February 26, 2002

The moon is headed for Virgo, creating tension. Tomorrow’s full moon will provide you with release. Health and self-improvement are what sparks your emotions. Wanting to do it all in one day is highlighted. Be patient though. Material gains aren’t half as important as spiritual ones, and you’ll be thinking of the difference today. Discuss it at lunch.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Financial victory and complete freedom are just around the corner. Don’t set your sights too low, or you’ll miss them. Where will you be then? Your first impression may be misleading. Everyone’s opinion will be interesting to you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Though you’d usually like to find things out for yourself, a smart buddy has done the very same research; all you have to do is ask. Tonight, work on creating a more hospitable environment, even if the only person you plan to entertain is you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Build on your savings account. Sock money away before you have time to miss it. You’ll soon be able to launch your business. You could be instrumental in securing a romantic opportunity for a friend. Spend more time with family.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Union members may receive a pay raise. Money spent on travel will enhance your sex appeal. Don’t let opportunities slip by; be assertive. Family obligations will take top priority tonight, so be there for those who need you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). An innovative idea will reap cash. Instead of acting on a whim, seek the advice of someone who has been in your shoes. Everything will be fuzzy this morning, so make decisions later. Address tough issues before they become problems.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (February 26). You know what you want, and that’s half the battle this year. Just stay far away from what you don’t want. March and April will be excellent months to fatten your bank account. Increase your funds to where they were before Sept. 11. There’ll be a shift in your romantic life in June, and your expectations will be greater than they were before. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 11, 39, 25 and 31.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). A check is tied up in red tape. Boundary issues don’t have to upset your life. Everything will be sorted out in due time. Have a little more faith in yourself. Take an opportunity for professional guidance. An ex will be on your mind tonight.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You can handle just about anything today. Conflict is a natural part of live, so don’t even try to avoid it. You can accept the viewpoint of a family member without sharing it. Try to organize your priorities around your business agenda.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Telling secrets will backfire. The sale of a personal possession will bring good luck. Competitions are charmed. Friends will cheer you on when you need them. Do a bit of charity work, and you’ll feel great about yourself.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Travel has romantic benefits, so dress to kill. If you ask for a straightforward answer, that’s exactly what you’ll get. Sharing knowledge with a younger individual can help you activate a dormant area of your life. Appreciate yourself.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Revive your romantic commitment, or be brave enough to step out on your own. Your desires an expectations are changing, so don’t be surprised if you do something at work that is very uncharacteristic of you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Kick up your heels. There’s no need to keep participating in routines that don’t support your cause. Issues that deal with children or parents are worth examining tonight, but try not to blame anyone. Take responsibility for your actions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Set aside disagreements until you can handle them. Your drive for self-improvement is beginning to pay great dividends. Snatch a chance to impress the bigwigs. Problem-solving will be your specialty tonight. Pay a loan.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I’ve been a mother most of my life, and now that my children are grown, I find myself lonely and bored. I’m sick of starting at the same walls all day long. My birthday is March 14, 1949. Is it too late for me to find a new career?"

No way! You not only have your sun in Pisces, but Mercury, Venus and Mars, too. These are water signs, which are "feeling" signs, so I know you have the ability to work through your emotions. In addition, these planets fall in the sixth-house sector of your horoscope, which tells us that you identify much with service and helping those in need. With Libra and Neptune as your rising signs, people will embrace your sympathetic gestures. People fine it easy to open up to you because you know how to listen without judgment. This is wonderful for people who feel particularly shameful and guilty over their behavior. The moon in Virgo helps you analyze what you hear. People feel good around you, even when you say noting at all. Now that you know you have a gift, all you need is the training. Get it now – I mean right now – and you’ll be well on your way. Good luck, dear Pisces.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Rob Lowe has one of the most coveted acting jobs on television – a regular on the esteemed "West Wing." His George Stephanopoulos-type character is more than a pretty face; he’s charming, sly like a fox, yet, not bereft of morality. Pisces actors have it made in that they find it easy to step into other people’s shoes. Though Lowe has had his ups and downs, his hard work will always get him the next job.

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