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ASTROLOGICAL OVERVIEW FOR 2009
The year 2009 certainly won't be dull. A handful of planetary shifts and conflicts are sure to rattle the status quo and ultimately bring change to our lives - and the world as well. It will be quite a show to watch it unfold around us. Read more for the specifics...
Jupiter: New opportunities
After strolling through practical Capricorn over the last year, expansive Jupiter will transit through revolutionary Aquarius from January 5, 2009 through mid-January 2010, which will open doors to new opportunities, especially for Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. On a global scale, it will especially benefit humanitarian and scientific endeavors. And expect to see a reawakening of global "oneness" as we attempt to work together for the good of humanity. This altruistic view will be especially strong when Jupiter merges with Neptune from May 27-July 30 and December 21-29.
It's interesting to note that President-elect Barack Obama was born with Jupiter in Aquarius, which means he'll be experiencing a "Jupiter return" for the next 11 months. This beneficial influence will undoubtedly help him launch some of the programs he's helped to create.
Saturn, the planet of responsibility and hardship, is also making a major shift as it begins its three-year jaunt through Libra on October 29 (except for a foray back into Virgo from April-July 2010). On a personal level, the focus will be on commitment, compromise and fairness in personal and professional relationships. On a global scale, expect some seismic shifts in legal policies. Some of these policies will pertain to unions, which means the controversy over gay marriage will accelerate.
Speaking of change, the Cosmic Boot will take a swift kick at the economy once again during the Saturn-Uranus opposition from February 5-15 and September 15-25, which will continue the derailment of businesses and financial policies until balance is regained.
Expect more economic earthquakes and social upheavals during the Saturn-Pluto square that takes place from November 15, 2009 through February 27, 2010. On a personal level, it can prompt us to let go of what's not working in our lives so we can move forward.
