Introduction

The following pages contain a brief evaluation of key elements of your birth chart, although it is by no means complete.  Astrology can reveal many things about a person's life and personality, and you could study your chart for a lifetime without knowing the answers to all of your questions.  The descriptions that follow will give you a "thumbnail" introduction to yourself through astrology.

In interpreting your chart, this report considers the sign of the planets and the north node in your chart, as well as their house placements.  It also describes the sign of the Ascendant and the strongest aspects between the planets.

You may note that some of the following descriptions appear to contradict each other--and indeed we are all walking bundles of contradiction.  If you examine yourself carefully, you will probably realize that you do in fact possess the qualities of both conflicting descriptions.  Even though some parts of the reading may seem to clash, you will see that certain themes are repeated throughout the following pages.  These are the ones that will become major issues in your life.

The readings stress that you are the ultimate decider of your fate.  The stars may indicate the hand you were dealt at birth, but it is up to you to play that hand well enough to achieve your goals.  Also, bear in mind that every "bad" aspect of a chart also has a "good" side.  How it is expressed is really up to you.  We tend to work at expressing ourselves more positively most of the time and only lapse into the negative behavior described when depressed, angry or scared.  Or it is possible that some aspects may better describe your personality or behavior earlier in life.  They may seem alien now because you have already worked through them.

A "Strength" number precedes each aspect description; this number takes into account how exact the aspect is, whether the aspect is a major or minor one, and whether an aspecting planet is close to one of the four chart angles.  The higher the Strength, the more you are likely to feel the aspect and to act it out in your life.

Ascendant and Midheaven Delineations

 
Sagittarius Ascendant

You are open and friendly, and your response to others is spontaneous and sincere.  Although at times others may see you as downright blunt and tactless, you are just seeing things philosophically rather than personally.  If you can cultivate a little diplomacy, you will do well in public relations, sales or promotion.  You are an especially persuasive fast- talker.

In your work you are very organized and would be good at administration and planning projects.  But you need to delegate the more routine tasks to others.  Getting caught in a maze of little details can be frustrating for you, and you could develop a "who cares" attitude.  Your worst habit is overcommitting yourself and then indulging in prolonged procrastination.

You hold firm spiritual beliefs and are a pioneer of new thought and ideas in this area.  At the very least you have a philosophical outlook on life and are constantly looking for those elusive universal truths that explain why we're all here.  You feel very good about yourself and are able to inspire self-confidence in others.

You love to socialize with friends and may even engage in a little gambling.  The more fire you have in your chart, the less chances you should take on gambling.  Your confidence that nothing can go wrong is the main reason why you should not gamble excessively.

Physically, Sag Rising is usually tall and slender with a slight tendency to stoop--perhaps because you grew so quickly as a child.  You have long arms, legs, hands and feet.  Both men and women are generally large-boned and have a wide hip structure.  Your hair is usually abundant and wavy, but men tend to bald early.  Problem areas are your hips and your liver.  You tend to overeat and overindulge in drink.

In romance you generally are likely to be less impulsive than you are in other areas of your life.  You have a healthy attitude toward sex and would prefer to "do what comes naturally" rather than plan an encounter down to the last detail.  You have a great deal of physical stamina in sex and should choose a partner of similar bent.

Ascendant trine Uranus  (Strength:  02.08)

You are an independent thinker and demand that others respect your freedom.  Although you are not necessarily rebellious, you insist on being allowed to be yourself.  You enjoy being around people who can share new and exciting ideas and concepts with you.  You also enjoy shocking people with your remarks from time to time, especially those people who are particularly rigid and dogmatic in their beliefs.

With your natural talent for adaptation, you take even major changes in stride.  Your optimism and willingness to take each day at a time keep you from focusing on the negative occurrences in life.  With your incredible creativity, you have no shortage of ideas to develop into money-making projects.  All you need now is someone to back you financially.

You require a partner who has an above average intellectual capability; otherwise you will become bored with them.  Although you sometimes can see things about people that they themselves cannot see, be careful not to rub their noses in it.  It does no good to tell people something they are not ready to hear.  You need a lover who is relatively free from fears and inhibitions.  Although they don't have to be the rebel you are, they must respect your right to your own beliefs.

 
Libra Midheaven

You will do best in a career which makes use of your social skills and which allows you to appeal to popular tastes.  You have an in-born sense of beauty and proportion which could lead to a career in the arts.  Friendliness and social poise are important to you, so that you would make a good diplomat or agent.  A partner may play an important role in your career.

Not impulsive, you strive towards a fair assessment of every situation.  You can help others to see the many different choices available, in such fields as communications, publishing, advertising, teaching, politics, or therapy.  With your love of variety and social interaction, you have a wide picture, but not a deep picture.  If you are not successful in your career, it will be because you use your charm to avoid work, or are too indecisive, superficial, or pleasure-loving.  Have confidence in your own judgment and do not become overly dependent on other people.

Occupations consistent with your aesthetic style of work include public relations, architect, artist, musician, diplomat, designer, theatrical agent, builder, planner, strategist, arbitrator, or social commentator.  For the most personal career guide, also consider the nature of any planets which fall in the 10th house or conjoin the Midheaven, the sign and house placements of Venus, ruler of the Midheaven, and any aspects which other planets make to the Midheaven.

