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Leo Horoscope for February 2011
You seem ready to join forces with someone special, and that’s unusual for you. Leo tends to like to be in charge and control the flow, but these days a new spirit of “let’s join forces” will be in the air, and suddenly you’ll be willing to form a partnership that is equal to you in every sense. You seem excited by the possibilities of this “coming together” of you and one special individual. Talks and plans will begin to shape up quickly this month, for the new moon February 2 will be accompanied by an entourage of the Sun, Mars, and Neptune, and together these heavenly bodies will help you to get talks underway very soon.
In the matter of relationships, your partner will have more control over the pace and direction of your plans and talks than you, but this might be flattering, for it seems you BOTH want to want to move forward, not just you. You won’t feel as though you need to do a lot of persuading - your partner seems to be as eager to crystallize this arrangement and get the show on the road. The fact that Mars will be close to the moon and Sun means Mars will give your plan greater push, and remarkably, Saturn will lend his gifts of stability and realism, too. This is unusual. Saturn often is the one to throw the wrench into the works, but this time, Saturn will actually be a helpful little buddy.
The Sun, new moon, Mars, and Neptune will all be in the idiosyncratic sign of Aquarius and all will be touring your seventh house of marriage / partnership, indicating that you may be designing a relationship that friends and family don’t quite understand because it is unconventional. If the two of you both like the solution you’ve created, that’s what counts. Aquarius is the sign that breaks rules and reconfigures things in a very individual way, so if your style is commitment or the type of person you have chosen seems “different” in some way (the way Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher are), then that’s fine!
For other Leos, the prominence of Aquarius in this month’s equation could bring up other types of questions, such as, “Is this love, or is this friendship?” or “How much closeness and how much space do I really need, and how do my needs fit in with my partner’s?” These types of meditations are very common when Aquarius is so prominent. See what comes up in your love life.
This month’s energies are just perfect for an engagement, as you may have guessed, but what if you are in a strong and happy marriage now? What then? Your partner may have big news for you, such as news of a big promotion or raise, or you may hear about other exciting developments that will make you both happy. Certainly you will be focused on your partner quite a bit this month, as this person will take the dominant lead and bring most of the news and stimulus.
You may feel you’ve reached an important phase where it’s the right time to do more as a couple, such as to save up for a new house or to buy new furniture, or to take a special vacation together, or to even plan a baby. There are many possibilities, but the point is, you seem ready to do more together, and tackling this goal will bring you to the next level.
Any new moon brings two weeks of energy, so that means this new moon period includes Valentine’s Day. If you are ready to get engaged, this Valentine’s Day may be one for the record books, because conditions will be so right for taking that step. If you are drumming your fingers on the table saying, “It will be a cold day in February before that happens!” well, keep an open mind, dear Leo! That may be happening now. Four little happy planets are bouncing up and down like giddy little friends, coaxing you to be courageous and take the next step.
You can use this electric energy to form a profitable and happy partnership with a business associate too, and be surprised how well things turn out. Many Leos work in creative fields, and if that is you, you will find that collaborating, say, on a screenplay or book, could be the way to make faster progress. See if this makes sense for you.
If you were born on August 8, plus or minus four days, this new moon emphasis on partnerships will be especially strong for you.
The full moon will be in Leo this month, the only one of the year, falling on February 18. Something of great importance is coming to a culmination, and it will more likely “hit” on the day or just after. Still, I feel Valentine’s Day is close enough to my usual tolerance for full moons, plus or minus four days, so that’s why I feel you could have an astounding experience for Valentine’s Day!
If you were born on August 22, or within four or five days of this date, you will feel the full moon’s effects more than you will the new moons. This will be a key point for you!
Neptune will be prominent this month, so you will have to figure out a way to avoid problems from this planet known to crank out mist and fog and obscure facts. Indeed, Neptune will practically be out of control, as you get closer to the full moon in Leo, February 18.
I would not want you to promise your heart, or your reputation (in terms of a new business association), near the date of that full moon, February 18. Instead, the day to seal the deal (so to speak) would be February 14 when Saturn will help you build a promise that remains solid for a very long time, possibly forever.
Earlier, I also like February 4 and 5, too, for making promises, especially in the business sense, when Mercury, planet of agreements and contracts, and fortunate Jupiter will support one another in a dazzling way. February 4 and 5 are two of the best days of the month.
Later in the month, once Mars enters your eighth house, you will find you need to spend more than usual in the coming weeks. It’s also possible you’ll be motivated to get a better grip on spending during this time and try to cut out waste and spending that doesn’t get you the satisfaction you would normally expect. You might be in the mood to call your credit card company or cell phone provider to see if you can negotiate a better rate. You might want to join a price club where you can buy brands for less than full retail, or attend a lecture about how to make wise investments.
Mars in the eighth house could also bring you all the motivation you need to finish up your tax return. Mars will help you find the energy to get it all done from February 22 to March 31. Good! People who file early usually get to take the most legal deductions and make the fewest errors on their returns, if only because they aren’t rushing.
Late last month, Jupiter, that wonderful benefic planet who just wants to spoil you over and over many times, entered fellow fire sign Aries. This is great news, for whenever Jupiter is in a fire sign, you do well. The Leos born at the end of July are first to feel benefits - you’ve got outstanding favor now! You can take big risks, early born Leos, knowing that Jupiter will be protecting you like a celebrity bodyguard.
