these are sometimes hard to figure but, here are some easy steps to get the job done:
Moon signs are...: Just as your sun sign is determined by the position of the sun at the time of your birth, the moon sign is determined by the position of the moon. The sun sign can best be summarized as representing what other people see in you. Your moon sing represents what you see in yourself. Some astrologers, although they are a minority, consider your moon sign to be even more important than your sun sign.
Deturmining your moon sign: This link gives you a wonderful example and hands-on activity.
http://www.ofesite.com/spirit/horosc...n/moonform.htm
Rising signs are... : The Rising Sign governs your outer personality and physical attributes. It represents your self-image and, to a considerable extent, how others see you. It also affects your health issues and the type of illnesses you may experience.
The Rising Sign rules the first house, so its ruling planet is usually designated the ruler of the horoscope. Unless poorly aspected or otherwise weak in comparison with other important planets, such as the planet ruling your Sun Sign (the Sun-ruler), this ruling planet is the most important one in your chart. (Astrologycom)
Deturmining your rising sign: Follow this link to learn more about your rising sign and how to deturmine it.
http://www.astrologycom.com/asc.html
Hope this helps all!
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