August 19, 2003

Leo has a way of distorting things, and with so many planets being guided by this big cat, it’s non-stop entertainment. Set out to get a little work done, and you’ll end up wrapped in an office drama. If you’re wondering if it could possibly last with that person you connected with last night, you’re in for a passionate and intense relationship.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). The needs of others shouldn’t compromise your boundaries. Keep acting on hot business ideas, even if you’re the only one who believes they are indeed hot. Walking through a mall or arcade keeps you in step with trends.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It’s a good thing you don’t have to believe in miracles to experience them, because today, you’re a bit of skeptic. Regardless of your cynicism, providence moves in mysterious ways. Somebody out there favors you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Share dollars with someone who is doing work in the world you admire. Your financial picture is enriched. A map, recipe or directions given to you by technical support save the day. Someone with an unusual hair color is lucky.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). It’s impossible to get through today’s list by yourself, as much as you hate to admit defeat. Think of it as an opportunity to be a leader, delegating along the way. The advice of older person should be considered.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). A rich person is someone who has more than enough. In many ways, that describes you. Today is about teaching others. Have patience with that hot-headed Aries or Virgo perfectionist. Your inner voice yells some powerful messages.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (August 19). You are seriously driven this year, so make your primary ambition something you’ll have fun pursuing. New offers in the next four weeks are worth considering, even if your life will be turned upside down by accepting them. Money comes from new employment and creative projects initiated in September. Plan family get-togethers for December. Your lucky numbers are: 14, 22, 7, 15 and 38.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Reveal something small, insignificant and a little bit interesting about yourself to get the conversation started. You’ll eat fabulous food tonight if a loved one is doing the cooking. Overeating is a danger. Count to 20 in between bites.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Sincere interest in people will be your biggest asset in business. Neighborhood politics might come into play. You can do more than you think in the way of lifting up the tone of the group.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Hook into an entrepreneurial spirit. Bonding with other people – like Leos or Sagittarians – who aren’t afraid of the unknown is lucky. Tonight, don’t talk with a loved one about what’s been bothering you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Information gathering is lucky. Sleuth around to learn all you can about the group of people you’re expected to work with. Read body language to find out the dynamics that are relevant to your production level.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Political friends are gathering interest in your big cause; keep talking. It’s very romantic to hop on a train that’s already moving. Make it sound as if your project will chug on regardless of anyone’s involvement.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). There’s a powerful person in your realm who is generous, knowledgeable and totally overbearing! It’s time to cut the ties that bind you to a controlling force. You need freedom in order to make your vision a reality.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your plight is about to become a downhill skate instead of an uplift climb. Simple awareness of a problem is enough to correct it. Set yourself free by finding a way to say what you think in a positive way tonight.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I have often dreamed of writing the Great American Novel. Now, I dabble in poetry. I am a June 2 Gemini. Can you give a clueless wannabe a clue?"

You’re a little cut off from your inner voice, dear twin. After all, your intuition has been feeding you not only clues but direct instructions, and you’re shrugging them off as insignificant. Calling yourself a "clueless wannabe" is a hostile affront to your creativity. The first rule of living a fulfilled life is, when you "often dream" of anything, give it credence. Give yourself permission to sniff out your interests and follow them wherever they lead. It might not be the way you dream, but a fantasy followed always takes you somewhere interesting. All you need now is the guts. Start by letting yourself be a beginner. Refuse to criticize yourself in your early endeavors. Be gentle and sweet to that inner voice that will be feeding you all your best ideas. Acknowledge it, and do what it tells you to do. It will grow louder and stronger, and soon, it will be dictating your great works as you type away. A Sagittarius or Leo mentor will help you along your writer path.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Tom Green is a poster child for the Leo trait of self-expression. He’s got his own unique brand of comedy that includes a bizarre twist on what is accepted as mainstream humor. This year, Green could take his show on the road and start his own circus. He has an affinity for animals and would make a fabulous ringmaster. Leo that he is, Green would be especially skillful at taming big cats.

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