Horoscope - October 12 (Thursday)

The Gemini sun and Libra moon are highly compatible – two air sign placements that mix up the social energy and let everyone have a good time. It only takes a smile to start the conversation, and connecting with people while out and about helps everyone feel good. Mercury in Cancer brings the talk to emotional issues, and bonds are forged.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). A family social engagement proves to be much more fun than you thought. A Virgo or Taurus seeks advice regarding a financial decision. Take a good look at yourself before complaining to a partner.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Don’t be too hard on yourself, you always have everyone’s best interests at heart. Take comfort in the fact that your top priorities are maintained perfectly. You’ll get great enjoyment out of a cozy evening of reading.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). It’s not time to fall prey to discouraging thoughts. You attract others because of your self-confidence and willingness to believe. Turn the corner on managing your health. Flowers and candlelight make your evening special.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Speak up regarding anything having to do with the home. It’s your time to get what you want. If someone you know disappoints, this has nothing to do with your personally. A longtime friend is in need of financial help.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’re a dynamo of effective action today; use the extra energy to finish that nagging household chore. Tune in to your sixth sense about where the bargains are, you’ll find a bunch of them. Charity work may lead to romance.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (October 12). You imagine big success and obtain it. A bonus this month is the beginning of something great for your career. Travel in the next three months will be to a beachfront locate. July is exceptional for social matters – you’ll find one person you love to be with and spend most of your free time exploring this relationship. A Taurus or Virgo will make a hot romantic prospect.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). If you must work, make sure to call loved ones often. A special evening is planned. Enjoy nature; a long walk is just what is needed to work off the stress of last week. Family support is high, makes sure to say thank you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Recent financial pressure lifts today. Enjoy the moment. Emotional companionship is that you seek, and it will present itself when you’ve done some soul-searching. The conflict is a troubled friendship is resolved.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your inability to commit fully only creates great frustration in your partner. Resolve issues you need to face. A financial decision will benefit you or a relative. Let the family fight it out amongst themselves; keep quiet.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). A strong belief in your dreams will make them come true. Visualize the perfect relationship, and it will materialize. You have emotional resources to draw upon you never thought you had. Give intellectual ideas an outlet.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Organization offers great peace of mind. Enter a new realm of understanding in love matters. You have at least one thing to prove to yourself before you commit. Everyone is looking to you for guidance and advice.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). What you thought to be a crazy idea proves to be the best solution for all. Grateful acknowledgment comes from an unlikely source. Find your sense of adventure before an unfavorable routine sets in. Travel is in the budget.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Longtime efforts at self-improvement pay off when you reach a breakthrough with diet and health. A close friend is the first to compliment you. Your self-esteem gets a much needed boost. Flaunt the new you tonight.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I don’t think it’s totally my fault, but I’ve been in and out of foster care ,juvenile detention, and jail my whole life. I’ve had some bad influences, including the guy who I got caught with this last time. But he’s totally straight now, with a legitimate job and everything. I’m out of jail in a few months, and he wants to see me. Should I see him or try to move on with my life? My birthday is March 19, 1953."

Taking responsibility for your mistakes is the first step toward not repeating them. You were born in Pisces, symbolized by two fish swimming in an eternal circle. With mercury in Pisces as well, you are highly influenced by the moods and emotions of those around you. You have an unfailing sense of compassion, and you make a loyal and dedicated companion. These loving and humane attributes could be a disservice to you when your mate is a destructive person. Your Taurus moon and Venus give you your appreciation for the finer things in life, and both these earthly influences favorably aspect your Pisces sun and Mercury. Establishing roots and creating a home you can be proud of are important to your emotional well-being. The combination of earth and water in your birth chart is a strong and effective union. You have the stamina to succeed, and you’re not afraid of hard work. See what it’s like on your own first.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Steffi Graf’s remarkable tennis career is a testimony to the powerful focus created by Mercury, Venus and the sun, all deposited in Gemini. Whatever this Gemini does, she does it with everything she’s got. Venus in Taurus gives her the desire for roots, so don’t be surprised when she and beau Andre Agassi tie the knot later this year.

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Copyright 2000 Joyce Jillson.