As the month opens, the Sun is in Aries and enters Taurus on the 20th. Mercury is whizzing along in Aries, then into Taurus on the 13th and finally into Gemini, home, on the 30th. Venus sensually slides through Taurus and skips into Gemini on the 25th. Mars lumbers through Taurus and trips into Gemini on the 13th. Everybody else just stays in the same signs, and we are happy for that.

Aries (March 21—April 19) This is the month YOU get to concentrate on just YOU, nobody else but YOU. All conversations should be about YOU. This is YOUR birthday month, and it is a great time to review just what YOU did this last year. YOU are feeling more energized and will put some of that vim into YOUR home life. YOU may want to move or redecorate. And since the career arena is so good for YOU, expect more attention to be paid to YOU through a promotion or a new job. Relationships are running along better than ever. Everybody will want to be YOU. YOU go!

Taurus (April 20—May 20) Confusion is your key word this month, with part of you wanting to be in a rest and retreat mode and the other part wanting to get out there and interact with some new bulls and cows. So, you can go out, but get home early. It is a good time for starting new projects with some built-in introspection going on at the same time. You are feeling self-indulgent and you should go ahead and give way to that feeling. You are more energetic by the end of the month. The 8th, 9th, and 10th are days to lay low. Stay home from work, school, or your relationship.

Gemini (May 21—June 21) You feel like getting your act together this month. You are pragmatic and goal-oriented. Things, ideas, people, relationships need to fit into a larger game plan that has a return on your investment of time and impetus. Some may think you are a bit harsh and cold. They are just more use to the pliable Gemini they thought they knew. Tell them this is your evil twin and that multiple personality disorder is a good defense in court. Relationships are tense, and next month they could be even more edgy. Have you considered a job associated with travel?

Cancer (June 22—July 22) Social activities are filling up your dance card this month. You are in the public eye and just loving the attention. All those months you spent learning how to blush will come in handy, alluring yet demure ... this is still the South. You are working hard getting your agenda on the table. And your friends are more supportive than ever. Group activity is very favored. Just be prepared–people will expect you to take a leadership role. And what an Ab Fab month for relationships, sweetie darling. Some of you will be making a long-term commitment.

Leo (July 23—Aug. 22) Going with the flow is your modus operandi. You are feeling creative and just wanting to have fun. Work is going well, but you are not willing to push anybody’s agenda unless it is festive. By the end of the month, you are more interested in working with a clear aim. You are so noncommittal on relationships: You want a partner but you want your freedom; you want them close but don’t smother you. A pet might be a better choice at this time. If you can get out of town this month, it would be incredibly healing for you.

Virgo (Aug. 23—Sept. 22) All the other signs are outside playing and you are inside working on some serious project. Clean up your room, get your books in order, and fold those towels just like your mother did. You are so career-focused this month that unless a social engagement has a business purpose, you may not go. Even with relationships, you are looking into the deeper meaning of a shared existence of two individuals on parallel paths in a boundless universe. And that is cocktail conversation for you. Find a Taurus and let them teach you about self-indulgence.

Libra (Sept. 23—Oct. 23) It is the yearly cycle when the Sun moves through your relationship sector and you get to practice your spiritual destiny of balancing. And just how much can you overcompensate for your partner’s narcissism? So, you can expect you to be more confrontational, impatient, and bossy. You may need to find an outlet for that pent-up impulse. Exercising with your partner can be quite healing. Work is very busy with lots of options opening up for you. Watch that you don’t overcommit. It will be very easy this month.

Scorpio (Oct. 24—Nov. 21) You will not want to spend your time alone this month. A romantic partner will help, but a friend will do. You will really need someone to bounce ideas and views off of and engage in conversational intercourse. Just be sure to practice "safe chat." And this person needs to be strong and be able to tell you the truth right to your face. And yes, leather goes well with that. This is a great month for planning your next career move. Your brain is really trying to find the best way to use your resources of talent and money. By mid-month, action in this area is called for.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22—Dec. 21) Releasing your inner child and letting her out to play is what is best for you this month. You need a break from all the seriousness you have been attracting. You may have thought that duty and obligation were your best friends since they are around you so much. You will get some work done, but you certainly need a break. And make your partner happy–let them plan the trip and pack the luggage. At the end of the month, Duty and Obligation return and you have to get things done. And make sure you are satisfying yourself first. If you don’t, you will be experiencing some strong resentment.

Capricorn (Dec. 22—Jan. 19) Home is where your heart is this month. Normally, an externally driven individual, you are needing the comfort of a warm nest and a friendly environment. And at your home, you are going to come first, even if you have to send the rest of the people out for an extended vacation. You do not want any conflict at home since there is plenty at work. Deadlines and production quotas are calling you. You don’t have to do it all alone, but you may do better if you wait for someone else to take the lead.

Aquarius (Jan. 20— Feb. 18) You are such a busybody this month . . . here and there and everywhere. You are chatty, friendly, sharing your views and opinions with everyone. If people didn’t know you better, they may think you are a Gemini. (omg, not that). If you need to write, sell something, give a lecture, or teach a class, this is your month to shine. Keep your schedule flexible on the 8th, 9th, and 10th, for you will want your freedom. Relationships are going along more smoothly since you have allowed yourself to be loved. For you, commitments have to enhance your personal freedom.

Pisces (Feb. 19—March 20) Personal resources, your talents and skills are the point where the sunrays come together for you. You will want to be considered an important person where you work, with your lovers, and with your friends. And perfect strangers ... you even want their respect, too. Normally a selfless effacing individual, you are in the spotlight. And if you are ignored or disrespected, this sweet water sign will teach them about a tsunami. Work is still crazy, but you will have stability again soon, about the end of June. With relationships, you are still keeping your own company the best.

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