April 21, 2001

No matter what the weather is like, it’s bound to be a beautiful day, because the sun enters Taurus, the sign of money and assets. Profits will suddenly increase. Optimism returns to the economy, and entrepreneurs will find ways to launch new businesses and regain lost customers and clients. Job-seekers who aim high will receive plenty of offers.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your social life continues to be the main topic of conversation. You get plenty of attention from the friends you care about, or from a special someone. You won’t be making any commitments because your mind is on your career.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). After all the chores are done, you’ll be ready to relax with your favorite meal and glass of wine. A friend will be there to enjoy it with you, too; but there’s still a lonely spot at bottom of your heart. Don’t fret. You’ll meet someone very soon.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Imagination and originality flow from your fingertips. Impress the person you’re hoping to have as your life companion with your wit and humor. If you don’t cook tonight, at least dress creatively. You’ll entertain and humor yourself.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’re taking care of everyone in your world and having the time of your life. A child’s party requires your full attention. Have them pitch in for the cleanup, though. Don’t forget to talk, sing or laugh while you harmoniously work together.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Despite your best efforts, a jealous friend my diminish some of the fun with your new acquaintances. You’ll eventually get it all straightened out and drop anyone who wants to be close to you in an infatuated manner. Don’t be mean, though.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 21). The year holds powerful potential for career changes that take you close to fulfilling your goals. In June, you’ll meet a new love interest, and in October, you may easily become engaged. The summer months include travel with a companion, perhaps into untrodden territory, where you’ll find new adventure. A big project can lead to a nice promotion by next year. Your lucky numbers are: 2, 11, 21, 24 and 38.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Shopping for your new home will be fulfilling. You’ll find what you want, and at the right price, too. Tonight, invite a Scorpio to share your bounty. Phone calls will brighten the evening. You may even win a contest through the phone!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Don’t expect anyone to know your heart’s secrets. You are do discreet that you’ve hidden yourself away without intentionally doing so, and now a little loneliness pervades. Express your innermost feelings to a sibling or close relative.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Since you understand all the ins and outs of the game that’s being played, you can win with easy. Ask yourself if there are other players worthy of your admiration. Competition brings out the best side of you. But don’t be naughty.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Get rest, even amid all the social whirl. Consider going back to school. The evening will bring an opportunity to contact old friends. Clarify how you feel about someone who is wandering. Help him or her find the right path.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Get ready for a week of decision-making. Rest, dream and get to know your inner self. Tonight, come clean with someone who wonders if you belong to them. Communication is the key to happiness in any relationship.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). All the fun continues, and you awaken to a phone call with another invitation. An exciting chance to broaden your knowledge will come from a neighbor. Keep your security system in check, especially with new people always around.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Be tender with the one who has shown you his or her heart’s secret desires. Help older people understand the ways of the present day. Bargain-hunt in the evening, and you’ll come up with treasures. A Gemini greatly admires you.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "Can astrology help me teach my children to get along? My son, age 8, is a Capricorn, and my Gemini daughter is 7. My son is good with her sometimes, and he can be helpful to me when he takes care of her. But he gets bossy with her at times, making up rules and forcing her to follow them. In turn, she knows how to drive him crazy by making fun of him in just the way that embarrasses him (by hiding his homework or running through the middle of a game he has carefully set up)."

One of the great uses of astrology is to gain insight into human relations. Personality characteristics of the sun signs are where we begin, but a trained astrology can study our natal charts in depth and interpret the intricate influences of all the planets. There may be games – cards or board games – that these two can co-own and play together. Make sure that you’re there to mediate when the rules are set up, and you can then hold both children to what they agreed upon at the start. Each of them should have their own toys and time to themselves. It will then be clear who the transgressor is during playtime.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: James Garner is an Aries with the very prominent Neptune in powerful aspect to his Mars, like many great actors whose popularity endures. These two planets also happen to be in Virgo and Pisces (respectively), which are the signs commonly associated with cameras and camera work. Neptune adds longevity to the chemistry between James Garner and the camera. It won’t die down anytime soon.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson