November 08, 2001

As the moon transits through Cancer this morning and through Leo in the afternoon, your nurturing instincts are strong. Loved ones benefit from your wave of generosity. Caution: Don’t suffocate a young individual with your demands – they need personal experience to grow. Romantic partners kick up their heels and drift into dreamy reveries.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Restoring normalcy is a top priority. Singles living in the fast lane ought to slow down and concentrate on their personal goals; that’s when they’ll meet the person that fits the description of their ideal mate. Concentrate on the tasks at hand.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You will need all the grit and fortitude you can muster. Be yourself, and the attention you want will come to you in no time. As you give more and more, your wishes come true. Generosity is the key to getting what you want.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). A mentor/student relationship blossoms into a romantic one. Don’t worry about giving enough; just give from the heart. A relationship that’s been on again, off again gets another go round tonight. Don’t make a commitment just yet.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Friends may not fully understand you, but they’re trying. You’ll rescue an unfortunate soul this evening. "Thank you" cards are more important than you think. A secret love encounter is full of sheer delight and suspense.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Tailor your sales technique to individual clients. If you work on commission, it’s a record-breaking day. Children are unruly due to the lack of creative outlets. Play and be joyful! The evening is perfect for first dates, so enjoy a movie or play.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (November 8). A theatrical year is just ahead, with plenty of opportunities to shine. Brush up on a rarely used talent, because it will make you money next month. Decide if your current mate is the one, because by February, you can only pursue romantic prospects after you’re severed old ties. Your best signs for love are Cancer and Scorpio. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 22, 19, 36 and 30.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Allow discomfort to pave the way for success – talk about what’s bothering you. You hold the purse strings after you prove you can handle it. Someone close to you deserves a second chance. Don’t worry – you’re appreciated.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Your actions reflect your courteous side. It’s a wonderful time to say, "I’m sorry," and make a sincere effort not to transgress again. A former flame makes your current romantic partner jealous. Balance your checkbook and review accounts.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Hard work and long yours win your recognition at the office. If you can just practice moderation, your health will improve more than you think. Stop wondering whether you are noticed by that special someone – you are.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Join with like-minded people, and launch a project you believe in 100 percent. Be sure you receive messages in their entirety. An outside helps you deal with a difficult situation and advises you to learn from it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’ll outshine your competition. Friends need encouragement. Single parents find financial and emotional aid. Make decisions based on your own inclinations, rather than someone else’s wishes. Your mate needs space.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Friends want to spend some quality time with you, so interrupt your hectic schedule for their sake. Exciting advances are made in your personal life. Use your creative energy to attract support for entrepreneurial ventures tonight.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’ll receive professional recognition through controversy this afternoon. It’s fund to be in the middle of it, but by nightfall, you may need a safe haven. Call your friends. Remarriage or a drastic relocation is on your mind.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I think dating a decent guy and getting a job I like could turn my life around. When can I expect these things to happen? I hoe you can publish this quickly because I’m miserable. My birthday is Oct. 26, 1974."

Get a new job now! Starting an internship at allow wage in a company wherein you have plenty of room to advance is your luckiest bet. As far as your love life goes, you have a strong cluster of four planets in Scorpio. Once you’ve learned to control your emotional nature (your moon and Jupiter conjunct in Pisces), you’ll stop going overboard and discover that you have enormous talent for helping others. Things will improve greatly in 2002. You may meet someone through your job, especially if you work in an office or with the public. However, the position of spiritual Neptune in your sector of love appears to be the trouble in your life Listen to the advice of sensible friends and wise parents/mentors where men are concerned, and try not to take relationships too seriously too quickly. Keep your dating life light and fun until you find someone whose ideals and goals truly match your own.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: John Ritter, originally of "Three’s Company," is a talented Virgo actor who is sometimes hard to recognize in films due to his impressive versatility. This might be attributed to his Pisces moon, which makes it easier for Ritter to immerse himself in a role. If you’re astute, you’ll recognize him in as many as three films in the upcoming year.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson