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Friday, August 30, 2019

A Super New Moon in Virgo Rocks New Beginnings with a Grand Trine in Earth


Hang on everyone, because we are now experiencing the closest super new moon of the year.  The moon is closer to the earth than it will be all year and it increases its potency and power for new beginnings.  It happens on August 23, 2019 at 6: 37 a.m. on the east coast of the United States in 6 degrees of Virgo. Whatever house it falls in your chart is where you should be setting intentions and planting seeds to reap the manifestations in about six months.  For me personally, it falls in my 11th house of friendships, group associations and goals.  That is a very fertile sweet spot in my chart to be focusing my energy.

A new moon in Virgo has strong themes of grounding, healing, helping and fixing.  Virgo is also inclined to cleaning and sorting out.  It is perfect energy for streamlining our lives, and that includes exercising, diet and acting with precision.  This new moon in Virgo is also accompanying the Sun, Mars, Venus and Mercury in Virgo, which further emphasizes the themes of detail planning and editing. Virgo loves to narrow the mind down to specifics and with Mercury just entered Virgo on August 29th, our mental powers of clarity are that much stronger.  The shadow side of all that Virgo energy is a tendency to get caught up in perfectionism and be hyper critical, so be mindful of that.

There is an incredibly positive Grand Earth Trine in play on August 30, 2019 that involves the sun and moon in 6 degrees of Virgo trining retrograde Uranus in 6 degrees of Virgo and widely trining retrograde Saturn in 14 degrees of Capricorn.  This is a lot of practical energy and Saturn’s presence helps us build for the future.  For once, we can honestly say that Saturn is a good guy.  And with the sun and moon trining Uranus in Taurus, we can expect positive change, an abundance of energy and exciting opportunities to emerge.  We might feel more self-confidence and freedom to express the more eccentric side of our personality.  Uranus in Taurus has been a key player recently in terms of spurring our desire for change.  On August 28, 2019, Mars in Virgo was exactly trine Uranus in Taurus and I tweeted:
This new moon in Virgo represents a fabulous opportunity to stretch out of our comfort zone and follow our intuition. We also have the new moon in 6 degrees of Virgo conjunct Mars in 7 degrees of Virgo which reinforces the theme of an abundance of energy and initiative.  Venus and Mercury in Virgo will bring love, patience and the ability to think before we act.  There is no doubt that Uranus in Taurus is a key player in this new moon and with all of these Virgo planets trining Uranus, our creativity is enhanced and information will flow.  And with Mercury direct in one of its home signs, technology should be very helpful to us.

Virgo is a mutable sign that adapts very well to change and we have two other planets in mutable signs that are contributing to the theme of change.  We are still experiencing the ongoing Jupiter in Sagittarius square to Neptune in Pisces which will be exact again on September 21, 2019 in 17 degrees of their respective signs. These two planets are helping us to have faith that we can implement the changes in our lives that we desire. So I urge everyone to meditate, get clear on your intentions and do whatever rituals you feel comfortable with to initiate some major changes in your lives.  Don’t waste this powerful and positive new moon energy.

If you are curious as to how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you, please consider getting an astrological reading.  I am now offering short telephone astrology consultations for 30 minutes which are available for purchase on the Services Offered page of my site. These are extremely affordable at the cost of $35 and a telephone astrology consultation can be a perfect way to find out how the July 2019 eclipses affected your chart and impacted your life. 

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a new combination reading which offers the option of a 30 minute astrology consultation with a one question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget.

Since I love to talk astrology and believe in making it more available to everyone, I am now offering pay by the minute astrology readings through Click 4Advisor.  Check it out at:



This might be the perfect way for you to get a taste of what astrology can do for you in terms of providing insight into your life during these challenging time.  Obviously the 30 minute readings are the best deal, but you might be surprised by how much you learn in 10 minutes or less from a brief glance at your chart. If I am not available you can always request a callback and I will respond quickly.
My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at:


A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice.

Recently I undertook an intensive life purpose coaching training program and became certified as a Life Purpose Coach.  It was an intense, eye-opening experience that changed my life as it caused me to reflect on the story of my life.  But I left it with feelings of hope and light for the future that I want to share with others.  To that end, I am now offering Life Purpose Coaching to my menu of services.  You can read more about it at:


As an astrologer, I have decided to include an interpretation of the north node by sign. If you are feeling stuck and need some help in getting from Point A to Point B in your quest for making positive changes in your life, please email me at lindasim54@gmail.com to schedule a complementary telephone consultation to discover if you are a good fit for this program.  I look forward to hearing from you.

