I have officially finished my HCG diet and am about a week into the stablization diet. Overall I lost 12 pounds. Not as good as I had hoped for but better than I could do on my own. I for the most part have been able to keep the weight stable. There was a day that I I bounced up by 1.5 pounds but I just cut back and stopped cheating on snacks. I have dramatically reduced my calorie intake but I still feel like I am eating a lot since none of my calories are coming from breads and pastas. Big salads with very little dressing and no strips or crisps of any kind. Soups are another favorite as well as grilled meats with no bun.
I rarely have bread and pasta cravings which is basically amazing (was my pitfall before the diet). I have been workingout between 20 minutes to an hour most 6 days a week. I'll let you know in a month if I have been able to maintain and really change my habits.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Jupiter conjunct Neptune
Void of course moon will happen this evening at 9:06 PM MDT in Cancer
If you are a Pisces or Sagittarius by Sun sign or rising sign, today should be really pleasant. These two planets make good bedfellows and are on the same degree today bringing out each others golden energy. This happens only once a year unless one of these goes indirect close after they first meet which then means they will meet three times as they will this year. This combination of planets usually means expansions in arts, beauty, big movie openings. Also as this meeting is occurring in Aquarius it could also mean there could be some grand and beautiful fundraising events. A good time to raise money for a cause!!!!
As far as any art or design. Take advantage of this as anything you produce during this transit could make you a lot of money. If you are really feeling generous you may opt for donating some of your work to a charity. Some of you may join groups that have something to do with film or fundraising.
If you are a Pisces or Sagittarius by Sun sign or rising sign, today should be really pleasant. These two planets make good bedfellows and are on the same degree today bringing out each others golden energy. This happens only once a year unless one of these goes indirect close after they first meet which then means they will meet three times as they will this year. This combination of planets usually means expansions in arts, beauty, big movie openings. Also as this meeting is occurring in Aquarius it could also mean there could be some grand and beautiful fundraising events. A good time to raise money for a cause!!!!
As far as any art or design. Take advantage of this as anything you produce during this transit could make you a lot of money. If you are really feeling generous you may opt for donating some of your work to a charity. Some of you may join groups that have something to do with film or fundraising.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
HCG Diet - Some of my favorite meals
My staple has been to put my 3.5 ounces of chicken or halibut on foil and bake it for 22 minutes at 350 degrees with different seasoning.
Italian: squeeze fresh lemon on it, salt, pepper, 2 tbs balsamic, garlic salt, my one cup of onions sliced in rounds and spread around. I mix it all around and let sit out at room temp for 25 minutes. When you bake it the onion just adds that extra delicious flavoring
If you substitute tomatoes - I make a sauce by baking grape tomatoes whole with 3 cloves of garlic unpeeled but smashed. add lemon juice to them so the garlic is easier to peel out when baked (since u can't add oil). they should both get nice and soft in the oven at 350 for 30 to 35 minutes so put them in a little before the meat. once done peel garlic from its outer shell put them in a bowl with tomatoes and add salt pepper and and other seasoning desired mix these up to a nice paste and add a little water if too strong. This is so good on top of the meat.
Another great thing with this tomato sauce is to place in an oven safe bowl once prepared, add a little water, add a fresh slice of tomato on top , crunch up your saltines and sprinkle on top, crack and egg on top and cook at 350 degrees for 28 minutes. yummy!!! egg isn't on the list but in the book pounds and inches it does mention it as okay for vegetarians. I'm not sure if you lose less but to be on the safe side I only did this one once when I just had to switch it up a bit.
Italian: squeeze fresh lemon on it, salt, pepper, 2 tbs balsamic, garlic salt, my one cup of onions sliced in rounds and spread around. I mix it all around and let sit out at room temp for 25 minutes. When you bake it the onion just adds that extra delicious flavoring
If you substitute tomatoes - I make a sauce by baking grape tomatoes whole with 3 cloves of garlic unpeeled but smashed. add lemon juice to them so the garlic is easier to peel out when baked (since u can't add oil). they should both get nice and soft in the oven at 350 for 30 to 35 minutes so put them in a little before the meat. once done peel garlic from its outer shell put them in a bowl with tomatoes and add salt pepper and and other seasoning desired mix these up to a nice paste and add a little water if too strong. This is so good on top of the meat.
Another great thing with this tomato sauce is to place in an oven safe bowl once prepared, add a little water, add a fresh slice of tomato on top , crunch up your saltines and sprinkle on top, crack and egg on top and cook at 350 degrees for 28 minutes. yummy!!! egg isn't on the list but in the book pounds and inches it does mention it as okay for vegetarians. I'm not sure if you lose less but to be on the safe side I only did this one once when I just had to switch it up a bit.
HCG Diet - my experience
This has been one tough experience. It all started when I bumped into a friend one weekend evening who told me she had just started a diet that was supposed to help you lose around 1/2 to 1 pounds a day for 26 days. It sounded crazy but I was all ears as swimsuit season is approaching. Just for some background for any readers needing a reference point from themselves to me. I am female, 30 years old, 5' 7" and starting weight of 150
I made an appointment 3 days later at the med spa that she was going to for this diet. I did a lot of research before I started this as I wanted to know exactly what was making you lose weight and and health risks. What I found out is this hormone you inject everyday (which you do yourself and doesn't hurt) is taken from pregnant women. Apparently it is a hormone that appears when you are pregnant which allows your abnormal fat cells (this is the fat storage that is super hard to get rid of like your hips tummy.....) to move and be absorbed into your blood stream so the fetus can feed weather or not mommy is eating. The amount you inject, provided you follow a very strict diet which prevents interference, will burn 4,000 calories a day. You are supposed to consume 500 calories of a set menu which means you burn 3,500 calories a day (equaling 1 pound).
Below is a recap of my experience and highlights how easy it is to screw up and what I could have done to get better effects.
Day 1: The first three days you eat tons of fatty foods to get your fat cells opening up and make sure your normal fat cells are full. I was a little nervous to gain the couple pounds they want you to gain but indulged as instructed. I found myself feeling full much faster than normal.
Day 4: First day of 500 calorie diet. I was terrified that 500 calories wouln't be enough food and I would feel hungry. I found it to be plenty of food but struggled with the fact that I couldn't use any oils on my body or food or eat my favorite foods, bread and cheese. the shopping and food prep were easy though as It is basically spelled out to you in a short list of what you can eat, when to eat and how much at each point.
Day 5: It was encouraging to do my daily weigh in in the morning and find that I was in fact down 1.3 pounds from my starting weight.
Day 6-10: Here is where my first mistake came in. I had evened out to average .7 pounds/day and had been so good with my diet (I thought). I love to exercise and had read that moderate exercise was okay. I took up to altrenating days doing either 15 minutes on the treadmill at a moderate speed or my pilates reformer class. I started to plateau ( which for girls is not uncommon as we have so many hormones that can interfere. If it lasts more than 2 day something is wrong. I called into the nurse and she went through the list of questions. So far was doing everything right. She finally got to the bottom of it and came out that I was doing moderate exercise that was more that walking. I guess my definition of moderate exercise is different than what was meant. Apparently if you sweat you are losing important nutrients or fluids or whatever that helps the HCG do what it is supposed to do. I also discovered that it is not okay to mix 2 vegetables at one meal. I stopped exercising and mixing veggies and lost 1.5 pounds the next day...... whew. I probably could have lost up to an extra 3 pounds during that time.
Day 11 - 16: All is good about .7 pounds/day.
Day 17: I kind of lost it and decided to allow myself a cheat meal that evening with 2 slices of pizza. I was aware that I would prevent the HCG from doing it's job and had been told that I would probably gain a pound, which I did. It took 3 days after that to get 1 pound below the weight I was before the pizza. I didn't realize it would create that kind of delay. so once again during that time I could have lost an extra 2 or 3 pounds. If I hadn't had the other delay from exercise I would have thought it was worth it. I used the trick of eat only a steak and an apple the day after my pizza binge. It is supposed to help you kick start back to where you were and it did.
Day 23: I am now down 12 pounds from my starting point and had thought I would be at least 15 pounds by now. The weekend was a huge struggle as it was memorial weekend and I ended up at 4 different bbq's during the vacation. Considering all the alcohol and amazing food around me I did really well. I had two minor slip ups by having a bite of salad w/dressing once and literally two baked beans at another bbq. I may have gone over my portion sizes just a tad as well. It was tough. I still lost but more in the .5 pounds/day area.
I have 3 days left of injections and 3 days post injections to stay on the 500 calorie diet (to make sure it is out of my system before eating more calories) and am feeling determined to get down at least 16 pounds from my original weight. That means 4 pounds in 6 days. 3 of those days without the hormone injected so not sure what kind of loss to expect during those. I will let you all know my result in a week.
Conclusion so far: It has been fairly tough (mostly on weekends). If I were to chose all over though, yes, I would do it again. I don't know how else I could have lost even my 12 pounds in this amount of time without being more extreme and less safe. I almost feel purified too. I have tons of energy and have been needing less sleep than normal. I really think the stabelization diet after for 3 weeks will be another test and the real key in keeping the weight off. No starches or sugars for 3 weeks. The first week will be easy as there will be so many new foods to eat. Eventually I'm sure my bread craving will pop up.
I have heard of people who have kept it off and people who haven't. The common factor for the ones that have is being strict on the 3 week after diet and keeping portion sizes under control in one sitting after that point. Also around 15 minutes of exercise a day.
One funny thing I found out - I was telling my mom's friend about the diet and she did the exact same thing in the 70's. She said it was a huge fad back then. She never saw any negative side effects so that is reassuring. She did say she gained it all back really fast but they didn't have the 3 week stabelization diet. She thought that would have made all the difference.
I made an appointment 3 days later at the med spa that she was going to for this diet. I did a lot of research before I started this as I wanted to know exactly what was making you lose weight and and health risks. What I found out is this hormone you inject everyday (which you do yourself and doesn't hurt) is taken from pregnant women. Apparently it is a hormone that appears when you are pregnant which allows your abnormal fat cells (this is the fat storage that is super hard to get rid of like your hips tummy.....) to move and be absorbed into your blood stream so the fetus can feed weather or not mommy is eating. The amount you inject, provided you follow a very strict diet which prevents interference, will burn 4,000 calories a day. You are supposed to consume 500 calories of a set menu which means you burn 3,500 calories a day (equaling 1 pound).
Below is a recap of my experience and highlights how easy it is to screw up and what I could have done to get better effects.
Day 1: The first three days you eat tons of fatty foods to get your fat cells opening up and make sure your normal fat cells are full. I was a little nervous to gain the couple pounds they want you to gain but indulged as instructed. I found myself feeling full much faster than normal.
Day 4: First day of 500 calorie diet. I was terrified that 500 calories wouln't be enough food and I would feel hungry. I found it to be plenty of food but struggled with the fact that I couldn't use any oils on my body or food or eat my favorite foods, bread and cheese. the shopping and food prep were easy though as It is basically spelled out to you in a short list of what you can eat, when to eat and how much at each point.
Day 5: It was encouraging to do my daily weigh in in the morning and find that I was in fact down 1.3 pounds from my starting weight.
Day 6-10: Here is where my first mistake came in. I had evened out to average .7 pounds/day and had been so good with my diet (I thought). I love to exercise and had read that moderate exercise was okay. I took up to altrenating days doing either 15 minutes on the treadmill at a moderate speed or my pilates reformer class. I started to plateau ( which for girls is not uncommon as we have so many hormones that can interfere. If it lasts more than 2 day something is wrong. I called into the nurse and she went through the list of questions. So far was doing everything right. She finally got to the bottom of it and came out that I was doing moderate exercise that was more that walking. I guess my definition of moderate exercise is different than what was meant. Apparently if you sweat you are losing important nutrients or fluids or whatever that helps the HCG do what it is supposed to do. I also discovered that it is not okay to mix 2 vegetables at one meal. I stopped exercising and mixing veggies and lost 1.5 pounds the next day...... whew. I probably could have lost up to an extra 3 pounds during that time.
Day 11 - 16: All is good about .7 pounds/day.
Day 17: I kind of lost it and decided to allow myself a cheat meal that evening with 2 slices of pizza. I was aware that I would prevent the HCG from doing it's job and had been told that I would probably gain a pound, which I did. It took 3 days after that to get 1 pound below the weight I was before the pizza. I didn't realize it would create that kind of delay. so once again during that time I could have lost an extra 2 or 3 pounds. If I hadn't had the other delay from exercise I would have thought it was worth it. I used the trick of eat only a steak and an apple the day after my pizza binge. It is supposed to help you kick start back to where you were and it did.
Day 23: I am now down 12 pounds from my starting point and had thought I would be at least 15 pounds by now. The weekend was a huge struggle as it was memorial weekend and I ended up at 4 different bbq's during the vacation. Considering all the alcohol and amazing food around me I did really well. I had two minor slip ups by having a bite of salad w/dressing once and literally two baked beans at another bbq. I may have gone over my portion sizes just a tad as well. It was tough. I still lost but more in the .5 pounds/day area.
I have 3 days left of injections and 3 days post injections to stay on the 500 calorie diet (to make sure it is out of my system before eating more calories) and am feeling determined to get down at least 16 pounds from my original weight. That means 4 pounds in 6 days. 3 of those days without the hormone injected so not sure what kind of loss to expect during those. I will let you all know my result in a week.
Conclusion so far: It has been fairly tough (mostly on weekends). If I were to chose all over though, yes, I would do it again. I don't know how else I could have lost even my 12 pounds in this amount of time without being more extreme and less safe. I almost feel purified too. I have tons of energy and have been needing less sleep than normal. I really think the stabelization diet after for 3 weeks will be another test and the real key in keeping the weight off. No starches or sugars for 3 weeks. The first week will be easy as there will be so many new foods to eat. Eventually I'm sure my bread craving will pop up.
I have heard of people who have kept it off and people who haven't. The common factor for the ones that have is being strict on the 3 week after diet and keeping portion sizes under control in one sitting after that point. Also around 15 minutes of exercise a day.
One funny thing I found out - I was telling my mom's friend about the diet and she did the exact same thing in the 70's. She said it was a huge fad back then. She never saw any negative side effects so that is reassuring. She did say she gained it all back really fast but they didn't have the 3 week stabelization diet. She thought that would have made all the difference.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Master Builder
It should be a very active day for Sagittarius and Cancer sign people. The Moon (which rules Cancer) is in Sagittarius and making lots of connections to other planets today. Some of them are fortunate connections and some are more difficult in nature. It could go either way for you but expect to be busy. There are a hand full of signs that have had a particularly hard time of it the last month - Virgo, Pisces, Capricorn and Aquarius. The opposition of Saturn and Uranus has been affecting these signs. Some of you are being asked to really evaluate what makes you happy professionally and are being asked to give up some past comforts. Although this is stressful, you will come out of it better suited to your personality. It's never easy to move into new situations or ways of functioning but it seems the stressful situations that are pushing you out of your normal routine are going to be for your good in the end.
Chinese Astrology: Today's animal is the Female Metal Chicken. Chickens are very confident and can often come off as cocky. If you need to impress a potential employer or schedule a meeting with your boss to ask for a raise this a good influence to have. Use the Chicken energy today to impress.
Numerology: If you are signing a contract, launching a business or product or giving birth today, these elements will have a very special mark on them. Today's number is 22, the master builder number and the number associated with the most successful CEO's. 22's know how to structure and build. They also have impeccable social skills.
Chinese Astrology: Today's animal is the Female Metal Chicken. Chickens are very confident and can often come off as cocky. If you need to impress a potential employer or schedule a meeting with your boss to ask for a raise this a good influence to have. Use the Chicken energy today to impress.
Numerology: If you are signing a contract, launching a business or product or giving birth today, these elements will have a very special mark on them. Today's number is 22, the master builder number and the number associated with the most successful CEO's. 22's know how to structure and build. They also have impeccable social skills.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Open Minded
Today is about staying open to new ways of thinking and believing. We still have a Pisces Sun which is all about spirituality and the least discriminatory sign. Our Moon has just moved into Sagittarius, a sign of optimism, philosophical thinking and adventure. I typically find the mix of these two signs creates eye opening experiences. All you have to do is stay open minded and positive. I may even go as far as to say several of you could have life altering epiphanies in the next day or two. Aquarius would be the sign ruling sudden flashes of insight, and there are several planets still in Aquarius. The combination of signs and planets today is saying to have faith and hope. You just might end up with a new and better attitude by the middle of this week. Try something outside of your normal routine today. What is the first thing that comes to mind? Now go do it.
Chinese Astrology: It is very fitting to have the animal of the day be the monkey. Monkey's are clever, mischievous, they have a devil may care attitude and are party animals that crave fun, activity and stimulation. This is the perfect sign to get out of any ruts and switch up your routine. My only caution would be to use a little consideration in your choices today as monkeys tend to live in the moment and not always think about consequences. It's not that they mean to be foolish or hurt anyone, they just need to try everything.
Numerology: 3 is the number for the day. Another reason to get out and try something new. This is a very creative and social number. It's starting to sound as if there could be a lot of silliness going around. This is very good for those of you needing to spice up your daily routines. If you are in a creative field or need creative solutions this is your day. Get out and stimulate your mind. Like I said earlier go do something out of the norm today. Great ideas are waiting to come to you. Usually all it takes is fresh eyes and different experiences.
Chinese Astrology: It is very fitting to have the animal of the day be the monkey. Monkey's are clever, mischievous, they have a devil may care attitude and are party animals that crave fun, activity and stimulation. This is the perfect sign to get out of any ruts and switch up your routine. My only caution would be to use a little consideration in your choices today as monkeys tend to live in the moment and not always think about consequences. It's not that they mean to be foolish or hurt anyone, they just need to try everything.
Numerology: 3 is the number for the day. Another reason to get out and try something new. This is a very creative and social number. It's starting to sound as if there could be a lot of silliness going around. This is very good for those of you needing to spice up your daily routines. If you are in a creative field or need creative solutions this is your day. Get out and stimulate your mind. Like I said earlier go do something out of the norm today. Great ideas are waiting to come to you. Usually all it takes is fresh eyes and different experiences.
Friday, March 13, 2009
Passive or Active
The Moon is still in Libra, a very gentle sign, but will move to Scorpio late this afternoon. Between 2:40 and 4:20 it will be void of course so nothing important should be signed or initiated during those 2 hours. After 4:20 it will move into the sign of Scorpio, a very private yet magnetic and intense sign for the moon. Scorpio moons are natural detectives so I wouldn't be surprised if secrets are uncovered in the next two days. Especially since the Sun and Uranus are only one degree away form each other (sudden surprises). The Moon will form nice angles to Mercury, Mars and Pluto all day. This is especially good and a sign of stable emotions for Cancer, Arie, Scorpio, Virgo and Gemini.
Chinese Astrology: This is a day dominated by the fire element. Both the month and day animal have the female fire element. Between noon and 4pm (in all time zones) the hour animal will also have the fire element. All of the animals are quite feminine in character - Ox, Rabbit and Snake (day animal) - but are attached to an aggressive element - Fire. My guess is the activities will be subtle in nature today but tackled will aggression and innovation. Snake days tend to have a philosophical and social bent.
Numerology: Today's number is 9. This is the number of passing from one phase to another, a graduation. Even if there is nothing that you are letting go of, 9 days just have that feel to them. As if you need to celebrate for something new around the corner or be sad and feel like something is slipping away. You chose how you want to deal. I prefer the celebrations. See you out on the town tonight.
Chinese Astrology: This is a day dominated by the fire element. Both the month and day animal have the female fire element. Between noon and 4pm (in all time zones) the hour animal will also have the fire element. All of the animals are quite feminine in character - Ox, Rabbit and Snake (day animal) - but are attached to an aggressive element - Fire. My guess is the activities will be subtle in nature today but tackled will aggression and innovation. Snake days tend to have a philosophical and social bent.
Numerology: Today's number is 9. This is the number of passing from one phase to another, a graduation. Even if there is nothing that you are letting go of, 9 days just have that feel to them. As if you need to celebrate for something new around the corner or be sad and feel like something is slipping away. You chose how you want to deal. I prefer the celebrations. See you out on the town tonight.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
The Unexpected
With the Sun and Uranus in exact alignment today, a once a year occurrence, we can expect some surprises in the least. The Sun rules ego, vitality and enterprise and Uranus rules technology, humanities, sudden genius as well as the unconventional. If shocking things happen today consider yourself warned. If you were born between the 10th and 14th of any month you are most likely to feel the effects of this. I want to say if you are a Cancer or Scorpio not to worry to much as it seems anything unexpected will probably be positive. Virgo, Gemini, Pisces and Sagittarius will most likely see the biggest surprises (of the ones born around the 10 - 14th of their month) but I'm not sure as to weather these would be welcome surprises. It would depend on the birth charts of each person. There is one other strong aspect happening today which is the opposition of Venus and the Moon. These are both creative and feminine planets so the result of this opposition may not be super dramatic. I would call this more subtle in nature. If you were born around April, October, July or January 5th you could be in line of fire for this aspect. Some of the issues could be around jealousies or manipulations within the arts or something having to do with nurturing. There are still a lot of planets in Aquarius which means a lot of technology or humanities in the air.
Chinese Astrology: Today's animal is the Male Fire Dragon. I would call this one of the most dynamic, active and dramatic animal combinations of all. Dragons are magical and fortunate. This will make whatever surprises that come up today even more thrilling to watch unfold. I would love to hear stories from any readers tomorrow. The news will be very interesting to watch tonight or this weekend, depending on how fast things are made public.
Numerology: The number 8 for the day is a very fortunate sign. It is the sign of abundance and vision. A real power number! This is not one that likes to deal in details but rather long range plans and vision. This makes me suspect even grander surprises for the day. Possible fortunes made or lost and some of the most genius strategies could be born today. With the Dragon, number 8 and the Sun/Uranus meeting, anything is possible!
Chinese Astrology: Today's animal is the Male Fire Dragon. I would call this one of the most dynamic, active and dramatic animal combinations of all. Dragons are magical and fortunate. This will make whatever surprises that come up today even more thrilling to watch unfold. I would love to hear stories from any readers tomorrow. The news will be very interesting to watch tonight or this weekend, depending on how fast things are made public.
Numerology: The number 8 for the day is a very fortunate sign. It is the sign of abundance and vision. A real power number! This is not one that likes to deal in details but rather long range plans and vision. This makes me suspect even grander surprises for the day. Possible fortunes made or lost and some of the most genius strategies could be born today. With the Dragon, number 8 and the Sun/Uranus meeting, anything is possible!
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Calm
After a Full Moon yesterday I think most people will be feeling a little more at ease in comparison. First off, there is a void of course moon this morning until noon. It would be a good day to take an early lunch. This afternoon the moon will move into Libra. I may be a little biased because my birth moon is in Libra, but Libra moon days seem to be peaceful and pleasurable. Libra rules balance, relationships, arts and beauty.
Chinese Astrology: Today's animal is the Rabbit. This is another peaceful influence. Rabbits tend to avoid conflict at all costs and are very home loving.
Numerology: 7 is the number today. This is an introverted influence so I see people diving into research and keeping to themselves a bit.
Chinese Astrology: Today's animal is the Rabbit. This is another peaceful influence. Rabbits tend to avoid conflict at all costs and are very home loving.
