The Stars This Week : 12/11/06 - 12/17/06

You may not know whether you want to go out on a limb and take a risk or be more conservative this week. Although we still have exuberant energy with Mars conjunct Jupiter in Sagittarius on December 11, on the same day much of your focus is going to become serious with Venus entering practical Capricorn. As the Sun trines retrograde Saturn on December 16, it's time to get down to business and loop back to those who can help you accomplish your aims.

December 11: Venus enters Capricorn

As Venus, the planet of love, enters let's-get-down-to-business Capricorn, your attention shifts away from free-wheeling Sagittarius. This is a wonderful time to invest tangibly in your important relationships. Capricorn is a sign that encourages you to take yourself seriously. So, if you are single and want a partner, take that important step to meet someone. Go to a lecture where like-minded people will be; if you like to cook, attend a cooking class. If you are already in a relationship, show up in a great way. What could you do to advance the relationship or to express the depth of your feelings? Be practical and ambitious. This is all about the real deal. So, put the energy into building the relationship that brings happiness.

December 11: Mars conjuncts Jupiter in Sagittarius

When Mars, the warrior, conjuncts expansive Jupiter, you'll feel like there is little that you can't do. This is a classic overdoing aspect. Think of Jupiter as a magnifying glass that intensifies anything it comes in contact with. Mars, the planet of action, expanded gives exceptional energy that you can use to help you get the liftoff you need for your projects and goals. You are likely to have lots of irons in the fire, and at some point you'll have to pick and choose, but not yet.

December 16: Sun trines Saturn

Want a raise? Are you ready for a promotion? There are times in life when you have a great sense of the bigger picture and where you fit into the scheme of things. You don't overreach, yet neither do you undersell yourself. When the Sun trines Saturn, you get the support you need. The Sun is always in a sustained trine to Saturn as he retrogrades like he did last week. This is such a potent supportive influence, even as you are regrouping, to see what you want to achieve.