The Cosmic Butt Kick

Week of June 24th - June 30th

By Jennifer Shepherd

Current Sign:

Cancer: As the introverted Crab, you often sabotage your own success by acting aloof and distant. Networking gives you diarrhea. Job interviews bring out your nervous and antsy side. And you are famous for hiding in the bathroom when forced to interact with strangers at a party. This week, it's time to escape from the lavatory of your own social phobia. (It stinks in there, and you've run out of Lysol.) A Moon/Sun trine will help you to meet and greet. Bond with others by sharing your killer margarita recipe or your secret barbecue ingredients.


Aries: With an intense lunar phase coming to completion, you'll feel more confident about your decisions. Yes, it's okay to break up with Manic-Depressive Mel. You might have sympathy for his mental problems, but he crossed a line when he dressed your dog in a Marilyn Manson getup. And stand your ground when you're telling your fat female buddy that it's best just to remain friends. Just because she hasn't slept with anyone in years doesn't mean that you are obligated to take on charity work. Be a true Ram and put yourself first.

Taurus: You could feel funky and hallucinogenic this week. Neptune is beaming you with some spacey vibes, so use discernment. You might think that the New World Order has been secretly monitoring your telephone conversations. And you could become convinced that aliens are trying to influence you through a device that has been implanted beneath your skin. It's time for a reality check. Who would waste all of that time policing a slacker who can't hold down a job or a relationship? The government is good at wasting money, but it's not that good.

Gemini: These days, you're wondering how you ended up living in such an unimaginative locale. Without regular access to culture, your country bumpkin genes tend to reassert themselves. Before long, you're wallowing about in a greasy tee-shirt, forgetting to wash, and embracing Kentucky Fried Chicken as gourmet fare. You'd better snap out of it. Don’t let yourself end up stinky and alone, with only a goat for company. A balmy Moon trine will encourage you to seek a more vibrant environment over the weekend. (And no, the parking lot of the local Dairy Queen doesn't qualify.)

Leo: As a warm-hearted Fire sign, you are famous for your kindness. But this week, you'll want to stomp on small puppies and to knock wobbly senior citizens off of their walkers. A latent evil streak may surface as a Moon opposition turns you into The Cranky Wonder. It's okay to engage in some random acts of badness, as long as they're not too insidious. Calling off work to indulge in a languid day of sex and mayhem is one thing. Vandalizing your boss' car with the phrase "Desperately seeking brain," is another.

Virgo: Over the past two months, your financial security has been as endangered as Robert Blake's future acting career. You've felt uncertain about your ability to pull through, much less accumulate wealth. But the Moon will be conjunct Uranus Friday night. (This sounds painful, but it's actually a positive thing.) You could have a sudden insight that will help you to leave Loser's Lane and to start journeying down Abundance Alley. If you follow those hunches, you'll soon make friends with folks who have bulging wallets instead of tightened budgets.

Libra: You're seeking out the company of people who have taste and style. Unfortunately, you'll have to clear through some Britney Spears fans and Ricki Martin lovers first. Be patient. With the Moon trine Mercury, you're in the process of refining your social circle. It could take several months before you have sifted through the rejects and located a few treasures. Be on the lookout for a potential soulmate who shares your ironic approach to life. In the meantime, avoid the humor-impaired, whose disease can be contagious.

Scorpio: You could feel like you are in the final scene of an adventure film. The soundtrack is playing dramatic, intense, music. The hero (that would be you) is racing boldly towards something, desperate to win. Well, when the Moon's trine to Mars kicks in on the weekend, you won't be feeling so desperate. The thing that you are seeking will be within reach. Maybe you'll finally find an apartment that doesn't reek of onions or dog stink. Or perhaps you'll land a date with an untouchable, gorgeous type. A happy ending could be in sight.

Sagittarius: All Sags have a perpetual open door policy. Old roommates, former flames, and distant cousins are welcome to crash at your place if they happen to be in town. And if a friend has a quarrel with a live-in love, your couch is always available. But a Mercury/Pluto opposition could put you in a less generous mood. You'll be asking, "What's in it for me?" instead of "How can I be of service?" This is good, since boundaries are hard for you to erect. (You do, however, excel at handling other types of erections.)

Capricorn: You tend to be very discerning when it comes to love. You're picky about who you share fluids with (which is a good thing.) But you have recently encountered someone who is both intriguing and bizarre. As Mercury and Venus do a slinky lambada this week, you could venture closer to this colorful character. Will you do the forbidden dance together? Or will you simply sniff this person up and down, examining him or her from all sides? An investigation could prove fruitful.

Aquarius: Playful Venus influences are making you whimsical and weird. (Not that this state is unusual for you.) You could find yourself delivering a Strip-O-Gram to your honey at work for the sheer thrill factor. Or you might decide to send a raunchy love letter to a nerdy neighbor, just to get her knickers in a twist. You'll want to inject a devilish grin into every situation. You could even resume an unusual private hobby, such as collecting fireflies and naming them after ex-lovers. Whatever burps your goat.

Pisces: The Moon is returning to your sign after a long month of personal challenges. You've handled some intense situations with your usual grace. You barely blinked an eye when your lover announced that he was moving back in with his mother because she looks after him better. Or you didn't twitch when your sweetheart took off for Vegas to become a showgirl. Change is in the wind, but the breeze is refreshing. As this lunar cycle finishes, you'll realize that you've been rescued from a situation that was headed for the Heartburn Zone.


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