Sunday, March 1, 2026

Void of Course Moons - April 2026

 

For those of you who track the void of course moons through the months, here is April 2026. The void of course moon occurs when it doesn’t aspect (connect to) an astrological sign. This usually lasts hours or even a day and is a time for rest and reflection, avoiding important tasks or decisions. See how avoiding the VOC moon can improve your timing.

A big thank you to amazing astrologer Felissa Rose for the charts.

 

APRIL 2026 – MOON VOID OF COURSES

The following are calculated for eastern daylight times.   Adjustments must be made for other time zones.

 

VOID BEGINS              VOID ENDS      SIGN MOON ENTERS AFTER THE VOID                                                                                            

Thu Apr 2 4:56 am To Fri Apr 3 8:12 am                   Moon enters Scorpio 

Sun Apr 5 5:30 pm To 7:33 pm                                   Moon enters Sagittarius 

Wed Apr 8 5:53 am To 8:05 am                                   Moon enters Capricorn 

Fri Apr 10 6:25 pm To 7:57 pm                                    Moon enters Aquarius 

Mon Apr 13 3:43 am To 4:57 am                                 Moon enters Pisces 

Wed Apr 15 9:08 am To 10:05 am                               Moon enters Aries 

 Fri Apr 17 7:53 am To 11:59 am                                 Moon enters Taurus 

Sun / Apr 19 11:46 am To 12:19 pm                            Moon enters Gemini 

Mon Apr 20 1:19 am To Tues Apr 21 1:01 pm            Moon enters Cancer 

Thu Apr 23 3:29 pm To 3:42 pm                                  Moon enters Leo 

Fri Apr 24 6:22 pm To Sat Apr 25 9:06 pm                 Moon enters Virgo 

Mon Apr 27 7:13 am To Tue Apr 28 5:04 am              Moon enters Libra 

Thu Apr 30 4:53 am To 3:03 pm                                  Moon enters Scorpio 

 

You can also check the Void of Course Moon cycle by consulting an Ephemeris.

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Friday, February 27, 2026

Horoscope for the Week of March 2, 2026 - Personal Planets in Pisces

 


A cavalcade of personal planets – Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars – are all in sensitive Pisces. Will our emotions rule our common sense? Apply your kindness and avoid any “overt reaction.”

 

ARIES   (MARCH 21 - APRIL 20)

There is so much energy swirling around beneath the surface of things you may begin to feel a little disjointed and unsettled. But this is all part of the cosmic plan for you, Aries. Dig deep into your consciousness and see where you can heal the world … or at least the part of the world that you can control.

 

TAURUS (APRIL 21-MAY 21)

Getting involved in a large group effort feels especially important and revitalizing for you, Taurus. But choose your organizations and groups carefully lest you find yourself in areas where you can become overwhelmed. Taking all opportunities in small doses where you can test out your interest. This is the best path.

 

GEMINI   (MAY 22 - JUNE 21)

There is so much going on around you at your place of work that you might experience greater stress levels as the week progresses. But this is not a bad thing, Gemini. It enables you to get a clearer picture of what you want in your long term plans and what you need to lose or lessen. Make logical assessments.

 

CANCER   (JUNE 22 - JULY 23)

Your world view undergoes an evolution based on your gut feelings, Cancer. Allow yourself the time to process any new knowledge and be sure to check all of the sources before you go forward. Ultimately you want to expand your influence and capabilities. These needs can be sated with a range of possible options.

 

LEO   (JULY 24 - AUGUST 23)

Leos find that they are more emotional now and why not? The cosmos is tugging at your heartstrings and making you more attuned with your inner feelings and yearnings. Explore the range of possibilities as they come to you and find more ways to channel these emotions in positive ways. Vulnerability is not a big risk.

 

VIRGO   (AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 23)

What is it about certain relationships that get you a bit overly sensitive, Virgo? There might be a back and forth this week that opens up better communication and deeper discussion. This leads to better understanding. Some people manage to tap into your inner core. The question is how you can best use that energy.

 

LIBRA   (SEPTEMBER 24 - OCTOBER 23)

Anything having to do with your overall health figures prominently in your day to day life now, Libra. Know that your current level of sensitivity to all types of stimuli increases your stress or otherwise makes you feel more fatigued. Explore a range of new wellness techniques that foster calmness and vitality.

 

SCORPIO   (OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22)

Scorpios are especially inspired now as their creativity and ability to envision the full range of artistic possibilities are enhanced. Allow yourself time and space to make your inspirations into reality. It could be a special event or a long deferred pet project. Whatever gets you into another headspace should be explored.

 

SAGITTARIUS   (NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 22)

Family gatherings take on a greater importance and prominence in your life, Sagittarius. Find more ways to increase the communication between those who may not often be in touch. Outreach really gets to the heart of any matter. And you find that your enjoyment of simple just-let’s-get-together activities increases.

 

CAPRICORN   (DECEMBER 23 - JANUARY 20)

Be aware of not only what you say but how you say it, Capricorn. You get anything you want by crafting your message and discovering the best way to ask depending on the audience. Your ability to convince others of your authority and opinion enables you to connect to others on a much more deeply meaningful level. 

 

AQUARIUS   (JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 19)

Your value system undergoes a reassessment and possible revision, Aquarius. This is because you are viewing things more emotionally than logically. And this is not a bad thing. Sometimes we need to revamp to keep up with our own maturity and evolution. Wherever you land on certain issues, it is all for the good.

 

PISCES   (FEBRUARY 20 - MARCH 20)

Step into the spotlight, Pisces, as the world beckons. You make a big splash on any social scene and command attention and adoring audiences. This is your opportunity to showcase all of your considerable talents and launch any long term project off the ground. There will be those who help you along.

 

 

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Friday, February 20, 2026

Horoscope for the Week of February 23, 2026 - Sun Enters Pisces


The Sun enters Pisces bringing a sensitive and psychic energy to everything we do. Conjure your best self and spread the mellowness.

 

ARIES   (MARCH 21 - APRIL 20)

If your intuition goes into overdrive, embrace the positive energy and see how you can best manifest your hopes and dreams. What is it that you want to accomplish in this life, Aries? What can you do to spread the good and ban the evil? You have inner power to make positive changes, at very least in your own backyard.

 

TAURUS (APRIL 21-MAY 21)

Friendships seem to take on a greater role in your day to day life, Taurus. Concentrate on what connections you have and which ones you would like to make. Spread your influence through your magnetic personality and gather those you care about closer to you.  Fortification builds a strong future happiness.

 

GEMINI   (MAY 22 - JUNE 21)

If you have a few things on your agenda that need to be tackled, now is the time to get into action, Gemini. Long term plans can’t sit on the sideline forever and now you have the vision and the energy to make progress. You know your worth and have an intrinsic aptitude to make your value known to the bosses.

 

CANCER   (JUNE 22 - JULY 23)

Have you been feeling a bit stuck and bored? Your world expands in marvelous ways beginning this week, Cancer. So feed your wanderlust through actual travel or expanded study. Any subject works. Anything that gets you out of your current mindset feeds your innate curiosity and feels refreshing and exciting.

 

LEO   (JULY 24 - AUGUST 23)

Something is heating up your love life, Leo. Fan the flames of passion and see how steamy things can get. There will be many discoveries and surprises as you progress. But throughout all of this wonder and excitement, be true to your heart and seek experiences and connections that really resonate with the inner you.

 

VIRGO   (AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 23)

There will be times now when you are especially attuned to certain relationships, Virgo. This means that you manage to better understand undertones and things left unsaid. Use this capability to strengthen the bonds or, maybe, let yourself go. Your ability to maneuver through even complicated partnerships is in top form.

 

LIBRA   (SEPTEMBER 24 - OCTOBER 23)

You feel especially energetic and robust now, especially if you focus and apply yourself in healthy activities such as exercise, stress reduction or diet. Even adopting a new pet has beneficial impact. Resolve to use this time to improve yourself, Libra, because even a small effort has dramatically wonderful results.

