February 14, 2003

Lingering sentimentality makes Valentine’s Day even sweeter. Venus in Capricorn suggests that many marriage proposals will be made and accepted today, as hearts feel comforted by the security of traditional roles. And with Mercury in Aquarius, a good number of these proposals will be made either in public or with the advice of friends.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Singles are looking at this Valentine’s Day as an excuse to get close to that elusive someone. The way to this person’s heart is through his or her self-image. Flattery, flattery, flattery will get you everywhere.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Be sweet on yourself, Valentine! Because face it, no matter how fabulous your loved ones are, you are really the one best equipped to make you totally happy. A manicure-pedicure or a trip to the mall might be in order.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). No matter how juicy the intimate details of your dear friend’s love life might be, cover your ears! Today is about making up your own rules and expectations for the romantic sector of your life. Tip extra nicely at dinner tonight.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). If you’re aloe, it doesn’t automatically mean you are lonely. At least give the holiday a moment of thought. (No, not the cynical "excuse to sell greetings cards" thought… you’re more original than that!)

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). If this day had a theme song, it would probably be something upbeat and right off the opening credits of a sitcom. You good mood is independent of outside influences like job or weather. It’s just a good mood, period.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (February 14). A golden opportunity gets the year off to a positive start. If you’ve got the confidence, take on a little more than you think you can accomplish. Pushing yourself improves your life. This month and next will give you a few unexpected checks in the mail. Love becomes sweeter in May. The best signs to partner with a Taurus and Gemini. Your lucky numbers this year are: 3, 45, 26, 2 and 19.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). A big Valentine’s gestures gets things going in a much better direction. Couples should use time together tonight to figure out a way to spend even more time together – like plan a vacation or arrange for a weekly baby sitter.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Valentine boons are much more than you expected. You might want to get a little something extra for your sweetie so you’re not caught short-handed. Singles: Put up a happy front even though everybody seems to be pairing up.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Everyone seems to be shining a light on the secret side of you today (bothersome to the very private person you are), but you shouldn’t take offense. You’re a legendary love on this day of love and others just want to know!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Many Sag, people realize they’ve got it all today – love, stability, food, shelter and family. Total satisfaction! What a thing to celebrate. Do it fast. Within the hour, you’ll realize you’re not even close to where you want to be.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your professional and social life come so naturally that it’s a big surprise when you need to work on your love life. Your loved one will only be happy when you surrender to all the mushy madness of Valentine’s Day.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Love is the answer, the question and the only thing going on. Though many Aquarian people are totally serious about someone, it’s going to take a while to feel truly safe and intimate.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). What you’re really celebrating this Valentine’s Day is your ability to decide what you want in a relationship and stick to it. Singles still looking for love: Hold out hope for the one with all of the credentials.

STATE OF THE HEART (PART SIX OF SIX): Normally seen as the time to celebrate your love for the important person in your life or to do your best to win over your romantic interest, Valentine’s Day this year changes the tune a bit. The planets call for getting in touch with your heart’s desires on a deeper level, no matter what they are. It may seem that your heart’s desires are far removed from relationships, but the truth is, spending time on them will strengthen all your relationships. AQUARIUS: it’s no small task to find birds of your rare, eccentric and beautiful feather. So when you come across this individual or when someone you already know finally gets it, it’s a highlight of the year. In the glow of love from those who understand you, you’ll feel like you can fly – and maybe you can! Look for V-Day sweeties who are Aries or Gemini. PISCES: When it comes to doing the thing you’ve always wanted to do, the excuses you come up with are so creative, you have to laugh! Get with someone who laughs with you. You’ve learned not to control the fun, so you get more of it. Your V-Day sweeties are Taurus and Cancer.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: Capricorn feels that the time is right to make a commitment, re-commit or commit in a new way. This is done in a sentimental, perhaps even mushy, way quite uncharacteristic of cool Capricorn, and that’s half the fun! Who better to be on the receiving end of such gallant gestures from the sea goat but openhearted Virgo? They are two earth signs that succeed brilliantly as a couple.

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