June 28, 2002

You'll have many opportunities to meet new people this weekend. It's the perfect time to go all out when it comes to entertaining, going to parties or travelling. The celestial atmosphere oozes with sex appeal. Emotions ride on the surface. What you see is what you really get. Men may shirk from making a commitment, but women will be OK with that.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Work on building stamina. The little things matter – this is no time to ignore details. Limit your focus to one thing at a time. This evening could be the start of something good, so plan a special event with a loved one. Have a romantic dinner.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). People you admire may have you thinking about who you'd like to become. Seriously consider using your superstar sense of style to make money in the future. Kindness is the asset people will appreciate most in you tonight.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). It's OK to be the boss's favorite, but don't think others won't be jealous of your position. Enjoy accolades for a job well done in the past. Be authoritative without being nagging. Romantic vibes are hot – love at first sight is possible.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Shake the tree, so to speak, and by the end of the day, you'll have at least one good lead. You may get proof that someone is falling hard for you. If it's merely a distraction on your part, cut ties. Your small retail business will thrive.

LEO (July 23-Aug.22). A decisive move could lead to venture-capital glory. Your priorities may have shifted lately, but your social circle remains the same. Privacy is essential to concentration, so unplug the phone. Your love life blooms when you take initiative.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (June 28). You have the nesting instinct. The stars will offer you a chance to root yourself, buy a home and become a leader in your community. You have luck with technical, college or high-tech endeavors. In September, you could moonlight as a consultant, and by February, you may leave your current job. A home project in July is featured. Solve a legal problem in August. Your lucky numbers are: 2, 14, 15, 27 and 38.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22.). Whether you're hunting for love or scoping the job market, don't do it alone. Use your connections to let employers know you're available. Your keen awareness of the needs of others puts you in a position to receive extra money.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.23). Your liberal attitude at work has you longing for structure; develop a "boss within." Singles: Daydream and figure out what you want in a romantic partner. Give the underdog a chance. Don't obligate yourself to start anything after one date.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Although you were hired for your credentials, you'll be promoted because of your innovative maneuvers. Besides, you're itching to break free of conservative restraints. The astrological vibes are perfect for thinking outside the box.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Having experience in a job you love is more precious than gold. You'll be in the mood to give. Volunteering will have a positive effect on your personal life. Create home rituals that may allow family members to bond. It takes work.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Personal chaos motivates you to make necessary changes. Expect a close loved one to make a bold move – you won't be disappointed. It hasn't been easy to find mentors. They haven't been around lately. Look to historical figures.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Confessions and better communication may help you sleep easy. Ask your role model to pinpoint problems in your career tactics and to teach you how to work through thin times. Your cash flow will be more abundant in a few days.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Tune up your listening skills, and you'll learn all you need to know. Eventually, you may get your way, but compromise this afternoon anyway. Make an effort to show up in person whenever possible throughout the next 24 hours.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: Romances speeds up, and it feels as if every relationship has been microwaved. Couples are zapped with the urge to link up permanently. Within two or three dates, some couples may be ready to commit exclusively. Elopements are likely, especially if parents start arguing about upcoming wedding plans.

Capricorn's and Taureans: A current love relationship might melt down. Of course you'll be sad, but really that there's a reason for everything. Aries, Aquarius and Leos: You may fall in love at first sight Sunday. Whether you find yourself at a bookstore or shopping mall, you and a stranger will catch each other's eye, and the rest will be history. Virgos, Pisces and Scorpios: Assume the alpha dog position in your current relationship, and tune up the sexual intensity. Cancers and Geminis: You're attracted to risky relationships. Take care of yourself, please. Sagittarius and Libras: You've been in cruise-control mode for the past three weeks. Wake up! You and your mate are not communicating. Yes, you must bring up difficult subjects if this relationship is going to grow into anything worthwhile. Stop obsessing about your lack of funds; no one will notice you're penny-pinching. Focus on achieving happiness.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: Geminis and Scorpios are the yin and yang of the romantic scene. Scorpio is ripe for commitment, and Gemini could land a commitment from this longtime match. Gemini appeals to Scorpio with its wit and sense of humor, which just happen to be what Scorpio needs to get over an old love relationship. For a Gemini, the stability and wordiness of a Mars-ruled Scorpio make him or her very attractive.

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