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Your Daily Horoscope for Wednesday January 4, 2001 Bette: Many women are her fans, but many express shock during her talks. Her sense of humor is raucous, her ability to entertain unquestioned. She has been described as being ultra-sensitive to rough-and-ready. Bette Midler, Sagittarius, does things her own way; and they turn out to be the right way. This year, she will travel and perhaps produce a movie in a foreign land. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): You will finish favorite project. Relationship that ends is not really the end. Healing process is under way. Love brings about reunion in dramatic manner. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Cycle high, what was thought to be impossible will be accomplished. People are drawn to you; fame, fortune could await. Leo, Aquarius persons figure prominently. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Question of partnership and marriage looms large. Family member wants to be with you for a greater length of time. Be accommodating and hold tight to principles. CANCER (June 21- July 22): Laugh at your own foibles, try new wardrobe, realize you are attractive and sexy. Include family in upcoming adventure. Gemini, Sagittarius play roles. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Lunar position coincides with promotion of business and career. Details require review, check plumbing facilities. Taurus, Scorpio persons are in scenario. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): New prospects featured -- don't stop now, you are close to obtaining objective. Focus on advertising, publishing and vigorous promotional campaign. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Diplomacy wins, if you force issues you lose. Possibility exists for change of residence, marital status. Music plays, march to your own tune. Aries featured. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Hold back, play waiting game. Someone tempts you into premature action. Wait and win. Pisces, Virgo persons play exciting roles. Luck with number 7. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don't hit yourself with sledgehammer words. Let the past be, build for the future. Protect valuables, lost money will be recovered. Capricorn involved. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Someone close to you offers wise counsel. Continue along the path, it is the right way. Love relationship heats up, could be too hot not to cool down. Libra represented. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Take new look at property, home. You need more room. If you insist, desire will be fulfilled. Don't follow others; wear bright colors. Leo figures prominently. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Focus on home, restoration of domestic harmony. Emotional fulfillment if you so permit. Make intelligent concession. Marital status figures prominently. IF JANUARY 4TH IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: You were on your own while young. Your ideas did not fit family pattern. Taurus, Leo, Scorpio persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters letter, initials in names: D, M, V. During February, you make fresh start in new direction. September will be your most creative, romantic and profitable month of 2001.

January 4, 2000 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) This day is especially suited for setting your own goals and starting to realize them. You have your own variety of "healthy egotism" and you could meet up with influen- tial people who will support you. This will enable you to approach your work with plenty of confidence whereby you probably won't hide your light under a bushel. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Try to avoid taking drugs or alcohol for a day or so, as your susceptibility to these could leave you vulnerable. This is because you are more sensitive than usual to the influence of chemicals and drugs. During this time of ultra-sensitivity, physical realities can dissolve. For some, a settled way of life can lose its sense of direc- tion, but this occurs to purify the soul. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Today reason will meet with emotion. Logic doesn't have much room in your life, you prefer to respond from the gut. Thinking and acting objectively won't be the easi- est of tasks. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Today harmonious powers are at work which could be useful for a new project. At the moment you have a lot of good ideas for putting them to constructive use without creat- ing stress. Physically, you are in good shape and you won't let the day go by without physical exertion. Even if it is strenuous you get a lot of enjoyment out of it. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) The wider issues of life beyond the home and family can be affected during the transit of the Sun in this house. Even if you are not the focus of attention by others, this is a time when you should consider your role and activities within society, the community or at work. Due to a natural charge of energy at this time, the opportunity exists to succeed more easily than at other times. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) This could be a day when a compromise is needed. Your will -power may be lacking. You may feel more restricted today in expressing affection to others and seek self-gratifying pleasures to the exclusion of others. Assertion is often tempered under this transit, to the point of laziness or wanting to take it easy. Delay buying non-essential items or concluding financial deals. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) You could be challenged on your position or beliefs. This may occur as a result of a more direct expression by your- self of your perceptions of people and things. If you sense being in an over reactive mood, try to use restraint, whether in speech or driving! It's a great day for being tactful. By being cool, calm and collective, you will avoid the danger of stressing the body in some way. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Today fate will present you with the challenge of taking care of your obligations and dealing with the consequences of your actions. You have the chance to recognize the meaning of your work and deal rationally with the challenges of your daily life. If you are not in tune with yourself and are trying to avoid your obligations and deny assistance to others, this could make itself noticeable on the physical level in the form of an illness. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You may experience an emotional period when you feel notice- ably in tune with the life around you. As such, you are more able to become emotionally involved in what you are doing. This is a great time to naturally get in touch with your deepest feelings, perhaps through meditation. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) A time when you should find it easy to reach agreement with others. Some new friends or romance is possible. Your popu- larity can be enhanced. With this kind of flow, it is a good time to patch up any outstanding difficulties in any relation- ship, but only if you remain conscientious and open. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Your mind will be more alert today, and there can be a good sense of humor. With this, you are socially at ease, so this transit can favor get togethers. Mercury/Mars transits can induce a degree of mental independence, so you might be less inclined to perform the bidding of others PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Today you are sociable, curious and entertaining, which is why it is easy for you to find the right words. You should open yourself to others and if you want to devote yourself to new fields, don't hesitate. Just pay attention that in conversations you give others a chance to talk. Don't try to always be the center of attention. Keep calm and stay in the background.

Do these know me or what?! January 4, 2000 EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn The usual craziness surrounds you today. Don't get frustrated. Even though you don't have your typical energy to handle it, try your best to get through it. A Scorpio will help to alleviate some of the pressure through their humor. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius You need to think about how your actions impact others. A seemingly innocent action will set off a chain reaction affecting several others. Make sure you are doing things for your higher good, not for the sake of pleasing someone else. AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra Spend some time in nature today. You haven't experienced the joy of hugging a tree lately. Even if it's only for a few minutes, you'll find Mother Nature will provide you with the fuel and energy you need to keep going. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces Tempers flare around you over something very petty. While you are great at mediating, stay out of this one. Let the big boss handle this. Instead of getting dragged into the dispute, you'll just be an innocent bystander.

Your Daily Horoscope for Friday January 5, 2001 Survival: He not only survived being stabbed nearly a dozen times, but he is back in uniform on the Boston Celtics basketball team. Paul Pierce, a Libran, is 23 years old and a survivor. Other Librans you might know include Mark McGuire, Michael Douglas, Margot Kidder, Tim Robbins and Jesse Jackson. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): New approach necessary, if you are to transform loss to profit. Emphasize original thinking, pioneering spirit. Leo plays dramatic role. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Analyze priorities, make positive use of them. Focus on cooperative efforts, partnership and marital status. Cancer native is in picture. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your kind of day. Highlight versatility, make people laugh when they are ready to cry. Try on new wardrobe. Sagittarius, another Gemini featured. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Personality emphasized; includes sex appeal. Don't break too many hearts. Major wish will be fulfilled. Taurus, Scorpio persons play roles. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Be ready for change, short trip, variety of sensations. Relationship heats up, gets too hot not to cool down. Read, write, teach, find new ways of distribution. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Music plays, march to your own tune. Change of residence possible, marital status emphasized. Long-distance communication will verify views. Aries is in picture. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): See people and relationships as they exist, not merely as you wish they could be. Avoid self-deception. Get promises in writing, checked by legal experts. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Power play! Don't back down from principles. Time's on your side. You are destined to win. Taurus, another Scorpio will dominate scenario. Number 8. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Come out of doldrums. You will be invited to participate in journey. Look beyond the immediate and examine various possibilities. Libra figures prominently. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Permit creative forces to surface. Make fresh start in new direction. A different kind of love awaits. Leo, Aquarius individuals figure in scenario. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Emphasis on direction, motivation, need for meditation. Focus also on sale or purchase of property, comfortable living quarters. Taurus plays dynamic role. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Diversify, entertain and be entertained. Highlight humor, ability to make intelligent choices. Keep health resolutions. Sagittarian edges way into picture. IF JANUARY 5TH IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: You are versatile, dynamic, creative and have natural ability as writer, psychologist and travel expert. Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: E, N, W. During January, emotional excitement. Domestic adjustment featured in February. June will be your most romantic, profitable month of 2001.

January 5, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) This could be a day of high mental energy with lots of talking or writing. The interchange with most people should be quite successful. Any important ideas that you have will be presented with greater clarity. This is a good time to perform an audit on your activities and goals. Are changes necessary and do you need to enlist the assistance of others? TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) You may feel rather restless as your need for new experiences contrast with your need for security. If you are unable to get away during such times, watch programs about travel, or study maps and pictures of the world. Perhaps a hypno-meditative experience where you are guided somewhere pleasant could help greatly. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Temperamental feelings can arise if there is insufficient balance between the rational mind and the emotional part. You may be more inclined to discuss personal aspects of your past, especially with women. In addition, this could be a good time to process certain feelings. traditionally, this period helps getting along with women, it would be advantageous for you to talk with a woman about your in- ner struggles. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Today you generally make a positive impression on everybody making it easy for others to get along with you. Because a sextile aspect has always something to do with community it would be an advantage to seek cooperation with others, where- by recognition plays a large role for you, but today you don't have to worry, recognition is assured. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) The planet Pluto is at home in Scorpio so that it is probably easy for you to divorce yourself from outdated ideas. Even if this gets to be a very intensive period, keep on facing the future. This Mercury transit doesn't stand for uprising but merely opens the door to intellectual confrontations. This period may bring about negotiations on common property. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) You may hold intimate, yet quiet discussions with certain people. This often happens so that you may learn something about your purpose, or feelings. You could feel the need to become emotion- ally involved in what you are doing right now. If you are normal- ly unable to do this in your work, you might find it difficult to concentrate. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Feelings of de ja vue can occur during this brief transit. You should be able to interact well with others. You could express a higher degree of warmth and sensitivity towards other people, especially the opposite sex. In addition, a stronger nurturing instinct is often prevalent with family members and close friends. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Your mind could be directed more towards recreational activities such as games and entertainment. Your communication may even be more direct than usual, so be careful that you do not say too much of "how it is," and offend other peoples' sensitivity. Be sure to maintain a listening ear to people, and avoid over pro- jecting your thoughts. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) If you withdraw somewhat from every day experiences, it will not be to your disadvantage. Life at home will receive special atten- tion in this phase, but don't hesitate to make your observations from a safe distance, it won't do you any harm. If you live with your family, you will be able to make plans efficiently. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) This could be a day of high spirits with lots of talking or writ- ing. There could be a heighten youthful feeling. You may start some special activity, even if you don't complete it! This could be a good time to start a new project or venture. With an adequate understanding of your needs, you should make plans for the future AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Probably this is a great time to assert yourself against compe- tition or to call attention to your strengths, although you pre- fer to sit back and observe what's going on. Maybe you will get close to your family and go on an outing together. The atmos- phere could warm up if you were to show your family how impor- tant they are to you. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Feelings of empathy can be very high during this transit. Many people might not recognize these energies because as you absorb them, they are melded with your own psyche. However, with medi- tation and inner understanding, you will gain much insight. Your inspiration is also likely to be more active as a result.

January 5, 2001 EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn A family member invites you to dinner. Even though you are tired from a long week, go out for a while. You'll find they'll bring up your energy and it will be just what you needed. Be nice -- offer to pick up the check. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius Stick to your guns today. A Sagittarius is going to try and convince you that another position is best for you. Don't let them try to persuade you that this is better - you know in your heart what will work. Speak your mind professionally. AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra Happiness isn't tied into money so don't let others tell you otherwise. Even though a friend is trying to convince you of this, they'll be surprised that you actually teach them a lesson. Tell that Pisces friend, in a nice way, that you have all you need to be happy. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces An added responsibility comes your way. This may seem like a burden but take it on with a smile. You'll find this actually gets you out of the ho-hum of the daily routine and you'll enjoy something new!

Your Daily Horoscope for Saturday January 6, 2001 Blue Eyes: He is an Aquarian, a longstanding motion picture star. He is handsome, debonair and has portrayed a number of characters from villain to hero. He has blue eyes and it's rumored that Paul Newman gets his eye drops from France. His hobby is auto racing. Other Aquarians you might know include Kim Novak, Chris Rock, Clint Black, Ellen DeGeneres and John Travolta. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Financial pressure relieved, you find you are happy with what you have. Focus on marital partnership. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Cycle continues high, be selective, display ability to laugh at your own foibles. Element of luck rides with you, in matters of speculation stick with Number 3. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You prove that you are capable of overcoming obstacles. Many people express admiration. You will be called upon to solve mathematical problem. Scorpio involved. CANCER (June 21- July 22): You will enjoy greater freedom of thought, action. Many hopes and wishes will be fulfilled. Participate in fund raising for worthy project. Gemini plays role. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Sense of perception heightened. Emphasis on possible change of residence, marital status. Gift received, luxury item that helps make your home beautiful. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Check telephone number and mailing address of one in transit. Foreign nation could be involved. Romance questioned, protect self at close quarters, deception involved. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Show a different side of yourself. Some will claim you are being too business-like. Explain that this is you, take it or leave it. Capricorn plays fantastic role. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Lie low, prepare to leave premises. Dramatic reunion set for tonight. You will know your love is not unrequited. Project will be completed. Aries involved. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Let go of preconceived notions. Don't follow others; create your own tradition. Keep tabs on health of pet. What you have been seeking becomes available. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Decision made concerning direction, motivation, meditation. Cancer native and another Capricorn play key roles. Value of property will be assessed. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You could be talk of the town. Highlight versatility, willingness to investigate and report. Wardrobe looks just fine, be confident. Sagittarian involved. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Relative announces change of travel plans. Maintain emotional equilibrium. Everything will happen for the best. Taurus, Leo, Scorpio play fascinating roles. IF JANUARY 6TH IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: You know how to keep a tune, are affectionate, appreciate fine arts, music and have unusual voice. You are always willing to take chance on romance. Taurus, Libra, Scorpio persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: F, O, X. During this month, attention revolves around proposals, career, marriage. July will be your most memorable, profitable month of the year.

