February 05, 2002

The moon bursts into Sagittarius, infusing the atmosphere with some fiery passion. Why stay home when the big attraction is miles away from your own couch? Those who are truly spontaneous will pack an overnight bag and get going on the journey to romance and adventure. Your financial arrangements will be taken care of as long as you have a bit of faith.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Love will be on your mind this afternoon, and the future looks bright due to optimistic influences overhead. By midnight, remove your rose-covered glasses, and you’ll se the everything is still as beautiful as it was before.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You will need to pay close attention to complications in the afternoon, so settle down and do it right. When you stop, expecting all of life to be difficult, financial gain will most likely fall right into your lap. Socialize to advance your career.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Friends are willing to give you a chance to lead the way, and the smart move is to show your willingness to serve their best interests. Luck is with you in everything you do. Most importantly, break the monotonous pattern of your daily routine.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). It’s up to you to make the team a smooth-running machine. When chaotic conditions in your environment threaten your peace of mind, keep your cool. Don’t let jealous people get the best of you, especially if he or she is an Aries.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Dig for facts tonight. Once you know the truth, you won’t be affected by the petty stuff. Being patient with picky co-workers will pay off. Maturity puts you in the lead in financial matters. Students will be ready to learn and be obedient.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (February 5). Start new ventures by the end of this month, and your luck will multiply. A new job in March may lead to a more creative life. Big funds will come in Many. Romantic opportunities will open up in April, and your best bets are Aries and Cancer. Travel is most exiting in July, especially to a destination near the ocean. Your luckiest month to enter a contest is January. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 44, 26, 31 and 18.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). People will finally show their appreciation for what you’ve done in the past. Don’t let a disagreement with your mate or best friend put a crimp in today’s plans; set aside your problems for now, and work together for mutual gain.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Watch for a sign – you might be on the brink of success. Friends have plenty of ideas, but they’re not necessarily right for you. Resist the temptation to splurge on what is unhealthy. Putting in extra effort or hours equals a fatter paycheck.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your romantic partner may be truly sorry, but he or she may repeat the same mistake. Clean your closets, and organizer your assets. You just might be able to scrape together enough cash to make an important investment.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Unpopular rules may be your saving grace in the end. Consider every angle of an argument. Most requests aren’t meant to be taken personally. Sign contracts, make commitments, and assign deadliness.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Follow a co-worker’s recommendation to seek political success. You’ll have a lot on your mind in the afternoon, but don’t allow yourself to be distracted from your duties. Taking sides between friends or relatives is a mistake.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your business is making wonderful progress, but it needs an expert’s counsel. The more you enjoy your career, the more success you’ll have. Negotiations will go well. Mingle with fascinating strangers if you want to find love.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Because you dare to be outrageous, great luck will come to you. An unexpected and interesting source of income surfaces. Don’t get too comfortable – it’s only temporary. Get plenty of fresh air this evening.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "Are there jobs available for a Gemini?"

As a free-spirited Gemini with an Aquarius moon, you have never had trouble finding work, and you never will if you remain opened-minded. Always disbelieve limitations. You are friendly, thorough and thoughtful – an asset to any employer. A square of Venus and Jupiter in your natal chart produces powerful, good fortune when you team up with people and activities you love. You have always trusted your instincts. Keep believing in yourself.

"Are marriages always indicated in a person’s chart? If so, how?"

Technically speaking, usually Venus (love) coupled with Jupiter (legalities) in a chart usually means marriage. As far as marriage goes, it was once simple to tell the number of marriages foreshadowed in a birth chart. However, times have changed, and many very intimate, long-term relationships never culminate in marriage. Even couples who have children together are not necessarily compelled to sign a marriage license. These relationships appear on one’s birth chart in configurations that used to mean only marriage. It is difficult to separate it from a marvelous relationship, which have the trappings of "wedded bliss."

CELEBRITY PROFILES: It’ll a roller-coaster year for Aquarius Bobby Brown. And this includes a legal battle based on creative differences, which he can easily win. Aquarian natives often do well in court battles because it’s easy for them to convince a jury that their intentions are good and that they are the victim, no matter how misguiding their actions may be. An adventure involving the purchase or rental of a private jet is also featured.

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