June 09, 2001

The Aquarius moon and the Gemini sun are a perfect blend. If you want to change the world, you could. With one altruistic move, you could stir things up and see great consequences. It’s an excellent time to take yourself seriously. Mercury’s retrograde motion puts obstacles in your path in communication and travel, but there’s nothing to be wary of.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Work while others play, and your career will gather momentum. Spend time alone to clear your head about relationship issues. Challenge authority at a civic of church group meeting. Consider taking an unusual vacation.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). An outdoor event lays the groundwork for a future business venture. Be diligent with children about rules. Spend time with a family member who has been acting distant lately. Domestic renovation needs to be completed.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Preconceived notions about a new acquaintance are wrong. You’ll reconcile with a stubborn sibling. Education should be the focus of your next personal goal. You could improve your social status by attending a charity event.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You thrive in the company of the opposite sex. You should accept the urge to travel. Gifts from your mate display his/her sincerity. Abandon old projects, and move on to something fresh. You will learn creative methods on the job.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Admit it if you’re still upset with someone, or anger will rear its ugly head in strange ways. An athletic event is your opportunity to shine. Sort trips are lucky. Stop catering to friends who don’t appreciate you. You deserve a better crowd.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (June 9). You radiate sunshine this year. You’ll meet wonderful new love potentials this month. Singles will have magnificent romance with Taureans or Cancers. You’ll be released from a burden next month, improving every aspect of your life. August features freedom and a need to select a different direction. You’ll have romantic and social triumphs this fall. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 31, 39, 11 and 9.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Spontaneous decisions are lucky. Family communication will improve with the help of an outside person. You will meet a sexy individual at a work-related function. Put yourself first, and stop worrying so much about others.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Luck in finance is linked to making good compromises. A former mate reminds you how much you’ve grown. A Cancer wants to give friendship one more try. Do a lot of thinking before you commit to giving someone a second chance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your sparkling wit erases past mistakes. Embrace a new career or financial prospect, or someone else will snatch these opportunities. You mesmerize another Scorpio. Romantic interludes lighten your attitude about love.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Work isn’t the only answer. Take it easy. Investments are chancy, so hold off until Monday, at least, when new information could change your mind. Singles will meet clever strangers at their favorite restaurant tonight.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Spontaneity is key this weekend, so get in the car and start driving, you can be assured under these skies you won’t regret the trip. Reveal information on a need-to-know basis. Diversions that involve a Gemini are delightful.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). The one who won’t say "I love you" may have stronger feelings toward you than the one who will. Still waters run deep in matters of the heart. You can charm your way in and out of just about any situation. Repay a debt now.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). The magic word is "patience." You have it in you to pull off even the most unlikely stunts. Put your excellent peacemaking skills to good use. Your alert and receptive presence keep sa difficult situation from becoming worse.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "A daughter of one of my employees is an Aquarius. She’d done badly in school, but her mother promised me that she’s a great worker and I should hire her to help out. I’m a little skeptical. What kind of risk am I taking?"

The risk you take is that you might see the world a different way after getting to know a young Aquarius! Aquarians are an unusual breed by any standards, even if they do not appear so on the surface. They are often progressive thinkers and are eager to implement the latest in technological innovations. Aquarians that are on good terms with themselves are all for promoting general welfare. They want to change the status quo and help the underdogs in society. They thrive on change. Also, it’s helpful to know that thought they feel they are fundamentally different than others, they paradoxically will downplay uniqueness – perhaps because they don’t want to be accused of having a big ego. As a result, they have difficulty standing out as an individual and shun the limelight. Aquarians are primarily team players who want to contribute to projects and help people shake up the status quo, and, ultimately, change the world. You might actually benefit from hiring this spunky character.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Tim Allen is a Gemini comedian who knows how to pick a classic role, whether he’s playing Buzz Lightyear or Santa Claus. Being a trendsetter is Gemini’s specialty, and choosing roes that are "hot is what they are good at. Allen, as well as other Gemini born in ’53, could go back to school this year, surprising everyone.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson