Star Gazing

May 16-22, 2001

Laura Wilde

Aries
Finding yourself at odds with one who controls the purse offers a unique opportunity to rethink your long term plans. Why let someone else control something of which you have such a firm grasp? Step up to the challenge. In the end, the cans will outweigh the can’ts. Calm seas ahead.

Taurus
Find new ways to get energy, which seems to be lacking more and more these days. If you can’t bring Mohammed to the mountain, etc. You’ll quickly figure out which areas are the most draining once you get your energy back. A long distance relationship becomes frustrating, especially this time of year.

Gemini
Look forward to an exciting week — your traits will be emphasized in both positive and negative ways — whatever you are you will be more so. Use the time to motivate yourself through something you’ve long been dreading. Go for it. Live with the consequences and never look back. 

Cancer
What you thought was going to happen to someone else is happening to you or could be happening to you soon. Once you’ve picked yourself up off the floor you can be grateful that it wasn’t the worst thing in the world. Never compromise what matters most to you.

Leo
Home will matter to you most these days — the center of things helps you focus on your own center. When you hit that plateau, when everything is peaceful, remember that feeling when things get harder. You can always return to a state of mind; it’s but a choice.

Virgo
You had your course mapped out. The plan seemed foolproof. Then, all of a sudden, a storm knocked you off course. Now you must rethink your desired destination, and naturally, your direction, then figure out a new game plan. Your love will wait for you.

Libra
Mixed messages, misinterpreted jokes — communication has been better for you, particularly where romance is concerned. Resentment might flirt with you for a while as you figure out what’s justified and what is just plain crazy. Technology threatens to suck up too much of your life. This way you get the message.

Scorpio
If you could read minds and see through walls you’d be less paranoid than you are now, speculating as to what someone might be saying or what might be generating behind your back. Downshift out of superhero mode to appreciate your imagination and its ability to create fantasy out of the mundane.

Sagittarius
The beginning of a great adventure unfurls for you this week. It could be something, it could be nothing — but you’ll never know until you take the first step and inquire within. Ask questions, do research, project yourself at the end of it (in a positive way) and be on your way.

Capricorn
Virtually every area of your life seems like it needs your full attention. Naturally, you can’t give 100% to every area every day. The best you can do is focus on one at a time, no matter how much you’re getting nagged or reminded. Spend a few extra bucks and treat yourself to a minor indulgence as a reward.

Aquarius
Always do the most difficult thing first. Once you master this skill, life becomes far more enjoyable because you’re spending the majority of it doing stuff that comes naturally. Keep your brain active by teaching it something new every year. 

Pisces
It’s quite natural to blame yourself for how difficult things have been lately, and how easily you’ve lost your temper. You’re only Piscean, after all. You are allowed your weak moments, which will be many. You must also notice and remember all that you do well. Your sensitivity can be a good thing, too.