August 31, 2002

The Pisces moon is healing, especially after the wearing full moon. Take this fabulous opportunity for self-reflection, sleep and lying low. There’s nothing you can do today that wouldn’t be better accomplished tomorrow, so why move from your comfy spot by the pool? Relaxing is the most productive thing you can think of to do anyway.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Many around you are feeling frustrated. Don’t push them; be your usual gracious self. Love improves when you give yourself new options. Older people could give you money to return to school. Don’t ask for special treatment.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You have the power to break with an unhappy problem from the past. Partnerships bring money. Children need to be a part of things; let them help you out with projects, even if you have to redo their job later.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). A love relationship becomes a deep friendship, but that doesn’t mean you have to let the passion go. Don’t try to fit emotions into easy boxes. Social fun holds more benefits than sticking to routine, so indulge in a lengthy chat.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Follow up on promises, especially ones that involve an Aries or Libra. You may need to remind a forgetful sweetie of obligations and appointments. Make tonight’s decisions based on experience.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Strike a balance of activity: some work, some exercise, some calls, some fun. Your creativity needs an outlet. Satisfaction comes through working with children. It takes willpower to fulfill a goal, but you are closer than you think.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (August 31). Your new vision of your life is attainable and something you believe now more than ever. Your ideas about romance are changing as the months go on, and something stronger and more passionate is taking the place of old ideas. You’ve got the boss’ ear and can move up quickly after January. Your best signs for romance are Cancer and Sagittarius. Your lucky numbers are: 2, 33, 38, 42 and 7.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Scatterbrained friends prevent you from doing your best work; do things alone! Jot ideas down, so you don’t forget. Put off asking for dates or other romantic pursuits; tomorrow is more favorable for love.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Organizing a big dinner or other special projects is lots of fun and also gives you a chance to show off for those you love. Emotions are clear, so act on them. This evening glows with romance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Calls go well in the morning. Financial matters or unexpected costs are alarming at first, but it’s not as bad as it seems. Just spending time with a loved one is not enough – make sure it’s a quality connection with no interruptions.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Intuitive dreams in the wee morning hours may be recalled for seemingly no reason at all in the afternoon. Write them down – the information could lead to luck. At home, avoid taking accusations too personally.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Share your ideas, and friends share with you. A deeper awareness of larger issues will help you solve the smaller ones. Communication is excellent, which gives dates and social events a touch of luck.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Everyone lets you be just as creative and free as you’d like to be. Having no limits is just right for you. Tonight, say what you meant to say to a loved one last week but never got the chance.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your time waiting in the wings is over. You’ve got the spotlight and a spellbound audience, too. Mixing business with pleasure turns out to bring out the best in both. A potential love is looking for someone passionate.

SUMMER FUN: Here’s some fair warning. If you don’t get these activities in before fall begins, you might be a little disappointed. So plan to get in some serious fun over the next three to four weeks. ARIES: The jock in you needs more adventure. Try the mountain bike trail. TAURUS: An arts-and-crafts fair will satisfy your quest to make your environment vibrant with new energy. GEMINI: A rafting trip provides the excitement you need. CANCER: A big-ticket item (new house, car or land) is something you can get happening before the end of September. LEO: You travel best when you leave during the next three weeks. VIRGO: Going out of your way to do something cultural will turn into an unforgettable pilgrimage. LIBRA: That piece of pop culture calling out to you can’t go ignored. See a theme park! SCORPIO: Camping with loved ones centers you. SAGITTARIUS: Events in your own back yard are among the most exotic! CAPRICORN: A big barbecue at the grill will sate your summer appetite just fine! AQUARIUS: Your summer reading list hasn’t a thing crossed off yet. Get to it! PISCES: An astrology reading, feng shui instruction or yoga class is a fulfilling outlet for your creative mind.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Virgo beauty Lisa Ling is a woman with her own distinct opinion – which of course is why she beat out so many for her hosting position on "The View." Virgo women are generally more discerning than almost any other sign. Though some take offense to being called critical, it is this critical quality that makes them so irresistibly their own people.

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