April 22, 2002

If it weren’t enough that the sun, moon and Mercury are all in the sign of partnership, Venus pops her head into this balanced realm to check out the action. Love seems inevitable, but it’s not the passionate kind. This kind of love helps us realize that those who help you become a better person are true friend worth keeping.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Center yourself. Business requires you to follow through. You may work well into the evening hours. Your sweetheart will wait for you patiently. Show gratitude to someone who makes your life easier. Joining a team is lucky.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Balance your schedule. Take part in local politics. Rid yourself of burdening relationships. Whatever you do, do it with compassion. Pay the bills on time – get it over with. Ask for help, even if you don’t need it right this instant.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Reserve the right to change your mind as many times as it takes to feel good about a situation. Enjoy the journey to success. Friendships are of increasing importance, adding more meaning to your life. Cook a homemade meal tonight.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). A new beginning is possible with an old flame. Quiet activities will benefit you. At work, seek the assignments that will add feathers to your cap, even if you have to compete with friends to get them. Love is featured this evening.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). New beginnings can take you far if you don’t hesitate, so start projects as soon as you get the green light. Focus on aesthetics, sensuality and spirituality. Touch up home an office décor with your unusual creativity.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 22). Making the most out of exciting opportunities will enhance your year with love and money. Don’t rush into relationships this month. Give your potential love partner plenty of time to get to know you. Choose a job that suits you in June. Creative endeavors will bring singles together in July. Your best sign for new love is Taurus. Your lucky numbers are: 24, 3, 16, 25 and 11.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Use both logic and creativity to complete a project – too much of one or the other will interrupt progress. Clarify your social agenda to avoid misunderstandings. Mystical events will affect you if you believe they will.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ve taken on more work than is reasonable, so delegate. Don’t listen to overcritical individuals. Reap rich emotional rewards tonight, when you put all your energy into your love relationship and making your partner happy.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Start a new routine; even the most drastic changes in your lifestyle are beneficial. Making careless mistakes will hurt your reputation. Review rules and regulations before making a complaint. Ask your mate to give more of his or her time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Your smile sparks an interest in everyone who meets you. You could make money by keeping abreast on current technological trends. Unemployed individuals will find a great opportunities through coincidental meetings.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Strenuous exercise helps you relieve stress. Singles feel more connected to their love interest when they appear less needy. Time is golden. Spend the evening hours brainstorming for a creative project.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Use your sweet voice to get what you want. Take time to create, whether it be through writing or drawing. If you want more romance, ask your mate for it. Marriage partners will become jealous over the silliest things.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You can be as rich or poor as you wish. Establishing financial boundaries for yourself allows you to make long-term goals. Nothing is going to stop you from paying off your credit-card bills, o put the check in the mail!

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "My father and I do not get along. He’s a Taurus. I love him, but I think it would be better for us if I had my own place. My birthday is Nov. 2, 1978. When would be a good time for me to live on my own?"

Moving away from home is a big step at any time in a person’s life, but with both physical and emotional preparation, the transition can be smooth. As a Scorpio with both Mercury and Venus deposited in such a headstrong water sign, I’m not surprised you locked horns with your father, who was born under the sign of the bull. There is a kind of mutual respect between these two fixes signs, which you reflect in your desire to improve your relationships with him. Your home is where your heart is, and as a Scorpio, privacy is of utmost importance. Your Sagittarius moon and Mars encourages you to participate in social gatherings Good conversation and outdoor activities are your way of reviving up your engine. The sun will travel through Scorpio, Cancer and Pisces in November, a good time for you to look for a new home and settle down. Your father will be understanding.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Science fiction writer Michael Crichton could take a long vacation this year as he rejuvenate his passion and imagination with activities that have nothing to do with writing. The experience he gets from them will directly contribute to his most intriguing fiction novel yet. Large-scale events, such as weddings and celebrity galas, will be especially inspiring to this artistic and social Libra. June is a month when he and other Libra natives will be particularly prolific.

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