The fall season is here with a myriad of colorful landscapes in the northern hemisphere, get out and enjoy the beauty and give thanks for the abundance the earth provides.
The Sun is moving through the air sign Libra in a time we seek  harmony and peace. Libra Sun signs like to establish fairness, equality and make good debaters. Happy Birthday Libra! Saturn and Neptune in Aries are making a difficult aspect so decisions may have to be made between this year and the next depending on what date in Sept. or Oct. that your birthdate falls in. Pluto going direct motion in Aquarius,  makes a good aspect to your Sun, so that it may be easy to let go of beliefs and strive for new understanding. Uranus in Gemini, also trines your Sun, bringing in new ideas and perhaps helping to lighten things up. Aries Sun sign, your opposite is also challenged this month those born mid-March  by Saturn and Neptune in Aries in aspect to it .

Major Planetary Aspects
The planetary aspects this month are : Mercury moves retrograde in Scorpio from Oct. 24 through November 14^th and Venus starts to retrograde Oct. 3^rd, also in the intense water sign Scorpio. The Sun Moves into Scorpio Oct. 24 an intense time to dig deep for the truth especially this election year. We may expect shenanigans, like miscounts and so on. We can exercise conscientiousness and pay attention to details, slow down during this transit until mid Nov, 14 when both planets move direct.

Mars in Leo—the sign associated with war, leadership, and strategy—crosses the USA’s North Node, highlighting influences that shape the nation’s destiny and reveal what it may owe or the debt it carries. Mars also opposes Pluto in Aquarius, an aspect that may manifest as violence, willfulness, or brutality, but can be channeled positively as determination to overcome obstacles. Fire signs—Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius—may feel more energized.
After midmonth, Jupiter, the planet associated with luck, wealth, and expansion, joins Mars, encouraging ambition, enterprise, and high expectations.

Saturn and Neptune continue to move though the fire sign Aries and new paradigm is forming in our consciousness as we begin a new era. Uranus in the witty air sign Gemini retrograde brings in new ideas to cultivate in the workforce and service in USA chart. Gemini Sun signs receive this planetary energy for changes to thought ideas, and some Gemini Sun signs may experience lung problems or breathing issues this winter which will be very cold, an Arctic blast is coming to the northern hemisphere after El Nino dissipates.
A good time to learn new ways of looking at change.
Pluto planet that helps us create dramatic change and disruption, continues through Aquarius in the 2^nd house of money resources and the economy of USA chart. This aspect can bring in a scrutiny perhaps a new direction within corporations’ money and  investments. How we use our resources as a nation will be envisioned by the masses. The transiting North Node in Aquarius brings about that new direction that moves the mass consciousness forward. People are demanding change in the structure of things.  Aquarius Sun signs may be experiencing new ideas to project a clearer future as they like to think about the future of humanity. . All for one, as group consciousness explores community. This means that  the collective will (we the people) continue to be agitated in a creative way for a change to  the structures of government since they no longer serve the best interest of all. There will continue to be protests this fall season.

The Lunar Cycle for October
First week, Oct. 1-4^th, We begin the month with the Last Quarter Moon in Cancer, emphasizing home, family, and security this weekend. With Venus retrograde in Scorpio, look more deeply at relationship values, practice forgiveness, and strengthen your bonds this fall as shifting weather patterns continue to coincide with unsettling global events. Friday brings several challenging aspects: Mercury square Pluto may force difficult decisions. On Saturday, the Mars–Pluto aspect calls for restraint with angry outbursts, while the Cancer Moon square Saturn retrograde in Aries suggests that caution can temper impulsiveness. On Sunday, Mercury inconjunct Uranus may create difficulty developing ideas or recognizing where change is needed; some may experience disruptions or communication breakdowns. The Sun–Saturn aspect may also restrict how we express our desire for justice and equality.

Second week, Oct. 5–11: On Monday, the Moon in Leo aligns with Pluto and Mars, creating tension and uncertainty. The Moon forms squares to Mercury and Venus both in Scorpio this aspect may spark restlessness, relationship strain, and suppressed emotions. Conversations are better perhaps deeper on Tuesday as Mercury joins Venus in Scorpio. Moon moves through industrious Virgo on Wed., Thursday and part of Friday; time to get things finished as we prepare for the New Moon in Libra on Saturday. Time to start new projects and more intellectual enthusiasm prevails with meetings. Venus in intense Scorpio squares Mars in creative Leo difficulty with romance and decisions.

Third week, Oct. 12–18: The Moon’s transit through Scorpio brings two days of intense focus and persistence, though some people may feel quiet or moody. As the Moon squares Mars, tempers may flare and disagreements may arise. Midweek, the Moon moves into enthusiastic Sagittarius, while Pluto turns direct in Aquarius. These shifts may bring significant changes for Aquarius, Leo, Scorpio, and Taurus Sun signs, potentially redirecting their paths. The Second Quarter Moon occurs on Sunday, Oct. 18, in ambitious Capricorn, creating a favorable time to make decisions, seize opportunities, and advance projects and plans.

4^th week,19-25, The Moon in Aquarius maintains our intellectual objectivity until Wed. when it shifts into the emotionally sensitive water sign Pisces.
Venus in Scorpio forms an inconjunct with Neptune in Aries, which may strain relationships and slow progress. Mercury slows before turning retrograde from Oct. 24 through Nov. 13^th. Be conscientious, act carefully, and research your options, as plans may change unexpectedly. On Friday, the Sun enters intense Scorpio and joins retrograde Venus, bringing warmth and charm to Scorpio, Cancer, and Pisces Sun signs. The Moon then enters Aries, energizing weekend activities. Sunday’s Full Moon in practical Taurus favors enjoying the autumn landscape and tending your garden. As Venus enters Libra, which it co-rules with Saturn, balance teamwork with individuality; this shift may bring clearer decisions and renewed purpose to a collective with a muddled outlook.

5^th week, Oct. 26–31: Monday begins with the lingering influence of the Full Moon in Taurus. On Wednesday, the energy shifts as the Moon enters Gemini and aligns with electrifying Uranus. The Sun also aspects Uranus, creating challenging goals that may require restraint for Sun signs Scorpio and Gemini. On Friday,  The Moon transits through the  nurturing water sign Cancer until Sunday when it goes into fire sign Leo. For Saturday’s Halloween festivities, you may prefer staying home with family and friends or enjoying comforting activities and food. Stay safe throughout the weekend.
Peace and blessing
Yahaira