February 7, 2001

The moon in Aries continues to amp up the Aquarian sun’s energy, cranking your social life up a notch or two. Don’t delay travel plan or an important phone call, now is the right time. Just be sure you’re not buying anything in order to "keep up with the Joneses," or you’ll be regretting it by the end of the week. Energies will be high well into next month.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’re released from a commitment you never wanted in the first place. Take advantage of your new freedom to pursue an idea you’ve been contemplating for a long time. Consider a new look; it will do wonders for your self-esteem.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Look beyond the immediate. Greater things await you if you keep your eyes on the goal. Someone who has you on a pedestal may finally get a dose of reality, which is ultimately better for you both. Your money matters will improve.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Maintain an aura of mystery today. Added respect comes from withholding you opinion. Grant a request to someone you find attractive. A difficult family matter resolves itself when you become involved. Speak you opinions.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Make phone calls to keep you in the mind of a valuable contact. News from an ex-partner ignites a spark. Tonight, what happens at the spur of the moment (especially when an Aquarius is around) is ingenious. Be creative and independent.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’ll get burnt out if you stick to one thing for too long. Cutting edge technology and access to the newest information adds immeasurably to your success potential. Take art classes; it’s a sure way to find a new, fascinating love interest.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (February 7). New sources of money are featured this year! Promising love becomes official in the next three weeks. Your career plans are delayed in July, but will leap forward in September. You are well-matched with a Sagittarius or Leo. Develop your hidden talents in March. By August, a new business or financial offer will upgrade your lifestyle. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 24, 39, 45 and 12.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). New information will awe you – assimilate quickly and change your attack tactics. Dating tip: Write a detailed account of your most fascinating life events. Next time around, you’ll be prepared when people want to know about you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). A burst of temper can actually be healthy. Keep the faith; you can get out of a rut. Tonight favors organizing, especially throwing and giving things away. Encouraging attention from too many admirers leads to trouble. Calm your ego.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). A diet makeover improves your energy. Verify information over the phone to save time. You have as many chances as you’ll need to make that personal goal, so don’t berate yourself after the first try. Your friends are lost without you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). A new business is not entirely aboveboard. Do the research so you are not sucked into time-wasting schemes. First dates are favored. You have the most fun at the movies, theater or an outdoor game. Having fun is your goal tonight.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). When pitted against someone outstanding, you’ll do your best work. Enroll into an educational venture, and you’ll be swamped with dating options. Let the little things roll off you. Trifling matters are of no importance to you now.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Self-worth shouldn’t be based on what you own; still, a large purchase may be irresistible. You spare no expense to get what you really want. Attend a show, or find another way to inspire yourself creatively. Educate yourself tonight.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You work on a project independently, and paradoxically, you get help from others. Special procedures or routine audits are lucky. Study this afternoon – later you can apply what you learned and impress your superiors.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: Two Geminis in their twenties write: "Everyone says we’re too young to get married, but we’ve been living together for a year, and are very much in love, so why not? Also, we heard that people of the same sign should not marry. Is this true? We’ve already tested the grounds, and feel that it’s time to take the next big step."

Similar signs have similar tastes and characteristics. Just be sure that each of you have a few outside interests that you don’t share. This will guard against boredom, which Gemini has a very low tolerance for. Here are other matches that share enough similarities to be a winning match, but not so may they bore one another! Leo and Aries: Two passionate fire signs who motivates each other. June is your magic month. Taurus and Virgo: Many similar character traits – the two form an instant trust with each other. April is your magic month. Aquarius and Pisces: They share similar values and a fascination for the other worldly. March is your magic month. Cancer and Capricorn: Both have a strong traditional sense, and believe in building a home and family life they can be proud of. July is your magic month.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: This year possibly features new children for basketball great Hakeem Olajuwon. Athletes are blesses to be born in the sign of Aquarius, which represents a fine melding of mental and physical agility. His Sagittarius moon is an aspect representing tireless energy. Born with Mercury, the planet of communication is backward motion, it may be difficult for Olajuwon to express himself in words, but on the basketball court, his opponents know exactly what he means. Sure-footedness is his characteristic.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson