Giant Jupiter Goes Direct

Giant Jupiter goes direct on Christmas Day, and as our expert astrologer Maria DeSimone says, that pretty much means Santa Claus is coming to town!

The planet of luck and higher mind, philosophy and beliefs, Jupiter has been retrograde since August 30, during which time we've been turned inward. We've been looking within ourselves for answers instead of seeking them in the material world, but all that will change when Jupiter goes direct on December 25.

Jupiter in forward-motion promotes activity and going out into the world, so after this fourth-month period of introspection and transformation we'll now put what we've discovered about ourselves into motion and actively change our lives for the better.

Anything we start during this time is likely to bring success, whether it's a new friendship, relationship or job, so get out there and take advantage of this potent time!

Jupiter is currently making a one-year passage through Taurus until June 4, 2012, which is an easy and enjoyable transit. This will become more apparent as Jupiter begins moving forward again and we see a rise in the pleasure factor of our lives. How exciting for this to happen on Christmas Day! 

Jupiter moving forward in Taurus promises to bring good luck and urges us to indulge in things that tickle our senses -- lots of  food and drink, sensual pleasures and enjoyment of nature.

Be careful of indulging too much, but enjoy it while it lasts because once Jupiter leaves Taurus it won't return again until May of 2023