Numerology: 7 is the number today. This is an introverted influence so I see people diving into research and keeping to themselves a bit.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Virgo Full Moon, 6:38pm
Tonight is the full moon, a really tumultuous one! The moon is going to be sharing the same degree as Saturn, the planted that shows us our limitations, as well as making a stressful connection to Uranus, the planet of sudden surprise or inspiration. It should be interesting to see what comes up today. Full moon's usually bring something to an end that is no longer useful to us.
Virgo - You will personally be affected. Especially if you were born around September 13th.
Libra - If you have anything to do with retreats or institutions you may hear related news.
Scorpio - You may have some friends with issues or decide to join or leave a group or cause.
Sagittarius - You could hear some career news today.
Capricorn - Possible stress related to University, teaching or religion.
Aquarius - Double check your taxes. If you have any stocks you may hear news today.
Pisces - You could have some relationship or partnership issues.
Aries - Work may get the better of you today. Eat healthy
Taurus - Issues with kids could come up. Or a leisure activity planned or canceled.
Gemini - You could see some changes in your home.
Cancer - A sudden road trip could come up or you may have issues with a sibling or neighbors.
Leo - Your income or something else valued could be affected.
If you were born late in your sign read for the sign after yours. Also read for your ascendant sign if you know it.
I would like to think that some of you will hear good news but I have a feeling things will be stressful for the majority. If you have healthy circumstances in the house the full moon is affecting, you shouldn't have any major problems. I still see possible stressful issues because of Saturn and Uranus's opposition.
Chinese Astrology: Today we have the Tiger ruling the day. Tigers are leaders and very courageous. It will add some energy and determination for people to lean on during a particularly volatile full moon.
Numerology: 6 is the number of the day. This will help as it is a very steadying influence during this hard full moon.
Virgo - You will personally be affected. Especially if you were born around September 13th.
Libra - If you have anything to do with retreats or institutions you may hear related news.
Scorpio - You may have some friends with issues or decide to join or leave a group or cause.
Sagittarius - You could hear some career news today.
Capricorn - Possible stress related to University, teaching or religion.
Aquarius - Double check your taxes. If you have any stocks you may hear news today.
Pisces - You could have some relationship or partnership issues.
Aries - Work may get the better of you today. Eat healthy
Taurus - Issues with kids could come up. Or a leisure activity planned or canceled.
Gemini - You could see some changes in your home.
Cancer - A sudden road trip could come up or you may have issues with a sibling or neighbors.
Leo - Your income or something else valued could be affected.
If you were born late in your sign read for the sign after yours. Also read for your ascendant sign if you know it.
I would like to think that some of you will hear good news but I have a feeling things will be stressful for the majority. If you have healthy circumstances in the house the full moon is affecting, you shouldn't have any major problems. I still see possible stressful issues because of Saturn and Uranus's opposition.
Chinese Astrology: Today we have the Tiger ruling the day. Tigers are leaders and very courageous. It will add some energy and determination for people to lean on during a particularly volatile full moon.
Numerology: 6 is the number of the day. This will help as it is a very steadying influence during this hard full moon.
Monday, March 9, 2009
Split
There are an abundance of planets in opposition to each other right now. I would advise a mindset of flexibility in order to stay calm (especially if you are a Capricorn, Virgo, Pisces or Aquarius). If you are one of the signs just mentioned and are willing to compromise you may see progress faster than others. Cancer and Virgo may be feeling a little tired today as the the full moon is just around the corner- tomorrow. It is my belief that Cancer is always affected by the full moon since it is the natural ruler. Also, the sign the moon is in when it is full is always very affected. This time it will be Virgo. I would suggest a little R&R for these two if possible, as tomorrow will be intense.
Chinese Astrology: Today the animal is the Ox. We have a double dose as the the year animal is also the Ox. Ox is a very solid, steady and determined animal. They are one of the workaholics of the zodiac. Both are in the female element though, which is passive. The month animal is the Rabbit, a very peace loving calm creature. I would expect with this combination of animals (especially from 2pm- 4pm) people will probably want to keep to themselves to get their work done. A lot can be accomplished but more in the realm of work already on the table. I don't see a lot of initiative happening to create new deals or projects.
Numerology: The number for today is 5. This will add a certain need for movement or change today. You may want to try working from home or a different place than normal. A coffee shop or the library. A change of scene would be helpful.
Chinese Astrology: Today the animal is the Ox. We have a double dose as the the year animal is also the Ox. Ox is a very solid, steady and determined animal. They are one of the workaholics of the zodiac. Both are in the female element though, which is passive. The month animal is the Rabbit, a very peace loving calm creature. I would expect with this combination of animals (especially from 2pm- 4pm) people will probably want to keep to themselves to get their work done. A lot can be accomplished but more in the realm of work already on the table. I don't see a lot of initiative happening to create new deals or projects.
