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Friday, November 29, 2019

Jupiter Enters Capricorn and Makes us Work for our Luck


The sun may be in Sagittarius but Venus has entered Capricorn and Jupiter is getting ready to enter Capricorn as well.  Venus entered Capricorn on November 25, 2019, inspiring me to tweet:
Jupiter enters Capricorn on December 2, 2019 and remains in Capricorn through December 10, 2020.  Jupiter is considered to be “in fall” in the sign of Capricorn. Jupiter is not considered to be strong in Capricorn because its path to expansion, joy and good luck is restricted by Capricorn’s love of caution and conformity. It tends to put the brakes on expansiveness but it can still bring good fortune to those who are willing to work for it.  Don’t forget that Capricorn is a workaholic sign.  It denotes a major shift in consciousness from Jupiter in Sagittarius.  Jupiter rules Sagittarius, so that transit had a very freewheeling and risk-taking vibe.

Jupiter in Capricorn is more averse to risk-taking and its energy is better utilized by cultivating the skills of perseverance, reliability, practicality, common sense, logic and structuring ourselves. It marks a time for direction, clear goals, making plans, organizing and conducting ourselves with maturity, integrity and a sense of ethics.  Success comes from streamlining, being resourceful and engaging in self-control which encourages us to be self-reliant.  In short, Jupiter in Capricorn makes us work for our luck.  Saturn is in Capricorn for most of 2020, except for when it tiptoes into Aquarius from March 21, 2020 through July 1, 2020.  Saturn permanently enters Aquarius on December 17, 2020. The combination of Saturn and Jupiter in Capricorn helps us to create more joy and pleasure in pursuing our goals.  And don’t forget that Pluto is still in Capricorn helping us to implement transformation.

The major thing to consider with Jupiter transiting Capricorn is which house it will hit in your natal chart.  Jupiter in Capricorn will start in my 3rd house and will conjunct my north node in Capricorn in mid-January 2020.  I know that if I want some good luck in this area of my life (communications, short trips and immediate environment) that I am going to have to work for it because that is what the north node does: it forces you to stretch out of your comfort zone.  I admit that for many years I struggled with having a north node in Capricorn because it seemed alien to me but I am finally learning how to embrace its challenges and stretch out of my comfort zone.  It’s not always easy but it can be immensely rewarding.

As an astrologer, I’ve also been reflecting on previous Jupiter in Capricorn transits.  They occur every 12 years and reflecting on them allows us the opportunity to see patterns in our lives.  The last time Jupiter was in Capricorn was from December 18, 2007 through January 5, 2009.  Yes, there was a major economic downturn back then which saw massive job losses and a financial crisis that has been described as the Great Recession. It stemmed from the collapse of the real estate market and the subprime mortgage crisis.  Could it happen again?  We have a major conjunction of Saturn and Pluto in Capricorn which is exact on January 12, 2020 in 22 degrees of Capricorn, so there is the potential for major shakeups in the areas of finances, politics and institutions.  The shadow side of Jupiter in Capricorn is an attraction to power and those who wield it.  Just remember not to chase it and give away your control during this transit.

The previous Jupiter in Capricorn transits occurred from January 4, 1996 through January 21, 1997 and from January 20, 1984 through February 6, 1985. Personally I experienced some job changes during those Jupiter transits.  I am self-employed now but I’m not ruling out any changes in my business during this transit of Jupiter in Capricorn.

Anyone who has their sun, moon or ascendant in Capricorn will undoubtedly experience a time of great and change and progress in their lives as a result of this Jupiter in Capricorn transit. People with sun in Capricorn will be likely to attract success, recognition and have a surge in terms of their creative juices flowing.  A native with a Capricorn ascendant might feel like they are entering a new phase of life and possibly a new career.  And those with moon in Capricorn could see improvements in their home and family life, including a bigger home. Don’t forget that Jupiter loves to expand whatever it touches.

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.

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, November 22, 2019

Sagittarius Season Kicks off as We Experience a New Moon in Sagittarius, Venus Enters Capricorn and Neptune Stations Direct




The sun is moving into Sagittarius on November 22, 2019 and the astrological vibe is about to completely shift after a month of Scorpio intensity.  But Mars just entered Scorpio on November 19, 2019, when I tweeted:
And Mercury is still in Scorpio but it stationed direct on November 20, 2019 when I tweeted:
We are getting a bit of a break from the Scorpio laser-like focus and intensity however when the sun enters Sagittarius.  Prepare to feel more joyful, feel more comfortable expressing faith and have a more optimistic view of the world as we are more able to look at the big picture.  And don’t forget about laughing, either, because Sagittarius is renowned for its sense of humor.

On November 24, 2019 Venus and Jupiter are conjunct in 28 degrees of Sagittarius.  This is very positive energy for attracting money, success and recognition.  It can also bring good luck and happiness because these two planets are known as the Benefics.  This conjunction could also bring new romantic partners. This is the last day of Venus in Sagittarius, so make the most of it.  
We also have Mars in 3 degrees of Scorpio opposing Uranus in 3 degrees of Taurus on November 24, 2019 and this is definitely a wild card aspect.  Mars opposing Uranus is impatient and has an accident prone quality. Uranus in Taurus has an increased likelihood of earthquakes and volcanoes.  But the silver lining of this aspect is the potential for sudden opportunities and new ways to do old things. 

Venus enters Capricorn on November 25, 2019 where it stays until December 20, 2019.  Venus in Capricorn is much more serious than Venus in Sagittarius.  It has a heavier vibe as we assume a more responsible attitude towards relationships, finances, value and creativity.  It could also be an opportunity for getting boundaries under control in our relationships since Capricorn is ruled by Saturn.

On November 26, 2019 we have a new moon in 4 degrees of Sagittarius.  New moons always represent an opportunity to set new intentions.  A new moon in Sagittarius is an optimistic time to plant the seeds for new beginnings and lift our visions.  This new moon falls in my second house and I am definitely up for setting some new intentions regarding my values and finances.

Uranus in Taurus is heavily aspected on this new moon. This continues a theme that began with last month’s new moon in Scorpio opposing Uranus in Taurus. Both the sun and moon in Sagittarius are inconjunct Uranus in 3 degrees of Taurus and this has a major theme of breaking free.  There will be an air of excitement and awakening as we seek to get rid of stale routines in our lives and feel compelled to take more risks.  Try looking at this Uranus energy as an opportunity to face our fears, learn something new and break through to another level.  We could literally feel like we are being pushed out of our comfort zone, which is not a bad thing. I like to think of it as an exercise in developing your north node, which has always felt to me like pushing out of your comfort zone. For many years I was totally uncomfortable with having a north node in Capricorn, but I have slowly learned to embrace it and stretch out of my comfort zone. Be open to new ideas and don’t be afraid to make those ideas an adventure in expanding your consciousness and living a bigger life. Venus may have moved into Capricorn by the new moon but it is still conjunct Jupiter at the end of Sagittarius, and they are both trining Uranus in Taurus.  This can be a beneficial influence for financial improvement and romantic opportunities.  I have my natal Venus trining Uranus, so I am quite familiar with its ability to attract good fortune out of the blue.

Neptune stations direct in 15 degrees of Pisces on November 27, 2019 after having been retrograde since June 21, 2019.  Isn’t it ironic that summer started with Neptune retrograde?  Now that Neptune is awakening from it slumber and coming out of its fog, let’s use its direct motion to work on those insights that were revealed during its retrograde period.  And don’t forget that when a planet is stationary, its energy is intensified, so don’t be surprised if your dreams are particularly intense at this time.  I’d also like to echo what astrologer Pam Gregory said about using Neptune being direct to choose a more perfect reality.

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.

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 Thanksgiving!







Friday, November 15, 2019

Mars Enters Scorpio and Mercury Stations Direct



The sun may be winding down its transit in Scorpio, but there is still plenty of Scorpio energy influencing us.  We had a major belt of it earlier this week with the Sun Mercury conjunction in Scorpio on November 11, 2019 and the Full Moon in Taurus on November 12, 2019.  These aspects inspired me to tweet:


But the strongest Scorpio energy is yet to come.  On November 19, 2019 Mars enters the sign of Scorpio until January 3, 2020.  Mars is very strong and potent in the sign of Scorpio and in the sign of Aries, the two signs it rules.  Until Pluto was discovered, Mars was deemed to be the ruler of Scorpio.  When Mars is transiting Scorpio, we have the ability to act on our deepest desires.  We are more driven and focused on getting what we want.  It bears repeating that Scorpio is fixed water, so we have more tenacity and perseverance when Mars is in Scorpio.  In fact, we may be attracted to crisis because we perceive it as transformative and emotionally exciting as we find it easier to work through difficult challenges.  Don’t be surprised if you find yourself craving extreme emotions during this transit.

