Rev. Vikki Anderson

February Horoscopes

Aquarius the water or energy bearer.

Wishing all you lovers out there a very Happy Valentines Day!

Birthstone : Amethyst

Once considered more valuable than diamonds, Amethyst is a member of the quartz family, occurring naturally as crystals within rocks. These gemstones are found in the United States, Brazil, Canada, Australia, India, Madagascar, Russia and many other countries.

February's purple birthstone has been found among the possessions of royalty throughout the ages. The intense Amethyst shade appealed to early monarchs because they often wore this color. Purple dye was scarce and expensive at one time, and so it was reserved for the garments of the royal household. Peasants most frequently wore beige, brown or drab colors. Amethyst has been found in ruins dating as far back as the ninth century, adorning crowns, scepters and jewelry. A large Amethyst is in the British Crown Jewels which is closely guarded.

Amethyst is a crystal of protection and has the power to overcome difficulty, stress, anxiety and indecision. I personally use it for added energy in tarot because it also gives off the positive energy of making decisions, relaxing and using common sense. It amplifies contact with spirit guides and the higher self. It generates wisdom, guidance, direction and clear thinking in personal affairs. It answers questions and helps one make rational decisions. It also helps the endocrine and immune systems so is a good stone for overall health protection.

Whether or not Amethyst holds such power, its up to you to figure it out. Being a certified crystal therapist, I have been working with crystals for many, many years and believe in the power of crystals. You will never know if they work for you unless you try them out for yourself.

Other lucky Star stones connected with Aquarius are turquoise and garnet.

ARIES - March 20 April 18

Valentines Day should be a lot of fun, even if you may be spending it with friends (if you are single) or with your partner. You refuse to take this celebration lying down! You seem rather dynamic and expressive now although there are many secrets behind your bright eyes. You will be introduced to many new friends and adventures. While being tired of the humdrum life, you are now seeking fun, excitement and leisure activities. Arians are interested in traveling, taking new classes (possibly including some exercise classes) and finding out about subjects that they just have not had time to look into. Some may even start or finish college and/or get new certifications or training in some area. Your energy levels fluctuate; however, you are busy doing so many things that you dont even realize you are tired until you get home and plop on the couch in front of the TV! So much is going on in your life that it would be helpful to have a list of things that you want to accomplish and work on them a little each day; otherwise, you may have great intentions, but get little accomplished.

TAURUS - April 19 May 19

You need to express yourself a little bit more to those who love you. Secrets are all well and good at times, but this is not one of those times to keep things inside as some feelings need to be shared with others; this will make you feel better. You are super-sensitive at the moment and although luck is following close behind you, there is just too much to do for you to notice how well your life is really going. Your temperament is much more balanced than in the recent past. Your romantic relationship should be improving tremendously on all levels and although your career or vocation may be in question, the changes coming your way are imperative in order to push you on the right path. Your intuition is getting stronger and everyone is noticing. Remember to go with your gut feelings because this time, they are absolutely correct. Major decisions should be made soon so that you can move on with your life. Make sure you make your Valentines Day plans ahead of time so that you can do exactly what you would like when you would like to do them. Consulting with your partner would be a nice touch that will make you both happy.

GEMINI - May 20 June 19

You are the proverbial chicken running around without its head these days. You have wonderful plans of what you need to accomplish, but then go off and do something else. Try to focus on your goals and then try to finish them. Then you can go off to the next one on your list (or next 10 on your list for you dualistic signs). Relationships are redefined and plans may be in the works for you to take your relationship to the next level. If single, you may finally meet someone who is in both your best interests. Be open to those who may not fall into your narrow category of who is acceptable to date. Cast your net into a larger pool of individuals, even those with different beliefs or life paths. Money still seems to be somewhat of concern. There just is never enough, but with budgeting and only buying what you need and not what you want right now, you will get through these lean times better than most. However, you can still have a great Valentines Day by using Restaurant.com coupons or going to lunch or an early dinner. Other venues such as museums, art galleries or taking a stroll through New York City may be just what your purse (or pocket) needs.

