Daily Horoscope for Friday, July 4, 2003

Moon Alert

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

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Your urge to make your digs more beautiful is getting stronger. Since you are the artisan of the zodiac, you might want to sew, paint, carve, or build something artsy crafty. You can do anything with your hands -- once. Invite people over so that you can entertain and show off.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This Virgo Moon signals fun, flirtations, romance and good times for your sign. This is also a good day to deal with show business, the entertainment world and the hospitality industry. You agree with Chesterton: "Art, like morality, consists of drawing the line somewhere."

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

A nice family evening is not a bad idea today. Plan for a cozy time with loved ones, or invite the gang over. You been so focused on money -- earning it and spending it -- that you need to change your headspace. After all, you can't have everything -- where would you put it?

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Now fair Venus has joined the party in your sign. Your bathroom mirror is covered in kisses. (Smak.) This is a wonderful time to enjoy the company of others. You're in a good mood. You feel tolerant, kind, witty and ready to try a coconut, curry recipe.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Get thee to a nunnery. Your focus is certainly turning toward your spiritual life. Four planets now urge you to seek inner serenity and quiet contemplation. Naturally, you can also lie out on a chaise under a shady tree. (Unless you fear a shady tree is too impure for you.)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Plan to enjoy good times with others today, this evening or this weekend. (Today is best.) People want to see you now. Invitations are pouring in. Naturally, you will not accept them all -- you're a discriminating Virgo. Plus, what are they serving? Be patient with partners.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

It's very easy for you to create a great impression on your audience this month. That's because four planets (including Venus) are at the top of your chart. You're a real charmer now. Ironically, you're also particularly gung ho and energetic to work hard at the same time. (Killer combo.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This is the perfect time for a pleasure trip. You will so, so enjoy a change of scenery. Furthermore, you're particularly keen to learn something about other cultures now. (Agar works the best.) As if this weren't enough, you feel sexy, flirtatious and frisky!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

It might become quite clear to you now that you have the resources, assistance or even the financial backing to make the changes at home that you want. But you do have to be patient with family members. (Too much chaos and activity at home encourages stress.)

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Some of you have very important negotiations to settle with partners. Relationships that have outlived their usefulness are ending. New ones are undergoing major adjustments. Fortunately, today's shift of Venus to Cancer greatly improves your chances to deal with others now.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Two things could happen starting today and holding for the next several weeks: you might get a raise or make more money; and/or you might improve the appearance of where you work. Actually, both could happen. Either way, your job scene gets sweeter.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Romance is all over you now. You just want to have a good time. You want to play, dance, sing, act, gamble, party, goof off and enjoy yourself. This is the perfect time for a vacation. And if you have to stay on the cube farm, at least enjoy your evenings!

If Your Birthday Is Today

Advice columnists (twins) Abigail Van Buren and Ann Landers (b. 1918) share your birthday. You value your family roots. You are loyal and faithful, and generous to loved ones. You sometimes need periods of solitude to feel grounded or work on projects. You can expect more solitude this year through study and learning.

Daily Horoscope Friday, July 4, 2003