Your Daily Horoscope for Wednesday January 10, 2001 Look Homeward Angel: He was tall, well over 6 feet. He was a rough and tough Southerner. His books were lush poetry. He was attacked from both the Left and the Right. Thomas Wolfe, a Libran, was accused not only of being anti-Semitic but anti-Black. Intensive research failed to prove those charges. His lover of many years was Jewish. She denied he was anti-Semitic. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Emphasis on where you live and with whom. Distinct possibility of change of residence, marital status. Music will play, march to you own tune. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Confusion exists, could be blessing in disguise. Welcome delay, time is on your side. Protect self in emotional clinches. Pisces represented. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Financial transaction dominates. Don't be servile. You have plenty to offer. Others realize it. Lost valuables will be recovered. Capricorn plays role. CANCER (June 21- July 22): Cycle is such that you reach more people and benefit as a result. Loved one says, ``You've carried me long enough. I want to be on my own.'' LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Secret purchase comes to light. Stress independence. Luxury item helps make home beautiful. Aquarius, another Leo figure in scenario. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Many desires will be fulfilled. Question arises about what you really want. You could locate desired living quarters. If speculating, stick with number 2. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Good news received in connection with career. Display talent for making people laugh. One in authority praises, prepare for promotion. Sagittarius involved. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Revise, review and rewrite. What had been rejected could now be enthusiastically accepted. Realize difference between publicity and notoriety. Taurus plays role. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Keep plans flexible, take note of impressions, including dreams. You will be attractive, don't break too many hearts. Short trip involves relative. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Attention revolves around sale or purchase of property, home. Moon position highlights legal affairs, be on right side of the law. Libra is in picture. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Back off. You do not have true story. Check various factors. Deception exists, deliberate or otherwise. Get promises in writing. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Focus on power, authority and distribution. Moon position highlights creativity and physical attraction. We are seeing a different kind of Pisces. Enjoy flattery. IF JANUARY 10TH IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: You are an original thinker, possess a pioneering spirit and do not consider life without love to be life at all. You are a survivor and have graduated from college of hard knocks. Leo, Aquarius persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: A, S, J. Current cycle relates to travel, romance and marriage. Most memorable months for you in 2001: March and December.

January 10, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Today be careful you do not sell yourself short when you receive that offer of backing for your new venture; keep the controlling interest. Use your esp to help you separate the truth from a line someone may be feeding you in the romance arena. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Working together today with a spouse or a partner in business is especially favored today as you seem to have the gift of gab that will put your major ideas across. You may also have an impractical side to you today and this you should guard against letting slip into your conversation. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) If you are engaged in doing some sort of creative work you will find your muse sitting on your shoulder as you feel particularly inspired today. Signing of contracts could also be a biggie for you today and these should be seen by a lawyer first...just in case. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Today interests of the heart are emphasized and you find that the person you have fallen in love with is also in love with you! This would be a good time to make some plans for the future. If you are already a couple you will be much more in tune than you have been. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Hurt pride is always an unwelcome and unpleasant feeling but try not to make more out of it than it really is, it would be easy to blow it out of proportion and cause a rift with someone who only had your best interests at heart. Guard against 'getting even' by doing something outrageous. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Go with your instincts today as an inspired idea or a hunch will be right on target today whether it is about love or money...you have good instincts, trust yourself. Today the buying and selling of real estate is favored and you may be able to make the deal of a lifetime. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Your powers of self expression is at a new high today and you will be able to sway the opinions of others with little or no effort. This ability is an inborn gift of God and should not be misused for only selfish motives that will benefit no one else but you. You would do it at your own peril. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Being a loner today is more the thing for you as you are in a 'mental' mood whereby you will be able to clear up things in your mind that has had you puzzled or upset for a long while. your thinking is clearer as well as your understand- ing of most situations. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) This is a good day for a stimulating exchange of ideas with a friend or relative that is particularly close to you. There are things you may need to talk about that you don't want just anybody to know and this person has been a trusted confidant for many years. Go ahead and unburden, it is good for the soul. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Avoid taking shortcuts in your work today as a good project could turn out looking pretty bad if you do. The same will hold true for your relationships, of all types. Put your heart in whatever you attempt today and be careful you do not say something in haste that will wound. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Rumors that may be making the rounds today are just that, rumors, and you need give them no further thought. Listen to a suggestion from a friend who may really have a good idea about your business, be sure to give credit for the ideas when they work out. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Meeting your spouse halfway in a quarrel may go against the grain but if you would preserve something precious between you, you will do it with no hesitation. Agreeing to a com- promise will be the best way to solve this dispute as then both parties can feel as if the victory is personal.

January 10, 2001 EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn You'll get put on the spot in a meeting by someone who is not on your side. Take a deep breath and present your position. You'll be able to survive this inquisition beautifully -- you clearly know your stuff. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius You are wearing yourself out -- take some time to rest. Even if you have to take the rest of the day off of work, you'll find it's worth it. You'll have more energy in the coming days if you take some time to recharge your batteries. AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra A friend may need you but you need to decide if getting involved is the best thing for you to do. Consider how your friend got into the situation in the first place. Is helping them actually hurting them in the long run? WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces Have all your papers in order because you'll need to provide information for the boss about an important client. They'll want dates and memos -- make sure they are all in order. You needed to clean your office anyway.

January 11, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) You will have trouble collecting money you loaned previously. Your work will be disrupted today due to intrusions by an irate friend, this is not good for your employment future, unless you are already self employed in any case, clear this up quickly. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) It will only mean more heartbreak for you when that old love comes knocking, it will be best if you don't let him/her in. Of course, if you feel like being used, you can make up with this person, but Invite a new love over tonight as a buffer against temptation. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) A friend may seem superficial on the surface but this person comes through for you today when you find financial trouble staring you in the face. You may also meet with some unexpect- ed expenses that threaten to overwhelm you, but you manage to stay afloat. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Don't let anything you hear today, through the grapevine, color the way you feel about a certain person as rumors and hearsay may plague your footsteps. Pay absolutely no interest in them as the chances are very good that every one of them are false. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) With your creativity level at its lowest ebb, morning hours are rife with possibilities of of things going wrong. Things tend to slow down in the afternoon and then you start moving right along while the others are lagging behind. Do not try to pro- mote your interests today. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) A loyal friend comes to your rescue in the romance department tonight when someone starts a false rumor about you. A dif- ficulty with a friendship may bother you today after a friend dodges his/her obligation to you. You don't like to have to ask, but in this case you may have to. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) You have an unfinished job or project hanging in there that you really need to finish before you can expect to see any increase in income from this project. This is a good day to devote to completing it; work on it, don't worry about working on it. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Doing your own thing is very attractive to you but don't hurt, or ignore others, in the process; this could lead to difficul- ties, especially marital. Save yourself some major marriage problems today by watching your I don't give a d... attitude. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Your energy level is high and you have a good day at work, scor- ing quite a few points with your boss. Evening may bring family disagreements but you should try very hard not to be overly crit- ical of a small child as children really do want to please their parents, CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) People with ideas far removed from yours still need to be heard even if not agreed with. You will run into people today who may have ideas that are very different from yours, use tact and in all your dealings at work. Encouragement comes from unusual places. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) You may find that the new person in the office got confused and changed your schedule all around today. Don't worry, it won't happen again if you use understanding in instructing this per- son. Be sure you leave your frustration at work as it won't be appreaciated at home. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Finish a creative project today as it has hung in there long enough. Today, through the actions of others you know to be highly unpredictable you find yourself in a mixup regarding plans and engagements. This could work to your advantage as you may miss meeting someone that you would really rather not see.

Gee, how did they know house troll bought more junk on my AOL account??! That was what the fight was about..again!

January 11, 2001 EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn You'll receive a compliment from a respected colleague. The extra hours and hard work you've been putting in has really paid off, so there is no reason to wonder about motive -- the praise is well deserved. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius Reach out to someone you have lost touch with recently. There has been a misunderstanding that has caused this strain. Take the high road and make that phone call. You can clear all of it up in a couple of minutes. AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra You need to have a lot of patience today. There are those who will be getting on your last nerve but you can deal with them with a smile. Get out of the office for a few minutes, even if you have to walk around the block. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces Tonight would be great to socialize with people you haven't seen in a while. You should get home early, though, you still have to get up early the next day. You don't want to sleep through your alarm!

Your Daily Horoscope for Sunday January 14, 2001 Ann Rule: She is an author who specializes in crime stories. Ann Rule, a Libran, is known as the queen of true-crime writers. She gives this explanation for her success: ``I think I have a God-given instinct for people -- for knowing what makes them tick and for making them come alive on the page.'' She comes from a family of law enforcement officers. Ann Rule: True crime! ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Push aside superficiality to get to main objectives. Don't follow others, create your own tradition. Focus on creativity, love and excitement. Leo involved. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Creative juices stir, read and write, share knowledge. You are physically attractive today. Don't break too many hearts. Marital status in picture. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your kind of day. Utilize wit, humor and wisdom in connection with sale or purchase of property. Almost by chance you locate comfortable living quarters. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Handle details, be willing to revise, rewrite and to tear down in order to rebuild. Taurus, Leo, Scorpio persons play key roles. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Keep plans flexible, imprint style, don't follow others. Romantic interests emphasized. Written notice will change itinerary. Virgo plays outstanding role. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Highlight diplomacy and willingness to make intelligent concessions to family. Cycle high, judgment and intuition on target. Libra figures in scenario. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Check Leo, Virgo messages for added information. Define terms, see people, relationships in realistic light. Be sure to get promises in writing. Mystery intrigues. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Power play! You could be part of major business and career transaction. Relationship sizzles. Short trip involves Capricorn. Avoid wild goose chase. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Look beyond the immediate, forecast your future and make it come true. Emphasis on universal appeal, possible journey overseas. Dramatic reunion tonight. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Check Scorpio message. Make fresh start and maintain creative control. Highlight original thinking, do not follow others. Avoid heavy lifting if possible. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If married, spark that brought you together will re-ignite. If single, you could encounter future mate. Emphasize direction, motivation and need for meditation. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Sense of humor is your ally. Accent versatility, diversity and intellectual curiosity. New wardrobe fits and it looks fine. Sagittarian plays key role. IF JAN. 14 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: You have natural skill as writer and psychologist. You are drawn to the mantic arts, including astrology. Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: E, N, W. During this year expect to travel and to participate in political and humanitarian projects. August will be your most romantic, creative and profitable month.

January 15, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Today your relationships will take center stage, especially your relationships to the opposite sex. An existing partner- ship can become more important to you or you may enter a new one. This is the time to rethink your behavior towards others and bring understanding into your partnership. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Today you will get deeper into your psyche and your spiritual life. Even if your daily obligations keep you from taking time for your self, you should try to find the golden mean, which will allow you to create the balance between your own needs and the needs of others. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Being aware of your constant dependency on the cooperation of others, allows you to appreciate the situation. Intensify your contacts which have been important to you in the past. If you are in negotiations, this transit will contribute to their success. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Personality traits which you dislike may come to the surface in those you love. Don't try to change them, learn to accept this as a part of the whole. When you manage this you will return to a state of inner harmony. Everyone has their faults which just won't disappear on their own. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You may feel inclined to pursue a new hobby, an intellectual study or even enroll in a new class. So long as your mind can be stimulated, this will tend to be your motive. Some indivi- duals will find that their intellectual stimulation is direct- ed to an area of the law that involves some sort of principle. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) It is time for expansion on all levels, the time is also favor- able for learning something new. Also a trip would do you good, or a seminar or an adult education course could set things in motion for you. Possibly you will meet people who come from far away and provide new insights into foreign cultures. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Your own affairs should be very important to you at this time and maybe you will also find answers which you have been look- ing for a long time. You should have enough strength and energy to present yourself in a positive light and to secure your position in life. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Try to be aware of any greed, possessiveness and over-moraliz- ing during this time. This is a period in which you are able to purify your relationship with personal resources. Should you feel a need to exhibit certain personal items, it should be done with humility and a sense of sharing your pleasure. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Your focus during today could be directed towards your immediate environment. This is the interaction with people you casually deal with on a daily basis, such as neighbors, friends and bus- iness colleagues. During this day, try to personalize your relationships with such people in a balanced way. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) If you have been unable to settle down, you may find yourself setting up a sound base for future activities. Some individuals may resurrect a hobby or activity that they found gratifying when they were young. This is a good time to meditate in order to get in touch with your deepest feelings. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Home will have more meaning to you. You want everything to go smoothly in this area and are prepared to work for it. Redec- orate your apartment or invite your parents over, that could have a positive effect on you. Today an emphasis on harmony and free expression will fill your circle of friends with positive relationships. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Your mind is focused more on success and this success depends on the extra effort you make in this direction. You should feel good today, both psychologically and physically. There could be a stronger idealistic tendency about you, but try not to let this get out of hand. You will interact well with others. =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn You may be dealing with news from far-away family or friends today - perhaps it's time you arranged for a long-overdue visit. A change of scenery is probably a good idea in any event - so plan a trip or an outing, if not for today, then for the near future. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius Put on your running shoes because you'll be having a very hectic day. A chain reaction will get set off and you'll have to visit several places. You might get into a disagreement with a Scorpio type but it's not going to be anything serious. AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra You may find out something distressing about a celebrity you admire. If you're feeling despondent today, try not to let your mood disrupt personal relationships. Everyone needs a little down time once in a while - today it's your turn. Tomorrow will be a lot brighter. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces Wisdom and serenity are the keywords today - whether you are exuding these qualities, or you are influenced by these gifts in someone else. An old wives' tale will ring true today. Listen to your inner voice - it's trying to get your attention.

