December 26, 2003

The Scorpio moon loves a Friday night, bringing lots of sexy intrigue to the party. Basic needs are what Scorpio is so adept at making us understand. Oftentimes, what we didn’t realize all month long suddenly becomes painfully obvious under the Scorpio moon. Use better judgment tonight, which will be a challenge.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your rocket is already fueled with a payload of ambition, but you’ll look around and see even bigger possibilities than the ones you thought attainable. There’s a chance to save a friend from a self-created maelstrom.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Go where there’s beauty. You need to be around it, even if it means blowing off some of your work. If you find yourself complaining about others, it’s one in the mirror who must finally be faced.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). History tends to remember those who have one big idea, and you’ll be bold enough to venture into the land of imagination, asking what yours might be. At work, it’s a case of everyone ignoring the "elephant in the room."

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Demonstrate independent thinking. You could get paid for it, and at the very least, you’ll have the satisfaction of seeing a few raised eyebrows and knowing you’ve challenged the bourgeoisie.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Your instincts for making money aren’t nearly as honed as your instincts for creating a life of romance. When engaged in a first-class seduction, you mustn’t forget about your No. 1 flirting tool – silence! Leave everything to the imagination.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (December 26). This year, you expand your sense of self. Others promote you to the level you’ve got your heart set on. All the wishing, hoping and dreaming must be followed up with really hard work, though. You can come to a new understanding with a loved one in March, and this makes your personal life a whole lot easier. Romance is featured this summer. Your lucky numbers are: 42, 2, 10, 13 and 20.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). If you try, it’s easy to work up some high-octane enthusiasm, especially if you know you have an audience of people counting on your leadership. Those who feel lost have a breakthrough – a real sense of purpose.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Information is power, and you can get it by using one of your close contacts. A Gemini or Cancer introduces ideas worth exploring. Follow-through is everything. Make the call or e-mail, deliver the goods, and then, report back.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Personalities you’re working with can be prickly – keep it low key. Personal note: Telling someone that he or she is in danger of losing you is so movie-of-the-week. Instead, go out and have fun with your friends.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You give more and expect more, too. For this reason, it’s better to be slow to commit yourself to new projects. It may seem like a good thing, but it’s likely to take three times as long as you think.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Face the inevitable – destiny is bigger than you! You’ve still got free will and can interpret events in your own way – so choose a way that empowers you. It’s wise to take all complaints or compliments seriously.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Some of you will be getting over a crush – and good riddance! Devote energy to creating a higher kind of love in your life. If you are part of a twosome, you may be learning to tolerate the habits of someone at home.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You take this thing called responsibility to a whole new level. It’s supposed to mean you are accountable, not necessarily that you are doing it all by yourself, which is not only difficult but annoying to others.

WEEKEND LOVE REPORT: This weekend marks the last hours of the sun’s stay in audacious Sagittarius. For those of you who haven’t yet worked up the nerve to take a bold romantic step, it’s time to speak up. Hanukkah begins Saturday under the Scorpio moon, and with Venus entering Aquarius, it’s likely singles could meet someone new during friendly gatherings that follow traditional rituals. The winter solstice is on Sunday, a positively magical time of year for love. ARIES: You present quite a temptation – be careful where you direct it. TAURUS: Pop the question you’re dying to know the answer to. GEMINI: Your coy ways work with half the population, and the rest needs you to be direct. CANCER: Sweethearts make you feel taken care of. LEO: Loved ones need to be taught how to love you. VIRGO: You believe love when you see proof. LIBRA: Chemistry is hot between you and other air signs (Gemini and Aquarius). SCORPIO: Keep the date you set. SAGITTARIUS: Forget about your friend’s date. AQUARIUS: You’ll laugh the evening away tonight. CAPRICORN: Slow down. Keep wedding bells in the distant future. PISCES: Yes, the other person does notice your flirting!

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: When two signs are astrologically hot like Aquarius and Scorpio are this weekend, it’s hard for them to keep their hands off each other. Sensational chemistry and witty banter are featured for these two. Scorpio likes that Aquarius remains illusive. Aquarius likes that Scorpio is so startlingly candid about what others are afraid to talk about. But Aquarius, don’t be fooled. Scorpio has secrets, too!

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– Copyright 2003 Joyce Jillson