Friday’s sun opposite Neptune sets an ideal backdrop for an escape or romantic weekend, but it can also keep the guesswork and uncertainty going. If you are on the scramble because of the B.C. teachers’ strike, please know that the stars are fairly well behaved over this first week of September.

Regarding the strike—and the rest of life—look to the super full moon on September 8 and the week that follows to mark the true start of get-down-to-it time. From the autumn equinox through October, life is on a measurable move ahead. What’s meant to be will find its right stride. Still, don’t wait. Get onto it now.

Back to this coming week. Friday/Saturday keeps us fully occupied. Sunday delivers a midday dip or switch. Labour Day is a holiday: make it so. Ease up, relax.

Justice, fairness, win-win, and a better balance occupy Mercury’s mind once it enters Libra late Monday night. Practise the art of listening and take the feedback to heart. Over the next few weeks, this transit can dish up better like-mindedness, rapport, and partnership accord. It enhances the ability to communicate, negotiate, cooperate, and make money.

Even though there’s more volume to deal with everywhere, back-to-work Tuesday should be a smooth sail. The Sagittarius moon keeps the energy vibrant and the day on the go. Wednesday/Thursday, the Capricorn moon keeps it all under good control.

Aries
March 20 - April 19

Thursday/Friday, keep it fresh, socialize, and enjoy. Saturday/Sunday, money matters. Be selective, choose quality first. Use the weekend to finish off and to get the important stuff handled. While you are at it, give your lover your priority attention, too. Monday to Wednesday, you should hit a fairly smooth move-along. For the next several weeks, Mercury in Libra will improve connection and communication.

Taurus
April 19 - May 20

Take it one step at time, and focus on the short term through Sunday. By Labour Day you should feel your energy and ambition pick up more steam. The week ahead can be a relatively smooth sail. While Mercury tours Libra, matters to do with give, take, support, and cooperation need to be sorted out. Keep working on it—a better balance can be found.

Gemini
May 20 - June 21

Keep open-minded as well as open-ended. Thursday/Friday prompts a change of plans or thinking. Something spur-of-the-moment can work out well. Use the long weekend to tend to errands and finish up what’s necessary. Labour Day puts you in the mood for something more. Through the end of the month, Mercury in Libra boosts your financial, social, and love-life prospects.

Cancer
June 21 - July 22

The workweek’s end can keep you juggling or stretched. Saturday/Sunday, you should find you can get it under better control. Monday onward, aim to get a good jump-start while the stars help you to do just that. Get the conversation going, spruce up your home, improve yourself or your finances. Go the extra mile. Mercury in Libra offers you better support.

Leo
July 22 - August 22

Thursday/Friday just may spark something worth a closer look. Let spontaneity dictate your choices. Home is the place to be this weekend. Family keeps you busy. Get the necessary out of the way and aim to make Labour Day your bonus day. You’ll get off to a great start Tuesday/Wednesday. No matter what you get up to, it’ll fall into place easily and well.

Virgo
August 22 - September 22

Tie up loose ends and aim to socialize this weekend. You’ll find you have enough stamina to pack in more than usual. Mercury in Virgo keeps you going strong through Monday evening. Once it treks into Libra, you are likely to feel the switch, but in a good way. You should find that the week ahead pieces together very well.

Libra
September 22 - October 23

The Libra moon keeps you especially on the go—and perhaps all over the map as the workweek finishes out. Thursday/Friday, get your social fill. You’ll pump it Saturday/Sunday, but could take more effort, time, or resourcefulness to get the agenda accomplished. Late Monday, Mercury enters Libra. Through the end of September, you’ll keep physically, intellectually, and socially active.

Scorpio
October 23 - November 22

The Scorpio moon keeps you motoring Saturday. You have the smarts and the right touch, and the ball’s in your court, so what else do you need? Sunday could bring you to a stop, but not for long. Take Monday for yourself. Tuesday onward, Mercury in Libra sparks a good creative flow. It can also bring you added support and good feedback.

Sagittarius
November 22 - December 21

An escape-it-all, shut-it-down, or lust-filled weekend could hit it just right. By Labour Day, you’ll be ready to venture out again. Starting Monday evening, Mercury in Libra can boost your earning potential and social life. Someone or something new could grow on you. Tuesday is your most opportune day to launch it, pitch it, or introduce yourself.

Capricorn
December 21 - January 19

Thursday could throw you off-track, but Friday onward, you should be able to stay the course very well. Socialize and shop Saturday/Sunday. Take extra time for yourself on Monday. You can ease into it on Tuesday. By Wednesday/Thursday, the Capricorn moon helps you to hit your best and fullest stride of the week.

Aquarius
January 19 - February 18

Are you feeling buzzed up about some new idea or prospect? It won’t take long for you to get a handle on it. By Sunday, you should feel you have it mostly figured out. Mercury in Libra, starting late Monday, increases your options and prospects. Tuesday starts the new week on a high and hopeful note.

Pisces
February 18 - March 20

Over this next week, you could spend more than you plan, but either there’s no way around that or it’s money or time you can easily justify. Saturday/Sunday, you’re a shrewd negotiator. Call the shot; you’ll hit the mark very well. Monday is a switch-track day. Tuesday through next Thursday you’ll make great progress.