Your Sex Magic Reading for July 2009

The end of June and beginning of July signify to most of us the lovely long warm days of summer. The sun is so amazing: our entire solar system could not exist without it. It warms our bodies and makes us feel energized and alive. Two cards influence this month: The Chariot and Strength. Both cards represent our ability to change and move against adversity. They ask us to become heroes and face the things that threaten us. Both are about being true to who we are and proud of where we came from. It is no wonder that cities around the world have chosen to have their Pride celebrations at this time of the year. May we all celebrate our differences hand in hand, walking together in the light, instead of living in darkness. Please support and fight for equal marriage for all.

Sex Magic is being conscious of what you and your partner(s) want and making it happen.  It's about letting go of your stigmas and pretenses and getting real. Each month, I will draw three cards for each sign. We will look at the month with the Overall Card. Each month has its own tone, and this card sets it. Next is the Challenge Card. Here we look at what pushes your buttons. Sometimes the challenges propel us forward, or they keep us from really seeing what we need to focus on. The final card is your Homework: what you should be working on this month to enhance your sex life.

Aries
Aries: March 21- April 19 for July 2009

Overall: The Fool
Challenge: Master of Fantasies
Homework: 5 of Whips

New opportunities are in abundance this month as you find yourself seeking out exciting new things to put some spark and spank into your sex life. Every turn provides you with endless entertainment, and you enjoy the anticipation of new encounters.  I know you’re thinking, “Wow that’s great!” Well, it is, but hold on there dear Ram. There is a flip side.  Your challenge is not to get caught up in your fantasies and/or past emotional traps. We all have this deep need to come to terms with what we desire, and this is your month to process those needs. Your homework is as ‘bi-polar’ as the challenge. You need to either put your foot down when your partner steps over the line, or you need to simply walk away. You are truly the master of your domain.
 

Taurus
Taurus: April 20- May 20 for July 2009

Overall: The Lovers
Challenge: Knight of Vibrators
Homework: Page of Pentacles

After a few not-so-hot months, things are finally starting to sizzle for you, my dear Taureans. Being a fabulous lover starts with you. Self-love is so important, and I’m not just talking about getting your own rocks off. Love yourself for who you are. Be real. We all have bumps and blemishes where they don’t belong. Stop trying to be perfect. None of us is. What is it that you truly want in your love life? The answer to that question will become quite clear this month. But try not to be too impulsive. Even if you meet the hottest hunk you have seen in decades at Pride, it might be better to actually get to know him instead of just finding the closest bathroom stall to get some fast action in. Let things develop at their own individual pace, and the seeds you plant this month will come to full bloom by the end of summer. 
 

Gemini
Gemini: May 21- June 20 for July 2009

Overall: The Magician
Challenge: 3 of Whips
Homework: The Devil

So there isn’t a person alive that hasn’t lied to get something they wanted. I know you have done it once. I’m guessing at least twice. The trick is to make sure you don’t hurt anyone along the way. It’s OK to desire things that you can’t have, but when you throw deceit in with lies, you have a pot boiling over with trouble. Be warned, my playful Twin: this is messy territory. This month’s homework is fairly deep. Look at your shadow side. How dark is it, really? Are you addicted to something you know is unhealthy for you but continue to do it anyway in secret? Do you seek revenge when you don’t get what you want? Or do you just let it slide off your back and move on? Whatever the case may be, this month is all about being aware of how you react to things that push your buttons.  Whatever the situation you find yourself in, think about what it would be like to be on the receiving end. Hot sex is better when the playing field is level, and everyone knows what is on the table.
 

Cancer
Cancer: June 21- July 22 for July 2009

Overall: 7 of Swords
Challenge: 6 of Fantasies
Homework: Strength

I want to wish a happy birthday to all you Cancers out there. This month is going to be an interesting one for you. Have you been finding yourself lately wondering what is missing from your relationship (or lack there of)? Don’t spend your birthday month feeling like you’ve forgotten something. That is such a waste of energy. Instead of focusing on what you might be missing, concentrate on what you have. Call an old flame and tell them how important of a role they played in your life. Don’t be surprised if you end up hooking up with them again. Spend time with the people that matter. The wonderful thing about hooking up with old lovers is since you know each other fairly well, you can skip the mating rituals and go straight to the hot sex. Have a great birthday month traveling down memory lane. Don’t forget to get at least two spankings for every year you have been alive. You know you like it.
 

Leo
Leo: July 23- August 22 for June 2009

Overall: 9 of Cups
Challenge: Page of Whips
Homework: 10 of Cups

Why is it that Leos get to have all the fun?  I’m sure it’s because they demand it and will take it even if it is not offered. Leos are vocal and that can either rub you the wrong way or turn you on. This month is going to be one hell of a fun ride for you, my darling Lion or Lioness. Planning on partying like it’s 1999?  Well, this is the month to do it. Go out and be a little flamboyant: wear that pink boa with matching panties to Pride and… nothing else.  It is all about having fun this month. Find what makes you smile the most and do it. Over and over again. Seriously, the hardest thing for you this month will be to figure out how to answer your phone and give a hand job at the same time. However, even with your social calendar totally full, you still do have homework. By the end of the month, one person is going to stand out as “the one,” and it is your job to let them know that. Man, it is rough being you.
 

