Relationship Horoscope February 1998 My name is Andrea Mallis and I'm a professional astrologer practicing in Berkeley, California and the creatrix of Virgo in Service at Your Service Astrological Consulting. Welcome to my monthly astrological column that has a specific relationship focus, since one of my specialities is relationship astrology. I do hope that you enjoy reading this column and that you find the information useful and insightful. If you know your rising sign, please read that too. Aries- The focus for you is on friendship, as you renew old friendships and meet many exciting new people. Your social life dramatically improves and your new fashioned approach to things makes you thrilling to be around. Be sure to accept any invitations that come your way, as benefits are likely to come through others at this time. Ceres, the asteroid of nurturing, enters Aries on February 20, suggesting a fiery balancing act between freedom and closeness. Taurus- With energetic Mars and ever expansive Jupiter in your 11th house of friendship, expect to be very busy juggling new friends and keeping the old. Remember, one is silver, the other gold. The New Moon on the 26th focuses your attention on group activities. Don't let jealousy or possessiveness undermine your relationships. For Valentine's Day, perhaps those who know your love of luxury, will gift you with a luscious box of chocolates, satin sheets, or a massage. Gemini- Travel, both near and far, and higher education is your path of exploration this month. You may even feel tempted to pay a surprise romantic visit to the one(s) that you love. With the Sun transiting your 9th house of travel, you are restless and more changeable than usual. Look for a variety of people and activities to suit your ephemeral needs. Be expressive, but try to avoid exaggerating the truth or spinning too tall a tale. Cancer- This month may start with rather heated discussions on joint finances. The Full Moon on the 11th has you dealing with issues of emotional attachments and hidden anxieties. Now is a outstanding time to share your deepest secrets and desires with someone you love and trust. You will fell more secure after you bare your soul. Meditation, dreams, prayer are all activated as the Sun visits your 8th house of transformation. Leo- The Full Moon in your amorous and devoted sign reminds those close to you to remember their favorite Leo, fondly and fully, on Valentines Day. Leo's like to be admired and noticed, and will spare no expense to make their romantic feelings known. Intimate relationships are expected to go through a process of reorganization as the Sun transits your 7th house. The keynote of this valuable transit is teamwork, and meeting others half-way. Virgo- With Venus, goddess of love and beauty, now direct in your 5th house of romance, your love life picks up and stays up. There is little doubt that after the 18th, the emphasis for you is on partnerships. Mars and Jupiter in your solar 7th house, lights the way for increased energy, abundance and enhanced opportunity. The Solar Eclipse on the 26th, stirs the pot on your partnership issues and options. Libra- Whimsical Libra, all hearts and flowers. Cupid has a lot in store for you this month, fanciful Libra, and romance is definitely in the air. Lets hope that special someone and you have a spectacular rendezvous planned to celebrate Valentines Day. With the Sun transiting your solar 5th house of romance until the 18th, along with witty Mercury, you want to be entertained, indulged and swept away in a cloud of pink fairy dust. Scorpio- With Venus transiting your 3rd house of communication, you are likely to be an ardent suitor penning rather torrid Valentine cards. With persistent Mars transiting your 5th house of romance, others may find your fervent ways hard to resist. Although home and family concerns may crop up for you this month, you will have little trouble staying focused on the object of your desires. Sagittarius- How about an exciting getaway weekend just in time for Valentines Day? Improvement in the communication department may help loved ones understand your freedom loving nature a bit more. This is a fast paced time for you, as you try to strike a balance between independence and dependence, between self-assertion and cooperation. Capricorn- With Venus now direct in your sensible sign, now is the time for manifesting your desires on a practical level. Always looking to improve your financial status, this month your ability to handle funds is augmented. With Venus in earthy Capricorn, perhaps a retreat at a hot springs resort would be time well spent for the hard working mountain goat. Aquarius- Happy Birthday eccentric ones. With Mercury in your progressive sign expect changes in your perceptions and surprises in how others see you. Along with the Sun in your 1st house you're especially sparkling and scintillating. Love moves forward for you after February 5th, and can be quite a magical elixir. The Full Moon in your 7th house brings enhanced opportunities for relationships, just resist the temptation to promise more than you can deliver. Pisces- With Jupiter entering your mystical sign on the 4th, for the first time in 12 years, arts, music, fantasy and romance are spotlighted. Unity with others and unconditional love are no doubt on your wish list. After the 18th, the Sun and Mercury enters your gentle-hearted sign. Not to be outdone, an intense Solar Eclipse taps you into cosmic consciousness. Potent energies are called forth, as your true self aligns with universal compassion.