September 22, 2003

The Aquarius moon helps us turn those silly little Mercury retrograde problems into something that is easily overcome with a little inventive thought. In fact, glitches in the schedule could actually be a benefit to all involved. Be lighthearted and unattached to the outcome, as hard as that may seem with Mars and Jupiter in opposition.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). There’s a certainty inside you, and the world makes room for your ideas because of your conviction. Taking care of family might mean checking to make sure everyone is eating properly. Tonight, don’t do heavy lifting.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It’s easy to get caught up in the rat race. Stay grounded, and focus on your true values. Try not to compete with anyone but your own personal best. Your love life requires you to be very awake. Ask questions.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Higher-ups depend on you to deliver the goods, and you do a fabulous job. You may think your partner doesn’t notice an issue you’ve been mulling over lately, but it’s obvious. You may as well have a serious discussion.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Your paramount position on a project is no accident. Stop being so self-effacing, and realize what you’re good at. A little ego will be terrific for your financial bottom line. Friends have a blast catching up tonight.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Human relations feed your soul. Take all the time you need to feel reconnected with someone – it doesn’t happen right off the bat. If shopping today, buy something frivolous that you think you’ll wear once and never again.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (September 22). You are on the path to success, and evidence of it shows up as early as next week! Expect changes in your living environment next month. Major decisions have to do with loving commitments and location changes. For fast results, let a Capricorn or Aries guide you in financial matters. Your best signs for new love are Taurus or Scorpio. Your lucky numbers are: 35, 26, 40, 39 and 2.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Your work is a reflection of you, true, but it isn’t you. Keep reminding yourself that you cannot be defined by the circumstances around you and the products of your effort. You are a soul that transcends the material world.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Be careful; some folks are adept at manipulating the scene to show themselves in the best light. But you’re smart and won’t be easily won. Continue looking for charm without ploy. Delight in the company of a Cancer or Aries.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). There certainly is no black and white with the current obstacles you’re facing at work. Someone is making decisions for unethical reason. Still, this could be better for many people involved. Don’t be quick to judge.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Being busy is no excuse not to keep up ties with friends. Make a few fast phone calls to let them know you still care. Projects that bring out your curious joy are like a youth tonic.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). If you think of your job as drudgery, it will be that today. But it doesn’t have to be! Your effortless sophistication attracts an impressive invitation. When you’re with birds of a feather, it’s easier to fly.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Somebody is looking for the qualities you embody. Put yourself out there in a bigger way. Though you admire a strong woman, you could butt up against this person today due to a personality conflict.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Get ready for a change of residence. Go through your stuff, and ask yourself if it still represents what it used to. Scour magazines for answers to your love questions. Or ask a wise Virgo what she really thinks.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I’m a Leo born Aug. 7, and my Capricorn boyfriend and I just got engaged, or rather, we just bought my ring. He hasn’t done the full proposal yet, and since we’ve been living together for two years now, I kind of let him off the hook. But now, it’s starting to really bother me. Also, we don’t have much money, but I wanted a $7,000 ring and put it on a credit card. Is that so wrong? It seemed important to me at the time, and now, I wonder if I’m being stupid."

At the end of your life, do you really think you’re going to regret having put a beautiful wedding ring on your credit card? Knowing how girlie, romantic and theatrical Leo women can be in regard to weddings, I doubt seriously that you’ll have any regrets. And, yes, he has to ask you formally, and of course, you won’t be happy with any practical kind of proposal. Make it easy on him. Tell him (and tell his friends to reinforce this) that no matter how silly it seems, he’d better make a big deal out of asking you. Capricorn men are practical and won’t see the sense in this, but you’ll never let it go otherwise. Congratulations!

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Pink is a Virgo with a fiery Aries moon. It’s easy to see her combative and intense energy when she performs, but in life, she’s more organized and methodical than her bad-girl-of-pop image portrays. Virgo, Mercury, Venus and Saturn show that she drives herself hard and has a great deal of self-discipline. She’s most attracted to people who are on a quest to improve themselves on a daily basis.

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