The Moon is in Libra.- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Gibbous phase.
- The First Quarter Moon occurred on the 22nd, and the Full Moon will occur on April 29th.
- Mercury is in its post-retrograde shadow until May 3.
Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:
Aries
With the Moon in your partnership sector all day, you can be particularly interested in keeping the peace, dear Aries, but it can be challenging and perhaps exhausting to reach a compromise with the Moon in challenging aspect to Mars and Pluto. Try your best not to get caught up in who’s right and who’s wrong. It may be better to walk away and let it go. This can also be a time when you feel overwhelmed by career matters but can’t quite pull yourself away, either! As the day moves forward, you are less distracted and more able to focus and prioritize. You can thoroughly enjoy finding practical ways to make yourself feel secure. Mechanical, business, and financial matters can thrive as a result. Thinking more about long-term security than immediate needs can help you develop excellent plans and strategies.
Taurus
With the Moon again in your solar sixth house all day, dear Taurus, you can feel particularly sensitive to imbalances in your environment. You can feel compelled to tidy up or handle small problems. However, distractions can be significant, particularly personal interests. As the day advances, you’re likely to want to make some changes that help you simplify and strengthen your life, and this demands a little more deliberation and concentration. The focus is on keeping your life running smoothly, and you’re willing to put in the extra effort towards those ends. This is due to the stabilizing, practical energy of the Sun in your sign in harmony with Saturn which will also carry forward into tomorrow.
Gemini
The desire to have fun and enjoy yourself is strong again today, dear Gemini, although you can have a lot on your mind, particularly related to relationship dynamics and money. It’s better to weigh your options rather than force major decisions with these things today. It can be a challenge to reach an agreement with competing drives. As the day advances, though, a Sun-Saturn trine comes into influence, and committing yourself to solid goals can be just what you need to get out of a funk. You might choose to further business or financial goals, particularly on a research and analysis level. Accepting emotional or intimate matters for what they are aids planning and decision-making, as you don’t feel caught up in a world of fantasy and uncertainty.
Cancer
The Moon spends another day in your home and family sector, dear Cancer, encouraging the need for comfort, safety, and familiarity. Again today, relationship matters can distract you and keep you on the edge of your seat. Try to keep your expectations of others (and yourself) reasonable today. As the day advances, you can find it easier to commit yourself to the moment. You become more aware of your priorities and can feel right about meeting them as the Sun and Saturn move towards a harmonious aspect. People in your life or a relationship goal encourage you to focus on what’s most important. The ability to rely on a friend or partner is comforting, or a sense that you are working towards the same goals with someone special can subtly enhance a bond. You are in need of a bit more order in your life.
Leo
The Moon spends another day in your communications sector, dear Leo. While this transit inclines you to keep things light and play with different ideas, there can be some real distractions again today that prevent you from taking things easy. Avoid getting too worked up about what others are doing or thinking, and try to keep personal and work matters separate. Obligations can eat up quite a bit of your day, so aim to clear up your duties as they tend to hang in your aura if you don’t. As the day advances, you’re more likely to come down to earth and enjoy the process. When Saturn is in the picture, reality hits, but when it’s forming an easy aspect to the Sun as it is now, we generally feel good about getting ourselves (or our lives) into order. A commitment to make improvements comes easily now. Relationships seem to benefit from this as well, as there is less inner turmoil affecting your interactions. Tonight and tomorrow, you can be looking particularly good in the eyes of those in a position of authority. Look for ways to streamline and simplify your life in your daily routines.
Virgo
You are seeking out comfort and some predictability again today, dear Virgo, with the Moon in your solar second house all day. Once again, though, there can be plenty of interference to deal with. Worries and fears may undermine decision-making in the first half of the day. Others’ expectations can weigh on your mind, and if you assign them too much importance, it can be difficult to unwind. Do your best not to overthink things. As the day advances, you’ll see the benefits of focusing on priorities, and the process comes far more easily with the Sun and Saturn approaching harmony. Creative endeavors might benefit from tweaks and edits. There could be a pleasing sense of loyalty and stability in a relationship or a feeling of strength with your convictions. You can enjoy making long-term plans today.
