The Universe on Fire: This galaxy, called Messier 82, or the “Cigar galaxy,” was previously known to host a hotbed of young, massive stars. According to NASA, the new Spitzer telescope image “reveals, for the first time, the “smoke” surrounding those stellar fires.”

Sunday finds Mercury (Communication) active twice — showing tension with Jupiter, and harmony with the Moon. You feel like you need to talk with someone, but there might be some areas out of bounds. Meanwhile we also show some favorable aspects for Spiritual health and so honest communication will do you good. Let your personality shine, but follow you gut and don’t push to much today.

“Trust your gut instincts as you work through new ideas for ways to get ahead.”

The work-week begins with a busy set of cosmic energies in play on Monday, as the Moon shows harmony with Pluto and Venus, while Mercury is active three times. Even though you feel a little tension about revealing yourself today, when you talk honestly with the right people… it will be good with your health. Sometimes it’s hard to decide to go one step forward, or take a step back. Let your intuition guide you today, more than logic.

Tuesday finds the Sun (Personality) dancing in harmony with Neptune and Chiron. Give yourself some credit for the strength of Spirit you have forged. This has been a theme since Sunday, and there are reasons to celebrate. Sometimes we’re too busy to notice as adults, the “wins” we savored as a child. But even though the playing field changes there’s still the good fight each day. A successful project. Getting all the To Do list items done. And as you make all these gains you are winning — enjoy it.

Mid-week, emotional activity picks up as Jupiter (growth and prosperity) come into play on Wednesday. Growth is what a family, or a business needs to be secure and prosper. Trust your gut instincts as you work through new ideas for ways to get ahead. And, don’t let fear of change hold you back. Keep your spirit focused on your goals, and take the initiative necessary to get things moving, and to get things done.

Other Star Systems, Other Planets: NASA artist’s concept of the star Fomalhaut and the Jupiter-type planet that the Hubble Space Telescope observed. Observations taken 21 months apart by Hubble’s Advanced Camera for Surveys’ coronagraph show that the planet — named Fomalhaut B — is moving along a path around the star.

Friday finds the Moon in three trines, and two harmonies — a favorable day for getting things done. Pay attention to what your Spirit inspires you to do today, since that will perk up your personality and give you the initiative you need at work and at home. Neptune (Spirituality) is pleased with the Moon — a good feeling — but somewhat at odds with Mercury… a sign that you may need to express your thoughts about Spiritual matters with someone close to you.

“Listen to your intuition. It’s not the size of the gift or quantity that counts. It’s what is expressed from your heart.”

On Saturday, we see a balanced day with two harmonies, and two stress indicators. Remember, that there is such a thing as good stress — just like a bow requires tension to shoot a straight arrow, so does the right amount of stress bring an alert state of mind to help you reach goals in life. Keep your wits about you today, and watch for a breakthrough with friends and loved ones when you take time for honest communication.

Sunday brings an opportunity for healing those parts of your personality that need some new ideas to break through the hurdles of life. What hurdles? Well, sometimes when you follow what is in your mind, instead of what is in your heart, often there are problems to address later. There are four planets the Moon (Emotions) is squaring off with today. Look for where your Spiritual growth is blocked, and deal with it.

Monday shows the Sun (Personality) in harmony with Jupiter (Growth) while the Moon (Emotions) is in harmony with Saturn (Limitations). In the Holiday give season, this can translate to you thinking you have to buy more gifts, while in your gut you know you should stay on budget. Listen to your intuition. It’s not the size of the gift or quantity that counts. It’s what is expressed from your heart.

Rolling in on Tuesday is a good day for progress in your love relationships. The Moon is working in conjunction with Venus today, as the Sun plays nice with Neptune (planet of Spirituality). Again, Spirituality is your key — understand your mate and loved-ones Spiritual needs — listen to their desires and needs. Take a look at any emotions that blocking you from communicating honestly and fully. You can do it.

The “Prime Mover” at the center of the Cosmos: Cathedral of Living Pillar) in Georgia depicting Christ within the Zodiac circle.

Ever find yourself torn on how to proceed with an idea? On Saturday, we find that you can think of some things that will bring about prosperity and growth, while at the same time, you may not feel like doing them. This “angst” often occurs when you can see a clear way ahead, but your emotions are holding you back. Look to your Spiritual side for motivation, and open up communication so you aren’t blocked from transformation.

“…in most relationship issues, the key is going to be open and honest communication. And remember, that means truly listening, not just waiting to speak.”

Sunday brings some busy energies from the heavens as the Moon makes nice with Uranus, Venus and Saturn, squares off with the Sun, and works in conjunctions with Mars. There are also some tension signals with Jupiter, Neptune, and Chiron. This is not the day to clap your hands and expect a lot to get done. Instead focus on those loving relationships, and the nurturing they require. Sometimes a groundwork needs to be laid first, before you can initiate steps leading to progress.

Monday finds Mars in harmony with Saturn which brings energy to the practical plans you launch this week. We also see a certain amount of emotional tension with Pluto, Uranus, Venus and Saturn again. In the workplace, this creative tension may be what’s needed as your team bounces ideas around. Pay attention to limits (on funding, resources, etc.) that people propose. Some limits are good (budgets), and some are to restrictive due to fear of the unknown. The trick is to discern the difference.

Tuesday brings a time when growth ideas and initiatives will be received well. Use that energy in the workplace to get ahead. On the home and relationship front, there could be something blocking your way — something important you and/or your partner are ignoring. Is there an old disagreement that was never resolved? Ignoring it is not a solution. As in most relationship issues, the key is going to be open and honest communication. And remember, that means truly listening, not just waiting to speak.