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Mercury retrograde

MERCURY, ASTROLOGICALLY, corresponds to short journeys, travel, transportation, communications such as

writing and speaking, and ‘‘rules’’ Gemini and Virgo.

There are many relaicd words in our vocabulary: merchant, mercantile, merchandise, mer- curial, mercurcchrome, mercenary and mercer.

Whenever Mercury is retrograde, which is from Nov. 12 to Dec. 1, there is an increase in foul-ups, tie-ups, break Gowns, late payments, changes in plans, lost letters and misspellings. Clear and concise communication becomes the exception rather than the rule.

This phenomenon occurs for three weeks at a tire, three times a year. In 1993 (mark my words), from March 2 to 22, July 2 to 25 and Oct. 25 to Nov. 15.

A few days prior to the cycle, clear and logical thinking and communication begin to disintegrate.

Stay with your original plan of action as otherwise ~ second thoughts and inappropriate alter- natives appear. .

During the retrograde period, do not sign contractual agree- ments and cther important docu- ments. Make no travel arrange- ments or plans to move “overseas.”? (However, if you

planned a journey beforehand it

will probably turn out well.)

After Mercury turns direct, communication problems begin to clear up. Difficulties which arose during the retrograde period can now be ironed out. What you don’t resolve wili return to ‘haunt’? you when Mercury is next retrograde. .

What does “‘retrograde’’ mean? Imagine two trains travelling in the same direction. The faster train catches up with the slower one and overtakes it. If you're aboard the faster train, it looks like the slower train first comes to a standstill, then begins to move backwards. An optical illusion.

Nevertheless (or more), as Walter Cronkite would say, “that’s the way it is.’

ALL SIGNS

Those of you who embody strong Gemini or Virgo attributes will ‘be particularly ‘‘retrograde’’

during the cycle. Mercury is your '

“Sruler.’?

Each of the 12 zodiacal signs manifests transiting retrograde Mercury differently, of course. One can only generalize, at best, in a column.

For specifics, consider having a conscientiously thorough delinea- tion of your personal horoscope.

Nov. 8-14, 1992

ARIES (March 21-April 20)

Relax, Sunday, and handle impor- fant. money matters, Monday, Aries. Astonishing dreams, Tuesday. Full moon. Wednesday, unstable. You don’t have all the necessary information. A surprise, Thursday. Probably over lunch. Friday, you are more serious. Saturday, see friends.

Go TAURUS (Aprit 21-May 2)

Tuesday's full moon is favorable for your partuership or marriage, Taurus. Give something special. Handle finances with care, mid-week. Look into your heart, Thursday. What's happening? Friday, someone attracts you. Be realistic, Saturday. TIE GEMINI (May 22-Jane 21)

You may worry about money, ear- . ly week, even though it is unnecessary. Mercury retrograde as of early Wednesday. This means sepntused comm: unications and apparent ‘‘delays,’’ e no new agree- menis until after Dec. 1. Lighten up, Friday and Saturday,

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HEAVENS ABOVE

G CANCER (fase 22-July 23) AS You may atiract some hostility at work, early week. What are you withholding? Psssion aroused, Tuesday. A temperamental full moon, Stsrt nothing new until December. Time to “finish up.** Don’t worry about Friday the 13th. You may alter your “image” Saturday. .

LEO (Jaly 24-Aug. 23)

You seem to need a few new friends, Leo. Take the lead, Wednesday. Observe, Thursday, how you feel upon walking. Write it down. You could be astonished. Share your feelings, Fridey. Ex- ercise tact and diplomacy, Saturday.

VIRGC { Sug. 24-Sept. 23)

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Thursday, no need xo be “‘ri: Friday, listen to a friend. Saturday, intense. Take a hike.

fe * LIBRA (Sept. 24-Oct. 23)

Sunday, Libra, ntake peace. Mon- day, do more with less. Tuesday, you may be tom between two conflicting people. Slow down now. Start nothing new until December. What are your needs? No need to compromise so much.

SCORPIG (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) .

unday, Sgorpio, is especially pro-

piticus for love. Early week, prepare for

relationship changes. Be resourceful, Wed-

nesday. Thursday, take your time and just

flow confidently. Widen your perspective, Friday. Saturday, sexy.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov, 23-Dec. 21)

§ Finances improve, early week. Tuesday’s Scorpio Sutl moon stimulates sen- suality. There's a good reason why. your mate is upset, Wednesday. Thursday's job offer is not solid. Friday, “lucky” for you. Saturday, consider the consequenves of your

life philosophy. Why not?

B CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan,. 20) Sunday, Capricorn, a wish come

true. Early week, discuss matters pertaining

to romance with your beloved. Exercise,

Wednesday. Thursday, you are suspicious

again. A new love, Friday. Caseful. Some-

one needs your full attention, Saturday.

iw AQUARIUS (Jan. 21-Feb. 19)

YY No need to rush anything, Sunday, Aquarius. Intuition, Monday. Listen. Some “piffie’’ to pierce in order to get at the truth, Tuesday. Mid-week, communications awry. Low energy, Thursday. Friday, be silent and listen carefully. Saturday, an en- joyable evening.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20)

The Scorpio full moon enhances your love life, Pisces. Are you ready for that? Surprising news Wednesday. Thors- day, relate to the “‘ideal’’ in what actually “is.” Reconsider that trip, Friday. Satur- day, a friend may be more romantically in- clined than expected.

Robert Aiken is an interna- .

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