Libra
The Moon spends another day in your sign, dear Libra, and your emotional needs and personal plans are once again on the front burner. However, you may not always discover easy channels for expressing yourself in the first half of the day. In fact, you may find yourself in between others’ dilemmas, whether this is about mediating or overthinking problems. Pressures from family may figure strongly. As the day advances, you’ll find it far easier to prioritize and focus. Tonight and tomorrow are reliable for getting organized and simplifying or downsizing, particularly around the home. Uncertainty tends to disappear at least for the time being, and this feels good. It can be a good time to look into financial support or to research significant purchases. Feeling organized and top of things smooths out your mood.
Scorpio
The Moon spends another day in your privacy sector, dear Scorpio, emphasizing the need to unwind, but it’s easier said than done today! Social drama or your own compelling ambitions are likely the main culprits. There is a part of you that wants to escape and another part that is worried or feeling guilty. As the day advances, you’ll find that you’re far less divided. There could be an opportunity to repair or strengthen a relationship with a sibling or family member, to improve a close partnership, to commit to a learning program, or to work on a long-term goal. Tonight and tomorrow, having your feet on the ground and being productive are most satisfying states with the Sun trine Saturn.
Sagittarius
The Moon spends another day in your social sector, dear Sagittarius, and this transit prompts a desire to let go of pressures and unwind in good company. However, a need to be frugal, a reminder of a responsibility or ambition, or a feeling of missing out could undercut your good mood at times in the first half of the day. A situation may arise today that requires cutting your losses so that you can move on. As the day advances, you’ll find it easy to focus on priorities and feel right for doing so. You can benefit from restructuring and organizing your life, particularly when it comes to health routines, financial matters, and your work or projects. You might find ways to improve the management of your material resources. The primary key to success tonight and tomorrow involves accepting limitations instead of fighting them. It can feel good to have a healthy and realistic idea of what to expect.
Capricorn
The Moon spends another day in your solar tenth house, dear Capricorn, and you can feel strongly about handling your work or obligations. However, it can be challenging to turn all of your attention to your goals when personal matters seem to occupy much of your time. You may be struggling with a fear of missing out when you apply your energies to the tasks at hand. A lot is on your mind today, and you’re inclined to juggle different topics, worries, and concerns, making concentration on priorities a real challenge now. As the day moves forward, however, you turn this mood on its head. A Sun-Saturn trine comes into play, and you’re more inclined to see where your priorities lie. This transit improves your desire to reason things through, making it easier to accept responsibilities or limits. Channel energy constructively by working on something that you gives you special pride – something that’s totally worth it!
Aquarius
Responsibilities or worries can eat up some of your time again today, dear Aquarius, but you’re in generally good spirits and can rise above these interruptions. It’s not easy to come to the point of clarity on any one thing in the first half of the day with so much that you’re juggling right now, so aim to do your best with what you have and sort things through one step at a time. As the day advances, you come into your own. A Sun-Saturn trine comes into influence, helping you to see your priorities and focus on what’s truly important. This is an excellent time to work on paring down and letting go on emotional levels and the home front, as well. Small changes made now will bring great rewards down the road. You tend to feel supported or confident about your general direction now. Downtime is vital to all of this, so be sure to find ways to catch up on rest.
Pisces
Imbalances can be a focal point in the first half of the day, dear Pisces. However, try to avoid staying in a state of limbo and instead work on problem areas. Tensions might arise with someone over issues of sharing or power dynamics, and timing in your relationships can be a little off right now. You need some extra time to yourself, although you can struggle with a fear of missing out on a social level. Fortunately, as the day moves forward, energies are strong for prioritizing. Teamwork can be successful and beneficial. People tend to recognize your strength and wisdom. This is a time for giving and receiving solid advice, some of it coming from within. Listen to your inner voice and open your heart to others’ wisdom, as well. A Sun-Saturn aspect helps you gain practical benefits from your experiences now.
* Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign (and you know your birth time), you can look it up here.
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Astrology of Today – The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts:
Planet Color Key: The longer the bar, the slower the aspecting planet and the longer the duration of the planet’s transit.
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Libra
Description: The Moon in Libra
This is a time for seeking out balance, harmony, and peace. It’s also a time to express emotions gracefully, diplomatically, and considerately. There could be a stronger focus on a relationship, partner, or potential partner. The ability to see both sides of a situation or story is a positive, but indecision can be a byproduct. This is a sociable, artistic Moon.
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 0:46 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Mer
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Mercury
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 1:23 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Neptune
We could be feeling out of sorts. We are especially sensitive to subtle planes, but may not be able to make sense of what we perceive. We could be impractical just for now.
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 2:29 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Pal
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Pallas
There is a good ability to successfully combine logic and intuition, and to understand problems taking into account the human element. There is sensitivity to people’s issues now. Cooperation. Effective, sensitive decision making.
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 8:17 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Pal
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Pallas
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 8:20 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ven
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Venus
We can feel a little out of sorts. Our needs for pleasure, love, or entertainment may be at odds with our needs for comfort and familiarity, and we can be on the fence about what to do next. Overspending or overeating is possible.
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 8:25 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Chi
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Chiron
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 11:18 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Pluto
Deeper feelings emerge suddenly, and possibly in a disruptive way. We may be over-reacting or going to extremes. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 1:16 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Mars
We can overreact and exhibit impatience. However, this can also be a time of self-motivation. Our need for challenges and action is stimulated now, but we may not find the right outlets.
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 5:50 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Qnx Ves
Description: Transiting Venus Quincunx Transiting Vesta
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 4:12 am
Event: Tr-Tr Chi Cpl Pal
Description: Transiting Chiron ContraParallel Transiting Pallas
Date & Time: Apr 28 2018 3:44 am
Event: Tr-Tr Jun Cnj Ari
Description: Transiting Juno Entering Aries
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac
ARIES STRONG
Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.
TAURUS STRONG
Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.
LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
Today’s Elemental Balance
EARTH STRONG
We are especially in touch with the physical world. We consider what we’ve learned and experienced in the past in order to make the most of the present. We can be cautious, practical, and possibly unimaginative. We are deliberate and can pace ourselves well. We need hands-on experience and are not impressed with theory as much as we are with results. Routines are tolerable and comforting.
WATER WEAK
There may be some insensitivity or lack of empathy now. We may be out of touch with what we’re feeling or with our emotional needs. We may be tougher than usual now, and more inclined to follow mental or practical considerations than we are to listen to our intuition.
Today’s Modal Balance
CARDINAL STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges, and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
Today’s Lunar Phase
LUNAR PHASE: GIBBOUS
Moon 135 to 180 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are looking to attach value and meaning to our goals. This is a time for analyzing, questioning, perfecting, and improving.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on April 28th:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected–or will perfect–in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours so that if an aspect involving the Moon is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).
**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).
THE MOON
THE MOON IN LIBRA
We are focused on our relationships, and finding balance, peace, and harmony in our personal environment under this influence.
22ND DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Renal veins
Sabian Symbol: A child giving birds a drink at a fountain.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE MARS Orb 0°40′ Applying
We may be short-tempered and impatient, and can express our emotions in a raw, unpolished manner. We can resent others’ interference now.
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 7°24′ Applying
We can be moody, swinging between wanting to belong and wanting to be different or independent. We can feel a little off-balance if schedules and people around us are unpredictable or changing; or, we are restless with the usual routine and want to create some kind of stir.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 0°22′ Separating
Unacknowledged feelings can emerge in possibly disruptive ways. We may be acting in compulsive or possessive ways now.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN TAURUS
You are a reliable and solid individual. You have a strong need for stable routine and security. You can be stubborn. Others can rely on your down-to-earth nature.
9TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Jugular veins
Sabian Symbol: A christmas tree decorated.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
TRINE SATURN Orb 0°44′ Applying
We are taking pride in our responsibilities or performance. This can be a time of steady progress and increased self-discipline. We are more inclined to humble ourselves to authority or good advice, and tend to employ traditional methods.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN ARIES
You are an independent thinker. You talk quickly, and like to think up new ideas. You may experience flashes of intuition.
12TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Tongue
Sabian Symbol: A flock of wild geese.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SQUARE SATURN Orb 2°23′ Separating
Critical thinking that can skew to overly negative, rigid, nit-picky, or narrow. Communications are guarded and unnatural, not flowing. There can be delays or frustrations getting from point A to point B, and getting our message across. A time for editing.
VENUS
VENUS IN GEMINI
You are curious and flirtatious, and enjoy intellectual relationships with exchanges of ideas. Communicating within a relationship is important to you. You can be restless, and sometimes gets bored. You may have many money-making schemes.
5TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Upper left pulmonary lobe
Sabian Symbol: A radical magazine displays a sensational front page.
MARS
MARS IN CAPRICORN
You will pursue your personal desires in a responsible and methodical manner. You have strong ambitions, and may be domineering if threatened.
23RD DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Muscle insertions of upper to lower legs
Sabian Symbol: Two awards for bravery in war.
