Astrology and Me

This was my forecast (abridged) for February from Susan Miller, courtesy of Meihui's recommendation. Not that I actually put much trust in things like this, but let's see how accurate it was.

As February starts... you'll do many video conference calls, telephone calls, and email swaps. It will be a very busy month.

Lots of calls about work. Does that count?

It appears that all the most important opportunities and deals that will happen for you now will happen at a far distance from your natural base.

How about that film festival invite, huh?

Not only are travel and relationships afar lit up for you, but so are all sorts of academic matters, too. You may be going back to college and easing into your study schedule, or you may be studying abroad (or making application to do so at a future date). Your mind is hungry for new experiences and you seem to have had your fill of routine life. You need something fresh and new to think about, and it appears the universe is ready to comply by bringing you all the stimulation you crave.

Not so much. I'm brain dead.

Speaking of ideas and new concepts, many Gemini are involved with publishing or broadcasting industries, and if that describes you, you'll like the developments of the month. You may be in talks about a book, regular column, or special feature that you'd like to write, oversee, or research for a magazine or newspaper. You might even be given a chance to host your own radio or TV show.

I just want a goddamn raise and promotion. Oh yeah, and I directed something.

You may be involved in an important editing or research project, or the development of an ad campaign, new website, publicity project, or marketing program. As a Gemini, you are likely to have solid communication skills, so it is not surprising that these types of exceptional opportunities would come up.

Awfully vague, innit?

Looking aback over the past six months, life has not been exactly easy for you. Lots of things have been going on behind closed doors, and it's been nearly impossible to get the approvals or facts you need to make plans. Others, whose support you've needed, have deliberated in private meetings about the course to take that would affect you (either generally or specifically), but it has been difficult for you to get all the facts. Part of the problem is that management has not been as sure about their decisions as you have been led to believe - that explains some of their waffling and aloofness.

Oh yeah, you can say that again. Fuck management.

At the same time, you sensed you needed to shore up your position, so you began to strategize a number of new future plans on your own, whether for your professional or personal life, or both. Those plans - that you have been hatching since July 28 - needed secrecy so that you could develop them properly. Yet these plans were taking longer to hatch than you originally thought and only now are they reaching a point where you can share them with the world.

Gee. I have plans? Really? I'd sure like to know them...

You tend to be an open book, but because of these prevailing conditions over the past six months, you have been forced to play your cards close to the vest. Being secretive is not "you" so this added pressure - you like to keep moving in an open, straightforward way. All this behind-the-scenes intrigue has had to be draining.

Oh yeah, fuck the office politics. May they all burn.

You may have also discovered that you were more isolated from others during this past six month period, either by choice or necessity. You may not have felt well, or it might have been that you needed to concentrate in a quiet place on a project that was consuming you. In the latter case, you were probably quite productive.

I really dunno if anything was "consuming" me...

During this time, you were also considering which elements and people should stay, and which should go. On that score, you may have come to some startling conclusions that have led you to make a number of bold moves.

Like what? Oh, maybe going to my boss and demanding a promotion and raise. But we're not supposed to meet till Monday... Fingers crossed.

While all of this was going on, over the past six months you may have also found that competitors, critics, and detractors were particularly aggressive in their attempt to move into your territory. You may never have considered the possibility that you had anything that an enemy would want to target, but apparently you do. It could be a relationship you valued or a market you developed - the list has endless possibilities.

How about the fact that I actually am good at what I do. I bet lots of people find that threatening enough. (Wow, how's that for a big ego?)

If this situation did apply to you, at first the aggressors operated under your radar, so it was hard to detect their movements. You did finally find out what they were up to - probably in early December - and when you did, you had little choice but to protect your flanks, an exhausting process that probably took a toll on your nerves.

My poor nerves... I dunno how I "protected" myself, really. I kinda just stayed away from the fuckers like I always did.

If competitors and critics weren't a concern for you, alternatively you may have had much interaction with medical personnel and / or more conversations with people in certain institutions, whether for yourself or family member or friend. Examples of the types of institutions I am referring to would include a hospital, physical therapy or rehabilitation center, nursing home, psychiatric center, or even a prison (say, for example, if you know someone who has been incarcerated and you had to talk with the police). No doubt, most Gemini have had their hands full.

Um, no.

Now this difficult phase is coming to an end, thank goodness. In its place, you will enter into a magnificent phase when Mars enters Gemini, from February 17 to April 13.

You'll feel strong, confident, and quite determined about the path you will need to follow. If at any point in the past six months you felt at a disadvantage, you won't any more. Soon you will be able to turn the tables in your favor. Your health will rebound and your sprit will be stronger, too.

Oh goody, I like magnificent phases.

Higher-ups who acted in an indecisive or detached way will now become more open and responsive to you, providing answers and facts you will need to make plans and allow you to build on past accomplishments. The uncertain circumstances that plagued you are soon to be a thing of the past. This could well become a golden phase of the year for you, for Mars will put you in the driver's seat. What a difference having Mars in your sign can make!

