Horoscope - December 20, 2000

Early this morning, the Libra moon yields to Scorpio’s sexy influence. The excitement of sexual attraction is in the air. For couples, it’s a good time to renew love. Couples are in danger of falling prey to a sense that one is taking the other for granted. Avoid useless bickering! This is when you should be building strong emotional bridges instead.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Use creative imagination to improve your home life. Hunt for bargains. Today’s clever money management enables you to take advantage of future opportunities. Employment seekers: Don’t worry about slow progress due to the holidays.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). People are willing to do anything for you. A few hours of fun in the afternoon make work much more pleasurable. A child finally agrees with you about a decision. Double check the phone bill for a costly error; you may be losing money.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your original ideas can be sold for more than your manual labor, so start working smarter. Recommit yourself to a creative project. You’ll receive terrific news about family. Community events will bring you luck. Join holiday gatherings.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Strength of character is what others are looking for. Assume the lead position, only if you have the experience to make wise moves. Allow children to take part in the planning. Enjoy a sit-down meal with a close friend tonight.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You lose yourself by dashing off in search of passion. Children are a source of pride, but they require coaching. An artistic touch helps you do routine work with flair. Your efforts to involve everyone may be more trouble than it’s worth.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (December 20). You are ready for the big time, and you’ll make it happen. A raise or promotion is in the cards for January. You’ll meet a new love in March, and by September, a major commitment is possible. Career opportunities abound in July and August due to the help of an influential friend. Start a new project in May or July. Your best signs for love are Pisces and Leo. Your lucky numbers are: 13, 5, 39, 21 and 7.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). If you have a funny feeling about a social arrangement, don’t hesitate – cancel it now. Make a two-month projection before committing to a financial plan. Your family catches your contagious sense of humor. You will laugh ’till you cry!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Someone who is pressured to take sides will stand behind you. Introspection can actually heal an ailment. A partner may be in limbo, but that doesn’t mean you have to be, too. Move on with your life. Search for the best bargains.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Recreate your look, and an admirer will go wild. Feeling relating to independence are powerful. It’s a perfect climate for getting your way with little effort. A competitor backs down. You will receive fantastic benefits from your job.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’re more inclined to share resources with new friends than old ones. Examine true feelings about a relationship you never evaluated. Logic wins at work. It’s lucky to do a favor for an Aquarius, if it’s not much trouble. Show glee!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Support from those you admire and love can actually heal a wound. Your artistic expression captures the interest of a new mate or friend. Don’t join a friend for a shopping spree without a list; your budget might be compromised.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You could be attracted to one who never appealed to you before. Use time more wisely by cutting down on telephone conversations. Listen to a person who has strong instincts about your romantic situation. A Pisces is an ideal friend.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You are growing stronger and wiser, and must be patient with friends who progress at a different rate. Co-workers will finally appreciate you, though you feel your job is thankless. Seek a Cancer for fun on the town; paint it red!

ASTROLOGICAL HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE (PART THREE OF THREE): What do you buy the Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius or Pisces in your life? Sagittarius needs the adventure of travel and beats up his/her luggage faster than any other sign. Therefore, any items that make travel easier are a hit, such as blowup neck pillows, small razors or compact toiletries. Also, Sagittarius is always in need of fine lotions, perfumes or colognes in pursue-sized bottles. Capricorn is excited by gold and platinum anything. As a hard-core traditionalist, gifts that remind Capricorn of the season are very welcome, like quality-burning wood, ornaments or religious items. Quality stationary, fine liquors and high-end desk accessories are also popular with Capricorn. Aquarius is always in need of mental stimulation, and will thank you profusely for books (especially nonfiction), computer or video games, and electronic accessories such as minimaps, phone books, calculators and so on. The more complex, the better! Pisces is the sweet sentimentalist of the zodiac, and will appreciate how much thought went into your gift more than the gift itself. For this sign, find items with personal meaning and symbols of your deep affection. Poetry, music and family items passed down are especially effective. You can be sure that your gift will be treasured!

CELEBRITY PROFILES: This is a year of realization and reconciliation for Sagittarian Jane Fonda, who could publish an autobiographical book in 2001. Her generous Leo moon pushes her to volunteer even when it seems unlikely; she will be able to help the less fortunate. Several fire signs in her chart show personal drive that certainly helped her in attaining much success, including an academy award and a multimillion-dollar fitness empire.

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Copyright 2000 Joyce Jillson