March 19, 2001

The sun squares off with Pluto, raising issues of power. You could finally resolve a long-standing problem by reassigning or reclaiming authority. Ambiguous relationships become more defined because the Pisces sun and Cancer moon point out what our emotional needs are. When you know what you really want, it’s much easier to get it.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Complications will arise, and they’ll disappear once you take responsibility for your part. Money becomes available with one phone call. Popularity with the opposite sex is incredibly high. Dozing through an office meeting will hurt your rep.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Your new friendships challenge and motivate you. Everything rolls your way in the morning because you have the gift of gab and powerful persuasion. Your luck’s not out. You’ll sweet-talk your way into a peachy situation.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your service is unique, which you’ll use as an empowering carer advantage. Others have delayed responses to your request; don’t feel as if no one is listening. Cheerfulness and good humor attracts a new friend.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Your friends will help you make money. Someone show affection through good-humored jokes or playful put-downs. If you have a problem with a loved one, state your case now – tomorrow will be one day too late.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You deserve to be happy. Set goals you never imaged were attainable. If you dare speak in front of a group or give a performance, social prestige will befall you. Get ahead in work now to avoid falling behind during the rest of the week.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (March 19). This is a year when you make speedy progress toward resolutions because you won’t quit. Surprising developments will put you in a better position at work in May. You’ll develop a romance with someone from school or work. Money given to you by a family member in June will allow you to move. Your lucky signs for love and marriage are Cancer and Virgo. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 6, 21, 30 and 9.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You can have what you so desperately want if you focus on using your time productively. People you meet at a social function will be vital to your career’s future. Make sure you read all the fine print before signing any legal document.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You are charming and energetic; make the most of any situation to advance yourself. Your love relationship will suffer from a lack of commitment if you let things go unsaid. Allow yourself to be cared for. You can’t be "Mom" to everyone.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Someone dear to you cannot complete what he or she started. May this be an opportunity for you to make money? Yes. Those who are looking for a new job have luck. You have decided to advance your chances for success.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Tackle what you’ve been putting off. Negotiations will favor you, though it may not seem that way in the beginning. Powerful physical attraction is featured. Feuding partners will kiss and make up – this is the fun part.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Relationships are solidified with contracts, whether they be verbal or otherwise. Raise your tolerance level, and be more supportive of a family member. Children thrive with a little more responsibility. Give them enough room to play.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Though you enjoy supporting others, it’s your turn to shine. Special training can eventually make you rich! This afternoon, it’s lucky to change your plans, especially if you have a funny feeling about something. Go with your gut feeling.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Develop new habits and ways to deal with stress. A promise you made must soon be fulfilled. Share your ideas with a small group – a potential business partner is among them. You’ll create a lucrative relationship with him or her.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I had no luck on Valentine’s Day this year, as usual. I’m still searching after all these years! I’ve been dating here and there, but I never seem to me the right one, or even one that I feel strongly about pursuing at all. I’m not getting any younger, either. What do you think? My birthday is Oct. 17, 1970."

Libra is the sign of balance and partnership. In fact, Libra tends to feel the most balanced when he or she is in a solid partnership. But for Libra, such an arrangement must come with plenty of autonomy, too. Libra is a mature partner who realizes that without a commitment to him- or herself first, a relationship has no basis in reality. Your sensual but stubborn Taurus moon has helped you steer clear of relationships that ultimately would never work out because you are not willing to compromise for love as much as some people would. This is a wonderful trait (you don’t waste time), yet it cases loneliness, too. Venus in Scorpio reveals that you have a side you’ll only show in the most intimate of your relationships, which makes you more choosy about who you’ll spend time with. Keep dating, and have fun without concerning yourself over whether or not you are with Mr. Right. It may be hard to imagine, but 2003 will be a good year for marriage.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Pisces actor James Van Der Beek has major investments to make this year and would do extremely well with a commercial property or perhaps even a farm! This hunky Pisces will be expanding his realm of influence and will attract more than his share of romantic attention. A catfight over his affection will amuse his fans in the late spring!

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson