Stargazing: Forecast for August 25-31, 2014

You can listen to Elizabeth’s Stargazing at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQfh79W3XEk&feature=youtu.be

As we move into the new astrological month of discriminating Virgo, doing the right thing becomes more of a priority. We're pickier about which thoughts we express now as we filter out excess noise. Although the air begins to cool, along with our passions, we're not quite ready to let go of the playful midsummer energy with the lingering in expressive Leo. Energies

Additionally, we're still on edge from an anxious Mars-Uranus connection.

Career and public image are highlighted for you on the New Moon of August 25. Even if a career move isn't in the works, it's still a lucky time to consider options and possibilities and see what's out in the world for you.

The greatest pleasure and most fun could come from the smallest things at the New Moon. You know how to be creative and classy - and how to turn small touches into sexy little tickles of fancy.

It is a good time for introspective activities and tending to projects already in process. There is a bit of a complicated mixture. The new moon in Virgo is telling you to get organized and get to work. But it is on the opposite side of the sky from space cadet Neptune - that just wants to drift in the ethers a while longer. At the same time, ambitious Mars aligns with disciplined Saturn to help you get moving on future projects.

This is the early-warning combination that tells you that summer is winding down and it is time to plan ahead. So perhaps the best advice is to create space for incoming projects and begin to lay the groundwork, but to also allow time to go on a vision quest or off to some watery retreat over the Holiday weekend, which could turn out to be quite watery..

Relationship oriented Venus in heart opening Leo is making harmony to friendly Uranus now. If you are in relationship, this is the time to go have fun with your partner. If you are not in relationship, this is an opportunity to go outside of your normal routines and activities to meet new people.

You could find yourself run over by admirers and new romantic wannabes. Lap up the attention and graciously be amazed by the number of people who want to fall at your feet. Besides, there might be a keeper in the crowd.

On Friday, you may need to hit the snooze button on your alarm clock because the sun is telling you to get up, but Neptune wants more dream time. Make certain your actions are in alignment with your personal vision towards the end of the week. Saturday blends playfulness and purpose.

The month ends under a Scorpio moon. Because it is aligned with aggressive Mars and “sacrifice for the long term” it becomes a triple threat – so clean out and get rid of your excess baggage- physical/mental/emotional – and make an attempt to forgive everyone for everything.