Relationship Horoscope October 1997

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. For further information on my astrological services, you can reach me by email at avirgo9@ix.netcom.com Aries (Mar21-Apr20) Look for a fast paced month of action, optimism, personal growth and romance. 90% of the planets move forward by the middle of this month. Expect love to blossom as the Sun and Mercury visit your 7th h ouse of relationship. The October 1st New Moon is a great time to share your visions with your partner, whose energy and support are very much available to you. Taurus (Apr21-May21) Your relationships with others are intensified thanks to Venus transiting your 7th house of relationships, followed by Mercury there on the 19th and the Sun on the 23rd. Sensuous urges are strong th is month. Mars and Venus in your 8th house of transformation, signals its time to release attachments to the past and heal feelings of resentment. Gemini (May22-Jun21) With the sun transiting through your 5th house of pleasures love and romance, now is the time to enjoy socializing and entertaining. Feel free to participate in sports and hobbies, especially with ch ildren. After Venus enters your 7th house on the 8th, joining Pluto and Mars there, opportunities for marriage and partnerships may arise. Expect to assume the lead in partnerships. Lots of planets in air strengthen your creativity and idea generating powers. Cancer (Jun22-Jul22) Home and family issues continue to be significant until the 23rd. This is a great time to get in touch with your true feelings and create more domestic harmony. With few planets in water signs this m onth, you may feel a bit ìout of your elementî. After the 23rd, you will feel more at home in the realms of watery depth. The New Moon on the 1st initiates favorable emphasis on family matters and property concerns. Afte r the 23rd, when the Sun enters your 5th house, spending on entertainment and children are highlighted. Leo (Jul23-Aug22) Thoughts of the perfect romantic adventure beckon to you, as Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, transits your 5th house on the 8th. Your love life is moving forward, a new relationship may start to progress. New friends come into the picture as well. The New Moon on the 31st, the second new moon of the month, focuses your attention on family matters and emotional harmony. Remember your home is the support system whi ch makes outer achievement possible. Virgo (Aug23-Sep23) Financial interests are highlighted this month. You may want to design a new budget. Your family may need extra attention and you will likely spend more time at home. When Venus moves into your 4th s olar house, buying and beautifying for the home is definitely on your list. This is a great time for redecorating, renovating or even moving. The asteroid Ceres, the great earth mother, is direct this month, and that shou ld help push situations in a positive direction. Libra (Sep24-Oct23) The New Moon in your harmonious sign keeps the contact close and cozy with your significant others. New beginnings are favored on all levels. Increased poise and confidence become you, as does leaders hip and drive. Your love life should be in full swing after the 14th. Serious thoughts about commitments arise during the Full Moon on the 15th, when exchanging or renewing vows may be on your mind. Scorpio (Oct24-Nov22) Introspection and self-analysis dominate most of the month until the Sun enters your 1st house on the 23rd, following Mercury there on the 19th. Then you can expect to feel more outgoing and demonst rative. Venus joins Mars and Pluto in your 2nd house of money and possessions suggesting a change in values and how you handle money. Transformations in home life are still occurring, domestic and family matters move forw ard after the 14th. Happy All Hallows Eve as the Scorpio New Moon on the 31st begins a new phase in all your relationships. Sagittarius (Nov23-Dec21) With Venus and Mars in your fun loving sign, you are enthusiastic, optimistic and more confident about expressing your desires and taking action. Now is the perfect time to incorporate more mirt h into your life, donít overdo the wild partying though. A number of chance encounters may even have a fated quality to them. The New Moon on the 1st contacts your 11th house, look forward to starting new friendships and strengthening bonds with favorite associations. Capricorn (Dec22-Jan20) Career takes top priority once again, yet try and balance home and family life with work responsibilities. Youíll be inclined to get out there and network, once the Sun and Mercury move into your 11th house later this month. Group efforts and projects are popular for you now. Unexpected developments may occur in connection with either family or finances. Aquarius (Jan21-Feb19) The emphasis is on travel, education and philosophy. Formulating long range plans come easy to you these days. The New Moon places a definite accent on travel and long distance concerns. Friendships become tools for learning and enhancing your future, and the loyalty of friends is important to you now. Youíll also be successful at selling yourself or your ideas. Your eccentric ruler Uranus goes direct on Oct. 14th, things move forward quickly, say good bye to the status quo. Pisces (Feb20-Mar20) The emphasis this month is on your 8th house of sensuality, rebirth and transformation, until the 23rd. Crisis or peak experiences may precipitate a need to go inward. Joint finances, inheritances an d sexuality can all become emotional issues. Psychic perceptions abound, trust your intuitions. Significant psychological transformations and turmoil is quite likely, you may have an encounter with someone who produces th e need for deep psychological self-inquiry or will create very powerful changes in your life.