November 02, 2001

Fortuitous perceptions are your key to a life of abundance, and don’t worry if they don’t show up in your world just yet. You can’t trust your eyes and ears, but you can trust what you believe in. Saturn, our planet of lessons, goes retrograde, adding unpredictability to the mix. Don’t be quick to judge what’s good or bad luck. Just watch how things unfold

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Losing a battle does not mean you’ve lost the war. Keep trying, and you’ll be victorious in the end. A chatty friend will accidentally expose your feelings for a fellow Aries while he or she is in the same room. Let this be an icebreaker.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Everyone will notice your vim and vigor. You might be asked to become more involved in the office’s decision-making process; you should feel proud of yourself. Take the time you need to complete a project for a close relative.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Treat a co-worker to lunch and get vital in formation about an upcoming policy change. Meetings will go extremely well, especially if you planned them beforehand. A colleague has an idea for a new project. Enjoy a romantic dinner.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You will be paid quite well. A decision about whether you’d like to pursue a new love interest or job needs more research. Ask for opinions tonight. Everyone likes to contribute to what you’re doing. You’ll find great advice.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The boss will notice your optimistic attitude and reward you for it. Forgive a relative for a recent mishap. He or she really needs your support now. Generate buzz about your current romantic status by sending yourself flowers or candy.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (November 2). Love will embrace you this year. Be grateful for everything you have, taking care to maintain it. Your wealth will triple. The last two weeks of December will be the prime time to make a career move. Being honest with your mate in January could lead to a wedding by next December. Travel in May. Your best love signs are Leo and Aquarius. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 11, 33, 29 and 38.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You must accept an offer to attend a gala social event, as you will meet influential people vital to your career. Be firm with a Scorpio when your decline a romantic offer. A Leo asks for your honest opinion, so give it to him or her.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Your creative energies will groove with the work you’ve been doing lately. Spend the evening with old friends from college or a former workplace. Do not let an excuse deter you from getting back on track with your fitness routine.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Success in business will come in time, and your patience will pay off, too. Be mindful about what the critic inside you is up to, Skeptical thinking may keep you from being open to new ideas and, therefore, new abundance.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). A business investment you recently made with a Libra is definitely a sound one. A stable environment is what a child needs in order to feel secure. Your romantic partner has thoughts that may lead to a permanent commitment.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your popularity at work will increase after you decide to be instrumental in getting current policies revised. A phone call from a Scorpio will hold great news. Investigate different ways to get all the exercise you need.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Get together with relatives to discuss options for the site of an upcoming family gathering. A Sagittarius is stronger than you think. Be kind to a friend who is in need of extra attention right now. Romance will be hot tonight.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Winning a competitive athletic event will pique your curiosity in pursuing it on a professional level. Scan the stores for bargains, as you have some cash to spend. Your romantic partner will give you something unexpected.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: The Scorpio sun is intense, passionate and sexy. The Gemini moon promises to put a little fun and the gift of gab into the weekend. Go on and let people know what you really think. It makes you more attractive. Everyone is drawn to the person who knows his or her own mind. Aries: Give up what you can’t change about your partner or yourself. Taurus: You might get a little tired out by the recent excitement in your love life. Take it easy and get sleep. Gemini: The heat is on you. You’ll be in demand and field offers all weekend. Cancer: Be the lucky host or hostess with the mostest (that’s if you want th4e most action in your love life). Leo: Someone who has been teasing you will finally stop and deliver. Virgo: Your mate will give you well-earned respect, and not a moment too soon. Libra: You can relax now; that special person loves you unconditionally. Scorpio: The weekend holds magical potential, so don’t be so focused on proving yourself that you forget to enjoy yourself. Sagittarius: Your spiritual values will play a prominent role in your love life. Capricorn: Both couples and singles will dare to make declarations of love and possibly a major joint purchase. Aquarius: When you don’t are whether romantic sparks light up, a flame starts to burn. Pisces: Friends will open a whole new world of fun to you. They might even introduce you to the love of your life.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: Libra and Aquarius have a lot in common, although Aquarius can sometimes seem far out, even to Libra and its more liberal ideas. Libra has the ability to open the "feeling body" of good ol’ detached Aquarius – it’s just what the doctor ordered. Libra, on the other hand, will enjoy the company of Aquarius’ ever-widening circle of friends. Both can talk themselves silly and should practice developing silent communication.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson