Daily Horoscope for Monday, July 26, 2004

Moon Alert

Caution: avoid important decisions from 6:45 a.m. until 11 p.m. EDT today.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This line up of planets wants you to have fun. It's OK to put yourself first. You're creative! You'll try anything new with your hands, especially arts, crafts or tinkering with cars. ("I know this thing can go faster.") Playful times with kids are rewarding. You want to cha cha!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Your focus is certainly on home, family and real estate now. Family reunions, renovations, visiting relatives plus plans related to residential moves or expanding the North 40 are just some of the reasons you're riveted on your domestic world. (Home is where the @ is.)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You want peace and quiet but you like things busy. You've got a curious mind, so multitasking is a way of life. That's why you'll love the next few weeks. They're harried, active, and a bit of a hustle. You're dealing with relatives and siblings. And there's lots of talk, talk, talk.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You're sensible when it comes to money. For starters, you like to hang on to it. You love the feeling of cash in your pocket, money in the teapot, savings in the bank, and a bit of paper under the mattress. Nevertheless, you're spending a lot right now. (Hmmm. Curious.)

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Your energy is returning babes. Both the Sun and fiery Mars are in your sign. You're back in the game. Nevertheless, play your cards close to your chest. Keep an eye on everything because so much is in transition. It's hard to be in charge when the players keep changing places.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You're inclined to take a back seat to things right now even though Mercury and Jupiter are in your sign. (I mean, there's confidence and then there's overconfidence.) You're dealing with a lot of private stuff right now. But it doesn't show in your public life.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Your social pace is definitely picking up. Invitations are trickling in. Rouse yourself! Accept some of these offers to show your face in company. You need to talk to others about tension with a friend right now. You know it helps you when you can think aloud.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Your ambition is definitely turned on. Half of the planets are in a traffic jam at the top of your chart! This means you're dealing with bosses, parents, VIPs and important people. Furthermore -- they're impressed. This is good because you mean business right now. (Go for baroque.)

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Travel and learning are two of your favourite things. (Plus a cold Heineken and some buffalo wings.) Since the Sun and Mars are highlighting these adventures, the next few weeks are pretty upbeat and positive. Try to blow town if you can. Or enroll in a course.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You have a perfectionist streak. You know that if a job is worth doing, it's worth doing for as much money as you can get. Actually, your focus is on red tape matters now -- insurance, inheritances, estates and shared property - but you're keen on self-improvement stuff too.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

A gaggle of planets is sitting right opposite you now. What this does is focus your attention on other people, especially those who are closest to you, like partners and close friends, as well as important clients and customers. Be observant.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Suddenly, it's all about work and trying to get better organized. You want to reduce your clutter, to feel you're more on top of your scene. Of course, you can do this. Einstein was a Pisces. The messes he straightened out were gargantuan.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress Helen Mirren (1946) shares your birthday. No matter what you do, intentionally or unintentionally you are influential. You have a strong, dominant personality. You know your field because you work hard at your craft. You're direct, even blunt. You tell it like it is. Others often find your point of view outrageous. Important choices face you this year. Choose wisely/

Daily Horoscope Monday, July 26, 2004