Zuri's Astrological Starcast for April 2009

Live your bliss passionately. Rock it out this April as the sun moves into trail blazing Aries, fueling power to your creative juices and launching new beginnings with spirited enthusiasm. This supercharged theme of adventure, exploration and fun, wide eyed abandon will be supported as Venus retrogrades in Aries, allowing us to reconnect with opportunities that motivate and inspire our impulses by leaving no stone unturned. Whether it's an old flame that knocks on your door, a job offer showing renewed promise or traveling to a location you've always wanted to visit, this planetary shift backwards presents a second chance to move in a direction that you only dreamed about. Make the most of this brilliant energy and don't let it pass you by! This month the Aries sun acts as your cosmic GPS, ensuring confident navigation through any detours and hurdles along the way to your goals. It's the fire behind any idea looming beneath the surface, giving life to any thoughts that need special attention. With hard work and determination, great concepts can be transformed into tangible action. Concentrate your energies on where you want to go and create a clear outline to keep you focused on how to get there.

In the first week of April, the moon slips into emotionally based Cancer on Wednesday, focusing efforts on how we feel about the status of our relationships and what needs changing to bring emotional fulfillment. The Aries sun will bless the start of new relationships and urge eagerness in others to expand their family with new additions. Don't be surprised to find your inner Martha Stewart awakening to create delicious new recipes during this moon phase! Places like Williams-Sonoma have free cooking classes on just about every savory cuisine imaginable. So definitely check out their weekly schedules for new ideas to impress the foodies in your life and inspire dining get togethers! On Friday, the Leo moon encourages the pursuit of personal interests and hobbies all weekend. A powerful time to get creative and finish any projects that allow you to shine. On Sunday, the Virgo moon has us questioning what we think we know and investigating the truth. Try to approach new conversations with elegance and diplomacy so you can avoid an insensitive reaction. If an old health issue has been lingering, Archangel Raphael will promote alternative ways to heal a medical problem and advocate reaching out to different doctors for resolution.

Monday kicks off with a cleansing Virgo moon on the 6th, elevating our energies to do some major spring cleaning in all aspects of our lives. Once we clear out the mental clutter weighing us down, we can blast through the blocks and analyze our next movements. A thorough spiritual tune up will energize our heart and throat chakras to pursue our deepest passions. Most importantly, we can finally start doing the work we love to do. Light some lemon citronella incense to cut through the stagnant energies and allow unlimited abundance in. Late Tuesday night has the moon opening the door to the past when it dances into the sign of Libra. With the approval of Venus, the cosmic scales will be tipping in the favor of crossing paths with old lovers, friends and acquaintances we have lost touch with. The Libran full moon on Thursday will provide an opportunity to strengthen those relationships, create balance and empowerment. Dare to open your heart and embrace the chance to reconnect for soul stirring messages. Writers and artists alike will rejoice as creative blocks dissolve when the Aries sun and Libra moon join forces this month to give birth to beautiful designs and inspiring words. Market your visionary work to the right audience and you might just collect a pretty penny! The spotlight on Thursday shifts perspective when Mercury heads into earthy Taurus for insights into financial planning and acquiring security. New possibilities to interview for employment, supplement your income or relocate for work may arise. Whereas March blocked some favorable prospects from manifesting, Mercury will now empower our choices so we can master the obstacles that stood in the way of tangible results. Unexpected shifts in direction can generate stability, lucrative investments and economic growth so keep your ears perked for the messages coming through from surprising sources. Whether your communication is wrapped around financial documents, housing contracts or sales, your negotiations will pay off in physical rewards throughout Mercury's stay in Taurus as long as you employ diligence to get your thoughts heard. Friday has everyone avoiding verbal landmines as the moon enters karmic Scorpio. Exercise caution and refrain from taking rash action as a result of a partner's mood swings, emotional tongue lashings, or a drama queen's need to take out their frustrations on you. The melodrama can be worked out amicably but if you feed into the negativity, it could have lasting consequences. On Saturday, Venus slips into intuitive Pisces, bringing answers as to why the situation has gotten so out of hand. Hidden feelings are likely to come out of the closet and will need to be aired out for closure. Forever the incurable optimist, the Sagittarius moon casts a happy vibe on your world this Sunday, lifting the clouds and tempting your spirit with playful getaways and relaxation. A trip to wine country or a matinee may be just the right prescription to start over and enjoy each other's company.

