April 19, 2001

Venus, the love juggernaut, is in its last stages of a retrograde motion. This means that love from the past could come back in the most dramatic and unusual ways. Reconciliation with relatives and neighbors will bring you all together in harmony. You can turn Mother Nature into a matchmaker if you have fun outdoors with an ex-boy/girlfriend.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You continue to play the leading role, and you may soon get an opportunity to play the part of a hero/heroine. Remember that your actions are now being watched by those who can bring luck and success. Ask for a special favor tonight.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). A hunch will turn out to be right on the mark. A Scorpio may add helpful ideas that you can use in the future. Inspiration will come in the night hours. Plenty of rest will take care of a headache. Solve problems with your vast knowledge.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). A new physical-fitness routine will make all the difference in the way you feel about yourself. Taking part in group activities is lucky. Watch expenses. They can rapidly exceed the limit you set for yourself. A Libra is falling in love with you.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Remembering the past is the theme. Family traditions can be included in your social plans, taught to children successfully or renewed within your heart. An old, true love that has been haunting you must be laid to rest. Move on.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You have plenty of restless feelings. Do you yearn to run to or from something? Team leadership is up for grabs; but if you commit, you must follow through. A Scorpio rival wants a showdown. Don’t hold back this time around!

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 19). Although matters of the heart will dominate your thoughts in June, August and October, you’ll quietly make your way to the top of the career ladder without hesitation. Family events will bring very big changes in July and may require relocation, at least temporarily. Get a money adviser if expenses get ut of hand. A new job opportunity will come your way in November. Your lucky numbers are: 2, 6, 12, 18 and 24.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Watch for an exciting turn of events regarding a financial matters. You’re ready for any test. Try to give an envious competitor the benefit of the doubt when he or she challenges you. Have no fear, for you are protected by the stars!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Perhaps your dream journey is close at hand. It is likely to be a voyage by air to a distant land. Your in-laws or relatives will depend on you to solve their problems. Patience is your best friend. They will respect you more in the long-run.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your workday holds well-earned surprises, rewards and pleasures. You feel most comfortable with co-workers from other fields and cultures. Don’t think twice if you’re considering going back to school. Sign up now!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Fascinating new worlds will open to you through your mate or business partner. Travel opportunities may arise from new associations. Enable yourself to accomplish the entrepreneurial goals you’ve been thinking about.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your home is the source of great joy and inspiration. A child will bring special pride to your life. Cooking or hosting for gatherings will advance your interests in being an entertainer. Count on a Cancer to understand your heart.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). All the networking you’ve been doing is starting to pay off. Support for your original ideas is available through the connections of a cousin or sibling, but it’s your reputation that is earning such renown. A Gemini is flirting with you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Expressions os sympathy will help a friend in a time of loss. Home expenses can be equally distributed to your housemates to make them affordable. Your boss has higher-ups to answer to and may not be able to give you a raise.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I am a Virgo and have three a strong candidates for the position of my personal assistant. There is a Libra, Virgo and Capricorn. Which of these signs do you think would best fit the job description? I need to make a wise decision."

A Virgo boss is tough. You may have a tendency to micromanage, and for an assistant, nothing is more difficult than a boss who second guesses them and involves him or herself in details of how they do their job. The Libra will be wonderful at running the public relations department for you. A smart Virgo usually learns a great deal from an association with a diplomatic Libra. Your skills are plentiful, but diplomacy is not your strong point. The Virgo will probably be the easiest to work with. Not all sun signs work well with those of their own sign, but Virgos are usually sensitive to each other’s timing and needs. They complement each other well in the workplace. The Capricorn candidate will be very sensitive to criticism. It is usually difficult for the Virgo boos to avoid being critical. It’s a part of your nature to assess and analyze the performance of others. Capricorns are perfectionists.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Gregory Peck is an actor who qualifies as a real old-adds fashioned movie star. Peck’s chart has the big planet Jupiter conjunct with the sun. Jupiter adds such power to the sun that a person with this conjunction is unforgettable – and we don’t always know why. He is "larger than life" in the Hollywood scene.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson