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Mercury in Pisces square Jupiter in Sagittarius at exactly 12:18 AM EDT where it began in applying degrees on March 30, 2019, it is exact today, and will last in separating degrees until April 20, 2019.

The Moon in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces at exactly 6:15 AM EDT. Lunar aspects have an 'orb of influence' of 12 to 14 hours 'before' and 'after' their exactness.

The Moon in Cancer trine Venus in Pisces at exactly 11:05 AM EDT. Lunar aspects have an 'orb of influence' of 12 to 14 hours 'before' and 'after' their exactness.

The Moon in Cancer opposing Saturn in Capricorn at exactly 11:05 AM EDT. Lunar aspects have an 'orb of influence' of 12 to 14 hours 'before' and 'after' their exactness.

Venus in Pisces sextile Saturn in Capricorn at exactly 11:08 AM EDT where it began in applying degrees on April 9, 2019, it is exact today, and will last in separating degrees until April 16, 2019.

The Moon in Cancer square the Sun in Aries at exactly 3:06 PM EDT. Lunar aspects have an 'orb of influence' of 12 to 14 hours 'before' and 'after' their exactness.

The Moon in Cancer opposing Pluto in Capricorn at exactly 4:00 PM EDT. Lunar aspects have an 'orb of influence' of 12 to 14 hours 'before' and 'after' their exactness.

The Moon in Cancer trine Mercury in Pisces at exactly 7:33 PM EDT. Lunar aspects have an 'orb of influence' of 12 to 14 hours 'before' and 'after' their exactness.

**NOTE -- The 'Quickie Daily Horoscope' is tailored to each Sun Sign, while the 'Extended Daily Horoscope' is just this page and is intended for all 12 Sun Signs to further and deepen your astrological study.

Side note - 'SOON' I would no longer be writing Expansive Natal Charts or Solar Returns. I don't know the date that I will pull the pin, but I do know that I will soon stop in order to give myself more time to pursue other writings, interests and opportunities that I am creating for myself.

This is the second day this week that we are experiencing a collection of lunar and major aspects all rolled into one day. On Wednesday, April 10 we experienced three (3) major aspects, Jupiter Retrograde and five (5) lunar aspects and today we experience two (2) major aspects and six (6) lunar aspects. It's crazy! Keep in mind that the five (5) major aspects combined between today and Wednesday are overlapping each other, so we are feeling all of it. But then again, you already knew this if you have been keeping up with the April 2019 Astro Memes. You may have also noticed we experience another major aspect tomorrow, Saturday, and two (2) major aspects on Sunday and another major aspect on Monday. Wow Wee! Whoever is having a birthday around all of these major aspects will have one helluva Solar Return for 2019 - 2020 because all of these major aspects from April 10th through April 15th are overlapping each other in energies.

This square is quite a challenge to say the least. Mercury naturally rules Gemini (the 3rd house) and Jupiter naturally rules Sagittarius (the 9th house). Gemini and Sagittarius are naturally opposing signs, which the 3rd and 9th houses are opposing each other. So not only do these two planets represent a natural opposition, they are squaring each other at a very sharp right 90 degree angle like someone sticking their elbow in your side and grinding it. Both Mercury and Jupiter rule the two signs of communication, talking, speaking, writing, publishing, traveling, transportation, learning and educating but at different levels. These two planets also rule learning, expression and moving about the locale, country or world at different levels.

Now remember that Jupiter will E-X-P-A-N-D whatever it touches and when it expands Mercury, then this results in grandiose and exaggerated thinking coupled with action. With this placement, remember the phrase, "Fools rush in where angels fear to tread." Notice from the picture where the guy thinks he is the one who can drive his car through a flood zone. This is the classic placement for grandiose thinking that is just too 'out there' for realization. There is a rush to action in an attempt to get projects accomplished that are just too far out of reach for your circumstances, talents, skills, capacity or time that is required. The rush to judgment shows a lack of planning, though, calculation and strategy, which are all qualities of Mercury. This aspect lacks common sense and screams USE YOUR HEAD! This is the classic placement for the person who lacks common sense and sound judgment. This placement also causes one to have an intellectually inflated ego. This is mental pride. There is excessive talking and bragging in a bombastic way with the intention of impressing others. The bombastic ways are inflated without any meaning. In other words, it's a lot of hot air (Jupiter). If you are wondering, no President Trump does not have Mercury square Jupiter.

During this crazy time of so many major aspects, we 'get to' experience Venus sextile Saturn, which means feminine (Venus) and masculine (Saturn) energies are getting along quite well together. When Saturn is involved, it means there is longevity and stability. So let's say a couple is getting married this weekend, this is a fabulous aspect to have as part of the wedding date, not to mention the upcoming major aspects on Saturday and Sunday. This aspect is wonderful for enduring marriage and commitment as it brings longevity, stability and solidarity to a couple. Saturn is naturally exalted in the sign of Libra; therefore, a sextile from Saturn to Venus which naturally rules Libra makes this an even more wonderful aspect. This aspect thinks in terms of the couple, rather than in terms of oneself. In a relationship, circumstance bring the two individual's together as a force for the Good of the couple, rather than as individuals. This aspect also makes one a bit frugal, or whoever handles money, they will do so with good judgment and skill. This also makes it a great time to get your business paperwork in order since this aspect is SUPER GREAT for entrepreneurs.

Emotionally speaking, this day 'can be' challenging because it has three (3) lunar aspects that put the male and female up against each other, but prayerfully the Venus sextile Saturn aspect will bring out the maturity in the couple since Saturn is involved. Saturn 'does not like' drama. That will piss off Saturn.

Communication efforts are better in the AM or later PM hours than in the middle of the day.

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