I am also available for tarot readings in person if you are in the Boston area or by telephone if you are unable to travel to my home in Newton, MA.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity.

If you are in the Boston area, please consider getting a Reiki treatment at Acupuncture for Everyone in Copley Square to destress, revitalize and remove blockages to healing.  It’s a perfect way to start your weekend off and can also be described as a spa for the soul to boot!   Reiki is the most profound treatment for stress relief because it concentrates on CALMING your body.

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:


For my clients who can’t fit Friday into their schedule for a treatment or have difficulty traveling, I have also recently begun doing distance Reiki sessions for them.  I have a conversation with them about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages.  I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205.  I am also offering Reiki treatments at my home in Newton, MA on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons and in the Coolidge Corner section of Brookline on Sunday afternoons.  Recently I have added online booking for my Sunday clients on my site.  Check it out at:


If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:


I was also featured in the July 3, 2017 edition of Boston Voyager, an online publication that runs a section called Inspiring Stories about local entrepreneurs on its home page.  The Scorpio moon was trining the Cancer sun and Neptune in Pisces on that day, so my story certainly debuted under fitting aspects.  Please feel free to check it out:


Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights.


Happy Labor Day!






Friday, August 23, 2019

The Virgo Posse Expands as the Sun and Mercury Enter Virgo, Mars and Venus Hook Up in Virgo and both Mars and Venus Trine Uranus in Taurus




Mars and Venus have already entered the sign of Virgo, on August 18 and 21, 2019, respectively. Those were big days astrologically and my tweets on those days reflected it.


But we are on the brink of a lot more Virgo energy coming down the pike.  The Sun enters Virgo on August 23, 2019.  When the sun is in the mutable earth sign of Virgo, we tend to practical concerns as we get organized and become more detail oriented.  It’s also a fabulous opportunity to focus on our health, jobs and daily routines.  I have always found it fascinating that the sun in Virgo corresponds with the whole back to school time of year.  It’s a period of buckling down after the Leo infused fun filled days of summer.  We are still in the throes of summer, but the season is winding down and our minds are turning to more practical matters.

On the following day, August 24, 2019 Mars and Venus will be conjunct in 3 degrees of Virgo. This aspect will increase the desire for intimate relations as the urge to merge spikes.  Creativity will also soar with this aspect.  It’s great party energy, so if you feel inclined to host a party, feel free to do so. This is a very social aspect and it would be a shame to waste it.

Venus and Mars in Virgo are also making some beneficial trines to Uranus in Taurus.  On August 26, 2019 Venus in 6 degrees of Virgo trines Uranus in 6 degrees of Taurus.  This is one of my personal favorite aspects because I have it natally with my Venus in Scorpio trining Uranus in Cancer.  And both are retrograde to boot!   Venus trining Uranus inspires us to experiment with old and new relationships.  We crave excitement. And with Venus in Virgo, we just might want to try something new in an existing relationship to fix any kinks.  I’m not saying that we should throw out old relationships, but be open to the possibility of change.  Venus trining Uranus is also a favorable influence for socializing, shopping, creativity and gambling if you’re so inclined.  If you were wondering when it might pay off to buy a lottery ticket, this aspect tends to give you an edge…

On August 28, 2019, Mars in 6 degrees of Virgo trines Uranus in 6 degrees of Taurus.  This aspect packs quite a punch in terms of wanting to break free of restrictions and boring routines.  It’s got a strong theme of flying that freak flag that may have been under wraps for a while.  Mars trining Uranus also triggers the need to engage in some risk taking, which we may have to monitor.  But with Mars in Virgo we may have a built in protector; Mars doesn’t act as quickly and impetuously as it does in Leo.  But Uranus in Taurus can be stubborn, so watch that tendency.

