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Christmas Preparations<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

What’s your style when it comes to preparing for Christmas?\u00a0 Are you looking for ideas for astrologically based presents?\u00a0 Look no further…<\/p>\n

Aries<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Aries is an impulse buyer, but may not plan too far ahead.\u00a0 So something might strike them in their path as being a perfect purchase, but otherwise they may do everything last minute.\u00a0 A typical Aries Christmas Archetype would be the male who leaves all his Christmas shopping to do on Christmas Eve.\u00a0 For an Aries child, a Meccano set or toy soldiers may be welcome, and for an adult male something for the car.<\/p>\n

Taurus<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Taurus looks forward to the sensuality of Christmas, roast chestnuts toasting on an open fire for instance.\u00a0 A cosy jumper would make a welcome gift for a Taurean, or some fancy chocolates. A blue scarf for the throat chakra would support their well-being, and a Christmas plant such as an amaryllis, poinsettia or cyclamen would keep their green-fingered hearts alive in the winter months.<\/p>\n

Gemini<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Geminis are quite analytical about choosing gifts, and can put a lot of thought into the process.\u00a0 Some are into gadgetry, and like to give and receive gadgets.\u00a0 Give Geminis presents in pairs, or opposites, e.g. a black and white version of one type of gift.\u00a0 They might like one better than the other, but this style of gifting will appeal to their low boredom threshold.\u00a0 A magazine subscription would also be a suitable gift for a Gemini, or a book of Sudoku puzzles.\u00a0 Alternatively, some gloves for their precious jazz hands.<\/p>\n

Cancer<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

For the Cancerian, it’s all about home and family.\u00a0 For the mother hen, to have all her family under one roof on the day is heaven.\u00a0 Something for the home is a winning gift, and a Christmas spiced perfumed candle is always welcome to provide ambience.\u00a0 Alternatively, a photo album of treasured family memories from the year.\u00a0 Cancerians also like antiques, if you can stretch to that, or if you find a bargain on a hunt.\u00a0 For a Cancerian child, a doll’s house is ideal.<\/p>\n

Leo<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Leos would like to be the centre of attention on Christmas Day, though they realize it belongs to everyone!\u00a0 A personalized item, such as a named mug is self-validating, and may help the Leo to feel special.\u00a0 Otherwise, a luxury item, such as leopard print slippers, may appeal to their sense of luxury.\u00a0 If they are off on a winter holiday, choose something which will enhance their trip, something they would be delighted to pack in the suitcase.\u00a0 Leos like to engage everyone in a board game, so that would make a contribution to family competition.<\/p>\n

Virgo<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Virgos go for quality rather than quantity, and can often nail the gift giving as a consequence: one simple direct statement trumping the excessive efforts of others, such as a small perfectly chosen perfume bottle.\u00a0 They like to give ecological presents, too, and would equally love to receive something from an ecological catalogue.\u00a0 Purity is the watchword, whether in giving or receiving,<\/span> especially when considering beauty products.\u00a0 Virgos like to give home made presents, and to receive crafts.\u00a0 Another Virgo preoccupation is timekeeping, so a beautiful or functional watch would be suitable.<\/p>\n

Libra<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Librans would be inspired in the Christmas decoration of the home.\u00a0 Elegance, artistry and beauty are the watchwords for Libran presents.\u00a0 Jewellery would make an ideal present, but beauty products would also be welcome. Music is another important element in the life of the Libran, so a set of earphones or headphones will support that experience. Librans will smile graciously at the present-giving stage of Christmas, saving you any embarrassment!<\/p>\n

Scorpio<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Scorpios are more discerning givers and recipients when it comes to presents.\u00a0 What they give and receive has to be meaningful, e.g. a self-help book or a book on popular psychology would not go amiss. A game of Cluedo might bring the family together.\u00a0 For children, a Secret Spy or Detective set will feed their talent for solving mysteries.\u00a0 They won’t hide their true feelings about your offering, and their opinions may be black or white.<\/p>\n

Sagittarius<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Sagittarians like to promote the Good Will to all men and women angle of Christmas.\u00a0 Book tokens are always a hit with Sagittarians, or sports wear or equipment for the sportier Sagittarians.\u00a0 Young Sagittarians may like something horse-related such as My Little Pony, or Barbie’s horse.\u00a0 When choosing gifts, Sagittarians go for quantity over quality, e.g. they would rather buy a hundred people Poundshop presents rather than one person a \u00a3100 present!\u00a0 They enjoy religious symbolism, such as a crystal Angel or Buddha.\u00a0 For boozy Sagittarians, a bottle of fine wine.<\/p>\n

