April 06, 2001

With Mercury joining the sun and Venus in Aries, today is a primo day to let go of the past and look toward the future. You have certainty that you can make all the difference in the world. Put all your tentative plans in writing, look them over, and start making things happen. A Capricorn teaches you a valuable lesson in self-respect, so take it all in!

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’ll forget the formalities and let your hair down. The more relaxed you are, the more you can achieve. Spend enough time with family so you aren’t a stranger. There maybe a chance to take political action for what you believe in.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). A happy discovery will keep you in the money. Arrange meetings to get your ideas across. You possess the tools to go forward on the job. A competitive friend has a shining moment in which your criticism holds a great deal of weight.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Take advantage of your higher energy level, and have fun playing hard. Financial partnerships may be suffering from a subtle undercurrent of destruct. Ask questions, investigate, and keep a daily journal to clear your mind.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You have a way of breaking through resistance, but you also know when to take "no" for an answer. Something is planned to surprise you, so be prepared to change your schedule. If you give in to your mate’s wiles, you will be sorry.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The future is fast approaching, and you will be in charge of making it to the top. A book you’re very interested in reading will have the answers you seek. Focus more on giving good service rather than making big profits.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 6). It’s a year worth talking about! Your financial status sets a personal record. You’ll find the right combination of investments, savings and advisors to make the most of these funds. Next month will bring special luck to athletes and models. A twist of fate in July could have you in the middle of a fairy-tale romance! Your best signs for love are Capricorn and Aquarius. Your lucky numbers are: 2, 5, 21, 49 and 32.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). The more you know yourself, the less vulnerable you are to being led astray. Life supports you when you are patient and sensitive to others’ needs. Positive beliefs you carve into your consciousness will stick with you forever.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Follow through on a business plan – this is no time to falter. Rather than trying to merely get things done on time, see what you can do to get ahead of schedule. Tonight will be a good night to contemplate the deeper issues of life.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Know your worth. The person who will hire you will get a gem. Your first impression of someone new is correct. Do something totally off the beaten path during the evening hours. Family problems will have a way of sorting themselves out.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The only thing causing you pain is your own negative thoughts, which you can change in an instant. You have power over your mind. Collect more information before making decisions. Give yourself a make-over tonight.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Thank the lucky stars for your success in art, love and finance. Don’t let self-criticism and perfectionism spoil you day, not to mention your life. Your friends will become very important to you. Stay on good terms with the bank!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). With so much restless, sexy energy buzzing around, socializing seems far more important than completing anything tedious. Many details can be worked out with technology instead of manpower. Visit your in-laws tonight.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Don’t let popularity distract you from your career goals. You’ll hold the purse strings after you prove you can handle minimal spending. Aggressive action is necessary for love. A future travel opportunity presents itself through a new friend.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: With the Aries sun in a favorable aspect with the romance planets of Venus and Mars this weekend, you better get ready for the heat of passion to reach new levels. These three luminaries are working together to make this a memorable time for you and your mate. Turn the volume way down on the voice of self-doubt, and let your inhibitions go. In a committed relationship, a surprise romantic evening complete with a bubble bath, champagne and dessert could be just the thing to jump-start your relationship into high gear. For those single stargazers, don’t hesitate to strike up a conversation with an interesting stranger who catches your eye. The Aries sun and Venus are right there for you to offer their bold support. Besides, you shouldn’t worry about taking the initiative. Under these romantic skies, an attractive stranger has got his or her eye on you, too. On Sunday, you’ll feel like packing up the car and going out of town. Mars in Sagittarius will reward your adventurous spirit by bringing you and your mate much closer. The change of scenery will do wonders for your romantic battery. Prepare for a passion-filled weekend.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: It’s not common for a Cancer and Leo to fall in love, but if these two make it, it’s because the moon and sun rule. They have successfully combined the female and male elements in their natures to create nature’s intended balance. Leo is open and frank, and Cancer is circumspect and secretive.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson