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It’s the 32nd week of the year and the card of the week is the High Priestess. This week we’re going on a journey through the cards chronologically, living the Fool’s Journey, even though we should stay put. So tread lightly. the Empress and the cards of the day are all in chronological order ending with the Hermit on Sunday. What is holding you back from the adventure you crave?  Remember that Mercury stations direct on Saturday so actions taken now must be ones that set us free. Leave what you don’t need with Mercury. Trust that your intuition will guide you. The number of the week is 5, a number of overcoming challenges.
Mantra: I know what’s best.

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Monday 08/13/18 The Empress (Mother Earth)
Numerology: 5
Moon Void of Course 9:37 P.M. PST
Moon Enters Libra 9:57 P.M. PST
Mercury Pre-Shadow Period Intensified
The Empress appears in all her glory today to bring blessings of a fruitful harvest. Although this Mercury Retrograde may have presented some challenges to you, your crops have not only survived but they will also flourish. Moon trine Neptune at 4:12 A.M. PST brings an intensity that will stimulate creativity. What will you conceive today? Take it easy and lay low like a lover. This is a time to revel in passion, not loose yourself in pleasure. Moon trine Mars at 9:37 P.M. PST keeps the feeling going all day and all night. The Moon goes void of course briefly in the detail oriented sign of Virgo so stop and enjoy the beauty in the little things. The Moon enters the balanced sign of Libra at 9:57 P.M. PST reminding us that like the seasons, like the harvest, and life on this planet, does not last forever. The number of the day is 5, reminding us that love conquers all. It’s Mercury Retrograde intensified so it’s a perfect time to let live and let go.
Mantra: Everything was beautiful and nothing hurt.

Tuesday 08/14/18 Emperor (Father Sky)
Numerology: 6
Moon in Libra
Mercury Retrograde Intensified
Just like the Emperor, pause before you act today. Try not to let the past freeze your heart during Moon square Saturn at 2:55 A.M. PST. Because there’s no use fighting love with Moon conjunct Venus at 11:05 A.M. PST. Things will feel as fresh as spring with Moon sextile Mercury at 1:22 P.M. PST. The Moon is in the just sign of Libra so choose wisely because you will called to be held accountable for all actions done today. The number of the day is 6, a number that reminds us where we came from and where we’re going.
Mantra: Let me speak with the wisdom that dwells within.

Wednesday 08/15/18 Hierophant (The Sage)
Numerology: 7
Moon in Libra
Mercury Retrograde Intensified
The Hierophant is a card of the infusion of knowledge that comes with the power of initiation. Moon square Pluto at 6:51 A.M. PST will bring a climax to your quest for spiritual knowledge. Examine your consciousness and know that you are worthy. Moon sextile Sun at 1:22 P.M. PST will find you overjoyed by what you discover. The Moon is still in the karmic sign of Libra so know that your actions have an equal and opposite reaction. The number of the day is 7, the number of the deepest mysteries.
Mantra: Everything in the name of the greatest good.

Thursday 08/16/18 The Lovers
Numerology: 8
Moon Void of Course 12:56 A.M. PST
Moon Enters Scorpio 1:54 A.M PST
Mercury Retrograde Intensified
A karmic choice confronts you. Which will you choose, innocence or knowledge? Moon square Mars at 12:56 A.M. PST is a transit that could cause lover’s quarrels. Drop your weapons, be open to love and you’ll wake up on the right side of the bed. The intensity continues with Moon opposition Uranus at 6:27 A.M. PST but you’ve got this. Moon sextile Saturn at 7:06 A.M. brings grounding and rationality to center stage. Moon square Mercury at 11:18 P.M. PST may find you finishing the day with a hazy mind. You may have an understanding that you made a big decision today but you can’t quite put your finger on how deep the meaning of this decision goes. The number of the day is 8, a number of karma.
Mantra: I chose to create this future.

Friday 08/17/18 Chariot
Numerology: 9
Moon in Scorpio
Mercury Retrograde Intensified
The Chariot appears when it’s time to make now the past. There is so much more to see and do. Moon conjunct Jupiter 6:06 A.M. PST will find you with the same kind of excitement you feel before a big trip. Don’t be nervous, face the future with a smile. Moon trine Neptune at 6:33 A.M. PST may tempt you to lose yourself in fantasies but have the wisdom to know the truth from the lies. Moon sextile Pluto at 1:11 P.M. PST
Mantra: Don’t let fantasies break your heart

Saturday 08/18/18 Strength
Numerology: 1(0)
First Quarter in Scorpio 12:48 A.M. PST
Moon Void of Course 8:07 A.M. PST
Moon Enters Sagittarius 9:45 A.M. PST
The Strength card is the card of the lion and the lamb. As Mercury stations direct during first quarter in Scorpio, you may feel a big shift today. Bunker down and tap your inner strengths. Moon square Sun at 12: 48 A.M. PST brings the challenge you must overcome before the Full Moon to your plans. Mercury sextile Venus at 8:36 A.M. PST will lighten things up again as the challenges you’ve faced recently start to make more sense to you. Chew on these thoughts and wait until the end of next week to take any action. Mercury stations direct in Leo at 9:25 P.M. PST. Take the last round of cosmic garbage out to the curb and feel the a load lift off your shoulders. The Moon enters Sagittarius at 9:45 A.M. PST, so you’ll feel lighter if you just know to let go. The number of the day is 1(0), a number of endings becoming beginnings.
Mantra: There is beauty in impermanence.

Sunday 08/19/18 The Hermit
Numerology: 2
Moon in Sagittarius
Mercury Stations Direct
The Hermit is a card of illumination and spiritual knowledge. Jupiter trine Neptune at 12:48 A.M. PST may reveal deep secrets to those who have been searching. A great teacher may appear or you may be called upon to teach others. This is a time to help others with selfless love. Moon trine Mercury at 8:13 A.M. PST is a sensitive transit but if you spend time with people you love, Moon sextile Venus will give you the support system you need at 10:13 A.M. PST. Moon square Neptune at 4:13 P.M. PST is a receptive transit that invites you to open up to the influences that surround you now. The Moon is in the upbeat Sign of Sagittarius. Don’t be the storm, be the shelter from it. The number of the day is 2, a number of partnerships.
Mantra: Knowledge is meant to be shared.

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