Leo Forecast for 2012
"The secret of a happy marriage is finding the right person. You know they're right if you love to be with them all of the time."
Julia Child (Aug. 15, 1912 - Aug. 13, 2004)
A Look at 2012
What can Canada expect in 2012?
Experts in different fields will make their predictions but an astrologer will look at the chart of Canada. "Chart of Canada?" you ask.
Yes, indeed. This is an astrological chart based on the birthday of Canada, July 1, 1867, which, according to an eye witness was completed at 12:05 p.m. (This was 91 years after the US Declaration of Independence in 1776, and two years after Lincoln was assassinated.)
One can look at the chart of a country in the same way one can look at the chart of a person. Canada's chart reveals a compassionate, caring country, eager to please and loath to offend. (Yup, Mr. Nice Guy: the reputation we have traditionally held in the world.) But as each year goes by -- tick-tock, tick-tock -- our charts change by one degree per year. This is why even though our essential character remains the same, with the passage of time, our style changes.
Canada will always have a nice-guy image, but these progressed charts (changing one degree per year) will occur. The last one took place in 1981, after the Trudeau era ended. Since 1981, we have slowly assumed a tougher, more aggressive image, or at least we are perceived that way in the world.
This is about to change.
Now, in 2012, for the first time since 1981, Canada's progressed chart will change again. We will lose our tough image and be viewed by other countries as the land of plenty. (Whaat?) We will appear richer and more affluent to others. We will also be a country that seems to be optimistic about our future.
We will look like a haven for big business and a place where the outdoors (our parks and wild animals) is valued. Please note: What we appear to be and what we are might not be the same thing, but generally they're not too far apart. ("Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain.")
This is encouraging news, especially because the entire world began a new cycle in 2011, which last occurred from 1927 to 1935. (Drum roll here.) The Great Depression.
But Glory Hallelujah! Here is an encouraging distinction: Yes, the world, including Canada, will experience the repeating cycle of 1927-1935, which portends grim financial times for everyone. But starting in 2012, Canada will assume the appearance of affluence and optimism. Go figure.
Perhaps we can't say, "I'm all right, Jack," but it appears Canada will weather tough times better than other countries.
Leo, Come Fly With Me!
Boarding Pass and Seat Number
You are misunderstood. (You hide your age and you're 10 pounds heavier than you look.) The sign of Leo rules show business, the entertainment world, the theatre, the hospitality industry and romance. Of course, you're flamboyant! You're the performer, the entertainer extraordinaire! No sign is more dramatically romantic than you. ("Roses!") Naturally, this gives you a flashy panache. But your stylish gusto for life hides the fact that in truth, you're very serious. (Oh yes.) You take few things in life casually. Your work matters, your family matters, your loved ones matter and more. You care about your community, your country and the world. This is why (no matter what you do for a living), in essence you are a teacher. (And yes - if your students are old enough - they're in love with you.) Leos are royal, noble, dignified and yet, jauntily sporty and the life of the party. You love being you!
Hours Logged
In the early '90s, you began to put out feelers. That's because your increasing belief in yourself started to push you beyond your familiar comfort zone. By 1994, your home and family scene became beautifully enhanced. Your personal life was enriched. (Sweet!) By 1999, things were looking even sweeter! This was definitely the culmination of past efforts. Now people knew what you could do. By the turn of the millennium, your popularity increased, and by 2002-03, you felt confident and pleased with big plans you were hatching. However, around 2003, you entered a three-year window where you said goodbye to things and gave up people, places and possessions. That's because by around 2005-06, you were in a completely new sandbox. Fortunately, your earnings looked good in 2003-04. (Money is such a comfort to Leos.) If you look back, you will see that since 2005, your new sandbox has been a place where you have been completely redefining who you are in the world. This long process of reinventing the "new you" will be wrapped up this year. "Stick a fork in me Lord - I'm done!"
In-flight Introductions
(Relationships and Romance)
Now the story can be told. Relationships have been painfully confusing since 1998. Fourteen years! (Aagghh.) That's how long Neptune has been travelling through your House of Partnerships and Marriage. (Totally unfair, but who said life was fair?) Neptune represents ideals, unrealistic expectations and the hope for perfection plus disillusionment and disappointment. (Sound familiar?) In February this year, Neptune moves on. Hurrah! In the last decade, you have over-idealized relationships and created problems that in some ways were primarily in your mind. From this year onwards, for the rest of your life, you will never have this confusion again. (Break open the bubbly!) By summer, relationships become much easier. Life flows more smoothly. (Am I on drugs?) Travel is also blessed, which means many will meet someone from a different background or another culture. Furthermore, your reputation will start to shine and sparkle! Hello? Nothing is as sexy as success! (Trick out your bedroom and get platform boots.)
Holding Pattern
(Job and Career)
Amazing things will happen with your earnings and career in 2012. For starters, more than ever before in your life, you'll be driven to earn money. Your ambition to create wealth will surprise even you. However, this also means you'll blow a lot of money. (Oh yeah.) Be careful because you might be outrageously extravagant. (Moi?) For the first half of 2012, look for opportunities in publishing, the media, medicine, the law and higher education. Work-related travel will be big. (Expect to travel waaay more.) As the year progresses, finally moneybags Jupiter starts to sail across the top of your chart for the first time since 1999-2000. This beautifully promotes your reputation and, for some, a chance to put your name up in lights. A few will experience job changes. From mid-summer onwards, your finances are blessed. Plus you'll make a great impression on important people. Hey, you can't lose! Give thanks for this successful year ahead!