When Mars is in Scorpio we have no fear of confronting the darker side of life and it’s a perfect time for psychological self-examination.  A strong sense of purpose prevails while Mars is in Scorpio.  Mars transiting Scorpio also holds the potential for helping us to develop our personal power if we can avoid the pitfalls of power struggles, revenge, resentment and an inability to forgive. These pitfalls represent the shadow side of Scorpio, so we will need to be mindful or we could wind up expressing unrelenting aggressiveness and anger.  While Mars in Scorpio is definitely more direct and assertive than Mars in Libra (where it has been since October 4, 2019), there is also a tendency to be manipulative and act in a passive-aggressive manner with Mars in Scorpio.  I’m just warning you about yet another potential pitfall that could exist with Mars in Scorpio.

Mars will be in Scorpio throughout the holidays and during the last eclipse of 2019 on December 26, 2019 in 4 degrees of Capricorn.  The year 2020 will start with Mars in 28 degrees of Scorpio and that will be hitting my chart in terms of conjuncting my Venus in Scorpio, trining my Uranus and Jupiter in Cancer and squaring my Pluto in Leo.  I sense that there will be plenty of action for me to start the year 2020.

On the following day, November 20, 2019 Mercury stations direct in 11 degrees of Scorpio, which should bring a collective sigh of relief around the world.  Communications should start returning to normal but please be mindful of the fact that Mercury doesn’t officially clear its retrograde shadow until December 7, 2019 in 27 degrees of Scorpio.  This means that Mercury will not be operating at full speed until December but we should all notice some improvement when it stations direct.

When a planet stations retrograde or direct, its influence is stronger than normal.  On November 20, 2019 the moon in Virgo is favorably sextiling Mercury in Scorpio, which encourages us to talk about family and relationship problems.  I don’t know about you, but I have found that this Mercury retrograde was particularly frustrating.  It conjuncted most of my Scorpio planets, squared my Mars in Aquarius and opposed my Pluto in Leo. I will definitely be relieved to see Mercury moving forward.

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.

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, November 8, 2019

A Rare Sun Mercury Conjunction and an Intense Full Moon in Taurus Add More Intensity to Scorpio Season



Scorpio season is kicking into really high gear with two major aspects on November 11th and November 12, 2019.  On November 11, 2019 the sun and retrograde Mercury will be conjunct in 18 degrees of Scorpio.  Mercury will be visible for about five hours as a little black dot crossing over the face of the sun.  It is comparable to the effects of a solar eclipse and if you plan on watching it you should take the same precautions with your eyes that you take in viewing a solar eclipse.  We haven’t had a contact of the sun and Mercury in Scorpio since November 8, 2006 in 16 degrees of Scorpio and the next one will occur on November 13, 2032 in 22 degrees of Scorpio.

The sun Mercury conjunction will undoubtedly reveal some very important information but because Mercury is retrograde there could very well be some misunderstandings and crises occurring.  At the very least this will be a busy time mentally. This aspect favors making new plans because it has the feel of a new moon and solar eclipse despite the fact that it occurs the day before a full moon. 

On November 12, 2019 we have a powerfully intense full moon in 19 degrees of Taurus.  This comes just one week after Mars in Libra was square Pluto in Capricorn in 20 degrees of their respective signs and some of us may still be feeling its effects on the full moon.  On November 5, 2019, I tweeted:
It would be a vast understatement to say that this is going to be one complicated full moon.  It involves two fixed signs, Scorpio and Taurus.  Scorpio is ruled by Pluto and Taurus is ruled by Venus.  All full moons involve a theme of balance, but with these two signs, it pertains to balancing our physical needs (Taurus) and our spiritual needs (Scorpio).  A full moon is also characterized by a time of closure, completion, and culmination.  The sun in Scorpio indicates that some secrets could be revealed that alter the course of our action and the Taurus moon could see us reaping the fruits of our labors and completing goals.  Taurus is very connected with the material world and stability.  The sun in Scorpio is asking us to review what we need to release in our lives in order to transform and renew ourselves.

The full moon in 19 degrees of Taurus also trines Pluto in 21 degrees of Capricorn.  This aspect increases the emotional intensity and sensitivity while increasing our sense of perception and ability to psychologically transform ourselves.  The Scorpio sun is also forming a supportive sextile to Pluto in Capricorn.  And let’s not forget Saturn in Capricorn; it receives the same aspects from the sun in Scorpio and Taurus moon as Saturn and Pluto continue on their path for their big conjunction in 22 degrees of Capricorn on January 12, 2020.  This means that the potential for setting goals and making them real is highly favored with all of this focused energy.

This is also a highly creative full moon because it sextiles Neptune in 16 degrees of Pisces which can literally send us into some altered states of perception and inspiration.  Don’t forget that Scorpio sun trining Neptune as well; how sweet can it get?  We might find ourselves experiencing deep levels of compassion and forgiveness as a result of this aspect. 

