As the days grow longer and nature bursts forth in vibrant abundance, we eagerly anticipate the arrival of the Summer Solstice – a powerful moment of peak light, energy, and celebration. Here at Candlewick Shoppe, we believe in aligning with these natural rhythms, and what better way to do so than by offering a special opportunity on one of our most popular lines?

This week’s VIP is Jupiter.  Transiting Jupiter acts like a magnifying glass with a megaphone—blowing things  up, sometimes for better, sometimes for “bless your heart.” It brings opportunity, exaggeration, and a craving for more. Growth is great, but don’t confuse expansion with wisdom. You’re either building something meaningful—or just inflating your own hot air balloon.

If you’ve been white-knuckling your way through the chaos of the past few months, good news: Jupiter is  finally packing his bags, leaving the loud verbal frat house of Gemini, and moving into Cancer—a sign that knows how to make soup, tuck you in, and remind you to call your mother. Starting on June 9, 2025, the planet of growth, abundance, and big-picture vision takes up residence in astrology’s coziest corner, and honestly? It’s about time we all got a hug from the heavens.

This week’s VIP is Mercury. Mercury’s transit flips the switch on our mental circuits. It revs up thoughts, stirs  conversation, and keeps communication on a constant loop. Whether it’s direct or retrograde, Mercury updates our internal software—sharpening wit, jumbling signals, or sparking insight. Think of it as the brain’s favorite troublemaker with a clipboard.

Delicate, fragrant, and ethereal, the jasmine flower has captivated hearts and minds for centuries. Revered  across cultures and spiritual traditions, jasmine is more than just a beautiful bloom — it is a potent symbol and energetic ally on the path of inner transformation and divine connection. Below, we explore the profound spiritual qualities that make jasmine a cherished presence in sacred rituals, meditative practices, and emotional healing.

Our VIP this week is dwarf planet Eris. Transiting Eris is the goddess of discord’s calling card—disrupting the  status quo and demanding truth with a vengeance. She exposes hypocrisy, champions the outsider, and refuses to let injustice hide in plain sight. In Aries, Eris inflames the need to assert identity and autonomy. Her influence is raw, rebellious, and radically honest. If you're ready to stop shrinking yourself to fit broken systems, Eris is your cosmic bullhorn. Just be prepared, she doesn’t knock before entering.

Let’s be honest, things feel weird out there right now……..super weird….. 

One minute the market’s booming, next minute it’s a ghost town. Add in a political landscape that’s more unpredictable than a Michigan spring, and yeah folks are looking for something solid to hold onto. Whether you’re a small shop, a healing space, or slinging candles out of your garage, you’re probably seeing it too: customers coming in with tense shoulders, big questions, and a need to feel better fast. They’re not always looking for big answers, they just want something that helps them feel like they’re not losing their grip. That’s where your product selection becomes more than just “inventory.” It becomes a service.

This week, our VIP is the Sun. The transiting Sun highlights where we’re meant to show up, take the lead, and  engage with life more fully. It energizes our will, boosts our confidence, and turns the volume up on identity and purpose. This isn’t background noise—it’s the main character entering stage left. The Sun reveals what needs attention, whether it’s a goal to chase or a truth we’ve ignored. Use this spotlight wisely, it’s your cue to step into yourself and own the moment.

For the second week in a row, Mercury is our VIP. Mercury in motion shifts the way we think, talk, and make  sense of the world. It influences conversations, technology, travel, and decision-making. Sometimes it clarifies; other times it tangles wires and tests our patience. Either way, Mercury’s job is to keep the lines of communication open—even if they crackle.