Your Daily Horoscope for Monday January 15, 2001 Julie London: She died in October 2000. She was a smoky-voiced torch singer. Julie London, a Libran, did not believe she could sing. However, her albums sold in the hundreds of thousands. She was married twice, once to Jack Webb, once to Bobby Troup. She had been an elevator operator when a talent agent discovered her. She once declared, ``I'm strictly the housewife-mother type.'' ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Go slow, play waiting game. Be positive of legal rights, permissions. Focus on partnership, marital status, public appearances. Timing important! TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Find different ways of getting job done. Take special care while handling mechanical devices. You'll be chosen to conduct social gathering. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Be observant of details, rules. Avoid traffic jams, crowds. Get ideas on paper. You'll be noticed by big wigs. Scorpio involved. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Focus on change, travel, variety of experiences. Flirtation getting hot, heavy. Know when to say, ``Enough!'' Written material proves important. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Attention revolves around home, domestic issues, reunion with relative. Don't try to please everyone. Have fun doing what you do, and do it well. Taurus represented. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be especially cautious in money deal. Aura of deception exists, deliberate or otherwise. Lost valuable will be recovered. Pisces plays sensational role. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You could be talk of the town. Impart knowledge concerning music, composers. Don't keep that part of your talent hidden. Cancer, Capricorn figure in scenario. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Finish what you started three months ago. You will now receive support, moral and financial. Open lines of communication; someone wants to tell you something. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Let go of preconceived notions. What had been impossible is now within reach. A different kind of love is on horizon. Take initiative, display courage of convictions. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): What you thought was settled could be just beginning. Check property value, management team. Refuse to be taken for granted. Cancer native involved. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Diversify, select quality, find outlet for your artistic capabilities. Sea cruise brings you in contact with exciting, intellectual people. Sagittarian featured. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Focus on construction, testing solidity of material. Make this your make-over day. Visit to foreign nation may be in picture. Prepare creative presentation. IF JAN. 15 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... you have unusual voice, can bring people of opposite views together and finally result in friendship. Taurus, Libra, Scorpio persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters or initials in names: F, O, X. During this cycle, you could discover romance in new, unusual manner. Before January is finished, emphasis is on partnership, cooperative efforts, marriage. July most memorable.

i certainly hope the bigwigs notice me due to a good thing and not because i screwed something up!

I hear you!! Me too, Sweetie. *HUGS* January 16, 2001 EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn You may find more strength and stability today than you've felt in a long time. It's nice to stand on your own two feet. Someone you've been assisting may be ready to go it alone now as well. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius You may be feeling impatient and even a little reckless today - you'd rather jump into something and darn the consequences, than just playing the waiting game. Just make sure you consider the depths of the waters you are jumping into so that you don't find it way over your head. AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra Make sure to have your cell phone charged because you'll need to get in touch with someone while you're out on the town. It may be to rescue you from a weird situation. Have some extra cash on you just in case. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces All the pieces have finally come together to make your business plan a solid one. Though you may be scared to ask for help, find the courage to make your request. Roll up your sleeves, you're going to be elbow deep in work soon!

Your Daily Horoscope for Wednesday January 17, 2001 Larry Flynt: Perhaps the most controversial publisher in the United States, he was the victim of an assassination attempt, and once ran for president so that he would be free to get his message across on radio and television. Larry Flynt has spent time in jail, and says and writes what he wants with no regard for diplomacy. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Check behind scenes; secret is revealed, you might wonder why it took so long. Upset apple cart, step in during middle of controversy. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Lie low, play waiting game. What you want or need will be granted if you put it in writing. Romantic liaison gets too hot not to cool down. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Attention revolves around home, family, sound of your voice. March to your own tune, be firm but make intelligent concession. Libra plays role. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Define terms, get promises in writing. See others in realistic light, avoid self-deception. Family member tells you what is already known. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Focus on business, career, added responsibility, pressure previously unknown. Property value estimated, worth more than expected. Capricorn figures prominently. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Strive for universal appeal. Short trip involves relative in search of legal document. Burden lifted; you'll be happier as result. Aries is in picture. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Lost article retrieved; find new ways of increasing income. Don't follow others, imprint your own style. Romantic tryst with Leo individual is exciting. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Focus on partnership, publicity, home improvement, marital status. Cycle high, take risk in order to achieve objective. Cancer native involved. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Diversify, make inquiries, try on new wardrobe. Sharpen sense of humor, emphasize ability to make people laugh. Gemini plays clown role. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Revise, review, rewrite, tear down in order to rebuild. Utilize powers of persuasion. Win friends and influence people. Stick with No. 4. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Change, variety of experiences, ability to write, teach is accented. Personal magnetism translates to sex appeal. Avoid breaking hearts. Sagittarian involved. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): You win easily with help of family. Focus on beauty, romance, music. Relationship exciting, could prove expensive. Libra plays dynamic role. IF JAN. 17 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... when pressure is on you are up to it. You enjoy responsibility, have natural executive ability. You are romantic to degree of passion. Capricorn, Cancer persons play dramatic roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: H, Q, Z. Social life accelerates, people want to be with you, but at times you would like to be alone. May will be your most memorable month.

January 17, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Today be careful you do not sell yourself short when you receive that offer of backing for your new venture; keep the controlling interest. Use your esp to help you separate the truth from a line someone may be feeding you in the romance arena. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Working together today with a spouse or a partner in business is especially favored today as you seem to have the gift of gab that will put your major ideas across. You may also have an impractical side to you today and this you should guard against letting slip into your conversation. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) If you are engaged in doing some sort of creative work you will find your muse sitting on your shoulder as you feel particularly inspired today. Signing of contracts could also be a biggie for you today and these should be seen by a lawyer first...just in case. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Today interests of the heart are emphasized and you find that the person you have fallen in love with is also in love with you! This would be a good time to make some plans for the future. If you are already a couple you will be much more in tune than you have been. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Hurt pride is always an unwelcome and unpleasant feeling but try not to make more out of it than it really is, it would be easy to blow it out of proportion and cause a rift with some- one who only had your best interests at heart. Guard against 'getting even' by doing something outrageous. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Go with your instincts today as an inspired idea or a hunch will be right on target today whether it is about love or money...you have good instincts, trust yourself. Today the uying and selling of real estate is favored and you may be able to make the deal of a lifetime. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Your powers of self expression is at a new high today and you will be able to sway the opinions of others with little or no effort. This ability is an inborn gift of God and should not be misused for only selfish motives that will benefit no one else but you. You would do it at your own peril. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Being a loner today is more the thing for you as you are in a 'mental' mood whereby you will be able to clear up things in your mind that has had you puzzled or upset for a long while. your thinking is clearer as well as your understanding of most situations. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) This is a good day for a stimulating exchange of ideas with a friend or relative that is particularly close to you. There are things you may need to talk about that you don't want just anybody to know and this person has been a trusted confidant for many years. Go ahead and unburden, it is good for the soul. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Avoid taking shortcuts in your work today as a good project could turn out looking pretty bad if you do. The same will hold true for your relationships, of all types. Put your heart in whatever you attempt today and be careful you do not say something in haste that will wound. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Rumors that may be making the rounds today are just that, rumors, and you need give them no further thought. Listen to a suggestion from a friend who may really have a good idea about your business, be sure to give credit for the ideas when they work out. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Meeting your spouse halfway in a quarrel may go against the grain but if you would preserve something precious between you, you will do it with no hesitation. Agreeing to a com- promise will be the best way to solve this dispute as then both parties can feel as if the victory is personal.

January 17, 2001 EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn If you remember your childhood games of Pin the Tail on the Donkey, then you'll have an indication of the vibes for today. You are being asked to make a move, but you feel like you've been blindfolded and spun around a few times. Oh well - why not just revel in the sheer joy of the dizziness and let that inner child have some fun. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius No matter what you do today, nothing seems to be going right. It's really not your fault -- you're the victim of circumstances that were put in place along time ago. Just grin and bear it because today will be over soon enough. Focus on something you enjoy! AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra If there's a goal you've been trying to reach, today is the day to jump high and grab the prize. And don't forget to let yourself enjoy the many admiring glances that will come your way when the trophy goes to you. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces The number influencing you these days is 8. Consider situations you're dealing with for karmic lessons. That includes any restrictions you're feeling - what exactly is holding you back and why? See if you can break out of any vicious circles you see in your circumstances. Listen to sound advice.

January 18, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Your charm and smiles could enable you to make some valuable connections in your world today. Be graceful, and quietly accept the praise that will be coming your way today, don't protest, simply accept with a thank you. You may tend to run to excesses tonight, so do watch that spending. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Do not be unconventional in business dealings today nor resort to unethical dealings, as, when found out, it could go far to damage your reputation and sink your ship of state, possibly to an unrepairable extent. Dwelling on interests of the heart in the evening is highlighted for today. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) You may feel more like doing a lot of socializing today and you do, resulting in the meeting of a very important someone that you wish to make a part of your life. Give business your un- divided attention today as some of the deceptive trends from yesterday is still holding on. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Today is yours if you take the initiative in going after what you want and overcoming your opposition. Be ethical and tactful, but by all means be firm and back up what you say, or promise. A person is only as good as his or her word, and his or her word is only as good as the person giving it. Reputation counts! LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Take a cue from the song: "The Gambler" today in business, and know when to hold em, know when to fold em. Getting in and out of a business proposition will call for some good timing on your part and you are just the one to be able to do this with precision. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Disruptive changes in plans may be difficult to cope with earlier in the day but things settle down in the afternoon, and you come to realize that these particular changes were much more for the better than you had dared hope. Gaining the affection of someone you care about could be an easy task tonight. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) This is a great day for either planning a party or actually partic- ipating in one! Either way, your mind will be mostly on social matters. If you work, try not to stray too far from what is going on around you as that may create a hazard on the job for either you, or a coworker. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) You will see a major amount of progress on the job this morning as you pursue and conquer that project that has had you stumped for days. Today the perfect design pops into your head and you go wow, where did that come from...Do you really need to ask? SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Your progress at work today could be an on again off again affair caused by your own self doubt. If you ever expect to accomplish your goals you are going to have to kick self doubt in the rear and get him out of your thinking. Evening brings romance. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) This may seem like a great day for going out for good times or a shopping binge but curbing these wild impulses is the thing you need to work on today as it would not be wise at this time to do other than your normal weekday routine. Leave kicking up your heels for the weekend. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) You may think appliances have a way about them today of trying to break down every time you turn your back on them... chances are you are being nervous and over reactive; just have the fridge, or whatever, fixed and forget about it. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) A mix-up in communications may cause a drastic change of plans for you today, but the change is not all bad so rolling with the flow is very much the thing to do. A quiet, romantic dinner in the evening will bring you and that special someone closer together; maybe you will be hearing bells? ========================================================================== EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn You'll see a ray of light today in any financial or legal matters that have been hanging over your head. If someone has been leaning on you for support, they may discover the strength to stand on their own today - a gentle nudge from you may help. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius The hand that rocks the cradle has the perfect motion today - and life is grand. Go with the flow and enjoy the downs - they are only a prelude to the ups! Speaking of ups and downs - drop by the local playground and get on a swing, or visit and amusement park today - you'll have a ball! AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra Quality is more important than quantity. You could save a lot in time and aggravation if you do some extra research for what you want. You might have to pay a little more than you'd like but it's going to be worth it in the long run. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces You'll be invited to a social event today. While you'll be tempted to stay home, push yourself to get out with your friends. Your mood will improve because the comedian in the crowd is paying a lot of attention to you.

Your Daily Horoscope for Thursday January 18, 2001 Banned Books: More of his books have been banned than any other leading author. Some consider his works, including ``Tropic of Cancer,'' to be literary masterpieces. Others regard him as a pornographer. Henry Miller, a Capricorn, claimed love as the theme of his works. He was born in Brooklyn, but his books are read throughout the world. He was a painter as well as a writer. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Secret meeting results in money changing hands. You'll be encouraged to proceed with creative endeavor. Flirtation more serious than anticipated. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Legal procedure necessary if rights, permissions are to be obtained. Focus on home, beautiful flowers, music, marital status. Libra involved. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Someone attempts to deceive; be alert, protect self in close quarters. Employment picture subject to change. Be ready, move with the tide. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Emphasis on promotion, distribution, financial arrangements. Relationship serious, brings pleasure, costs money. Capricorn plays exciting role. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Accent showmanship, universal appeal, color coordination. Estimate property value, don't give up something close to you. Aries will play fantastic role. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Those who thought you would fail will be bitterly disappointed. Highlight independence, pioneering spirit. Scorpio neighbor offers apology. Accept with grace. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You will be asking, ``Is this dij` vu?'' Familiar places, faces, marital status dominate. If married, addition to family possible in near future. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Make amends for recent tantrum. Focus on social life, intellectual curiosity, humor. Lost article retrieved, express thanks without being obsequious. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Some will say, ``Don't upset apple cart!'' Do plenty of ``upsetting'' -- it is expected of you. What previously failed will now succeed. Respond accordingly. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You will have greater freedom of thought, action. Outlet discovered for creative talent. Express yourself, give and receive love. Gemini figures prominently. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): People look to you for solutions to their domestic problems. Be reasonable, kind. You will be rewarded for good deeds. Taurus, Scorpio play key roles. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): You've waited for this day. Maintain aura of mystery, don't tell all. Virgo confides big secret. Take information in stride. Get definition of terms. IF JAN. 18 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... you are a natural humanitarian, are drawn to psychology and the mantic arts, including astrology. Aries, Libra persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: I, R. By April your life will show improvement in areas of money, romance. During February you could change residence, marital status.