Midheaven trine Moon  (Strength:  05.01)

You are extremely sensitive emotionally and have a highly-developed sense of intuition.  Because others know that you will not intentionally hurt them, they trust you and share their innermost feelings.  Animals also have confidence in you, and you've probably brought home your share of strays (especially as a child).

Because you feel so deeply, you can become very emotionally attached to the people (and things) you love most.  This is a wonderful trait, as long as you don't allow yourself to be overly protective or possessive (even if you think it's for their own good).  Instead of endearing them to you, such behavior could literally drive your loved ones away in self-defense.

Because of your sentimental attachment to the past, it is difficult for you to let go of possessions that remind you of fond times.  The more history there is connected to an object, the more you value it.  Just be careful not to clutter up your life by saving everything.  Use your appreciation for the past to your advantage in a profession involving history, antiques, or remodeling older homes.

Midheaven sextile Uranus  (Strength:  03.72)

You are a very unique individual, and many of your ideas and philosophies are considered eccentric by others because you are a bit ahead of your time.  You enjoy being different from the norm, and your career needs to reflect your uniqueness.  Because you like to do things your own way (and because others may consider your innovative ideas rather far-fetched), you may find it more gratifying to work for yourself.  You could excel in areas such as computers, science and technology, engineering, or metaphysical sciences.

Although you usually like to work alone, you would also enjoy working with groups of people dedicated to humanitarian goals.  Associating with other intelligent, eclectic individuals will stimulate and challenge your sharp mind.  This mental exercise is very important to help ward off boredom and monotony.

This aspect is common among inventors and others who've become famous for their revolutionary ideas.  No matter how strange some of your concepts may seem to others, if an idea sticks with you, be sure to pursue it.

Midheaven square Saturn  (Strength:  01.22)

Relationships often seem too complicated and troublesome to you, and you may prefer to spend much time alone.  You find it difficult to meet all of the expectations that others have of you, and you consider it a personal failure whenever you let someone down.   Remember that you can't please everyone all the time, and try not to be so hard on yourself.  Otherwise, you could become lonely and depressed.

Because you expect others to criticize or reject you, you tend to withdraw emotionally or reject them first.  It may seem that they are cold and distant toward you, but in reality they are reacting to the wall of protection that you've built around yourself.  If you try taking down the wall, you'll find some wonderful people on the other side.

Although no one enjoys being rejected, very few people have died from it.  It's said that "nothing ventured, nothing gained."  How will you ever know whether you can succeed unless you risk it?

Midheaven inconjunct Venus  (Strength:  00.65)

Your personal relationships are very important to you, and you will go to great lengths to gain the approval of loved ones.  Just be sure that you do not compromise your own sense of ethics or of self in the process.  In that case, you may gain the approval of others, but lose your self-respect.

In your early life, it may have been difficult to gain the approval of your parents.  Perhaps they criticized your choice of careers or friends.  As you mature, you can give yourself permission to be different.  Then you'll discover that people can and do love you for the person you really are.

At times you may find it frustrating to balance the demands of home and career.  As a result, you may decide to focus on one and neglect the other.  During times when career seems to get more attention, be sure to consciously set aside time for home and recreation.  It will make going back to work a little easier.

First House Ruler Sign and House

The Ascendant and First House

The Ascendant and First House describe the character of your private self.  This includes the appearance of your body and inherent qualities of your self.  Sagittarius is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Jupiter.  Jupiter in Aquarius is disposited by Saturn and Uranus.

Jupiter in Aquarius

You are highly intuitive and tolerant of differences in others.  With your natural ability for working with groups, you could inspire others to help bring about humanitarian changes in society.  You are an excellent diplomat and can help smooth over differences between groups of seemingly incompatible people.  You have a natural talent for occult knowledge, for you recognize the existence of forces beyond those you can see, feel and measure.

Jupiter in the Second House

You prefer to live an elegant lifestyle, and you have the self-confidence and optimism to achieve the success necessary to support one.  Jupiter brings pure good luck to your financial dealings, and your investments usually pay off if you follow your intuition.  You must learn self-discipline and caution in spending money, or your wealth will be "easy come, easy go."

First House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Jupiter square Neptune  (Strength:  02.46)

You are highly creative and only require self-discipline and direction to put your talents to good use.  Since you are so self-indulgent, your dreams often have little chance of being realized.  You tend to overextend yourself by buying on credit and to waste your time on tasks of questionable value.  You tend to be gullible and are easily influenced by others to take their side.

You have well-developed mental faculties, but you don't like to face reality and live up to your responsibilities.  You could be easily deceived by misleading or false promises.  Since you tend to be kind to others and sympathetic to their needs, be careful not to be taken advantage of and stuck with someone else's burden.

Some consider this aspect to indicate that the person is "accident prone."  This does not always happen in the form of physical injury; you could get stuck with the blame for someone else's infraction.  Exercise discretion in telling your personal secrets.  They could be used against you.  Avoid discussions about religion or the occult sciences.  You won't win arguments in these areas.

In romance, try to see your love without your rose-colored glasses.  You tend to cling to your prince or princess charming and do not accept the end of a relationship very well.  You tend to idealize relationships and lovers and then are terribly disappointed when reality rears its ugly head.

Jupiter inconjunct Pluto  (Strength:  01.05)

You will be required to undergo several major adjustments as you come to grips with your mission in life.  The lesson here is for you to submit to your fate and to resist less when pulled in certain directions.  It is the nature of Pluto to demand surrender from those who wish to be transformed.

You have the ability to understand the changing social conditions of today and to have a hand in bringing about a restructuring of society.  This is a tremendous responsibility, and you shy away from it.  It is important that you serve others in some way, for this is where your greatest potential for growth lies.

Be sure to recognize the difference between the terms "to serve" and "to be used."  There will also be those who will try to take advantage of your generosity.  You will learn to choose not to extend your kindness to those who would not appreciate it, once you learn to use your ability to see others' motivations quite clearly.

Your greatest fulfillment will come with recognizing that it is not important to ask "What's in it for me?" when getting involved in any situation.  There is a delicate balance here between this attitude and the tendency to be used by others.  This is the balance you must achieve.  Live life in moderation and learn the joy of serving others.

Saturn trine Venus  (Strength:  02.57)

You exercise caution and good judgment in your relationships with others; you know on whom you can depend and on whom you can't.  Your optimistic attitude toward life allows you to be understanding when others are in need.  You pride yourself on being responsible and trustworthy, and you are always willing to compromise when necessary.

Because of the training of your youth, you are well- disciplined and can focus your efforts quite effectively in order to achieve success.  Even though you will climb your way to the top of your own ladder, you will not hesitate to offer a hand up to others you meet along the way.  This quality is one of the main reasons for your success--your sensitivity to the needs of others.

In terms of a career, you would enjoy working with the arts--music, painting, writing, poetry, sculpture, and graphic arts are a few examples.  You could also use your organization skills in other areas, such as banking, law, real estate, finance, insurance, commerce or architecture and design.  You may want to teach arts and crafts to children (whom you enjoy) or work with a social club or organization.

You are a good parent and will be a benevolent disciplinarian.  You expect your children to learn to respect others and to be conscious of needs other than their own.  Instead of trying to mold them into being a carbon copy of yourself, you will encourage your children to develop their own individuality.  This will provide many benefits for you in your old age when your children are in a position to repay you for your kindness.

In romantic matters, you do not rush headlong into affairs of the heart.  You check out each potential partner carefully, assessing their good and bad qualities.  Most importantly, you require that the partnership contain mutual respect and loyalty.  You feel more comfortable in a stable, long-term relationship than in a series of "casual flings."

Uranus opposite Moon  (Strength:  05.29)

You experience many emotional ups and downs as you attempt to balance your intellect and your emotions.  It may always seem that you cannot have them both functioning satisfactorily in your life at the same time.  This balancing act will become easier as you mature.  Be patient and know that this conflict within you is resolvable.

In truth, you are suffering from lack of confidence in your ability to relate well to others.  While you are anxious to meet new friends and form close relationships, you are insecure about "putting yourself out there" in your interchanges with others.  Just relax and be yourself; you are very lovable.  People sense the protective wall you put up around yourself and are deflected by it.  Don't be afraid to respond to others with warmth and love.  Remember: whatever you want to receive in life, be willing to give it to others.

You often find yourself involved in the decisions of others, and you may even make your living dealing with the personal affairs of others.  Teaching would be a good profession for you; and as you inspire self-confidence in others, you will also build it in yourself.

Romantically, your love life is anything but "normal." You seem to end up with lovers who are already attached or are otherwise unavailable to you.  The most complicated and even bizarre qualities of a relationship actually appeal to you.  Maybe this is your own way of remaining unattached.  You enjoy being free to flirt with others, even though you may not consummate the seduction physically.  For this reason, some partners may find you a bit of a "tease."

Maintain good health by taking time off for nothing but relaxation.  Otherwise, nervous distress could become physical distress.  Go out to the country, enjoy some peace and quiet, do pleasant things.

Uranus square Venus  (Strength:  04.93)

Among other things, this aspect indicates that you must be careful to get enough rest.  Natives often have a high level of nervous energy and can easily "run down their batteries" if not careful.  This nervous energy carries over into your business as well as social life.  Your tendency to react spontaneously and intensely to others makes you appear to be emotionally erratic and aggressive.

You make friends easily but do not make commitments casually.  You are attracted to persons who seem mysterious and unusual, but you immediately lose interest when they become "serious."  If you do form close relationships, they will definitely be unconventional.  You are very much a free spirit and do not care for the idea of belonging to anyone.  In order for you to find happiness in a love relationship, you must be willing to meet your partner half way, even if it means giving up a little freedom yourself.

You can be promiscuous and oftentimes delight in defying convention. Your sexual desires are quite strong, and you must be careful not to jeopardize other aspects of your life in your pursuit of satisfaction of your many sexual fantasies.  You should not deny these desires, but you should control them, not let them control you.

Career-wise, you must slow down your pace long enough to accept and carry out responsibility on the job.  Unless you can demonstrate an ability to focus on tasks and patiently follow them through to a successful conclusion, you will not find promotions on the job easy.

Uranus sextile Midheaven  (Strength:  03.72)

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Second House Ruler Sign and House

The Second House

The Second House relates to energy flowing into the physical structure of your private self.  This includes sense impressions, food, possessions and money.  Capricorn is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Saturn.  Saturn in Capricorn is disposited by Saturn.   (Uranus is a co-ruler because Aquarius is intercepted in the house.  Uranus in Leo is disposited by the Sun.)

Saturn in Capricorn

You are highly ambitious and well-organized, and you are willing to work hard to achieve your goals.  Since you have a natural ability to put abstract concepts into layperson's terms, you would be an excellent writer or teacher.  With your natural talent for finance and science, you would also do well in these fields.  Having a good reputation in your community is very important to you.  Avoid a tendency to work too hard and neglect your personal life.

Uranus in Leo

(1955-1962)

You are confident and well-organized, and have excellent leadership abilities.  Since you find it difficult to tolerate restrictions of any kind, you can be defiant and rebellious toward authority.  You do not follow trends, and in fact your values are usually different from what others consider to be acceptable in society.  You will learn a great deal through sudden ups and downs in your love life.

Saturn in the First House

You are reserved and serious, and even as a child you seemed older than others your age.  It is possible that you were forced to take on adult responsibilities as a child and did not have much time to play with other children.  You will encounter much hardship in life, and through this adversity you will discover your own self-worth.  Avoid a tendency to become pessimistic and depressed in difficult times.

Uranus in the Eighth House

You have strong intuition and psychic abilities, and are generally fascinated by occult and metaphysical sciences.  With your quick temper, you should not drive when you are upset because of the increased risk of accidents.  Can indicate unexpected inheritances or other windfalls.  If Uranus is afflicted, you could suffer great losses through dishonest or unscrupulous acts.

Second House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Saturn trine Venus  (Strength:  02.57)

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Saturn square Midheaven  (Strength:  01.22)

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Uranus opposite Moon  (Strength:  05.29)

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Uranus square Venus  (Strength:  04.93)

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Uranus sextile Midheaven  (Strength:  03.72)

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Uranus trine Ascendant  (Strength:  02.08)

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Uranus conjunct North Node  (Strength:  01.16)

You are interested in and attracted to anything unusual or unique.  Being a bit of an adventurer, you are always curious about new ideas and concepts.  You will achieve your greatest spiritual growth through your efforts to bring about constructive change in the world.  You are a humanitarian at heart and believe that the needs of the larger society outweigh the needs of an individual, no matter how rich and/or powerful.

In past lives you have achieved a position of power in society, maybe even as a member of a royal family, and you had no concern for the welfare of the weaker and less fortunate members of society.  Now you are learning that everyone is your brother and that we are all equal.  Your actions will now be motivated by a concern for betterment of our planet.

Saturn trine Venus  (Strength:  02.57)

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Sun trine Neptune  (Strength:  05.98)

You are very talented, but you may not be motivated to do anything about it.  You tend to start many projects but finish few of them.  You learn quickly and then rush on to the next new item.

You are extremely psychic and have the ability to seemingly pick up information out of thin air.  As a child you may have been bored by teachers who seemed to be giving you information you already knew.  You learn so easily that you find no challenge in it.  Therefore, it is difficult to move you to take action.

You will face few challenges in your life that seem insurmountable.  Your greatest vice is that of procrastination.  You may operate best being self-employed.  Then you can operate at your own pace, with no one depending on you to meet their schedules.  You would do well in: art, drama, writing, education and research.

You must have mutual trust in your close relationships.  Although you are devoted to your mate, you allow him or her a great deal of personal freedom (and it is probably mutual).  You would greatly enjoy children and a stable family life.

Third House Ruler Sign and House

The Third House

The Third House controls activity within your private self.  The energies of this house relate to your sources of mental stimulation and personal activities such as thinking, speaking, writing, errands, and hobbies.  Pisces is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by both Jupiter and Neptune.  Jupiter in Aquarius is disposited by Saturn and Uranus.  Neptune in Scorpio is disposited by Mars and Pluto.

Jupiter in Aquarius

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Neptune in Scorpio

(1955-1970)

You are driven to uncover the deepest secrets within society, and you have a keen interest in metaphysical sciences.  With your strong desire for physical pleasures, you must avoid overindulging in food, drink, sex or drugs in an attempt to escape the tension of daily life.

Jupiter in the Second House

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Neptune in the Tenth House

You are strongly idealistic and would enjoy work that has humanitarian purposes.  You may have difficulty deciding upon a career because you fear making the wrong choice.  Whatever you choose as a profession, you will be happiest if you are serving others.  You may overidealize a parent who then cannot live up to your opinion of them.  There may be karmic difficulties to work out with the father.

Third House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Jupiter square Neptune  (Strength:  02.46)

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Jupiter inconjunct Pluto  (Strength:  01.05)

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Neptune trine Sun  (Strength:  05.98)

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Neptune square Jupiter  (Strength:  02.46)

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Neptune sextile Pluto  (Strength:  01.40)

This is the only aspect Neptune has made to Pluto during this century, and the planets will remain in sextile to each other for another hundred years, although the signs the planets occupy will continue to change as time passes.

For those born between 1942 and 1956, Neptune was in Libra and Pluto in Leo.  These people were born at a time of global war.  Governments rose and fell; kings were ousted from their castles.  There were breakthroughs in air power (Neptune in Libra) which helped establish the balance of power between the U.S. and the Soviet Union.  This time was filled with meetings and peace conferences between global leaders.  Those born during this time know that compromise is not enough to achieve peace; you are naturally suspicious of your leaders, and this will help to promote greater honesty and accountability on the part of political figures.

