I don't want to alarm anyone

I just want to inform you that Mercury is about to go Retrograde.

This can cause challenges in communication and information and Mercury rules these domains.

This need not be catastrophic, in fact, simple awareness of it can help.

But we are heading into the high travel season of the holidays and one of my favorite astrologers, Dipali has some helpful hints for us:

Best Way to Prepare & Suggestions:

The suggestion is: to finish up Holiday shopping in advance, writing out cards and any other preparation ahead of time. Due to Mercury being retrograde during most of December, people may encounter more mental stress and strain with delays or snags in travel. It is best to value the quiet time and appreciate the fact that the things slowing down will ultimately help you if you have the understanding. -Complete things that are left undone, projects, organizing, sorting out. -Triple Check all appointment details -Add extra space between appointments and while traveling -Back up your important documents, files and pictures onto an external hard drive. -Leave time to mediate, relax, dream and be in the non-linear space -Try not to force the mind to produce if you don’t have to. -Wait to sign important documents or make major decision until early January 2011. -Wait to purchase “brand new” electronic items if possible (renewal is fine) -Clear Away Clutter: old documents, paperwork, files & sort through the last 3 months. -Renew commitments. -Now is the time to review your thoughts, perceptions, words and actions to see if they are in alignment (Capricorn) with your goal(s).

the good news is there is a huge potential for transformative energy in the coming weeks.

I'm going to go back to painting my nails.