Horoscope - December 9, 2000

The new moon kicks off the weekend with a fresh start. This is the perfect time to reinvent yourself in someone’s eyes, or even just in your own. The past is forgotten and forgiven. The Sagittarius moon is a burst of energy, and the spirit of exploration takes hold tonight. You are luckiest when you follow your impulses to go somewhere untrodden.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You gain new insight when you talk to objective friends. Delegate minor responsibilities. Spend extra money if you want better quality. Give in to your romantic inclinations instead of making people prove themselves time and again.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). An enchanting new love interest puts an old relationship out of your mind. You and a friend may have drifted apart irrevocably; go your own ways. Time with family is productive and delightful. You will impress your siblings tonight.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). If you manage not to get embroiled in social politics, you’ll be the star of the show. Meet your financial deadlines, or you are changed with late fees. A quiet evening allows you to unwind and catch up on correspondence.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). If you must work over the weekend, at least keep careful record of hours. A loved one arranges an opportunity for you to travel. A mentor or love interest introduces you to VIPs; just be yourself, and you’ll make a terrific impression.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Big movers make their big moves, and enterprising newcomers create new rules for old games. Caution: You’ll be taken advantaged of unless you negotiate for a lower price. An Aquarius becomes your confidence booster.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (December 9). A year when you follow the golden rule and reap its promises. Travel next month brings new love, possibly a Capricorn or Virgo. Couples become closer when they work together for the good of a third, nearly helpless, party. Job changes happen in March. You will come across many thrills this week. Your marriage months are February and next June. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 36, 21, 50 and 26.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You are in a power cycle. Sudden opportunities must be grasped! You’ll get enormous inspiration from sports. Young family members need your guidance. Take time to listen and you’ll prevent domestic unrest later. Call your loved one.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You are over the pettiness that someone else could not let go of. Life improves immensely when you know and enforce personal boundaries. Help a friend make arrangements for a social gathering – romantic perks are in store for you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’re considering a move. Big lifestyle changes are easier than you think. Privileges will be revoked if you challenge authorities. Keep an eye on your valuables while out on the town tonight. Your best signs for dates are Libra and Aries.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Romance is well underway, you decide later whether he or she is "the one." Use your imagination and resourcefulness in problem-solving; you’ll wind up being glad you had that problem. Fixing your car should be your top priority.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your home becomes the focus as it is increasingly important that your surroundings reflect the way you feel on the inside. A trip is vital, no matter what the cost. Who you know becomes very interesting to a boss or partner.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). If there’s something you’ve been wanting, now is the time to go for it. An artistic endeavor that’s been unappreciated finally hits its mark. Tonight, mad love with someone who drives you crazy is possible. Solitude is refreshing.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’re the dreamer and are most effective working with a pragmatic partner. Devote time to sports or recreational bliss. Family concerns are less important than they seem – encourage others to lighten up. Be a loyal friend.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I was in a relationship that I thought was a quite good a year ago, but my Aries girlfriend ran off with another Aries. I keep thinking that she’ll come back. Should I wait for her, or should I pursue a Capricorn friend/love interest who keeps asking me out? I’m a Virgo, and I am extremely confused about what to do."

If you are wondering why your Aries left, there is not one solid reason that would satisfy your curiosity. It’s more like a million small things that added up. Your ex-Aries generally felt underappreciated and slightly picked on over the course of your relationship. Ironically, you probably feel like you were the one who was picked on and undervalued. Of course you were both right. It is likely that an Aries will reappear in your life, but it won’t be worth the heart ache because this person will turn right back around and run. Go for the Capricorn. This person possesses the stability you need after such a blow to your romantic ideology. You are a nurturing person who always has a ready shoulder to cry on. Your former Aries took this quality for granted, but a Capricorn will recognized it as a gift. Capricorn is an earth sign, just like you. You two will make a much more beautiful pair.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Little Richard shows his Sagittarius pioneering spirit through his voice. He gave the world its first true taste of rock vocals. His special scream and amplified approach to singing paved the way to decades of rock vocalists, from Janis Joplin to Axyl Rose. Trailblazing is a Sagittarius specialty. With Pluto, the planet of transformation, conjunct with Little Richard’s sun, his luck never runs out.

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Copyright 2000 Joyce Jillson