Mercury enters Virgo on August 29, 2019 to complete the Virgo posse.  Mercury remains in Virgo until September 14, 2019 and it is a very happy camper in Virgo because it is one of the two signs Mercury rules; Gemini is the other sign. But Mercury is exalted in Virgo and it doesn’t get any better than that.  When Mercury is in Virgo, we can be incredibly productive as we find it easier to get straight to the point.  Communications become more practical with precise thought and speech and we can analyze situations more easily.  This is a perfect comeback to this summer’s Mercury retrograde.  Mercury cleared its retrograde shadow on August 15th and with Mercury direct and speeding through Virgo, the recent Mercury retrograde will be a distant memory.  It’s full steam ahead with communications.

And the month of August ends with more Virgo energy as we experience a new moon in Virgo on August 30th.  I will address that in next week’s post.

If you are curious as to how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you, please consider getting an astrological reading.  I am now offering short telephone astrology consultations for 30 minutes which are available for purchase on the Services Offered page of my site. These are extremely affordable at the cost of $35 and a telephone astrology consultation can be a perfect way to find out how the July 2019 eclipses affected your chart and impacted your life. 

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a new combination reading which offers the option of a 30 minute astrology consultation with a one question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget.

Since I love to talk astrology and believe in making it more available to everyone, I am now offering pay by the minute astrology readings through Click 4Advisor.  Check it out at:



This might be the perfect way for you to get a taste of what astrology can do for you in terms of providing insight into your life during these challenging time.  Obviously the 30 minute readings are the best deal, but you might be surprised by how much you learn in 10 minutes or less from a brief glance at your chart. If I am not available you can always request a callback and I will respond quickly.
My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at:


A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice.

Recently I undertook an intensive life purpose coaching training program and became certified as a Life Purpose Coach.  It was an intense, eye-opening experience that changed my life as it caused me to reflect on the story of my life.  But I left it with feelings of hope and light for the future that I want to share with others.  To that end, I am now offering Life Purpose Coaching to my menu of services.  You can read more about it at:


As an astrologer, I have decided to include an interpretation of the north node by sign. If you are feeling stuck and need some help in getting from Point A to Point B in your quest for making positive changes in your life, please email me at lindasim54@gmail.com to schedule a complementary telephone consultation to discover if you are a good fit for this program.  I look forward to hearing from you.
I am also available for tarot readings in person if you are in the Boston area or by telephone if you are unable to travel to my home in Newton, MA.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity.

If you are in the Boston area, please consider getting a Reiki treatment at Acupuncture for Everyone in Copley Square to destress, revitalize and remove blockages to healing.  It’s a perfect way to start your weekend off and can also be described as a spa for the soul to boot!   Reiki is the most profound treatment for stress relief because it concentrates on CALMING your body.

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:


For my clients who can’t fit Friday into their schedule for a treatment or have difficulty traveling, I have also recently begun doing distance Reiki sessions for them.  I have a conversation with them about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages.  I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205.  I am also offering Reiki treatments at my home in Newton, MA on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons and in the Coolidge Corner section of Brookline on Sunday afternoons.  Recently I have added online booking for my Sunday clients on my site.  Check it out at:


If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:


I was also featured in the July 3, 2017 edition of Boston Voyager, an online publication that runs a section called Inspiring Stories about local entrepreneurs on its home page.  The Scorpio moon was trining the Cancer sun and Neptune in Pisces on that day, so my story certainly debuted under fitting aspects.  Please feel free to check it out:


Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights.







Friday, August 16, 2019

A Challenge to Find Balance Between Logic and Inspiration as Mercury Squares Uranus and Mars and Venus Virgo Changing the Relationship Vibe




I know that we are just coming out from the influence of a powerful full moon in Aquarius on August 15, 2019, when I tweeted:
But retrograde Uranus (ruler of Aquarius) is still calling the shots on August 16, 2019 when Mercury in 6 degrees of Leo is forming a challenging square to Uranus in 6 degrees of Taurus.  This aspect tends to manifest in lots of nervous tension and occasionally upsetting news.  Our tolerance levels may be low as well with this aspect.  I have a natal Mercury Uranus square, so I am all too familiar with what it represents.  Some astrologers have referred to this aspect as the “frustrated genius” and I concur.  An individual with Mercury squaring Uranus is bright, but easily bored and craves constant stimulation.  The mind and the desire for change are quite literally duking it out. They may feel isolated in their outlook and tend to hate school because they don’t like being told what to think.  But Mercury squaring Uranus is also capable of generating some deeply inspired insights.  The most constructive use of this energy is to find a healthy balance between common logic and wild inspiration.  Meditation and self-reflections are useful tools to engage in at this time to help us achieve that level of balance.

