ARIES (March 21-April 19). Socially, you’re not, which helps business. Make necessary adjustments to get your finances back on track. Let someone who takes advantage from time to time know that you are no longer available for using.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Remembering details of a client or boss’ life shows you care – of course, caring doesn’t mean you subjugate yourself to others. Let others share the abundance you have, and you get more. Don’t hurry, especially in traffic.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Percolating ideas shouldn’t be acted on just yet. Soon, new opinions and people come into the mix that will make you wish you had waited. Also, the price of something you want comes down.
CANCER (June 22-July 22). Those with your best interest in mind are nonetheless overbearing. Don’t even answer the phone! Your independent attitude makes you shine today, but tomorrow, you’ll want to remind friends that you like and need them.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Someone close wants an answer, but you’d rather have time to ponder the question. Be direct. Don’t hide out. Brilliant gift ideas pop into your head – write them down. Relaxation is what you need tonight.
TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (December 9). Who said life has to be hard? You manage your time so well in December, you’re the only one who can enjoy leisure while everyone else bustles around. Don’t be surprised if people come to you for advice – you’ve really got it together, and others want your secret. Your love life thrives in the new year when you keep it light, fun and not at all dramatic. Your lucky numbers are: 10, 3, 24, 5 and 19.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Dollars are lavished on fun. It can’t be helped, so you may as well give in. Make travel plans now when you’ve got the best luck for solving logistical problems. Recycled and nature-friendly goods are lucky.
LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Partnerships of all kinds provide a lift; say "yes" to invitations even though they seem a trifle bizarre. Give into whimsical friend who draws you out of a stodgy routine. Singles meet and fall instantly in love tonight.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Be painstakingly consistent with children or those who work for you. You’ll be amazed at how little you need to exercise discipline once they learn you are keeping track. You’ll lock horns with Aries, but make up quickly.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Outdated structures are gone for good. You are hot on the path of change. Temptation is actually good for you. Petty concerns eat time but nonetheless are hard to give up. Someone who owes you money is fully able to pay.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Keep playing those political alliances the way only you can; everyone feels taken care of, and the money keeps rolling in. A sweetheart or family member searches for meaning. You can provide comfort, if not answers.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Make a plea regarding money you owe; better arrangements are had with very little effort. Be especially sensitive to the feelings of a Pisces. An ex could come out of the woodwork to test you, but you remain unflappable.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Important contacts are made through routine events such as walking the dog. Sign up for a class just for fun; your creativity needs stimulation. Your health is fantastic once you get away from stifling influences.
RUSH TO CHECK OFF LAST YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS (PART ONE OF FIVE): In about four weeks, you’ll be counting down the seconds to 2003. I don’t want you to have any regrets as you approach the brand-new year, so consider this your countdown prescription. If there’s a resolution you didn’t quite make in 2002, here’s how you can motivate yourself to accomplish it in the next month or let it go. ARIES: Maybe you can have it all. But you can’t have it all, al lat once. The key to feeling like you’ve had a successful year is in picking one thing to work on and working on it until it’s finished. You will have to give up something – or more like 10 things. What’s been competing for your attention will now have to be gently set aside. It will still be there when you come back. TAURUS: Give yourself credit for all you have done. People who are as methodical as you are a rare gift to everyone. Your persistence is so admirable a quality that you inspire others who see you working, regardless of your progress. By the way, you’ve done a lot. Pat yourself on the back for it. This gives you the energy to keep going.
CELEBRITY PROFILES: Comedian Ray Romano plays a loveably self-centered husband on television, but in real life, Sagittarian hubbies have a tendency to include their wives more readily in their private world. Why? They like the unpredictable effect that often happens as a result. Sags seldom worry what others will think and gravitate toward those who will make the adventure that is life more interesting.
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