CANCER - June 20 July 21

Finances are of major concern now, but you will come through this situation with flying colors if you dont panic. Spending on non-essentials is not an option now, so if theres a new car, home repairs or projects that you feel need to get started, try holding off from starting them for at least a few months. Of course, if something is in dire need of repair, handle that immediately, but other things can wait. There may be some upcoming dealings with wills or inheritances, or if not, you may be getting ready for some issues with the IRS. Make sure your income tax return is accurate so that you are not audited. You may also be dealing with issues regarding your spouses money, such as him/her losing her employment, starting new employment (perhaps a home based business) and possibly not making as much as in the past. These new endeavors will work out and you will be back in a comfortable position soon. Valentines Day should be a fun time and you may want to spend it with your family rather than just your partner. Do what makes you feel happy and do what you want to do for a change.

LEO - July 22 August 21

It is a time to concentrate on one of the two most important things in your life your home and your career. Which will it be? Home life should be a place of relaxation, meditation, fun, family and quiet time. Work is where the overwhelming stress and heavy energy makes you feel crazy; eating on the run or at your desk is not as healthy. You must get away from your office even if you eat quickly and take a walk around the parking lot, in a mall or by doing a few calming errands. Sleep may be affected by your erratic schedules, traffic, and tending the house, dinner, children, the laundry, cleaning up, etc. You must redefine the chores in your home since you dont seem to be very good about them being delegated at work. Leos do not understand that they do not have to do everything by themselves, although they usually do. Others are more than capable of helping out, doing part of the work or handling chores at home. Help yourself to have some precious down time by delegating responsibilities at work and at home. Leos will plan a romantic Valentines Day with their partner even though it may be home based. Just spending time with your significant other is enough for you since you want the genuine intimacy now and are not as interested in the gifts of the day.

VIRGO - August 22 September 21

You are trying very hard to get things done, but to no avail. Unexpected circumstances pop up to change your plans in a minute, so you need to go with the flow to get your list of to dos done in a timely manner. There is new interest the future, children, and having some adventure and fun for a change rather than shouldering all of the responsibilities within your family. Love life either needs to be spiced up or one of you will look elsewhere for romance. There seems to be a lot of dissatisfaction in your life right now; finding out how you can change your life in a positive way would be important at this time, especially since you really don't want to rock the boat, but you do want to be happy. Financial concerns also add to your confusion or depression during the month, but being you are a very practical and clever sign, you will find ways to patch things up and fix almost everything in your life with flying colors and pizzazz.

LIBRA - September 22 October 21

Health issues may be of concern to you, so if this is true, make an appointment with your health care provider. Melancholy and mild sadness may also try to find its way into your daily routine. The good news is that if you work hard during this period, the mental issues will disappear. If you worry about everything and just concentrate on the problems, concerns, fears, doubts and worries that you may have, you may be physically ill more than you thought possible. Get second opinions and use your intelligence to NOT make things worse than they are, especially in your own mind. Why not take a short weekend getaway to relax, rejuvenate and maybe do some of the things you usually do not have time for during the rest of your week. Love matters may be blown out of proportion, so give your loved one a chance to explain or try to be more patient. With communication and kindness you will both be able to patch things up and have so much fun on Valentines Day.

SCORPIO - October 22 November 20

Your enthusiasm and knowledge will help you to shine in so many ways. Optimism, good energy and strength are behind you. Have a special Valentines Day with your significant other and make the rest of the month just as happy. Work and health are affected now. Things may seem to be blown out of proportion, but if its too much of a good thing who cares? You have a lot to look forward to and so many things to start and accomplish. There may be some restlessness in your life, but once you decide what it is you want, you will be able to handle any doubts, worries or fears to get to your goal. Additional training, lectures, seminars or workshops will help aid your career as well as satisfy the need you have to learn more about the subjects of your choice. This is a creative time where you should paint, write, do crafts or anything that you feel the urge to do in the creative sense because it will bring you peace of mind and spirit.