Numerology: The number for today is 5. This will add a certain need for movement or change today. You may want to try working from home or a different place than normal. A coffee shop or the library. A change of scene would be helpful.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Leading the Pack
To start off, there is a void of course moon which started at 1:09am EST and will be in effect until 2:24pm EST. This means the full morning and a good part of the afternoon if you are on the east coast will need to be taken lightly. Try not to initiate anything till after the void is over. Go back through your work and check things, organize your office or schedule a hair appointment to get out of the office this morning. When the void is over the moon will enter into Aries. There will be a very sudden change in attitude. Aries is a go getter and a leader as opposed to Pisces, the dreamer, where it has been with the sun for the last 2 days. We still have a good portion of our planets in Aquarius so take advantage of Internet pursuits, networking or humanitarian efforts. If you are trying to find a job right now, there is a good chance that your best opportunities will come through networking. Let your friends and acquaintances know what you are looking for as well as any online networks you belong to. Put up something about it on your Facebook post. You never know!!
Chinese Astrology: The animal of the day is the Tiger, which is also the month animal. These are both in the male element, so as soon as the moon is out of void and in Aries we are really going to feel some active energy. Tigers are natural leaders. They are original, bold, always in a hurry, and independent. You may want to tackle projects on your own today but take advantage of the assertive energies (after the void moon) and get things done. The Tiger is also a generous sign. If you work in the service industry you may see better tips today than normal. The year animal, Ox, isn't really in conflict with the Tiger, but they aren't necessarily on the same wave length. The Ox is a little more sturdy and thorough and the Tiger more dynamic and active. They are however both good leaders and workers. In general an air of taking action today. Tigers can be know to have fits of genius/madness so be ready for crazy ideas as well.
Numerology: The number for today is 3. This will add a sense of fun today. 3's like to be dramatic and have fun. This makes me feel a little more at ease about all the assertive themes going on today as I am a fairly laid back person. I would suggest doing something fun tonight. let your hair down a little and go socialize after an assertive work day. You could meet someone special if you a Libra Sun or rising sign, or make some job connections if you are a Taurus sun or rising sign. Overall it looks like a good night to get out and do something.
Day Ruler and Color: Jupiter is the ruler of the day. He governs expansion and optimism. The color today is Yellow - my favorite :)
Chinese Astrology: The animal of the day is the Tiger, which is also the month animal. These are both in the male element, so as soon as the moon is out of void and in Aries we are really going to feel some active energy. Tigers are natural leaders. They are original, bold, always in a hurry, and independent. You may want to tackle projects on your own today but take advantage of the assertive energies (after the void moon) and get things done. The Tiger is also a generous sign. If you work in the service industry you may see better tips today than normal. The year animal, Ox, isn't really in conflict with the Tiger, but they aren't necessarily on the same wave length. The Ox is a little more sturdy and thorough and the Tiger more dynamic and active. They are however both good leaders and workers. In general an air of taking action today. Tigers can be know to have fits of genius/madness so be ready for crazy ideas as well.
Numerology: The number for today is 3. This will add a sense of fun today. 3's like to be dramatic and have fun. This makes me feel a little more at ease about all the assertive themes going on today as I am a fairly laid back person. I would suggest doing something fun tonight. let your hair down a little and go socialize after an assertive work day. You could meet someone special if you a Libra Sun or rising sign, or make some job connections if you are a Taurus sun or rising sign. Overall it looks like a good night to get out and do something.
Day Ruler and Color: Jupiter is the ruler of the day. He governs expansion and optimism. The color today is Yellow - my favorite :)
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Rats
Feb 24th
Today we have some mixed signals going on. Both the sun and the moon are in passive Pisces and almost everything else is in social Aquarius. One minute you may catch yourself in a day dream and the next texting friends like crazy. This pattern could go on all day. Am I reclusive today or ready to go out on the town?
Tonight will mark the first new moon in Pisces this year. New Moons tend to open doors. It is also a good time to make wishes that correlate to the theme of the moon. In Pisces you may wish for better habits or to find the time to meditate or start yoga regularly. If you decide to try a wish it needs to be within 8 hours after the new moon (8:36pm EST).
Chinese Astrology: Today's animal is the Male Metal Rat. I am a little biased on this one because I have never gotten along with Rat year people. It is a very passionate and aggressive sign. Teamed up with Male Metal makes this doubly so. Since the month animal is another aggressive animal, the Male Fir Tiger, get ready to be on your toes despite possibly wanting to relax because of the pisces influences today.
Numerology: Today's number is 1, the pioneer. Another theme of needing to be assertive today. The theme I am picking up - there are some strong energies out there today in conflict to the dreamy Pisces New Moon and Sun. All I can suggest is try to find a balance. Maybe actively pursue going to a yoga class today or on a adventurous photography journey (Pisces rules film). Another good activity would be a hike. Peacefull yet assertive.
