May 10, 2001

The sun, in steadfast Taurus positively aspecting the Capricorn moon, will take over this afternoon, helping us to ground ourselves in reality and learn what it takes to march forward. This includes overcoming mental obstacles, especially our own fears. Neptune stations retrograde, which could make us question our dreams.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Go full speed ahead on work projects, because your energy is high and your appetite is strong. Show off charm and humor over the phone. You will attract new acquaintances, and at least one of them will be on your wacky wavelength!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Important information will finally filter through to you, but you may have to do research on its more than once. You’ll acquire luck through flashes of insight this evening. Singles will find new love on their doorsteps, so don’t overlook a friend.

GEMINI (May 21June 21). You will find fortune by using your intuition or noticing the past good deeds of your colleagues. Getting extra rest, watching what you eat and thinking positively are more important than running with the group tonight. Enjoy your own company.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). If you believe you can be someone you are not, you can be. You’ll get a break from hard work this morning! A Cancer will inspire a major change in you. Make plans for an overseas vacation. You will need to save a lot of money for it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Doors or opportunity will open when you are eager to succeed. Lukewarm efforts will get lukewarm results. Favorable offers will be topped in time, so hold out until then. Ward off illness by allowing yourself to sleep a little more.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (May 10). It’s an adventurous year, and you’re up for it. This month, you’ll get the opportunity to try out a new career path. Take it. You must meet challenges in July head on. Marriage could be the result of a friendship. A monetary situation will improve in late August. Travel is best in September, especially with a Leo. Your luckiest love signs are Scorpio and Capricorn. Your lucky numbers are: 62, 33, 11, 5 and 31.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You won’t gain anything by being hard on yourself, so you may as well take credit for your accomplishments. Entertain close friends. Secrets will be divulged this evening. Double-check with your spouse to avoid scheduling conflicts.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). A Cancer or Leo is important in finalizing a deal with investors. Promote yourself to the boss, and you will be at the top of his or her list for the next management opportunity. Your sweetheart may want a serious commitment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You don’t have to reach for answers, you already have them! Remind a forgetful Leo that he or she promised to come through for you. Music will inspired you to work when you really want to take a nap. Call a distant loved one tonight.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). If it’s at all possible, pay off a debt in full by the end of the week. You will greatly release a burden. If you ease yourself into a new project, enthusiastic supporters will join you. An ex-boy/girlfriend will ask you to reconsider.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Focus on physical challenges, and your competitive edge will be honed for other areas of life, as well. Your mate’s family mess can be resolved by a qualified expert. Do not take full responsibility of household chores.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your mind is racing now. Write or draw your thoughts in a journal. A romantic situation that began at work could develop into a weekend fling. You feel different when you look different, so consider changing your hairstyle or wardrobe.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Do everything you can to make new clients all yours. A true-blue friend will help you when you’re in a bid. Put on the final touches of a domestic renovation. Your love relationship will gain momentum through an interesting conversation.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "Will my financial situation turn around? How will it happen? I am a Libra rising, born on March 13, 1959. I need to get out of a financial bind."

Yes, but it’s not as bad now as you think it is. Just because things are slowing down doesn’t mean it’s the end of your prosperity. Your lessons these days is to trust in the cyclical nature of life. Utilize downtime. Trust me, you’ll be glad you did when business booms all throughout the summer. In addition to your sun in Pisces, you have the moon in financially aspiring Taurus. There is definitely some love of money indicated. One way to attract an upward financial cycle is to list your assets and everything you are grateful for. Make sure that what you own now is being well taken care of to give the universe a message that you can handle more, should it come your way. July brings the first sign of your fortune. Be careful, and be patient about accumulating wealth. Demonstrate practicality in business. It’s also worthwhile to note that you would do well in the music industry if you are not in it already. Promoter, manager or producer are all titles you would fill well. Libra on the ascendant signifies negotiation skills. This is wonderful for bringing a variety of people together under one banner. Even if you take failure very hard, you can also avoid it by sticking to a plan.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Born in the sign of persistence, determination and confidence, George Lucas was acting in accordance with his Taurean nature when he agreed to forego his director’s salary for "Star Wars" for 40 percent of the box-office and merchandising rights to the film. Since the, he hasn’t been a stranger to the luxurious life that Taurus natives find so important to maintain. But you don’t have to be a gazillionaire to appreciate the finer things in life – like seeing the latest films in the "Star Wars" saga!

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson