November 12, 2002

Under the Aquarian moon, success can be a simple matter. Keep your objectives clearly in mind, and the "how" part of the equation seems to handle everything on its own. Now, if only our love lives would behave so nicely. Venus is still retrograde through sexy Scorpio, which seems to encourage our hearts to make matters as complex as possible.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Discover how you are distinguishable from the rest who do your job, and find ways to capitalize on that. Don't succumb to a loved one's persusasion. Listen to both sides of the story before making a decision.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Slow, steadywork keeps a project moving forward. A former flame wants to give yuor relatoinship another try. Avoid risky financial speculatoins. You are following in the footsteps of someone you greatly admire.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Assert your independence whenever possible. Because of your perceived power, a competitor unexpectedly withdraws, making you the winner by default. Time alone is spent enjoying your home, writing of calling relatives.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Be careful – there is a fine line between boasting and a healthy belief in yourself. A little humility goes a long way. Fires of passion continue to grow hotter. A lingering financial issue demands more than lip service.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Your responsible nature gets you into a rut. A career change is not a bad option. Those looking for work could receive several offers at once. Make a spontaneous decision – maybe a trip or dating someone not usually your type.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (November 12). With a little more research, you can put together a moneymaking plan that simply won't lose. Enroll key players in the project now, and you'll be making money by February. March is a love month. Couples buy homes together in May, paving the way for a new lifestyle. Singles find passion with an Aries of Sagittarius. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 39, 22, 50 and 7.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You hate being forced to choose, but you musts make a decision to be fair to all. It's easy for you to see clearly what others miss. If you've gone back on a promise, you can still make amends.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). You thought that when you achieved a goal you could take some time off. However, holding onto an accomplishment will take a lot of energy. A child needs more of your guidance. This will be an enchanting evening for love.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Go with what is presented to you  –don't wait for another situation to materialize. A test is the last obstacle between you and a better salary. Friends of friends help you get special favors.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Parental advice is valuable, but you need to do the research yourself and use your instincts. Being more honest about what you're really spending on will help you develop a financial plan that better serves your style.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Ultimatums won't do anyone any good. Passionate moves are likely to be too expensive to be considered smart. Don't underestimate the good senses of someone you are attracted to.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You and a co-worker have common goals and should join forces. Arguing happens in a romantic relationship, but don't worry – the rift won't last long. By the same token, don't give in just yet.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Fears are overcome by taking action. Disappointments has only made you stronger. Consider hypnotherapy or another alternative form of motivation to kick a habit. You may want to leave one love for another.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "My boyfriend is an Aquarius, and I'm a Leo. We've been dating for a while. Will it last? Will we ever get married and be happy?

You represent many qualities your boyfriend would like to have more of in his own life. He's social and intelligent but perhaps not as confident and exciting as you are. You are the belle of the ball in his eyes. Did you know your guy is psychic? Especially when it comes to his love life. He's got Pisces influences in his chart that make him sensitive to everything that's going on in his heart and in the hearts of those he loves. You have much to learn from one another. He'll teach you to be more sensitive, and you'll teach him to be more courageous about life in general. Don't wait until you're married to "be happy." Your chart suggests that people around you are getting married but that ultimately you would be better off to remain single for several more years. My advice is to enjoy the bond you have now without complicating things further with marriage. P.S. You've got an exciting career cycle coming up that involves getting educated in something that interests you and turning it into a business!

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Winona Ryder has had her share of trouble this year. Scorpios usually find it easy to get away with bad things because, born under the sign of mystery, they can blend into the shadows when needed. Getting caught happens when they subconsciously want it to, not by accident. The spotlight will shine on Ryder again this spring when her relationships with a certain rock star comes under public scrutiny.

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