Horoscope - February 1, 2001

The Scorpio lunar influence puts a slink in our walk and sass in our talk. Hidden motives abound under the Scorpio moon, so be thoughtful, and on your toes. The Capricorn sun energy helps us stick to the path we intended to take, although there are all kinds of detours and tempting distractions; many of which will cost money. Think of the future.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). A mentor saves you months of trial and error. If you can stay poised at work instead of being as frustrated as your co-workers are, you’ll be promoted in no time. You will have positive results tonight from being a good listener.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). This morning, turn down the ringer on your phone, and close the door to avoid intrusions. A focused attention allows you to accomplish more in the first 40 minutes of the day than you did yesterday in eight hours. Your needs are met.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Someone pays you more than you expected. A collection is becoming unwieldy; time to sell, or at least invest in organizers. Preventative health care is the way to go; and if you’re feeling poorly now, love can heal your ailments.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Your impulsive actions delight your foes; take time to think first! This afternoon, it’s better to do your work yourself than to try to reach someone else. Stop wavering in love. Be flexible with kids. Be decisive when it comes to discipline.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). A successful friend makes a job look easier than it is, but don’t let that stop you. Don’t wing it develop a plan to get what you want. Courage is self-generated. Sticking to a routine is reassuring – for you and the kids. Relax tonight.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (February 1). Follow your gut instincts to success! Within the next three weeks you’ll take a financial risk and win. February will introduce a new love and very helpful friends. Organize special events, family reunions or other special projects in March when everyone gets along the best. Even couples who have been together for a long time will make new discoveries in April. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 10, 22, 49 and 3.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Make sure you’re meeting your own standards of performance before you expect the same from others. The more responsible you are for your own health, the more quickly you’ll recover. Guard property, or install security devices.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You have the ingredients for success, now all you need is patience and faith. Don’t judge someone you meet this afternoon too hastily. This person benefits you in ways what are not yet visible. Young people need your attention.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Carefully study a person you would like to impress. You are transforming, and others are taking notice. Your job complaints are no worse than a co-worker’s. Don’t switch responsibilities until you know you have something better.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Check your engine in advance to avoid annoying delays. A discussion about food or health could lead to a great business idea. Gemini friends lead singles to romance. Your power color is gray: It attracts new opportunities.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You are decisive and find the shortest way to your goal. Find a new business goal by putting out feelers everywhere. The night is filled with romance if you accept an impromptu offer. Be spontaneous tonight: Dance in the streets!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You will make sound decisions by being slow to commit and extremely thoughtful. Contact with a wealthy client or patron has flirtatious overtones. A former colleague re-enters your life. Vent feelings to improve your love life.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Tremendous effort put into a creative project makes it lucrative by this time next month. Forgive a friend, and you will feel much better. A romantic relationship suddenly turns serious. If you need to slow down, be sure to inform your mate.

ROMANTIC AFFIRMATION FOR 2001: The excitement of love puts a spring in your step and a rosy hue over other areas of your life. It doesn’t matter whether you’re single or married, love is not something that happens to you, it’s something created inside of you. Here are sign-specific mantras to amp up your romantic quotient this year. Aries: "I look for the best in others and in myself, and that’s what I find." Taurus: "I offer complete acceptance of myself and others." Gemini: "I love to flirt and have fun, so I attract flirtatious energy." Cancer: "I always give a genuine part of myself, and others return the honesty." Leo: "I trust myself to do the right thing for me and expect the same of others." Virgo: "I can let go and have fun at will." Libra: "There is always someone to share with." Scorpio: "Sex appeal starts in my mind." Sagittarius: "I communicate my needs, and they are met." Capricorn: "I feel sexy, and I am sexy." Aquarius: "I attract good people, and am a great judge of character." Pisces: "I treat myself well, and others know it."

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Dr. Laura Schlessinger is an outspoken Capricorn with the kind of traditional values typical of her sign. With the most listened-to talk radio show in the country, she’s a high-achieving Capricorn who won’t stop until she reaches the top of her profession. Her TV series this year may go through many format changes before it takes off, but with three luminaries in Capricorn, she’s willing to do what it takes.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson