Your Weekly Forecast By Element - August 16-22, 2010

The Air Signs

Gemini, Libra, Aquarius

Your week starts off with Saturn in Libra opposing Jupiter, which can create tension within your love relationship, as you and your partner seem to want incompatible things. Although this week begins with a tense planetary line up, you will be feeling it less than most other signs. Your Air Sign clear-mindedness and kind-heartedness will stand you in good stead and turn you into a pillar of strength for struggling loved ones. Single Air Signs, this Monday a sensual Scorpio Moon may send someone your way so pay close attention and let your natural friendliness work its magic. But charming Venus, is also in Libra, making you persuasive and so attractive that they'll probably melt like butter in the end. On Friday Venus and Mars form a conjunction which spells light-hearted, delicious romance for the Air Signs in relationships and sets your libido on fire. Be sure to plan something special and dress to impress. Throughout the week Mercury will be slowing down and over the weekend, the communication planet turns retrograde until mid-September. You may find yourself having vivid dreams; be sure to write them out and meditate on what they are trying to tell you. While Mercury is retrograde, it’s an excellent time to marinate on those great ideas but don't start anything new just yet. Not until October opens.

Your Love Week—Air Signs:

If you're facing romantic choices, Monday's Jupiter-Saturn opposition won't help. Monday evening you Air Signs are a fool for love, thanks to the Moon-Neptune square; then the Moon trines Uranus making your strange charm irresistible. On Tuesday the Sagittarius Moon heaps more options on your plate when it sextiles Saturn, Venus, and Mars. Fire Signs are dangerously attractive, as Wednesday night's Sun-Moon trine lusciously demonstrates. Blow some Air on the Fire to make it grow! With Sagittarius running the dating game until Thursday morning, Fire, Air, and maybe even some Water Signs are fair game. Review your emotional needs on Thursday, because Friday gets confusing. Venus and Mars conjoin in Libra while squaring the Capricorn Moon, mixing private romance with public display. Once the Capricorn Moon turns everything serious, Friday's Sun-Neptune opposition and Mercury turning retrograde could hook you up with the wrong person. As Mercury retrogrades, Saturn squares Pluto on Saturday, inviting bad decisions. Tread carefully! You're vulnerable Saturday for the Sun-Chiron opposition and Sunday for the Sun-Uranus quincunx, although with the Moon in your sign, you have some control over your romantic destiny. Sunday's Moon-Saturn trine brings the future into clearer focus.

The Fire Signs

Aries, Leo, Sagittarius

This week you're at your chattiest and most outgoing, with Venus and Mars lighting up your life. As your week begins, the combined influences of Jupiter, Saturn, and Pluto make you feel like things are off. You’re unsatisfied and you can’t seem to put your finger on why. Try not to get bogged down in the details and keep an optimistic eye on the big picture. The Sun in Leo is shining brightly after all, giving you Fire Signs the energy and means to deal with whatever comes your way. If you're single, let your hair down and really enjoy yourself when you go out. Keep in mind that Jupiter is now free from the influence of unpredictable Uranus, and this week you just might meet someone attractive who knows how to make you laugh. Friday is a day to look forward to, as Venus and Mars will be forming a cozy aspect in Libra, which means fertile socializing for singles and romance by candle light for couples. On Friday you start to look at recent events in your relationship in a new light. The weekend looks tough to handle with Mercury retrograding, causing delays, and Saturn squaring off to Pluto. Be sure to call on your excellent sense of humor and to sidestep any conflicts you see brewing.

Your Love Week—Fire Signs:

Monday's Sun-Moon square suggests you Water Signs may be the only ones ready for love. Your persuasive powers increase Monday, With the Moon in Scorpio. That certain someone is in a better mood Tuesday evening once the Moon enters Sagittarius. The Moon conjoins Ceres Wednesday afternoon, prepping you for a big romantic night. Tuesday through early Thursday, you want someone to run and laugh with, share impossible dreams, lose inhibitions, and fall hungrily into each other's arms. As you wake from this happy dream mid-Thursday, the Capricorn Moon squares Saturn and Jupiter, facing you with the consequences of your actions. Thursday's high expectations invite crisis on Friday when the Sun opposes Neptune and Mercury retrogrades. Friday's Venus-Mars conjunction along with Mercury turning retrograde, show you love's passion and confusion. It's an intense weekend. The Sun is opposite Chiron and quincunx the Moon on Saturday, makes all partners more willing to cooperate on Sunday. Then the Sun will quincunx Uranus before entering Virgo on Sunday. If your lover wants change, it has to work for you, too.

