January 19, 2002

The sun, moon and Venus all reside in the same sign: Capricorn. This can be a cool calculating aspect, but it’s not without its passionable side. Dates could be exhilarating tonight, especially if you’re out with someone whose lifestyle is very different from your own. It’s interesting to find out how others are spending their time, money and energy.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Give a good friend more than the time of day, even if it disrupts your carefully planned schedule. A stalwart emotional nature is needed in your home. Those you love are not as sure-footed as you are, so encourage them.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Many friendly, new people are inviting you to new places, but duty calls. Take care of your priorities first – the details count, too. Caring for your own health and those of others is part of the weekend scene. Use your hidden resources.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Enjoy pleasant moments with your mate. There may be conflicts among those who figure strongly in your life. Be gentle; preserve the peace. Kids need help understanding relationships. Make a few changes based on new information.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Knowledge equals money this afternoon. You’ll trounce your competitors at a sporting or group event. You have luck with short trips, especially those you take at the spur of the moment. An ex-mate will come back to you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Your feelings are intense and powerful, especially where money is concerned. Sidestep contention, and allow your mate to air out his or her grievances without interruption. You may be right, but wait to say so later.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (January 19). You’ll attract a lot of success this year. Singles will be introduced to potential romantic partners in the next four weeks. State your intentions to everyone in February, when your fondest project could finally take off. Travel may lead to improvements in your love relationship. Make a move in May, and break into a new income bracket. Your best love sign is Pisces. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 14, 32, 35 and 41.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ll earn a lot of money from today’s investments of time and talent. Change an associate’s mind regarding a political issue. Becoming more active in a volunteer organization will help your career. Positive strokes motivate you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Consider a move – a hot opportunity awaits. Your romantic partner will be supportive if you keep communication flowing. Joining group activities will bring new popularity and prestige. Pursue new avenues for financial gain.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’ll sine in front of those who matter most. Team efforts are blessed, so assemble your friends, and get to work. Resolve domestic problems. Go all out in courting your crush this evening. Promptness ensures luck.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Shake up the status quo, and do things with your own personal style. Your intuition and intellect will help you make a name for yourself. If you develop good habits now, you’ll glide where others waver and fail.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Take charge of your own finances – setbacks are temporary and will ultimately lead to a new partnership. Stop delegating. Parents succeed when they adhere to old-fashioned child-rearing techniques. Commit to your mate now.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Use kindness and generosity to overcome an obstacle. Productivity is high, and the stage is set for achievement. Purchase items that make you more marketable. Reorganize something you rely on daily. You’ll be rewarded soon.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Stand behind your romantic partner and old-fashioned principles. You’ll impress others with your convictions. A romantic or social goal can be realized as soon as you fine-tune your approach. Help a Sagittarian friend.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: I’ve been single for a while, and I have to admit that my women friends who are less attractive (in a conventional way) and less successful (financially speaking) are getting a lot more action than me! What’s wrong with me? Where can I meet Mr. Right? I’d like to meet someone soon. My birthday is Feb. 13, 1977."

You have Mercury and Mars in Aquarius, besides your Water Bearer sun, and you’ve been under rather right constraints in the area of love and friendships, as well as general activities. Loosen up. Stop working so hard. And above all, stop envying others. There’s no need to compare yourself and see how you measure up, because love has no rules. What’s right for your (less conventionally attractive) girlfriends isn’t right for you. Trust that you are enough without all the worldly trappings with which you surround yourself, and you’ll meet someone who is worthy. Your Sagittarian moon shows that you are good at sports – a lot of physical exercise is going to give you a sexy, vital glow, and you’ll have major sex appeal at the gym, on the jogging trail or on the tennis court. By the end of January, an important friendship will be made that opens doors to a social arena rich with eligible men.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Musician Dave Matthews is a Capricorn who will someday be known for the way he helped shape the music industry during one of its most transformative times. Capricorn is the sign of leadership, and those burn under its influence often aren’t content to do things the way they’ve been historically done. Look for Matthews to make a low-key acting debut that turns into more offers for work on big screen.

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