October 18, 2002

There’s a palpable tension in the air as the lunar energy swells toward the outpouring of tomorrow’s full moon. If people don’t know that their j ob is on the line or their sweetheart is mad, it all comes out in the wash tomorrow. If you’ve got something to confess, say it now, and it will fall a little more gently on the listener’s ear.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Sales increase when you reacquaint yourself with the product – you are only as convincing as the product is good. A partnership may be the answer to entrepreneurial dreams. Say "hello" to intimacy when you leave pride behind.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). The truth comes out, and you clear away old obstacles. It is up to you to take the initiative in matters of love. Increased freedom of expression will help you make more money, too. Entertain selected friends.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Hot new projects around the corner require you to be open to new ideas. Friends keep you in mind for a position if you remember to tell everyone what you are good at. In love, the hurry-up-and-wait syndrome.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Beautiful people admire you. An unexpected adventure comes to find you. Be sure of your ground before acting on big opportunities. Learn all you can, as it will take you far along your career path.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). There is an attractive, intangible something about someone near. Don’t worry what others will think – ask this person out. A compliment form a special person is a boost. Comply with a family member’s request.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (October 18). It’s a year of self-expression. Your need for expansion takes over, and you may move into a bigger place or even to a bigger city. Introductions next month increase your earning potential. A holiday bonus brings a dream purchase within reach. Your best sign for romance are Taurus and Libra. Your lucky numbers are: 18, 11, 42, 49 52.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Trust your instincts. A surprise opportunity is around the corner, so dress right and remain self-assured. In love relationships, don’t make quick judgments – for better or worse, not all the facts are on the table.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). You finally get to pick and choose what you want more of in your life. If you’re still pondering your romantic agenda, don’t feel pressured to make a decision. Caring for children and other creative activities bring pleasant surprises.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Job-hunting lands a hot prospect, but it may take longer to come through than you’d hoped. Give yourself a chance to enjoy love. You get on good terms and stay there with family members and in-laws.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Embark on enterprising activities to increase your chances of advancement. All you have to do is knock, and influential friends open doors. Push and pull in a love relationship is needed for growth.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Throughout the day, there is lots of flirting; things get interesting fast. You can survive facing the consequences of your past. A positive change happens when you are wiling to make commitments.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). The keys to your soul’s longing are readily available. Set free resentments and grudges. A loved one is too demanding, but you can make light of this with rumor and still come out smelling like a rose.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). During this hot time for making new love connections, formidable adversaries can become friends – or more. Communicate with those who have been through what you are experiencing.

FORECAST FOR THE WEEK AHEAD: Friday night plays out the romantic tension as beautifully as a classic film. A single kiss means so much more – some could marry because of just one smooch! Then, Saturday’s full moon swells hearts further, until bursting is inevitable. Whether bursting with joy, passion, adoration, envy or anger, one thing is certain, it will be full blown. ARIES: Hold your temper at all costs. TAURUS: you may think you’re being perfectly clear, but you’re not. GEMINI: Lay down the law, or someone else does first. CANCER: Your partner can handle your sincerity. LEOO: Love is possible with someone you bat your eyes at on Saturday. VIRGO: Do all you can to put an uptight loved one at ease. LIBRA: Your scorn is more than a partner can bear – go soft. SCORPIO: The way you light up a room gets you many offers. SAGITTARIUS: Be careful about what you accept from a tentative giver. CAPRICORN: Smooches imply some kind of commitment – clue in. AQUARIUS: Give all you can to the one who needs it. PISCES: You know just what to do, so don’t l et one thing stop you.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: Pisces and Capricorn approach life from two different angles – Pisces, from the intuitive, and Capricorn, from the logical. Since they often come to the same conclusion despite their points of view, they make a fabulous match for long-term love. They support one another in the big picture, which makes the small stuff easy to navigate.

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