November 26, 2001

Mercury enters Sagittarius, an ambitious transit that ignites all kinds of ideas. Stretching your self-concept may soon become a favorite pastime. After all, there’s no reason you can’t become an astronaut, nurse, fireman or whatever it was you always wanted to be when you were a child. There are all kinds of creative ways to fulfill your dreams, so go for it.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). The boss is on your side. In fact, you might be his or her favorite employee. Long-term friends will speak well of you, as long as you’ve been a loyal comrade. Don’t let unruly kids off the hook so easily. Reignite an old flame.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You’re brilliant, but don’t let your ego shoot down your chance at being successful. Stay composed. Mix business with pleasure. An intoxicating love encounter will inspire a romantic trip, so pack your bags, and get ready to go.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Being your own best friend is more challenging than you think, but you are capable of doing it! Having fun will help you be even more productive. Express your feelings freely. Tonight, spend sometime alone to sort out your plans.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Analyze your dreams. Career ideas will come to you through your subconscious mind. Gather support from family members who were previously opposed to your beliefs. They will be willing to back you up 100 percent.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Take care of your friends, and learn their hidden truths while you do so. If you want to have a successful relationship with a child, you must be his or her role model. Remember: You’re the only one responsible for your present condition.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (November 26). Taking great risks will bring big rewards, especially if your own image is on the line. Next month, diversity, experiment, and take chances in matters of education and employment. In January, work quickly and efficiently – friends and experienced co-workers will help you reach your career goal if you promise to share the glory. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 22, 14, 41 and 34.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Inconsiderate people do not deserve your kindness. Devote extra time to your career. Frequent and dynamic changes in your mod throughout the evening will teach you how to empathize with your loved ones better.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Learn new ways to prosper. Being more selective will enhance your love life. Gemini and Scorpio are your most passionate love candidates. To attract people who share the same vision, be honest about what you want.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Attracting the most flirtatious people into your realm comes naturally, but this afternoon, someone will be very serious under his or her lawful demeanor. A hobby could turn into a business venture. Children need your praise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). If work gets you down, remember that improvement will come – it’s just a slow process. Financially, you’re lucky. People want to pay your way! Put a new relationship on hold; your schedule is too busy.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Get in touch with the guilty feelings you’ve stuffed inside yourself, and let them out! There’s only one thing to remember when it comes to matters of the heart: No guts, no glory. Your secret fears have no basis in reality.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Watch your wallet. Spending money impulsively will only buy you sorrow. Look at things through a new perspective, possibly making a change or two in the process. It will be impossible to mind your own business tonight.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Keep criticisms to yourself. Once you’ve assured others of your competence, you will be able to believe in yourself completely. Couples will chat until the wee hours of the night; you thought you knew everything about each other!

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "My wife and I are both Scorpios. We’re happy, but we fight quite often. We mostly get into heated discussions, and sometimes they turn into arguments. Should we do this in front of the kids? One is a Leo, the other is a Pisces."

Same-sign marriages have their benefits. You and your wife appreciate the self-assertive qualities in each other. The constant arguing is born out of a need to understand your mate’s every move. Verbally processing your concerns is the fastest way for you to come to a conclusion. However, it is not the only way. Your Leo child is self-preserving, and ultimately forgiving of you tiffs. Bt your Pisces child internalizes stress whenever quarrels break out. Being wise and sometimes even psychic, your Pisces child knows everything that goes on. My advice is to devise a plan you and your wife can stick to when an argument starts. When your tempers heat up, spend time away from each other – even 15 minutes is enough – and come back together for a rational discussion in front of the kids. This will help.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Alyssa Milano could surprise the world this year by playing a role in which she is actually – dare I say it? – unattractive! Sagittarius is very open to exploring new ways of being in or seeing the world, and is especially drawn by the intrigue of oppositions. She’s a stunning beauty, with three personal planets (sun, Mercury and Venus) rules by Sagittarius. She will have the energy of two people, love for adventure and willingness to do something different, simply for the sake of change.

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Copyright 2001 Joyce Jillson