May 26, 2001

Hurrah! Today’s absolutely the best day of the year for writers, salespeople and entertainers. Why? Jupiter (power, good luck, money and fame) and the sun (your soul) are in Gemini (sign of writers, performers, deep thinkers and teachers). If you are in any of these occupations, or want to be, please start with a flourish. Make a name for yourself.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’ll solve long-standing problems by negotiating now. Important people take your side. You have luck establishing new friendships with those you’ve admired from afar. You’ll met your dream mate in the midst of an argument.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Attend to money matters, and get ahead of your competitors. Splurge on equipment for a hobby, and you could end up making this a new career. A partner’s jealousy of your recent success makes you question his/her love.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You are in a no-win situation with a friend. The less you do, the better. Don’t alter your routine because of your disappointment. If you stay on course, you’ll come out on top. A trip gives you a new approach to a money problem.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Your family is being over-demanding. Spending more time outdoors or exercising makes you more effective. A purchase can be returned, but you must be adamant about not wanting the item. Let a Gemini play matchmaker.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Release the artist within you. Take lessons, visit museums or attend plays, and your own talents will be invigorated. A touch-and-go business deal succeeds when you add a new product or partner. Children desperately need your love.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (May 26). All the pieces of your life start falling into place when you make a tough decision this month. As soon as you start "movin’ on," others will be more kind and loyal. By June 23, you’ll start reaping the benefits from work done early in the year. Invest in yourself: Buy new clothes or a new car. A former mate will come back in August. For new love, look for a Leo. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 14, 20, 44 and 56.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Total honesty is called for. Others mistake your friendliness for softness. Two close friends are fighting for your attention, and they may intrude on your love relationship. A shopping expedition yields a unique discovery.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Have fun, and your optimism will attract others who will aid you or your case. You have luck when you extend invitations or accept them. To find love, you must push beyond your comfort zone. Stay away from boring people.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You are on the homestretch, so don’t give up just yet. Refuse to sign anything until you consult your lawyer. A popular, newly available love potential is far too "high maintenance" for you. Remember, simplicity makes beauty.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You are ignoring subtle clues that are alerting you of trouble. Someone you adore is the culprit. Make summer plans now, and stop waiting for others to act. Attend parties because they’ll open doors for you. You’ll have a blast, too.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You find the courage to deal with a difficult relative, and when you do, problems will disappear quickly and pleasantly. An overheard conversation gives you profitable information. Connect with long-lost work colleagues.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Complete a task, and you’ll feel better and even more sensual. Accomplishment brings out your zany spirit. Gardening calms you. Ask for more time to pay on an overdue bill. You’ll find love with someone much older or younger.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Romantic obscurity keeps you from falling in love. Communicate clearly with your romantic interest. Rid clutter from your home, and let go of the negative parts of your life. A smart relative can help you enter a new, more lucrative career.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I was born on April 11, 1951, and my husband is a Cancer born on July 6, 1953. Are we in for the long haul together? We have three kids, and things are financially bad. There’s tension in the house. Can we find relief?"

Your career will be the savior. Something you did or are working on now is going to blossom into a prospering job or business. It probably will be a self-owned business that you start at home or via the Internet. You want to spend all your time dealing with your children, and this job can be done mornings with plenty of follow-up works in the evenings. You must extradite yourself from the financial grip of your husband. This windfall will also be the emotional outlet for all your pent-up emotions. Your Cancer husband is terribly angry at himself for not being able to provide mor, but he may take this anger out on you, inappropriately and even unintentionally. However, to stay above this fray, you must have some outside support. Family and friends can offer plenty of it, but to restore your self-esteem, there’s nothing like a bit of business success. Start planning today.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Helena Bonham Carter will soon be starring in "Planet of the Apes." She displays such great Gemini versatility, as she expands her acting scope and takes on a producer role, as well. Her English tradition commands she’ll start developing her own movies, following in the footsteps of her former boyfriend, Sagittarian actor Kenneth Branagh. As for love, she’ll diversify her affections by seeing two men this summer, one residing in the United States and the other in England. She’s unstoppable!

To find out more about Joyce Jillson and read her past columns, visit the Creators Syndicate web page at www.creators.com

Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson