June 02, 2003

The war within involves the struggle between our impulsive and practical selves. Both have merit, but since it takes a full commitment from either to make progress, today could be slow going. You may as well get comfortable in the meantime. Treat yourself to chocolates or a nice hot bath tonight. The Taurus moon makes indulgence sweeter.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). A fragile romance needs special handling. High-maintenance individuals and rocky relationships are vehicles of learning. You may be so bold as to postpone travel or work and focus on getting a relationship back on track.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Business and pleasure can be harmoniously combined. Do stay true to your vision. Artists and self-employed people get a financial bonus. Intelligent conversation is the main event tonight.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Little details may get in the way if you allow them to. The best way to avoid snags is maintenance. That means getting your car fixed before it completely breaks down or buying flower for your girlfriend before she cries neglect.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). There’s no need to force things. Let natural curiosity drive you toward your goals. You’ve got fantastic timing now and make propositions that get immediate acceptance. Charitable acts are doubly repaid.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Health continues to be a priority, and rightfully so. Welcome competition at work – it’s when you’re up against someone outstanding that you do your best work. Enroll in a spiritual or educational venture for dating options.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (June 2). You radiate success this year. The key word is patience. You have it in you to pull off even the most unlikely stunts. Love is met this month. Singles have a magnificent romance with a Taurus or Cancer. Next month releases you from a burden, improving every aspect of your life. July features freedom and a need to select a new direction. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 31, 39, 11 and 9.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Maintain your aura of mystery today. Added respect comes from withholding your opinion. Find a way to get out of commitment you never wanted in the first place. You need freedom to pursue your own ideas.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Look beyond the immediate. Greater things await you if you keep your eye on the goal. Someone who has you on a pedestal may finally get a dose of reality, which is ultimately better for you both.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Make phone calls to keep yourself in the mind of a valuable contact. News from an ex-lover ignites a spark. Tonight, what happens on the spur of the moment (especially when an Aquarius is around) is genius.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Privileged information puts you in a position of power. Express yourself fully this afternoon; swallowing your feelings will not save a relationship. Tonight, you’re inclined to make rash decisions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). A loan is approved. Just be sure you’re doing this for the right reason before you accept the funds. Anyone who would love you more if you had more money is going to be trouble. You deserve true love.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). This will be a slow morning. Boredom is telling you something. It’s no use in showing up to the same scene over and over when you could just as easily do something new. You find what you need at the corner newsstand.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Not many stick to their own rules as effectively as you have done. A pat on the back is in order. Do some early planning for an event that happens next year. Family members need you to be very thoughtful.

THE MAGIC KEYS TO THE KINGDOM OF LOVE FOR 2003 (PART ONE OF THREE): ARIES: Learn to be more flexible. It helps you get the intimacy you want in a way that gives a partner total fulfillment, too. Confiding your love insecurities and challenges in someone you trust also helps. Romance is effortless with: Gemini, Leo and Scorpio. TAURUS: choosing the right companion seems like an obvious way to get satisfaction in your personal life, but you’d be surprised how many people go wrong with this. Being selective means having a secret list of qualifications and being willing to wait for that special one. It’s a groove with: Cancer, Virgo and Sagittarius. GEMINI: Someone dear is concerned with building each "now" moment to the hilt but gun shy when it comes to making plans. Gentle acceptance brings this reticent love to the palm of your hand. It just feels right with: Leo, Libra and Capricorn. CANCER: Cultivate gratitude even for the obstacles between you and perfect love. These are the very agents that will tightly bond you to your sweetheart. If you can admit what’s keeping you from intimacy, you’ll be able to light your love life on fire. It jives like crazy with: Virgo, Scorpio and Aquarius.

CELEBRITY: As Phoebe’s mother of "Friends," Teri Garr once again showed her wry comic brilliance. It’s important to note that Sagittarian actors have an entirely different agenda than one would think. The goal for them is not to work more often but to work more adventurously, in situations that require great stretching, learning and evolving. Look for Garr to appear in an upcoming sci-fi thriller.

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