December 4, 2003

The moon graces social Aquarius, making this a harmonious, energetic and creative day. Lively but lighthearted dinner conversation is featured, as is a detached, bubbly and festive atmosphere. Intellectual acumen is heightened, and people are curious about what the reaction will be to the unpredictable events of the night.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Events of the day don’t have to be stressful (just tell yourself you refuse to get stressed). Even so, the afternoon hours definitely have an edge. No worries, it’s this quality that can make the day more memorable.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). What you are most thankful for is your friendships: They are deep, true and numerous. Cutting corners on your meal will probably end up costing you money. Buy exactly what the recipe says you need. Be extra cautious driving.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your underrated talents come to the fore. Everybody is glad for your witty conversation and bubbly laughter. However, do avoid talk of upcoming holidays. Family members may get jealous about who goes where and stays with whom.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Adjusting your expectations of others might be the key to happiness. Watch out: Seeking instant gratification can sabotage long-term financial or romantic goals. There’s definite progress in your work with a child.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Many responsibilities fall to you because you are so strong and able. Loved ones don’t mean to criticize, but the way you hear it, they sound pretty harsh. Listen through the filter that only your caring, generous heart can create.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (December 4). Your instincts are especially hot this year. January is all about loving someone who makes your heart sing. The more you give, the more you get. Pull out of downhill projects before January, and you’ll be the lucky one. Spring starts a cycle for business – the perfect time for a new job or position. Your best signs for love are Capricorn and Virgo. Your lucky numbers are: 11, 20, 34, 52 and 18.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Say goodbye to friction and taking offense. Who needs it? Let weird comments roll off your back like water from a duck. When you’re the bighearted one, others surprise you by rising to the standard you’ve set.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). People have specific roles in your plans – but do they know this? Your organization skills must be topped by your communication skills for things to go your way. Sit outside under the stars with friends tonight.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’re driven to win. But what does that mean on a day like today? Winning could be simply enjoying a meal with people who make you happy or walking in your neighborhood and noticing one thing you never saw before.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You may find it challenging to take care of yourself with so many other people seeming to need your attention. The buffer of time could be your savior – commit to nothing except in the most vague – open-ended way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). This is the day to show the world who you really are – and the world’s impressed. You glow with charm when you’re honest about what you do and don’t know about. Asking for help endears you to a person.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Much of the action seems not to be up to you. Going along for the ride is a wise choice, but you’ll have comments that help the project toward a grander result than if you hadn’t been involved.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Make a list, and go for it. You can trust new people with traditional tasks. Your entertaining style may be a bit haphazard, but don’t forget that at the end of the day a raucous good time is had by all.

ASTROLOGICAL STRATEGIES FOR FAMILY VISITS (PART THREE OF THREE): Astrology holds information that can help all of us get through those stressful family visits around the holidays – and they can be stressful for even those of us with the happiest of families. Read on for some tips for making the most of your family’s time together: SAGITTARIUS: The more the merry, as far as you’re concerned. Just be sure to clear your last-minute guests with the host to avoid sibling rivalry or parental inconvenience. Family members will love your friends when they are expected guests! CAPRICORN: You remind everyone of important traditions that give gatherings a richness. If there are not enough rituals to make your special time together a bonding experience, it’s up to you to create one that sticks. AQUARIUS: You provide the kooky element of fun that spices gatherings with an unforgettable story to tell later. Don’t plan it – you’re best on the fly. PISCES: Wisdom beyond your years helps you point out what others might miss. You give gatherings a spiritual significance. Embrace your role as a wise person in your group, and don’t hold back!

CELEBRITY PROFILES: A person watching the "Anna Nicole Smith Show" for the first time might wonder, is Anna Nicole Smith really that crazy? Her fiery Sagittarius nature spurs her on to endeavors that are clearly out of her realm of expertise, but she’s a fast learner, and in the end, the joke is on the viewer – she’s getting paid to be herself, and audiences are spending their precious leisure time to be entertained by this.

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