The Water Signs

Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces

There's a great deal of tension in the air towards the beginning of the week that will affect you more strongly than most other signs. Be sure to be patient with yourself, and to take time for an activity that soothes you and gives you perspective, such as yoga or exercising in the great outdoors. The focus of your week is on intimacy. If you're in a relationship, sharing and growing confidence bring you closer, body and soul. Things get easier as the week progresses, with a Sagittarius Moon and a harmonious Moon/ Sun trine restoring optimism. On Friday Mercury turns retrograde, making the weekend an excellent time to get in touch with pals and acquaintances you'd like to see turn into pals. Be sure to celebrate your union on Friday, when Venus and Mars make a date in stylish Libra. If you're single, go out and by all means, wear something that makes you feel special. Also, Jupiter and Neptune both moving backwards through the zodiac are making you introspective; take time to meditate and don't lose sight of your optimism. Be aware that Mercury, is slowing down and turns retrograde on Friday. Gear up with patience for misunderstandings at home and avoid buying anything mechanical or electrical.

Your Love Week—Water Signs:

On Monday the Moon protects you from yourself, but after it leaves Scorpio, you're dating without a net. However, when the Moon is in Scorpio Monday and Sagittarius Tuesday, you may get lucky with an Air Sign, possibly a Libra. Jupiter makes you look good Tuesday, then Wednesday's Moon-Gemini square confronts you with desires and fears. Saturn, Venus, and Mars raise your public profile, and Wednesday's Moon-Ceres conjunction relaxes you into the role. Wednesday night promises physical pleasure, and Thursday's Moon-Pluto conjunction helps you understand the magic. Follow your heart Thursday morning, even if the Moon-Uranus trine has someone special calling you crazy. The Capricorn Moon shows you the rules, which you break during Friday's Sun-Neptune opposition. On Friday Mars squares the Capricorn Moon and conjoins Venus in Libra. Is it love? Mercury retrogrades as you try to answer that, and Saturday's Saturn-Pluto square makes the right answer critical. Don’t bet on it, Water Signs. From the dire warning of Saturday's Saturn-Pluto square, to the Sun entering Virgo on Sunday, love is yours to win or lose. Proceed wisely. Now, now, behave yourself this weekend!

The Earth Signs

Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn

Madness may define the beginning of your week, but you will be the oasis of tranquility in the midst of it all. Your sensible advice will be valued; just make sure no one takes undue advantage of your kindness and generosity with your time. Health and work are big themes for you this week. Make sure to protect yourself from being pushed past your limits on Monday. Look after yourself, eat well, and get the rest you need, to avoid becoming run down. Your attitude will be important; try to keep yours positive and to turn a deaf ear to any rumors and negativity. The Moon is in Scorpio at the start of the week, setting the scene for romance if you’re in a couple. Midweek is perfect for spending quality time at home, either in creative pursuits or with loved ones. Don’t miss out on this Friday night’s opportunity to go out on the town and have a grand old time with friends. Dress to impress, because the love Goddess Venus has a date with her lover Mars, and you never know who you might meet. On Friday Mercury turns retrograde, making the weekend a time for wrapping up projects, rather than starting new ones.

Your Love Week—Earth Signs:

You Earth Signs are all talk with a Moon-Mercury sextile on Monday. Then the Moon delivers nonstop action which could be passionate, but once the Moon leaves Scorpio early Tuesday, you're more social than intimate. A Moon-Venus sextile makes Tuesday a good date night when the moon also trines Uranus, enters Sagittarius, and trines Jupiter. Romance heats up Wednesday once the Moon conjoins Ceres and trines the Sun. Restless singles and troubled lovers focus on the physical aspects of love and by Thursday the Capricorn Moon makes everyone talk about it. Carefree love turns serious and responsible Thursday under Capricorn's influence. On Friday Mercury retrogrades and trines the Moon. A so-called good idea might be with you for another nine weeks. At least the Sun brings a month long opportunity to improve your love life when it enters Virgo late Sunday. Get your talking done by Friday, because once Venus squares the Moon and conjoins Mars, retrograde Mercury makes action more meaningful than talk. Be patient if you're alone this weekend. Things will change and get better once the Sun enters Virgo late Sunday.