Friday, February 1, 2013, 22 Elaphebolion, no particular dedication, 5th night of the Waning Moon, in Gemini, going Void of Course from 8:03 P.M. through the rest of the night, starting in the 16th Mansion, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, then entering the 17th Mansion of the Moon, Al Iklil/Alichil, good for positive work on plans and situations already in motion, and for establishing new, powerful connections, around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:06 A.M., and last 50.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Mars at 5:12 P.M., lasting 69.5 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus starts in Capricorn, then enters Aquarius 9:47 P.M., Mars starts in Aquarius, then entering Pisces 8:54 P.M., Jupiter in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A good day to remain nimble, to switch gears, and apply oneself to moving forward. If you want a single word admotion, strive! A lessening of stridency should (slowly) make itself known over the coming month, as Mars is moving out of it’s exhaltation in (greatest influence) as Venus is moving towards hers over the next two months. Magically, a day to reinforce one’s foundations.

Thursday, January 31, 2013, 21 Elaphebolion no particular dedication, 4th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Virgo, then entering Gemini at 1:36 A.M., starting in the 14th Mansion, Al Simak/Azimech; good for promoting love, health; bad for land travel, good for other modes, then entering the 15th Mansion of the Moon Al Ghafar/Algafra, good for uncovering/getting to the bottom of things, around 3:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:07 A.M., and last 50.3 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 5:11 P.M., lasting 69.7 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. And so, we all begin to rise, and in doing so, may begin to look ahead, and see further. Better opportunities to utilize one’s talents should begin to make themselves known. Magically, a fine day for divination, and for having a path make itself manifest.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013, 20 Elaphebolion, no particular dedication, 3rd night of the Waning Moon, in Virgo, going Void of Course from 6:59 P.M. through the rest of the evening, starting in the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 1:00 A.M., finally entering the 14th Mansion, Al Simak/Azimech; good for promoting love, health; bad for land travel, good for other modes, around 3 :00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:08 A.M., and last 50.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 5:10 P.M., lasting 69.9 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter starts retrograde in Gemini, goes direct 6:37 A.M. Saturn in Scorpio. Yeah, Jupiter goes direct today, but patience is necessary for it’s influence to right some of the topsy-turvey aspects of one’s finances and social standing (its also the first day the IRS will accept Income tax filings; coincidence?). A favorably aspected Venus brings warm feelings, but Saturn today again thwarts advancing one’s desires. At least an exit from despond shows itself. Magically, a day to offer aid and strength to others.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013, 19 Elaphebolion, 2nd night of the Waning Moon, in Virgo, no particular dedication, starting in the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for friendship and charitable acts, around 7:00 A.M., finally entering the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 3:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:09 A.M., and last 49.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 5:08 P.M., lasting 70.1 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A good day for being anxious (as opposed to being full of anxiety). Enough of this waiting around for something big to happen! However, Saturn is still in Scorpio, holding us back more than Congress. It’s also the last day of Jupiter being retrograde, and it’s square to the Moon today, which leads one to attempting to pay for things with loose change, or acting like a moneybags. If you can, just take a “staycation” and nest at home. Magically, a day to strike a blow for the underdog by deflating the pompous around them.

Monday, January 28, 2013, 18 Elaphebolion, dedicated to Zeus, 1st night of the Waning Moon, starting in Leo, then going Void of Course from 11:59 A.M. to 6:26 P.M., then entering Virgo, starting in the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, then entering the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for friendship and charitable acts, around 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:10 A.M., and last 49.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 5:07 P.M., lasting 70.25 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Hate to sound like a broken record, but today is like yesterday, only different, whith the Moon being in opposition to Mars and Uranus today, to which is added the Moon being Void of Course a good part of the day. Quiet ninja stealth will advance your agenda, while any demonstrative behavior, or calling attention to oneself, while stop you short. Work in the shadows. If anything, one is best served by the most subtle pressure, applied as imperceptibly. Magically, a day divination, and sharing your abilities to protect others, but with a light hand.

Sunday, January 27, 2013, 17 Elaphebolion, dedicated to Hekate, 2nd night of the Full Moon, in Leo, the whole day in the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:10 A.M., and last 49.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 5:06 P.M., lasting 70.33 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. This Leo Moon is square Saturn and in opposition to Mercury today, which in general means this should be a day lacking in accomplishment (unless you consider petty bickering and obstacles as such). In fact, this is a perfect day for individual acts of ninja stealth, and you can achieve just about anything, as long as you go it alone, and offer no explainations. Magically, a day for laying the groundwork to mend fences among individuals and groups (some coercion may be necessary).

Saturday, January 26 2013, 16 Elaphebolion, dedicated to Hekate, 1st night of the Full Moon, starting Void of Course in cancer, then entering Leo 9:20 A.M., starting in the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, good for baneful and destructive forms of magic, then entering the 10th Mansion of the Moon, Al Jabhah/Algebhah good for love and friendship, thwarts criminal activities and evil intentions, around 3:00 A.M, finally entering the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:11 A.M., and last 49.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 5:05 P.M., lasting 70.5 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A Full Moon more full of gratification delayed than achievement. I suppose that sometimes we need to be satisfied by very small accomplishments, those that are barely perceptible. Be assured they are occuring, though one might need a micrometer to measure them. Magically, a time for release.

Friday, January 25 2013, 15 Elaphebolion, dedicated to Kronos as guardian of the beginning of the agricultural season, 15th night of the Waxing Moon, in Cancer, going Void of Course from 3:35 P.M. through the rest of the day the whole day in the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, an appropriate time for baneful and destructive forms of magic. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:12 A.M., and last 49.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 5:03 P.M., lasting 70.75 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Attempting to come up with an optimistic outlook or sunny disposition will be difficult at best today; The passage of the Moon through this part of Cancer is generally difficult, full of muttered threats and veiled hints. Having Mercury square Mercury just brings up more petty disappointments to face. Perhaps it’s best to just fake contentment, rather than wallowing in misery. Magically, a day to extend a shield of protection, hunker down in a protected place.

Thursday, January 24 2013, 14 Elaphebolion, no particular dedication, 14th night of the Waxing Moon, in Cancer, starting in the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, then entering the 9th Mansion of the Moon Al Tarf/ Atarf, an appropriate time for baneful and destructive forms of magic, around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:13 A.M., and last 49.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 5:02 P.M., lasting 70.9 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A good day to lay the groundwork for establishing a new approach or dynamic towards friends, family and one’s work environment. The re-set button may, to a degree be hit with positive results. Magically, a day for banishings, eliminations.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 13 Elaphebolion, no particular dedication, 13th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Gemini, then Going Void of Course from 6:24 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., then entering Cancer. PLanetary Hours start in the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures. Good for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, then entering the 8th Mansion of the Moon, Al Nathra/Ahaathra, governing positive aspects of love and happiness, around 10:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:13 A.M., and last 49 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 5:01 P.M., lasting 71 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Even though the Day starts with Mercury ruling the Day, and the Sun the night, the operational enery of the day is provided by Mars, which is trine to the Moon from 6:42 A.M. This provides a power boost, allowing you to have the wherewithal to repair some of the damages your reputation has incurred over the last few days. Don’t engage in wasted talk or effort during this Void of Course, but rather keep your senses focused forwad. Magically, a day for bringing calm and order.

Tuesday, January 22, 2013, 12 Elaphebolion, dedicated to Dionysus, last day of the City Dionysia, 12th night of the Waxing Moon, in Gemini, starting in the 6th Mansion of the Moon Al Han’ah/Athaya, good for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, then entering the 7th Mansion of the Moon, Al Dhira/Aldirah, good for success when contending against authority figures, and for acts promoting gain, love, comfort, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:14 A.M., and last 48.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 5:00 P.M., lasting 71.2 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Good day for plotting and scheming, with a fairly good chance of getting over. This being the case, it’s best to be on one’s own guard, as we are not all plotters and schemers, which can make one an easy mark. Even the most innocent of propositions needs to be carefully vetted. Magically, a day for deflecting unwanted attentions, reversing situations.

Monday, January 21, 2013, 11 Elaphebolion, dedicated to Dionysus, 2nd day of the City Dionysia, 11th night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Taurus, then entering Gemini 9:04 A.M., starting in the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, then entering the 6th Mansion of the Moon, Al Han’ah/Athaya, a day for stirring things up, promoting cruel and destructive acts, agricultural disasters, around 3:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:15 A.M., and last 48.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:59 P.M., lasting 71.33 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Despite the Moon moving into the 6th Mansion today, this is the first day in a while where a fair hearing will be given to one’s views, and positive forward movement is possible. Make no promises, and you won’t need to walk them back later. Magically, a day for working behind the scenes, under the surface. Subterfuge can be one’s aide.

