May 5, 2003

The Cancer moon makes it all the more difficult to step out of the cozy familiarity of home. It’s a slow start to the workweek, but at least everyone is on the same page. Excuses that usually wouldn’t fly seem very acceptable: "Didn’t feel like doing the homework/research project/clean-up job? Oh, me neither!" Everyone is a bit sensitive.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your usual friendliness is tested today by someone who is not tracking with your line of reasoning. Don’t be like Goldilocks, trying out everything until you find what’s just right. Instead, set your own pace.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Achieving objectives doesn’t have to be the kind of process laid out in business manuals. Have fun with your goals. Ask yourself: Could I reach the same aim wearing a tropical print shirt? A party hat?

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The twins get busy with the task of paying off a debt, financial or personal. A classified ad will show you the perfect weekend job to fit into your already busy life. Friendly scores are harder to settle. Ask direct questions.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). A career road block doesn’t take a lot of effort to overcome, but it does take a fair amount of patience. Concentrate on what you do well. Others jump in with specialties, too, and together, you create a fine outcome.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). At work, it’s easier to disconnect yourself from the outcome, which is why your last-ditch attempt unlocks the door. You are quickly ushered into a different stratum. It’s n ice to know how the proverbial other half live.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (May 5). This year will truly highlight your talents. You are met with challenge over and over again through May and June, but in each situation, you face them with equally matched determination and rise as the evictor. Friends’ weddings attended in June or July create new occasions for love later in the year. Save money by making holiday season plans in advance. Your lucky numbers are: 17, 46, 12, 37 and 25.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Those who tell you to "be yourself" have no idea how diverse you are. Which you? Ask yourself what you’d be doing if you didn’t care a lick about fitting in. Energy is low at work – arrange for a visitor from the outside.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Learning how to bolster yourself will make you very popular over time. People love to be around someone who is secure – they can relax, as they don’t have to worry about the usual ego fluffing many seem to need these days.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Sensitive sols needs your kindness. When you flirt with someone who isn’t use to such attention, the effect is that you’ve made this person feel terrific. You’ll have to rebut a declaration this afternoon.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Today’s mantra: I am limitless! Repeat in front of the mirror; 100 times is barely enough. Never let money problems make you feel like a personal failure. Cash flow challenges are among the easiest to remedy.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Do a personal inventory first thing in the morning, and then, use what you discover to start the day off right. Otherwise, your choices become automatic, and your day seems like it could have happened last week.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). A keen observer of life, you fit in anywhere you decide to go. A rift is resolved only by changing the subject. Being the authority is a lot less fun than being the diplomat. Style pints are gained tonight.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). A change you fear is already in motion, but you’re the one with the power to make a final choice. If you can visualize calm with all the chaos that’s around you, you’ve won. You’ll try a new incarnation tonight.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I’m getting a little impatient for a boyfriend. I’m happy with my family and my job, and I just want a little romantic inspiration. I was born May 3, 1983, making me a Taurus, and I’m involved with a co-worker who is an Aquarius. Is he in love with me? There is a friend of mine who keeps sending me e-mails telling me he is in love with me. Is he expressing love for me as a friend, or is he really in love with me? He’s a Sagittarius. I think I’m in love with both of them! Who is really meant for me?"

End the relationships with the Aquarius – he’s not looking for the same thing as you. I’m afraid that young Aquarians have a knack for being opportunists this month, and your interaction with this guy has made you seem prime-time action with no strings attached. You have a lot of affection to give and want to have harmonious relationships with everyone around you. Your Sagittarius friend is not head over heels for you yet. I’m not sure he would even know it if he were. When you concentrate your affections on him, the romance you’ve been craving blossoms beautifully, and you’ll both know what true love means.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Winged victory pays a visit tot "Dark Angel" Jessica Alba this year when she discovers a love for sculpting clay rather than sculpting her abs. New York art dealers will clear for her work when she unveils it at a solo show. He sweet personality, killer bod and talented hands make her the hottest property on the Upper West Side. Alba has four luminaries in Taurus – no shortage of determination here.

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