If you were born between 1957 and 1970, Neptune was in Scorpio and Pluto in Virgo.  There were new advances in health and medicine, as well as rapid spread of illegal drugs.  Our long- held conservative attitude about sex began to dissolve, and we began to realize that marriage was not essential to maintain a committed relationship.  Those born during this time seek to serve and improve society.  You are also angry about the current state of our environment and natural resources.

If you were born between 1971 and 1983, Neptune was in Sagittarius and Pluto in Libra.  Your attitudes about religion, education and human interactions are most likely different from those of your parents.  Your religious beliefs, or spiritual practices, are important to you, and you are deeply concerned for the fate of your planet and the race of man.  You will insist that your leaders be straight with you and will not accept excuses or manipulation.  You are also interested in occult sciences, and many advances in this area will be made by members of your generation.

If you were born between 1984 and 1998, Neptune was in Capricorn and Pluto in Scorpio.  You are part of a generation which will make great progress in dealing with power responsibly, both in terms of interpersonal relationships and as protectors of our Mother Earth.  You will seek to transform society and replace rampant injustice with compassionate guidance.

Saturn trine Venus  (Strength:  02.57)

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Uranus opposite Moon  (Strength:  05.29)

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Uranus square Venus  (Strength:  04.93)

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Uranus sextile Midheaven  (Strength:  03.72)

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Mars conjunct North Node  (Strength:  02.52)

You are highly competitive and have an intense thirst for all of the excitement you can find in life.  Learning to assert yourself appropriately will be a major source of spiritual growth in this life.  If you can add some concentration and self-discipline to your enthusiasm and drive, you will have a greater chance to achieve your goals and ambitions.

In past lives you have sacrificed a great deal for those who did not appreciate your efforts.  Now you are learning to be more decisive and to assert yourself in order to be sure your needs are met as well.  Your challenge is to learn the difference between assertion and aggression.  Since you become restless easily, you prefer to stay active.

Pluto conjunct Mars  (Strength:  01.61)

You will relentlessly pursue your goals in life, determined to achieve satisfaction.  Not only is it important that you acquire power and status, but you also see the climb to the top as a personal challenge to your abilities.

In times of crisis you have an uncanny sense of timing and seem to know how to invest the least amount of energy for the maximum result.  Although you can be aggressive at times, you will not tolerate a dominating attitude in others.  You have a healthy respect for power and authority if it is handled fairly.

This aspect gives you a somewhat Scorpionic attitude toward your lovers.  In other words, you will be possessive and demanding in your relationships.  You will usually be the aggressor and may even scare some people away with your intense approach to love and sex.  Your sexual desire nature is a very strong one, and you may even use sex as a bargaining chip in your relationships in order to achieve your goals.

You are impatient with social problems and injustices and may even work for reform in these areas.  As a matter of fact, this would be the healthiest way to express your need for transformation.  You could inspire others with your drive and would be very creative in finding sources of funding for worthy projects.

Fourth House Ruler Sign and House

The Fourth House

The Fourth House describes the character of your private environment.  This includes your home life and parents, especially the mother.  Aries is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Mars.  Mars in Virgo is disposited by Mercury.

Mars in Virgo

Your ability to assert yourself is often frustrated by your own incessant worrying and scrupulous attention to detail.  While it is good to be organized and to have a plan of operation, you also need to learn to be a little more spontaneous and carefree.

In your career you are an energetic worker.  Although you are ambitious, you find it hard to handle positions of high responsibility.  You tend to take on everyone's problems and end up with stomach upsets or skin rashes.  Although you are practical and diplomatic with others, you are not prone to taking risks or to participating in cutthroat competition.

You are a very careful and meticulous lover and will make sure that the surroundings and atmosphere are perfect for yourself and your partner.  Although you are somewhat slow to arouse sexually, you go out of your way to please your lover, employing superior technique, sensitivity and attention to detail.

Personal cleanliness is important to you, and you probably enjoy taking showers with your lovers.  You can be somewhat picky and critical of your partner, although it is sincerely done with the intention of helping them.  Sexual tools can be fun for you if you will allow yourself to be so bold and spontaneous.

Mars in the Eighth House

You have very strong desires, and once you decide to possess something, you usually succeed in doing so.  You may experience shortages of love and money to encourage you to be less possessive in these areas of your life.  You have the ability to see through the false pretenses of others.  Karmically, you can make up for past lives of greed and abuse by sharing your resources with others in need.

Fourth House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Mars conjunct North Node  (Strength:  02.52)

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Mars sextile Mercury  (Strength:  02.46)

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Mars conjunct Pluto  (Strength:  01.61)

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Mercury sextile Mars  (Strength:  02.46)

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Fifth House Ruler Sign and House

The Fifth House

The Fifth House describes energy flow involving the structure of your private environment.  This includes the stimulation provided by your friends, social network, offspring, and entertainment.  Taurus is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Venus.  Venus in Taurus is disposited by Venus.

Venus in Taurus

With Venus in Taurus (the sign it rules), you are very affectionate and loyal with your friends and lovers.  You enjoy the finer things in life, and you also enjoy showering your loved ones with gifts.  Those who love you appreciate your encouragement and support.  Although some may consider you stubborn, you would prefer to call yourself "persistent."

