June 12, 2004

Air signs rule the start of this three-day weekend, with the sun chatting up Gemini and the moon entertaining Libra. It’s a mix-and-mingle kind of day when you can’t take anything too seriously (or be a "stick in the mud"). Even if you’re not planning anything, pack an overnight bag. "Spontaneous" decisions are more fun if you’re semi-prepared.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’re not alone in your wishes for escape (fast and far), but getting away doesn’t solve the problem. Face your fear, conquer the obstacle, and take your place in the winner’s circle. New people find your fire exciting!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Be thoughtful and gentle with the feelings of others. You’ll do everything you can to accommodate friends. Friendships are important, but don’t judge yourself based on how many people call each day.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). In love, your optimal partner is someone who is very responsive, freely expressing feelings. Though you’re attracted to the shy one, it’s going to be a harder road. What was once a weakness becomes your well of strength.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Flirtatious distraction is featured. A Leo helps with whatever’s on the agenda. Engage in constructive criticism instead of being too shy to disagree. People listen to you with interest, so be sure you’ve thought things through.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Lucky happenings involve the art world. Pursue your talents with new energy, and watch things finally fall into place. You get attention for accomplishments, but someone special loves you regardless of what others say.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (June 12). You are the one who fulfills your own dreams, but you have plenty of help in the year ahead. Contracts signed in the next 10 weeks bring lasting benefit. August features an opportunity in a new field. Learn about managing and being a leader; expertise earns you top dollar. In love, a passionate Sagittarius or brilliant Pisces steals your heart. Your lucky numbers are: 1, 3, 10, 20 and 5.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Pinpoint objectives. Don’t even think about what you’ve got to lose – it only makes you more vulnerable to loss. Casual acquaintances become important to your luck. Get two of your friends together, and they’ll really hit it off!

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Stop confusion before it starts – be clear about what you want and unafraid to speak up. When you model such integrity, others follow your lead. Testing a current love is silly. Show trust with others, and it will be returned.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You must let inefficient workers go. Accept new romantic invitations, but stick with someone you know well. Get serious. Tackle overdue chores, as they are keeping you from thinking clearly!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ll see the first signs that a romantic dream is becoming reality. Do less in love, and more happens. Games of concentration increase earning potential. Socializing with a Capricorn or Leo is lucky.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Prioritize carefully, skipping items of secondary importance for now. You need more time to realize your ambitions. A Taurus helps revive your self-esteem. The romantic atmosphere at dinner makes it easy to talk openly.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Cancel a date if you feel halfhearted about it – you’re not doing anyone favors by trying to seem interested. Enthusiasm and desire to learn more leads to success. You’re a teacher tonight.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). A last-minute change of plans leads to a romantic opportunity. Be calm but up front, and you will get results. Expressing your desire is tricky business and best done subtly. People who are smart enough will get your hint.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I’m a Cancer. Lately, I have a horrible problem of misplacing things."

You are losing things in order to give yourself a focus you can deal with. Finding a lost set of keys or a misplaced wallet seems surmountable to you – far more surmountable than other aspects of your life right now. When you deal with the real problem (probably a changing relationship), you’ll stop misplacing things.

"Who would make a better boss, a Taurus or a Cancer? I work in a law firm, and they are both lawyers. My birthday is Oct. 29, 1957."

Every boss has his or her strengths and weaknesses. With the Taurus, you would be expected to keep yourself focused and work autonomously. The Cancer boss would be more interested in your participation in the daily workings of the business. You must decide what your working style is and set some goals. I see something in your chart that indicates you would do very well as a partner in a business, too, and there will be a change at the beginning for November that causes you to take stock of your skills.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Lenny Kravitz is always up to date with the latest styles. Geminis like Kravitz look for partners who share the same interests. The more similar a partner’s outlook is, the happier a twin will be. Kravitz naturally needs a hip leading lady. He reportedly has dated superstar and fashion plate Nicole Kidman. This year, he could meet a new, ultra-cool gal while on tour in support of his new album "Baptism."

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