August 2008 Astrology Column

Mary Swick
Feng Shui Consultant & Astrologer

Embrace ideas, concepts and activities which best define your personality. Use the blended art of Astrology and Feng Shui to maximize the creativity of this month's solar and lunar eclipse.


Cancer - (June 22 - July 22) 2nd 8th
Expect light-bulb moments of financial clarity. Excess will be identified. Re-direct new found monies into priority projects. Budgets, financial goals and banking issues will need attention. Apply a Feng Shui cure by placing nine one-dollar bills in the refrigerator.

Leo - (July 23 - August 23) 1st 7th
Normal behavior and blending in is over-rated. Get back in touch with your dreams. Audiences, work groups and friends love uniqueness.Make relationship decisions based on what you see, rather than what you are told. Place a mirror on the East wall for clarity in relationships.

Virgo - (August 24 - September 22) 12th 6th
Spiritual or woo-woo events will be beneficial. Place focus on listening over talking. Coax loved ones to share their feelings in casual settings. Expect a miracle or breakthrough. The workplace will be in flux. Set an angel in the Southeast for inner guidance.

Libra - (September 23 - October 23) 11th 5th
Be prepared to take center stage. Opportunities to stand out and apart will be given in groups. Expect camaraderie and fun! Help a child reach their potential. Home is still not settled. Hang a chime in the Southeast for financial support.

Scorpio - (October 24 - November 22) 10th 4th
Recognition will be received and responsibility will be rewarded. Insure the reviews are favorable by handling home maintenance issues around the front door. (Yes, they are related) A series of small steps will take you further than one leap of faith.

Sagittarius - (November 22 - December 21) 9th 3rd
Embrace freedom with walking shoes, travel or a learning curve. Here lies an opportunity to get smarter. Extra responsibilities and absent men will flatter your reputation. Place a red flag or pot in the Southwest for knowledge.

Capricorn - (December 22 - January 20) 8th 2nd
New beginnings come with endings. Shed a tear and focus on the next chapter. Financial assistance will ease present circumstances. Place a semi-precious stone in the Southwest corner and set the intention of prosperity.

Aquarius - (January 21 - February 18) 7th 1st
Clarity in relationships will be received. Review every relationship and ask yourself, "What am I learning? Unstable personalities will continue to complicate mundane matters. Hang a crystal in the West for protection from negative personalities.

Pisces - (February 18 - March 20) 6th 12th
Anticipate changes at work. Flexibility will be required or demanded. Place a vibrant plant in the Northwest for fortitude. This is an ideal time to address health matters. Pick up the phone and schedule health exams.

Aries - (March 21 - April 20) 5th 11th
Extra time may be devoted to stroking a man's ego or encouraging a child. Both will overcome obstacles with assistance. Work groups and social circles will be in flux. Place a picture of a mentor or idol in the Northwest.

Taurus - (April 21 - May 20) 4th 10th
Plan for extra time at home or with family. Grounding yourself with simple domestic tasks will support a breakthrough in career later in the month. Wash the front door with the intention of attracting new opportunities.

Gemini - (May 21 - June 21) 3rd 9th
Take a breather and focus on the mental. You have been on a helpful binge of de-toxing, de-cluttering and letting go. Sign up for a class, write a blog or read a book. Place a stone or quartz in the Northeast with the intention of educational opportunities.

Mary Swick, The Feng Shui Lady, is an astrologer and Feng Shui consultant in Las Vegas. She can reached at www.maryswick.com 702-339-9207