January 09, 2002

If you were thinking too much and doing too little, the Aries moon will help balance things out. It’s a day to make up for lost time and get ahead. Under the lucky Libra sun, we should be willing to delegate to others and give up on a few difficult tasks altogether. If you haven’t made something a high enough priority, you probably have a good reason.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). There are benefits to being cynical, and a few individuals may appreciate a darker point of view. Your sex appeal is difficult to hide, so why not let it be free? Singles snag the catch of the century – try not to lose this one.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Self-control is ultimately more rewarding than having power over others. Be willing to stand outside the crowd to get a different perspective on things. Let the boss know you are serious about getting a raise. You’ll make a big purchase.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Couples finally see eye-to-eye regarding financial issues. Stop changing opinions to accommodate your mate. You are most appealing when you display independence. A Cancer friend has a wild idea you should consider.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Your work is of exceptional quality and makes you the talk of the office. Don’t worry, you can live up to your legacy. Time spent alone is personally rewarding tonight. Paradoxically, if you give love plenty of space, it grows intense.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Share bright ideas with receptive colleagues, especially by speaking in public. A client or higher-up may want more of your time than you’d like to give. Take care and be neutral tonight. Romantic partners are extra sensitive.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (January 9). Open your heart to include new and fascinating people this year. An interesting challenge suddenly appears in the form of an Aries. Strange situations lead to money by the month’s end. Just believe you deserve of it! Taking a friend’s good advice will get you the promotion or job you want by December. The best months for hot romance are April and June. Your lucky numbers are: 32, 1, 29, 42 and 25.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Subtleties you pick up will give you insight about what to do in a business matter. You are more approachable than usual, so enjoy the extra attention from both sexes. Don’t stress the small stuff. Just say "no" sometimes.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Be forward in your pursuit of love. A sexy individual is too shy to make the first move, so be brave enough to do it. You’ll remember a thought or plan you had a long time ago. Honesty is the best policy, especially when applying for a loan.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The more involved you are in the task at hand, the better you’ll feel. Surround yourself with loyal friends – this greatly impresses associates and potential love partners. Wise thoughts come to you tonight that are worth sharing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Balance your need for approval with a certain degree of rebellion. Your way is as good as anyone else’s! Challenging pursuits keep you from becoming bored, but you better expect to break a sweat tackling them.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). A clean break from negative influences leads you to a new love relationship. Couples can take classes together to revive their relationships. Adding a creative touch to home or work decor makes you cheery and artistic.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Loved ones want to know more about what you’re doing and how you think. The more you share, the better they feel about your relationship. Seriously consider a change in location – a better opportunity waits on foreign soil.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Let bygones be bygones; there’s a lot to gain if you just patch things up. Be sure you’re working with high-quality goods if you expect to charge customers top dollar for them. Expose your ideas to the largest audience possible.

astrological questions: "I’m a Libra born on Sept. 28, 1969. I’m very old-fashioned, and I want a husband who can provide my children and me with what we need. Is this in my future? I feel as if I’m being so needy. What do you see?"

A female Libra, Cancer or Pisces adheres to more traditional values and lifestyles. Romantic partnership is a priority. Although you are ambitious, you gain your ends by helping other people become successful. This is difficult in a marriage because of a woman who places all her faith in her husband can sometimes be in for a rude shock when the relationship wanes. Yet, Libras are so adamant about having a home and family that these women are more willing to take this risk. Libra women are good at backing up men in business affairs. They increase their influence in marvelous ways so that they become trusted and valued business associates for their husbands. It’s wonderful that you know your true nature so well, and indeed it is in your chart the exact relationship you want. In December, someone new comes into your realm who could be "the one," but don’t commit too quickly. February 2002 is highly social, and by March, you’ll know who has the qualities you desire.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Janeane Garofalo could create a one-woman show that becomes an independent movie this year – a la "God Said, ‘Ha!"’ Her work as a comedian is featured as the sector of public life, and it lights up in her chart during the spring of 2002. Garofalo is a Libra with her moon in its home of Cancer, which reveals her to be, in spite of her alternative-girl personal, a traditionalist at heart. She’ll keep making us laugh.

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Copyright 2002 Joyce Jillson