ASPECTS OF MARS
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 1°03′ Separating
You are resourceful and have a pool of enormous energy available when needed. You also have strong desires and a volcanic temper.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN SCORPIO
You are on an intense search for the truth. You have strong desires for sexual union and joint enterprises. You could be a transformative teacher.
20TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Ligaments of penis, Bartholin’s glands
Sabian Symbol: A woman drawing two dark curtains aside.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 3°51′ Applying
You are artistic and may also be religious. You have a need to help others and may feel you have a calling. You have the ability to inspire other people’s talents as well.
SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 1°37′ Separating
You have a chance to achieve a great deal. Your knowledge is broad as you are interested in so many things. You may make a career in the occult or studying the deepest mysteries of life.
SATURN
SATURN IN CAPRICORN
Conservation, moderation, definition, structure, simplicity, and realism are themes now. We might also be striving for more authority in a particular area of our lives now. This is a time for making clear choices and decisions, for weeding out what isn’t working for us, and for letting go of lost causes, particularly related to our life path choices, careers, and long-term goals. (from December 19, 2017, to March 21, 2020; and then from July 1 to December 17, 2020).
10TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right cruciate ligaments
Sabian Symbol: An albatross feeding from the hand of a sailor.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010, to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011, to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018, to March 6, 2019).
30TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Parotid gland
Sabian Symbol: A duck pond and its brood.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)
16TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Cruciate ligaments of right foot
Sabian Symbol: In a quite moment, the flow of inspiration.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).
22ND DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Muscle insertions of upper to lower legs
Sabian Symbol: A general accepting defeat gracefully.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree
CHIRON
CHIRON IN ARIES
Your sense of being has been violated in some way and you may fear asserting yourself. You may also over-compensate by attempting to be the first at everything. Physically you may suffer head wounds. You may become a pioneer in a way which will be of service to humanity.
1ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cerebrum
Sabian Symbol: A woman has risen out of the ocean, a seal is embracing her.
VESTA IN CAPRICORN
You place importance on structure and order in the workplace. You have great discipline and personal ambition and can succeed in administrative and management positions. Workers will turn to you for a sense of stability and authority.
5TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of knee
Sabian Symbol: People rowing a canoe and dancing a war dance.
PALLAS IN GEMINI
You have a keen mind able to grasp many concepts. Therefore you are adept both in written and spoken language.
17TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: First rib
Sabian Symbol: The head of a youth changes into that of a mature thinker.
JUNO IN ARIES
You need freedom within your relationships and may become impatient if this is denied. If you do not express your own need for independence you may attract a dominant partner.
1ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cerebrum
Sabian Symbol: A woman has risen out of the ocean, a seal is embracing her.
CERES
CERES IN LEO
You feel cared for when other people play with you and praise you. You like to show others you care for them by encouraging their creative talents and sense of fun.
10TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Jugular vein
Sabian Symbol: Early morning dew.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN LEO
This a quest to develop your inner strength. You may find that you experience times of loneliness. These times are part of your lesson to forge your own creative life in order to give generously to the world.
11TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Subclavian veins
Sabian Symbol: Children on a swing in a huge oak tree.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN AQUARIUS
This a quest to develop your inner strength. You may find that you experience times of loneliness. These times are part of your lesson to forge your own creative life in order to give generously to the world.
11TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right cruciate ligaments
Sabian Symbol: A man tete-a-tete with his inspiration.
**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on April 28, 2018.**
Aspects to Sun 08°Ta18 +14°16′
Cnj 07°Ta54 HAMAL To follow one’s own path
Cnj 08°Ta01 SCHEDIR The Queen, female power.
Aspects to Jup 19°Sc39 -16°25′
Cnj 19°Sc37 ZUBEN ELSCHEMALI– Negative social reform
Aspects to Sat 09°Cp03 -22°14′
Cnj 08°Cp33 FACIES — Ruthlessness or the victim.
Aspects to Nep 15°Pi47 -06°27′
Cnj 15°Pi33 ACHERNAR Risk of rapid endings.
Aspects to Chi 00°Ar35 +03°22′
Cnj 29°Pi37 SCHEAT To be a thinker or intellect
Aspects to Pal 16°Ge37 -03°19′
Cnj 17°Ge04 RIGEL ** To bring knowledge to others.
Aspects to Jun 00°Ar09 +00°56′
Cnj 29°Pi37 SCHEAT To be a thinker or intellect
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