Georgia Nicols' Leo Forecast for 2004

"I've missed over 9,000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times I've been trusted to take the game-winning shot ... and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed."
Michael Jordan (1963 - )

In 2003, Mars came closer to planet Earth than it's been for 60,000 years and then teamed up with explosive Uranus. This combo created explosions no one expected. (Uranus rules electricity, technology and all things unpredictable; while Mars rules fire and aggression.)

The good news is that this wild tension is over. 2004 will definitely be calmer. That's a relief for those of us who have an irresistible urge to go on living...

Happy New Year to you all!

Georgia

Just the Facts, Ma'am

Element	Fire
Ruling planet	the Sun
Quality	Fixed
Opposite sign	Aquarius
Symbol	the Lion
Glyph	the swirl of the Lion's mane or tail; and the energy of the Sun
Lucky Gem	Ruby, Peridot, Topaz, Onyx
Flower	Marigold, Sunflower
Colour	Orange
Parts of the Body	Heart and spine
Key Phrase	I will.
I like	Movies, compliments, theater, sports, teaching, offering help, entertaining, being pampered, games, attention, splendid surroundings.
I don't like	Cheapskates, petty mindedness, dishonest behavior, giving up, being nagged, mocked or ignored.
Where I shine!	Generous, principled, honorable, warmhearted, forthright, energetic, positive, brave, witty and intelligent.
So who's perfect?	Arrogant, proud, extravagant, ostentatious, egocentric, patronizing, opinionated, didactic, uncompromising.
Pithy cliché	Make hey nonny nonny while the Sun shines!

Leo 2004 Forecast

The Real You

You'd enjoy being a highly overpaid actor. You've got the presence, the style, and you'd know what to do with all that money. Leo rules the theater and show business. That's why you're dramatic and over-the-top. You love zee beeg gesture.

You're the hit of the party, and you're also the center of attention at lunchtime where truth is stranger than fiction. That's because you know that life is theater! (But you don't do supporting roles.)

Naturally, everyone thinks you're fun loving and extroverted because you constantly radiate warmth and enthusiasm, (and you're super generous) -- but the truth is you're very serious. You've just got a great cover.

You're dignified, powerful, and a natural leader. (That's because Leo rules royalty). You have integrity (sometimes to the point of naïveté) and you spread joy wherever you go. Others want to be in your presence. (And this is where you have a slight advantage over everyone else. Leo rules the Sun and the Sun is energy -- vital, life-giving energy. Guess who's got it all?)

You live life in a creative way, but you need this to be acknowledged by the world. Feedback defines you to an extent. You believe in yourself when you get endorsement from an external source. (There were only three people in the house -- but they all clapped!)

Essentially, you're a performer. You rise to positions of authority. (It's the royalty thang.) You love the theater, movies, the arts, and everything to do with the entertainment world and show business. You teach every day of your life whether you get paid for it or not. You often work in the hospitality industry or in the fringes of entertainment and sports.

And you know that hell is a half filled auditorium. (But they loved me!)

The Past and Present

In the early 80s, there was lots of flux and change going on. Residential moves and job changes made things a bit uncertain for you. By 1984, you started to seek more stability in your life. Some of you bought real estate then. It's a definitely when you started to get serious about going after what you wanted.

Around 1989-90, you made a lovely debut into the world. Ta da! You were noticed! People started to show you respect. Unfortunately, as you stepped up to bat, relationships went down the toilet. (No one suffers like a Leo in love.) Nevertheless, you persevered and by the turn of the century, things were lookin' swell, babes.

There was one hiccup in the mid-90s when you lost the support of someone or something. (How dare they!) But from that point on, you started to achieve some of your cherished dreams.

By 1999 and the turn-of-the-century, you realized important goals. This showed you what you were capable of.

The Year 2004

Ka-ching! You're gonna love this year. Money, Money, Money. Don't you like the sound of cash? It's no secret that you're a big spender -- especially on entertainment and restaurants.

Expect increased earnings. Some of you will make a dent in your debt load. Others will take a vacation. All of you will buy goodies and gifts for yourself and loved ones. (When Leo drinks -- everybody drinks!)

Trust your moneymaking ideas. And trust your desire to invest in yourself by increasing your assets and possessions. Money is energy and if you use it right, you can benefit yourself and others.

More about your future

Two major shifts are taking place now (a) the increased coin coming your way (yes!) and (b) the irrefutable recognition that it is time to move on.

This latter acknowledgment is important. Timing is everything. Consider this: Once a year, the snake must sheds its skin in order to stay alive. But if you pull the skin off the snake - you'll kill it. There is a time for everything. Life unfolds in cycles. The cycle you are in now involves letting go.

Therefore, you have to start to dismantle many things that you worked for in the last 10 to 15 years. You'll get rid of furnishings, possessions, clothing, books, records, CDs, videos (not The Godfather Trilogy!) dishes, and even people and places. Simplify, downsize and streamline your life.

The reason you must do this is you're preparing for a major change in 2005-06. This change will take you into a whole new world.

Relationships and Romance

Everything traditionally connected with romance a la Hollywood -- is actually a Leo thang. Flowers, candy, the romantic gesture, the dramatic flirting, the melodramatic quarrels, hurt feelings, the grateful, passionate make-up and that heavenly walk into the sunset, happily ever after -- all this stuff is Leo. And Leo is the stuff of movies.

So what's the movie lineup for 2004? Three influences come into play: one influence which has been there for some time now, continues to cause confusion and uncertainty in committed relationships. It also contributes to unrealistic expectations and naïve idealism. (Moi?)

Another influence (mentioned above) is your need to give up things and let go of people because you're moving on to something new in 2005. This means you might be leaving a relationship, or unconsciously preparing for a new one to begin.

The final influence is positive and upbeat. By late 2004, your entire headspace suddenly becomes happier, more optimistic and turned on by life! Why would this happen? It could be a new romance or a deepening relationship. (Or a convertible with a fab sound system paid for with your increased earnings.)

It's up to you.

Coping with Challenges in 2004

Because an old order in your life is passing away to make room for a new one, there might be changes with respect to jointly held property, shared resources and possibly your partner's income.

You're also entering a period of 7 to 10 years, where you will likely receive an inheritance. Actually, your greatest challenge is just letting go gracefully.

Fortunately, a planetary shift takes place now that helps you to do this. Restrictions that were imposed upon you (either through your own doing or by allowing others to do it to you) will become so intolerable - you'll make a break for freedom. This will take guts. (You have a lot of style and panache, but you're more cautious and "safe" than people know.)

But you are courageous.

Your Mantra for 2004

Everything I do now is in preparation for my immediate future.

Lucky Days in 2004 for Leo

The days below are perfect times to go after what you want - whether it's a date, a major financial decision, or a job. Make note of these dates and use them to your advantage. These are the days when the gods are with you.

January: 8, 9, 10
February: 4, 5
March: 3, 4, 30, 31
April: 1, 27, 28
May: 24, 25
June: 20, 21
July: 17, 18, 19
August: 14, 15
September: 10, 11
October: 7, 8
November: 4, 3
December: 1, 2, 28, 29

Leo Celebrity Birthdays

July

23 Woody Harrelson, 1961
24 Jennifer Lopez, 1970
25 Matt LeBlanc, 1967
26 Kevin Spacey, 1959
27 Jonathan Rhys Meyers, 1977
28 Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, 1929
29 Peter Jennings, 1938
30 Arnold Schwarzenegger, 1947
31 J.K. Rowling, 1965

August

1 Jerry Garcia, 1942
2 Peter O'Toole, 1932
3 Martin Sheen, 1940
4 Louis Armstrong, 1901
5 Neil Armstrong, 1930
6 Lucille Ball, 1911
7 David Duchovny, 1960
8 Dustin Hoffman, 1937
9 Gillian Anderson, 1968
10 Antonio Banderas, 1960
11 Alex Haley, 1921
12 Mark Knopfler, 1949
13 Fidel Castro, 1926
14 Halle Berry, 1966
15 Debra Messing, 1968
16 Madonna, 1958
17 Robert De Niro, 1943
18 Robert Redford, 1936
19 Matthew Perry, 1969
20 Connie Chung, 1946
21 Kim Cattrell, 1956
22 Valerie Harper, 1940