Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2007
February 14, 2007 - March 8, 2007
Mercury begins its retrograde period at 10° Pisces and continues its backward motion to 25° Aquarius when it goes direct on the 8th of March 2007.
June 15, 2007 to July 10, 2007
Mercury begins this retrograde period at 11° Cancer on Friday June 15th and continues its’ retrograde motion until Tuesday July 10 when it turns direct at 2° Cancer.
October 12th, 2007 - November 2, 2007
Mercury goes retrograde at 9° Scorpio on Friday October 12 and continues its retrograde cycle until it goes direct on Friday November 2 at 23° Libra.
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Mercury turns retrograde three times a year, as a rule, but the effects of each period differ, according to the sign in which it happens. A planet is described as retrograde when it appears to be moving backwards through the zodiac. This phenomenon occurs by the planetary motion created by the earth, with relation to other planets in our solar system.
Planets are never actually retrograde, go backward or remain stationary, they just seem that way, due to this optical illusion. Let's not sugarcoat it: This isn't the time to sign anything important, kick off a new relationship or expect a last-minute birthday card to make it to Aunt Sue. Retrograde periods, although often problematic for us earthlings, are not uncommon. Each planet retrogrades, except the Sun and Moon. Mercury, much like the winged messenger of the gods, commands us to speak and take action. Communication, intellect and awareness are all within Mercury's domain, as are logic and reasoning, our manner of thinking, and how we create and express our thought processes. Mercury is about a quick wit, quick thinking, possibilities, opinions, reasoning and the ability to rationalize things. It also prompts us to move from one thing to the next and to get answers on both a physical and psychological level. Mercury's energy is both dexterous and perceptive. Mercury is about short trips: the workaday commute, a visit to a neighbor, and a weekend getaway.
Siblings, and transportation in general, are also within Mercury's realm. Speaking, writing, books, online communications and learning are ruled by Mercury. This Planet implores us to express ourselves often -- and well. When Mercury goes retrograde (the appearance of traveling backward), however, our communications will be challenged. Because Mercury rules communication and transportation, these two areas are most influenced during a Mercury Retrograde period. Conversations might be more difficult, as crossed signals and unclear meanings confuse normally straightforward discussions. Still, with a little caution and consideration, you'll get your point across. Similarly, be prepared with a back-up plan when you're traveling. If your flight gets canceled or your car won't start, remain calm and make the best of it. Who knows -- you might not have met that fascinating new person in the airport lobby or bus stop if you had taken your flight or driven to work.
Remember, we can use this powerful energy in positive ways. Use this time to do activities that start with "re": repair, review, renegotiate, research and redo.
ASTROLOGY SOURCE/Toni Thomas E-mail:javamist@aol.com 770-587-1910 Ask for Toni
Mercury rules thinking and perception, processing information and all means of communication, commerce and transportation. By extension, Mercury rules people who work in these areas, especially people who work with their minds or their wits: writers and orators, commentators and critics, gossips and spin doctors, tricksters and thieves. Mercury retrograde gives rise to personal misunderstandings; flawed, disrupted, or delayed communications, negotiations and trade; glitches and breakdowns with phones, computers, cars, buses, and trains. And all of these problems usually arise because some crucial piece of information, or component, has gone astray, or awry. When Mercury is retrograde, everyone's thinking is more introspective and we tend to think about issues and concern that relate to the sign involved.
There is little choice but to reconsider one's personal views and opinions about life. There is, however, an opportunity to gain insight into one's own ego. Ideas are not easily translated into money or other tangible rewards while Mercury is retrograde. Literary pursuits tend to be stymied in one way or another. Artistic tendencies including crafts, music, art or design tend to be blocked by circumstances beyond one's control. Legal matters will proceed slowly and unforeseen obstacles tend to emerge. Mercury retrograde tends to lack depth of perception and has no patience for detailed analysis. All areas of communication are affected. Methods and motivation for learning, communication and transportation are subject to difficulties under this aspect. It brings travel snafus and missed appointments of all kinds. Documents can go astray. Be sure to carry a diary and refer to it often. The good things to do when Mercury is Retrograde: meditate, clean house, contemplate, edit the book/poem/song/essay you've been writing, talk to your pet, listen to music, paint, catch up on sleep, brush up your resume, finish what needs to be finished!
