January 09, 2003

Curiosity is the key word today as the moon takes off through childlike Aries. Losing your temper is easy if there’s anything blocking your path to success. You could definitely say too much if you’re not careful, so keep it in check. By Saturday, your do-or-die attitude fades away, and you’re left with the consequences of whatever was said.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Extraordinary love and public acceptance are featured. You could even revive a romance or friendship. Register a complaint with your boss or union. Read. What you learn this afternoon will save you time later.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Keep asking until you get the truth. Romantic confrontation leads to new understanding, possibly a commitment. Domineering, jealous family members can sabotage your love life if you don’t take precautions.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Recognition is no substitute for money. Make it known that you deserve both. Taking matters into your own hands is risky. Those around you may be supersensitive. Your dreams have meanings you can learn from.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You have financial alternatives not previously thought of; moonlighting could turn into a full-time career. Use organization skills at home, and work is more productive, too. Sometimes, love needs freedom, not intimacy.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). When the stress levels rise, don’t panic. Unfortunately, you’re at your best under pressure. Parent-child activities encourage communication and new respect. Neighbors are nosy, though well-meaning.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (January 09). You have the potential to fulfill your No. 1 dream this year. Streamline your life, and get ready to accept the results. Next month is an opportunity to break into a new business or change positions in a current company. Secrets come to light in February – what a relief. New purchases in February contribute to a heightened sense of self and style. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 5, 19, 49 and 38.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Others pass up what you treasure. What you find today was meant for you to have. Sometimes, guilt is helpful, telling you how you should act in the future in order to avoid the horrible feeling.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Attitude improves when home improves; stop procrastinating special projects! Accept a loan – it’s not a handout. Couples find ways to overcome difficulties. People from the past are thinking about you but won’t dare to call.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You take to heart what others wouldn’t even consider seriously. That’s why a sensitive someone is drawn to you. Think about what you’d like to give in a relationship and what you’re not willing to put up with.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Writing is lucky. Make a wish list. Your instincts are right about a work situation, but it’s not the time to talk about it yet. Observing a little longer will give you leverage when you need it. Be cool.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Just when you think you couldn’t love someone more, you do. If you want to be chosen for special honors, do the work and then forget about it. Family conflict drains your energy if you get involved.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). A loved one far away holds you in his or her mind. Though it’s hard to tell how to move things to the next level, you can be sure your special one is in sync with you. Tonight, your odd observations about the world are entertaining.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Someone near and dear is holding onto anxiety. Make it OK for this person to talk. With Capricorn and Scorpio, you have a healing touch. Draw a picture tonight of what you want.

2003 ASTROLOGICAL SPECIAL FOR AQUARIUS: This year, there’s public recognition for your many talents. Keep your dreams in mind wherever you go. Holiday parties provide useful contacts and financial tips. The best signs for you to pair up with in money ventures are Capricorn and Pisces. Make sure contracts leave you with the power of the purse. Sizzling love in January is with someone so funny he or she makes your face hurt from laughing. Employment opportunities present themselves in April when you hang out with like-minded individuals. You pick up the habits of those you hang out with in June, so be extremely choosy. Be assertive, or someone else will leave all the work to you. Compassion is best expressed in July to those who really benefit from something that is not very hard for you to deliver. September through November is the busiest time of next year. The ability to be organized and to delegate will be your prime way of getting through this time with your sanity. Big money at the end helps to make it worthwhile, but ultimately, it’s the way you are able to pull the team together that provides you with the most satisfaction. Fantastically lucky partners are Taurus, Sagittarius and Aquarius.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: On the tour circuit this year is ’80s rocker Billy Idol. He has adapted to current media more readily than many of his musical counterparts of the time, but that is to be expected of Sagittarian performers. Fire signs tend to be able to withstand high-intensity situations better than most as well, so rock-star status often doesn’t take the normal toll on these lucky signs. Idol could father another child in 2003.

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