Relationships will take on a complete different vibe in the coming week as both Mars and Venus depart the demonstrative and fun-loving party sign of Leo and enter the sign of Virgo.  Mars enters Virgo on August 18, 2019 until October 4, 2019.  Mars is much less aggressive in Virgo than it was in Leo and is more service-oriented, meaning that we may act on our feelings by doing things for those we care about.  Mars in Virgo is slow to act and is obsessed with flawless attention to detail.  It is workhorse energy that is geared towards striving towards achieving long-term goals because it possesses courage and willpower. This is the kind of energy that makes you want to declutter and start writing those to-do lists.  Mars in Virgo can also help you improve your daily routine and focus more on health and fitness.  A major theme of Mars in Virgo is a focus on performance, but it has a shadow side of being critical of its partner and its anger can be triggered if situations or people don’t meet the high standards of perfection that Virgo is associated with.  But don’t forget that we can use this energy to improve relationships during this transit because Virgo likes to work and be of service.  Food for thought…

Venus enters Virgo on August 21, 2019 and stays in Virgo until September 14, 2019. Venus in Virgo is considered to be in the sign of its fall because it is literally in the sign opposite of its exaltation, Pisces.  Venus in Virgo has a tendency to subconsciously sabotage relationships by being overly critical and pessimistic.  Venus in Virgo has a shadow side of analyzing (another strong Virgo trait) relationships with obsessive detail. So Venus isn’t exactly the happiest camper in the sign of Virgo.

But all is not gloom and doom with Venus in the sign of Virgo.  Venus in Virgo demonstrates its love through practical means such as rendering services for those we love and simply being there for them.  It’s a lot less flashy than Venus in Leo, which is prone to romantic gestures and giving extravagant gifts.  Venus in Virgo is more reserved and discriminating.  When Venus is in Virgo, we are more motivated to improve relationships and that is not a bad thing.  If you think of Venus in Leo as representing the courtship period of a relationship, then Venus in Virgo is the natural aftermath of settling down to the daily routines in a relationship.  It is quite literally coming down to earth after the initial infatuation period wears off.  And Venus in Virgo will be followed by Venus in Libra in September, a sign that Venus rules and is eminently comfortable in. So if we do the necessary work on our relationships, we get to reap the benefits when Venus is transiting Libra.  Hold that thought…

If you are curious as to how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you, please consider getting an astrological reading.  I am now offering short telephone astrology consultations for 30 minutes which are available for purchase on the Services Offered page of my site. These are extremely affordable at the cost of $35 and a telephone astrology consultation can be a perfect way to find out how the July 2019 eclipses affected your chart and impacted your life. 

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a new combination reading which offers the option of a 30 minute astrology consultation with a one question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget.

Since I love to talk astrology and believe in making it more available to everyone, I am now offering pay by the minute astrology readings through Click 4Advisor.  Check it out at:




This might be the perfect way for you to get a taste of what astrology can do for you in terms of providing insight into your life during these challenging time.  Obviously the 30 minute readings are the best deal, but you might be surprised by how much you learn in 10 minutes or less from a brief glance at your chart. If I am not available you can always request a callback and I will respond quickly.
My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at:


A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice.

Recently I undertook an intensive life purpose coaching training program and became certified as a Life Purpose Coach.  It was an intense, eye-opening experience that changed my life as it caused me to reflect on the story of my life.  But I left it with feelings of hope and light for the future that I want to share with others.  To that end, I am now offering Life Purpose Coaching to my menu of services.  You can read more about it at:


As an astrologer, I have decided to include an interpretation of the north node by sign. If you are feeling stuck and need some help in getting from Point A to Point B in your quest for making positive changes in your life, please email me at lindasim54@gmail.com to schedule a complementary telephone consultation to discover if you are a good fit for this program.  I look forward to hearing from you.
I am also available for tarot readings in person if you are in the Boston area or by telephone if you are unable to travel to my home in Newton, MA.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity.
If you are in the Boston area, please consider getting a Reiki treatment at Acupuncture for Everyone in Copley Square to destress, revitalize and remove blockages to healing.  It’s a perfect way to start your weekend off and can also be described as a spa for the soul to boot!   Reiki is the most profound treatment for stress relief because it concentrates on CALMING your body.

