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AQUARIUS (Jan 21 - Feb 19)

A reintroduction with a long-lost childhood friend will highlight a certain problem that you are experiencing now. However, since you have a better look at the root of that problem, you will be more motivated to fix it. We all have our issues in life, and being an adult means handling them. Whether you cook, decorate, or throw a party, indulge to your heart's content. But focus because wherever you are, whatever you do, your mind may be elsewhere.

PISCES (Feb 20 - March 20)

Since your partner brought it up, some serious problems concern expansion and you honestly don't know what to think. It may be time to have a real heart to heart with your inner self to clear communication with your partner for disagreements over priorities. So don't let indecision complicate things; make a choice and just live with it. Avoid conflicts. Avoid being shy in group affairs. Get ready and in gear regarding health and appearance.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20)

You have been quite the social creature over the past few weeks, so don't be surprised if you start spending more and more time at home. This isn't wasted time if you make sure you spend it right. Start planning some decorating ideas for the next few months and you will feel better. If there's a relationship you'd like to go the distance, make a commitment. Your personal life and the larger social world are at odds; you'll fight for what you need, but you have to use force--try kindness!

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21)

You made a series of investments recently, and although there is still the promise of a rich reward, the early stages don't look good. This is the time when those who invest simply swallow the bad news and stay on message. If you can stand the heat, you can reap the rewards later on. A troubled relationship brings stress. Aim for balance. Unwanted, burdensome or imposing work obligations or changes. Outworn beliefs need to give way to transform thinking about best interests for a better future.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21)

You have been waiting for a piece of special news regarding your relationship, and you will likely hear one way or another over the next few days. Be prepared for the results to go either way and take the news like an adult, no matter what. How you react to this will make a major impact. Rash actions draw antagonism and resentment. Getting along with what you have is not a bad idea. Too much of a good thing is, well, too much.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22)

Progress at your workplace has been slow in coming, and you are beginning to wonder if things are ever going to change. Pressure from authority, imposing demands or forced changes come from your house of home and relationships. So use fewer complicating emotional histrionics in order to take advantage. Finances may present obstacles. Your value system may be challenged. Don't irritate influential people, and say "yes" to social invitations.

LEO (July 23 - Aug 22)

Emotions turn a little thing into a big disagreement. Some conflicts bring job pressures, and you have to realize that working with powerful forces doesn't always make you a winner. But since generous Jupiter enters your house of joint money matters, you will do just fine, financially and emotionally. And since that house represents intimate matters you will become closer in your closest relationships. Also, if you need something productive to do with too much energy, exercise.

VIRGO (Aug 23 - Sept 23)

Things will change too fast to take a stand, and some disruptions are possible, so I advise you to retreat and work on your own self-development; that's the best way to deal with conflict or depressed, angry feelings. Also, avoid neglecting your health, and grasp business opportunities. Goals may be achieved. The moon in your sign by the end of the month encourages poor judgment and some money moves. It's time to put romance on the front burner.

LIBRA (Sept 24 - Oct 23)

You have a lot to learn when it comes to relating to your family, but it's important to remember that those around you are going through the same learning process. You are likely going to step on each others' toes, but the important thing is that you are all trying just as hard. Venus power heats up romance and friendly contacts. Some pressure from authority (or a parent) or power struggles at home feel like fate pressing in. Let changes happen, even unwanted ones, so you save space for the positive forces of destiny that are also at play.

SCORPIO (Oct 24 - Nov 22)

You are about to find out that one of your relatives living in a far away place may have left you something in a will. If so, take time to reunite with lost family members and tell them how important their presence is to you. Life is too long to hold a grudge. A circle that began in November with a provocative power struggle now forces a slowdown showdown with fierce resistance assuming self and life. Control will end in August. So maybe it's time to practice setting limits. Distinguish between real concerns and baseless fears.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23 - Dec 21)

Managing money for any Sagittarius is a battle, but you have been extra careful because you have been responsible for your partner's financial well-being too. They have a hard time understanding why things are tough for you, so this is a cross you must bear alone. Be strong and try to get better. Avoid complications. Self restraint, not unchecked. Behavior is the wisest economic course. If traveling, make safety a priority. Keep your options open. Be careful if operating machinery.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 - Jan 20)

A partner, or someone in authority, can break out into the open, along with a nice change to clear the air. Some news can be surprising, if not shocking. Play it safe. You may be in a questioning mood, not likely to take anything on faith. Travel mentally or physically and study if you want to get answers. Avoid acting over-emotionally. Financial flow or intimacy gets a fulfillment and some power struggles from Saturn-Pluto force you to fight for your position and your place in the world. Also, you'll be tickled to find old friends returning to your life.

Patricia McGivney offers spiritual readings in Juneau. She may be reached at (907) 209-1624.