June 29, 2002

Catch a whiff of the artistic energies swirling around you now. You’ll be motivated to pursue an old dream once more. A former classmate may have triumphed in his or her career recently, proving to you that you could do the same. Don’t get bent out of shape in the morning, when people are in the mood to be generous. Help a friend who’s in need.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). It pays to go out of your way for someone who would do the same for you. Preserve some energy in anticipation of a wild night. You have excellent luck when playing the lottery or investing. Problems will work themselves out.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You’ve never been satisfied with the status quo at work. Boredom signals your chance to be daring and outrageous. Your enthusiasm could attract the attention you want. Give yourself an incentive to keep moving forward. Be honest.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your excellent judgment is highlighted. You’ll experience greater inner harmony as you sort out deep personal issues. Your plans for the evening might get hung up, so make sure you have a plan B. Expect the unexpected tonight.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You may have to change your tactic if you plan on pursuing love this weekend. Reading might help you come up with a new strategy. Being too accessible to someone you’re crazy about is dangerous. Stay at a safe distance for now.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’ll find prosperity from the small things you start, but take them seriously anyhow. Put your personal growth at the top of your priority list. Your jealous mate needs reassurance. An ex-flame may become a pest to you – get rid of him or her.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (June 29). Throw out all of your assumptions, and start with a clean slate. People who have held you back in the past praise you now. Foes or former employers may call, begging you to make a deal with them. Your finances may be topsy-turvy. Investments, businesses and questionable situations will eventually bring your success, even though others have failed. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 11, 12, 21 and 33.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Use your sex appeal to persuade others to do the right thing. Praise is very effective also. Take your time in refining the details of a project, and everything else will fall into place. Delays and changes in your schedule are lucky. Save time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Let yourself be guided by your ideals. New ways of saving money could impact your life, but they may also add funds to your account. A distraction will go away if you ignore it long enough. Answer someone’s questions tonight.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Relationships are confusing, indeed, so be the rock of stability for someone who’s wavering in the wind. Talking with friends and reading books help you relax. Find an arena in which to shine tonight. Show your skills as craftsperson or chef.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Be careful, or you’ll find yourself caught in the middle of a power struggle. Home repairs can wait until you have the money and resources to do them right. There are benefits from remembering names. Think big promotion.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Responsibilities might multiply, but if you know exactly what’s expected, you can delegate and have a free day instead. Tact and empathy are in short supply, but somehow, you’ve got the manners and courtesy to make up for it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). What you want may still seem out of reach. Realize that you’re not bound by the request and expectations of others. Stop thinking in limited terms! Think outside your realm. With a little love, it’s amazing how you can lift others’ spirits.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Be forgiving. Someone is intimidated by you, and he or she may say or do the wrong thing as a result. Don’t push to get back into a relationship with a former romantic partner. Seize any chance you get to tap into your spirit of adventure.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "When will I ever be financially stable? I’m a Pisces man born on March 8, 1962. I love my job but hate my boss. Will there be any positive changes this year? I don’t know where to start. Do you have any ideas?"

During July and August, Pisceans will get lots of help to get ahead on the job. First, you have several secret admirers, but you don’t realize it. Because of your gentle nature and sensitivity to everyone else’s feelings, you have not claimed as much credit for past work as you’ve deserved. Document everything of significance, whether in memo or e-mail form or in your appointment book. Consider throwing a party this summer for your business associated. They can see how relaxed and interesting you are when you’re not working. If that isn’t possible, go out of your way to socialize with your co-workers at lunch. Another lift may come from making a major change in your routine. Either before or after work, fit in a walk or workout. Anything that brings new ideas or people into your life is good. I promise that the benefits will be enormous. Good news will arrive in November, when your boss leaves or you are transferred to a more amicable work environment. I hope you find stability soon.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Boxer Mike Tyson always seems to be in the center of a whirlwind of controversy, conflict and trouble. And he’ll stay in trouble until his right to fight is yanked (I predict in 2004). Venus and aggressive Mars are both in Gemini, creating friction with his Sagittarius moon. This combination makes Tyson highly susceptible to the influence of others and sensitive to the rubs of the world – the fuel that keeps a fighter fighting.

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