All Signs

This week has some highs and lows in terms of relating to others. It will be easy to enjoy good times and when conflict arises, it won't be hard to stay out of the line of fire. So, what is actually happening this week? Monday is high-energy and quite delightful; but Tuesday will require patience because it will be easy to get angry. Wednesday is full of surprises and unexpected detours. Thursday is challenging in terms of aggression. (That's euphemistic for a bad day.) Friday is both adventurous and serious. (Adventurous and serious? Sounds suspicious.) Fortunately, the weekend is lovely even though Sunday morning might be emotionally dramatic. I think that the best way to approach this week is along the lines of something my piano teacher told me when I was in high school: "When you're sweeping the floor - just take care of the corners because the middle will take care of itself."

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This week your ruler Mars and lucky Jupiter will encourage social outings, sports events, schmoozing with others, playful activities with kids and the enjoyment of the arts; plus (gasp) opportunities to express your creative skills! This energy will also heighten passionate relationships and attract new romance. (Not too shabby.) Venus is now in your House of Partnerships, which is the best influence for all relationships because this helps to make it easy to achieve the right balance when dealing with everyone. Getting along with others is good now because you're focused on money, shared property, inheritances, insurance issues and loans. Meanwhile, you have a strong desire to experience life! (Don't leave home without a rose clenched between your teeth.)

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This week you want cheerful banter and stimulating conversations with others. Certainly, it's an excellent time to clarify and explain issues to someone, perhaps a partner or spouse. You might even discuss difficulties in the relationship itself? (Could this be why there's increased activity where you live, possibly even disputes?) Remember this is also a great time to make improvements to your home or find a better home. Likewise, family relations can improve as well. Actually, this is an excellent week to discuss agreements, duties and obligations both about work and home. Put your cards on the table and remember that you need more sleep. (Cat naps?)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You're thinking about how to manage your life and what this entails. Your pace is brisk and you're focused on physical efficiency because you want to make every action count. Fortunately, this week is excellent for mental work. You won't overlook details. You'll make lists and plan things carefully to get everything done. However, when talking to others, be aware that you identify strongly with your ideas, which might create friction with someone. Fortunately, romance is blessed, and you're eager to have fun! Relations with kids are great along with creative activities. Take time off from your busyness. Because Venus is in your House of Amusement, your self-discipline might be at an all-time low. Take a break.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

No matter what challenges might exist this week (and there are a few), you have a great week to look forward to because the Sun and Mercury are in the most fun-loving part of your chart! This is why your attitude to your relationships is lighter. You want to amuse yourself with fun outings and socialize with others. You feel free-spirited and flirtatious! Meanwhile, redecorating or making where you live look more attractive appeals because you want to entertain. Family relations are good, and you want to feel the closeness and warmth of family living. Yes, you're spending money but you're also getting richer as well!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

So, here's the thing: Fiery Mars is the planet that symbolizes energy, and it's been in your sign since the beginning of October, and will stay there until the end of this month. On the upside, it's giving you tremendous energy to be productive! Major bonus. On the downside, it makes you pushy. You might find yourself arguing with others. (Especially in family discussions about home repairs). Fortunately, Venus in your House of Communications will sweeten your words. In fact, Venus will help you to discover how much love there is in your daily life, which is timely because this is the perfect time to let people know how much you love them. Gosh.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

It's a fast-paced week, and many of you are involved with neighbours, friends, relatives and siblings. Actually, this is an important time for you in terms of communications because the Sun and Mercury (the planet of communications) are currently in your House of Communications. Try to be clear in all your communications to others; and obviously, remember to listen. Meanwhile, the tempo of events is accelerating, and you want to see new places, meet new people and gather new information. It's a solid week for financial negotiations. You might attract money to you. Borrowing money shouldn't be difficult. You might also want to spend money on beautiful clothes, jewelry and art to beautify your home. Why not? Life is short - and fat.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You've been absorbed with money and cash flow lately. (Cheques in the mail being late and confusion with banking issues, for example.) On the upside, some of you are making more money! Perhaps from a raise or a better paying job? This all falls under the umbrella of money and possessions. Meanwhile, Mars and Jupiter are in a social part of your chart, which suits you perfectly because you're a social sign. You're active with friends, groups and organizations, and possibly busy in a competitive sense? Mars will also make you think of goals more than you usually do. Meanwhile your ruler Venus is in your sign heightening your diplomatic skills and charm. Great time to shop for wardrobe goodies!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You're top dog because the Sun and Mercury are in your sign. The Sun is increasing your energy and confidence, plus it will attract things to you. Meanwhile, fiery Mars and lucky Jupiter are at the top of your chart, arousing your ambition, and making you look successful! (Appearances are everything.) This is a fortunate time for you! When good fortune smiles, you have a choice: you can kick back and relax, which many of us do; or you can realize that you can make hay while the Sun shines! Quite likely, you'll choose to work hard because Saturn is in the same part of your chart that it was back in 1997-1998, when you were busting your buns to show the world what you could do.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You're thinking about areas that are "classic Sagittarius" i.e. travelling or making travel plans; plus, exploring opportunities in publishing, the media, medicine, the law and higher education. These things that are dear to your heart. (Let us not forget animals.) Because your relations with friends are cozy right now (for some, a friendship might turn romantic) you might be urging a friend or a group to join you in some of your planned adventures? This could be business or pleasure. Keep in mind this is your time of preparation for a stunning success that will arrive late next year.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You're popular because you're more involved with friends and groups. Meanwhile, you're giving thought to your goals and future expectations. How do your future goals fit with the friends and groups to which you are associated with? Are these quality people? Does your association with them benefit you or create some negativity? Specifically, are you concerned about prejudices or preconceptions that are held by someone or a group? Your friends will definitely influence your life, because they influence your thinking process, which makes the decisions that create your future.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

This week the Sun is at the top of your chart casting you in a flattering spotlight, which is why others admire you now even if you don't do anything special. (This blessing occurs once a year and lasts for four weeks.) This means you don't have to be superstrong to succeed. Despite the future orientation of this influence, it's wise to look back over the past and correct anything that might've been done wrong or in a slipshod way. You want to get your ducks in a row because you're in a window of time where you might change jobs, change residences or both. (Similar to around 1997-1998.) Meanwhile romance is passionate and money might come to you!

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You're an imaginative dreamer; and this week you feel the need to encounter unfamiliar experiences. Something different! You want to travel and meet people from interesting backgrounds. If you can't do this, you might study and learn more because you feel the need to expand your experience of the world. Hey, this is good. Reach out as much as you can. Actually, you don't have to travel far to have a stimulating adventure. You can explore your own neighbourhood, or your own city. You can visit public buildings, university settings, musical performances, the arts or take a class. Romance is favoured right now - something passionate but also affectionate. And yet, despite these appealing distractions, you're working hard - and successfully so. Yes, you have it all.

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