 

SCORPIO   (OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22)

Test the limits of your creativity, Scorpio. Your ability to conjure up something wonderful and imaginative from something dull has the potential to get you great attention. Anything fun or artistic not only showcases your talent but also attracts many new and delightful followers. The sky is the limit so party on.

 

SAGITTARIUS   (NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 22)

Family becomes a centerpiece in your life, Sagittarius. There are many occasions for you to host and be hosted. Find more ways to deepen the connections and develop greater understanding through close conversations. Even delving into genealogy will have its surprising and illuminating moments that you can share.

 

CAPRICORN   (DECEMBER 23 - JANUARY 20)

Your communication skills ramp up and become not only incisive but also wise and compelling. What do you have to share with others, Capricorn? This is a great time to share your thoughts and opinions with as many people as possible. Test a new theory. Explore a new avenue of self-knowledge that sharpens your mind.

 

AQUARIUS   (JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 19)

If you have been stressing about your finances, this is a good time to address your concerns. There is a range of possible improvement strategies that you successfully apply if you focus on the subject. Expand your knowledge in this area, Aquarius, and build up your fiscal acumen. Retirement may not be impossible.

 

PISCES   (FEBRUARY 20 - MARCH 20)

You shine, Pisces. Not only can you reach out and expand your personal persona, you have the uncanny ability to ascertain the best times to get out into the center of the crowd. Your fan base grows and your confidence flourishes. Find ways to accentuate your public “look” and showcase all of your considerable talents.

 

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

THE FIRST MERCURY RETROGRADE OF 2026

 


Astrologer Felissa Rose offers her views on the upcoming Mercury Retrograde. 

 

The planet Mercury is retrograde three times every year.   Sometimes the retrograde begins at the end of one year and ends in the next, but regardless of when it begins and ends it totals three times.   This year it starts on Thursday February 26th at 1:49 am EST when Mercury is at 22 degrees and 33 minutes of Pisces.   It turns direct and ends on Friday March 20th at 3:34 pm EDT with Mercury at 8 degrees 31 minutes in Pisces .

Whatever planetary body is retrograde it tends to slow down its effects, for retrograde energy tends to be internalized.  Mercury rules thoughts and communications, seeking to express them with clarity.   During the time it is retrograde  there is an increased inclination to think before speaking.  Many authors are born with this position, going over what they have written before expressing it outwardly.  Although it might not always be easy to do this, generally thinking first and expressing what one has been thinking about seems like a generally good idea.

As mentioned, Mercury deals with communications and ideas, seeking to express them clearly.  Pisces is a sensitive and emotional sign, often imaginative and dreamy.  When placed together when it is needed to be decisive, it’s easier to get distracted.  The sign  Pisces is ruled by the planet Neptune one of mists and fogs.  It is the higher octave of the planet Venus, one of beauty and personal love.  Neptune seeks a more spiritual form of love.   When Mercury is moving through the sign  one can be attracted to the spiritual side of their being, as well as the creative through music and art.                                                                        

While Mercury is retrograde it’s important to be careful with worldly things like important documents and contracts, as details are more likely to be overlooked.  Astrologically opposite signs are grounding and Virgo, ruler of details and nuances is the opposite one to Pisces. It would be grounding as well as stabilizing to go over things carefully, especially with paperwork.

Mercury rules mechanical parts, especially wires, circuits and tubes.  Mechanical and technological issues are more common during Mercury retrograde periods.   It would be better to be cautious when purchasing items such as cars, technology , electrical appliances  or any kind of electronics.   If you must make a purchase,  be sure you will be able to return it and get  your money back.                                                               

 Mercury retrograde periods are generally not the best time for medical exams or procedures as things can get overlooked.  Often issues arise with the parts of the body associated with the sign Mercury is moving through.  Pisces rules the feet, so  bunions, corns,  or discomfit with a new pair of shoes can manifest or be more noticeable.  Mercury also rules the nervous system.   Aches and pains in the nerves can also be more apparent during the time Mercury is retrograde. It’s helpful to find ways to express any discomfit, whether through exercise, massage, chiropractic or acupuncture treatment or even talking or writing about what is bothering you.   Hopefully you have connected to a practitioner of the treatments mentioned before the retrograde.  

So, spend time looking inward and being more introspective.   It’s favorable to go over past issues and events and if needed let them go.  The next Mercury retrogrades this year will be from June 29th to July 23rd and October 24th to November 13th.

 

 

 

 

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Horoscope for the Week of February 15, 2026

 


Saturn makes its move into Aries and propels us into action. Strategize and take careful steps forward to realize your full potential.

 

ARIES   (MARCH 21 - APRIL 20)

It is now time to really examine the impact of your impression on others, Aries. There may be some things you want to tweak and there are other things that you want to accentuate. Whatever you decide, test it out in careful steps. You now have the ability to make yourself into an entirely new successful persona.

 

TAURUS (APRIL 21-MAY 21)

Some secrets were meant to be revealed, Taurus. Doing this not only frees you from any restraints, it also enables you to take a few impressive steps forward in any area where you have felt uncertain. The feeling is liberating. So know that you have accumulated the right knowledge and now it is time to apply it.

 

GEMINI   (MAY 22 - JUNE 21)

Certain friendships have been in need of a reassessment, Gemini. But that doesn’t mean that you should cut ties. It can mean that more open communication and clearer expectations can prove successful and long lasting. Also find ways where you can expand your social circle. Sometimes it requires a new perspective.

 

CANCER   (JUNE 22 - JULY 23)

Turn your attention to your long range plans. There are aspects of it that require a dramatic pivot or a careful redirection. The thing is, your priorities have changed and what you wanted in the past may not conform to what you want now. Take the time to think about it, Cancer, and make the moves that get you there.

 

LEO   (JULY 24 - AUGUST 23)

If you have been feeling a bit hemmed in, this may be the time for you to expand your vision and experiences, Leo. Change is scary but also invigorating. There may be some trepidation as to which next steps you want to take but if you give yourself some time to think about it, you find the perfect pathway.

 

VIRGO   (AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 23)

What juices you, Virgo? Expect some thrills and spills as you reassess how to express the real you. The first step is to understand your motivations, your preferences and your comfort zone. As you process all of these feelings you make impressive gains in your self-knowledge and ultimately in your self-confidence.

 

LIBRA   (SEPTEMBER 24 - OCTOBER 23)

Turn your attention to how you best interact with others, Libra. Your sociable nature has brought you into many social orbits and interesting relationships. Now you need to take stock of which ones are the most beneficial and satisfying for you. As you proceed you find that variety is the spice of life. Expand your range.

 

SCORPIO   (OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22)

While it may not seem that exciting, concentrating on your wellness and health now has dramatic results. You seem to know what to do, Scorpio, to strengthen your core and feel more energized. Spend the time that is needed on this area of your life. The long term benefits prove to be pivotal and successful.

 

SAGITTARIUS   (NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 22)

Your creativity knows no bounds, Sagittarius. Any blockage or hesitancy are surmounted with a little more concentration and application of your past experiences and knowledge. It is time to put long deferred ideas into careful and deliberate action. Your ability to create a personal masterpiece is within your grasp.

 

CAPRICORN   (DECEMBER 23 - JANUARY 20)

The cosmos shines on you, Capricorn, especially around family gatherings or in your home surroundings. Do what you need to do to make your environment in sync with your sensibilities. There are more opportunities to create greater balance and beauty as the time progresses. Planning is essential to get the best results.

 

AQUARIUS   (JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 19)

Careful communication saves the day, Aquarius. You are able to find the right tone to get the most effective messaging out to the right people and find greater accord. So gather your best ideas as your mind percolates with potential. Before you know it you become a mighty spokesperson for any worthy cause.

 

PISCES   (FEBRUARY 20 - MARCH 20)

Have you developed a cogent and practical path for financial success, Pisces? If so, now is the time to implement it. If not, it’s a good time to start to form a successful strategy. You are thinking clearly and have the necessary tools to get it done. The secret to success is to do the hard work of research and discipline.

 

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