November 03, 2002

It’s lucky to start redefining your life under the influence of the new moon; fresh habits will stick, and it’s easier to get rid of the old ones, too. The Libra sun and moon motivate social happenings; many make connections and begin friendships. The growth of big ideas has begun so it’s times to commit fully. Hesitation waste energy.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Lovers respect you when you value yourself. Ask for loans only as a last resort. You already have more than you think. Remember, you could still profit from a little-used asset, talent or forgotten invention.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Trying to hold on to the past may be time-consuming, and ultimately, not productive. A lost opportunity or love is better in the long run. You enjoy spending time alone. Your personal freedom and independence is impressive.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You are an expert in some things but not everything. Let someone else have the floor this afternoon. A hot flirtation begins to spice up your life in more meaningful ways. Record-keeping is important.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Explain your feelings to a close friend, as he or she is probably confused by your actions. Your support means more than you know to your children. Keep promises, even if they are costly. Be cautious with whom you trust.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Cancel dates, invitations or even vacations that interfere with your marriage or family. What’s important must now come first. Tiny concessions make young people feel secure and allow you more freedom in the coming weeks.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (November 03). This year, you do gutsy and unprecedented work, which restores your faith in your ability and ambition. You’ll be able to get to the heart of the matter and truly comprehend certain issues for the first time in November. In December, your talents appear more multifaceted and versatile than ever. Reach out to the needy in January; what you take for granted can benefit them tremendously.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Determination to get ahead pushes you to meet deadlines. On dates, don’t worry about being interesting. Instead, try to absorb as much information as you can. You are likely to have conflicting emotions about partners.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Complex romantic issues will appear to be black and white. Take a cue from friends on how to be more influential in your everyday life. Your vulnerability attracts friends and passionate counterparts. Research or errands go well with a pal.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Love is easy and lighthearted. Family members use guilt tactics that you are too intelligent to fall for. Money from a surprising source is possible, and this could go on indefinitely. Make repairs now; shortcuts are dangerous.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). A daring lover may trigger a change in your affection. Just when you thought you had everything figured out, opportunities to get to know family better suddenly arise. Love and generosity prompt you to spend.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Significant talks with loved ones elevate the intensity of your relationship. You’ll make major progress on car or home repairs when you read the manual. Information from a private source clears up your questions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). An exciting, but temper-prone day awaits. Domestic matters get under your skin, but with a little patience and understanding, you’ll come to a resolution. A female’s advice is central to your success in a relationship.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Monday through Wednesday, associates gravitate around you for answers. Relatives may surprise you with news or a visit on Thursday. Misinterpretations among friends bring either humor or mayhem on Friday.

FORECAST FOR THE WEEK AHEAD: Jupiter aspects dreamy Neptune in such a way as to produce intense yearnings for a lucky life. With Jupiter’s current Taurean vibes, it’s important to remember that with sensible, logical steps, even the loftiest goals can be met. Tuesday night, the moon enters the sign of the archer, Sagittarius. Aim your activities in a streamlined way to create momentum toward your goal. Cut unnecessary, time-wasting activities. On Wednesday, Nepture stops the retrograde motion and shifts to a more direct route. If you’ve been planning circuitous ways to your means, it is now best to take a direct route. How you dream it is pretty much how it will happen. The Capricorn moon on Friday calms nerves and soothes anxieties. A feeling that everyone is playing out their role to the best of their abilities helps business go smoothly and allows family matters to be resolved. When Mars, the warriors, also enters stable Capricorn on Saturday night, hot tempers turn cool and calculating. For this reason, if a friend feels you’ve transgressed, don’t wait long to make amends.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: The consummate peacemaker Jesse Jackson will continue to make successful negotiations in the face of crisis. Though he’ll be asked to tae a position in government this year, he’ll decline. This charismatic preacher and politico who marched alongside Martin Luther King Jr. is a Libra with Mars traveling backward in Aries. This is a challenging aspect to his sun, inspiring him to strive for perfection in everything he does.

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