Yeah! Taking control, baby! Mars can drop by anytime he damn well pleases. Now's the time to be pro-active. I want more money! I want a promotion! Stop treating me like shit!

It has been two years since you last had the advantage of Mars in Gemini. Specifically, that period spanned from March 21 to May 7, 2004. That was two years ago - a long time - but you may recall something important about the themes that emerged back then. Other planets have changed positions, so that's significant, too - no situation is ever a repeat of an earlier time.

I don't remember what I did then, besides shoot my thesis film. What themes were there...? Oh yeah, that was when I last directed!

Keep in mind, a good aspect like this one will only become helpful when YOU take charge and harness the energy at your disposal. You must set the agenda and show your intent. If you know what you want to accomplish professionally or personally, then you'll see lots of progress now.

Ah, yes. More encouragement for me taking charge!

This full moon falls very close to Valentine's Day, Tuesday, February 14, so you may travel that weekend to see a sweetheart or to spend time with one (and that includes your spouse if you are married). A private weekend at a cozy bed and breakfast would be a great idea. Make your reservations early!

Um, no. Didn't happen.

At month's end, your career will bring all sorts of amazing developments. So much of what you've worked toward will start to blossom at the new moon, February 28, and in the two weeks that follow.

At this time you may find that you are in line for a new job or will be told about a promotion. You may receive special publicity, too - your name seems to be "out there" and on everyone's lips. It will be critical that you be ready to sit at the table and deal, for that new moon on February 28 will open the door to a new professional path.

OK, I'm getting ready to "sit at the table and deal".

The way new moons work is that they provide two weeks of powerful energy to plant your seeds. Do so as close to the new moon as possible. You won't have to actually win your new job assignment in that two-week period, but you do have to START the interview process. That's the way to deal with new moons.

This new moon is smack dab conjunct Uranus, so whatever happens will be a complete surprise to you. You may find yourself in the right place at the right time, so stay alert. For sure, nothing will happen in a way you'll expect.

I love (good) surprises!

Of course, with Uranus involved, you never know what will happen, as Uranus is the planet of unexpected (even weird) developments. You could suffer a setback, too. I feel that's less likely because you will have a glittering crown of planets at the pinnacle point of your chart. A conjunction of four heavenly bodies like this is considered very powerful and beneficial.

Aww, fuck. Please, no more setbacks...

With my anus involved... tee hee (sorry, that was such a childish moment)

Mars will be in hard angle to that new moon, so you may disagree with an authority figure - you could feel strongly enough about your position to leave your job. If so, go with the flow - you aren't going to be short on opportunity, that's for sure. Remember, Mars will help you set up a new cycle, so you do have plenty of cosmic support.

But, but... I can't leave my job. Anyone wanna headhunt me?

Jupiter, the giver of gifts and luck, will support your crown of stars and will be within eight degrees. Ideally, I wish Jupiter were within five degrees of those planets, but this generous planet is still close enough to help you. With this lucky planet based in your day-to-day-work projects sector (sixth house) it appears that the work you have turned out over the past year is solid. That record will explain the growing grass roots support you will enjoy. In other words, it is your customers and other end users, coworkers, and others who will support your push upward. If VIPs are not savvy enough to see your value, those people will, and that will tip the scales heavily in your favor.

Who are these people? Let's start making a list, and checking it twice...

Dear Gemini, it looks like you will finally have the opportunity to grab the fruit that has hung tantalizing close to your fingers, but until now has remained frustratingly out of reach. No longer. Grasping it will be ever so very sweet.

Mmm... Grab it and squeeze...

Financially, you also have reason to be upbeat. The period from mid-2003 to mid-2005 probably brought difficult conditions for making decent money, but that phase has ended. Now that Venus will go full speed direct on February 3 in your commissions / credit / bonus / joint resource center, you will finally begin to see the money you deserve. Watch the days surrounding February 3 for signs that the ice is melting and that better days are on the way.

Money you receive will come as a chunk, in terms of commissions, settlement, payout, inheritance, back pay, refund, or other similar way, but nevertheless will be very welcome.

Nope, didn't happen. Damn.

In terms of romance, you have so much going on this month that your love life will necessarily take second place in your life. Still, Venus' turn direct will bring better news to your romantic situation because Venus is the natural ruler of your solar fifth house of true love.

On Valentine's Day, Venus and Jupiter will be in divine communication, quite a wonderful indication of a highly romantic day. This is rare, as many Valentine's Days in the past have not generally brought great aspects. This one does, so be happy! As said earlier, it would be a wonderful idea to take a little short trip with the one you love.

Bah, fuck that.

Dear Gemini, in parting, know that next month Mercury will be retrograde practically the whole month, and we have two eclipses on the way. While you have a productive month in February, try to hurry things along. Eclipses bring surprise events, and for you, your home and family life may bring disruptions, so keep your schedule light midmonth. You will have extra things to think about.

Um, that doesn't sound too good.

But then again, this was just for fun anyway. Just in case, though, I should probably work through how I can persuade my boss to give me that promotion and hefty raise.