April 20, 2004

The moon is in Aquarius, the sign of technology. There was a time when necessity was the mother of invention, but now, it seems that invention is the mother of necessity. Machines have ways of making us dependent on them – but it’s not their fault! It’s one of the many ways that people express their dependence on one another. Come together!

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Put your confidence on the line. Share your dreams with a friend, and you may end up with a business partner as well. In general, you’ll take a more perceptive and sympathetic approach with your colleagues, and they’ll trust you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Common sense is the theme. You’ll be surprised how many people don’t have it. A group you belong to might lack the leadership that would keep people from running in circles or twiddling their thumbs. Take the reins.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Cleverly execute a plan. Whether by performing an excellent sales pitch or extending an invitation to dance, you find ways to satisfy other people’s needs. Observational powers are sharp, but you’ll still see what you want to see.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You are self-motivating, with a particular sense of timing. Because of this, you wish a loved one would back off and let you succeed or fail on your own. The more others urge you to comply, the longer it will take you to do it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You have a take-no-prisoners attitude and can resist the impulse to escape your feelings and instead face them head on. Your relationships are better for it, but be tactful! Egos are easily bruised, and feelings are close to the surface.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 20). What a light you give off! You’re generously gifted and will spread that gift to all you know. This month and next, you’ll be making valuable business contacts. You are the star on the social scene in May and, if single, will date someone very special. June shows you making a proposal to get investors. Best signs for love are Capricorn and Virgo. Your lucky numbers are: 12, 9, 19, 28 and 41.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Wealth could be as close to you as a pen and paper. Do some writing – any kind is good, but keeping track of the good things in your life is very lucky. You have no idea how grateful you are until you put it all on paper.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). You get what you believe you deserve today. What was unconscious becomes conscious. You’ll want private time to mull over your realizations. Something as inexpensive as a bubble bath will be a decadent and heavenly event.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). If it looks like an impossible situation, you’ll like it even more. Turning a situation on its ear is your specialty. You’ll attract an audience that stands slack-jawed as you display your talent expertly. Tonight, reserve judgment.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You don’t require the security of a steady routine to feel stable, so it’s difficult for you to relate to that person who does! Be sensitive. Almost any area of your life can be improved by keeping a journal about it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Emotions are right on the surface, just where you don’t want them! It’s OK to show your vulnerability once in a while – it makes you human and therefore loveable to other humans. A Pisces will help you realize your potential.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). If there is not much in your world that proves you’re any closer to your goal, don’t despair. Your desire is growing, and that is one of the key elements in attaining success. Focus on words of power. Repeat affirmations to yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). If you’re feeling held back, don’t try and resist it. In fact, the universe is giving you a chance to gain solid footing before you go forward again. A key relationship pulls your energy. Flow your thoughts in a positive direction.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I turned 24 on March 2. I have a decent job, though not one I see myself staying in forever, and just this weekend, I met a girl I like a great deal. But I am thinking of going overseas to teach English for a year. I have a history of leaving places just as things start to get good for me. I am wondering if I should stick around here and try to make a life for myself or go find adventure while I am still young. If I do, I’ll risk losing the network I have built for myself here. Thank you."

I couldn’t help but be amused by the fact that you just met the girl a few days ago, and already, you’re accusing yourself of "leaving places just as things start to get good." After looking at your chart, I would argue that because you already know you are leaving, you’re more relaxed and carry around a feeling that you have nothing to lose, which opens new doors for you, like hitting it off immediately with the girl. Go overseas. You tend to set your sights too low, as you believe you only deserve a limited bit out of life. Learning more about the world and what is possible will let you to dream bigger. Upon your return, your network will be easily re-assimilated with your newfound confidence.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: The adventures at Hogwarts continue this year for Emma Watson, who appears as the brainy Hermione in the "Harry Potter" films. This is her third film with co-stars Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint. Aries enjoy getting together with old friends but have an innate need for change at the same time. Thankfully, the movies provide plenty of on-set adventure for Watson.

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