September 14, 2002

The moon enters steady Capricorn a fabulous relation to the Virgo sun. Health, wealth and happiness are set on course, just in time for Mercury’s retrograde stance to get in the way of our noticing. Suddenly, it’s very hard to tell that life is all right. Obstacles that fall into the party may be just an illusion, so go forward until you are clearly stopped.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Stamina makes you push through until you win. A new relationship will sizzle, but don’t be too aggressive, or you could five yourself cold feet later. You change your mind sometimes, but as long as you keep an open one, all is fair.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Your ability to make things happen impresses all the right people. Balance your sense of independence with quality time for loved ones. Couples find new romance via travel. For financial wisdom, consult a Virgo.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Give yourself permission to be more successful than anyone you know. You can have a new lifestyle if you’re willing to work for it above all. Married couples solve a problem. Libra mediators are lucky.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Crucial choices have you worried. Air your feelings, share your art, or demonstrate your love, and wonderful luck befalls you. Whether you are traveling or going out to dinner, conform plans. All kind of unexpected stuff happens.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Unite different groups of friends. If everyone bands together, the result is powerful! A loved one makes an offer you can’t refuse. Pursue an activity for fun, not necessarily because you’re good at it or might win something.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (September 14). This is a year you can set impossibly high standards and meet them, too. Challenges at work this month are tackled when you team up. In fact, by January, you could be partnering with colleagues to do a side business. A Pisces of Sagittarius may act cool now but will heat up your love life in November. Marriage could be in June. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 14, 19, 26 and 37.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Don’t be shamed of your background. Impress others with your self-confidence. Ask for time from a lover who is pressing you for a reply. Working harder means you can afford something on your wish list.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Surround yourself with people you admire. A supportive environment boosts your self-esteem. Give children the facts, and they act responsibly. Networking, cross-referencing and research are vital to your work.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). If a new endeavor seems hard to kick off, don’t despair. A different approach is luckier. You could get special satisfaction from part0-time jobs or volunteer work. Give in on little things, rather than worrying about family disputes.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Real estate luck is featured, which could mean improved living arrangements or an investment that finally pays off. Instead of living vicariously, take the central role. Charities are successful when you have a hand in them.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Follow through on commitments, especially the romantic ones, or expect swift repercussions. Avoid tasks that require much patience; you’re restless and should keep projects short. Make that major financial decision tonight.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Feel the electricity? Passions lead toward all types of conquests, many of which will be regrettable in the morning. Be careful, stay on track, and be as reasonable as humanly possible. Older people have good suggestions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Be the center of action; productivity is at a high, and harmony with family is heartwarming. Take time for r unless you want to be a slug all afternoon. Consider: Authority figures fear you more than you do them.

ASTRO-ENERGY TRANSFORMATION (PART FIVE OF THE FIVE): Using astrological energy to give your life an infusion is appealing to all signs – they just have different ways of approaching it. Regardless of sign, people can all use a boost to examine themselves in a fresh way and to get opinions from loved ones, too. Here are energetic suggestions for each sign: AQUARIUS: The career sector of your life is the one that needs the longest, hardest look. Principles of office feng shui help sort out your flow at work and also help you identify the blocks to satisfaction in the career realm. Those looking for work now are in the best position of all because a new position you get this month gives you a whole new definition in your own eyes. PISCES: You can listen your way into a more vital body and mind. Relationships that were draining will bring you joy if you learn how to listen and adapt to different communication styles. Understanding others more fully transforms your life at a basic level. Books about communication and putting yourself across in a winning way will give you what you need. Practicing your new listening skills is more fun than work, and you’ll find your life changing within a month.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Rock’s original diva, Chrissie Hynde, is a down-to-earth Virgo who lets nothing get in the way of standing up for what’s right. True to Virgo nature, she supports animal rights organizations. Mars in Leo gives her performances an energetic fire that keeps burning with Virgo’s promise of longevity. She could do a very successful solo record next year, produced by a longtime fan.

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