October 21, 2001

These are the last few days of the sun’s stay in Libra, the sign of partnership and balance. We will see many situations come to a peaceful resolve as we enter a new solar phase. Under Libra’s influence, it is more important to work together and compromise when necessary than tackle problems alone. Beware: The truth is not in black and white.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). A major decision weighs on your mind – take your time, and have patience. Your talents, artistic endeavors and cultural activities are tickets to success. Communicating with distant relatives will give you a new perspective.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Stick to what you know best. It’s a good day to remember that it’s not the end of the world; it’s merely the end of a cycle. Travel is featured this afternoon, but expect long delays. Creative adjustments will save your dinner plans.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Negotiate among your loved ones. Be wary of strangers you may come across in the afternoon. An important decision lies in your hands – don’t mess up. You’ll experience high energy from now until the weekend.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Friend who motivate and inspire you will help you reach your ultimate personal goal. Do your best to separate business and pleasure. Your friends may be jealous of one another, but that’s not your problem.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Arguments don’t work. If you want to influence others, build a prototype, or put facts and figures together to back your point. Tonight, you will gain a beneficial and unforgettable contact, especially if he or she is a Cancer.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (October 21). You’re a master of what you do this year, and feeling in control gives you great pleasure. The rest of October and early November will bring tremendous development in personal matters. Your love life will skyrocket in December, and many singles will end up marrying a special someone they’ll meet early next year. You’ll be financially lucky in January. Your lucky numbers are: 11, 3, 40, 2 and 15.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ll receive luck through cleaning your closet, believe it or not. You’ll find what was lost, too. Make an effort to update insurance coverage by taking pictures of your precious possessions. It’ll also remind you of how fortune you are.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Love is a sweet adventure, so dive in! Worrying about money is a waste of time and energy. Concentrate on your goals instead of listening to those you admire. Schedule yourself for something soothing and relaxing – you deserve it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Enjoy your daily tasks, if that’s possible. Don’t take them too seriously! Children need some one-on-one time with you. Focusing on your physical features is only healthy if you can start thinking of yourself as a strong, vital individual.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Stay patient, even if you find yourself in a hurry. By using your charm, rather than assertiveness, you’ll get what you want – fast. Detail-oriented work should be left to someone else. You’re attracted to intellectuals.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You have what it takes to inspire a loved one into taking action. Your imaginative ideas make you want to go a little crazy when spending money – stick to your budget so that success will really be yours.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your influence on people is stronger than you know. Have a chat with an older or ill person. Your vivid imagination and high ideals are featured tonight. Let go of antiquated methods of doing things, and get with today’s technology.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). A professional approach to even your most personal goals will give you a feeling that you are a master at what you do. You have luck in making purchases, especially if transportation is featured. Be honest at the dinner table tonight.

FORECAST OF THE WEEK AHEAD: The last few days of the Libra sun will provide us with an opportunity to make the most of your partnerships. As the sun approaches Scorpio, if may become clear how relationships have benefited you in the last three weeks – you will also see how they haven’t. Loosen up and take the good with you as you explore your autonomy. Mercury will set the record straight on Monday, making it easier to relay a message you intended to pass along to the next person. Those who haven’t been on your wavelength will start to catch up. It’s nice to know that you’re understood. Bills will no longer get lost in the mail, and Internet connections will go smoothly. Wednesday and Thursday’s Aquarius moon will help us laugh off our recent stress. On Saturday, warrior Mars will enter Aquarius, the sing of altruism and fresh ideas. Play it smart with yourself.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Sean Lennon will be a prolific writer in 2002, and he may raise money for victims of terrorist violence with his new work. Born on the same day as his legendary father John Lennon, Sean is a Libra with Mercury and Pluto in Libra. These are the aspects for a true artistic visionary and peacekeeper. His communication skills are sharp, and with Mars in Gemini in a positive aspect to these three planets, young Lennon has the charm that spans cultures and countries thus increasing his global appeal.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson