October 23, 2002

You don’t know why you know what you know, but you just do. It’s the intuitive power of the Pisces moon at work. Non-believers won’t accept this knowledge but will only be sorry later. Also at work are the Libra sun, Mercury and Mars driving us toward conflict resolution. Solutions are probably obvious, though no one thought of them before.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). A coach of therapist helps you make headway professionally and romantically. Build up your credentials by marketing a special talent. Do a priority check tonight – too much overtime at work could create tension at home.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Fun and games are as important to your fiscal health as work is, believe it or not. Visiting an antique store, museum or beach will fortify your soul. Singles meet hot prospects while goofing off.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Once you set some ground rules, family affairs go smoothly. A more efficient life helps you get what you want quickly, so deal with the clutter, and come up with a system. Tonight, all of the fun is off the beaten path.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Push through limitations – it’s safe to express yourself. Vent feelings creatively by turning them into a poem, short story or painting. A spark of passion turns into a flame when you stick with it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Your love life heats up when a casual flirtation becomes a steam scenario. If you’re available, enjoy! But watch for hidden strings attached. Your buttons will definitely be pushed tonight in both good and bad ways.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (October 23). This year, you build your prominence and influence in society. Your bets pay off now through January. Relatives help with children in November, allowing you to work on a creative project or regain vitality. An accidental meeting brings love in December. Best signs for new love are Gemini and Capricorn. Marriage or commitments come in May. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 49, 32, 1 and 9.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). The best way to get ahead financially now is to find a need and fill it with your best ideas and efforts. Settle a bet. Find an outlet for your subconscious, whether its art of simply getting more sleep.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). You can change a relationship by taking responsibility for your side of the blame – others follow suit. You may be up against strong contenders in the romance category, so be confident and beautiful when you go out tonight.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Make up your mind to finish a creative project or let it go altogether – the limbo status is draining you. Impromptu gatherings introduce you to love prospects. There is more than one right way to do things.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Go all out for what and whom you believe in – others back you up. Sex appeal doesn’t hurt today, and you’ve got it. Start planning a business trip now, and you’ll save money. Power suggestion: Fight the system.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). State your opinion with conviction, and the world responds. Allies become sponsors. Carry change – you’ll need it. You can solve romantic problems with simple logic. You’re the most important person to the one you love.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Stay abreast of current events – being "with it" is important to your career advancement. When you use your advantage, you can parlay a good thing into a fantastic success. You’ll be offered a job.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). New friends influence your choices. You could even be working in an entirely new environment by the end of the week – something more lucrative and in line with your dreams. Family matters are close to the heart.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "What do you have to say to someone like me who is hopelessly financially challenged with no signs of getting out of it in the near or distant future? I have four planets in Aries, including my rising sign."

Money is difficult for all of us to manage at some time or another. You have many energetic and exciting aspects to your chart that may make it a challenge for you to step back and evaluate your needs. Your eagerness to be innovative may make you susceptible to fashion trends, and your Libra moon accentuates your desire to look for best. Start keeping track of everything you buy. A computer accounting program could pay for itself if it makes you more aware of your spending, but simple pen and paper records will do, too. Keep receipts for everything you buy. You will quickly see where the majority of your money is going. Then, make a spending plan that allows you to keep spending on what is important to you but perhaps not so much on things you can easily do without. With determination, you can start not only to live within your means but also to have serenity about money.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Christopher Reeve makes marked progress this year with his physical goals by being brave enough to take advantage of the very latest advances in the world of robotics. He could use his Libran diplomacy to settle controversial issues surrounding the role of robotics in medicine. His forward thinking views and hard work are fine examples of Libra’s mind-over-matter approach to life

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Copyright 2002 Joyce Jillson