Your Daily Horoscope for Friday January 19, 2001 Lest We Forget: She received the first Tony Award as a Broadway star. As a child she had rickets and wore corrective boots. Later she became a dancer who thrilled audiences. She had only two parts in ``Can-Can,'' but was so sensational she received a pay raise and was elevated to stardom. Gwen Verdon, a Capricorn, was to Broadway dance what Ethel Merman was to Broadway song. She died Oct. 19, 2000. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Focus on home, family, marital status. Partial financial burden removed; you'll receive gift, luxury item, which helps make home beautiful. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Low cycle ends; you might be saying, ``About time!'' Avoid self-deception, see relationships as they actually exist. Pisces represented. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Power play! Be positive concerning legal rights, permissions. Focus on relationship that is serious, relates to marriage. Capricorn plays role. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Emphasis on personality, affair of the heart. Dramatic reunion takes place in foreign land. Aries, Libra individuals play unusual roles. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Fresh start proves beneficial. Don't follow others, imprint your own style. Within 24 hours you could be madly in love. Aquarian will figure prominently. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Accent on living quarters, partnership, marriage. Decide on direction, recognize motivation, value of meditation. Cancer, Capricorn are in picture. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Diversify, accept role as social arbiter. Give full rein to intellectual curiosity without scattering forces. Gemini, Sagittarius play meaningful roles. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Deal gingerly with another Scorpio who displays temperamental outburst. Cycle high, you will be at right place at crucial moment. Taurus also in picture. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Within 24 hours what had been rejected will be accepted. Spotlight on change, travel, variety. Excellent for writing, perhaps starting a diary. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Be discreet, you could be dealing with classified information. People talk about you; you are on edge of fame, fortune, change of residence. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Define terms, see people, relationships in realistic light. Be wary about giving love. Element of deception involved. Virgo represented. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): What begins as adversity will boomerang in your favor. Money required is made available. Emerge from emotional shell. You have leading role. Capricorn involved. IF JAN. 19 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... you are independent, an original thinker, feel that you cannot live without love. You can be determined to degree of being stubborn. Leo, Aquarius persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in their names: A, S, J. Before January is finished, there could be change of residence, marital status. Memorable months this year: March and December.

Your Daily Horoscope for Monday, January 22, 2001 Roger Clemens: He is a pitcher for the Yankees, his fast ball has been clocked at 95 mph. He is a Leo who enjoys the spotlight. Most opposing players would prefer not to face him. Predictions are that he will one day pitch a no-hit, no-run game. This Leo is headed for the Baseball Hall of Fame. Later, he will be in an executive position for the Yankees. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Advancement is indicated in career and business. You get added recognition and could be in love. Libra and another Aries will play starring roles. Number 9� TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Good lunar aspect coincides with travel, publication and romantic involvement. In this relationship, know when to say, ``Enough!'' Leo represented. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Decision reached in connection with home, property and marriage. Meditation could result in solution to dilemma. Bargain price may not be bargain at all. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Lie low, play waiting game. Focus on reputation, partnership, legal maneuver. Test waters before plunging in. Gemini, Sagittarius play roles. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Be positive concerning quality material. What seems a defeat will boomerang in your favor. Loan will go through. Taurus, Scorpio persons in picture. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be ready for change of scene, read and write, teach and learn. Physical attraction dominates, maintain emotional equilibrium. Gemini involved. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Focus on sound, music, important domestic adjustment relating to marital status. If you're diplomatic, you'll win. Don't attempt to force issues. Taurus featured. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Define terms. See people and relationships in a realistic light. Protect self at close quarters. Don't waste your love on unworthy person. Deception involved. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): People talk about you, write to you, some urge you to move to foreign country. You'll be offered high-paying position. Capricorn plays surprising role. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Look beyond the immediate, separation from loved one is temporary. You make amazing comeback, vitality returns. Aries, Libra persons dominate scenario. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Let go of preconceived notions. Emphasize originality, daring and pioneering spirit. Avoid heavy lifting. Take yet another chance on romance. Leo represented. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): In astonishing manner many hopes and wishes are fulfilled. In matters of speculation, stick with number 2. Elements of timing, luck ride with you. IF JANUARY 22nd IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... you left parental discipline at a relatively early age. You chose unorthodox career, profession. Taurus, Leo, Scorpio persons play memorable roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: D, M, V. During February, you make fresh start in new direction. Travel in March, hot romance. September will be your most profitable, romantic month of the year.

January 25, 2001 EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn An impatient attitude may be magnified today. Instead of brashly blundering ahead, use this time to take stock of where you've been and how far you've come. Are you still on the right road or is it time to adjust your course? Be especially careful with finances and investments today. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius The tone for a few days ahead is 'shake-up' - and dealing with the aftermath of a trend reversal. Movement, changes, out with the old - in with the new - you'll be getting your bearings this week. A thunderstorm may cause difficulties. A kind, generous woman will be there for you. AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra Movement and stimulating new experiences are highlighted, so channel your strengths into positive and decisive action. Watch for a tendency to be impulsive and overbearing, in order not to hurt those around you. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces A dream can become a reality if you put your mind to it. Stop thinking you're unworthy of the prize or you'll never receive your reward. A little hard work and determination will bring you the abundance you're craving.

January 26, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Curb extravagant spending today as you have a long, and possibly expensive, weekend coming up. Don't be surprised if you are hit with some out of town visitors which you have to spend time entertaining. Children will make you proud this weekend over a moral accomplishment. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Today your travel should be for romantic reasons as you go to join a loved one or to get acquainted with some in-laws to be. An unusual opportunity should come your way soon so be ready to act on it as it will be fleeting. An after work party will keep you up very late tonight if you let it. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) You can be very charming while asserting yourself so pour it on today to keep down the jealousy and resentments at work. You will be doing a lot of socializing now and you may just meet up with the "right" kind of people to help your career along. CANCER (June 22-July 22) A crisis move in progress may have you worn to a frazzle, but try to keep your nerves and your temper under control as others are feeling pretty bad about everything too. Others will find this a good day to chuck the job, just for today, and take the boat out for a fishing trip. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You may be having some problems with an assignment or with a problem at work. But someone explains a key part to you and you grasp it in no time. As a couple, you and your spouse make an ideal pair, don't forget to tell him/her how much you are still in love. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Until you become more seasoned at what you are doing you should try to save your other sources of income as a cushion to fall back on...don't sell out and take a chance on hitting rock bot- tom. This would be a good time to start a "don't touch" savings account. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) You may need to treat a sensitive relative very gently today for if this person thinks you are trying to force or trick him into doing something he will balk...loudly. Even if what you want him to do is for his own welfare. This is a good day to go out bar- gain hunting. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Don't get frustrated on the job today as that can only make more things go wrong and lead to more frustration, etc, etc.. Take a long coffee break and clear your head and the problem will quickly solve itself, or you will know what to do with it. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You can do yourself in, money wise, at an auction today if you do not follow the bidding very carefully. Others will find that not keeping a close watch over their finances could bring some losses their way, losses you can ill afford at this time. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Researching for a small enterprise that you are interested in investing in is a good idea today. Try to focus on what can happen in the future since personnel has been revamped. You may have an unfinished project that keeps tugging at you so there is no time like the present to get it done and out of the way. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Delays and mixups could be your middle name as you come within hailing distance of Murpheys law. Afternoon gets better and you can actually feel the tension as it lifts off your neck and back. Evening promises a quiet time to relax and refresh your- self for the coming weekend. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) You may ignore your talk with a financial advisor today but it will be to your benefit not to. After all, you pay that person for good advice so why not take it and save yourself some grief. Treat authority figures with respect today and you will see your popularity increase. ========================= EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn Some disappointment and concern may be clouding your mood. Someone may suffer a small injury. Watch out for people, including you, bumping or banging their heads today. Someone will turn to you for comfort. The nicest part is that you are able to smooth everything over. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius Listen to your heart - and trust your intuition today. Enjoy your inner wisdom and trust that it comes from a deep well of knowledge and truth. Men: that feminine intuition is not just for women, you know! AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra It's time for some R and R - in fact, you are long overdue to take some time out for yourself. Sure, physically you can go, go, go - but what is your spirit running on? You may be visiting friends who are ill or convalescing today - encourage them to try to find an inner stillness too - it will re-energize them. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces You've learned about a situation that has shaken your confidence. It's okay. This will pass and you'll come out on top. Don't let your emotions get the best of you. Breathe and calm yourself -- it will all blow over.

Your Daily Horoscope for Friday, January 26, 2001 THEY SAID IT: ``You can run, but you can't hide!'' -- Joe Louis. ``A fallen woman is the easiest to pick up!'' -- Oscar Wilde. ``All right, Mr. DeMille, I'm ready for my close-up.'' -- Gloria Swanson. ``I want to be left alone!'' -- Greta Garbo. ``I forgot to duck!'' -- Jack Dempsey. ``Astrology is study that should be taken seriously.'' -- Norman Mailer. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Within 24 hours you will have greater freedom of thought, action. For now handle details, plug loopholes. Scorpio plays passionate role. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): People turn to you with their questions, problems. Be gracious, if you don't have answers, admit it. Flirtation is serious. Know when to say, ``Enough!'' GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Attention revolves around harmony, music, where you live and with whom. Domestic adjustment could pertain to residence, marital status. Libra represented. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Check percentages in financial transaction, lending or borrowing. Protect self in emotional clinches. Aura of deception is present. Pisces involved. LEO ( July 23-Aug. 22): Play waiting game. Time is on your side. Focus on organization, priorities, intense romantic relationship. Cancer, Capricorn persons play outstanding roles. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It will be possible for you to predict your own future. Let go of burden. Give yourself time to travel; to take chance on romance. Aries is in picture. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Let go of preconceived notions. Make fresh start, don't follow others. Wear bright colors that include yellow and gold. New kind of love is on the horizon. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Be lenient in correcting a family member whose purchases were extravagant. Focus on cooperative efforts, partnership and marriage. Capricorn involved. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Within 24 hours you'll receive instructions on how to reach goal. Highlight versatility and examine various aspects of question. CAPRICORN ( Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Tear down in order to rebuild. Make this your makeover day. A wish will come true in an extraordinary manner. Let it be known, ``Have talent, will travel!'' AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Be ready for change and a variety of sensations. Financial picture will be revised in your favor. Lost valuable retrieved tonight. Take dream seriously. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Cycle moves up, trust intuitive intellect. Focus on home, marital status and your ability to win though diplomacy. Aries, Libra persons play featured roles. IF JANUARY 26th IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... when pressure is on you are up to it. You possess extrasensory perception. You know what to do but do not always do it. You are a passionate lover. Capricorn, Cancer individuals play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: H, Q, Z. Travel, flirtation highlighted during February. May will be your most romantic, profitable month of the year.

Your Daily Horoscope for Saturday, January 27, 2001 Sylvester Stallone: He is a Cancer native who, despite a slight speech impediment, became one of Hollywood's biggest stars. He says, ``I owe much of my success to astrology.'' Stallone's mother is an astrologer. She predicted that he would become an actor and a millionaire. The prediction came true. He declares, ``Anyone who laughs at astrology will have to face Rocky!'' ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Restriction is temporary. Get thoughts, ideas on paper. Gain indicated via written word. Get rid of groundless fears. Relationship is real. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Music plays, find your rhythm, dance to your own tune. Gift received, luxury item, this will help make home beautiful. Libra will play dynamic role. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Stop! Think! You do not have the necessary information. Play the waiting game. Love relationship borders on deception. Protect self in emotional clinches. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Long-distance communication relates to possible journey to foreign land. Emphasis on power, authority and responsibility. Question of marriage looms large. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Added recognition featured. You'll be invited to speak to a prestigious group. Toss aside preconceived notions and reach beyond the immediate. Make predictions. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Emphasize independence, daring and pioneering spirit. Cycle moving up. Timing is on target. Romantic relationship gets hot and heavy. Leo plays role. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your kind of day. Legal problem settled in your favor. Focus on partnership and marriage. Eight if cause is right! Cancer native is in picture. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Lighten up! Emphasize versatility, humor. Keep up with fashion news. Try on new wardrobe. You receive numerous compliments. Arrange social gathering. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): What was left behind 24 hours ago will be retrieved. You were the talk of the town in connection with a secret meeting. Make known your views. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Read and write, learn by teaching. Short trip involves relative who must retrieve lost papers. Relationship serious, protect self in emotional clinches. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Financial problem settled, home could be your own. Focus on diplomacy, sound of your voice. Turn on charm, be diplomatic. Taurus is in picture. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Utilize extra-sensory perception. Cycle high. You will be at right place at crucial moment. Don't bother to explain how to others. Virgo figures prominently. IF JANUARY 27th IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... you are a natural humanitarian who will fight for the underdog. You could be a world traveler, if you so desire. You are creative, romantic. At times you see the future in a crystal clear manner. Aries, Libra persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: I and R. During February, you could change residence and martial status. April most memorable for you in 2001.

Your Daily Horoscope for Sunday, January 28, 2001 What It Is: Astrology is the science and art of the synchronicity between planetary positions and mundane affairs, including human character and potential, which deal with the Jungian concept that everything born or done at this moment in time has the qualities of this moment in time. That's what it is, astrology, a subject that has attracted the finest minds of the time. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Family member confides secret, avoid accusatory tone. Focus on home, marital status, decorating, remodeling. Libra will play outstanding role. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Define terms, get promises in writing. Avoid self-deception. See people and relationships as they exist and not merely as you wish they could be. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Power play. You'll have more responsibility and pressure but you will be up to it. Capricorn, Cancer natives play major roles. Promotion is due. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Look beyond the immediate. Predict the future and make it come true. People are drawn to you with their problems. Be helpful but know when to say, ``Enough!'' LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Make fresh start, emphasize original thinking. Don't follow others, let them follow you. You'll encounter individual fascinated by the occult. Maintain equilibrium. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Focus on direction, motivation and the need for meditation. Questions concerning living quarters, marriage loom large. Don't equate delay with defeat. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You will have plenty to laugh at, including your own foibles. A co-worker makes a confession that could lead to a lasting friendship. Withhold judgment. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your kind of day -- rewrite, review and rebuild. Relationship could get too hot not to cool down. Mathematical problem solved tonight. Taurus in picture. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Keep plans flexible, read and write, learn by teaching. Flirtation serious, be aware of legal consequences. Written material saves the day. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Attention revolves around home, domestic harmony, music, possibility of changing residence, marital status. Taurus, Libra persons play key roles. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Play waiting game. Hold tight to valuables and refuse to give up something worthwhile for nothing. Psychic impressions will prove valid. Pisces represented. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): You could be talk of the town. Focus on production, responsibility and distribution. Relationship serious, could lead to marriage. Cancer, Capricorn persons play roles. IF JANUARY 28th IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... you are an independent thinker, at times you appear arrogant, you are not afraid to go where angels fear to tread. You are romantic, passionate. Leo, Aquarius persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: A, S, J. You will be tested in February. If you wait, you win. March and December will be your most romantic, profitable months of 2001.

January 29, 2001 EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn It's a great day to spend some time with a special friend or companion today - you will find much joy in seeing eye-to-eye with someone. You should find harmony and a balanced give and take in everything you do today. It's a wonderful time for sharing, negotiating, and reaching agreements of all kinds. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius You'd like to move on today, but in order to do so, you have to stay alert and focused. Laziness + indecision = zero progress. If you have been wronged in some way, expect a turnabout or apology today.. AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra A new idea is presented to you. You can change it into two possibilities available to you. However, you need to decide whether you want to go down this road in the first place. Don't make a decision too quickly -- ask for some time to decide. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces A loving and helpful Aquarian person may be on your mind today. It's a great day to nurture and to receive. Your angels are close to you and supportive of all your humanitarian efforts. There is a positive light shining on you - so soak up the glow. ------------------- ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Keeping your head down today will work for most people but not you. This is the day you need to get out there and sell your abilities to the highest bidder, in other words this is an ideal time to up- grade to a better job or a newer position. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) You have the ability to go far in your line of expertise and you make the most of your opportunities today. On other fronts, some- one out there may be thinking they are too old to learn something new, but that is far from the truth, the only important thing in this enterprise is your sharp, active mind. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) You have found an idea that you feel you can make work for you only to realize the thing has been used over and over. That does not matter, your ideas may be better than anyone else's, you can take a small idea and enlarge on it; competition only whets your appetite for excellence. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Don't drag your heels today with a loved one, because if you do, it is a sure bet that you will not be given any more time in his or her thoughts, wait until the excitement dies down and then you will be able to calmly talk out your differences. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Breaking up a partnership could get disastrous for your finances and the business so maybe it would be a better idea to concede a few points instead of losing the ball game. You may even grow to like the ideas he or she presents you with when you remove antag- onism from the picture. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) New designs and ideas are beginning to take hold and you will soon see some positive results. A new partnership could get off on the wrong foot if you do not draw up some papers to legalize it. Leav- ing something like this to chance could be disastrous for a sur- viving partner. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) A personal relationship may have you stressed to the max., and this would be a good day to plan to take a short trip to put some dis- tance between you and your problem. Once you can see the entire problem, you will have it well in hand. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Make the most of this day by going after what you want in the job market, for today you will get it. Home based ideas also look good. You are full of charm and wit today and you will find people are more open and receptive to you and your ideas. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) A short mini vacation is favored for you and a loved one. No spouse? ask a friend to go along and double your fun. Work today is mainly routine and you could get off fairly early which will give you a head start on this wonderful vacation. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Following your intuition will be a wise thing to do today as a strong urge, or feeling that you really should be somewhere, could put you in the right place at just the right time. If you are in business for yourself, you may find a new partner. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) A small upset on the job may put your employment in danger, but the truth wills out and you are cleared. Evening will bring a small disappointment that will lead to a greater satisfaction if you follow your heart on this matter. Listen to a friend tonight. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) A loved one will need all your attention tonight to keep him or her from making a life shattering mistake. Unexpected help from behind the scenes go in your favor today as you are given an on the spot promotion due to the actions of a certain person.

Your Daily Horoscope for Monday, January 29, 2001 Coddling: Taurus persons, no matter what the age, enjoy being ``coddled.'' The other Venus sign, Libra, enjoys coddling, but often gives more affection than received. Treat Taurus as you would a baby, including baby talk, and you can't go wrong. Permit Libra to display affection and you win. Taurus and Libra, signs associated with Venus, find affection is as important to them as food and water. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Apparent setback boomerangs in your favor. Within 24 hours cycle moves up, you'll be cited for unique honor. Psychic faculties honed to razor-sharpness. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Pressure on, you will be up to it. Wish comes true. Tonight you could be ``in your glory.'' Capricorn, Cancer persons grab spotlight. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Individual in position of authority will be relieved of duty. This makes an opening for you. Take cold plunge into future. Aries represented. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Let go of preconceived notions. Imprint style, don't follow others. Focus on travel, excitement of romance. Leo, Aquarius individuals play roles. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Focus on direction, motivation and marital status. Financial maneuver will eventually favor you. Be receptive, don't attempt to force issues. Capricorn involved. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Diversify, give full play to intellectual curiosity. Social activities accelerate, initiate innovative program. Keep resolutions concerning diet. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Legal agreement will be reached within 24 hours. Consider seriously proposals that include business and marriage. Scorpio will play major role. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Be ready for change of itinerary, read, write and teach. Member of opposite sex declares, ``I can hardly keep my hands off you!'' Virgo is in picture. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Attention revolves around home, familiar ground, beauty, romance and marriage. If diplomatic, you win. If you force issues, you lose. Taurus featured. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Get promises in writing, define terms and give attention to real estate opportunity. Relative who ``knows everything'' could fail miserably. Ask for help. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Insist on money being shown, not merely promised. Financial pressure relieved, you'll be looked upon as a ``leader.'' Accept the challenge of added responsibility. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): You are on precipice of fame and fortune. What was abandoned two months ago can now be successfully revived. Know it. Do something about it. IF JANUARY 29TH IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... you are intuitive and experienced a change of name not necessarily associated with marriage. You are a natural teacher and psychologist, and are drawn to the mantic arts that include astrology. Cancer, Capricorn, Aquarius persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: B, K, T. February and November will be your most romantic, profitable months of the year.

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Ok - will look as soon as I get this posted: January 31, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Old friends are Gods gift and new friends can be just as important to you, remember, no one can have too many friends. Today you will be introduced to some in-laws who will gradually be drawn to you and will eventually become the closest of your friends. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Today you could get a lot of career help from some unexpected developments that will definitely be in your favor, even if it is not at first apparent. Worry puts all those wrinkles in your face and doesn't help a soul do any better than they are doing. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) An investment offer comes your way today and you pluck it like the budding flower it is. Be careful you do not overpay as then you may feel like a plucked chicken. Marital squabbles should let up today as you and the spouse make a mutual agreement. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Marital relations are looking good today as you and your partner reach a mutual agreement concerning the childrens schooling. A sister in law also figures in this decision but he/she reserves opinion on the matter. An afternoon just made for kicking back. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) This is a great day for that party you have all planned for someone, be sure you have not forgotten to invite all his special friends, it should be a resounding success. Parents may demand some of your time today and you gladly give it to them. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) The weather is just starting to warm up and you will find most people in a better mood as they look ahead to the springtime. Being hit with the bureaucrats at work in the afternoon is not your idea of good clean fun. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) If you spend too much money on a certain person it could put quite a strain on your budget and not endear you to the one person who will have to deal with changing your spending habits once you are married. Catch up on your chores, at least that is productive. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Today you get a chance to prove just how well equipped you are to handle the reins of the company as you assume control of your com- pany or district. Fair play business ethics will keep you on the top of the heap for many years to come. Your spouse is the ideal person with whom you should celebrate your good fortune. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) The financing for your new home is finalized today and you and the family pitch in and help the movers. Getting settled in will be the hard part so be sure to hang on to your temper as those nagging little irritations pop up. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Today you will have to be more flexible than normal as you will find many things you had in the works getting all changed around as people ignore your wishes and follow their own agendas. Pay no attention to them, just do your own thing today. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Today is your day for creative planning; some of the ideas you come up with are brilliant, even the boss thinks so as he immediately makes one or two a mandatory routine for all employees. Take your spouse out for dinner, romance is in the air. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Be careful that you do not antagonize a friend today as it may just be the one person who's friendship you can't afford to lose. Advice that well meaning acquaintances give you tonight may not be approp- riate for your situation, so listen but don't take it. --------------------- EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn Even in chaos, you have everything under control. There is a change in your work or daily environment but it will work out okay. While things may seem to be unsure right now, keep your cool and ride the wave. The storm will calm eventually. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius You will have fond thoughts and a great relationship with a water sign woman today. Let your emotions show - spread your innate kindness and warmth to those around you. AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra As well as things have been going, you've been forgetting you still need some physical rest. You may feel that you're running too fast to stop - but if you apply the brakes really slowly - you can make that much needed pit-stop. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces You'll find things aren't always what they seem. A friend or coworker has been going through a tough time and they're taking it out on you. Sit down and talk to them -- you'll find their issues have nothing to do with you.

