Mercury goes Retrograde...

today in Kilmore at 5.59am at 19 degrees and 3 minutes of Virgo.

Timing is everything... i.e. I wonder who chose election day here in Australia!

Anyway, Mercury, the planet associated with communication, data, connecting with others and information in general turns around and appears to go backwards this morning.  Symbolically, this can mean that all of these matters will 'regress' or become more difficult than usual to deal with.  Traditionally this is not the best time to sign anything or to make a final decision; however, it is excellent for researching your options!

So, from now until Mercury goes direct on September 12, it may be best to avoid making a final commitment.  If you desperately have important paperwork to sign, etc, just be prepared for the whole process to be drawn out, or for the situation to change... or for someone to change their mind.

To get an idea for what or who may be involved look to see which houses are ruled by Mercury in your birth chart... ie, houses with Gemini or Virgo on the cusps.  Also see which house this planet is travelling through.

If you have personal planets and/or points in Virgo, you may be especially sensitive to this retrograde period.