May 30, 2002

Remember: Mercury is still in retrograde in the sign of Gemini. This, along with Venus and Mars in Cancer, means you must focus on dealing with past issues. Clear up misunderstandings. Get your taxes and legal documents in order. The IRS will be unusually kind this year. Those who appraise or buy antiques and expensive artwork are lucky.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). A challenging workplace situation may demand your full attention. Be careful of how much you do for free – some people can’t help but take advantage of you. An intimate talk with your sweetie will reveal something special about you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It’s a lucky day for freeing yourself of emotional leeches. Avoid binding agreements. Couples: Walk in your partner’s shoes for a day; new respect will be born as a result. Fellow earth sighs (Virgo and Capricorn) could warm up to you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your attention-getting tactics work, although you don’t realize you need so much of it. Being romantic can cost you a lot of money, but doing something with your mate for free will be fun, too. Tonight, don’t talk; act! Your ego soars.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Reconsider your long-range plans. Intensify the passion between you and your mate with a truthful talk. Ask a loved one what he or she needs instead of making assumptions. Give what you can afford to make others happy.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). High-tech tools will help you do a better job. Use the proper equipment. Attend symposium and meetings if you want to win big, but make sure you’re prepared. You can actively shape the direction your love life is taking. Don’t be a passenger.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (May 30). Expect to receive special privileges and invitations because of something you’ve done for a charity or social group. In June, you’ll discover that an old boss needs you desperately. He or she may offer you a huge salary, starting a bidding war with your current employer. Reconciliations will prove to be successful, but you will no longer "settle" for less in life. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 5, 18, 20 and 31.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Work calls for a strategic plan. Joint ventures with three or more teammates will work well. It’s the perfect night to let go of old romantic injuries and move on to the next level of commitment. Change your surroundings for more passion.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Listen to your head, not your heart now. Your love relationship is wonderful and fun, but your finances require attention, too. Call someone’s bluff to make big money. A teen requires more freedom, especially outside your home.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Be realistic with work and fanciful with love. As long as you keep improving, you’re a winner. Documented negotiations are the only kind of agreement worth honoring. Brush up on your foreign language skills; travel is imminent.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Enjoy the fun of winning, as your competitive drive is high and luck is with you. Your ingenuity will help all areas of life. Couples who have been tempted to fall off the path of faithfulness may rediscover the priorities of home.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Private passions, public responsibilities and big decisions are featured. A self-imposed agenda may be extending you too far. Everyone needs fresh air, exercise and food for thought. Snap up a lucrative financial opportunity.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Too much competition between you and your spouse can endanger the tender feelings of your children. Adopt a philosophy that encourages creative activity. Brainstorm with a love one, and come up with a solution.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Light up your house of intimacy. Love and loyalty flourish in an atmosphere of freedom. Don’t jump to conclusions about the integrity of your business partner or the fidelity of your mate. Healthful exercise is the antidote to stress.

ASTROLOGICAL FEATURE: HOW TO GET OUT OF YOUR RUT (PART FOUR OF FOUR): It’s springtime, and it’s time to clear the decks and begin anew, no matter how difficult your problems are. Here’s a guide to making your dreams come true this summer. Capricorn: In your mind, you see yourself as practical and hardworking, so it’s hard to break out of this conventional mold and take advantage of some of the good fortune coming your way. Take care of your heart, but please move into strange but sincere friendships. Your outlook on life will positively change. Aquarius: You appear to be Mr. or Ms. Success to your associates, but inside, you are crying out for intimacy. Yes, you can still be the life of the party or the person who’s got it all together, but don’t neglect your long-term goal of having a family. Spend time talking with people about their hopes and dreams, as this will help you unearth your own. Pisces: You have gone along with what your friends and family are doing because you hate conflict. But now you feel as if you’ve given up your true self in the process. Don’t burn any bridges, but start carving out time in your schedule to do some things on your own. You won’t be lonely. In fact, you’ll feel more connected to the universe when you respect your own wishes. You’ll be happy with the new you!

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Another hit is in store for Gemini Bob Dylan, who remains one of an elite group of ’60s rebels who are able to bridge the generation gap and keep rocking into the new millennium. This is the perfect example of Gemini’s flexibility. The twins stay fresh by keeping in touch with social and political trends and doing things their own way.

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