by Lisa McSherry

Mercury is currently retrograde, one of the three times this year that the planet will "turn backwards" for twenty-one to twenty-three days. That "backwards" energy influences things on Earth in ways both subtle and gross. Mercury retrograde periods are plagued by indecision, bad timing, delays, communication errors, and mechanical problems. Knowing when Mercury is retrograde can help us prepare, but how can we do more than just merely survive Mercury retorgrade periods and make them into something positive?

More on this topic:
  • How to Read a Lunar Return—Yours or Anyone’s
  • Living in Harmony with Lunar Cycles
  • The Moon: A Quick Gauge To Your Daily Emotional Barometer

by Llewellyn

Since 1905, Llewellyn’s Moon Sign Book has helped millions take advantage of the Moon’s dynamic energies. This essential planning tool can help you choose the best time to do almost anything: buy stock, get married, buy or sell your home, start a new job, travel, have surgery, and much more. With lunar timing tips on planting and harvesting and a guide to companion plants, this book is a gardener’s best friend.

In addition to New and Full Moon forecasts for the year, you’ll find insightful articles on 2013 eclipses and careers, moon goddess energy gardening, preserving your bounty, foraging for food, lunar fertility, and waxing Moon yardwork.

1. The Astrological Elements
     by Sally Cragin

2. Llewellyn's Complete Book of Astrology
     by Kris Brandt Riske, M.A.

3. All Around the Zodiac
     by Bil Tierney

4. Houses
     by Gwyneth Bryan

5. Tarot and Astrology
     by Corrine Kenner

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