Sunday, January 20, 2013, 10 Elaphebolion, dedicated to Dionysus Eleutherius, the start of the City Dionysia, centering on the performances of plays, 10th night of the Waxing Moon, In Taurus, going Void of Course from 1:16 P.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, then entering the 5th Mansion of the Moon Al Haq’a/Almices, good for healing, building, children, the return of lost things, around 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:15 A.M., and last 48.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:57 P.M., lasting 71.5 minutes. Sun in Aquarius, Mercury in Aquarius, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day for one’s defenses to crumble (and a lovely day if you like emotional scenes). Otherwise, a good day to limit personal contacts, unless you enjoy blubbering and arguments. Magically, a day for mending fences.

Saturday, January 19, 2013, 9 Elaphebolion, no particular dedication, 9th night of the Waxing Moon, in Taurus, starting in the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, and to help or hinder judicial matters, into the 4th Mansion of the Moon, Al Deberan/Aldeberan, good for playing the margins, shaking things up, around 1:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:16 A.M., and last 48.3 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:56 P.M., lasting 71.7 minutes. Sun starts in Capricorn, then enters Aquarius 4:52 P.M. Mercury in starts in Capricorn, then enters Aquarius 2:25 A.M., Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day for regrouping and retrenching; on the bright side, both the Sun and Mercury move into Aquarius today, which should allow for a change of perspective about one’s own worth and abilities, which has been buffeted these last few days. However, the Moon is in opposition to Saturn, which will not allow one to break out/away from the annoyances currently endured. This too will pass. Magically, change is best effected in the afternoon, the evening is best spent hindering others.

Friday, January 18, 2013, 8 Elaphebolion, dedicated to Poseidon and Asklepios, 8th night of the Waxing Moon, starting in Aries, going Void of Course from &:40 P.M. to 8:35 P.M., starting in the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, exciting situations, achieving things, then entering the 3rd Mansion of the Moon, Al Thurayya/Alzoraya, good for career support, general good luck, to help or hinder judicial matters, around 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:17 A.M., and last 48.2 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:55 P.M., lasting 71.8 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Another conflicted day, good for shaking things up if the consequences don’t matter much to you, but, for the more sensitive among us, expect what you do or say to be twisted into an almost unrecognizible parody. Magically, a day for stirring things up.

Thursday, January 17, 2013, 7 Elaphebolion, dedicated to Apollo, 7th night of the Waxing Moon, in Aries, starting in the 1st Mansion of the Moon, Al Sharatain/Alnath, good for creating discord, overseeing travel, engineering projects, then entering the 2nd Mansion of the Moon, Al Botein/Alboitan, good for finding treasure, capturing things, stirring up situations, and achieving things, around 11:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:17 A.M., and last 48.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:54 P.M., lasting 71.9 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A difficult day to suffer fools gladly, which leads to oneself appearing the fool. The Moon being Square Venus while sextile Saturn and Mars makes it easy for everyone and everything to irk you, which can lead to aggressive (and not very attractive) behavior). If possible, disengage a bit. Magically, a day to achieve non-linear results, leapfrogging ahead.

Sunday, January 13, 2013, 3 Elapphebolion, dedicated to Athena, 3rd night of the Waxing Moon, in Aquarius, going Void of Course from 3:37 A.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 25th Mansion of the Moon, Al Alibiya/Caadulhachbia, good for hindering the activities of others, revenge, then entering the 26th Mansion Al Mukdim/ Almiquedam, good for love and health, liberation, around 5:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:19 A.M., and last 47.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:50 P.M., lasting 72.4 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A very active day, what with the Moon being conjunct Mars, making this a good day for seeking, roaming, exploring. Going to and fro, you ought to be able to make some new discoveries (new at least to you). Magically, a day to fine-tune the intellect (memory and knowledge spells, working on focus).

Saturday, January 12, 2013, 2 Elaphebolion, dedicated to the Agathos Daimon, 2nd night of the Waxing Moon, starting Void of Course in Capricorn, then entering Aquarius 4:01 A.M., starting in the 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success, then entering the 25th Mansion of the Moon, Al Alibiya/Caadulhachbia, good for hindering the activities of others, revenge, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:19 A.M., and last 47.4 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:48 P.M., lasting 72.6 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Not as easy a go of it as yesterday, due to the undercurrents generated by others altering the trajectory of your thoughts and actions. To move from here to there, you might need to go around the other way. Magically, a day for weavings and entanglements, locking power in, forming a safe harbor.

Friday, January 11, 2013, 1 Elaphebolion, dedicated to one’s personal Deities, New Moon in Capricorn, going Void of Course, going Void of Course from 2:44 P.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, good for good for health, freedom, then entering the 24th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sulud/Caaddcohot, good for overcoming those against you, general success, around 11:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:19 A.M., and last 47.33 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:47 P.M., lasting 72.66 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. The Moon is conjunct both the Sun and Mercury today, intensifying the best aspects of Saturn in Scorpio today. This leads to abilities being given free reign, and the opportunity to employ them to great effect. Go out, and do ! Magically, a day for most any positive work to commence.

Thursday, January 10, 2013, 29/30 Anthesterion, dedicated to Hekate, 2nd night of the Dark of the Moon, starting Void of Course in Sagittarius, then entering Capricorn 3:54 A.M., starting in the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, then entering the 22nd Mansion Sa’d a-da’bih/Caadaldepa, good for health, liberation, around 7 A.M, finally entering the 23rd Mansion of the Moon, Sa’d Bula/Caaddebolach, also good for health, freedom, around midnight. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:19 A.M., and last 47.25 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:46 P.M., lasting 72.75 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Things should fall into their proper channels today, the tumult and unease of the last few days abating. Whatever holiday from reality you may have taken should now be ended. Magically, a day for cleansing, sweeping a clear path before you (you might even try a bit of divination).

Wednesday, January 09, 2013, 28 Anthesterion, dedicated to Hekate, 1st night of the Dark of the Moon, Void of Course in Sagittarius, starting in the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, then entering the 21st Mansion of the Moon, Al Bal’dah/ Elbelda, good for acquiring material possessions, around 9:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:20 A.M., and last 47.1 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:45 P.M., lasting 72.9 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Capricorn, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day for the self-directed, as there is never that clear a course on a day of no exact aspects. This will give one advantage over those who are merely propelled by the momentum of yesterday, and nothing more. With luck, one will bump into the edges of a problem, and develop a solution (but don’t implement it today). Magically, a day for preservation.

Tuesday, January 8, 2013, 27 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 11th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Scorpio, then entering Sagittarius 3:28 A.M, going Void of Course there 9:28 P.M. through the rest of the day, starting in the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/ Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, around 1:00 A.M., finally entering the 20th Mansion, Al Nalaim/Nahaym, good for compulsion, underhanded dealings, good for travel, around 11:30 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:20 A.M., and last 47 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:44 P.M., lasting 73 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus starting in Sagittarius, then moving into Capricorn at 11:11 P.M., Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. While it’s perfectly fine to retreat from time to time into a realm of one’s own creation (self-defense and all), today is a day wherein one can be seduced into believing one’s pipe dreams. Keep an eye on the real world while on your sojourn. Magically, a day for bindings and banishments.

Monday, January 07, 2013, 26 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 10th night of the Waning Moon, in Scorpio, going Void of Course 6:31 A.M. through the rest of the day, staring in the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots revenge, travel, then entering the the 19th Mansion, Al Shaulah/ Exaula, good for all defensive and aggressive work, around 3:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Moon at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.9 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Venus at 4:43 P.M., lasting 73.1 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. With the Moon square Saturn today, we will all experience something of a hangover from our exertions yesterday (which is why caution over what did yesterday was so important, we reap what we sow). Magically, a day for keeping the pressure on authority figures.

Sunday, January 06, 2013, 25 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 9th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Libra, then entering Scorpio 1:09 A.M, starting in the 17th Mansion of the Moon, Al Iklil/Alichil, good for positive work on plans and situations already in motion, and for establishing new, powerful connections, then entering the 18th Mansion of the Moon, Al Kalb/Alkab, good for plots and revenge, around 5:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with the Sun at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.8 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Jupiter at 4:42 P.M., lasting 73.2 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A modicum of self-control is always the best course, but more so today, as the Moon moves into Scorpio, priming the pump by suaring Mars, which tends to put one on a hair trigger. That being said, it’s a grat day to settle scores and take prisoners. Don’t stand too close to anyone else in line or jostle others-unless you mean to. The confluence of Mercury, Saturn and the Moon make it quite a day for revenge. Magically, use a light hand today, as a magnifying effect is in force today.

Saturday, January 05, 2013, 24 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 8th night of the Waning Moon, in Libra, going Void of Course from 6:13 P.M. through the rest of the Day, starting in the 16th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubana/Azubene, then moving into the 17th Mansion, Al Iklil/Alichil, good for things already in motion, as well as establishing life-long connections, around 7:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Saturn at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.75 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mercury at 4:41 P.M., lasting 73.25 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A more graceful day than yesterday, thanks to Venus being sextile to the Libra Moon today. As it is not in an exalted position, don’t expect for a wave of love to sweep the country, merely that it will be less contentious than yesterday. Magically, a day to deal with coping, enduring.

