New Moon in Virgo

   This New Moon in Virgo signals the time to get organized after a period of fun or creativity. Yes, the Sun has already been in Virgo for a week, but it is now joined by Luna, representing the mood of the public. As a Mutable Earth sign, Virgo is orderly, practical and particular, setting us up for the start of the school year and getting back to work during the transitional period from Summer to Fall.

    It isn't enough that the Sun and Moon are at the same degree in Virgo (6 degrees 36"), we also have Mercury, Venus and Mars all within 5 degrees of the Lights! That's a very focused grouping of archetypal energies wanting to analyze and perfect whatever it is that is within their sphere of operations . Now, add in Saturn in Capricorn (Cardinal Earth) and Uranus in Taurus (Fixed Earth) and we have a functioning Grand Trine in Earth. What's a practical person to do, you may ask ... use this energy flow to get things done!

   Sort, clean away the clutter and organize the closets, cupboards and pantry. Or, file important papers, gather tax information and send out bills. Herbalists, librarians and bookkeepers are especially meticulous at assimilating details and keeping things orderly, so you may want to emulate your favorite acquaintance from this list. The point is, pick a necessary project and start to work on it.

   Another facet of this New Moon chart is the harmonious alignment of Virgo Sun and Moon  applying to responsible Saturn. What are you trying to manifest for yourself? Hard work and consistency now can help you reap rewards in the future. Ingenious ideas can abound with a supportive relationship between communicative Mercury newly in Virgo, asking the right questions of inventive Uranus in Taurus. Uranus turns on the light bulb and Mercury reads the fine print. 

   With challenging aspects from self-indulgent Venus to extravagant Jupiter in optimistic Sagittarius and impressionable Neptune in Pisces, one needs to avoid over-indulgence or speculation around drugs and alcohol as well as finances. Sharpen your pencil and set up that budget! 

  Not one to ignore Pluto, I will tell you that the Sun and Moon are being challenged to take some kind of action in the face of Pluto's restructuring projects, which are necessary, although somewhat unpleasant at the moment.

   While navigating these uncertain times, remember... keep your head in the stars and your feet on the ground.