Weekly Horoscope
Sunday, July 25, 2004
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All Signs
Mercury goes retrograde Aug. 9th to Sept. 2nd. However, you'll probably feel the effects of this earlier. (Often two weeks prior.) This is a heads-up warning so that you can initiate new business and begin things ahead of time. More important, you'll have a chance to buy cars, trucks, and bicycles, plus computer-related technology before August 9th. Mercury retrograde times are rife with delays, confused communications, and silly goof ups to daily routines. (And they're very poor times to buy ground transportation.) But they're excellent times to finish old projects, do historical research, and find missing items. I hope I find the energy I lost recently. I miss it. Yet, if I go out and get some more, sure as shooting, I'll find what I lost. (Doesn't it always work that way?) And why would I want twice as much energy? Go figure.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
This is a curious time for you. Your daily routine will change because of your passion for something or someone. You might meet somebody entirely new who really blows your socks off. It could be sexual, romantic or just an intense encounter of a Platonic nature. (It will certainly be memorable.) In large measure, this is happening because you're up for it. Your own eagerness and enthusiasm attract people to you now. You feel turned on by life, probably because you're happier for some reason. This is a great time for a vacation. Love, romance, the arts, playful times and professional sports are all delightful (and possibly titillating) diversions. Whee!
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
By nature, you're rather cautious with your money. Oh, you can blow a wad at times -- who doesn't? -- but you generally get a good bargain and a long-lasting value for your money. (Many of you are bankers, for gawd's sakes.) That's why your relationship to money is kind of curious right now. Suddenly, you feel obsessed about buying something. You want it yesterday. You want the best, the biggest and the most beautiful. This same desire to buy something could also manifest as an intense desire to earn more money as well. In fact, logically speaking, the two go hand-in-hand. When they don't, one just goes into debt. Right? You don't like being in debt. You hate paying interest.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
This is an exhilarating time for you because of that Venus transit thang. There's extra sizzle into your closest relationships. And relationships that begin now are compulsive in nature. You might even be attracted to somebody you know is not really good for you. (Now we're talking serious obsession.) Alternatively, partnerships might become power struggles that involve tacky manipulation. (You hate yourself for doing this but you can't stop yourself!) Don't try to improve somebody. Don't think you know best. These are dangerous thoughts. Just love someone openly, with acceptance, the way you want this person to love both of you.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
You water signs are deep, emotionally speaking. And there are lots of undefined, unnamed feelings taking place now. You're often not completely aware of what motivates you. Sometimes you're just driven by an impulse (whereas others prefer cars.) This week, some kind of emotion grabs you by the throat. You feel compelled to do or say something, especially at work, and you're not even sure why. Hot tip: if you think you're trying to do something "for somebody's own good" - be careful. You might just be meddling in their life. Think how you feel when somebody else does something "for your own good." Make you nervous? Exactly. Yes, you want improvements on-the-job. But make sure others do too.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
This is quite a schmoozey time for you. You're out there, with your colours flying! Activities with friends, groups and clubs keep you busy now. Naturally, you're running the show. (But nicely.) This week however, you could feel a tad pushy about your agenda. Things have to go your way. What's happening is that subconscious impulses are causing you to behavior irrationally. (The devil made me do it.) These impulses are not the same for everyone. Some of you who will just fall in lust with someone. While there's nothing wrong with this, it's invariably confusing and often a waste time. (Albeit a fun a waste of time.) Plus, you could get involved with somebody you shouldn't. (You know who you are.)
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
People aren't sure what to make of you. You look calm, serene and in control of the things. This attracts favourable people and circumstances your way. However, all is not as it appears. Oh no! Beneath this veneer of self-control, you're obsessed with power, reputation and your self-image right now. (To say nothing of mercenary motives.) What gives? Basically, you feel you have to have your way and that's all there is to it. Finito. Fortunately, this obsession has a very short life span. However, while it lasts, you'll step on some toes. You're fixing up things or making where you work look more attractive because you're in touch with your inner Martha. (And we all know how that can be a good thing - or not.)
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
You have smooth, diplomatic, articulate skills. (Some people just have a way with words; some not have way.) That's why many of you are in law. You can talk your way into or out of anything. Be careful you don't go overboard this week. Suddenly, you're super gung ho about something that's religious, political or philosophical. Whatever it is, excites you so much you're ready to get everybody else on board (whether they're packed and ready to go or not.) I recommend you drop the pushy approach. Just for this week. You'll be glad you did. And if you can't resist your impulse to sell an idea, make your words sweet in case you have to eat them later. (Whipped cream helps.)
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
You're a passionate, intense person. Sometimes it shows, sometimes it doesn't. This week it probably shows because you could become sexually obsessed with someone. It's probably something that you know will go nowhere, and possibly you know this because you've been there before! But you can't resist testing the waters once again. Something irresistible beckons to you. At a more mundane level, you might feel just as intensely about sharing (or not sharing) something with someone. Don't take advantage of any situation. Ultimately, you will only be cheating yourself. And why would you want to do that? (There's no free lunch.)
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
You might be attracted to someone who is different from you, possibly exotic. (Whatever that means, it's such a relative term.) Essentially, you're hungry to create something emotionally exciting in your life. Because of this, unconsciously, you might do something to cause someone else to be jealous. Or you might try to manipulate things to get what you think you want. You might even be tempted by a little bon bon - some dessert on the side, as it were. Be very careful. Don't do something you'll regret later. Don't be tempted by the Dark Side. (Remember what Darth Vader looked like when he took his mask off?) I rest my handbag.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You're a perfectionist. You have a strong sense of destiny. You intend to be somebody in this world. (This is not wishy-washy stuff. This is the real goods.) Who you are lays the groundwork for your obsession to make improvements at work this week. You think everyone will agree with you. Your way of doing things looks better, feels better and is better. But is it really? Not if others don't think so. Don't force your hand at work this week. If you hold back a bit, later -- you'll get the support you want. Patience and self-control (boring, I know) are the key to success. Works every time.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
This is an interesting week. Hot, steamy romance (even if it's just serial monogamy) definitely gives you some memorable diary entries. (Unfortunately, most people who keep a diary have nothing interesting to put in it. While those who have all the juicy tidbits, have no time to write.) You might behave quite irrationally now. You might go off the deep end to become involved in a relationship that you know is destructive. You just can't resist it! Subtle, powerful forces are at play, and you can use them in a positive way or just succumb to them willy-nilly. Be smart. (Read: Newton's Law of Energy Transference in Cheap Motels.)
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
You want to enhance something or make things prettier, more relaxed and more inviting at home. (You love a soothing ambiance: fragrance, lighting, and a shoebox full of money under the bed.) You're convinced you have a good idea about how to improve things at home or within the family. You think a good idea will sell itself. You also think you can push your agenda forward because it's for the best. Unfortunately, someone doesn't agree. Power struggles or guilty manipulations could arise. Try to be aware of what it is you really want. Is this just a power trip or something genuine and grounded?
