Georgia Nicols' Gemini Forecast for 2007

"The important thing is to not stop questioning."
Albert Einstein
(1879-1955)

Introduction to 2007 Annual Forecasts

Now is the Time!

"You can't make footprints in the sands of time sitting down." This is the message that the year 2007 holds for all of us.

It might sound surprising, but astrology has little to do with the stars or even the constellations. It's all about the study of mathematical cycles and how they relate to our lives.

Yes, the signs have the names of the constellations, but they're not the same and they don't even line up any more with our birthdays. (Phfft! Just as you suspected!)

Nevertheless, information can be gleaned by seeing correlations between these cycles. Hey - as Gary Larson observed -- one of the biggest moments in science was when Einstein discovered time is money!

This is the year of James Bond - 007. ("Shaken, not stirred.")

Jupiter (that over-the-top planet of wealth) is the ruler of "more" i.e. increase, magnification, excess and abundance. ("I want it all!") However, it also denotes wisdom, knowledge and let us not forget - joy!

This year this lucky planet is finally in its own sign of Sagittarius, and will remain there until Dec. 18, 2007. Do we care? You betcha!

Jupiter bring us money, riches and laughter. This year its influence flourishes beautifully! No matter what you're pondering or dreaming or contemplating, and no matter what sign you are - this is the year to do it. Go for it with all you've got!

Jupiter is called the Great Benefic. It is associated with education, philosophy, religion, sports, guns, gambling, animal lovers, humourists, religious zealots, soap-box preachers, mountains, religion, terrorists, horses, theologians, lawyers, judges, comedians, cowboys, travel, gypsies, metaphysics and gunrunners and yes - I kid you not - James Bond.

All of these areas (and more) will get a marvelous boost this year. (Yes, I know this includes terrorist and gun runners, but the world is not perfect.)

One warning: this will be a physically hot year, and we must be very careful about forest fires. Jupiter is in Sagittarius (Fire) and Saturn is in Leo (Fire). Firefighters and the general public - please take note of this. Be aware and be responsible. (Where's there's smoke there might be more than burning toast.)

Ever since Pluto entered Sagittarius in 1995, we've seen increasing challenges with racial tension, terrorism, guns, plus scandals in the churches, colleges and universities. Pluto is Lord of the Underworld and the collective unconscious. It digs up and reveals dark secrets.

Jupiter is quite another matter. The Romans called Jupiter 'Jove', hence the term 'jovial'. (Darth Vader it ain't.) This means that the benevolent influence of Jupiter in it own sign of Sagittarius ((home at last!) during 2007 will greatly ameliorate (albeit for one year) the harsher influence of Pluto in this same sign.

Too many buzz words? To recap: racial tensions, and all matters related to the law, institutions of higher learning, and dealings with foreign countries will be softer and easier to work through. Battles for animal rights will be more successful. (Yes, some of you will get your own pony.)

Jurisprudence and law making will be more enlightened this year. Universities will grow and be more inclined to encourage the classical approach to education versus being primarily a source of research and training for industry.

An interest in religion (including religions of different countries) will deepen. A resurgence of faith will occur. New gurus will make the scene. (Isn't it curious that when we talk to God we're praying; but when He talks to us - we're supposed to see a shrink?)

Jupiter also rules publishing and the media. These areas will also experience growth and expansion. The travel industry will pick up as well. (Should I pack tropical?)

The key thing about it all is simply this: luck is with us! Good fortune is at hand. Expansion, increase and growth will manifest easily. Mostly this is good - but where we don't want growth it is unwelcome. Naturally this affects each of us differently according to our different charts and signs.

By contrast, in 2008, when Jupiter moves from Sagittarius (where it thrives) into Capricorn (where it's not comfy) things will change drastically. Many corporations could go bankrupt. Growth will slow down. Everyone will tighten their belts and be more conservative.

This means if you're considering trying anything new, or ready to initiate a new venture - do it in 2007! Set into motion whatever you can because later, everything has a tendency to be more concrete and settled into its own form. Things will sort of "freeze". (By Nov. 2008, Pluto goes into Capricorn as well further solidifying structures, especially in the government where huge scandals will erupt.)

Therefore, gather ye rosebuds while ye may. Do not postpone or procrastinate. Jump on the proverbial bandwagon! Now is the time to go after what you want. What you begin in 2007 will be like planting in the Spring. What you begin in 2008 will be like planting in the winter.

T.S. Eliot was right: "Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go." Act fast because fools rush in and get the best seats in the house.

Car Karma

Car Karma, a new publication by Lee Romanov has just made the scene. Her research into insurance data (see her website: www.insurancehotline.com) of over 100,000 drivers revealed that when it comes to having accidents, Librans have the most accidents - and Leos have the least.

Traffic tickets showed a different scale with Pisces getting the most tickets and Gemini getting the fewest.

Once again, do we care? Quite possibly!