Color: Red
Today we have some mixed signals going on. Both the sun and the moon are in passive Pisces and almost everything else is in social Aquarius. One minute you may catch yourself in a day dream and the next texting friends like crazy. This pattern could go on all day. Am I reclusive today or ready to go out on the town?
Tonight will mark the first new moon in Pisces this year. New Moons tend to open doors. It is also a good time to make wishes that correlate to the theme of the moon. In Pisces you may wish for better habits or to find the time to meditate or start yoga regularly. If you decide to try a wish it needs to be within 8 hours after the new moon (8:36pm EST).
Chinese Astrology: Today's animal is the Male Metal Rat. I am a little biased on this one because I have never gotten along with Rat year people. It is a very passionate and aggressive sign. Teamed up with Male Metal makes this doubly so. Since the month animal is another aggressive animal, the Male Fir Tiger, get ready to be on your toes despite possibly wanting to relax because of the pisces influences today.
Numerology: Today's number is 1, the pioneer. Another theme of needing to be assertive today. The theme I am picking up - there are some strong energies out there today in conflict to the dreamy Pisces New Moon and Sun. All I can suggest is try to find a balance. Maybe actively pursue going to a yoga class today or on a adventurous photography journey (Pisces rules film). Another good activity would be a hike. Peacefull yet assertive.
Color: Red
Monday, February 23, 2009
Aquarius Stellium
Feb 23
With a stellium of planets in Aquarius, expect to be meeting new people, joining causes or groups, buying new electronics or getting involved on the Internet. This may be by starting a blog, joining Twitter or Facebook or setting up a date through Match.com. In fact I can’t think of a batter day to launch or join some sort of networking technology on the web. Part of the stellium is a conjunction of Jupiter (growth) and Mercury (communication). For this to be happening in Aquarius, which rules the web and networking, doubles success you would have from Internet ventures stared today. We also have the moon in Aquarius to intensify this theme. To top it all off Venus the planet of love and beauty is making a positive connection to the stellium.
The moon will go void of course at 9:08pm EST until 8:00am tomorrow morning. When the moon goes void of course, which happens approximately every 2 days for a couple hours, it is best to relax and a reflect on things. Anything signed, initiated or acted on will go nowhere. Activities I like to do during the void moon times are cleaning, editing, resting, reading, outside activity, or my favorite- going out to eat.
Day Ruler: The moon rules Mondays. People born on Mondays tend to have very fertile imaginations and consider family very important.
Chinese Astrology: Today the Chinese animal is the Pig. The Pig is the buddy of the Chinese animals. He is a jolly fellow who often has an air of wealth culture. This is a harmonious match to the Chinese year animal, the Ox. Both are sturdy, reliable and loyal creatures. The day and year elements are the same, female earth, which adds to a sense calm. Earth shares some similarities to the nature of the two animals. It is grounded and dependable.
Numerology: Today’s number is 9, the number of completion. It is like graduating from high school or collage. There is a bittersweet feeling of accomplishment and having to leave something behind. There tends to be an air of celebration in the air.
Colors: Gold is the color of the day and violet is the color of the year.
With a stellium of planets in Aquarius, expect to be meeting new people, joining causes or groups, buying new electronics or getting involved on the Internet. This may be by starting a blog, joining Twitter or Facebook or setting up a date through Match.com. In fact I can’t think of a batter day to launch or join some sort of networking technology on the web. Part of the stellium is a conjunction of Jupiter (growth) and Mercury (communication). For this to be happening in Aquarius, which rules the web and networking, doubles success you would have from Internet ventures stared today. We also have the moon in Aquarius to intensify this theme. To top it all off Venus the planet of love and beauty is making a positive connection to the stellium.
The moon will go void of course at 9:08pm EST until 8:00am tomorrow morning. When the moon goes void of course, which happens approximately every 2 days for a couple hours, it is best to relax and a reflect on things. Anything signed, initiated or acted on will go nowhere. Activities I like to do during the void moon times are cleaning, editing, resting, reading, outside activity, or my favorite- going out to eat.
Day Ruler: The moon rules Mondays. People born on Mondays tend to have very fertile imaginations and consider family very important.
Chinese Astrology: Today the Chinese animal is the Pig. The Pig is the buddy of the Chinese animals. He is a jolly fellow who often has an air of wealth culture. This is a harmonious match to the Chinese year animal, the Ox. Both are sturdy, reliable and loyal creatures. The day and year elements are the same, female earth, which adds to a sense calm. Earth shares some similarities to the nature of the two animals. It is grounded and dependable.
Numerology: Today’s number is 9, the number of completion. It is like graduating from high school or collage. There is a bittersweet feeling of accomplishment and having to leave something behind. There tends to be an air of celebration in the air.
Colors: Gold is the color of the day and violet is the color of the year.
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