Leo, the lion in the heart of Summer, allows all of us to treasure our childlike appreciation of sun and light and fun. The sign of Leo is perfectly placed, both astrologically and culturally, to appreciate this season. The fortunate planet, Jupiter, is allowing all of us to design the festive summer that we want.

The messenger, Mercury, continues reversing until the beginning of August, in his efforts to untangle unresolved family issues. Approaching everyone with consideration makes this process smoother. Place your focus on harvests, parties and adventures with family and friends.

Aries- This summer is designed for you, Aries. Your fiery enthusiasm for life is augmented by the romantic Sun in Leo and fortunate Jupiter in Sagittarius, allowing you to activate all three of the fire signs. Visualize the future that you want, apply your efforts and you will blossom.

Taurus- Patio parties and yummy mouth-watering meals are party of your future as the Sun enters the sign of the mountain lion. You will have a lion’s share of adventures ahead. You have established the clear boundaries that you need, so you know who to invite into your life.

Gemini- The lively twins are enlivened by the sign of Leo. Let’s analyze your ruler, reversing in Cancer, until the start of August. This is a fine time to carefully provide your family members with the attention that they need from you. Remember to also nurture yourself as well.

Cancer- Start designing the future that you want and nourish it with care. The messenger of the stars, Mercury, is reversing in your sign until the start of August, allowing you to look backward at where you have been. With discrimination, you can choose companions to join you in life.

Leo- Leo pounces! The majestic ruler of the entire zodiac, Leo the lion, now rules the kingdom. The height of Summer has arrived. The Sun is your guide and really treasures being in your sign.  Enjoy travel with people who are priorities in your life, knowing that the summer is a gift.

Virgo- The year 2020 will be a year with 20/20 vision for Virgo. Currently, you have the opportunity to develop the foundations in career and in relationships that will propel you into next year. Design a vision board, mentally or in reality, for what you want to see in your future.

Libra- Fortunately, you are expert in balancing the corners of your life and relationships with people around you. Career continues to have its demands, as do relatives and family members. One solution to making this all more amenable would be to design charming summer outings.

Scorpio- Your public persona is one that you have artfully designed over the course of your life. This powerful projection will allow you to glide through your busy summer. With strength of character, you can achieve your goals as well as smoothly connect with friends and family.

Sagittarius- Fortunate Jupiter continues in your sign until December. This large planet prefers visiting your sign and is ready, willing and able to increase your life in his favorite areas – traveling, study, writing and physical activities. Move with the stars and expand your life.

Capricorn- The mountain goats salute the mountain lions. With the lord of lessons, Saturn, and the lord of transformation, Pluto, in your sign, you are listening intently to the lions of summer, who are reminding you that the children are leading the way into sun and light and fun.

Aquarius- Active, attractive and in demand, Aquarius is now the social sign for the month ahead.  Leo the lion is holding court in the stars. The mountain lion is your opposite sign of partnerships. Both business and social events are favored; arrange for connections with people you admire.

Pisces- The lions bring in the heart of summer. Balance the themes of one of your hardest working months in the zodiac with the core requirements of Leo, who wants festive appreciation for the temporary pleasures of sunlight and taking time to enjoy the fragrance of the wildflowers.

Karen Anderson is available for readings at 303-258-7258.