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Sagittarius (November 23-December 21)
JANUARY 2009
Whew! 2008 was the hardest working year of many Sagittarians’ lives. You’re naturally ambitious, but last year, you were busier than ever, thanks to both Jupiter and Saturn visiting work-related parts of your chart. Well, get ready to kick up your heels again. On January 5th, your ruling planet Jupiter moves from ambitious Capricorn into free-spirited Aquarius, bringing back the fun. Instead of work, work and more work, you can now balance work and play again. It’s all about “who you know”—so ask your inner circle, and ye shall receive!
Aquarius rules your third house of communication, and Jupiter will be in this part of your chart all year. Writing, speaking, and teaching could all be part of the 2009 agenda. This year, the pen is indeed mightier than the sword. If there was ever a time to pound out that memoir, or write that “great American novel,” it’s now. You’ve got something to say—and the world is listening! Your ideas could travel farther than you imagined, inspiring many. If you need encouragement, join a writer’s group, hone your speaking skills at Toastmasters, build a personal website, or start a blog.
In 2009, you could explore both faraway places and local treasures. Jupiter rules long-distance travel, while the third house rules local communities and neighborhoods. It’s possible you could move to a new neighborhood or even acquire a second property. If there was ever a summer to rent that beach house or a villa with friends, this is it. You might even mix travel and study, taking seminars at a spa (they exist!). Between your far-flung jaunts, explore local resources and get involved in a community project, especially one that involves working with your hands.
The third house also rules marketing, so we’d like to suggest an exercise: Imagine if you were a brand or a product. How would you design your packaging? What music, colors, mood and slogans might express your message? What kind of person would you attract? It might sound shallow, but it can really help your next phase of growth. This year, you want to make sure your presentation really aligns with whom you are and how you want to be seen. Pay attention to what you say, the clothes you wear, and the company you keep—it all says a lot about you.
A relationship with a sibling could evolve to new levels under Jupiter’s reign. Brothers, sisters and kindred spirits will bring inspiration and fresh perspective. This is a year to hop around to parties, dinner dates and events—the more the merrier. You might also try core-strengthening exercises like yoga and Pilates that stretch out your limbs and help your brain unwind, too.
You’ll really want to blow off steam in January, since you’ll be pulled between career demands and changes on the homefront all month. It won’t always be easy to balance. Unpredictable Uranus is in your domestic sector, bringing flux to your home and family life. While you may need to deal with personal issues, a demanding assignment could zap your time, preventing you from fully engaging in either. Sagittarius, let go—at least, as much as you can. Try to bring beauty and serenity to your home as much as possible, like fresh flowers or candles. With romantic Venus in your domestic sector, little touches will make your house into a haven where you can distress from the pressure.
On January 11, Mercury goes retrograde (backward) until February 1. Mercury retrograde brings snags to travel, communication and technology. It will be like a double shot this time around, so take preventive measures early. Back up data, triple-confirm appointments and minimize travel during this time. Retrogrades are a good time to turn back to the past. If you’ve got an Inbox piled up with unanswered emails, spend an afternoon responding to them. Old friends could pop out of the woodwork, and you might even want to plan a reunion with hometown pals or an old crew.
On the 11th, a full moon lights up your intimate eighth house, bringing your most tender, vulnerable feelings to the forefront. A sexy night of passion could be in store! The eighth house is a mystical part of the zodiac, and you could have a near-psychic epiphany, or a deep flash of intuition. It might be a good idea to free-write a few pages, because you could have a cathartic insight. A lump sum of money could also come your way, or perhaps an offer for a joint venture.
Sagittarius, you’re a magnet for information and opportunity this month. An eclipse on January 26th could bring an exciting message or news. Friends, even casual ones, could be the magic breadcrumb trail to an unexpected new gig. A surprise new beginning could be in store, so prepare for an adventure! Serendipity awaits.