******************** FEBRUARY OVERWIEW ******************** Astrological overview: Venus spends a great portion of this month in Aries, a fine place for her while Mars eventually moves from secretive Scorpio on into bodacious Sagittarius. Mercury, the littlest planet, has the biggest news as he bumps into Pisces, in the first week, then starts a backwards trek, all the way back through the preceding sign -- Aquarius. The little communicator's movement is going to be rather upsetting to all the air signs, most notably Gemini and Aquarius. In fact, Mr. Mercury and his backwards ways are the main influence, all month long. Aries [3. 21 - 4. 19]: Venus this and Venus that, and you're going to wonder if another planet is going to get any attention this month. Frankly, no. It's just much easier to concentrate on the one little one, that would be Miss Venus in all her shining glory. And as long as we're looking at her, and how she affects your sign, think about all the pleasures -- guilty pleasures -- which you should, could, would be enjoying if Mercury wasn't spending most of his time really playing at making your little deals seem like big deals. So be careful about over indulgence. You'll tend to want to have a good time, a little too much of a good thing, and then the timing is all wrong for this much fun. Get the idea? Slow down, maybe avoid the "all you can eat" buffet. You could take that as a challenge. Reminds me of just such a BBQ offer, and a friend of mine was determined to make sure he got his money's worth. It wasn't a pretty sight. He motored in under his own power, but by the end of the evening, we were pushing him out in a cart. I think it was that piece of pie which did him in. To be sure, he did get his money's worth, but at what price? So be a little careful during the next few weeks' time, and think twice before accepting that pleasurable challenge. Taurus [4. 19 - 5.20]: Pick up the pieces as the Taurus worlds seems to fall into a state of complete disrepair. Just pick up the pieces and keep moving. I'd suggest you keep moving forward, but that might not be the best idea, but you can always pretend. Make believe worlds are not always the best places to be, and a good Taurus doesn't live in a fantasy world -- but for right now, maybe even for the duration of this month, just such a place might be a better place to live. My little version of Taurus reality is a comfortable place where I don't have to work too hard, and the pleasure, the little pleasures which are so important, these can be found right at the end of my fingertips. But given the way the planets fall out of line right now, you might find this made up reality is a bit of a stretch. Close you eyes a little, give yourself a little stretch, arch you back some, and see if this doesn't seem to make it a little easier to reach that item, person, place, thing -- which seems to be evading your grasp. You might not make it, but you will feel much better. Gemini [5.21- 6. 21]: The Mercurial spin to the month does not spell doom and gloom, although, by the time this missive arrives, more than one Gemini will be complaining about the planet's errant behavior. See: it's not the particular planet's fault, no Mercury and his antics are easily predictable. The problem stems from the Gemini reactions to this. More often than not, I get frantic notes from the Gemini camp, about how everything in their lives are all messed up. The key is not to panic. Don't worry about the small stuff. Another friend has sage advice: "Don't sweat the petty things, and don't pet the sweaty things." It might not make sense to a non-Gemini person right now, but this is a good rule to follow to make it through the coming month. Simple, sound advice. A little disconcerting, but by no means the end of the world. Although, at times, it will certainly feel like that. Cancer [6. 22 - 7. 22]: Yes, well let me tell you a little tale, it's a sad story about going with a new friend to a little town, just south of Austin, a place called Lockhart. What a good name for Valentine's Day, right? Get a lock on that heart. Anyway, this one little town is famous for several BBQ places. One was in business in the same location for 99 and a half years. Good stuff. When they moved, they ceremoniously carried burning embers from the old pit to the new location. Another place has been in the same family longer than any other BBQ place in Texas, possibly in the world. What can be said about Lockhart? Looks like they eat a lot of meat there. Now, I was out to impress this one person, so I suggested an outing to this town. Bound to find something to please her, right? Turns out, my big idea, my great idea, my idyllic afternoon dreams were a little shattered by one fact I overlooked: she was a Vegetarian. Instead of pulling a stunt like I did, I really recommend you check out all the facts first. Maybe even double check them. Nothing is worse, than lining up with your date at the BBQ counter, watching them slice delicious farm animals, seared to perfection, watching that mouth watering food [and good intentions] go to waste. And nothing is worse than a lame excuse like, "The Potato Salad and Cole Slaw are vegetables, right? You can eat that?" You get the picture. It's Mercury, it's your love life, and little bit of thoughtful preparation would really help. Leo [7. 23 - 8. 23]: It is not the end of the world, in fact, shortly after the big celebration, there's a turning point, after St. Valentine's Day, there's a shift in directions which is good. After you get over the marketing hype, the failed encounters, the mistaken directions, after you get passed all that, then there's a good thing or two which should be happening. With the right sense of humor, you can be amazed at what's going on. The promise of Valentine's Day is pretty much broken; however, right after that fateful day, there's a change, and your life begins to look a lot better. And those annoying, minor details which have been so problematic in the past are less of a problem as the second half of the month begins. The individual calamities associated with Mercury's mayhem really aren't that bad. I'd just suggest you watch what you do beforehand. Be a little more careful about what you say. There's a good little speech in Hamlet, from Polonius, and I've always liked it. "Be thou familiar, but by no means vulgar." [Hamlet -- Act I, scene iii, line 61] That little bit of advice is the way I'd look at this month, easy words to suggest, but it might need some Leo like attention to get through it all. Virgo [8. 24 - 9. 22]: The tiniest of hints suggest that there's some good which will emerge from this astrological mess of a month. There will be, of course, in the Virgo camp, much wringing of the hands, much gnashing of the teeth, much shaking of the fists at the skies. Ain't my fault, it's just Mercury, and see: he's doing his backward thing in a Fixed Air Sign. Communications go right down the toilet, and I'd borrow a bit of symbolism from the Gemini camp, learn not to freak out when something doesn't work right. If Project A is not going according to your perfect Virgo plan, then move onto Project B. Or, if that doesn't work, then try number three [Project C]. You've got a whole alphabet to work with, and after that, you can always double up on the digits, in order to keep moving forward. See? It's not that bad. There are a few, little, minor, frustrating things which seem to keep cropping up, but if you get a big hammer, you can just hit the problems on the head. While this won't solve the problem itself, it will keep everything in a slightly stunned state for the duration. Libra [9. 23 - 10. 22]: It's all kind of relative, or maybe it's because some of my relatives are Libra, but this is such a weird little month, it all gets up and rolls around backwards. You know the Mercury thing, big problems for little folks. Or is that little problems for big people? There are a couple of high points, and these lovely little astrological indicators suggest that your life is a little easier than, say, the guy sitting next to you. At the beginning of the month, there's a rather uncomfortable blip on your Libra monitor, that thing you use to ascertain what it's like outside. There's a little blip which indicates danger. You will probably avoid this blip and its message. While ignoring it does have a certain appeal, I'm not sure the real problem is ever addressed. But ignore it anyway, and see what happens. The rest of the time, and despite the little problems so often associated with a major Mercury Retrograde, things seem okay. Maybe not the best, but you are less inclined to worry about some of the stuff which seems to be falling down around other peoples' heads. Now, as Mars drags himself into Sagittarius, get ready for the fun to begin. Your mouth is going to be like my old truck's motor, it sputters, it takes a few tries to get it to run right, but eventually, it gets chugging down the road. Same with you, you might not get started right, or might not start out right the first time, but eventually, you get chugging down that road, and other folks begin to understand you a little better. Scorpio [10. 23 - 11. 22]: There is magic in the air, but it's not like this is anything you can reach out and actually touch. It's like the mist on the lake in the morning, the early winter mornings here in Texas, and while I can describe this mist with great detail, it's not like I can reach out and accurately lay a finger on it. Same problem with the magic in your life this month. You can't quite get a grasp on it. Worried about who is doing what to whom? Mercury spends most the month in a bad place for you, confusing some issues, while, at the same time, you have Mr. Mars, in Scorpio for the first part of the month. That's usually pretty good for you, but this one has a little kick, and I'm not sure you like being kicked like this. About the only part of your life which feels remotely stable is work, and even that's questionable, especially at the first of the month when you have way too much energy, and no one (this is getting redundant) is listening to you. Your great ideas, your wonderful plans, none of that is getting advanced at a pace to suit you. You're getting a little bit of a run around, all month long, and rather than let this get under your Scorpio skin, I'd let it slide. There is an amusing quality to all of this, take out your Scorpio sense of humor, dust off your wit, and get ready to mince a few metaphors. Now, this magic will be floating around all month, but it's not anything you can lay your little Scorpio pincers on, so relax. Luxuriate, when you can, in the feeling as the tides of time shift stuff more your direction as the month gets longer. Sagittarius [11. 22 - 12. 22]: I think it's high time I returned to that land down under. I really should make another trip to Australia because it's been so long since my last visit. And what better place to be when Mars starts warming us up, here in Sagittarius. It all starts the day after Valentine's Day, and we need to get comfortable with Mars. He's here for a long haul, and sooner or later, he will insist on being felt. Doesn't help much that Mercury is busy dragging himself back and forth in one of our favorite signs, either. Travel when Mercury is backwards isn't always a good idea -- works fine for me -- but I know about the delays, and I always carry a good book to read. Anyway, in Australia, everything is reversed from what it is up here: the toilet bowls spin in the opposite direction, their Winter is a our Summer, their Spring is our Fall, and so forth. Makes looking at the Mercury business going on all month seem okay, everything is fine, it's just backwards. Due to the way Mars is spinning right now, all the Sagittarius are suddenly energized like never before. Only, with Mercury causing mayhem, we've got it all backwards, too. So, the best solution is to go to Australia. Here's a travel tip I remember from my last time there, though: do not, under any circumstance, ever try to out drink an Australian native, and especially don't try to do this on their home turf. Get comfortable with Mercury and Mars, but don't try to beat someone on their own ground. Some fights aren't worth the trouble. Capricorn [12. 23 - 1. 18]: If this was a normal month with 30 regular days, we could work well with the numbers, because there is a turning point for you: Feb. 15. Mark it. Inscribe it, think about it. Yes, that's the day AFTER Valentine's Day. That's the day after the big holiday for love and romance, that's the day after all the good stuff is supposed to happen. The easy way out for me, the simplest way to sit down with my quill pen and describe what is going on, is to suggest your romantic encounter is a great but everything afterwards goes right down the plumbing, straight into the sewer. You don't like that. Neither do I. It's a matter of understanding how the planets work, and it's a matter of balancing what is going on, and Mercury is not the big culprit. Sure, he's up to his usual tricks, but you have a Capricorn sense of humor, and while that might be sorely tested, you're still dealing with it okay. It's what happens when Mars sneaks out of Scorpio that has me concerned. Yes, my fine Capricorn friend, Mars is going to start playing a little game with your subconscious side, tweaking your desires, adding a little stage direction to some of your mental images, and Mr. Red Orb of Desire himself will also take some of the mercurial stuff which is already beginning to pop up, and it will add a definite spin to it. Work with this weirdness, not against it. A little time after the middle of the month, a little time from there to the end of the month -- it's an excellent time to go fish. This could be literal, or this could figurative, but it's great time to seek a little solace of your own company, if only for the briefest of times. In other words, plan on a little time alone, after the holiday. Give Cupid's arrows a chance to find their targets. Aquarius [1. 19 - 2. 18]: For several years, I was dutifully recording various antics about Mercury being retrograde, little stories of woe and missed communications, missed directions, and missed understandings, little tales with a degree of humor in them, little stories which I always thought were kind of cute. My family s a great source of entertainment for me. Unfortunately, that same family doesn't always like being the butt of the cosmic joke, and I'm afraid some of the members of my immediate family started taking it rather personally that I was so willing to put their problems into print, their lives [our lives], laid bare for everyone to see. Know the feeling? Okay, next point: I found a legal notice on the tail end of a celebrity web page, "anything submitted to us becomes ours," was the gist of what it said, in so much legalese. Now, before you consider sending me your tales of woe due to the influence of Mr. Mercury, think about it. Do you really want to see it in print? Do you really want all your little problems, no matter how comical at the time, do you really want this recorded for posterity? That's what you have to look out for, most near all this month. You're usually lucky in the "Mercury is backwards" department, You're usually untouched, or, at least, not troubled much. Sadly, that is not the case this time. Words, deeds and events have a way of coming back to haunt you -- particularly this month. Deal is Mr. Mercury goes backwards all through your sign, and the deal is he brings up some old stuff that you really should've dealt with earlier. And the problem is, you're less inclined to want to deal with this stuff as it arises. No easy way through, either. Now, I know it's your birthday time, for a lot of you, and I know that you'd like to have a good party, and I know it should be your party time all month long, but be a little extra careful. Maybe leave some open spots in your calendar and schedule to make sure you can account for unexpected little "things" which are bound to arise. I know you feel like we're going over old ground, but it's like one family story I committed to a web page: it has continued to haunt me every year since. You've got a similar haunting this month. Laugh about it. Pisces [2. 19 - 3. 20]: Look here: I've been writing these things, and spending a lot of time interfacing with real people, looking at what is going on with each sign, and while that, in and of itself, is no great claim, it does give me an edge which I find lacking in some others, an ability to see just what is going on. And from that observed pattern, one of the things I've noticed is that you're going to be a little more upset, uptight, and unsettled for this coming month. Deal with it. The problem is Mercury, the solution is patience, and the rest of us fail to grasp the seriousness of your concern. It's like this: there are certain things in your life, certain little motions you go through, it's like grinding the politically correct coffee beans for that breakfast cup of coffee around my trailer, it's a very important task, and it comes first, every morning. Ritual. There's something entirely comforting in the same old thing, the same action, almost as if by rote memory, each morning, same thing, stagger to the kitchen's counter, pour beans into the grinder, whir, crunch, and all is getting better. Now, around here, the cat gets upset when I don't open a can of food for her first, but let's face some facts, you have to have priorities, and the coffee comes first. Then the cat food. Mercury is going to pull some tricks, though, and here's the example, you stagger to the counter again, expecting the usual, and find that you're out of coffee beans. Tragedy? Not according to the cat, she could care less, like so many other non-Pisces folks. Now, before you step out to pick up some coffee, consider that extra part of the ritual which is missing: feed the cat. While this won't make everything all better, given the flavor to the month, doing something special for someone else, even in light of your own, personal disaster, is a good idea. (c) Kramer Wetzel, 2000, 2001

Oh Wolfie, I HATE that we are in for another bad month. I thought the last one was bad...! For me it is too much of one Taurean and too little of the other. *Sigh* Patience, thy name is Cancer!

well, jan has been rough but not as bad as i had anticipated. it has, however, kept me so busy that i haven't been avail for my good girlfriend *HUGS* nottomention my wolfpack. at least they haven't tried to take over my alpha role *laugh* feb is looking rough only because of the workload i have but, marcia, we'll make it. we're gemini's and we're resilient!!

What do they mean "Mars is spinning right now"? Are there times when Mars doesn't spin? This is in reference to Sag's being energized, twin girls.

Mars is in retrograde gong back and forth (as it appears from here)... Probably so, Sag! Go for it!!! Februar 1, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Collaborating with a colleague is especially favored for today. It is also a good time for romance to blossom. Pay no attention to rumors that you hear today regarding a change in personal plans, things will go on as you hoped. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Socializing with people from the office is frowned on today as you could be asked professional favors that you feel would not be fair to the other employees. A networking acquaintance you made a few weeks back comes in handy for your business today. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Avoid taking financial risks today in any area as the chances of loss is very high. This is a great time for romance and you and a loved one make some important plans for the future. A call after dark does your spirits good. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Your social graces will be a big asset today as you run into some colleagues at a social gathering. Check your finances closely today as an unexpected expenses could pop up tonight and catch you unprepared to pay. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Your interests will lie in sports and hobbies today; creative interests are also in the limelight for you. Charm, with just the smallest touches of aggressiveness will cause a few doors to open for you today. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Staying away from long shots or even short shot gambling is a wise thing for you to do as you run a better than normal chance of losing. However, shopping for home and family is smiled on today and you will find some very good buys. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Be practical in your business dealings today as this is not a good time to take chances or go out on a limb for someone else. Artistic interests is currently in favor as well as your romantic life. Love is there, open your eyes. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Spending time with your loved one is reccommended today to restore a lost sense of closeness. This is more important than socializing with friends after work. You may receive some news this afternoon that will not be strictly true. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Playing matchmaker today could go over like a lead balloon; best to let these two get to know each other without anyones help. They are both independent people. Planning a party today takes a lot of your time and energy but you feel good doing it. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) You will find the behind the scenes business developments act to your advantage when you are given a promotion. A friend has you worried by acting unpredictable when there does not seem to be a reason for it; evening brings an explanation. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) You have been spending entirely too much time indoors so now would be a good time to get out and mix and mingle with those you know and love. A romantic introduction could be yours through a friend, if you are eligible. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Connecting with someone special today will prove helpful to your business as you mis both business and pleasure with your normal Grace and charm. A friend may disappoint you to- night but remember that everyone does not see things the way you do. ----------------- ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Guard valuables. Someone wants something for nothing, wants to get it from you. Get commitments in writing. Refuse to be taken for granted. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Power play! Cycle high, you will be at right place at crucial moment. Relationship intense, could be too hot not to cool down. Money available. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Finish what you start. Toss aside fears and doubts. Create your own tradition, don't follow others. Aries, Libra individuals play starring roles. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Imprint style, don't follow others. Make fresh start. A different kind of love highlighted. Take a chance on romance. Leo will figure prominently. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Check Cancer message. Emphasis on home and marital status. Governmental project proves attractive, investigate! Accent pioneering spirit and original thinking. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Focus on travel, language and spiritual value. Be generous, but know when to say, ``Enough!'' Accept social invitation. Prosperity beckons. Sagittarian is in picture. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Revise, review and rebuild. Get into your own rhythm, dance to your own tune. Someone deliberately places obstacle, hurdle it with grace. Taurus plays major role. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Missed opportunity will again be presented. This time, grab it. Focus on creativity, style and variety of sensations. Legal presentation needs polishing. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Domestic adjustment could include home beautiful, decorating and remodeling. Marital status also figures prominently. You could encounter future mate. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Creative juices activated. Emphasis on art, literature and ability to express yourself in your own way. Define terms, protect self in emotional clinches. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Those who thought you had been counted out will be stunned. You are back in the game, powerful, creative and romantic. Capricorn, Cancer persons play roles. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Look beyond the immediate. Utilize psychic gifts to forecast future. One relationship ends, another gets started. Emotion and trauma featured. Aries represented. IF FEBRUARY 1st IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... you are dynamic, dramatic and always willing to try something new. You are daring and possess pioneering spirit. You also are romantic and passionate. Leo, Aquarius persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: A, S, J. During current cycle, you could change residence and marital status. February and November will be your most memorable months.

Your Horoscope for Sunday, February 4, 2001 Lucky Lindy: If he were alive he would be celebrating his birthday today. He was a modest pioneer in aviation who flew alone across the Atlantic Ocean, nonstop from New York to Paris. As a result, this Aquarian became an international hero. Charles Lindbergh was dubbed ``Lucky Lindy.'' The world held its breath during his flight and he was greeted with cheers when he landed in France. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): New relationship involves relatives. Focus on trips, visits and original thinking. Imprint style, don't follow others. Create your own tradition. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Focus on local politics and proposals that include business and marriage. You could find ``just the right place'' to live. Capricorn is in picture. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A sense of humor gets you in and out of tight spots. Keep resolutions concerning health. Entertain and be entertained. Sagittarian figures prominently. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your kind of day! Gain a foothold on where you want to go and why. Taurus, Scorpio persons will play major roles. In matters of speculation, stick with number 4. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Popularity rating zooms. Elements of timing and luck ride with you. Don't get in your own way. Accept good fortune; you deserve it! Virgo plays top role. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Attention revolves around domestic harmony, music and your own rhythm. If single, you could encounter your future mate. Aries, Libra figure in scenario. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Refuse to be cajoled into making a snap decision. All is not what appears on surface. Element of deception present. Define terms and get promises in writing. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Emphasis on power, production, promotion, distribution and passion. Capricorn relative could display fit of temperament. Humor is your ally, laugh and so will others. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Lie low, opportunity will exist for travel, perhaps overseas. Be aware of legal consequences. Marital status figures prominently. Aries involved. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Control emotions, maintain equilibrium. Make fresh start. Let go of preconceived notions. Keep an open mind without being naove. Leo, Scorpio involved. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Emphasis on direction, motivation and buying and selling property. Spotlight on partnership, marriage and decision concerning living quarters. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Your ``psychic powers'' surge to the forefront. Intuitive intellect honed to razor sharpness. Try on a new wardrobe. You look just fine. Arrange social gatherings. IF FEBRUARY 4TH IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... while still young, you broke from family tradition. You are attractive, stubborn and romantic. Taurus, Leo, Scorpio persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: D, M, V. During March, you will be sought after by people who want to wine and dine you. Where money and love are concerned, May will be your most memorable month.

Fabruary 9, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Try to relax today and just let people be themselves and then you won't have to worry about trying to change them. to be honest, people don't change, they just hide it well when around a person who disapproves, so just live and let live. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) A friend offers to help you on a matter that you suddenly realize you should not do.Be a self starter on the job by finding things that need doing and then do them; you can bet the boss will offer you a raise. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Some friends are not really friends so be cautious. You are highly creative today but the boss may not like your approach to a par- ticular project he/she has outlined for you to do. It is much better to do it their way even if yours is the quickest. CANCER (June 22-July 22) An overly aggressive individual is not a happy person. A new job or position is possible today and it looks like a good one. A friend needs a shoulder to cry on and yours is always handy. Your advice is sound and you save your friend from making bad things, worse. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Everything you do today you do well and giving your children guidance they can live with is right on the money. However, do not get too wound up in their personal affairs as, being adults they have to lead their own lives and may not appreciate any active help. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) An old friend perks your interest when you realize that this person is feeling romantic about you. Look a little closer, you have only one attraction to this person and you can spell in in one word... money! So guard your finances well when around this so called friend. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Use some of your talents to help others today as they lose initiative and their hope. Putting money away for a rainy day is an excellent idea as the "weather" may be due for a drastic change sooner than you think. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) A short trip to refresh your mind and your energies today as work catches up to your nerves and you need a little time away from the grindstone. Try to make time for meditation today to get your phy- sical and mental harmonies more attuned. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) When you have to let someone go from the job you always have a hard time with it but you do what must be done as you have to put your business first and that does not always sit well with you. Rest assured you are a very good boss and gave the person every chance. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Being straight with a person is the only way as this person can tell if you are being honest or not. Apply common sense to your domestic situation and you will be able to remove a lot of the stress that is building up. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Moving into your new home will take up most of today. Everyone is overjoyed about the new place so try to keep hold of your temper so you do not spoil their fun. Remember, you only move into a place for the first time only. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) This is not a good time to go overboard on spending unless you need to purchase necessities; bargain hunting just came back into style. The business plans you have been working on show signs of becoming a reality. ------------------- Your Horoscope for Friday, February 9, 2001 Of All Things: Mark Twain, a Sagittarian who was one of America's greatest writers, was no stranger to astrology. He often consulted Evangeline Adams. Born when Halley's comet appeared, he declared that he would die when next it appeared. His prediction came true. His stories have become classics. Hurrah, Mark Twain! ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Face music early and attend to details. Focus on sound, music and your voice. Domestic adjustment could include a change of residence, marital status. Libra involved. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): An aura of mystery and romance featured. You attract members of opposite sex, some claim you broke their hearts. Be careful. The heart you break could be your own. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Focus on restriction, power and participation in what could become ``big financial transaction.'' Property could change hands. Be sure you get a fair deal. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Short trip involves reunion with one who returns from long journey. Strive for universal appeal. Participate in political-charitable campaigns. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Emphasis on income and the ability to locate lost article. Highlight original thinking. Don't follow others, let them follow you. Aquarius and another Leo play roles. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Cycle high, questions relating to partnership, marriage loom large. You could locate comfortable living quarters. You'll be at the right place at crucial moment. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Diversify, emphasize versatility and intellectual curiosity. You meet important people at social gathering. Come out of the dark into the light. Gemini represented. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Rewrite, rebuild, improve techniques and streamline procedures. Taurus and another Scorpio play outstanding roles. Some of your fondest hopes and wishes are fulfilled. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Career gets boost, Virgo involved, recognition that passed you by will now be featured. Read and write, perhaps start a diary. Number 5� CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don't look far for place to live. What you seek is actually closer than expected. Marital status figures prominently. Taurus plays a dramatic role. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): See people, relationships as they are, not merely as you wish they might be. Avoid self-deception and protect self in emotional clinches. Pisces involved. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Emerge from your emotional shell. A legal contract requires review. Speak up and obtain the desired terms. Focus also on marital status. Capricorn is in picture. IF FEBRUARY 9TH IS YOUR BIRTHDAY ... you have sympathy for an underdog and will fight when the cause is right. Some people claim you have the ``power to heal.'' Others say you can predict the future. Aries, Libra persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: I and R. Questions concerning marriage are highlighted during February. Surprise financial deal in March. December most memorable!

Friday, February 9, 2001 EARTH ELEMENT: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn There is more to a sticky situation than meets the eye. While you think it might be better to watch out only for yourself, this situation doesn't call for that. Lay the facts out on all the angles you know about -- your candor will be appreciated. FIRE ELEMENT: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius Stop worrying how others are viewing you. You're being influenced by one particular person who is trying to shake your confidence. If you look behind their mask, you'll see the real reason why they are doing what they are doing. Cut this person loose -- you don't need the hassle. AIR ELEMENT: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra You've come to a crossroads on an important decision. You're now wondering if either road is the path you should take. Maybe it would be a good idea to sit down and have a picnic at the fork in the road before you make a decision! Ask a Pisces to give you a hand. WATER ELEMENT: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces It's been a stressful week and you've handled it well. Thank those who have helped you do some of the "dirty work." Don't goof off -- finish work early so you can get a start on the weekend. Buy yourself a little present today. You need the pick me up.

February 13, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Dealing with higher ups on a one on one basis today should be no sweat for you as you have more than enough confidence to pull it off and come away with a fat raise. Be sure you are clear on all the points you wish to make today. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Devoting time now to finishing an uncompleted project should be your focus today as you will get help from some unfamiliarly sources that really surprise you. Don't get involved in domestic quarrels today, especially someone elses. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Today is a good one for shopping for computers and other electronic equipment. If you find a good salesman you will be able to lean on his suggestions and if not then use your intuition in this matter. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Unexpected romance should be yours today as you accidentally meet someone who electrifies you right from the beginning. Don't be shy with this one as it won't pay off for you. Playing your cards right could net you a lifelong mate. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Looking too deep into a persons motives may not be wise today as it could bring some disillusionment and heartache. Ever one is not as altruistic as we would like for them to be. Best to just accept it on face value and keep your good feeling. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Opportunities at work open a clear path to your goals today so be ready to seize the moment and run with it. Friends who seek your advice today may not be so much in need of advice as they are of acceptance of their ideas. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Are you one of the creative ones? If so then this would be a good time to enlist the aid of a good agent to be able to field the offers that will soon be coming your way. There is nothing as for- midable as a good agent working for that personal percentage. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Keep a high profile today, making sure that those who count know you are around and just how valuable you really are. Show by example rather than with a lot of bragging. A favorite teen may give some pause for reflection tonight. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) The stars only indicate what may come if a certain personality quirk is not attended to. The stars do not demand as it is up to each person to choose their own path in life no matter what it may lead to. Choose wisely. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Meeting with prospective clients or future employers is indicated for today as your prospects for the future show a bug increase. The continued accent on romance makes that decision you need to make much more attractive. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Today finds you with a yen towards higher education, or at least some job training updates to futher your chances of a promotion at work. Your spouse may feel neglected a lot lately but you wise up today and find ways to make this person feel needed. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Buy yourself a gift today; you deserve it, and you've earned it. Be sure it is something shamelessly expensive though and shock those who have the idea you are miserly. A talk with business professionals today will give your career a big boost.

OOOOOOO where is the 14th??? Happy Valentine's Day, Honey! February 15, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Living in the past will not do a thing to help your future so to be progressive you have to shake off those memories and forge ahead into the exciting future! Spend more time with friends and family, go out and make new acquaintances; learn to trust again. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) There are many things on the horizon for you but only if you reach for them will you be able to attain one to help you. Don't be shy about promoting yourself as most people are simply a mirror of the way we think of ourselves. Remember smiles are free, but worth their weight in gold. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Making decision are one of the things you are good at...sticking to them is a whole different story but today it will pay off big for you if you do not switch horses in the middle of the stream. Don't come off looking wishy washy to someone today. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Withdrawing into your shell and pouting in the nearest corner will not do anything towards helping you get your own way today, in fact, it could make you independent mate very aggravated and gone! At least for the duration of the pout. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Everyone is not going to agree with you today or any other day so it is best not to make a big deal out of it, remember that opinions are like fingers, most everyone has a few of their own. Take the grumpiness home and all you will do is upset the family without a cause. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Like it or not you are this years role model to some teens and you must strive to live up to their ideal of you. That is never really a problem for you as helping your fellowman and applying ethics to everything you do just comes naturally to you, sort of like a second nature. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) No one should ever take a risk with their reputation in business or personal life because you have no idea how important it is until you lose it...you could be a lifetime just trying to win it back! Ease up on the jealousy bit before you drive someone away from you...this person can be trusted. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Don't let the baggage from a former romance cloud this one as they are two different people with two different outlooks on life and their own code of ethics. If you dwell too much on someone elses mistakes you may find yourself making those same ones! SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Dreams and goals, goals and dreams are the main interest for today as you find someone who not only shares your interests but is wil- ling to wait until some of those goals are achieved before wanting a commitment. This is a rare bird and you find she/he has flown into your heart. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Get out your sense of humor and dust it off as it has been unused for much too long. Putting all your heart and interest into get- ting ahead leaves a wide area of opportunity for neglecting some of the simpler forms of relaxation and entertainment. Get up and out! AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Saving for the future is the one thing you really need to do and can not bear to dwell on it too much as you are so Now oriented. No one will do it for you and you won't be young forever. Talk it over with a mate and put even a few dollars a week away and it will grow in time. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Pay attention to the small details today and the big ones will just naturally fall into place. Business opportunities come your way today which can either shore up a sagging financial base or increase an already stable one. Be ready to grab it before it passes you by.

