May 25, 2002

The dark on the moon may sound ominous, but it really just means the closing of one chapter and the beginning of another. The closing aspects are quite powerful. This is a time for winnowing down. Diets and budgeting measures will succeed wonderfully. However, ultimatums and threats may push someone to do something he or she never intended to do.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Making your mark is a matter of sheer concentration. Start by designating more time for planning, promoting and organizing. An artistic goal can be accomplished if you don’t lost faith, no matter what. Believe in yourself at all times.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). With your confidence, you can get away with almost anything, which makes it more difficult to be good. Put your ideas out there – maybe people don’t understand them today, but they will eventually. You are way ahead in the game.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your family members will be powerfully united tonight at an important event; share both your grievances and ideas for positive change. Pin down a loved one to specific dates and times, or it will be hard for him or her to come through for you.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). There’s more to life than handling the drudgery of your everyday routine. Think about how to improve your domestic situation. Luck may come from your association with artist, musician sand writers. Couples will need time alone tonight.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Make your own plans, and enjoy yourself If others cancel consider it a blessing. Resolve a big problem with compromise, or it could drag on for months. A variety of minor obstacles are fun to tackle. An Aquarius knows how to do it..

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (May 25). This will be year of complete relief. Money issues may clear up when a long-shot career move proves to be brilliant. By August, a relationship could become more than intimate; it might actually be fulfilling. For singles, a Gemini or Sagittarian mate will provide the impetus for you to move and/or change your job. Provide yourself with long-term security. Your lucky numbers are: 6. 17, 28, 30 and 37.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). People seem to be in tune with your needs even if you don’t express tem aloud. However, you can voice your desires and still get the respect you deserve. Broaden your circle of interests, and you may just receive the money to back them.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Crack down on your goal to finish a project on schedule. You’ll find love by socializing with a mix of old and new friends. Competition may prove who is really in charge. You’ll have special luck if you team up for fun to further an altruistic purpose.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Power changes the rules of a game, and things will turn in your favor. Domestic harmony is possible when one person claims leadership and others find the joy of relinquishing responsibility. Have some fun in rambunctious social settings.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Win someone’s heart through music, art of poetry. There are huge rewards for tolerance, though they might not be apparent right away. Singles have luck in love when they let a friend play matchmaker. A pal knows what you like.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Friendship and money don’t mix now. Avoid entering deals with a buddy. Also, there is no room for abundance unless you let something goal. Be gentle with the feelings of an admirer; you may be interested in him or her later.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). What appears to be absolute is actually flexible. It’s OK to ask questions and test boundaries. Any relationship can be fruitful if you are committed to bringing out the best in yourself and your mate. You’d look great in something trendy!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Forget the formalities and relax. If you indulge in your creature comforts, you’ll quickly find a balance between what you want and what is good for your health. Concentrate on loving yourself if you want to be loved by someone else.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "Does it matter what day I propose to my girlfriend, a Cancer born on July 214, 1979? I’m an Aries born on April 19, 1976. If so, when would she and her father be most likely to agree? Please give me some insightful advice."

Too bad you didn’t include the prospective future father-in-law’s birthday, as things seem to hinge on that. The Cancer woman you love is very interested in a traditional home and family. She’d like to follow a very dutiful-wife role. For women with these aspects, they are most likely to want a marriage between Sept. 21 and March 21 of any year. During the summer months, they are not as kin on tradition. Holiday are also good periods, as family members are often in a good mood. Look at her closely because part of this Cancer’s allure is the fact that you’ve never been able to spend some real time alone with her. Aries men love the thrill of the chase. They want the woman they can’t have or have completely. Ask yourself if your competitive instincts are fired up by this Cancer beauty or if there really is communication. If you wait until next fall, the question may answer itself. Good luck!

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Star of "American Pie (parts I and II) Jason Biggs is a Taurus actor whose chart is perfect for comedy. His Cancer moon makes him tremendously empathetic and likable, which is why even racy action scenes seem much less offensive when he’s in the flick. Biggs is genuinely caring of others. He may switch from acting to stand-up comedy in a few years. Eventually he could be a successful al funny talk show host.

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