"Take a Leap" Day: T-minus two weeks and counting

Just a reminder -- that rarest of all dates, the 29th of February, is making its quadrennial appearance just two weeks from now. Got plans? If not, go on and think some up quick, because, according to my trusty little Pocket Astrologer, Feb. 29, 2008, is going to be a right dandy day for taking a Spirited Leap.

For one thing, the Moon will be in Sagittarius, and that (says the P.A.) "can give an idealistic feeling, restlessness, desire for adventure and sports, a love of change and motion, and the itch to travel."

Gosh, sounds like "Take a Spirited Leap," to me. But wait, there's more!

"People will be warm and friendly since Sagittarius is ruled by expansive Jupiter, but they will also have a strong need for independence and feel unable to endure restrictions." [Must...LEAP!] "People will likely feel spontaneous," [Now!] "intuitive (prophetic)," [The net will appear; I just know it!] "and animated with enthusiasm. Here the Moon stimulates our aspirations for self-improvement," [Watch me FLY!] "and brings a philosophical influence."

My wee little reference book goes on in this positive vein, and that's just in the "Moon in Sagittarius" part. Oh, but Feb. 29 is loaded with planetary "aspects," too, all of which seem plenty conducive to spirited leaping, even if I don't quite understand every aspect of "aspects." To wit:

On Leap Day, 2008, at:

• 2:03 a.m. (MST): Moon sextile Mercury -- "Communication and conversation are easy with this positive connection of mind and emotions. Practical mental abilities and good common sense are highlighted. It is a good time to conduct business," [at 2 in the morning, riiight], utilize communications media or to use writing as a means of expression." Perhaps we should all plan to be up blogging and emailing that night!
• 4:48 a.m., Moon sextile Venus -- "Sensitivity and affections are strong as subconscious sensuality seeks emotional satisfaction. This is a good time for romance or any social gathering. Personalities mellow. Dispositions are pleasant. Have a party!"
• 12:00 Noon -- Moon square Uranus -- "Expect disruptions or obsessions with the unusual and unconventional." [Break with tradition! Take a spirited LEAP!]
• 8:31 p.m. Moon sextile Neptune -- "Sensitivity opens the unconsciousness. Imagination is strong and inspirational."

See? A perfectly wonderful day to Leap. That's Feb. 29th, two weeks from today. Personally, I didn't need any more convincing. It's enough for me that there is but a single Leap Day in four long years. Rather like Presidential elections and the Summer Olympics, only way more fleeting -- and fun, I think, for the Average Joe & Jill. So don't miss it, okay? Get ready to LEAP!