April 11, 2002

The moon is transiting through the self-expressive sign of Aries. During this transit, people can become quite enthusiastic, striking up conversations with strangers. You can owe this to Aries’ compelling nature. That said, keep in mind that this is not a good time to try to discuss sensitive topics with your mate. In the afternoon, people will be very moody.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Avoid using temporary solutions — they only waste time. Evaluate your past errors, and take a different course. A relative may say too much in front of the wrong people if not forewarned. An exciting proposal may involve travel or business.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). An impending change is as thrilling as it is intimidating. You may have to take a road trip to bring your plans to fruition. Get on the good side of an Aries for financial luck. Gemini and Scorpio will make wonderful love matches tonight.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Because you possess such a generous spirit, you even let people who have done you wrong save face. Make plans for a future vacation now to get the best deal. Your sweetie is trying to get closer to you by learning about your job.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Notions of happiness are relative. A flash of brilliance will propel you forward this afternoon. You can be whomever you want, so don’t let others define who you are. Follow the invaluable advice of experts in regard to your health.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). An apparent setback can’t slow you down if you don’t let it. Utilize all your resources to keep your spirit up – a Libra will help you. Show more confidence in what you know. Don’t even try to balance two love relationships. Give one up.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 11). Be prepared for adventure and excitement this year. Singles may find love while shopping or taking short trips in May. A skill you’ve been keeping under wraps will turn out to be very much in demand. Money prospects will definitely perk up. Family dynamics and a current friendship might improve in June. A marriage or promotion is likely in July. Your lucky numbers are: 33, 29, 12, 37 and 14.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Your good taste and great sense of style will save the day — or at least help make it go more smoothly. Anything carelessly approached will come back to haunt you. Community events may help you meet an exciting, new individual.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Presenting your creative ideas well can really get you somewhere. Besides, you’re so diplomatic, you can delight even those who are the hardest to please. A good bet for a love relationship is a Gemini or Leo who is newly available.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The beginning stages of love, a project or a business relationship are crucial, so pay close attention. State your preferences. You’re getting stuck in a routine cycle whether you realize it or not. Be a good listener if you want to get inside info.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Someone may be used to seeing you a certain way unless you make a personal change. Sort out real problems from imaginary ones. You’ll finally pay off claims and bring home large checks. Apply for a glamorous job; you’ll get it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Give people a chance to know what your perfect world would be like – others adapt well to your needs. Love and work both require that you see things through from beginning to end. Your reputation will soar as a result.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Relationships thrive when you focus on compatibility, chemistry and spontaneity. Critical higher-ups will be impressed with your quick wit. View the glass as half full – good news is really on the horizon. Children need you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Morning goings-on may possess insight to the best way to approach a difficult individual or problem. A Scorpio or Cancer can do wonders for the momentum of a creative project. Let someone else take over your work for a while. Relax!

LOVE’S BIG MISTAKES (PART ONE OF FOUR): We all make them, so you might as well embrace the fact that nobody is perfect. If you know what your "love fault" is, then at least you can try to avoid it or stop yourself from repeating it. Also, examine your partner’s problem for insight into how to navigate your relationship away from pitfalls. Aries: Blurting things out can be a problem. Radical honesty comes easily to you, but sometimes, it makes you feel better while making someone else feel much worse for no good reason. If something you want to say could potentially cause someone pain, think good and hard about whether you really need to say it. Taurus: Taking things personally that are not meant to be taken that way will cause you pain. You are not your work. You are not your money. You are not your body. You are bigger than all those things, and certainly more important. Therefore, when someone criticizes these things, he or she is not necessarily speaking to you as a person. Please understand this. It will save you from a lot of unnecessary arguments. Gemini: Going public too fast could be an issue. Don’t divulge your partner’s or your own secrets. You’re good at bonding well with people, but mistaking gossip for intimacy is a good way to keep love superficial. You don’t want to do that.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: "ER’s" Anthony Clark has his sun, Mars and Jupiter all bounding through energetic Aries. It’s an optimistic combination that keeps the well of youth and energy overflowing with its inability to dwell on negative, power-sucking aspects of life. Aries has such a low tolerance level for discomfort. Clark usually finds happiness in acting.

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