February 03, 2003

The moon in Pisces deepens or understanding of the world. Though we start off with plenty of optimism, a culmination of events could be sobering. Chalk it up to growth, and remember, you are in control of your mood. Venus is waving goodbye to the excitement of Sagittarius, so prepare for a shift in your love life in the days to come.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Others are proud of your accomplishments, and there’s no real gain from being self-effacing. A co-worker crush is mutual. Proceed carefully, as more people are noticing than you think. Give away what you don’t need.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Bargains and discounts arrive in the mail; saving money for the company puts you in the mind-set to save for yourself; too. Being overwhelmed is a danger, so make lists and ask for help.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Provide friends and family with the kind of support you’ve received in the past. Brilliant writings inspire you to new levels of accomplishment. A partnership with someone young, well-informed and energetic works out profitably.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Discover what needs changing, and fix it. Your attitude matters m ore than what happens to you. Get out of a bad situation now, or you won’t be ready when a better one comes along. Family ties benefit artists and entertainers.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Resist the need to intellectualize everything, and use your famous intuition instead. Relationships are touchy. Fear of being hurt is natural, but letting it prevent you from taking steps toward happiness isn’t.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (February 03). What was stalled last year now swings into full motion. The next six weeks are particularly lucky for love, with a Capricorn or Scorpio. Take the hands-off approach to romance, and the object of your attraction chases you. Hot spring dates include exploring dance, theater, art, photography or music. You could have an entirely different job by June. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 21, 6, 25 and 22.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’re in a position to make big decisions – talk to everyone first. Return all favors. Being indebted to others comes with a higher cost than you think. Your choices affect people far from you.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Don’t sign up for more work unless you’re a glutton for punishment! People who challenge your ideas are lucky to have around. It’s a relief when a family member stops complaining and starts doing something about a problem.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). When you’re the leader, you’re willing to put yourself on the line. Expect the same from the person in charge of your work. Sex appeal and health go hand in hand. Better nutrition keeps your attitude sharp.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ve got all the solutions, so encourage others to tell you the problem. Last-minute meeting and encounters are auspicious. Do not be afraid to speak your mind to those more powerful than you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Partners test one another; keep criticism constructive, or keep mum. You are better off seeking new horizons than trying to resurrect a past love affair. Tonight, meet new people while you’re developing your talent.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). The spirit of enterprise continues to rise in you. It’s tempting to spend money on unnecessary equipment, when what you really need is a business plan or perhaps a crystal ball. Making careful projections keeps you on budget.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You are in a high-energy cycle, and family and friends may find it too challenging to keep up. Partnerships take on an added dimension. Hold in your mind the best outcome, and you are that much more likely to get it your way.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I was wondering if you could help me figure out what sign I am and should go by. My physical birth would be as an Aries. M adoption day would be as a Gemini: My birthday celebration has always been as a Taurus. I find that I have very strong characteristics of both Taurus and Gemini and some from Aries. How should I use the horoscope in conjunction with my history? Your input will be much appreciated."

I encourage you to send me your exact birthday if you know it, for this is the day that reveals the most about you, even though you were adopted at a different date. Often when people identify strongly with the horoscope for signs other than their own, it’s because they have planets in those signs. For instance, you could be an Aries with a Taurus moon and/or other highly influential planets like Mercury and Venus in the sign of Taurus. I would need your birthday to know for sure. Your Gemini adoption day is a birthday of sorts, but the chart that it represents has more to do with your relationship to the family that adopted you than it has to do with you and your life in general.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Gorgeous starlet Heather Graham could have a huge Hollywood wedding in 2003! Her romantic sector is all lit up, and after being linked to several Hollywood’s hunkiest, she’s most likely to fall for a mature, sexy man who is a whiz behind the scenes. Aquarians need constant mental stimulation and are fascinated by technology and anyone who masters it.

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