February 12, 2001

Conferences and chance encounters – even a request for a raise – are blessed by the moon, sun and several planets. Smile at absolutely everyone, whenever you get the chance, because good fortune may come from an unexpected person or the most trivial encounter. The clerk who sells newspapers may have the magic word that provides a key.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). A Sagittarius has important date for you; he or she may also serve as a go-between with your boss. Good relationships make the difference all day; go about a task alone some other time. Ask for advice from an expert you highly respect.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). In the midst of those routine chores from which you derive such strong feelings of security, someone may please you with unsolicited attentions. You owe at least one letter to one who is waiting and waiting. Get in touch; feel connected.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Cancers hold the keys to your success today. Struggling pals need favors and know you have the soft touch; be canny, and give what works for you. Self-sacrifice is not necessary this time. Stories told tonight will echo eerily in the near future.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Impractical dreamers are drawn to your magnetic and reassuring presence, sort out the freeloaders and send them packing. Enter contests, and add to collections. Intentions of your mate should definitely be examined.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). A special connection to a power mogul might supply a break, but not at the expense of a colleague or friend. Put in a good word for a cousin or a new friend, and subsequent gratitude will bring bountiful rewards. Don’t exaggerate though.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (February 12). What you’ve learned from life’s lessons within the past two years is now transformed into the power to take your life anywhere you want to go. Focus on your ambitions; set goals, if you haven’t been, and make plans to reach them! June will bring a love interest that you can count on, although a charming rebel may try to distract you. Marriage is featured in August. Your lucky numbers are: 2, 12, 15, 22 and 31.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Not everyone shares your values. Include all of your friends when organizing plans for an event. True love seems too much to hope for; your standards are lofty, and romantic potentials are merely human. Learn new business tricks.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). A fellow Libra is your best confidant; you need a sympathetic ear regarding the return of an old romantic flame, just when you were feeling healed. A problem with a child can be solved now, with gentle but firm honesty.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your fears about your finances will dissolve when you clearly focus on facts and figures. Criticism from you is unlikely to change a family member or mate. Rest and relax in beautiful outdoor surroundings; you need spiritual nourishment.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Good news: The easy way out is just around the corner! You’ve not been your carefree self lately, but you can’t pinpoint what’s bothering you. Being the team leader brings real progress; inspire your colleagues to do their best.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Stubbornness in those around you is really a reflection of your own; through our behavior, we teach others how to behave. Shop for something spiffy; you’ll find bargains in the cool; elegant style you love. Indulge tonight

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Libras are irresistible today, and one of them wants favors from you. A friend offers to pick up the tab for a get-together, since you’re supplying the great ideas for the group function anyway. Practice your leadership skills all day.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Brilliant solutions pop into your head as if they were whispered by an angel on your shoulder; perhaps they were, so keep listening. Expend less energy on worry and more on practical action. Your punctuality has improved.

ROMANCE IN THE MILLENNIUM FOR ARIES, TAURUS AND GEMINI: Our new-age gurus tells us that consciousness is advancing, bringing new maturity to the human race in the age of Aquarius. The new Aries: Heretofore famous as a perennial naive and an idealistic romantic, the new Aries has learned that ideal love does not arrive in a perfect form, but that a nearly perfect relationship can be achieved by the couple that shares a vision. The new Aries is able to live up to standards of fidelity that would have proved too challenging in the past, because he or she is actively working to make the true love fantasy real. The new Taurus: In the past, the practical needs of Taurus dictated the romantic terms. Now, Taurus has gained self-understanding, and knows that security cannot be attained with just a house or a marriage license. Flexibility is required to meet the changing times. Taurus is learning to be a listener, using communication to create the lasting love that they need so much. The new Gemini: Gemini has learned to take the possibility of true love more seriously, which they were afraid to do in the past, for fear of being hurt. The new Gemini risks a broken heart, because real security can be built with commitment (a word Gemini used to fear) and consistent effort. The new Gemini has admitted that security is what’s most important.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Judy Blume’s long and successful career in writing children’s books was assured by strong Jupiter and Mercury (both writer’s planets) near her Aquarian sun. The strong Aquarian influence in her chart also guaranteed that she would not be afraid to be controversial, and Blume has bravely been the first to introduce subjects that other children’s author would not touch. Her creativity and courage is extraordinary.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson