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Optimistic Jupiter holds sway over the first part of the month so emulate those Jovian qualities, be expansive, generous, scholarly, and well traveled. This is a good time to search for gifts from faraway places to share with loved ones. That’s why our favorite seasonal scents are spices from tropical islands from the other side of the Earth. Expect the first part of the month to be especially variable, with plenty of movement, get ting things done in an intuitive, instinctive way. Once the Sun enters Capricorn it will feel more serious, but with Mercury and Venus still in Sagittarius, a certain lightness will remain.

Remember to get your 2026 Planetary Calendar. A – 1st - A Day long Void Of Course Moon in Aries could take you off course so make a list of tasks. B – 4th - The Moon opposes Venus, just before the Full Moon at 13 degrees Gemini and Sagittarius. The lunation isn’t getting much support or structure from the other Planets. So, expect to feel less pressure to get things done, and be more inclined to focus on your relationships until the New Moon on the 19th. This is not a bad strategy to pursue in December! C – 6th - A pleas ant Mercury Trine Jupiter makes this a good time for serious, heart to heart conversations. D – 10th - Neptune turns Direct at 29 degrees Pisces so there will be a sense of the economy nudging forward again. Mercury Opposing Uranus will stimulate outbursts. E – 11th - Mercury enters Sagittarius, joining Venus, the Sun and Mars, so with the Moon in Virgo and Saturn and Neptune in Pisces, the Mutable Signs that are concerned with people’s needs will be highlighted. Focus on people rather than issues.

This is the time of year when charities ramp up fundraising campaigns so expect them to be especially evident this year. Mercury will enter Capricorn just after the New Year. But 66 meantime, Mercury in Sagittarius will make holiday shopping fun, but inclined to excesses, so watch the credit cards. F – 13th - The Moon Sextile Venus while Mercury Sextiles Pluto is making this another good Saturday for socializing and conversations. G – 14th - Mars enters Capricorn, a good career position that connects it to Saturn. Mars will be there until late January. If you have the Sun, Rising or Mars in Capricorn you will find your energy levels higher, but watch out for being impulsive. H – 19th - At the New Moon at 28 degrees Sagittarius, the theme of focusing on people rather than ideas or jobs continues. There will be a very obvious balancing act between those who are optimistic and the worriers.

Be prepared for unexpected events, climatic or financial, happening close to the New Moon thanks to an exact Quincunx to Uranus in Taurus. I – 20th - The day after the New Moon some powerful Squares may signal a turning point, so manage it carefully, with emotional control. J – 21st - At the Winter Solstice, the shortest days of the year, the Sun moves into Capricorn joining Mars. The Sun in Capricorn is a deeply personal position, but the Mars in Capricorn is very social so be prepared to stay true to yourself, while showing up for everyone else. Capricorn, begin counting down to your Solar Return! K – 24th – Venus enters Capricorn on Christmas Eve and will be there until mid-January. This is a good time to celebrate our ancestors, especially the grandmothers. This position symbolizes the grandmother who passes on the rules and history of the family and takes pride in seeing her children and grandchildren make their way in the world. L – 25th - Christmas has lovely aspects to make this an easy day. The month winds down with a mix of Aspects that are mostly supportive. Happy New Year!

N – 24th - With Mercury Conjunct Venus and both of them making supportive Aspects to the Moon, this is a social and productive day, although there may be some work issues that get in the way.

O – 27th - On Thanksgiving Day, Saturn Turns Direct at 25 degrees Pisces, a position that inclines people to worry about their foundations. With Saturn moving forward and picking up speed, people will be focused on creating the future they believe in. When Saturn enters Aries on February 13, 2026, it will Conjunct Neptune at a point of tremendous leverage. This happens just days before the New Moon in Aquarius, the Lunar New Year which is the seed for the coming growing season. So that message will be tightly woven into the coming year.

P – 29th - Mercury turns Direct at 20 degrees Scorpio, a point known for brilliance. A lineup of supportive Lunar Aspects is spread throughout the day, while Venus Opposes Uranus. Expect an exciting, social, but possibly frustrating time.

Q – 30th - Venus leaves deeply feminine Scorpio for socially flighty Sagittarius, joining the Sun and Mars, so make a point to get out more and connect with those who inspire hope and fun in your daily life.