ARIES (March 21-April 19). Stop criticizing yourself now, or at least listen to what you are saying to yourself. News you receive from afar will be favorable. Afternoon delights may include a heart-to-heart conversation with someone who truly wants to please you.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You can get the job done quickly on your own. An Aquarius or Leo might tempt you to do something naughty this evening. Friends will have surprisingly accurate predictions regarding your love life. Take charge of your own destiny.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Tune in to the artist within you. Others will get testy when it comes to taking orders, unless you use a charming voice. Have hope for the future. Another week could drastically change the big picture for the better. Think positively.
CANCER (June 22-July 22). Friendly advice will lead you straight to a gold mine. There is something you can’t accomplish now through good old-fashioned sweat and dedication. Accept presents graciously. You are as entitled to the finer things in lie as anyone else.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The prospects for making money are bright, but don’t be so quick to make an investment! Loved ones have plans you might not agree with right away, but you’ll lean to accept them. Besides, you need time to think about them first.
TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (November 25). This year is about serious transformation! Spiritual matters will become very important, and you might put relationships on hold until February, when a marriage proposal is possible. Singles: a new love encounter can be rewarding in December of next year. Your career will take off like a rocket in the spring, when you complete a special-training course. Your lucky numbers are: 18, 19 29, 35 and 36.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Be persisted in love, because things will work out in the long term, even if the short term looks dim. Discard your shallow beliefs; this enables you to incorporate wonderful individuals and ideas into your life. Secrets will be too hard to keep.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Settle the score, conquer your fears, and go for your goals. Don’t let anyone take over the convictions you hold dear. An impending change may completely change the power distribution in an important relationship.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Mediate between feuding friends. Bypass other people’s jealousy. Your sensuality will sharpen your practical judgment, making you irresistible to your mate. A temporary change might become permanent.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Making personal sacrifices will lead to tangible rewards. Report misconduct in the office, and avoid getting into trouble. Being with an influential individual will delight you this evening. Actions speak louder than words.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Think before you spend, and I gore the pressure salespeople may put on you. You’ll be able to turn your head away from their taunts, but not a big debt. Nobody will call your bluff this afternoon. Reconnect with an old flame for luck.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Expand your universe; propel yourself into a new arena. Tension between you and a sibling may involve money. Avoid discussing minor details, just handle the bottom line. You’ll be persuasive in new social circles.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Keeping in touch with buddies of the past proves your loyalty worthwhile. A Libra friend can point you in the right direction if you seek his or her advice. Speak up – you need to be noticed, even if you’re wrong.
FORECAST OF THE WEEK AHEAD: The Sagittarius sun features the adventurous part of life. Why stay home when the world outside beckons to be explored? There’s only one drawback to this exciting transit: The grass looks greener on the other side of the fence, and this is true, no matter whose yard you’re standing in! Try to be happy with where you are and what you’re doing, even when fabulous horizons draw your attention away from where you stand. Mercury will enter Sagittarius Monday, giving an ambitious push to your latest and greatest project. For tremendous good luck, stretch your ideas to unexplored territory. You’ll experience a higher degree of greatness than you ever thought. The moon will enter Taurus Tuesday, helping to ground your fire energy. A much-needed dose of reality will be handed over to you Tuesday or Wednesday, and it’ll be easier to make a workable plan. Friday features a full moon, but this time in Gemini. Take the opportunity to find out the truth, that is, if you’re ready for it. The full moon will reveal what has been hidden all week! Unfortunately, gossip paves the way for new information. Be sure to check for accuracy! You’ll be able to distinguish what’s true and what’s false.
CELEBRITY PROFILES: Steven Spielberg has been on top of the film-industry game for many years and has mastered several genres. But for a Sagittarius, it’s simply not enough. Spielberg was born under a sign that is continually fascinated with the unknown. No area of mastery will ever compare to the intrigue of the vast unconquered world in the mind of a Sagittarius. It is not surprising that a Sagittarian director should focus on subjects of other worldliness and science fiction. Keep your eyes peeled for another surprise film!
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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson