Mercury, Jupiter and Saturn Out of the Shadows – but when?

 My friend frequently talks about Mercury “still being in its shadow” . What does that mean?

Mercury goes retrograde (an apparent backward motion) some four times a year. These periods are when things concerning communications of any sort can go wrong, mislaid, confusing or at best reviewed. Its shadow is the period when, after it has turned direct (so things should get better), it has yet to return to the degree of the zodiac where it first went retrograde. At that point, life should normalise.

This feature is always noted in the fabulous Astromoon Diary.  

( www.astrolcal.com )

I decided to also look at Jupiter and Saturn who are currently or recently been retrograde and causing many people problems – especially if your Sun or Ascendant in your natal chart is Sagittarius, Pisces, Capricorn or Aquarius.

Although I feel more sorry for those affected by Mercury – Gemini and Virgo influenced people. Perhaps they get used to it.

When it is all going to change? Approximate dates are used as I have discovered that my ephemeris occasionally differs from my computer program!

Planet	Date Retrograde	Date Direct	Out of the Shadow
Mercury	13th Dec 23	2nd Jan 24	21st Jan 24
Jupiter	7th Sept 23	31st dec 23	23rd Mar 24
Saturn	17th June 23	4th Nov 23	8th Feb 24

 

Better times are indicated ahead.

Season’s Greetings.

A cold reading review for 2023 and everyone's reading for 2024

 

This is a cold reading – well it is winter brrr!

It’s rather cold and damp this year

 

I wrote this a few years ago. Year on year it seems to stand the test of time.

It is a typical fortune-telling reading from people who cannot read the cards, tea leaves, crystal balls or anything else (even if they say they can).

 But do please read ahead for your entertainment only ……

 

How did your year go? Was I right?

  

You’ve had some emotional ups and downs in your life. Maybe you are feeling empty or so full of things that seem to block your way ahead. Things will change for the better. Patience can help here. Remember that love is always with you.

 

Yes, tell me about it – I am grateful for my insight and advice to be patient. I think it is happening! OH NO NOT ANOHER YEAR OF THIS! No change here once again

 

Expect some cheering news from friends this year. A wedding, birth or new project can bring joy and accomplishment. An offer of help from you will be much appreciated.

 

Yes, my youngest daughter and her fiance became homeowners at last. That’s great but as far as friwnds go, the only help I can give is to be an “agony Aunt” this year as some personal issues spoil the enjoyment.

 

Financially, look after your cash flow and check your statements but don’t worry, any problem should sort itself out soon. Just make sure you are organized and thorough. Whilst you feel that luck is not always on your side, remember that there is always hope. If you don’t try, you cannot win.

 

Yes, yet again. I am always thorough  but accidently paid someone in error this year by pressing the wrong button. Arggh! I am expecting a refund. A few prizes here and there. Yeah.

 

 I feel that your working life has been trying recently. You will need to make a choice soon. A blonde woman can advise you on how to proceed and can give you the backup you need when you want to change things.

 

Only referring to some of my writings as I am retired but it is all true. Serendipity was at work when I met a lady who can help. I have her number and may ask for help early  next year.

 

A neighbour or close relative, someone who can be somber in nature and who has helped you in the past will need the return of this favour over the coming months.

 

Swings and round a bouts with this one. We help each other. This year's Christmas present should help him a lot.

 

Travel is interesting for you this year. You will experience some setbacks and it may be more expensive than you had realised but there will be much excitement and happiness forecast.

 

Yes, read my previous post about the ghost hunt at Dudley Castle. The setback was: I became ill and was in hospital for a few days, I am better now thank you.

 

Good luck and a Happy New year

 

Well I give myself 10 out of 10

What's your score?