Virgo goddesses have sand everywhere and they are wondering how to organize the pail, shovel and castle they are making. The water is out of control; the tide is high and holding on seems like dream.

2010 demands courage and calm. It’s Mercury Retrograde now so things seem extra chaotic, backwards and messy. This savvy, problem-solving Auntie has to think way outside the box and rebuild the structure.

Form seems like a thing of the past. Things used to make sense - I used to have money; I used to know where my keys are. What’s happening? How to reshape one’s life- this is the question. I don’t even have time to read anymore. Virgos are searching for order and perfection but during this turbulent economy, they have to tailor their expectations to the times we are living in.

The best you can do? Set highly realistic goals and remember you can’t control other people. Use time wisely, bettering yourself in all aspects - health and career especially, gaining self-reliance. If you depend on yourself, no one can disappoint. Have some rituals set aside for play; hang out with the children in your life and laugh. Create some art and food that reminds your charkas the point of it all.

When past entanglements come back to haunt, close the doors that drain you. Let in the light of the relationships that add to your tool kit in this life. Focus on the big picture and let a mess spread its messy wings for a bit. Choose your battles and pet peeves with care and keep those lists active, crossing off the most important priorities first.

Virgos are detail savvy and glamour gals at fixing what’s broken. They have a magic and momentum other signs envy. Reinvent your ideas and use your resources now - 2010 wants a fresh perspective and leaders, not followers!

Jeannine Mercurio is a counseling astrologer.