February 08, 2002

All the planets are going direct. Mercury may give you some relief: It’s following Saturn’s lead by sustaining itself for a forward transit. You might feel as if you’ve just been handed the code breaker that will finally help you make some sense of the mysteries that have been hanging in the air around you. Indeed, things will start to fall into place.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Use this very social opportunity to connect with your fellow sisters and brothers, and don’t worry about how long the connection will last. It’s difficult to take a no-strings-attached approach, but this is the only way to focus on healing yourself.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Friendly greetings will open the doors to an exciting romance. Host a party tonight – it’ll be a huge success. Invite a Gemini and Scorpio over for tea. Get out and see the world, or volunteer to improve your neighborhood.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Magical words will heal a relationship. Your ability to anticipate the needs of a client or the public will bring you money. An Aquarius must work hard to earn your trust. Counteract the influence of a negative parent with positive affirmations.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Simplify your life. The extra time you gain can be applied to your most treasured project. Use meditation to your advantage, if you have the patience for it. It is easier to trust a loved one than to keep worrying about him or her.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You are a dynamic individual. Your head for business will win you a contract or new job. Don’t let work take up all of your mental energy. If you do, you’ll end up resentful later. In love, buckle down, and commit to your gorgeous sweetie.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (February 8). Your birthday propels you toward the love and money that has been a wee bit out of your reach. The raise you get this month will make some long-desired luxuries possible. Singles will find love via an art class or the office in March. Couples will make big investments together in June. An Aries proves to be a valuable ally and a hot love connection, too. Your lucky numbers are: 20, 11, 28, 42 and 19.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Prepare yourself for a giant career break; it doesn’t mean you have to work all the time. Invest some of your energy in personal quests, as well. Tonight, analyze a relationship, instead of dwelling on its deficits. Listen to soothing music.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Life can provide a comfortable financial cushion if you believe that things don’t have to be difficult to be right. Clarity of mind equals power. You’ll feel sexy if you do something special to replenish your energy, such as daydream.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Try out a new style. Your special efforts to impress people at social and business affairs will pay off. Sporty dates and parties are the most fun. You’ll have more than once chance to snag that exciting, new intellectual stranger.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Your outspoken opinions may cause controversy; nonetheless, you must voice your emotions. Move up the ladder of success if you want to be recognized and rewarded. Employers will be in a good mood this afternoon.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). A higher income is the direct result of education. Delegate duties at work in order to complete a project on time. When the hard work is over, celebrate with your co-workers. Buy a massage, or request one from your sweetie.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Seek solutions by opening yourself to new ideas. Remove a romantic obstacle by making a simple change of heart. Don’t let routines and obligations hold you back. Don’t be extravagant just to impress your new acquaintances.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Get tough when the heat is on at work. Ups and downs can be expected. Take the initiative in love. If you ignore the passion that’s building inside, you’ll miss out on a fantastic ride. Your strong emotions will be calmed tonight.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: ARIES: A special insight is revealed that causes you to make some important changes in your personal life. Taurus: Accepting social invitations could bring new and powerful people into your circle of friends. Gemini: Your confidence sets you apart from the hesitant crowd. Cancer: An influential individual likes your styles and becomes an important ally. Leo: Don’t get involved with a pointless power struggle Saturday. Virgo: You’re always allowed to change your mind later, so why not go for it now and see what happens? Libra: There’s safety in staying comfortable and not letting anyone know what your heart is telling you. However, this will cost you in the long run. Scorpio: Keep your eye on the prize, and you’ll surely come out a winner in love. Sagittarius: Recharge your battery by committing to a health plan. Capricorn: Don’t be afraid to play your power cards in matters of the heart. Aquarius: Watch for signals, and be sure to listen to that finely tuned intuition – it’s right on the money. Pisces: You have faced up to your responsibilities and learned some valuable love lessons.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: Sexy Scorpio seems disinterested in love, and that’s part of Pisces’ intense attraction to this aloof sign. Scorpio’s love-’em-and-leave-’em attitude provides just the challenge Pisces wants this weekend. Scorpio starts the game by backing off, therefore Pisces makes a move. This chasing game never gets old, as long as these two can meet in the middle once in a while. This weekend is one of those times.

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