February 29, 2004

Mercury and Neptune make a casual connection, and the dream world seems to speak to us directly. Art and music also hold answers. Imagining a scenario has a way of magnetizing it. That’s why it’s important to believe the best can happen instead of picturing our worries and fears. Children have some wild stories. Try not to scoff!

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Security has never been your thing, though friends may try to influence you by putting their own fears into your realm of awareness. If you’re listening to your inner voice, you won’t have time to doubt.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Today’s stars are exceptional for negotiating the finer points of a relationship. Loved ones will honor you as you honor them. Gut feelings are not wrong. If you’re in the wrong situation, it practically screams at you to walk away.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). An assignment centers on prioritizing your values. Is your value for family more important than your value of career accomplishment? There are no wrong answers, but make sure your choices reflect a balanced life.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’ll have idealistic ideas about what you can get done today, but at least they keep you in high gear. For socializing, a cut-off time of 5 p.m. will allow you to wind down and get ready for what promises to be an active week.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). If you’re feeling blasé, the answer is to stop making your life about survival only. A visionary spirit emerges when you’re working on something that really speaks to your heart. Do something fabulously romantic tonight.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (February 29). This is a year of fearlessness – the most empowering feeling! An extraordinary energy boost this month helps you ask for and get what you want at work. Romance comes into your life when you make room for it in April. May features a transformation, and you’ll be spending your time quite differently. Play the peacekeeper in October. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 33, 25, 10 and 28.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Finding a good outlet for your incredible hard work is key to feeling satisfied. Changes are on the horizon, and you may get restless anticipating them. What can you do to speed things along? Getting closure is important.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Even if all you do is lie around, it’s still a productive day. Letting up on a vigorous routine is healthy. Romance takes on new momentum – the process starts in your head. Singles meet eligible prospects at a trendy location.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). If you are feeling sad, communicate this. You can get a fresh start just by making your feelings known. Your thirst for adventure must be fulfilled. Plan for a trip to a far-away land. Loved ones help you make it happen.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Family discussion proves how healthy you really are as a unit. Regarding friends and finances, you can be generous, but don’t be extravagant. It only pushes away the very one you want to draw closer.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). The pressing need to be inspired could have you behaving in an abnormal way. Loved ones actually delight in your whims. Testing your close relationships could reveal that you need to renew your promises.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Know your own mind – don’t be led down the primrose path. There’s a chance to put your theory out there – it’s the cause for lively discussion. This helps real issues get examined and resolved. Enjoy music tonight.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Those who tell you to "be yourself" have no ideal how diverse you are. Ask yourself what you’d be doing if you didn’t care a lick about fitting in. You’ll play a teasing, flirtatious game. A romantic hopeful may get jealous!

FORECAST FOR THE WEEK AHEAD: On Sunday, the dance of Mercury (communication) and Neptune (imagination) will inspire vivid dreams. In fact, the realm of the subconscious seems to intersect reality in an almost bizarre way, asserting new influence in its strangeness. Thinking about something down to the last detail can help make it happen. So, make sure to emphasize the best possible result instead of concentrating on your fears. Monday brings glorious just deserts, and it’s so satisfying to see them served up – unless you’re the one being served. As karma, good and bad, returns to the rightful owner, think about what you’d like to have happen the next time this cycle completes. Tuesday, the moon is what’s referred to as void of course most of the day, so it’s better just to flow with the environment. Thursday, the sun moves into the intuitive realm of wise Pisces, the final sign of the zodiac. The next four weeks are about helping one another grow as part of the human family. The Pisces sun presents the opportunity to be compassionate, practically pushing us into a position where our hearts will be opened. The slightest gesture of reaching out to help will bring big results.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Aquarian people are innovators, and Ice-T is known as the father of "gangsta" music. Artists like N.W.A. and Snoop Dogg followed in his footsteps to create what is now one of the biggest moneymakers in popular music. These days, Ice-T spends much of his time acting in movies and on television. His Mars in Capricorn will help him make decisions that keep his career going strong into his old age.

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