Anytime we have a planet retrograding we can use these periods to review what is transpiring in our lives via the nature of the planet that is retrograde.  The area that Venus primarily rules is relationships through its rulership over Libra and money and/or finances through its rulership over Taurus.

 Venus is retrograding in the sign of her detriment Aries.   The reason Venus is in detriment in Aries is because Venus is not a real self focused planet – she needs things, she needs people; whereas Aries is pretty much concerned with one thing “me”!  Also, Venus can act quite compulsively when she is in the Mars natural sign, and “compulsive” is not a productive word for either “love” or “money”.   Be wary of getting involved in new relationships during this period, as they tend to burn out as fast as they heat up.  However, past relationships you believed were over may resurface during this time.  

The Moon will go void of course in Cancer at 7:29 PM on Friday evening with its last aspect a trine to Uranus in Pisces.  This evening can be used as an evening to relax, stay at home, get comfort food, and watch a good movie or catch up on some programs recorded on your TIVO.

The Moon will enter Leo at 8:24 AM on Saturday Morning.  There are no aspects on this day, which makes Saturday a “Moon” day.   Leo is the sign of pleasure, children and enjoyment, so stay true to yourself and enjoy the weekend.

See you on Sunday!

The Moon moving into cancer will turn our focus towards our homes, family life, security issues, and our emotions.  It is a time to be comforted!   You may be required during this transit of the Moon to make some sacrifices and find yourself more “emotionally sensitive” to the needs of others.   Since the Moon will oppose transformative Pluto we may find ourselves a bit pulled by the motions and actions of others Thursday afternoon.