On 1 February Saturn clashes with Pluto (as it did on 16 November 2009, and will be repeated on 21 August), that could see you taking chances with an investment or even a speculative venture. This is actually the time to play it safe with any of the ideas that may captivate you at this time. Your sense of fun may also be diminished and you take on a more serious attitude to life that may tend to drag you down.

On 7 February Jupiter, forms a helpful link to Pluto which may bring an enormous financial gain due to the success of a joint investment project, or from the wise decisions of your beloved. This may enable you to pursue a new career doing exactly what you are gifted for with a lucrative pay packet.

Saturn is currently in Libra and occupies your sector of romance, children, creativity, speculation and the pleasures of life, and will remain this area up until 8 April. These areas may be productive of onerous obligations and duties that seem to wear you down. Your level of creativity may be at an all time low, so pace yourself accordingly. While in the retrograde phase (13 January till 30 May) this can seem particularly depressive, though it can give you a second chance to become more aware of what your real responsibilities are. During the direct phase of this planet (from 1 until 13 January and again from 30 May until next year) you will be able to do what you have to do with more of a smile on your face.

On 8 April Saturn re-enters Virgo and your sector of home and family matters and your early upbringing and remains in this are up until 22 July 2010. This may be a time when you make a major purchase of a home and property that could obligate you for several years to come. It can also mean that the responsibilities of home ownership seem heavy and associated with too many burdens. A family member, especially an elderly one, may come to stay with you. During the retrograde phase (13 January till 30 May) you can sit back and perhaps see why you have chosen this time to be so tied down to your home. During the direct phase (from 1 until 13 January and again from 30 May until next year) you will come to realize that this was the foundation you had to lay for your future security.

On 27 April Saturn opposes Uranus (as it did on 15 September 2009). This can be a difficult time not only in your personal and home life, but also in your career aims. You may find that onerous obligations on the home front impede your success and goals at this time. You may be required to look after someone elderly or who is confined to your home base and this will take its toll on you unless you find ways to alleviate your stress levels.

On 23 May Jupiter opposes Saturn (and this will be repeated on 17 August. Just when you thought you had your home-life and career aims all balanced out nicely, along comes another hurdle to jump. Just be aware that, in reality, your home-life is the most important part of your life and the backbone upon which your career needs for support.

Uranus, the planet of change, currently occupies your sector of career, reputation, status and how you are seen in the eyes of the world, and remains in this area up until 28 May. This often brings huge changes to where you are in terms of your position in life and can offer unpredictable leaps and bounds up the ladder of success. During the retrograde phase (5 July to 6 December) it may seem that the changes are coming at you thick and fast so this can be a hectic time when you feel you cannot cope with so much going on. During the direct phase (1 January to 5 July and again 6 December to sometime in 2011) these changes will feel more comfortable and convince you that you are now on the most appropriate path.

On 28 May Uranus enters Aries and your sector of friends, hopes, wishes and any groups or committees that you belong to, and remains in this area up until 14 August. This long range transit can bring you in touch with people who are different in terms of what is considered ‘normal’. These people often occupy positions that are unusual or do not work the nine to five drill, such as astronauts, aviators, astrologers and people in television. During the retrograde phase (5 July to 6 December) you will notice that your friends have changed or that you are moving into very different circles. During the direct phase (1 January to 5 July and again 6 December to sometime in 2011) you will become enlightened by these people and the radical difference they have made to your life.

On 7 June Jupiter enters Aries and your sector of friends, hopes, wishes and any groups or committees that you belong to and remains in this sector up until 7 June 2010. You will undoubtedly involve yourself with far more people in your social circle than ever before, some of whom may be well-travelled, far more experienced than yourself and have a jovial attitude to life.

On 8 June Jupiter forms a close link with Uranus (this aspect is also repeated on 19 September). This could clearly see you achieving one of your cherished goals. An opportunity may literally drop in your lap via a friend or connected to a group you belong to, that will bring great excitement into your life.

On 22 July Saturn re-enters Libra and your sector of and romance, children, creativity, speculation and the pleasures of life, and will remain in this area for the next two years. These areas may be productive of onerous obligations and duties that seem to wear you down. Your level of creativity may be at an all time low, so pace yourself accordingly. While in the retrograde phase ( 13 January till 30 May) this can seem particularly depressive, though it can give you a second chance to become more aware of what your real responsibilities are. During the direct phase of this planet (from 1 until 13 January and again from 30 May until next year) you will be able to do what you have to do with more of a smile on your face.

On 25 July Jupiter clashes with Pluto (and will be repeated again on 3 August). There may be some conflict of opinion over joint or shared finances that gets out of control at the moment. Be as fair as you can and if necessary seek legal help to untangle a web of intrigue that may surround your current finances, especially if this concerns a friend or a group that you belong to.

On 27 July Saturn opposes Uranus (as it did on 27 April). This can be a difficult time not only in your personal and home life, but also in your career aims. You may find that onerous obligations on the home front impede your success and goals at this time. You may be required to look after someone elderly or who is confined to your home base and this will take its toll on you unless you find ways to alleviate your stress levels.

On 3 August Jupiter clashes with Pluto (as it did on 25 July). There may be some conflict of opinion over joint or shared finances that gets out of control at the moment. Be as fair as you can and if necessary seek legal help to untangle a web of intrigue that may surround your current finances, especially if this concerns a friend or a group that you belong to.

On 14 August Uranus re-enters Pisces and your sector of career, reputation, status and how you are seen in the eyes of the world, and remains in this area up until early 2011. This often brings huge changes to where you are in terms of your position in life and can offer unpredictable leaps and bounds up the ladder of success. During the retrograde phase (5 July to 6 December) it may seem that the changes are coming at you thick and fast so this can be a hectic time when you feel you cannot cope with so much going on. During the direct phase (1 January to 5 July and again 6 December to sometime in 2011) these changes will feel more comfortable and convince you that you are now on the most appropriate path.

On 17 August Jupiter opposes Saturn (as it did on 23 May). However, this time it is involving different signs and sectors. It may prove challenging to hold onto your hopes and dreams due to pressure either from your beloved or involving a child. Rest assured the Universe wants you to be happy, so give yourself permission to enjoy a little leisure time with those near and dear to you.

On 21 August Saturn clashes with Pluto (as it did on 1 February), that could see you taking chances with an investment or even a speculative venture. This is actually the time to play it safe with any of the ideas that may captivate you at this time. Your sense of fun may also be diminished and you take on a more serious attitude to life that may tend to drag you down.

On 9 September Jupiter re-enters Pisces and your sector of career, status, reputation and how you are seen in the eyes of the world and remains in this area until some time in 2011. This gives you the most fortunate opportunities to achieve whatever your career ambitions are. You will be aided by those wiser and more experienced than yourself and you will enjoy the recognition that accompanies this new journey in life.

On 19 September Jupiter forms a close alliance with Uranus (as it did on 8 June). This could clearly see you achieving one of your cherished goals. An opportunity may literally drop in your lap via a friend or connected to a group you belong to, that will bring great excitement into your life.

Neptune the planet of mystery, will continue to occupy your sector of travel, higher education, studies and connections to foreign people or places. This can be an interesting time where your mind and imagination are stimulated to a very high degree. It is a fabulous time to write a book where your creative talents are put to good use. However, it can also cloud your mind with imaginary thoughts that are not based in reality. During the retrograde phase (31 May to 7 November) you are perhaps in a more reflective mode of thought than at other times. During the direct phase (1 January to 31 May and again from 7 November till sometime next year) you will be able to conjure up anything you can imagine and put this to good use through art, music or writing.

Pluto, the transformer of the zodiac will now occupy your sector of wills, legacies, the goods of the deceased, loans, your partner’s income or any other shared resource. There is often a major shift in consciousness and the understanding of what is the truth of our lives during this very long transit of many years duration. During the retrograde phase (6 April to 14 September) you may notice that you are observant of all that is going on around you and try to come to grips with the realities of life and death. A transformation of attitude is possible and during the direct phase (1 January to 6 April and again from 14 September till sometime next year) you may come to a complete change in your understanding of the complexities of life, and this can also indicate an inheritance.