January 24, 2002

A favorable aspect is made with the sun while the moon travels in Gemini. Your plans will be thoroughly thought out, only to end up unraveling at the last minute. The Gemini moon is as spontaneous as it is intellectual, so expect some interesting characters to cross your path. All demonstrations of thoughtfulness will be greatly rewarded under these skies.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Get busy, and be happy. Complete all pending work rather than starting something new. The afternoon will bring an idea for improving family relations. Your mate will shower you with affection tonight. Laugh and have fun.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). If you put your health first, the rest will fall into place. Improved relationships with important people are your lucky ticket to popularity. Give your all on the job, but be careful how to use your power. What you ask for will be yours.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Resist the urge to challenge authority or ague with fools. Expect delays, but use them to your advantage. Insight into individuals you love will come in the nick of time. Use your past experience to navigate a tricky romantic situation.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’re in for a day full of surprises – some will come from out of town or your past. You’re having so much fun in the social sector that you neglect the interest of your family members, which you will hear about tonight.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). A new idea may cause you to strike out on a career opportunity, but it could work out nicely in the end. If you’re traveling or running errands, be on the look out for bad drivers around you. Avoid a flirty Sagittarius – he or she means trouble.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (January 24). The world sees the star in you. Be the most assertive employee next month, and a plum offer wll be laid in your hand. Bring people together in February; they will value your diplomatic efforts. New partners will be absolutely inspirational. Love with a Pisces equals lives. Follow a new formula for success in June. Self-improvement will pay off in August. Your lucky numbers are: 10, 39, 5, 47 and 18.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Enjoy gifts and bonuses that may come your way, but be careful when spending money – you don’t want to put a crimp in your plans. It won’t be easy to hang up the phone this afternoon; an exciting individual may bless your evening.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The job you’ve been looking for could be yours at last. You might finally consummate a deal that was once impossible to seal. Communicate your needs clearly if you want a job done correctly. Tonight, a special treat will hit the spot.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Be true to yourself, as friends may try to talk you into a plan that isn’t your cup of tea. You’ll daydream during gatherings and have trouble listening to others. You’ll be more productive in solitude. Pay attention to your home environment.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Enjoy your friendships. You’ll keep your buddies, as long as you don’t ask too much of them. A party may be fun until the social boor arrives – just ignore him or her. Enjoy the lightness of the evening’s atmosphere.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). If you give more than you receive, the fun of knowing a good friend will be the only reward you’ll ever seek. A mentor has great help to offer, but you’ll need to accept some frank criticism. Be willing to improve yourself.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). The door to a new opportunity may open without warning, but you don’t accomplish it as easily as you thought you would. If you must abandon a plan because it reveals a flaw, a better one will surely follow.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Pretense isn’t necessary with a true pal, but respect for each other’s privacy certainly is. Love is strongly highlighted. Don’t let your family members come between you and your mate. Encourage a Libra to be a little more diplomatic.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "While employed as a general office assistant, I revamped office operations, developed and ran effective systems that saved the company a great deal of money, and turned a squabbling office staff into an enthusiastic, well-organized team. Now, a manager’s been hired at twice my salary to take over my work. I didn’t even get a raise. I’m fed up. When is a good time to find another job? I’m a Gemini."

What an experienced! No wonder you’re eager to move on. Geminis are noted for their excellent problem-solving abilities, quick wit and wonderfully organized minds – not to mention the gift of gab. Your chart shows both your sun and Mercury in Gemini, giving you an exceptionally powerful mind. If you’re merely marking time in an office job, this may be a good opportunity to change directions. The Venus (fine arts) and Saturn (structure) contact in your chart shows your impressive ability in mathematics and the arts, undertakings that involve beauty, balance and artistic refinement. You’ll attract a mate this year who may help support you during this transitional period. Enroll in academic courses next month. A romance could begin in the classroom. Your lucky time to seek employment is early June. Good luck.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Jennifer Jason Leigh is an actor, producer and director who has become an inspiration to her friends. They are astounded and a bid envious of her successful indie flick. "The Anniversary Party." She’ll celebrate her success in 2002 by turning down a major motion picture company to work on another movie. Her chart is quite amazing, with her sun, moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn all in Aquarius. She’s brilliant!

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