Friday, January 04, 2013, 23 Anthesterion, dedicated to Zeus Melichios, the well-disposed, a chthonic form of Zeus which manifests as a snake, to whom were offered honey cakes in the form of animals (animal crackers will suffice), 7th night of the Waning Moon, in Libra, starting in the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good day for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, entering the 16th Mansion, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:40 P.M., lasting 73.33 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Mars, Jupiter and the Moon are all trine to each other, which lends great effect to one’s jockeying for prestige and notice, without breaking out the sharp elbows. The notice you desire will come by action, not by blowing one’s own horn (and it won’t do to complain to others how you are underappreciated, as the Moon is also square Mercury today, so everyone’s fretting over imagined slights). Magically, a day for influencing others to show their true colors and intentions.

Friday, January 04, 2013, 23 Anthesterion, dedicated to Zeus Melichios, the well-disposed, a chthonic form of Zeus which manifests as a snake, to whom were offered honey cakes in the form of animals (animal crackers will suffice), 7th night of the Waning Moon, in Libra, starting in the 15th Mansion (Al Ghafar/Algafra); a good day for treasure hunting and sleuthing, causing friction between people, dealing a blow, entering the 16th Mansion, Al Zubana/Azubene, good for dealing with hindrances and reversals, around 9:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Venus at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Mars at 4:40 P.M., lasting 73.33 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. Mars, Jupiter and the Moon are all trine to each other, which lends great effect to one’s jockeying for prestige and notice, without breaking out the sharp elbows. The notice you desire will come by action, not by blowing one’s own horn (and it won’t do to complain to others how you are underappreciated, as the Moon is also square Mercury today, so everyone’s fretting over imagined slights). Magically, a day for influencing others to show their true colors and intentions.

Thursday, January 03, 2013, 22 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 6th night of the Waning Moon, starting in Virgo, then going Void of Course from 7:11 A.M. to 8:10 P.M.,then entering Libra, starting in the 14th Mansion, Al Simak/Azimech; good for promoting love, health; bad for land travel, good for other modes, then entering the 15th Mansion of the Moon Al Ghafar/Algafra, good for uncovering/getting to the bottom of things, around 10:00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Jupiter at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.66 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Moon at 4:40 P.M., lasting 73.33 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day of inappropriate questions all around, in the guise of solicitude, thanks to the Moon squaring Venus and Mercury squaring Uranus. This can be overcome by thinking before one speaks (and we all know what percentage of the population engages in that behavior). Magically, a day for casting oil on troubled waters, mediating.

Wednesday, January 2, 2013, 21 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 5th night of the Waning Moon, in Virgo, starting in the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for friendship and charitable acts, around 7:00 A.M., finally entering the 13th Mansion of the Moon, Al Awwa/Alahue, good for aid, comfort, assistance, around 1:00 A.M., finally entering the 14th Mansion, Al Simak/Azimech; good for promoting love, health; bad for land travel, good for other modes, around 10 :00 P.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mercury at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.6 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with the Sun at 4:39 P.M., lasting 73.4 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A fine revved up day, with plentry of potential for forward movement; the only downside is that Jupiter is still retrograde, in Gemini, which can persuade one to expect things that are better than they are, and so, be a bit profligate with one’s resources. This hinderance fades the end of the month. Magically, a day for most anything except money drawing.

Tuesday, January 01, 2013, 20 Anthesterion, no particular dedication, 4th night of the Waning Moon, starting Void of Course in Leo, then entering Virgo 12:53 P.M., starting in the 11th Mansion of the Moon, Al Zubrah/Azobra, which is good for reversing negative opinions and judgments, then entering the 12th Mansion of the Moon, Al Sarfah/Acarfal, good for friendship and charitable acts, around 3:00 A.M. Planetary Hours of the Day begin with Mars at 7:20 A.M., and last 46.5 minutes. Planetary Hours of the Night commence with Saturn at 4:38 P.M., lasting 73.5 minutes. Sun in Capricorn, Mercury in Capricorn, Venus in Sagittarius, Mars in Aquarius, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini, Saturn in Scorpio. A day for plotting, scheming, planning, or just woolgathering, Mercury rules the head today. If your’e not too hung over, this is an ideal time for long-term planning. That being said, don’t put anything into immdeiate effect, as the Moon in opposition to Uranus, tends to promote some fairly outre thinking. Magically, another day for doing for others, lending aid.