I can hear little birds on Twitter tweeting, “What about me! I was born in August!” All will be given gifts in due time. EVERY Leo will have their turn, and no one will be left out. August-born Leos will be fortunate from March through May. The later in August you were born, the later it will come, (say, more near May), but the point is that your time will come! I will keep reminding you, dear Leo!
No matter when you were born, July or August, you will be given a special boost to your health and to your love life, for Jupiter in perfect angle to your Sun would do that.
Distant, exotic travel will also be strongly emphasized, so I urge you to consider taking a major trip sometime in the coming few months. You would find your journey awe inspiring and possibly even life changing. Study is also underscored by this visit of Jupiter, so if you are in college, you will find the coming months very special and memorable, a time when you will come into your own. You might be studying abroad or working on a grant abroad. The ninth house rules information - the taking it in through study at the university - or the dispersing of it through publishing or broadcasting. You will do well if you work in either industry between now and May, so if you need to present an idea, do so soon!
Mercury will not be retrograde until March 30 to April 23 so you have two strong months to plant seeds, dear Leo. All systems are go!
(If you bought my Year Ahead 2011 calendar, look at page 2, where you see the DH Lawrence quote in front. Next to the graphic of the calendars below the quote, you will see that I listed all the Mercury retrograde periods. I don’t want you to miss that list!
Summary
This will be a big month for drawing up plans to be closer to another person in love or in business. For most, this might mean plans to move in together or to profess your love. You may talk about marriage and be moved to actually set the date. Others who are already married may decide to make something more of the relationship, say, by buying a house or having a baby. Saturn is currently in your third house and allowing you to find the right words to articulate what goals you’d like to set.
The full moon on February 18 will fall in Leo, the only one of the year in your sign, and this underscores how important a month this will be for you. Full moons will always bring energy and high emotions, and you will notice this to be true as early as February 14 and as late as February 20. Neptune will be orbiting very close to the Sun, giving you a feeling of enormous inspiration. If you know your partner well, enjoy it. If not, make sure you are making your decisions with your eyes wise open; it may be too soon to get deeply involved. In this case, if you see you are moving fast, go to friends for advice. Chances are, you can trust them to keep you sane and levelheaded if need be. As I always say, never make promises under the light of neon.
If you were to get engaged, it would likely happen over Valentine’s Day, as February 14 falls close enough to the full moon in Leo to make exciting things happen. The preceding weekend dates of February 12-13 could be lots of fun too, for the moon will be in Gemini, a fun place for the moon to be for you. Single Leos may meet someone at the airport or at work when a co-worker or visitor to your company shows interest. With Jupiter and Pluto in hard angles on February 25, you may decide you should widen your list of criteria of those you would be willing to date - see how you feel.
Jupiter moved into your international sector last month and will spend four months there. Now that Jupiter, the planet of goodness, growth, and happiness, is in Aries, a fellow fire sign, your spirit of adventure will be stimulated. It would be a shame not to plan an exotic trip abroad while you have such rare and outstanding favor for travel. There are other ways to use this energy. If you would like to work in the international arena, investigate your options, as things could rapidly fit into place. Higher education is also an option. Send those applications to your favorite university or other institutions, and while you do, see about a student loan or scholarship. When it comes to education, you are holding a four-leaf clover.
Your career will soon begin to show exceptional growth a few months from now. If you work in publishing or broadcasting, or teach at the college level, you will see encouraging signs now in February and continue to build through May. Career opportunities will be strong for Leos in other occupations from June through the rest of the year and beyond. Make sure the work you do on any and all projects from now on is letter perfect, as the body of work you are accumulating now will be examined this spring and summer when higher ups will be deciding about your professional future.
At month’s end, starting February 22, money matters will take up a lot of your attention, and this trend will continue through March, with special emphasis on jointly held funds or property. This same house rules mortgage, credit, loans, taxes, scholarships, inheritance, insurance, and similar types of funds. You may need to send in applications, negotiate a settlement, or evaluate various financial arrangements to see if you can alter them to do better. It would be the right moment to set aside time to prepare your receipts for taxes, too - Mars in this house would see that you were very productive and would be motivated to finish them up fairly soon.
Dates to Note for Leo
You may be ready for a major commitment in marriage or in business, and you’d be talking about plans in a serious way starting February 2 and continuing most of the month. Valentine’s Day may prove to be quite important for you.
The full moon in Leo on February 18 will be a major moment in your timeline. You seem very excited and inspired. Just be sure of your actions - if you have done your research, go ahead, enjoy it.
Financial matters will become increasingly important from February 22, a trend that will also be in place in March. It’s a good time to do taxes, to figure out how to handle joint funds, or to apply for a mortgage or scholarship, as some examples.
Your career is about to break open like a big juicy coconut. All Leos will have opportunities in just a few months, but publishing and broadcasting is coming up strong now.
Travel and international trade / relationships dazzle for you now. Your sense of adventure is high - see if you can find someone to travel with, as any trip you take would be very special now, even life changing.
February 25 may bring a reason to rethink the type of person you should be dating.
Romance will be best February 2, 3, 11-13, 16-18, 20, 24, and 25.