Virgo
Virgo: August 23- September 22 for July 2009

Overall: Mistress of Whips
Challenge: The Moon
Homework: 3 of Fantasies

There is a little irony to the first card I drew for you: the Mistress of Whips is also known as the Virgin Queen, your matron. What does this mean for you? It means that July is going to be spent looking deep into things, exploring how they affect you, and figuring out what you can learn from it. You really want to know the truth, but sometimes you are willing to make exceptions for the people you care about. Don’t. Get to the bottom of things this month. Get a little emotional. I know it is difficult for you, but seriously, tears heal. If you lover is not doing it for you this month, go out with your friends. Reconnect with the people who adore you, whether you are dressed to the nines or just wearing the same boxers you wore on Monday but inside out. By the end of the month, things will greatly improve, and you will have spent some time with all the friends who make you smile.
 

Libra
Libra: September 23 – October 22 for July 2009

Overall: 2 of Paddles
Challenge: Page of Vibrators
Homework: 4 of Fantasies

Libras are known for desiring harmony and balance in their lives, and July is no different for you. The overall energy for this month is based on harmonious change. Things will gradually shift from one state to another without much commotion. I have one thought for you: boring. How about spicing it up a bit? First of all, take a trip. You have been stuck at home way too much lately. Once on the road, do something a little daring. Go to the topless pool in Vegas. Hit the gay club in a small town. Don’t wear panties while you visit a national museum. You need to shake things up a little bit. While on your trip, figure out what really is missing from your life at home. We all want to be able to sit under a tree and have our choice from the things handed to us. Let’s hope that when you get home, you will be able to stop staring off into space and choose.
 

Scorpio
Scorpio: October 23 – November 21 for July 2009

Overall: The Hanged Man
Challenge: 5 of Fantasies
Homework: 10 of Whips

There are times when I pull cards and grimace at the draw. This is one of those times. I will not lie to you, my dear Scorpio, because of all the signs of the Zodiac, you understand the deep dark shit better than anyone else. It is going to be a tough month for you. If I were you, I would spend it observing and analyzing instead of taking action. Even when we want to cry over spilt wine, it is important to figure out how the darn goblets fell over in the first place. It is all a part of the healing process, no matter how painful. Let go this month. Take some downtime for yourself. Not only do you really need it, but you deserve it. Grab the two glasses of wine that didn’t spill and head off to some quiet place where you can be alone with your vibrator and your thoughts. The good news is that next month can only get better.
 

Sagittarius
Sagittarius: November 22- December 21 for July 2009

Overall: The Sun
Challenge: Ace of Paddles
Homework: The Hermit

Summer is here, and you are ready for action! Goddess knows you have more energy than you’ve had in months, and you really are reaching out and connecting with lovers left and right.  It is an amazing month for you my big Centaurs. Is your fantasy to be one of the go-go dancers on the Good Vibes float? Just ask. I am sure they would love you up there. There is no rain in the forecast, so you can go about doing what you want, when you want. You get to be true to your heart and wear your desires on your sleeve. I’m happy for you. When the sun goes down though, I want you to focus on a few things.  First of all, pace yourself.  You should set up goals for yourself this month (but you don’t have to start working on them until next month). Make sure you get some downtime.  Those Energizer batteries have to be recharged at some point or another. 
 

Capricorn
Capricorn: December 22- January 19 for July 2009

Overall: 8 of Whips
Challenge: 4 of Paddles
Homework: The World

Can I switch my birth sign this month? Maybe I could be an honorary Leo this month? Their Sex Magic reading is way more fun. Then again, I read them as I pull them, and I won’t make an exception for my own birth sign. Overall this month is about interference. Sometimes gears get stuck, and instead of oiling them and getting them moving, we let them freeze up. Our control issues like to get in the way of us really experiencing life.  Maybe you really should have your partner tie you up and leave you in a dark room with no knowledge of when you will be set free. All that alone time will give you a better sense of what needs to change when the opportunity arises. Ebenezer Scrooge comes to mind. Being rich and powerful is nothing without someone to share it with. Don’t get caught in your own worst fears. Surrender to them and you will be set free.
 

Aquarius
Aquarius: January 20- February 18 for July 2009

Overall: Master of Paddles
Challenge: 8 of Vibrators
Homework: 2 of Whips

This is your month to shine. All that hard work you have put into yourself is being noticed by everyone around you. Suddenly, you are the shiny new toy that everyone wants to get their dirty hands on. Run with it! Wear that thong to the beach. Buy that super-hot corset. It is all about physical displays this month. Freddie Mercury singing “Don’t Stop Me Now” comes to mind. You are going to be the center of attention whereever you go, but be aware that the month will fly by and the carriage will turn back into a pumpkin as soon as the clock strikes Leo. Even then, you will have some wicked hot memories to keep you going.  Have fun. 
 

Pisces
Pisces: February 19- March 20 for July 2009

Overall: Death
Challenge: 9 of Paddles
Homework: 2 of Fantasies

A water sign in a water sign month always has its challenges. It doesn’t help when the overall energy for the month is change. July is all about letting go of the shit that just doesn’t serve you any longer. It is important to really look at what is valuable in your relationship (or in the relationship you want for that matter). I realize that your partner’s desire to masturbate to women who look nothing like you, really pushes your buttons.  On the other hand, this is the same person who holds your hair back when you are puking from your night out with the girls. Which is more valuable to you? Find new things to do with your lover this month. Put aside the things that bother you, and reignite that initial spark that brought you together. Even the pesky snail is vital to a healthy and beautiful garden. Bury the old crap somewhere and explore new possibilities.
 

June 27th, 2009
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