- Saturday - Mars Sextile Neptune - This is a great
day to present a big idea to someone standing outside
our normal circle of influence. Energy and freedom
of thought strengthen everyone's outlook. Charity
and concern for others is in the news today.
16th
- Sunday - Other than you may do too much, or over-indulge
some, today is extremely pleasant. The hard part of
the day is making correct choices.
17th
- Monday - Slowing down and enjoying life is the nature
of the day. Don't be shy, indulge yourself. Circumstances
may push you toward compromise, but today you can
postpone decisions and just relax.
18th
- Tuesday - Be frugal in your allocations of money
and commitments. The world is changing and we help
others by maintaining a positive outlook.
19th
- Wednesday - Venus Parallel Mars, Sun Enters Aquarius,
Saturn Quincunx Pluto - We are making adjustments
today in order to accommodate others. This can have
very positive long-term consequences.
20th
- Thursday - Mercury Semi-sextile Neptune - We can
soar to great heights as inspiration is upon us. All
is going very well but we need to see how fortunate
we really are in order to utilize the day to our advantage.
21st
- Friday -Venus Semi-sextile Neptune, Mars Sextile
Jupiter - That extra effort gives today a lift. Work
can be fun today if we remember to enjoy other people,
just as they are.
22nd
- Saturday - Mercury Square Jupiter - The call of
duty to be productive is most powerful, as is the
pull of friends and family to socialize. There is
time for both if you plan and stay organized.
23rd
- Sunday - Mercury Semi-square Uranus, Mercury Parallel
Mars, Mercury Semi-sextile Mars - Haste is the big
enemy today. There are thousands of new thoughts and
ideas floating around. How to capture them and do
something practical...it is not possible to get everything
done. It is better to accomplish one thing, rather
than be overwhelmed and just think about doing something.
24th
- Monday - Venus Square Jupiter, Sun Semi-sextile
Uranus - Too much of a good thing can cause problems.
Limit your activity today but do take time to promote
long-term visions and spend time with your family.
25th
- Tuesday -The Full Moon is at 5:33am at 5 degrees
of Leo/Aquarius, Venus Semi-square Uranus, Mercury
Opposite Saturn - This is a time of great culmination.
Yes, we have things that we initiated two weeks ago
at the New Moon that are bearing fruit now, but there
is a long term cycle in the world that is drawing
to a close. This is an opportunity to see what you
want, ask for less, then take your gains and wait
awhile to act again. Meditating for the good of the
world is always important at the time of the New and
Full Moons.
26th
- Wednesday - You may feel adrift today. It is okay
to relax and rest on past achievements. Please others
as the opportunity arises and you will secure your
own happiness.
27th
- Thursday - Mars Quincunx Saturn, Venus opposite
Saturn, Sun Semi-square Mars - It is easy to be pulled
into circumstances where you feel that your choices
are limited. Be at peace with yourself. Complete your
true obligations and avoid taking on more. Have good
boundaries and today is wonderful and full of excitement.
28th
- Friday - Venus Semi-sextile Mars, Sun Semi-square
Pluto, Venus Semi-sextile Pluto, Mars Conjunct Pluto
- Today is a decision point, do we want to improve
old relationships or start new ones? In the romantic
arena, it will be one or the other.
29th
- Saturday - Venus Contra-parallel Saturn - Fears
of rejection can stop us from acting today. Overcoming
our limitations can help our general connections with
others.
30th
- Sunday - Mercury Enters Aquarius then Contra- parallels
Saturn - It takes some work but, today is wonderful
for prioritizing. Decide on what stays and what goes;
this is our duty today. Responsible sorting creates
space, allowing us to drink in new information that
we really need.
31st--Monday
- Surprise meetings give us a refreshing outlook.
Meaningful, lighthearted interactions bring us to
the end of the month. We feel generally up-beat. Relax
and enjoy the ride.
Bob
Mulligan is available for personal appointments, astrology
classes, and astrological material. Call him at 239-261-2840
or e-mail him at bobmulliga@aol.com
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