February 18, 2001 Your Horoscope for Sunday, February 18, 2001 Of All Things: The ``emotional signs'' are Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces. Intellectual: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius. Most inspirational: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius. Most determined: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn. When crises occur, the ``determined signs'' are wonderful to have around. For psychic impressions, choose Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. All signs, Fire, Earth, Air and Water, have their negative and positive traits. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): You could be called away from home due to special duty or promotion. Maintain emotional equilibrium. Superior holds you in high regard. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Avoid self-deception. Communicate with individual in distant city or foreign land. Focus on philosophy, psychology and theology. Advertise and publish. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Dig deep for information, answers you find will be ``surprising.'' Solution to engineering problem is imminent. Cancer, Capricorn persons play roles. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Look beyond the immediate. Family member wants to ``confess.'' Be sympathetic without being weak. Prepare for journey, you will be going places! LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): New methods of getting job done will become crystal clear. Imprint style, don't follow others. Emphasis on original thinking, pioneering spirit. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Focus on children, challenge, change and variety of sensations. Individual you admire will consult you. Be analytical, find out why events occurred. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Popularity zooms. Entertain, be entertained. New apparel will fit just fine. Gemini, Sagittarius will play major roles. Keep diet resolutions. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): People who were in awe of you will approach and say tender words. Short trip necessary in connection with relative. Don't get caught up in wild-goose chase. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Money comes from surprise source. Words important, read and write. Flirtation serious, could get too hot not to cool down. Gemini, Virgo play mysterious roles. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Cycle high, take initiative, present format, don't follow others. You will be at right place at crucial moment. Ride with tide, don't get in your own way. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Maintain aura of intrigue. Don't tell all, let others play guessing games. You exude sex appeal. Some say they can hardly keep their hands off you! PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): You will obtain funding to complete ``favorite'' project. People concerned with business, investments will be drawn to you. Capricorn figures prominently. IF FEBRUARY 18TH IS YOUR BIRTHDAY... you are idealistic, a humanitarian, you will fight if cause is right. Aries, Libra persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: I, R. During this cycle emphasis is on change, travel, writing and marital status. Before February is finished you'll experience ``spiritual revelation.'' Most memorable months: March and December.

February 19, 2001 Your Horoscope for Monday, February 19, 2001 Copernicus: This Pisces was one of the greatest scientists to walk across the stage of world history. Copernicus was responsible for the theory of placing the sun in the center of the solar system. His astronomical work was mainly to sharpen his astrological techniques. Nicolaus Copernicus was born in Poland. He revolutionized scientific thought with his Copernican theory. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Define terms, check real-estate values, opportunities. Someone is not telling entire truth, protect self in emotional clinches. Pisces involved. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Favorable lunar aspect coincides with ability to foretell future. Focus on idealism, spirituality and preparation for journey. Capricorn plays role. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Look beyond the immediate, let go of losing proposition. Separation from loved one is temporary. Dramatic reunion takes place in near future. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Push aside preconceived notions. Accent original thinking, the daring and new. Avoid heavy lifting, speak from the heart. Mingle humor with wisdom. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Family member helps in completing basic survey. Emphasis on household goods, plumbing. Proposals received: business, career, marriage. Cancer, Capricorn are in scenario. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Diversify, highlight humor and intellectual curiosity. Find out why things happened. New wardrobe makes you feel like a new person. Sagittarian in picture. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may not be accustomed to current challenge, but you will win. Revise, review and rewrite. Be aware of property value and what to do about it. Scorpio represented. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Read and write, be ``in touch'' with relative just completing journey. Flirtation serious, could lead to change of marital status. Virgo figures prominently. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Attention revolves around domestic issues that include repairs at home. Keep exercise, diet resolutions. You will get money's worth. Don't worry! CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Imprint style, cycle continues high, don't be too available. Maintain aura of mystery, intrigue. Avoid people who take you for granted. Pisces represented. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Secret revealed, verifies views. Focus on promotion, responsibility, intense relationship. You get credit long overdue. Success crowns your efforts. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Participate in political, humanitarian project. Complete project started two months ago. You are on brink of international recognition. Aries, Libra play key roles. IF FEBRUARY 19TH IS YOUR BIRTHDAY... you are independent in thought, action. At times you have ability to see and interpret the future. Always take care to protect right eye from injury. Leo, Aquarius persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: A, S, J. During current cycle you could change residence, marital status. November will be romantic, profitable.

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Your Horoscope for Tuesday, February 20, 2001 Dwight Yoakam: This Scorpio is a country-western singer, actor and director. Dwight Yoakam looks the role, from cowboy boots and cowboy hat to jeans and guitar. He can look forward to making appearances in foreign countries next year. ``Music was my first love,'' he makes clear. Yoakam wrote his first song when he was 8 years old. Yoakam supports various charities, including Los Angeles Mission and animal rescue centers. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Within 24 hours many aspirations will be fulfilled. Tonight confer with one you admire, find out where you stand. Tomorrow major wish comes true. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Perceive beyond the immediate -- you are being considered for adventurous mission. You'll be asked to do someone's job. Libra figures prominently. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Blend humor with independent thinking. Focus on inventiveness, relationship that ``grows in passion.'' Wear bright colors that include yellow, gold. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your kind of day! Focus on home, family and marital status. Discover direction, be aware of motivation, and have time alone for meditation. Capricorn featured. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Diversify, socialize, advertise and publish. Popularity grows, people want to wine and dine you. New outfit looks good, don't break too many hearts. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Check tools, solidity of goods and materials. Remove safety hazards, don't play games with fire. Revise, review and rewrite. Taurus, Scorpio play sensational roles. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You look good, feel good, creative juices stir. Member of opposite sex makes bold advance. Maintain emotional equilibrium. Yes, you will survive! SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Make intelligent concession to family member. You could change residence, marital status. If single, you might encounter future mate. Music will sound. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Define terms, see relationships as they are, not merely as you wish they could be. Psychic impression serves as reliable guide. Pisces, Virgo in picture. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Focus on organization, priorities and added responsibility. Pressure on, you will be up to it. Last-minute appointment proves constructive, rewarding. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): People are drawn to you, they want you to tell their future! Do your best, know when to say, ``Enough!'' Aries, Libra persons play major roles. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Let go of preconceived notions. Highlight inventiveness, new start. Give romance another chance. You will encounter exciting, creative Leo. Aquarian also involved. IF FEBRUARY 20TH IS YOUR BIRTHDAY... you are emotional, sensitive and loyal to family. When you love, it is all the way. You do not always choose the ``right person'' to love. Capricorn, Cancer individuals play dynamic roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: B, K, T. Before February is finished, you will let go of losing proposition. In March you make fresh start in new direction.

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None I know! February 22, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Try not to be too tense and self-centered today and you would do good to try to relax and lighten your mood. Heavy thoughts will wear one down and you do not have the stamina to withstand a long bout of moodiness before you break away and start running with the wolves. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Getting your own way in certain things is not a guarantee of happiness so I would think long and hard before telling some- one that it is "my way or the highway", you could live to regret it. Take a calmer outlook and the urge will pass. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Your new health regimen that you began right recently is still in full swing and you will soon see that new, springtime figure emerge. If you have made plans today to visit with the parents you may find that you must change them as another kind of minor emergency comes up. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Children will bring joy into your life today and much pride in their accomplishments. You are asked for an enormous favor today and you do it, and this brings you a particular kind of joy that is only felt when you know that you have done something excep- tionally right. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) A resolution you made for the new year is such a good idea that you decide to keep it for awhile. A friend comes to you for advice on his or her love life and you come up with a good answer that handles the problem for both parties. Children look up to you so this would not be good to show them your archilles heel. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Creative Virgo will be in the limelight today as one idea after another presents itself for your consideration, all are good but you must choose and you come up with the best one for your life style and working conditions. Do not let anyone sidetrack you today. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Losing your cool today with someone over things that deep down you know is your own fault, is not a very loving thing to do as this person is doing her level best to help you with your problem and you should show more gratitude than you have in the past few days. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Your skill at communications will shine through today as you give your presentation to the group, don't worry about your style as you have a natural one that enhances your every move. A loved one could be feeling a little neglected today so you plan a nice dinner out at a quiet, romantic place. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) It is likely that you could become the victim of a misunderstand- ing today with a good friend or a loved one and so you should take all the time you need to really understand what a person saying. You may be on the other side of the question, so you will need to explain yourself very clearly. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Giving someone the either or statement in a martial dispute today may just fall flat on its face as your spouse takes the or choice and now you have to decide if it is worth following through with. Try gentle talk and a loving attitude and you will not have to have that confrontation. Compromise. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) The self-employed may now find themselves in a mad rush to get the books caught up and the quarterly estimate done by april 15th. Take a deep breath and concentrate on calming down as that is the only way to accomplish your goal. Help is offered tonight and you gratefully accept. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) There is always room at the top and you find yourself on an upwardly moving path to the coveted key to the washroom. There will be some evidence of jealousy today over your pro- motion but don't let it bother you as this is normal for some people.

February 23, 2001 ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) A creative idea will get you off and running with the best idea you have ever had. Working out the details and the designs will get you well on your way to realizing your dream. Get as many people involved as you can, they will be a big help to you. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Ignore a 'good' deal that comes your way about today as it is not good and not for you. This is a good day to keep your head down and not take any chances with your finances. Try wearing some clear blues or greens to keep down your hot temper today. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) A new love interest will enter your life at this time and you find this person extremely attractive. If you are married this could spell the end to your home and family if you pursue the opportunity; steer clear of this pitfall. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Today you will see things and situations going your way for a change. Your increase in personal magnetism will play a big role and it makes people want to be near you. Don't let all the attention go to your head because acting egotistical is the quickest way to turn them off. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Today you find yourself as the 'fair haired child' and can do absolutely no wrong; you will appear to have the midas touch but don't let it make you over confident and reckless for there is where the losses could filter back in and your luck go out the window. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Today you spend most of your time on your 'brain child' getting all the bugs and glitches ironed out; by days end you should have everything purring along. The family will understand your 'need for speed' and will give you all the space and privacy you require. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Work goes well for you today and you will soon see a raise in pay and position coming your way. If you have not replanted the house plants, this would be a good day to do this as you will have more luck with growing things than you normally do. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Today you can talk to an elderly relative to seek inner strength and self control. If not a relative, then seek counseling by a professional. Others will find this an uneventful day, but now and then we need the peace and quiet of an unexcited world to get our head on straight. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You are more of the leader than the one you have been following and you should be aware that to keep it up could be detrimental to your health and freedom. This is a good day to make plans for the rest of your life. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Your work day should go smoothly with no big problems to plague you. You find inspiration in littlethings today and your whole attitude makes you a good friend and a joy to be around. Don't lose this attitude as those around you are in need of the balm of your personality. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Be aware that a person you used to know has not changed so it is best if you keep your distance! Let others run interference for you as you make, and keep, several social engagements that will keep you seperated. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Today Your plans will be changed but you will find that you really are happy to go along with the others' plans instead. Just relax and roll with the flow. Play your cards right and loads of good things are yours today. ----------------------- Your Horoscope for Friday, February 23, 2001 In Case You Didn't Know: Astrology was possibly man's first science and religion. Some of the greatest scientists to walk across the stage of world history were astrologers. Of late, astrology has been a ``whipping boy'' -- with people who know nothing about it doing the attacking. Aldous Huxley, Leo author-philosopher, declared that people who attack astrology often do not know what or why they are attacking. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19): Face music early in connection with home, family. Toss aside previous notions. Cancer, Capricorn individuals will play major roles. Dramatic reunion tonight! TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Excellent for entertaining, being entertained. Elements of timing, luck ride with you. In matters of speculation, stick with number 3. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Attend to details, check material, tools. Make this your ``makeover'' day. Rewrite and rebuild. You can achieve the ``impossible.'' Scorpio involved. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Bring forth ideas, concepts. Read and write, learn by teaching. Relationship gets hot and heavy. Pisces, Virgo persons will play fascinating roles. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Emphasis on domestic adjustment that could include where you live, marital status. Music is in picture, dance to your own tune. Taurus, Libra play roles. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Lie low, play waiting game. Legal clearance required for project. If you wait, you win. Pisces will play outstanding role. Be alert, someone attempts to fool you. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Focus on organization, recognition of priorities. Pressure of responsibility builds, you will be up to it. Cancer, Capricorn play major roles. Accept challenge! SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Relationship is put to test. Travel could be involved. Let go of previous notions. You'll be active on international level. Aries plays key role. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Modernization of building could cost more than originally estimated. Adhere to your own style, don't follow others. Leo plays dramatic role. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Focus on home, family and marital status. Proposals received, including career, business, marriage. Keep resolutions concerning diet, exercise. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You will be lucky in matters of speculation, especially by sticking with number 3. New clothes fit, you look fine! Gemini, Sagittarius figure in scenario. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Be ready for blend of criticism and accolades. What had been rejected will now be accepted. You will upset apple cart. It boomerangs in your favor, that is good! IF FEBRUARY 23RD IS YOUR BIRTHDAY... you are drawn to psychology, literature and the mantic arts. You enjoy flirtation and adore being challenged. You are intelligent, creative. Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius persons play major roles in your life, could have these letters, initials in names: E, N, W. You travel during April, will find emotional reward in writing, reading. July most memorable, profitable.