August 07, 2001

The sun in fiery Leo gets a boost when the moon enters Libra early this morning. While the moon is in beauty-oriented Libran people will be strongly attracted to each other. Everyone feels romance in the air. Leo’s initiating influence over the sun helps us act on our impassioned thoughts. When a flirtatious acquaintance says you are being aggressive, take it as compliment.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You exceed the expectations at work and have even higher ideals for yourself. Relax – give yourself some credit for once. Love possibilities open to you. Find a playmate with like humor.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You can live high on the hog, but choose to save money instead – be wise! Your work summary puts you in a favorable light. With your confidence, you can get away with almost anything, making a hard to be good.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You get energy from working with inspirational people of engaging in a sizzling flirtation. Put your ideas out there – maybe people won’t get them today, but they will eventually.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). As always, you style draws admiration from others, even copy cats. Give your best shots to a romance or creative opportunity. When you look rejection in the face, it retreats! Love tonight is too difficult to resist.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). A cash gift helps your financial picture – wishful thinking is rewarded. Scorpios are particularly intriguing and might talk you into something you normally wouldn’t consider doing.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (August 7). Your self-esteem grows with each adventure this year. From now until September, career strides put you in a highly successful mode. A sweetie wants to spend every minute with you through October – set boundaries to have time to yourself. Aquarius and Virgo make tender mates and supportive friends. A major attitude shift is essential in November. More money will fulfill your need to expand.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Give a teacher student relationship time and patience to grow. Put your intimate feelings in writing for a loved one. Singles on missions to find love will come up dry, but they’ll find other adventures.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You can make suggestions on someone’s effort but don’t rub it in! A sweetie offers just what you’ve been craving intellectually. A sibling or close friend requests your honest insight, but be delicate.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Be flexible as schedule changes are worked out in your favor. Communications are extremely creative – talk write, or study body language invite an older relative to a visit.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Money and other lovely things are around the corner if not already here. Be sensible in love – you are the one in charge now. It’s a prime time to study your financial game of shop for insurance.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Jump start the action – your creative skills have peaked. Loving attention from family warms your heart. Don’t let worldly worries stop you for a moment – you’re on the way up.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). What a surprise when an old friend confesses romantic feelings toward you – think it over. It’s a lovely time for your friendships or for relieving stress with group therapy. A strong relationship with a Leo is important.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Love with someone from an entirely different background is a total learning experience. Jump at the chance to take a short trip. Kids are pleasures – they’ve grown serious about their goals, and you’re delighted.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "My Virgo husband never seems to lighten up on himself. Are all Virgos such overachievers?"

When Virgos don’t feel productive or useful, they tend to suffer from pangs of guilt. Yes, Virgo knows how to get things done. With this earth sign’s powerful analytical mind and practical ability, Virgo is the master problem-solver. They love to improve things, to make them a wee bit better. Sometimes their project is you! Not only will they compulsively pick the lint off your clothes, they’ll tell you what to say, how and where to go for the best deal or service, or how to be the most efficient. In short, it’s easy for them to spot flaws – for this reason, Virgo has its share of troubles in life by seeking to create a perfect world. This quest, however, leads to vast amounts of anxiety and worry. And when Virgo worries, there goes the appetite and here come the ulcers. What Virgo needs to learn is how to relax – emotionally, spiritually, physically – and trust that there is a purpose to life, a higher power guiding them. Have faith!

CELEBRITY PROFILES: The queen mother is the ultimate Leo, holding the coveted position lions want. If a Leo isn’t the supreme ruler of his or her life, he or she will struggle for that position. The queen mother was born under a Scorpio moon – excellent for those who keep their emotions to themselves. Venus in Cancer makes her sentimental and vulnerable – perhaps her children and grandchildren have shielded her from their eventful lives, which would surely give her grief.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson