Capricorn Forecast for 2012
"Everyone wants to be Cary Grant. Even I want to be Cary Grant."
Cary Grant (Jan. 18, 1904 - Nov. 29, 1986)
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.
Capricorn, Come Fly With Me!
Boarding Pass and Seat Number
Life plays a joke on you because you're so serious when you're young. Even as a baby you look "old!" (Naturally, when you're 15, you're the one who buys the beer.) But after the age of 40, a magical reversal occurs and by the time you're in your 80s you will pass for 25 years younger! Why? Because Capricorns are old when they're young and young when they're old. Most curious! Of course, appearances matter to you, which is why you like to do things correctly. You want respect, prestige and status. You're a hard worker (no pain, no gain) and hide your feelings in public. You value family, tradition, money in the bank and security for you and your loved ones. You like to be useful, you're thrifty and you hate waste. You're a practical, careful, organized planner. You're classy and always fit in. And you always look like you know what you're doing! (Fake it till you make it.)
Hours Logged
If you go back to 1988, you'll see you reinvented yourself by the late '90s and ended up in a completely new world! At that time, increased responsibilities with children and hard work marked the beginning of the new millennium for you. Yesiree, you had your nose to the grindstone. By 2003, partnerships were in trouble for some of you, which meant by 2005 you had to rely on yourself. (Which you do very nicely, thank you.) Around 2009, your life changed dramatically. This is when Pluto entered your sign for the first time in your life (to stay until 2024). This is why dramatic upheavals and transformations were taking place in the lives of all Capricorns, but especially those born in December. These changes might have altered your appearance as well. Recently, you have come into your own. You're in a wonderful time of harvest reaping the seeds you have planted. Where you planted well, you're enjoying success! Where you planted poorly, you will deem things to be a failure. Do not get hung up on this! Move forward. Cut your losses. You have lots of responsibilities now but you also have a lot of power and influence. These are good times.
In-flight Introductions
(Relationships and Romance)
Yes, these are good times! So naturally, good times are reflected in your relationships. For starters, because many of you will travel so much this year, you'll meet people from other cultures and different countries and explore exciting new connections. (Ooo-la-la!) As if that weren't enough, by late summer, one of the loveliest planetary influences kicks in (lasting for a whole year), to promote love affairs, romance, more vacations, parties, pleasurable times and a strong connection with sports. Yay! This year is fantastic for ongoing romance as well as for giving birth to new romantic relationships, especially with people from different backgrounds. Grab every opportunity to travel. Enjoy broadening your horizons and meeting new people. Accept all invitations. (This is all rather unusual for you! But why not enjoy it to the hilt?) You're a sexy, passionate, earthy sign. Grab what life has to offer you now!
Holding Pattern
(Job and Career)
Well, things are looking rosy, indeed! Natch. This is your time of harvest. No matter what your age, cherished dreams will continue to come true. (As many already have.) Of course, a time of harvest is also when crops fail. Therefore, you will see clearly what is working in your life and what is not. Let go of what is not working. Move on! Don't beat yourself up because there is so much that is working and this is where you need to focus. Travel continues to be huge for you this year. (As if you haven't travelled enough.) Other areas of major focus and success will be higher education, publishing, the media, medicine and the law. You will continue to broaden your horizons and seek adventure. (Many of you are surprising even yourselves at how gutsy you are to explore new things and how willing you are to spend!)
Useful Load
(Home, Family, and Galley Slaves)
Now we see your time of harvest extending into your private life. Things will go swimmingly at home and within your family. This is a wonderful year (like last year) to invest in your home through renovations, redecorating or major purchases. This is also an excellent time to buy real estate for your own use or for speculation. Many of you are expanding your families through marriage, adoption or birth. Whatever the case, your private life feels expansive, richer and more joyful! Family relationships are warmer and, in fact, you might be surprised to discover how much love there is within your family. (By nature you are not demonstrative, and certainly not in public.) One major exception will be that some Capricorns, especially those born in December, will experience a radical change in partnerships and close friendships. But ultimately, this is all for the best. Enjoy your loved ones and home!
How to Get the most Air Miles Out of 2012
Above all, the way to get the most out of this year is to enjoy yourself! Yes, you will have some setbacks because nothing in life is perfect. Some of you are undergoing radical changes in partnerships and others will experience failure, but these are temporary setbacks. In the bigger picture, you are very much in control of your life. Act on every opportunity to travel. Just do it. Furthermore, act on opportunities to get further education and explore avenues in publishing, medicine, the media and the law. Just do it. Make time to enjoy your family, which no doubt is expanding, and spend money to enrich your home and your family relationships. Just do it. All of these things will make you happier and they are totally appropriate! It's a time for appreciation! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to alphabetize your blessings.
Your Capricorn Mantra for 2012
"It's my turn to be happy and travel. I'm glad I made the cut!"
More Porridge, Sir?
The good news continues! The year 2013 is full of even more fun and pleasure in terms of romance, love affairs, vacations, joy with children and the thrill of watching and participating in sports. (You just won't stop with the good stuff, will you?) Creative opportunities initiated in 2012 will blossom in 2013 and beyond. Job opportunities will abound in 2013. And by 2014, committed partnerships are blessed! (Oh my.) Quite literally, you can coast on your laurels until around 2015, when you will choose to let go of things in preparation for a major shift around 2018.
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
December
| 22 | Diane Sawyer 1945 |
|---|---|
| 23 | Catriona Le May-Doan 1970 |
| 24 | Ryan Seacrest 1974 |
| 25 | Humphrey Bogart 1899 |
| 26 | Beth Behrs 1986 |
| 27 | Marlene Dietrich 1901 |
| 28 | Maggie Smith 1934 |
| 29 | Ted Danson 1947 |
| 30 | Lebron James 1984 |
| 31 | Patrick Chan 1990 |
January
| 1 | Deepa Mehta 1950 |
|---|---|
| 2 | Christy Turlington 1969 |
| 3 | Michael Schumacher 1969 |
| 4 | Michael Stipe 1960 |
| 5 | Bradley Cooper 1975 |
| 6 | Rowan Atkinson 1955 |
| 7 | Nicolas Cage 1964 |
| 8 | Gypsy Rose Lee 1911 |
| 9 | Kate Middleton 1982 |
| 10 | Jim Croce 1943 |
| 11 | Jean Chretien 1934 |
| 12 | Kirstie Alley 1951 |
| 13 | Orlando Bloom 1977 |
| 14 | Cecil Beaton 1904 |
| 15 | Martin Luther King Jr. 1929 |
| 16 | Debbie Allen 1950 |
| 17 | Michelle Obama 1964 |
| 18 | Cary Grant 1904 |
| 19 | Lloyd Robertson 1934 |
Lucky Days for Capricorn in 2012
- January 20, 21
- February 16, 17, 18
- March 15, 16
- April 11, 12
- May 8, 9
- June 5, 6
- July 2, 3, 30, 31
- August 26, 27
- September 22, 23
- October 19, 20
- November 16, 17
- December 13, 14