We still have some challenging aspects on this full moon in addition to the sun opposing the moon.  It goes without saying that the moon is also opposing retrograde Mercury, so communications can become quite heated.  This theme is further amplified by the fact that the full moon in Taurus is inconjunct Mars in Libra, which recently squared Pluto in Capricorn.  All of this energy can lead to even more intensity, anger and impulsiveness.

But we have one more really sweet saving grace aspect on this full moon. Mars in 25 degrees of Libra sextiles Jupiter in 25 degrees of Sagittarius.  This is a very supportive aspect that bestows strength, courage and good fortune if we remain open to the opportunities that present themselves to us.

I am personally very invested in this full moon in Taurus because it occurs on my birthday and falls in my 8th house of transformation, rebirth, sex, death and joint finances.  I have no doubt that the coming year will be very significant for me and could usher in a year of major transformation.  And I know that the Sun Mercury conjunction will impact me in a big way because it is conjunct my sun and Venus in Scorpio in my 2nd house of personal finances and values. My mother always told me that I was due on November 11th and ever since I was a child, I have started celebrating my birthday on November 11th because it was a holiday—Veterans Day. It’s a tradition that I have continued throughout my life and I don’t see it stopping any time soon, although the Taurus moon inconjunct Jupiter in Sagittarius this year is warning me not to take the celebration to extremes.

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.

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 Veterans Day!


Friday, November 1, 2019

Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio and Venus Enters Sagittarius





We are officially experiencing the last Mercury Retrograde of 2019.  On October 31, 2019, Mercury stationed retrograde in 27 degrees of Scorpio.  On that day I tweeted:
Mercury was conjunct Venus in Scorpio when it stationed retrograde so relationship issues may need to be dealt with in a more passionate and probing manner. The conjunction to Venus could also affect our finances.

Mercury technically entered its shadow period on October 12, 2019, will station direct on November 20, 2019 and clear its shadow period on December 7, 2019.  I have noticed that many people begin to experience problems when Mercury enters its shadow period only to resolve them during the actual retrograde. Mercury will finally leave the sign of Scorpio on December 9, 2019.

What else can we expect with Mercury retrograde in Scorpio? It will be a very deep and psychological time.  We may very well find ourselves reviewing an emotional situation from our past that wasn’t fully processed during this Mercury retrograde.  It’s not uncommon for people from our past to pop up when Mercury is retrograde.  Mercury retrograde in Scorpio can also reveal secrets, which may be good or bad. Emotional turmoil, suspicions and insecurities could also surface during this Mercury retrograde. The best way of dealing with this energy is to trust our intuition. The last time we had a Mercury retrograde in Scorpio was in October 2014 and that one started in 2 degrees of Scorpio and ended in 16 degrees of Libra, so it wasn’t a full blown Mercury retrograde in Scorpio. But we could be facing similar themes and issues from five years ago.  When a planet is retrograde, especially Mercury, it’s a prime opportunity to reflect on what was going on in the past and discern if there are any parallels today.

If you have any planets between 11-28 degrees of Scorpio or any of the fixed signs of Aquarius, Taurus or Leo, I can predict that you will feel this Mercury retrograde big time.  I am definitely in this category: my sun, Venus, Saturn, and Ceres in Scorpio will be conjuncted while my Mars in Aquarius and Pluto in Leo will be squared.  The bottom line with this Mercury retrograde in Scorpio is that something is dying and transforming on a physical or psychological level.

And don’t forget to turn your clocks back on Saturday night, November 2, 2019 before you go to sleep for Daylight Savings Time!  Mercury retrograde could make it very easy for us to overlook this.

But we do have a ray of light this week.  Venus is leaving Scorpio on November 1, 2019 and camping out in Sagittarius until November 25, 2019. This is a much lighter vibe for relationships than Venus in Scorpio and we are more inclined towards optimism, confidence and a willingness to take risks.  We want to have fun and crave new adventures as we seek excitement and pleasure. Truth and a quest for higher meanings become real priorities while Venus is in Sagittarius.  Just be mindful that the shadow side of Venus in Sagittarius is that we could be desiring instant gratification which could very well lead to excessive spending.

Venus in Sagittarius will have a significant impact on relationships.  On November 3, 2019, Venus in Sagittarius will trine Chiron in 2 degrees of Aries, which can add some honesty as a tool for healing old emotional wounds.  On November 5, 2019, Venus in Sagittarius is inconjunct Uranus in 4 degrees of Taurus.  Inconjuncts are notorious for being uncomfortable and irritating because they require some adjustments or compromises.  Ironically, this is also Election Day in the United States, and while it’s not a major election day as 2020 promises to be, we could still experience some upheavals on this day.

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.

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.

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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:


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.

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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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