SAGITTARIUS - November 21 December 20

Sagittarians feel more empowered now and want to have a wonderful Valentines Day with their partner. Let your significant other make some plans this Valentines Day and you should just relax and take a deep breath and know that life is finally calming down and going in the right direction for you both. Personal and business partnerships seem to be going in the right direction if you just lighten up a little bit. You should not take things too seriously now but rather start focusing on your goals in a more practical way. Artistic and innovative pursuits are imperative now because you want to accomplish so much and you will do well within this arena. You are getting organized, finishing up many projects that were in the works and feeling so much better about your accomplishments and yourself in general. Some are publishing books, others are having art shows and some are just being proud of making all of their dreams come true.

CAPRICORN - December 21 January 19

You may start a new chapter in life and go in another direction. Finances may play a part in this new direction, so be smart and double check your will, important papers and keep everything up to date, signed, sealed and notarized! Cleaning out your home or office, decluttering, and getting rid of things which tie you down is important. You are trying to life the phrase, voluntary simplicity and will do quite well with it over the next few months if you make sure your paperwork doesnt keep you stymied. Friends are very compassionate and thoughtful and will help you through any issues or concerns that you may have. Confide in them. Many wish they can repay you for all the good deeds you have done for them in the past, but dont know how to help you. This will be an important time of serious bonding with your family and friends, so make the most of it especially with Valentines Day just around the corner. If you have a significant other, this is a really good time to talk over your future plans and dreams so you will both be on the same page.

AQUARIUS - January 20 February 18

You would love to start thinking of future travel plans, but know that you have so many other obligations and responsibilities that need to be taken care of first. Taking care of house and office projects will help you get organized quicker and will leave you with more free time to do whatever it is you would like to do. Family is very supportive now. You will also have a lovely Valentines Day with your partner, if involved, or you will make a day of it with close family and friends. So much is going your way, but you have to stop and smell the roses before you understand how much you really have. Creativity, imagination, originality and ingenuity come together to help you figure out the future that will be right for you. Things may seem a bit confusing now, but with logic and reasoning, you will come to the proper conclusions and answers for your best interest. Stop working so hard as it doesnt seem as if your extra time and effort is being appreciated. It may be time to look elsewhere for employment, but be sure you have a job lined up before giving notice. Whatever you decide to do with your career, such as ignoring the problems, or just getting a new job, you will be able to handle either with grace and professionalism.

PISCES February 19 March 19

Many changes are coming your way, although you may not realize that theyre coming! Important changes make you realize that you are not alone and that you have many good friends who would help you through anything if you asked for help. If married or have a significant other, things seem to be going well and your Valentines Day will be fun, adventurous and maybe even a little bit spicy. Try not to be too vague about where you would like to go or what you would like to do, since it will come off as indifference and may cause unpleasant issues. Emotions surface about the past, so keep them in check until you feel ready to discuss things that bother you. Being super-sensitive now will only make you nervous when you have to approach significant discussions. Once things are aired out, you will be surprised at how much more relaxed and relieved you will both be. Life will be much easier and more comfortable for your family and you. Enjoy this month as it seems you need the break from stress.

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January Horoscopes

By Vikki Anderson

Looking forward to the New Year with my puppy, Sparky.

Happy New Year to all. May 2012 bring you many adventures, surprises, good health, financial abundance and peace of mind, body and spirit. And may all of your dreams and goals come true.

Birthstone: Garnet -- The garnet was first mined in Sri Lanka over 2,500 years ago. Today, it is found in Africa, Australia, India, Russia, South America and Arizona and Idaho in the USA. Although most of us know garnet as a red gemstone, it also comes in muted yellows, oranges, pinks, greens, and violets. This assortment is due to unique combinations of elements within each particular gem, such as iron, calcium, and manganese.Not all garnets are of jewelry quality but all are beautiful in their own right. It is also a very effective abrasive and is used commercially for grinding and polishing. Garnet coated sandpaper is one such industrial use.

The garnet continues to be the protective gem of journeyers. A gift of garnet is thought to be symbolic of love and the desire for a loved one's safe travel and speedy homecoming. It is also considered the crystal of good health by extracting negative energy from the chakras and transmuting the energy to the beneficial state. It has been known as a stone of commitment to purpose, to others and to oneself. This stone reflects the attributes of devotion, and bringing the love of others to expressions of warmth and understanding. By no means the end of the benefits of garnet, but, it does balance the energy fields around the physical body and aligns the emotional and intellectual bodies with the perfection of All That Is. Garnet can treat disorders of the heart, lungs, spine and spinal fluid, cells, bone and blood. It has been used to balance sexual energies and repair and protect DNA/RNA structure. It helps to regenerate the body.

Before you get nervous and think that your sun sign has changed with the updated time frames for each sun sign in 2012, remember that sun sign dates move a day or two in either direction every year being there are only 364 days each year, so these sun sign dates are for those born in 2012. If your sun sign appears with different dates, read the paragraph that relates to your birth sun sign.

ARIES - March 20 April 18

Thank goodness that the holidays are over so you can move on to your next project(s). Good fortune and blessings come your way which are well deserved. So many things are going your way that you seem suspicious and wonder when things will go wrong! Even though life may be blown out of proportion at times, it will be going in the right direction so this is a good time to just go with the flow. Try not to get discouraged by delays and outcomes which you were not prepared for. Be mindful of your sensitivity and just know that not everyone is out to get you! You are overwhelmed, trying to keep to yourself and may not be as focused as you would like. And although some responsibilities and issues keep repeating themselves over and over again, especially partnerships, just know that if you take one day at a time, things will pass quickly and you will have a good handle on them.

TAURUS - April 19 May 19
After your generosity over the holidays, financial issues make you re-evaluate the way you are spending money. Unusual situations arise with friends (especially women) that you may wish to financially help out. Be certain that their motives for borrowing money are realistic and that they can pay you back. If not, be sure you can live without that money without negative feelings towards the person who borrowed it. Career seems to improve or turn to gold. You are doing well at work and those in power are noticing you. However, it is up to you to stay or look for employment elsewhere if you do not feel you are being promoted fast enough or appreciated. Being stressed and upset over a job is not what is in your best interest, so try to think logically about what will help your career path the most and then follow your logic.

GEMINI - May 20 June 19

Now that the New Year is upon us, family and especially siblings get along quite nicely together. Discussions with females in your family will be pleasant and you will learn a lot about members of your family from these discussions. You tend to be a bit frantic and disorganized because you are taking on too much, as usual; however, this is really a time when you must get rid of things that are no longer appropriate in your life whether they is objects or people. You are turning the corner on a new chapter in your life and are attracting much more positive people who can help you on so many levels. Be open to this help and graciously accept all the help offered to you.

CANCER June 20 July 21
Now that the holidays are behind you and you dont have to fuss with the house any longer, many changes are coming your way but will all work out for your best interest. You may feel as if things just arent going your way and in truth, during an opposition month, you are totally correct. Anything that is not needed, liked or wanted will just start to disappear from your life. You will have great energy and focus when you need it, and if you use this time wisely, you can start many new adventures, such as traveling to foreign countries or starting to look into more formal education, lectures, seminars or training in some way. You have the ability to change your life in an extremely positive way once you decide what it truly is you want.

LEO - July 22 August 21
Now that the holidays are a lovely memory, there may be some confusing aspects to your romance or with your children. Keep alert for secrets, mistruths and things going on behind your back. Your gentle nature may get a bit of a shock when you realize that others have been using you for some time. This is an outstanding time to get involved in creative or artistic projects and be ready to enhance your work. New people come into your life to help you choose the right path. Staying on a spiritual or esoteric path will keep you focused on your goals and dreams. Communication will help you get over some misconceptions and judgments that were probably incorrect in the first place.

VIRGO - August 22 September 21
Now that the running around and trying to make a perfect Christmas and New Years for you and your family is over, you are getting all fired up about your health and work concerns. Will you be starting a new exercise program or eating more healthily? Probably. Will it last long? Probably not. You have such good motives, but you are involved in so many activities and have a bit too much stress around you, that your old habits will quickly come back. A much more positive attitude and disposition will be beneficial not only to you, but to all of those you come in contact with. Worrying or being negative will not solve anything in a timely manner and may attract more negativity, so beware of your mood swings.

LIBRA - September 22 October 21

You are trying to get grounded and centered after the hectic holiday season. Partnerships may get strained, so try to lighten up. Remember, not everything is meant as a personal affront to you. Sometimes people just talk without thinking. Be forgiving and compassionate. You may feel as if you are taking on too many projects and responsibilities and it is probably true so delegate, put things on the back burner or just say no when someone asks you to do something that you really have no time to do. The pressure you put on yourself is incredible and if you wish to continue to have good mental and physical health, you should prioritize your life, responsibilities and obligations so that you may accomplish your goals.

SCORPIO - October 22 November 20
With all the major holidays behind you, other instances take up your time. You are interested in working on yourself whether its your personal appearance, new haircut or to further your education or training for your job. Taxes, lawsuits, other peoples money and inheritances are activated now. You may be working with or for someone who has passed and you may be taking care of the paperwork (will, legalities, etc.) or you may just be dealing with spousal (or significant other) concerns that you feel need to be addressed and resolved. Saving money is one of your strengths and it is a good idea to continue working towards your goals of retiring early or moving to another state with money in the bank. Re-examine your portfolio or finances so that you can feel more at ease with your upcoming plans.

SAGITTARIUS - November 21 December 20
Even though everyday is like a holiday to a Sagittarius, you are becoming a bit more serious about your life. A strong conviction to change the way you think and/or feel about so many things in your life is upon you. You may be thinking more about the future and who you want in your future with you. You may be thinking of writing short stories, finishing a book, starting a journal or just getting your thoughts on paper to make sense of things that have happened in your life. You start to share more important events of your life with those you trust and are looking for some closure to other events in your life. Creativity and communication seem to help you every step of the way. If you think about it logically and thoughtfully, everything will work out to your satisfaction.

CAPRICORN - December 21 January 19

The holiday spirit is now gone and you are back to work and taking care of your responsibilities. There is an underlying current of change, important decisions and serious outcomes. You may be super sensitive now and emotions may be unpredictable. Be sure you dont over react because you are apt to say something that cannot be taken back. Good luck is protecting you through a trine from Jupiter; however, you have to make your own luck at first by taking some appropriate risks and trying something new. This is a new time for you to shine and get the results that you truly want. Change is good most of the time if you dont fight it, so if you only accept a positive outcome, you will only get a positive outcome.

AQUARIUS - January 20 February 18

You wish the holidays could go on forever, but they are behind you now and you must face your everyday life. Friends can be very confusing now and may do things to annoy you. Confusing circumstances may make you question the loyalty of those close to you, this period will be short lived. However, love life seems to be blossoming and moving in a much better direction. It gets better and better each day and you recognize how lucky you are to be in love now. Finances need to improve so if you can put a little more thought into your financial security, you will be prepared for your future and happy you did it now. Read a book, meditate, take a power nap so you can and refresh and re-energize yourself you deserve it.

PISCES February 19 March 19

If life was just as simple as the time between Thanksgiving and New Years Day, you would be so content; however, life moves on and your old obligations and issues are ready to be handled again. You have too much on your mind and you may be driving yourself crazy just by being you! Why not bounce ideas off of a friend and have a serious conversation with someone you trust about your future and what you need or want. If others gossip about you, dont take it too personally as they need someone to talk about. You may feel as if your power is being drained day in and day out. Proper rest, exercise and eating right is in your best interest so why not see what you can do about that.

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