YOUR WEEK IN CHINESE ASTROLOGY – 14 January 2013

Monday January 14 is DOUBLE DRAGON a Dragon day in a Dragon year. Intuition is heightened, and there is a sense of fate or destiny in your connections with others. You can realize where your power lies, then focus to develop your plans. And the Moon blends with the planet Neptune today, bringing inspiration and enhancing creativity. Neptune is the planet of dreams, and Dragon is the dreamer of the Chinese zodiac. So take your Dragon dreams and develop them this week. Be bold and fearless as the mighty Dragon. Luck is strongest for those born in Dragon, Rat, Snake, and Monkey years. Luck is also strongest during the hours of the Dragon 7 am – 9 am.

Tuesday Jan 15 is a quieter and more reflective day of the sensuous Snake. You can get grounded and stabilize your ideas. Today the love planet Venus is in a lucky sextile with the communication planet Mercury; it’s insightful to spend time with others to discuss important issues. You can get a bit too serious under the influence of the wise Snake, but this Venus aspect make life more light-hearted and pleasant. Interactions are fruitful with coworkers, family, friends, and even neighbors. So don’t be a hermit, which is Snake’s natural inclination. Instead, share who you are with everyone. Love luck is strongest for those born in the Snake, Ox, Monkey, and Rooster (Phoenix) years. Luck is strong during the hours of the Snake 9 am – 11 am.

Wednesday Jan 16 energy picks up on a strong passionate Horse day when no one wants to be told what to do! Adding to the possible chaos is that the Moon blends with Uranus so moods change quickly and actions can be rash. It’s easy to be impatient with routine, and discipline is not a priority for the Horse. Plus Venus blends with Pluto the planet of transformation. Pluto can cause disruption in relationships if you are not careful. You could feel jealous or possessive. Or Venus blending with Pluto can deeply intensify a loving partnership and make you both much closer. So if you sense that you’re galloping off in the wrong direction, stop and regroup. But if you’re heading in the right direction, then hold on and enjoy the ride! Luck is strongest for the Horse, Tiger, Sheep, and Dog. Luck is strong during the hours of the Horse 11 am – 1 pm.

Thursday Jan 17 is the day of the gentle Sheep when peace and harmony are valued. Tidy up your surroundings and add fresh flowers or beautiful art. Love planet Venus makes a lucky star sextile to serious planet Saturn. You can discover and realize positive ways to live up to responsibility in your relationships. It is easy to be of service under the influence of the kind Sheep. You are more realistic about others, and have fewer expectations or demands. Today is also a good day to pay attention to details. But Moon blends with Mars this evening so don’t lose your balance or lose your temper over trivial matters. Stay in the heart-centered energy of the Sheep. Calm and peace are for all, especially those born in Sheep, Hare, Horse, and Pig years. Luck is strong during the hours of the Sheep 1 pm – 3 pm.

Fri Jan 18 is the day of the Monkey, and a very lucky day for opportunities. Monkey and Dragon are best friends, and today is a Monkey day in a Dragon year so anything can happen! The Sun blends with Mercury making for lively conversations and fun networking. Just know that people would rather talk than listen, and try not to be focused on just one point of view. But the Moon squares this Sun and Mercury blend so it’s easy for miscommunication or crossed signals. Tonight is a waxing half Moon, a time of balance as the Moon is exactly half light and half dark. So be balanced in your words, and avoid half truths or deliberate trickery. Interesting encounters are strongest for the Monkey, Rat, Dragon, and Snake.Luck is strong during the hours of the Monkey 3 pm – 5 pm.

Sat Jan 19 is the day of the Rooster, also called the Phoenix. You can be like the Phoenix today, reborn from the ashes of the past, because the Moon trines Pluto. Emotions are more clear, and you can forgive and understand problems in relationships. The Moon is opposite Saturn so you are realistic about human limitations and can make your adjustments accordingly. It’s favorable to get organized today, and it can be easier to move forward with your plans. The Moon trines Venus for enjoyment this evening, and this Saturday night can be magical for everyone, and especially lucky in love for those born in Phoenix, Dragon, Snake, and Ox years. Luck is strong during the hours of the Phoenix 5 pm – 7 pm.

Sunday Jan 20 is the day of the Dog. Time to relax, kick back, and mellow out. Honest Dog cares about the truth, so today you cannot pull the wool over anyone’s eyes or you will be sniffed out. Moon squares Mars so don’t start a dog fight if there are disagreements. It’s not worth arguing because things are seen in extremes of friend of foe, black or white. There is not much middle ground. But you can gain clarity about your next steps in life, and dedication to even the simplest task brings rewards. Luck is strongest for those born in Dog, Tiger, and Horse years. Luck is strong during the hours of the Dog 7 pm -9 pm.