July 28, 2004

With the moon void of course, it’s a listless, drifty, tumbleweed-in-the-vast-desert kind of morning. From a zen point of view, this is the perfect environment to empty your mind, making it ready for future wonders to drop in. Prize space and quiet – try to get more of it in your life. Stop loved ones from distracting you with problems and chatter.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’ll get a history lesson and be determined not to repeat a doomed series of steps. Relationships thrive – you’re more determined than ever to make things work. Go for adventure tonight. Rent a boat, or fly a kite.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It’s so tempting to stick your nose into other people’s affairs, especially because you’re almost sure you can help. In fact, your influence will make a difference, but it’s all in how you approach it. Be a delicate diplomat.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You’ll be modeling exactly what you’d like to receive from others. It’s an excellent way to get what you want, though you may realize in the process just how huge the effort you’re asking from others really is.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Providing a service that others truly need brings you joy overflowing. Instructional, educational and cultural purposes are your forte. If only you didn’t have to keep selling yourself over and over. Love keeps you on your toes tonight.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You hate to feel supervised but don’t mind at all being put in a position to supervise others. it’s because you have an eye for how to complete tasks simply and correctly, and a talent for relaying to-the-point information.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (July 28). This year, an image change attracts a plethora of new opportunities. You won’t even know which one to celebrate first! Now through August features many dates. The best signs for new love are Pisces and Gemini. Overdue appreciation finally comes in January. Finances perk up when you feel your work is making a difference. Your lucky numbers are: 10, 5, 43, 26 and 18.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You have amazing problem-solving abilities, and you’ll be in a position to use them. Money is just money, so put those worries in their proper perspective, and realize what the real issue is – priorities.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). A career opportunity is passed to you, but you look at it like it’s debris from another planet that fell out of the sky. What do you think with it? Ask a lot of questions. Don’t be afraid of sounding ignorant.

SCORPIO (Oct.24-Nov.21). You’re feeling young, dashing and impetuous, and it reads clearly to the world. That’s why you’re beloved by the ladies/gentlemen. With all this new power, it’s easy to be a heartbreaker. Be sensitive.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov.22-Dec.21). Your enthusiasm for all things scrumptious and magnificent is contagious! You’ll want to experience it all but must make budget-conscious choices. Tonight, if you’re not working up a sweat, it’s not worth your time.

CAPRICORN (Dec.22-Jan.19). If birds of a feather flock together, you’ll be hanging out with some peacocks today – you’ve got stuff to strut. Your personality is colorful and vibrant, and you’ll want to share with people with just as much to give.

AQUARIUS (Jan.20-Feb.18). Your public profile gets a boost. You’ve got your finger on the pulse, which not only helps you come up with the cutting-edge solution you need but makes you the person to ask. Higher-ups may give you more responsibility.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Some situations feel hopeless. If you can’t make a difference, why make an effort, right? Well, it’s difficult to judge in the moment whether or not you’re being influential, but in the long term, all positive actions win out. Have faith.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I would like your opinion on something. My birthday is March 4, 1984, and my subject’s birthday is Aug. 15, 1981. My subject is so attractive to me. He just has this force over me. He’s so seductive and smooth, and gosh, I can never take my eyes off of him. I notice, though, that I’m attracted to a lot of Leos. Why is that? This Leo in particular really tickles my fancy. Could you give me your perspective on why?"

Mature, old souls like Pisces are often startled by the giddy, ridiculously overpowering chemical reaction that comes with physical infatuation. Leo men are particularly charismatic and exude the confidence (whether real or cultivated) that you actually would like to possess yourself. You not only would like to know what’s it’s like to be with this person, but you’d also like to know what it would be like to BE him! Or at least be as self-assured as he is. Pisces, this is your time to revel in your boy craziness. You’re learning what you’re attracted to on a physical level, but I would encourage you to bring this relationship into real life – maybe have a (gasp!) conversation? I think you’re ready.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: This year, the stars point to a juicy film role for Lisa Rinna. The actress appeared on "Days of Our Lives" and "Melrose Place." Now, she’s the hostess of "Soap Talk," where daytime drama fans can get a different angle on their favorite shows. A murderess or other intense vixen suits Rinna’s range – Cancer people are quite sensitive to slights and can relate to characters who would express their rage.

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