Thought for the Day: Don't be surprised if you feel an urge to sink your teeth into a serious enterprise once Mars makes a shift into Sagittarius today. The planet of power will remain in this upbeat sign until the last week of December.
If today is your birthday: Your search for a better life will bring rich rewards. A breakthrough will occur as you begin to see the world through a positive perspective. Happy birthday to Diana Krall, 44.
Aries (March 21 — April 20)
A huge foul-up has been narrowly avoided. You've done well to accomplish what you have. There's a chance to move ahead with bigger, bolder and better plans.
Taurus (April 21 — May 20)
Destiny is doing its best to end a situation that mustn't continue. You must act according to your heartfelt desire. Ignore it and there may be more tension than necessary.
Gemini (May 21 — June 21)
Let your mind drift. Your powers of perception will provide you with all the answers you seek. A great solution is waiting to be discovered.
Cancer (June 22 — July 22)
Your desire to be a rescuer could cause you to cast caution to the wind. Leave things as they are. You can turn back later and act from a position of greater power.
Leo (July 23 — Aug. 22)
You are toying with an idea that seems bold, even slightly ludicrous. Yet, if you act on it, it will rapidly become the most sensible thing that you could have done.
Virgo (Aug. 23 — Sept. 22)
You will benefit from confessing an uncertainty, especially when dealing with close companions. The last thing you need is to assume an arrogant pretence.
Libra (Sept. 23 — Oct. 23)
What you need is a greater understanding of how to employ what you've already got. Get your priorities right and you'll find everything you need.
Scorpio (Oct. 24 — Nov. 22)
Some ideas sound brilliant, but lose their appeal with sober consideration. If it still sounds great in the morning, you're on to a good one.
Sagittarius (Nov. 23 — Dec.21)
If you stop trying to force a key issue, you are more likely to increase your chances of success.
Capricorn (Dec. 22 — Jan. 20)
Life can never return to what it used to be. Though this may seem sad, it is the best news. You are free to follow a new direction.
Aquarius (Jan. 21 — Feb. 19)
Not much in this world is fully original. Some of the best ideas involve taking existing concepts and adapting them intelligently. It looks as if that could happen today.
Pisces (Feb. 20 — March 20)
The choice is simple. Either you go for your big idea or forget it completely. Mars strongly suggests you take a small risk for the sake of a big gain.
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