The 2009 Aries Overview

I used to be hardcore into astrology when I was younger, and while I don't care for palm readers, psychics, or the "Guess Your Weight" people at the fairs, sometimes astrology, as general as they can be, can be accurate. As an Aries, I'm predicted to be (and am) stubborn, opinionated, confident, and very goal-oriented (until I get bored with it, that is). I take things 5 steps further and strive to be the best at everything I try (for example, at my Italian class awards dinner, I got "Most Intelligent" because I could answer any of her questions and verbalize well). Of course there are downsides to being an Aries as well--quick-tempered, impulsive, sharp-tongued and impatient are pretty much what freshmen feared me by come sophomore year (I don't like to waste time gathering followers!). Confidence can turn to arrogance, as well as adventurous and courageous turning to foolhardiness and daredevil acts. While I'm sure that any anti-astrologist can argue that these things can define any one person, Aries or no, I still find it funny that nearly all those traits apply to me, both good and bad (hey, I'll admit it, I know impatience isn't really that stellar. My Roman friend is always trying to "teach me patience" much to my chagrin).
C looked up my horoscope and so far, I really can't see anything that doesn't match the way I've been feeling lately. And if this is any indicator to my actual 2009 days, my year's gonna rock.
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Year 2009 Overview

Pioneering and courageous Aries is being called to times of incredible new growth and renewal. The considerable reflective time you have spent rehashing and deciding which avenue will best serve your highest purpose has shaken you to the very root of your personal belief systems. Through surrendering to your higher self, new realizations and golden opportunities you never thought possible are brilliantly opening up for you.

Your new commitment to self has given you a renewed appreciation of the your divine wisdom and accomplishments. The understanding you have radiates love and compassion, and is attracting your highest good. As your creative spirit soars, the excitement you feel helps you submit to the larger purpose and vision gained in your dream time. You are easily able to bring your work out into the world with clarity and purpose. Your heart's desires are quickly manifesting right before your eyes and you are able to reap long-standing benefits as you detach from the past and are catapulted forward.

Because of your humanitarian ideals and desire to be a helper in our emerging world, be careful not to fall into old patterns of helping others fulfill their needs rather than taking care of your own. As you grow, people are drawn to your altruistic ideas and your visionary and compassionate personality.

In spite of your good endurance and concentration, remember to take care of yourself on an everyday basis to maintain wholeness and integration. Finding a good physical outlet for your frustrations is important so that you don't deplete your energy and prevent yourself from getting what you really want. Enjoyment is the fundamental desire of your life, and you are able to create the life you enjoy.
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I found myself nodding along to a couple points they listed when first read. I've been feeling extremely grounded lately, in a positive way. As I said before, having people in my home with the constant laughing and fun, I felt home. I'm happy at my job, when I never realized I needed human interaction so much. It took me nearly 2 years to get here, and I could kick myself for not making it happen sooner. I know a lot of it had to do with my visit to Longwood in October; seeing my friends was wonderful, but also opened my eyes to the fact that things are so different now and I can only keep the memories. I'm not a part of that life anymore and I guess it took that weekend to really understand it and move on with my life. I was trying so hard to not forget my past that it kept me from living in the present. I'm ready to move on now, so I can achieve all my amazing goals.
I certainly hope that my "dreams come true" as far as being more creative, taking more professional photos, and just really working hard in general to make sure I get to Rome, become a photographer, and to be a better friend for both old and new. Certain parts of life may never be perfect, but I know that I'm happy with several other aspects and that cancels out some of the bad. I know that astrology can't really predict my future and I shouldn't base a thing off it, but if the universe does keep an eye out, maybe it'll be as great of a year I feel it's going to be. Starting this week, I'm back to Italian class, a girls' night, and I have a photoshoot with a musician Sunday. I'm all about the great starts.
LC.