Capricorn<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Christmas is a serious business for a Capricorn – so serious for some that there are a lot of Bah Humbug Archetypes born under this sign.\u00a0 If they are enthusiastic about Christmas, they will plan well ahead.\u00a0 Go for practical presents, or something which supports them in their chosen career.\u00a0 A Diary wouldn’t go amiss.\u00a0 For many Capricornians, the care and feeding of their skin is of importance, so a high end skincare product could be well received.\u00a0 Whatever you do, Capricorns don’t like waste so if the present is not well chosen, it will be an irksome millstone for them.<\/p>\n

Aquarius<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Aquarians would like a surprise, please!\u00a0 Nothing humdrum, but anything quirky.\u00a0 If it is futuristic, even better.\u00a0 Artistically, it needs to have clean lines.\u00a0 The latest technology is always a winner with Aquarians, and for a book choice go for futuristic science fiction.\u00a0 Crystals are an option for New Age minded Aquarians.\u00a0 Aquarians are already thinking about the year ahead, so for them Christmas is just a hop stop to the future, unless you can engage them with a novelty.<\/p>\n

Pisces<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Sentimental Pisceans enjoy the Christmas movies, and will remind everyone of those family members and friends loved and lost at this time.\u00a0 Anything with a water-theme would be suitable for their delectation, such as swimwear.\u00a0 For textures, anything soft and squishy!\u00a0 Lavender or natural sleep enhancing products will enhance their night experience. And for a child, a magic set. They may appreciate a charity donation, such as sponsoring a donkey.\u00a0 They themselves may be a bit woolly or hit and miss in their present-giving, such as accidentally leaving Auntie Margaret off their radar.\u00a0 But their own offerings may melt your own heart.<\/p>\n

You may quarrel with some of these suggestions and observations, but hope you will regard them with the Christmas spirit or fun in which they are intended!<\/p>\n

Aspects<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Having been choc-full of aspects last week, balance leads us to have less than a handful this week, which may make it easier to focus and concentrate…<\/p>\n

But first, it’s interesting to hear of the taking of Damascus this morning, and the possible toppling of the Assad regime.\u00a0 Yesterday’s multiple aspects may have contributed to the push.\u00a0 I remember blogging about the Arab Spring in 2011.\u00a0 A Syrian exile on BBC Breakfast TV this morning was telling that she could now theoretically go back to her homeland, but that the “liberators”, led by an ex-Al Qaeda member, would not necessarily be the right choice to replace the cruel Assad regime. Transits don’t look good for Assad: Jupiter squaring his natal Uranus and Pluto; plus his Second Saturn Return.\u00a0 However, the transits for Syria are brighter: Mars sextile its natal Mars and Uranus (describing a coup), Uranus trine its Mercury (mentally forward-looking), and Neptune trine its Venus (a step towards spiritual healing).<\/p>\n

Tuesday (10th) begins with Venus sextile the North Node.\u00a0 A softer side is brought into our karma, if we need to luxuriate a little or justify a little indulgence.\u00a0 Expressing more love too, is easier under this aspect.\u00a0 It’s good for re-establishing warmth in a relationship.<\/p>\n

Also on Tuesday, the Sun trines Chiron, so on subtle levels it is a bright and harmonious day altogether.\u00a0 This aspect favours both physical and psychological healing, and a trip or leisure activity may be just the tonic you need.\u00a0 You may put the world to rights, theoretically at least, over a coffee.<\/p>\n

Thursday (12th) sees an opposition between Venus and Mars), which may add zest and verve to life.\u00a0 However, Venus opposite Mars may bring tension between the sexes or a tussle between your own inner male and female.<\/p>\n

And finally, on Friday 13th (I hope you’re not superstitious), we welcome a sextile between Mercury and Venus), a combination that aims to please.\u00a0 This favours socializing and conversing, and creative forms which combine art and writing.\u00a0 There is potential for negotiation in diplomatic efforts (hopefully helping peace efforts, though it is not a major aspect, so baby steps), and harmony and agreement between kindred spirits.\u00a0 Ideal for cafe culture.<\/p>\n

All\u00a0 in all it seems a very sociable and convivial week – enjoy!<\/p>\n

The week in bullet points:<\/p>\n