February 17, 2002

This is the last day of the sun’s journey through Aquarius. Friends will call, and family members will have lots of lively discussions around the dinner table. You’ll have a final burst of intellectual fun and games. Tomorrow, tackle new topics and find exciting ways to add meaning to your life. Make the most of your time by sharing it with those you love.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Enjoy the glow of fun and fantasy over a carefree afternoon. A lot of talk flies around, and you’ll be easily persuaded by what you hear. Don’t be a follower. On the other hand, teamwork will help move a project among more quickly.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Overcome shyness and break the ice between you and a romantic interest. Get a chance to show what you’re made of. Regarding a church organization, make sure its goal matches your personal mission; try to avoid conflict.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Do some writing. It allows you to air out your feelings. Besides, you’re quite talented. Financial incentives inspire you to expand your business; mentors are also very encouraging. Let your mate take responsibility for his or her mistakes.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Be forthright; others will thank you in the long run. Set limits for rebellious teens. Offer a special job to someone who has proven him- or herself capable. Others will respond to your desire for balance. Create harmony at home.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). A friend will ask for your opinion. Singles will be pursued aggressively and couples will re-enact their very first date and that wonderful kiss. Change your evening plans for the better. Your anxiety dissipates with the thought of shopping.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (February 17). Follow your heart’s desires this year. Sell your work or collection of memorabilia within the next six weeks for big bucks. Your talent is more unique than you know. Love in the spring will be light, sweet and inspiring. In May, family members will make an important resolution that may improve your life. A windfall is connected to an inheritance in August. Your lucky numbers are: 1, 4, 20 17 and 46.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). A volatile relationship finally evens out. You will be the recipient of a generous gift this evening. Your former love partner might approach you with a "new proposal," but you know better. A new employee surpasses your expectations.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Sage advice helps you get a clear perspective on your life. Singles who return to their ex-flames for a short while will get wise soon enough. Financial offers can pop up from anywhere and everywhere. You can sell practically anything.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You are exceptionally confident. Exchange numbers with a fantastically with acquaintance. Begin a strong friendship over dinner this evening. Indulge in sentimentality to enhance romance. Roses and candy can go a long way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Appreciation for work you are proud of might be slow in coming, but it will be especially fulfilling when it finally arrives. You can afford to play the waiting game in matters of finance. Your romantic partner comes to the rescue tonight.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Let friends in on a secret you’ve been keeping for a long time. Domestic niceties are now affordable, so go shopping. Your resolve to put the sizzle back into your love relationship will solve longstanding problems.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You’ll instinctually follow the path that leads to love. A new acquaintance is more influential than you think. Resolve to keep correspondence more regularly with faraway friends that have been on your mind lately. Be generous.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). The praise of a parent or mentor means so much to you. Avoid procrastinating. You can find solutions by reading resourceful literature. Boost your confidence by setting up a rendezvous with a fiery new friend. Love will heat up tonight.

FORECAST FOR THE WEEK AHEAD: The last day of the Aquarian sun is a great time to join with friends and family for a little intellectual game playing. In the next few weeks, you might find it harder to engage people in exciting activities, or your schedule might not work out so well, so take advantage of this last burst of social energy. Monday, the sun will enter wise, old Pisces. Its transit through the final sign of the zodiac in weeks to come will bring an end to many karmic circles. Many people will realize the reasons for events that once seemed nonsensical. Pisces represents spiritual rebirth, and during this transit, you will balance your physical existence with your spiritual concerns. On Wednesday, the moon will enter the sign of the twins, and a little mischief might stir up some trouble that hits a little too close to home. Who knew everyone was so sensitive? Blame it on the change of environment, and try to shake it off before Saturday’s lunar transit really exaggerates everything. Oh, well, it’s good to know you still have feelings in this age of rampant cynicism.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Jonathan Demme will have another hit this year. He’s a producing/directing mega-talent with Aquarian energy just bursting from his chart. His moon, Mercury and Venus are all in this intellectual sign. He should be extra careful with legal matters this year, as activity in his chart suggests that ownership issues might come into play in June, when a female could create drama around what is rightfully his. He’ll handle it with grace.

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