Useful Load
(Home, Family, and Galley Slaves)
Many of you will make residential moves this year. That's because during 2009-2013, residential moves are likely for Leos. However, we can never look at one dimension in isolation in our lives because everything is interconnected. Since you're coming into a successful time with reputation, career and your job, these things might also affect where you live. Success might prompt you to move. Or it might allow you to pour money into your home and family. Perhaps you'll treat the family to a trip? Many of you will spend much more on family members and where you live. By midsummer, life will flow more easily. Many things will be within your reach with surprisingly little effort! Your generosity with family members will be strong (of course, it always is). You'll be so happy even your lazy brother-in-law will look cute. (Well, that might be a stretch.)
How to Get the most Air Miles Out of 2012
The way to maximize the benefits of this year is to be totally aware of two things: The first is that a draining, confusing influence that has plagued you for 14 years will leave early this year, never to return in your lifetime. (Hallelujah!) This influence sapped your strength and made you emotionally, intellectually and physically weary. So the first thing that happens early in the year is the pebble in your shoe is removed! (Yay me!) If nothing else, this is a wondrous blessing. The second thing to be aware of is in July, a new influence will come along to grease the wheels of many of your activities. Things become easier without you even trying. And of course, Jupiter at the top of your chart brings public success. Be open to these positive changes. When opportunity knocks, for gawd's sake, answer the door!
Your Leo Mantra for 2012
"Life is getting easier, and I'm getting richer and happier!
More Porridge, Sir?
In the next few years, your focus will be on solidifying your home base either by moving once again, or fixing up, repairing and renovating where you already live. You want a safe, cozy home. You want to secure things for your family members as well. The year 2013 is a popular time, but by 2014-15 you're really laughing because Jupiter returns to your own sign: Leo! Yowzah! Gotta love it!
Mercury Retrograde in 2012
Mercury retrograde times are frustrating. They generally occur three times a year for about six-to-eight weeks causing delays, transportation breakdowns, mixed-up communications, missed appointments, lost paper work, misplaced items, computer crashes and server problems. Oy! Newspapers, courier services, the Post Office, accounting firms and service industries get hurt the worst. Furthermore, each Mercury retrograde has its own flavour because it occurs in a different sign.
But they can also be used properly if you're smart. In a nutshell, just avoid some things and try to do others.
What to avoid: Avoid shopping for ground transportation like cars, trucks or bikes. Avoid shopping for items related to communications like phones, answering machines, computers and printers. I get mail asking if it's OK to buy a sofa or a washer or dryer... yes, it is.
What to do: Charge your cell phone. Pay your phone bill. Keep gas in the car and a working flashlight. Smile a lot. You will suffer from delays! Try to anticipate these and do some damage control ahead of time. Tackle repairs. (These will go surprisingly smoothly.) Clean out closets, drawers, desks and cupboards. Finish projects. Do research into the past. Study anything. Contact people from your past. Re-apply for a job. Try to get something you wanted before that fell through. Try again! Organize old photographs. Finish that "to do" list. It is easier to deal with the past than go forward into the future.
There are two sets of dates below: The actual time of Mercury retrograde is on the left. But Mercury slows down ahead of time, and then takes a long time to "catch up" to where it was when it first went retrograde. These longer time periods are on the right. When buying pricey transportation or a computer, I recommend respecting the dates on the right.
| Actual Mercury Retrograde Dates |
Still Dicey for Big Purchases (I use this one) |
|---|---|
| March 11 - April 4 | March 6 - April 23 |
| July 14 - August 8 | July 4 - August 22 |
| November 5 - November 26 | October 29 - December 14 |
Famous People Who Share Your Birthday
July
| 23 | Daniel Radcliff 1989 |
|---|---|
| 24 | Jennifer Lopez 1969 |
| 25 | Lisa LaFlamme 1964 |
| 26 | Helen Mirren 1945 |
| 27 | Alex Rodriguez 1975 |
| 28 | Jaqueline Kennedy Onassis 1929 |
| 29 | Geddy Lee 1953 |
| 30 | Arnold Schwarzenegger 1947 |
| 31 | J. K. Rowling 1965 |
August
| 1 | Herman Melville 1819 |
|---|---|
| 2 | Isabel Allende 1942 |
| 3 | Martin Sheen 1940 |
| 4 | Barack Obama 1961 |
| 5 | Terri Clark 1968 |
| 6 | Andy Warhol 1928 |
| 7 | Sidney Crosby 1987 |
| 8 | Roger Federer 1981 |
| 9 | Anna Kendrick 1985 |
| 10 | Antonio Banderas 1960 |
| 11 | Alyson Stoner 1993 |
| 12 | Steve Wozniak 1950 |
| 13 | Annie Oakley 1860 |
| 14 | Mila Kunis 1983 |
| 15 | Julia Child 1912 |
| 16 | James Cameron 1954 |
| 17 | Donnie Wahlberg 1969 |
| 18 | Madeleine Stowe 1958 |
| 19 | Gene Roddenberry 1921 |
| 20 | Patricia Rozema 1958 |
| 21 | Hayden Panettiere 1989 |
| 22 | E. Annie Proulx 1935 |
Lucky Days for Leo in 2012
- January 9, 10, 11
- February 6, 7
- March 4, 5
- April 1, 2, 28, 29
- May 25, 26
- June 21, 22, 23
- July 19, 20
- August 15, 16, 17
- September 11, 12, 13
- October 9, 10
- November 5, 6
- December 2, 3, 4, 29, 30, 31