The Sagittarian moon on the 13th drives all auspicious developments forward that explore solutions to a legal issue. Take advantage of the generosity of those around you and investigate all of your resources to get justice and equality for the underdog. Your guides are there to help. Just ask. On Wednesday the 15th, the moon snaps the whip as it sets up shop in workaholic Capricorn. You'll receive cosmic motivation to pound the pavement in search of a new job, make headway on a project, and finish up any office tasks. Do whatever it takes to get the job done because once Cappy is satisfied with your performance, it will give you a day off on Thursday to sign up for a creative class or try out a new hobby. Are you happy with your career or are you looking for a change? On Friday, you may feel pushed to the limit as the moon shakes up your foundation in Aquarius. Think about what you want and then take the steps to move towards achieving the vision you originally set out to accomplish. You may be inspired to make major changes in career, relationships or even your health care routine to return balance to your life. Trust your instincts right now. They are spot on. Today Venus goes direct, amping up our intuition and encouraging more self love. So, the transformations being made in different areas of your life are in large part due to Venus teaching us not to neglect our spiritual sides in pursuit of pleasing everyone else. Your vitality lies in self-nourishment and in the lessons learned when you don't take a backseat in the navigation of your destiny. Discover what your deepest passions are and go after them. This is your time to shine. Sunday will expand any artistic and creative interests to bring deeper fulfillment emotionally and spiritually.

On Monday the 20th, the introspective Piscean moon reminds us not to bury our emotions and ignore them. Journal and listen to the messages coming through so you can release any old mindsets or addictions that block you from moving into a new chapter. Try theta healing or hypnotherapy to dig into the past to uncover secrets and finally get the answers that can allow you to move forward and reprogram your computer to live in the present. On Wednesday, the feisty Aries moon seduces even the most laid back people towards expressing their sexual needs with fire and aggression. So, don't be surprised to see lovers and even friends becoming much more assertive in their romantic approaches. At the very least, tempers may be prone to flare during this Taurus sun, Mars and Moon in Aries planetary alignment. Keep your sense of cool even when confronted by a hot head over these next few days. If your plans to buy/sell a house, relocate, make a career change or any other type of dramatic life change has been put on hold, you will now get the green light to move forward with those details now that Mars is in the power sign of Aries. Action, travel and movement will be supported through early summer. Bursting at the seams and looking for ways to express your independence? Thursday, the Aries moon bolsters self-reliance to go in a new work or creative direction that inspires freedom. Make a tangible wish on the new moon in Taurus this Friday! Whether your heart is hoping for extra cash, a new job or a new way to invest in your portfolio, turn to your manifestation box today and drop your wants into the asking plate. If you focus on your dreams, you can find divine aid to help bring them to physical form. Don't forget to send off your wishes into the Universe with the flame of a green prosperity candle! To keep the magical intent flowing, place a piece of Citrine near your computer to dispel negativity, communicate new ideas and attract all kinds of riches into your life. Saturday has the Taurus energy focusing on our budgets, taxes and ways that we can get together some extra cash to finish that home remodeling or crafts project. A great time to market and advertise your services to get a new enterprise going. On Sunday, the Gemini moon urges us to ask for what we want and brainstorm ways to go after it.

The moon continues its stay in the chatterbox sign on the 27th, helping us work on transforming our thoughts into reality. Invest in a free session with a qualified life coach to discuss the different ways your ideas can be directed towards better opportunities. Together, you can work on solutions to what's blocking you from moving forward with your goals. On Tuesday, the Cancer moon brings our emotions to the surface and helps us see if they match our external actions. Remember that energy follows thought so if your emotions aren't matching your actions, take a pause and examine why. Have you been feeling frazzled and running a mile a minute trying to get things done? On Wednesday, home related activities dominate the landscape as Cancer soothes and nurtures our spirits, and encourages us to stay in to recharge our physical batteries. Take some time out to breathe and regroup or the Universe will create a cosmic traffic jam to force you to scale back. On Thursday, Mercury heads into Gemini bringing successful progress to any writing projects. Words will begin to flow much more easily with the help of Archangel Gabriel and networking will start to yield more tangible results. This is the time to communicate, teach and share ideas with others for the best outcome. The brilliant Leo moon will encourage personal drive and self awareness in order to achieve any long standing goals. Make a lasting impression during any presentations today and you'll have them eating out of the palm of your hand.