You have very clear opinions as to what is true art, and you are probably artistically inclined yourself.  You also enjoy getting out into nature to relax and drink in her natural beauty.  Since you do prefer to have things your way, you tend to put forth the effort required to succeed.  With Venus in Taurus, chances are your most treasured material possessions will be the product of your hard work.

You are an earthy lover and enjoy indulging in the physical pleasures of your relationships.  The best way to win your heart is to lavish you with affection and gifts.  You appreciate the finer things in life and require a comfortable home environment.  This placement of Venus also makes you determined (maybe even stubborn) and slow to arouse (whether in anger or in sex).

It is important that your partner be consistent and reliable.  You admire inner strength in a lover; it is important that your mate love you without leaning on you or clinging to you.  You tend to expect near perfection in your partners and should try to remember that no one is perfect--not even you.  Your sexual experiences can be enhanced by a pleasing, romantic setting.

Venus in the Fifth House

You are sensuous and enjoy indulging in the pleasurable senses to the fullest possible extent.  You enjoy surrounding yourself with beautiful art and music, and you may have creative talents in these areas.  From an early age you were attracted to the opposite sex and are affectionate and loyal toward those you love.  You have a talent for inspiring children and would be a stimulating teacher.

Fifth House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Venus square Moon  (Strength:  06.36)

It is very important to you that you have the approval of loved ones, and for this reason you are often hesitant to express your true feelings.  You may have felt pressured by your parents (especially your mother) to share their value system, and even as an adult you may feel guilty if you disagree with those you love.  As a result you may shy away from commitment altogether rather than risk the responsibility involved.

You probably will (or did) leave home early in life, for your personal freedom is very important to you.  Your closest friends will understand this about you and will love you just the way you are.  Because you are easily manipulated in matters of love, you must be careful to closely examine the integrity of your potential partners.  In other words, be willing to take off the rose-colored glasses and see them as they really are.

By learning to stand up for your personal beliefs, you will gain strength and integrity (as well as the respect of others).  With your rebellious nature, it is best that you be honest with your partner about your need for freedom within the relationship.  This aspect shows that you have the potential to maintain a successful open marriage, as long as you act with honesty and integrity.

Venus square Uranus  (Strength:  04.93)

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Venus trine Saturn  (Strength:  02.57)

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Venus square Uranus  (Strength:  04.93)

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Sixth House Ruler Sign and House

The Sixth House

The Sixth House controls activity within your private environment.  The energies of this house describe your private work, type of employment, and service to others within your private world.  Gemini is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Mercury.  Mercury in Cancer is disposited by The Moon.

Mercury in Cancer

You have an intuitive mind and at times can pick up other people's feelings psychically.  You are very sympathetic to the needs of others and will find yourself worrying about the problems of loved ones or of the world in general.  Mercury in Cancer also gives you an appreciation for your home and family, and especially for children.

It is difficult for you to separate your thoughts from your emotions, and this is one of the challenges you face in life.  You spend a good deal of time thinking and talking about yourself.  Don't allow yourself to get so caught up in depression and despair in a seemingly hopeless situation that you are unable to take appropriate action to solve your problems.

You are easily impressed by everything you pick up through your senses (sights, sounds and smells) and overreact to great ugliness or beauty.  This extreme sensitivity to the world around you can be creatively channeled through art or other creative activities.  Since you have such a strong need to be needed, you depend on compliments and praise from others to raise your spirits.

You value your privacy and share your innermost feelings with very few people.  Once you choose a lover, you are very devoted and loyal.  You need little more in life than someone to love and a comfortable home.  Indeed, you tend to be more of a "home body" than a socialite, and you need a partner who has similar preferences.

Mercury in the Seventh House

Traditionally, this placement of Mercury indicates that you are attracted to partners much younger than yourself.  You get along well with others because you are a natural peacemaker.  You seek the company of those you consider your intellectual equals, and you enjoy lively discussion.  On challenging projects, you work best with others.  You'll gain maturity by lessons learned through relationships.

Sixth House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Mercury sextile Mars  (Strength:  02.46)

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Mercury sextile Pluto  (Strength:  01.15)

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Moon square Venus  (Strength:  06.36)

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Moon opposite Uranus  (Strength:  05.29)

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Moon trine Midheaven  (Strength:  05.01)

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Moon conjunct South Node  (Strength:  03.86)

You are extremely emotional at times, and you should avoid a tendency to become depressed and pessimistic.  Even if things are going horribly, complaining and whining does not improve things.  Instead, it may alienate those who would otherwise assist you.  During past lifetimes you survived by using your emotional pleas to take advantage of others.  In this lifetime you will encounter karmic situations which encourage you to become more self-reliant.

Many with this aspect form a strong attachment to one or both parents, usually the mother.  This bond can become so strong that it limits your growth because you fear parental disapproval.  If this is the case, the eventual loss of this parent will be devastating to you but can also allow you the freedom to finally become the person you truly want to be.

Seventh House Ruler Sign and House

The Seventh House

The Seventh House relates to building the self that you present to the public world.  It therefore covers legal definitions of the self such as marriage and partnerships.  It controls your characteristic public self-expression.  Gemini is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Mercury.  Mercury in Cancer is disposited by The Moon.

Mercury in Cancer

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Mercury in the Seventh House

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Seventh House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Mercury sextile Mars  (Strength:  02.46)

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Mercury sextile Pluto  (Strength:  01.15)

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Moon square Venus  (Strength:  06.36)

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Moon opposite Uranus  (Strength:  05.29)

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Moon trine Midheaven  (Strength:  05.01)

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Moon conjunct South Node  (Strength:  03.86)

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Eighth House Ruler Sign and House

The Eighth House

The Eighth House relates to the physical structure of your public self.  It therefore covers buildings and real estate.  It covers energies emanating from your body, so it controls sexual attraction and death.  Cancer is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by The Moon.  The Moon in Aquarius is disposited by Saturn and Uranus.  (The Sun is a co-ruler because Leo is intercepted in the house.  The Sun in Cancer is disposited by the Moon.)

Moon in Aquarius

With your Moon in Aquarius you are highly imaginative and should direct this energy into creative channels.  You are very open-minded about the changing trends in society and can adapt quite easily.

Most of all you love to shock others with your opinions, which often violate taboos.  You can see the need for old arbitrary restrictions to be cast aside.  Freedom is very important to you, but you must sometimes remember to extend the same freedom to your partner.

You are a mixture of radical thought and conservative action and are sometimes plagued by anxiety and tension.  Often you take on others' problems or causes without getting anything in return.

In relationships you seek a person who is somewhat unusual.  You look for a companion who can share many interests with you.  In business you need a stable partner who can make good practical use of your creative imagination and keep you grounded.  Metaphysics and occult sciences are also of interest to you.

The one drawback of this moon placement is a tendency to gossip and spread rumors.  Although this may be done with the best of intentions, you may not enjoy dealing with the consequences when you are identified as the source.  Physically, your areas of weakness are varicose veins, eye afflictions and ulcers on your legs.

Sun in Cancer

Natives of this sign are known as "moonchildren," and their wildly fluctuating moods seem to coincide with the phases of the moon.  As with all water signs, there is a tremendous depth of emotion with Cancer.  In times of sadness or despair, you may retreat into solitude just as a crab retreats into its shell.  At other times, you can display another trait of your namesake--crabbiness.

Cancer has a natural desire to understand its emotional make- up.  You engage in self-directed psychoanalysis, striving to feel every detail of life.  This is Cancer's purpose in life--to learn to love, trust and accept all that life offers.  No sign feels so intensely as Cancer, although this may not be obvious to others.  You may set up defenses against being hurt, such as shyness or reclusiveness.

You have a strong need for security, and a comfortable home environment is of utmost importance to you.  The security you seek can be found in the knowledge that you are unconditionally loved.  You also like to surround yourself with mementos and other reminders of your past.  You use your resources wisely, knowing that to waste not is to want not.  Like other water signs, Cancer can be manipulative.  You never go directly for something (or someone) you want, but once you have it, you will never let it go.  Cancer can exercise artful control of feelings--his or her own or those of others.  The Moonchild truly needs to be needed, and can provide loads of nurturing and mothering in return.

The threat of becoming emotionally vulnerable in relationships can dissuade Cancers from falling in love.  But once they make the big leap, they become very protective of their loved ones.  But be careful not to become a "clinging vine" in relationships.  Anyone who is strongly independent would feel smothered by your love and would try to break free.

You can be very secretive, and few people will ever witness an outpouring of your deepest, darkest feelings.  Yet others will unload their secrets on you and seek your compassion and understanding.  You may even have a talent for healing or a green thumb with plants.

Physically, Cancers are more vulnerable to injuries or illness in the chest region, the head and face, knees, and skin.  Other trouble spots are the stomach, digestive system, kidneys, and bladder.  A strong sense of optimism will do wonders for their health.

Moon in the Second House

Good physical health and financial well-being are essential for your emotional security.  You find nothing romantic about a love affair which requires you to live on a shoestring.  You worry a lot about money and need to be able to express your concerns to your partner.  Otherwise, resentment and disappointment will build up and will explode at the most inappropriate times.

You enjoy being lavished with expensive presents and tokens of love.  This can be great if your partner can afford it.  Just be careful you are not burdening him or her with your demands and your expensive taste.  Material expressions of love are nice, but be sure you are not using them as a screen to avoid facing deep-rooted problems in the relationship.

You value honesty and integrity in a partner and have a strong set of fundamental values yourself.  You treasure loyalty and stability in others.  You need someone who can appreciate you and offer you a sense of direction through their stability.

This house placement often indicates a tendency toward financial fluctuations--ups and downs.  You must learn to budget your resources, no matter how distasteful the idea may be to you.  Your finances may have a "feast or famine" quality about them.  Prepare for the "famine" by conserving some of the excess at times of "feasting."

Sun in the Seventh House

You learned early to get along with others, and you feel that you function best in partnership with another person, whether it is for work or play.  You are able to see both sides of a controversy and can even help others settle their disagreements.  As a matter of fact, you may pursue this as an occupational goal and enter a profession in counseling or consulting.

With the Sun in this house you need to learn to be more independent.  It is nice to have partners to work and play with, but you need not sacrifice your needs in order to please a friend.  Sometimes you must be willing to let a loved one go in order to keep them.  Social status and a good reputation are important to you, and you enjoy receiving recognition and public appreciation.

In relationships you must learn to let your partner take the lead sometimes and to not be too demanding.  You tend to be dependent on your lovers, particularly during times of difficulty.  Therefore you must choose your partner carefully, and unless he or she can also be a friend, close companion or business partner you may soon become bored with the association.

You are happiest in an egalitarian relationship, where both partners exercise a sense of fairness with the other.  Your relationships will be very important to you, and you are proud of your talent for getting along with others.  Just be sure that your love life does not dominate your life to the detriment of other aspects, such as your career and social life.  Your partner may be the perfect match for you, but everyone requires stimulation from other areas of life as well.  Be sure to allow room for your partner to have friendships and activities in which you do not share.

Eighth House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Moon square Venus  (Strength:  06.36)

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Moon opposite Uranus  (Strength:  05.29)

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Moon trine Midheaven  (Strength:  05.01)

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Moon conjunct South Node  (Strength:  03.86)

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Sun trine Neptune  (Strength:  05.98)

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Sun sextile Pluto  (Strength:  01.38)

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Saturn trine Venus  (Strength:  02.57)

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Uranus opposite Moon  (Strength:  05.29)

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Uranus square Venus  (Strength:  04.93)

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Uranus sextile Midheaven  (Strength:  03.72)

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Moon square Venus  (Strength:  06.36)

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Moon opposite Uranus  (Strength:  05.29)

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Moon trine Midheaven  (Strength:  05.01)

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Moon conjunct South Node  (Strength:  03.86)

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Ninth House Ruler Sign and House

The Ninth House

The Ninth House controls activity by your public self.  It covers mental expression and public activities such as lecturing, publishing, and traveling.  Virgo is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Mercury.  Mercury in Cancer is disposited by The Moon.

Mercury in Cancer

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Mercury in the Seventh House

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Ninth House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Mercury sextile Mars  (Strength:  02.46)

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Mercury sextile Pluto  (Strength:  01.15)

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Moon square Venus  (Strength:  06.36)

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Moon opposite Uranus  (Strength:  05.29)

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Moon trine Midheaven  (Strength:  05.01)

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Moon conjunct South Node  (Strength:  03.86)

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Tenth House Ruler Sign and House

The Midheaven and Tenth House

The Midheaven and Tenth House relate to the character of your public environment.  They describe your career and contribution to the world.  During childhood they can describe the father.  Libra is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Venus.  Venus in Taurus is disposited by Venus.

Venus in Taurus

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Venus in the Fifth House

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Tenth House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Venus square Moon  (Strength:  06.36)

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Venus square Uranus  (Strength:  04.93)

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Venus trine Saturn  (Strength:  02.57)

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Venus square Moon  (Strength:  06.36)

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Venus square Uranus  (Strength:  04.93)

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Eleventh House Ruler Sign and House

The Eleventh House

The Eleventh House describes energy flow involving the structure of your public environment.  This includes altruistic, humanitarian social networking by you.  Scorpio is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by both Mars and Pluto.  Mars in Virgo is disposited by Mercury.  Pluto in Virgo is disposited by Mercury.

Mars in Virgo

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Pluto in Virgo

(1956-1972)

Your generation saw the birth of social reforms, such as free medical clinics and food banks.  Chemicals also became popular, and many miracle drugs were discovered.  There was also renewed interest in organic health foods, vitamins and herbal remedies.  You have a strong desire to achieve perfection.  Avoid being too critical of yourself or others.

Mars in the Eighth House

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Pluto in the Eighth House

You are deeply interested in psychic and metaphysical subjects and may have clairvoyant abilities.  Your relationship with a marriage or business partner may cause financial difficulties.  Can indicate possibility of inheritances.  If Pluto is afflicted, you may suffer financial losses as a result of your attempts to manipulate and control others.

Eleventh House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Mars conjunct North Node  (Strength:  02.52)

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Mars sextile Mercury  (Strength:  02.46)

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Mars conjunct Pluto  (Strength:  01.61)

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Pluto conjunct Mars  (Strength:  01.61)

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Pluto sextile Neptune  (Strength:  01.40)

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Pluto sextile Sun  (Strength:  01.38)

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Pluto sextile Mercury  (Strength:  01.15)

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Pluto inconjunct Jupiter  (Strength:  01.05)

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Mercury sextile Mars  (Strength:  02.46)

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Mercury sextile Mars  (Strength:  02.46)

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Twelfth House Ruler Sign and House

The Twelfth House

The Twelfth House controls activity and change within your public environment.  The energies of this house describe selfless service to the public, creating work or problems for the self, activities to dissolve the self, and solitary retreat.  Sagittarius is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Jupiter.  Jupiter in Aquarius is disposited by Saturn and Uranus.

Jupiter in Aquarius

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Jupiter in the Second House

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Twelfth House Ruler and Dispositor Aspects

Jupiter square Neptune  (Strength:  02.46)

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Jupiter inconjunct Pluto  (Strength:  01.05)

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Saturn trine Venus  (Strength:  02.57)

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Uranus opposite Moon  (Strength:  05.29)

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Uranus square Venus  (Strength:  04.93)

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Uranus sextile Midheaven  (Strength:  03.72)

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