February 11, 2002

The Aquarius moon’s energy allows you to reach out and tell everyone your ideas and desires. Stressful new obstacles may pop up on your career path. Having a supportive and knowledgeable network will help you leap over these problems in a single bound. If you can prioritize your home and work duties, you’ll have a touch of luck in your life.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Take care of your fellow human companions as well as pets and plants. Your love of art and music will connect you to new people. Avoid giving a platonic fiend the wrong impression. Base your romantic decisions on common sense.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). An inspiring, competitive person may provoke you to take action this afternoon. Your plan is strong. Use persuasive skills to help things go your way. When you think things just can’t get any weirder, they inevitably will.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Use a tried-and-true strategy regarding your finances. You’ll have a great opportunity to you’re your adversaries into valuable allies. Keep things on an even keel, and heed good advice. Rumors abound; search for their source.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Take credit for your own accomplishments, and accept success, even when others make you feel as if it’s unacceptable to shine. You’ll get nowhere by playing small roles. Accept a child’s decision – it’s not going out change any time soon.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). There could be important decisions for you to make or papers to sign in the morning. If you think something is standing in your way, it may just be your own fears. Try raising yourself to a higher level and looking at the larger picture.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (February 11). You’ll achieve many of you personal goals during the year – it’s one of strong determination. Tell everyone what you intend to do now; they’ll believe you. The next five weeks will be perfect for starting a new partnership, especially when you keep it light and fun. In April, invest in yourself through education. Love will be intense late in the summer. Your lucky numbers are: 12, 39, 46, 17 and 3.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You can build on your past success through new business contacts. This is a good day for closing deals. Following the right teacher will make a big difference in your performance. Aquarius and Cancer friends are your lucky charms.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Unknown forces are still operating undercover. Be grateful that you attract more than enough luck. Consider why you find it so difficult to relax around a certain person. If you expand your social circle, it will help improve every area of your life.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). This is a great day for teamwork or partnership. Travel, legal papers or books could figure into your career expansion. A romantic dinner with a Taurus will go extremely well tonight. A child needs your help with school work – be patient.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Luck is on the upswing. Cast aside ineffectual routines in your ever-changing schedule. Spread your energy between what you are passionate about and what will advance your career. Project warmth this evening.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). In spite of the blatant chaos around you, have faith in the way things are. Writing and speaking will help you accomplish your goals sooner. Avoid obstacles by establishing excellent communication with everyone.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Optimism prevails. Refuse to be intimidated, overpowered or manipulated by higher-ups. Career uncertainties that are beginning to subside may allow you to finally get somewhere. Get out of survival mode.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Little things mean a lot. Slow down and befriend a Taurus. You’ll find effective solutions to your biggest problems with the help of others. Joining a health club may help you stop procrastination in other areas of your life, too.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I read in the newspaper about being on the cusp of a sign. I feel I do not accurately reflect the characteristics of a Capricorn. I have been told by others who read into the astrological aspects of birth signs that there is ‘something weird’ surrounding my birthday. I was born on Dec.24, 1972. Is that why I don’t ‘fit’ my sign? Was I born on a ‘makeup’ day during the year? Thank you for your advice."

You really are a Capricorn, with your sun journeying through the early degrees of the sign of the goat. However, your Leo moon and three planets transiting through Sagittarius give you a fire-sign energy that diversifies the classic Capricorn characteristics. You still want to get to the top of the mountain, but you’re more satisfied with a circuitous rote than other Capricorn natives would be, especially if it gives you a good story to tell around the campfire. The Leo moon lends an appreciation for drama and a stylish flair that many Capricorn natives wouldn’t take the time to develop because they are always looking at what contributes to the bottom line. Fun and adventure are high on your list.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: "Baywatch" babe Traci Bingham could become the spokesperson for a major clothing company like Old Navy this year, when it’s discovered that her popularity rating is extraordinarily high across the widest variety of consumer categories. Capricorn’s energy keeps her striving for empowerment, a theme that resonates with men and women of all ages. She could become a mom early in 2003.

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