The gentle essence of Virgo calms the planet. The Lady of the Stars assuages all the animals of the zodiac. The Sun in serene Virgo blends with innovative Uranus in Taurus and transformative Pluto in Capricorn to em­power collaborative alchemy.

The goddess asteroids are now balanc­ing the gods of the astrological realm. Dedi­cated Vesta, who brings personal integration, is connected with Virgo. Vesta is now in Li­bra, expert in partnerships, guiding us as we maintain clean boundaries with firm respect for both ourselves and others.

Aries- The vibrant Sun, clever Mercury and vital Mars, your planetary guide, are joined in the rational sign of Virgo, activating the portion of your stars that speaks of health, exercise and balanced energy fields. Enjoy bodywork, bike with friends, and have fresh summer salads.

Taurus- The current sign of the zodiac, Virgo, produces clear visions of the reality you want to design. She works well with you. Ura­nus, who prompts sudden changes, is visiting you, and Virgo will soothe the circumstances in your life as you arrange your life to your bidding.

Gemini- The harvest asteroid Ceres is in Gemini, bringing the bounty of the land as well as a plenitude of ideas and knowledge. You find ingenuity arising in your life and chil­dren returning to school are invigorated by ideas and innovative technologies arise for our beloved planet.

Cancer- The Moon Children develop workable strategies under the rational direc­tion of Virgo, making plans that can happen in the world. You are fascinated by communi­cating your ideas to others in a clear manner, with respect for both your ideas and those of others around you.

Leo- The mystical sphinx, designed with the body of a lion and the head of a woman, serves as the transition symbol as you end your birthday cycle. The Lady, Virgo, brings jurisprudence to your lively leonine self as she helps you implement your birthday wishes and your dreams.

Virgo- Happy Birthday to you, Virgo. Two of the big movers in the stars are in the oth­er two earth signs, ready to invigorate your plans for the year ahead. Uranus in Taurus is an earth mover, replete with Aquarian ideas. Pluto in Capricorn can redo your website and career world.

Libra- Venus, your ruler and the social di­rector of the stars, joins with dedicated Vesta in your sign to design end of the summer events for you and your children and your friends. Vesta brings the dedication that you need as you optimize wellness in your life both physically and mentally.

Scorpio- Scorpio summarizes the sum­mer as the Sun enters soothing serene Virgo. You look back over the past few months and prepare for the months to come. The future beckons to you, beguiling you with siren songs of scenes to unfold under your expert and profound direction.

Sagittarius- Juno, the divine consort, now in Sagittarius, reveals that sharing visions and concrete ideas with your partner allows your life to blossom. The establishment of clear boundaries infuses our life with respect both for ourselves and others as we move forward toward the fall.

Capricorn- Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn are the earth signs who are the expert team for making things happen. Taurus brings in­novation to the table, Virgo brings dedication and your sign, with the power of Pluto wield­ing transformation, brings the symbol of the Capricornucopeia.

Aquarius- Jupiter and Saturn thrilled us over the Winter Solstice when they joined to­gether as one bright glorious star, leading us into an Aquarian future wherein innovations will address our planetary issues. Now these two are back again, just when we need their expert guidance.

Pisces- Virgo is your balance beam of support with practical applications for your crystal revelations. Your opposite sign of partnerships is now in the center of the stars with planetary support for influx of inno­vative ideas and compassionate connections with those around us.

Karen Anderson is available for readings on the weekend at Blue Owl Books in Ned­erland. You can reach her at 720-258-5853.