February 07, 2003

The best advice today is to let go of the need to control how you come across. Communicate to loved ones with your heart as much as you can. This is no small task, as Venus in Capricorn tries to convince us to reason out our passions. But there are some things you just can’t intellectualize, and it’s a waste of time to try.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Hire an outside party to put an end to a struggle that’s been going on for years. Romance makes life an adventure. While others are intolerant, you get a kick out of tonight’s craziness.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You are more sensitive to rejection today but should not let that hold you back. When you talk with confidence, others listen and follow you. Money issues diminish to little or no importance over time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Thought it seems the die is cast in your romantic life, truly, the possibilities are wide open. Budgeting issues pop up – either you or your partner must change habits if goals are to be reached. Travel for business brings profit.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Lack of security is actually positive, reinforcing your inner resolve. Independent decisions are better than group efforts. Jump at a chance to take a little trip. You can positively affect your health by taking air from somewhere else.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Innovation counts more than following orders, so assert yourself. Generalities get in your way – your needs are specific, so your actions should be, too! Mental relaxation is as important to your health as the physical aspects.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (February 07). You’ve got a way of turning events to your favor in the next five weeks, setting the tone for a year of winning. Be ambitious this month in your pursuit of greater resources, but also take time to relax, or your body will retaliate with fatigue. Your full emphasis on social considerations in April makes you emotionally rich. Love bonds grow in spring. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 5, 19, 33 and 28.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You learn from the past. Old friends, classes and other activities are favored. Love relationships are up and down; you don’t know where you stand. Talk it over tonight, when wonderful communication vibes support your efforts.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). A friend could ask you to do something against your principles. You’ve got the energy and time now to get back on track with fitness and finance. Love takes over your thoughts – romantic options are very bright.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Shameless self-promotion brings interest to your projects and to you. Seek better venues to show your art, but don’t commit to any of them yet. In love, take the reins, or let the other person do it and don’t interfere.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Personal growth and relationships take precedence over career. Disputes could escalate unless you make a conscious effort to de-escalate them. Friends play matchmaker with you – very successfully.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). It’s a lucky day to submit proposals or send resumes. Home and family matters required careful attention, for which you will be rewarded richly. Singles meet someone who sizzles but may be otherwise attached.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). A young person needs more of your attention. Small details can make a big difference in your work. New projects are lucky. Suddenly, multiple enterprises are possible. Money spent on peace of mind is well worth it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You maneuver like a champ. Reach out, network, and consider new career directions. First and second calls might not bear fruit, but the third one will. Those who are unemployed will find well-paying work.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: The big news is that everything is about to get more serious, as Venus has decided to take a stint in traditional Capricorn. Love relationships are put to the respect test, and those who pass are likely to move into something m ore committed. ARIES: If you can set small differences aside, you’ll be able to take advantage of a most romantic situation. TAURUS: Someone who was intimidated by you will come around to feeling affectionate instead. GEMINI: Avoid relationship issues until your confidence is where it needs to be. CANCER: You know better than to stubbornly cling to the familiar. LEO: learn to compromise with that stubborn loved one. VIRGO: New therapies help your love life: Hypnotherapy, energy and even makeover therapies are effective. LIBRA: Hang back, and let love come to you. SCORPIO: Ask out Mr./Ms. Elusive. If you don’t get a "yes," at least you’ll know what’s what. SAGITTARIUS: Romantic beliefs you’ve long held are challenged. CAPRICORN: A calm presence in your life is a gift that makes you truly wealthy. AQUARIUS: Find romance at the mall or a farmers market. PISCES: You meet someone interesting at a spiritual gathering.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: Capricorn and Aries are wildly attracted to one another this weekend. Capricorn may feel like a parent to innocent Aries, but this feeling will change once Aries exerts those famous strong opinions. The explosive energy Aries is capable of will jolt the typically cool Capricorn into a passionate mood. Capricorn can teach Aries a few lessons about showing proper respect – if the student is willing.

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