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:


For my clients who can’t fit Friday into their schedule for a treatment or have difficulty traveling, I have also recently begun doing distance Reiki sessions for them.  I have a conversation with them about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages.  I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205.  I am also offering Reiki treatments at my home in Newton, MA on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons and in the Coolidge Corner section of Brookline on Sunday afternoons.  Recently I have added online booking for my Sunday clients on my site.  Check it out at:


If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:


I was also featured in the July 3, 2017 edition of Boston Voyager, an online publication that runs a section called Inspiring Stories about local entrepreneurs on its home page.  The Scorpio moon was trining the Cancer sun and Neptune in Pisces on that day, so my story certainly debuted under fitting aspects.  Please feel free to check it out:


Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights.







Friday, August 9, 2019

Jupiter and Uranus Reverse Direction, Mercury Moves Back into Leo and a Full Moon in Aquarius



The month of August is starting to get very interesting astrologically.  Jupiter in Sagittarius has been on the receiving end of some very beneficial trines lately.  The first occurred on August 7, 2019 when the Leo sun trined Jupiter in Sagittarius.  On that day I tweeted:
The following day, August 8, 2019, Venus in Leo followed the sun’s lead and trined Jupiter in Sagittarius, amplifying the good luck vibes.  It inspired me to tweet:
But mark August 11, 2019 on your calendars for a banner day.  Jupiter, which has been retrograde since April 10, 2019, will station direct in 14 degrees of Sagittarius.  Don’t forget that whenever a planet is stationary its emphasis and power are magnified.  Jupiter stationing direct in its home sign of Sagittarius may shed some light on new truths. In any case, many of us will feel freer to make the big sweeping changes that we have been contemplating since last April.  I sense that I will be feeling the effect of Jupiter’s direct motion very strongly because it will be opposing my moon in the 8th house.  And I am somewhat comfortable with Jupiter being in a stationary motion because I was born with Jupiter being stationary direct; it stationed retrograde five days after I was born.

But wait, there are two more major astrological events occurring on August 11th.  Almost 12 hours after Jupiter in Sagittarius stations direct, Uranus stations retrograde in 6 degrees of Taurus.  Uranus will remain retrograde until January 10, 2020, when it stations direct in 2 degrees of Taurus.  Uranus is known as the Great Awakener, a rebel at heart and generally feels like an outsider.  Uranus retrograde in Taurus will challenge us to maintain stability, especially financial stability and will be a time to reflect and make changes.  Uranus retrograde will trigger us to break free from what’s been holding us back.  If you have been trying to make changes in your life but have been stuck, Uranus retrograde will induce internal changes in attitude or behavior that will help you make those changes once Uranus goes direct.  And we all know there are major changes coming down the pike in January 2020, especially with the Saturn Pluto conjunction in Capricorn. It will let you process internally (a retrograde theme) before manifesting the external changes that will bring higher self-awareness.  I have Uranus retrograde natally in my 10th house, which helps explain my choice of astrology and healing as a career.  So Uranus retrograde is not as difficult or challenging as Mercury or Venus retrograde.  I also have Venus retrograde, but that is a story for another time…

Also on August 11, 2019, Mercury re-enters Leo for the first time since July 18th.  Mercury had been in Leo since June 26, 2019 and stationed retrograde in 4 degrees of Leo on July 7, 2019.  So now we will have the full Mercury in Leo experience with it moving very fast until August 29, 2019.  Communication is bound to get more dramatic for the rest of August.  And, ta-da, Mercury clears its retrograde shadow in 4 degrees of Leo on August 15, 2019, just in time for the full moon in Aquarius.

The full moon on August 15, 2019 will be in 22 degrees of Aquarius.  This full moon will be heavily influenced by Uranus, because Uranus rules Aquarius.  There will definitely be a feeling of increased momentum.  Themes of truths being revealed and perhaps the need to strike out alone could prevail.  There are a lot of planets in fixed signs during this full moon: in addition to the sun in Leo and moon in Aquarius, we have Mercury, Mars and Venus in Leo and Uranus in Taurus. This is very stubborn energy.  Mercury in Leo will be squaring Uranus in Taurus, so be mindful of impulsive energy that could cause you to say things you might later regret.  But this aspect could bring some inspired insights.  The full moon in Aquarius will also be opposing Mars and Venus in Leo, which could make us moody, short-tempered and more aggressive.  It will definitely bring more conflict, drama, and tension in relationships.  A full moon in Aquarius opposing Venus in Leo could also entice us into a little retail therapy in order to cope with all of this drama. We will probably feel at our breaking point on some level, as if something has to give with all of these fixed signs in oppositions and squares.  I am set to receive some major hits to my chart with this full moon; it opposes my Pluto in Leo in my 11th house and squares my sun and Venus in Scorpio in my second house.

We do have one redeeming aspect occurring on August 15, 2019.  Mercury in Leo trines Chiron in Aries that day and that aspect can go a long way towards healing old emotional wounds if we apply ourselves and are honest with others.  Let’s hold on to that thought as the full moon approaches.  And the moon enters the sensitive and compassionate water sign of Pisces shortly before midnight on August 15th.

If you are curious as to how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you, please consider getting an astrological reading.  I am now offering short telephone astrology consultations for 30 minutes which are available for purchase on the Services Offered page of my site. These are extremely affordable at the cost of $35 and a telephone astrology consultation can be a perfect way to find out how the July 2019 eclipses affected your chart and impacted your life. 

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a new combination reading which offers the option of a 30 minute astrology consultation with a one question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget.

Since I love to talk astrology and believe in making it more available to everyone, I am now offering pay by the minute astrology readings through Click 4Advisor.  Check it out at:



This might be the perfect way for you to get a taste of what astrology can do for you in terms of providing insight into your life during these challenging time.  Obviously the 30 minute readings are the best deal, but you might be surprised by how much you learn in 10 minutes or less from a brief glance at your chart. If I am not available you can always request a callback and I will respond quickly.
My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at:


A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice.

Recently I undertook an intensive life purpose coaching training program and became certified as a Life Purpose Coach.  It was an intense, eye-opening experience that changed my life as it caused me to reflect on the story of my life.  But I left it with feelings of hope and light for the future that I want to share with others.  To that end, I am now offering Life Purpose Coaching to my menu of services.  You can read more about it at:


As an astrologer, I have decided to include an interpretation of the north node by sign. If you are feeling stuck and need some help in getting from Point A to Point B in your quest for making positive changes in your life, please email me at lindasim54@gmail.com to schedule a complementary telephone consultation to discover if you are a good fit for this program.  I look forward to hearing from you.
I am also available for tarot readings in person if you are in the Boston area or by telephone if you are unable to travel to my home in Newton, MA.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity.
If you are in the Boston area, please consider getting a Reiki treatment at Acupuncture for Everyone in Copley Square to destress, revitalize and remove blockages to healing.  It’s a perfect way to start your weekend off and can also be described as a spa for the soul to boot!   Reiki is the most profound treatment for stress relief because it concentrates on CALMING your body.

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:


For my clients who can’t fit Friday into their schedule for a treatment or have difficulty traveling, I have also recently begun doing distance Reiki sessions for them.  I have a conversation with them about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages.  I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205.  I am also offering Reiki treatments at my home in Newton, MA on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons and in the Coolidge Corner section of Brookline on Sunday afternoons.  Recently I have added online booking for my Sunday clients on my site.  Check it out at:


If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:


I was also featured in the July 3, 2017 edition of Boston Voyager, an online publication that runs a section called Inspiring Stories about local entrepreneurs on its home page.  The Scorpio moon was trining the Cancer sun and Neptune in Pisces on that day, so my story certainly debuted under fitting aspects.  Please feel free to check it out:


Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights.









Friday, August 2, 2019

The Month of August Starts off on an Upbeat Note with Leo Planets Trining Jupiter in Sagittarius




The month of July and the turmoil it brought with two eclipses and Mercury Retrograde is finally over.  It’s true that Mercury waited until nearly midnight on July 31, 2019 to station direct, but it did.  On that day I tweeted:

Many people felt the energy shift on August 1st, when I tweeted:
Originally I had tweeted that the sun was trining Jupiter, but I was overly enthusiastic and still under the influence of Mercury Retrograde when I tweeted that.  I had meant to say the moon the first time around. We have to wait until August 7, 2019 for the sun to be trining Jupiter and we have a couple of challenging aspects to deal with before that delicious astrological treat.