If insurance companies vary the cost of your auto insurance simply by your postal code - and they do - they might start to give credence to your birth date as an indicator of your driving habits. Your astrological sign might determine the cost of your car insurance. ("I want to fight this. Sure, I'm a Libra but I'm Leo Rising! Doesn't that count for something?")

The ratings for all signs were as follows:

Accidents:

  1. Libra (Worst)
  2. Scorpio
  3. Capricorn
  4. Aries
  5. Aquarius
  6. Sagittarius
  7. Pisces
  8. Taurus
  9. Virgo
  10. Gemini
  11. Cancer
  12. Leo (Best)

Tickets:

  1. Pisces (Worst)
  2. Aries
  3. Aquarius
  4. Capricorn
  5. Libra
  6. Taurus
  7. Scorpio
  8. Leo
  9. Cancer
  10. Virgo
  11. Sagittarius
  12. Gemini (Best)

Car Karma credits Leos' great driving skills to their generous spirit on the road, and wanting to be a "star" driver. I think that the Leo ability to quickly and constantly see the whole picture definitely has something to do with their safe driving record. Leo rules the theatre. These people quickly take in the whole scene wherever they are. Hence, they are probably checking their rear view mirror more, and also looking farther down the road and to either side more than others signs.

Romanov attributes the Libran hesitancy to make a fast split-decision as a prime factor for their high accident rate. This could be true. However, I think another consideration is that Librans are affected by their environment and their immediate surroundings. If they're driving under hairy conditions (kids screaming, traffic jams, bad weather) - they're more easily rattled, distracted and thrown off base. Librans want balance!

The year 2007 might well see behind the scenes discussions and further studies about these facts with the "in" (insurance) crowd. Oy!

Making Plans for 2007

Every other year, Venus the planet of beauty and love goes retrograde. The year 2007 is one of those years. Because this planet is so associated with visual beauty and relationships, while it is retrograde from July 27 until Sept.8, it's a poor time to schedule cosmetic surgery. It is also not an ideal time to get married.

I suspect the winter of 2007-2008 will likely be unusually cold with lots of snow. Great for skiing and snowboarders, but not for commuters driving to work every day.

Each year Mercury goes retrograde about three times. Because Mercury rules all forms of ground transportation, these retrograde times are a poor time to buy a car, truck or bike. They are also poor times to initiate anything new or start a new business or open a new restaurant or shop.

In 2007, these times are:

  • Feb. 13 - March 8
  • June 15 - July 10
  • Oct. 11 - Nov. 2

Because Mercury also rules many little details associated with our daily lives - communicating with others, mail deliveries, courier services, telephones, scheduling appointments, having meetings, and all kinds of sundry details related to paper work in general - we can expect delays, and confusion and mix-ups during these times. In fact, this confused period often starts a week or two before the actual retrograde time.

It's easy to misplace items then as well, or forget them. Make lists. Write things down. (Documentation is like sex: when it is good, it is very, very good - and when it is bad, it's better than nothing.)

Therefore, be wise and try to plan ahead. Avoid opening or beginning anything important in those times. On the other hand (yes, Mercury rule the fingers) these Mercury retrograde times are excellent to finish up old business or to delve into the past or study history or do research.

Aside from that - this is the year to go after whatever you want to do. Take a trip. Open a business. Go back to school. Tap into your creative potential. Build that house. Make your dream a reality.

In 2007, meaningless statistics will be up 2.54 %

Please keep the world clean, others may wish to use it.

The Gemini Way

You're a butterfly, constantly on the move, cramming as much as you can into each day. You joke and entertain us with embroidered anecdotes. (Why ruin a good story with the facts?) You're childlike and yet you were born sophisticated. You need to feel free and unencumbered. (Yeah, yeah, the grass is always greener over the septic tank.) Your ruler is Mercury, the messenger of the Gods, which is why you can talk your way into or out of anything. Your wit, quick intelligence and innate curiosity makes you interested in anything -- for at least five minutes. For you, life is not about finding the right answers - it's about asking the right questions.

Been There Done That - Got the T-shirt

Relationships were challenging in the mid 80s; and by 1990, you faced diminished assets. Fortunately, you rallied in 1994-96, as new opportunities increase d your confidence. By 1997, your love of adventure and travel returned. But at the turn of the Millennium, the bottom fell out; and you white knuckled your way for the next few years as you gave up much of what was precious to you. Jupiter in your sign in 2000-01 helped your spirits; and by 2001-02, you stepped into a new sandbox. Your luck picked up around 2003-05. That's when you gave thought to earning money or improving your job. In the last few years, friends had to pencil in your phone number because of job changes and residential moves. (It's hard to hit a moving target.) Now you know that you never take a fence down until you know the reason why it was put up.

2007 - To Infinity and Beyond!

Winter-Spring

Cultivate patience, the antidote to anger, as the New Year begins. Partners and friends are testy. Meanwhile, back in the bedroom, your gonads are in overdrive! January is intense; take care of loose details with insurance matters, bills, debt and taxes. By February, you're hungry for change. You want to travel, study, and push the sides of the envelope. Do whatever you can because by March, increased responsibilities definitely come your way. But you're looking good! You feel like a winner. (Take two, they're small.) By April, your ambition is aroused, which could produce tension with bosses and parents. No matter, your popularity with everyone else is soaring all the way through May. Your dance card is full. (Hey - it's easy to make a friend. What's hard is to make is a stranger.)

Dog Days of Summer

You'll love the opportunities that summer brings. (So many choices, so little time.) June continues to be popular. Get out and schmooze! When the Sun is in your sign, it always attracts people and opportunities to you. Make the most of this. Milk it for all it's worth. By July, you're concerned with cash flow; and making and spending money. In August, fiery Mars enters your sign where it stays for eight weeks. This boosts your drive and energy. Get more exercise or take up a new sport. Mars in your sign also boosts your sex appeal. (Would I kid you?) What fools these morsels be!

Fall and Winter

You're hot to trot in September. Mars is still in your sign, making you assertive and proactive; while other planets urge you to focus on home, family and real estate. Definitely take time in October to party. Yeehaw! Enjoy playful activities with children, vacations, explorations into the arts or sports and social activities. It's a lovely month. (But you'll spend some serious coin.) That's why you have to buckle down to work in November. By December, partnerships become important. However, throughout the entire autumn/winter period, you're finally emerging from a 7-8 year period of dormancy, where you actually re-invented yourself. As this slump ends, you'll regroup to create a new home and even a new career in the future.

Gemini Luck for 2007

For the first time in 12 years, moneybags Jupiter is opposite your sign. ("Have we met?") This beautifully blesses partnerships, marriages and close friendships for all of 2007. Other people will be good to you! For that reason, this is a great year to use the services of any kind of professional. Partnerships with people from other cultures or different countries are likely. Your closest relationships will be consciousness expanding (and if your partner cooks you might have to let out another pleat in your shower curtain.) This is a productive and growth oriented year for you. It will always have meaning for you. You have a great chance for success in many areas. In fact, 2007 is a turning point.

Obstacle Blessings

Obstacle blessings are tough at the time, but in retrospect - a valuable learning curve. Life has been a roller coaster lately. You feel there's no stability in your world. Residential moves and job changes are just some of the things up in the air. (Life is a crapshoot!) However, you're working on establishing a secure home for yourself somewhere on the planet. (A man's home is his hassle.) Domestic demands are also important. Expect to spend more time and money on repairs or renovations. Parental duties might also increase. The bottom line is you're trying to secure your bottom line. You need to feel secure in your home base both externally in the real world, and internally, in your "inner home."

Food for Thought

Because your sign rules the hands -- you love finger food. You're a grazer. "Let's have a little nosh." You're fond of nibbling. Often your variety of tasty snacks makes your guests everyone too full for the entree! (Oops.) You like to gather friends in the kitchen and regale them with stories. You rarely plan. You prefer impromptu events. Sameness in dining bores you. Your enthusiasm for what you prepare encourages experimentation in your guests. You're such a great conversationalist - dining with you is definitely a sought after treat.

Five - Sex - Seven

Variety is your favourite spice. You love being in love; but routine bores you. You're the best kisser in the zodiac. (All that lip activity without calorie content. Yippee!) Since you're curious, you like mystery. You want someone clever enough to appreciate your wit. ("I see you're not here for the hunting.") Nevertheless, despite your search for new and different, more than any other sign, you're seeking your soul mate.

Mantra for 2007

My world is changing because the way I look at it is shifting.

Lucky Days for 2007

The days below are perfect times to go after what you want - whether it's a date, a major financial decision, or a job. Make note of these dates and use them to your advantage. These are the days when the gods are with you.

January
1, 27, 28, 29
February
23, 24, 25
March
23, 24
April
19, 20, 21
May
17, 18
June
13, 14
July
20, 21
August
10, 11, 12
September
3, 4, 30
October
1, 28, 29
November
24, 25
December
21, 22, 23

Gemini Celebs

Gemini (May 21 - June 20) 2007

May

21
Judge Reinhold 1957
22
Charles Aznavour 1924
23
Drew Carey 1958
24
Bob Dylan 1941
25
Mike Myers 1963
26
Stevie Nicks 1948
27
Jamie Oliver 1975
28
Rudy Giuliani 1944
29
Rupert Everett 1959
30
Colm Meaney 1953
31
Brooke Shields 1965

June

1
Morgan Freeman 1937
2
Wayne Brady 1972
3
Anderson Cooper 1967
4
Angelina Jolie 1975
5
Richard Scarry 1919
6
Cam Neeley 1965
7
Liam Neeson 1952
8
Tim Berners-Lee 1955
9
Michael J. Fox 1961
10
Jeanne Tripplehorn 1963
11
Jackie Stewart 1939
12
Timothy Busfield 1957
13
David Gray 1968
14
Donald Trump 1946
15
Wade Boggs 1958
16
Brad Gushue 1980
17
Greg Kinnear 1963
18
Paul McCartney 1942
19
Gena Rowlands 1930
20
Nicole Kidman 1967