Relationship Horoscope January 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 (Mar21-Apr20) Your popularity blossoms as the Sun and Venus transit your solar 10th house of career and status. Your career goes nicely, there may even be romantic opportunities awaiting you at the workplace. You are definitely being admired and noticed. Or perhaps an artistic dimension is added to your professional life. The Full Moon on the 12th focuses your attention on sensitive family matters. Love is very important to you right now, yet don't make any snap decisions. Friendships may prove easier to handle than love relationships. Taurus (Apr21-May21) Your social circle is enlarged as friends provide encouragement with both Jupiter and Mars in your solar 11th house of friendship. Your sensual ruler Venus, is in retrograde motion until February 5th, so now is a ideal time to reevaluate your ideals pertaining to money, possessions and of course, love. Later in the month, Venus can help you attract people and situations beneficial to your professional and personal life. The New Moon favors financial backing from a favorite sponsor. Gemini (May22-June21) Venus in your solar 8th house of sexuality, transformation and resources from others, paves the way for very profitable enterprises. Where charm can do you well, this is your month, enabling you to obtain optimum results in financial and romantic negotiations. With Venus retrograde, now is a perfect time to go over joint accounts, or apply for credit. Clubs and organizations that deal with taxes and investments are especially alluring. Cancer (Jun22-July22) There is literally no room at the inn in your 7th house of relationships. Close personal relationships are enhanced as the Sun, Mercury, Venus and Neptune transit your 7th house. To top it off, the Full Moon in your demonstrative sign promises fireworks. Be sensitive and let others take the lead when necessary. In addition, now is a noble time to bury the hatchet with those who have challenged you in the past. Old emotional wounds are best let go of, take this opportunity to transform them. Leo (July23-Aug22) You are independent and active now as Mars transits your 7th house of relationships. Expect confrontations, some turmoil, or oppositions from others, as Mars passes through your 7th house. A bit of a soap opera can await you. The New Moon on the 28th brings a favorable opportunity for new relationships. Teamwork on a project is another way to express this verve. After the 20th, when the Sun enters your solar 7th house of relationships, be prepared to focus your attention on marital and business partnerships. Fasten your seat belts, there are changes ahead in what you need and expect in love. Virgo (Aug23-Sept23) It is time for some fun, all too serious Virgo, as the Sun moves into your 5th solar house of romance. Retrograde Venus joins the party after the 9th, as an added asset for socializing and romance. However, be mindful that Venus spinning backward may cause more criticism than usual, of yourself as well as others. The Full Moon in your 11th house shines its light upon friendships and group activities. Say yes to enhanced and expanded social invitations. Libra (Sept24-Oct23) With passionate and energetic Mars torching its way throughout your 5th house of romance, you are indeed the life of the party. Its a hot way to start the New Year for sure, but don't burn yourself out early on. Although you think you can live on love, be sure and balance your time with some home and family concerns. This months planetary alignment reinforces your natural orientation towards others, making this a very amiable month. Scorpio (Oct24-Nov22) The New Year starts off rather frenzied, as you find yourself traveling, running more errands and increasing your involvement in all types of communications. Correspondingly, you may find yourself absorbed in expanding emotional harmony and being in stronger touch with your feelings. The focus on home, property, and family interests increase with the New Moon transiting through your 4th solar house. Now is a good time to start those long awaited home improvement projects. Relationship wise, reevaluate your relationships with siblings and neighbors in particular. Sagittarius (Nov23-Dec21) Finances pick up just in time, since your probably spent rather generously during the holidays. Venus retrograding in your solar 2nd house may stir up some buyers remorse feelings. Romances may take on a rather serious tone as Saturn journeys though your 5th house of romance. Your love may be tested this month, with Venus being retrograde. Perhaps someone from the past may return and go out of their way to please you. Although your first response may be fiery and passionate, don't make the same mistakes twice. Capricorn (Dec22-Jan20) Venus retrogrades in your sign stating January 9th till March 5th, prompting you to reexamine your values, especially in relationships. Practical values that relationships serve in your life, business as well as personal, will be thoroughly examined and contemplated. Do they help you reach your goals of self respect and purpose? The Full Moon in your 7th house longs for true and just cooperation. With the Sun transiting your solar 1st house, your ambitions and leadership drive are dramatically increased, as is your popularity and prestige. Aquarius (Jan21-Feb19) With Venus retrograding in your freedom-loving sign, be prepared for you or your partner breathing new freedom and equality into relationships. Willingness to explore new territories and to have relationships truly reflect who you are can be an exhilarating proposition. Unconditional love, acceptance, and the desire to know the other as a true friend, can help realign and make new starts in relationships. Neptune enters Aquarius on the 28th, ushering in another boost of consciousness into the Aquarian age. More excitement, vitality and the desire for innovative change in your life are definitely highlighted. Pisces (Feb20-Mar20) Affairs of the heart are considerable these days. No need to hide your inspiring light under a bushel. With the Sun transiting through your solar 11th house, friendships and group associations ask more of your time, but also are able to give more back to you in return. Just don't mix business with pleasure and keep those boundaries clear. Hopes, dreams, and planting seeds for the future dovetail positively for you at this time of year, as inner concerns are always meaningful for you.