On August 2, 2019, Venus in 6 degrees of Leo will be squaring Uranus in 6 degrees of Taurus.  When Venus squares Uranus we will face some challenges to the stability of love relationships.  These challenges may manifest as unexpected urges or events and an increased need for freedom.  If we can give each other space our relationships should survive just fine.  Old wounds may be triggered, but we also have the potential to make a fresh start as a result of this.

On August 4, 2019, Mars in 21 degrees of Leo forms an irritating inconjunct or quincunx to Pluto in 21 degrees of Capricorn.  Inconjuncts are all about making adjustments because the two planets involved have nothing in common, such as element or modality and are very uncomfortable with each other.  Mars is in a fixed fire sign and Pluto is in a cardinal earth sign.  The theme of this aspect is to make adjustments in how we control our anger and drive for power. Since Mars is in the sign of Leo and Pluto in Capricorn, these adjustments could very well be in the area of leadership.  Enough said with today’s current political scene…

But on August 7, 2019, the sun in 14 degrees of Leo forms a flowing beneficial trine with Jupiter in 14 degrees of Sagittarius.  Talk about hitting the jackpot!  We should be feeling on top of the world with high spirits, enthusiasm and self-confidence.  We may be on the receiving end of opportunities for personal, spiritual and material growth.  That’s right, financial gains are possible.  This can truly be a time of balanced growth.

On the following day, August 8, 2019, Venus in 14 degrees of Leo trines Jupiter in Sagittarius.  Venus is known as the Lesser Benefic and Jupiter is the Greater Benefic, so when these two planets align in a harmonious manner it’s a major coup because it is the ultimate feel good transit.  It favors love, fun, shopping and mending broken relationships.  We will receive support for creativity and more joy in relationships.

But there is one thing to remember about these beneficial aspects to Jupiter.  In order to reap the full benefits of Jupiter, you have to be proactive.  I always say that with Jupiter if you snooze you lose.  Don’t just sit around waiting for something to happen, get out there and take full advantage of whatever opportunities are present.  Jupiter is unlike Saturn, Uranus, or Pluto because it requires you to take action instead of delivering bombshells in the form of random or limiting events.  With Jupiter you need to be mindful and present in order to receive its benefits.

If you are curious as to how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you, please consider getting an astrological reading.  I am now offering short telephone astrology consultations for 30 minutes which are available for purchase on the Services Offered page of my site. These are extremely affordable at the cost of $35 and a telephone astrology consultation can be a perfect way to find out how the July 2019 eclipses affected your chart and impacted your life. 
I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a new combination reading which offers the option of a 30 minute astrology consultation with a one question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget.

Since I love to talk astrology and believe in making it more available to everyone, I am now offering pay by the minute astrology readings through Click 4Advisor.  Check it out at:



This might be the perfect way for you to get a taste of what astrology can do for you in terms of providing insight into your life during these challenging time.  Obviously the 30 minute readings are the best deal, but you might be surprised by how much you learn in 10 minutes or less from a brief glance at your chart. If I am not available you can always request a callback and I will respond quickly.
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Recently I undertook an intensive life purpose coaching training program and became certified as a Life Purpose Coach.  It was an intense, eye-opening experience that changed my life as it caused me to reflect on the story of my life.  But I left it with feelings of hope and light for the future that I want to share with others.  To that end, I am now offering Life Purpose Coaching to my menu of services.  You can read more about it at:


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If you are in the Boston area, please consider getting a Reiki treatment at Acupuncture for Everyone in Copley Square to destress, revitalize and remove blockages to healing.  It’s a perfect way to start your weekend off and can also be described as a spa for the soul to boot!   Reiki is the most profound treatment for stress relief because it concentrates on CALMING your body.

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For my clients who can’t fit Friday into their schedule for a treatment or have difficulty traveling, I have also recently begun doing distance Reiki sessions for them.  I have a conversation with them about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages.  I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205.  I am also offering Reiki treatments at my home in Newton, MA on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons and in the Coolidge Corner section of Brookline on Sunday afternoons.  Recently I have added online booking for my Sunday clients on my site.  Check it out at:


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I was also featured in the July 3, 2017 edition of Boston Voyager, an online publication that runs a section called Inspiring Stories about local entrepreneurs on its home page.  The Scorpio moon was trining the Cancer sun and Neptune in Pisces on that day, so my story certainly debuted under fitting aspects.  Please feel free to check it out:


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