Daily Horoscope for Saturday, May 3, 2003

Moon Alert

We have the All Clear today to shop and make important decisions.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Don't try to keep up to your friends today financially speaking. You'll feel disheartened if you try. This is one of those days when your eyes are bigger than your stomach. (Don't you wish?) Essentially, you're discouraged between your ideals and reality.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Your energy level is decidedly lower than usual today. Don't worry about this because it's a passing thing. Your body needs the day off. So why not listen to your body? Why do something today if you can put off until the day after tomorrow? (Procrastination is better than quitting.)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Ignore feelings of inadequacy or futility that haunt you today. These feelings might be strong enough to make you avoid certain situations or some people. This is quite all right. People can't be on their game all the time. Don't be hard in yourself. Relax and do what you want.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Think twice before you borrow or lend money or items today. You might feel obligated to help somebody; or conversely, you might want somebody to bail you out. Either way, it's not too good. People feel dispirited and easily discouraged today. The world needs more TLC.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You don't take criticism well. (But then, who does?) Nevertheless, you like to be admired. If you feel let down by others today, especially partners and close friends, give this little thought. It's not a reflection of you as much is it is a reflection of them. (Dorks.)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You have aspirations to expand your world either through education or travel right now. Suddenly however, you have cold feet. Because you have such high standards for yourself, you fear failure or ridicule. (You're not alone!) Argue for your limitations -- and they're yours.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Feelings of tenderness for others -- especially children -- are strong today. The truth is you want to do the impossible. Don't think big; think small. Do what you can that is right in front of you. (An optimist believes we live in the best world possible -- a pessimistic fears this is true.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

E.M. Forster said, "Nonsense and beauty have close connections." Today you see what he was talking about. You want to make things at home or beautiful and attractive. Perhaps you have champagne tastes on a beer budget. (Don't we all.) Forget trying to attain the impossible.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You like to go for walks or do something so that you can enjoy nature. (You're not the kind of person who thinks that outdoors is where the car is.) Focus on your health and your body right now and how you can improve your general well-being. Start small.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

When you do things, you like to do them right, because you need the respect of others. Today you want to party, entertain and have some fun. This is all well and good, but don't go overboard. If you spend more than you can afford, you will fail at your objective, which is simply to have fun.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Don't let others talk you into making promises (especially with family members) that you will not be able to keep later. Try hard to be realistic today. Sometimes you just have to say "no." Don't worry -- you can do it. (You might want to practice in front of the mirror first.)

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Don't let wishful thinking trick you into spending more money than you can afford today. Similarly, don't feel you have to say something simply because somebody else expects you to. Quick worrying pleasing everybody else -- just please yourself today.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Soul artist James Brown (b. 1933) shares your birthday. You have a quick, bright, clever mind, and people are entertained by your charm. Your observations about humankind are wise. You are a natural teacher. This year favors social activities, marriage and partnerships.

Daily Horoscope Saturday, May 3, 2003