April 11, 2004

Aggressive and sometimes destructive Mars has a stressful interaction with unpredictable Uranus. Accidents are more likely to occur, so take care that they don’t. This is a time when many of us don’t realize our own strength or how much we affect others – until we hurt someone. Be mindful and sensitive to how others are relating.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). It’s important that you get your way, but how? Too bad you can’t very well throw a tantrum! Maturity robs you of the indulgence. Combine creativity with the power of enthusiasm, and you’ll be unstoppable.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You have a focused mind now and can pick up many new tricks! Listening helps you learn fast without having to go through the pitfalls that other people must experience. Take someone you admire out to dinner.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You harvest what you have sown. Taking care of health helps you give all you’ve got. Possibilities for love arise when you go out with a group of friends. You deserve someone sweet, so stop going after the bad boy/crazy girl.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). It’s a trick to balance your busy career with family obligations, but you do it with grace. Be the voice of reason for an emotional pal. This person needs more TLC than you can give, but point him/her in the right direction.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’ll get to know new people and flirt with new ways of making money. The small talk is a vital part of doing business, and much becomes known by paying attention to the minor details of these interactions.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 11). You maintain your reputation well, but this year, you’ll expand and become well known for something new. You may even have some exciting publicity opportunities. You will be given the leeway to experiment with your career in May – it’s lucky to take a measured financial risk in the last week. Lucky love signs are Libra and Sagittarius. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 33, 29, 15 and 19.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). The strength of your personality carries the day, despite delays. Keep perceptions offer the necessary key to getting ahead. Enjoy company this evening. A casual conversation could bring romance into your life.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Taking good care of an important relationship might include changing your priorities now. You’ve got an ear to the grapevine of good deals. Those on a fixed income will find tools for stretching their money.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’d be surprised at who is on your side, anxious to see you advance. Loved ones go to any length to prove affection. Sometimes, your flaws are what get you noticed. House or apartment hunting is lucky.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Enjoy the extra bit of mental juice this morning. Notice how similar you are to the one you felt so separate from? Don’t be proud. So many things are more important to your learning process than being right.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). New doors will open in your love life when you make that special one know you’re willing to devote time to his or her happiness. Be on the lookout for hidden traps that might be involved in financial transactions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your intellect is sharp. Further your financial goals. All you have to do is dream and share those dreams, and a lucrative channel opens up. You’ll be ultra-attractive to the opposite sex when you get in a few witty comments.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’ll find yourself influenced by material trappings and tempted to buy luxury items that perhaps you can’t afford. It’s unnecessary! Exercise your freedom instead. Roam around a bit, and see what’s out there for the taking.

FORECAST FOR THE WEEK AHEAD: The most important thing is to be safe this week. If there are repairs you’ve been putting off, especially having to do with electricity or transportation, schedule them now. Mars and unpredictable Uranus are having a bit of astrological tension, so the unexpected could flare up and cause delays. See potential accident sources, and go around them. Also, this is a time when many of us don’t realize our own strength. Be sensitive to how others are relating. The Cancer moon has us feeling more emotional and reactive than usual, but by Tuesday, the Leo moon changes all that. The thirst for drama is high. Everyone wants to be noticed. The best way to get noticed is to express yourself to the full extent of your feelings. This can still be done tastefully, artfully and with your potential audience in mind. Passion is high on Tuesday and Wednesday, too. It’s a good time to add new people to your life – they’ll contribute something interesting and honest, with Mercury entering Taurus. Starting Saturday, Mercury and Venus are in "mutual reception." This means they’re helping each other out. Life is much easier when your heart and your mouth are working toward the same goal.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: David Hyde Pierce, Dr. Niles Crane on "Frasier," is an Aries who has a strong ability to add nuance to his characters. Characterization is important to actors of this sign. As the first sign of the zodiac, Aries is all about "Who am I, and where do I begin?" This year, Hyde Pierce could write an autobiographical play or movie about his life, including all the rich, personal details Aries like to collect.

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