September 11, 2002

The Scorpio moon and Venus in this sultry station as well activate people’s basic nature and have many flirting, posturing, doing anything to impress and generally becoming infatuated with an object of affection. It’s all very distracting, and only the strongest can stay on course with any kind of work. Chalk it up to being human.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Just when you thought you knew what you wanted, it will change before your eyes. Finish what you’ve working on now before you start something new. Nothing is beyond your reach if you believe you deserve it.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Follow what you’re curious about. A too-good-to-be-true business venture presents itself. Make sure to discuss any doubts with a smart Leo. A legal settlement is featured for those who’ve been feuding forever.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Opportunities come to those who pursue them; don’t wait for something to happen. Passion alone will not solve a problem; discuss it openly. Set boundaries with friends who always ask for m ore than they give.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Money is not crucial to success in love, so stop imagining more obstacles than you really have. Make a fresh start – you are ready, willing and able to set things straight, correct a misconception and offer advice.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Money comes from a commission. Though the competition is tough, you do your best work when faced with a challenge. Family and friends love all of you, so be yourself. Spontaneous acts of love are the theme; give and get them.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (September 11). You are increasingly attractive and popular as you focus your energy on projects that feed your soul. Through November, opportunities to make big money in business are everywhere. January brings love to singles from a Gemini or Capricorn. You could easily slip into a more prestigious job in May. Your lucky numbers are: 35, 42, 1, 10 and 3.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). It’s possible to skip a million in-between stages and land exactly where you want to be if you believe it enough. A sibling could introduce you to a very attractive Pisces. A reluctantly made compromise turns out to be good for you.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Once you have decided for sure, everything falls in line, so make up your mind! Playing politics is required to get promoted. Try not to let trivial matters get in the way of the big picture in love.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). If you don’t occupy your mind with something interesting, an old vice creeps back in. Healthy habits can add years to your life. Odds change for the better on a tempestuous romance. Singles find love at vacation spots.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Catch up on paperwork. There’s money to be made when you figure out what you need and what you don’t. Love relations continue to be strained until you admit the truth, at least to yourself.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your imagination has no bounds. Align yourself with the forces of change. Someone close would help if he or she know you needed it. Tonight can be hard on platonic relationships unless you accept your friends’ limitations.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). It’s not your style to hold a grudge. Others pass the buck, and you take care of problems. Social life and business life are intertwined, so be especially mindful of how you conduct yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Those looking for love should instead search for new hobbies and interest – love is the byproduct. However, you won’t be sorry if you take some time from your social calendar to finish financial business.

ASTRO-ENERGY TRANSFORMATION (PART THREE OF THE FIVE): Making a change in one’s astrological energy excites everyone, regardless of sun sign. Even those who seem to hold the world by the tail can benefit from an influx of new energy. Knowing how your sign can take advantage of astro-energy can help you in many areas. Here are energetic suggestions for each sign: VIRGO: Your careful attention to all things healthy, beautiful and productive sometimes can be exhausting and draining both physically and mentally. Your spiritual life sometimes gets ignored while you focus yourself on manipulating the physical world. Your involvement in something that speaks to your soul will not only provide you with an energetic lift, it could transform your entire life. Whether it’s church, music, art, yoga or nature, take the time to tune in to a soul-satisfying activity. LIBRA: A new circle of friends puts a spring in your step and brings excitement you weren’t expecting. That doesn’t mean you should get rid of the old ones by any means! This month and next, there’s simply more room in your life for varied influences. All it takes is reaching out to one person (maybe a Leo or Sagittarius) to break into this circle.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Country superstar Faith Hill has an astrological chart filled with wild antics for 2003, and you could see her boldly take on an entirely new career – like that of an actress! This mother of three must user her Virgoean skill of organizing to keep life rolling smoothly. Lists and leadership are two ways Virgo moms stay sane – write down what needs to get done, and then hand it over to someone else.

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