Weekly Horoscope
Sunday, December 14, 2003
All Signs
This is the most stressful month of the year. We're all trying to do what's expected of us. When something rolls around loop, loop, loop every year, naturally it stirs up memories and expectations. You feel you have to do the right thing. And if you don't -- you're a loser. Halloween is optional. Not the holidays in December. However, negativity is wanting things to be different than the way they are. So, if we quit wanting things to be a certain way -- we'll be happier! Right now is the toughest part of the month; after the 17th, things mellow out. It all comes down to this: some do, some don't. Or as May West put it, "I've been things and done places."
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Strong opinions -- especially about political or religious matters -- might get you in hot water right now. You often speak first then think. (That's a polite way of saying you sometimes have foot in mouth disease.) Try to be more mellow dealing with parents and authority figures. It's not worth trying to prove anything. Plus there are none so deaf as those who are wearing Walkmans. You have a strong urge to reform the world right now. (Maybe it doesn't want to cooperate?) Fortunately, friendships get warm and cuddly this month. Focus on friends -- forget authority figures. Put your own happiness first.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Be extra careful driving, walking, jogging, whatever, right now. Your ordinary daily activities are subject to minor mishaps, little accidents, and forgetfulness. Mental distraction from old business, or too much busyness, or delays in travel and publishing all combine to create challenges on a daily basis for you. It's the ordinary, everyday events that bamboozle you now. Not the big stuff. Therefore, pay your phone bill. Try to anticipate car problems. Address this now before you're stranded somewhere. Forewarned is forearmed. Of course, you might want to get your phone cut off, just for the peace and quiet. Especially if you're having an orphandectomy (that's when you have your parents removed.)
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
You're thinking a lot about money lately. Delays with your earnings, or possibly a loan you were expecting, or something to do with shared property, debt, taxes -- these are distractions for you right now. Basically, you have to bite the bullet about something. Perhaps the painful truth is the fact that your first loss is your cheapest loss. The longer you wait -- the worse it gets. Like interest on a loan. This is the perfect time to finish old business connected with debt, shared property, insurance matters and something held jointly with another. We all know that if you eat in the dark you don't gain weight, but that won't apply to this. It's not going to go away by itself.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Tension with partners, close friends or even clients and members of the public is challenging. You feel that others are critical of you. (And who needs this?) Anyhow, honest criticism is hard to take especially from a relative, a friend, an acquaintance or a stranger. Plus ex partners are probably in your face again. This could be a strain as well. Perhaps you have to clear up some old business? If so, get down to it. But remember, you are one sign that stays in the wrong relationship too long. You just can't let go. Don't think of it as loss -- think of it as liberation.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Things at work suffer from lots of delays now. It's like you're walking in quicksand: two steps forward, one step back -- then sliiiiide. Because Mercury retrograde challenges your job right now, forget your grandiose plans. Just survive day by day. Getting to Friday will be victory enough. Don't think too much about the future -- just take care of today. (Tomorrow is just a hope or fear.) Fortunately, you've got lots of energy to work hard now. That means you will cope adequately. The good news is -- increased earnings are coming your way now! Money, money, money. (Cash is wonderful.)
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Old flames might throw you for a loop. Even if you don't meet them, you're thinking about them. Could this mean they're thinking about you? Probably. (Did you ever have a strange feeling that some day you might believe in intuition?) One thing is certain: you're definitely feeling more sexy now. (You are an earthy, passionate sign.) On a more practical note, wrap up details connected with young people and children. This might be related to responsibilities and obligations you have with them or with promises that you make to them. Either way, old business in these areas needs to be clearly defined and established. (You can do this!)
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Practical situations connected with real estate, your family, matters around the home, and possible home repairs all seem to suffer from delays right now. You can't go forward until you clear up what needs to be done. You're very fussy about your home environment with respect to its appearance and how it feels. Make the effort to get it right. Expect to run into family members you haven't seen for awhile. Be patient with partners. Romance and fun are promising. And that deja vu stuff is starting to happen all over again! Sigh. Life is just a revolving door.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
This Mercury retrograde hits you in daily, little, annoying ways. You misplace items. When you leave your home in the morning, you might have to go back twice more to get stuff you forgot. Books, magazines, keys, clothing, dry-cleaning, rented videos -- these sort of things somehow get away on you. They're not huge, but they're frustrating. Ground transportation is also plagued with delays and repairs: flat tires, late buses, and engines that won't start. Cheques are late in the mail. Your phone connection is dicey as well. "Hello? Anybody there? I thought I paid that last month?" Allow extra time for everything. (Then you'll only be a little bit late.)
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Moneymaking ideas move forward slowly now. Ironically however, ideas and projects that you considered in the past, are once again worth serious consideration. Nevertheless, everything to do with financial matters, shopping and even your possessions -- all seem to suffer from confusion and delays. You're not sure what you want to own and feel proud of any more. You're changing your values. You're wondering if you should be somebody else, with different clothes, a different home and a different life! Don't worry. You don't need to see a shrink. Fortunately, right now, you feel frisky and playful. Perhaps romance can take you away "from all this."
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You like a reasonable amount of order in your life. It's not because you're boring and stodgy or anything like that. Au contraire. You just like to give the impression that you've got it together. After all, how else can one inspire respect from one's colleagues? That's why this week is a bit hairy. It's hard to keep it all together. Little things are just falling off the table. The past keeps jumping up and smacking you in the face -- demanding attention. (As if you didn't have enough to do already!) Ex partners, old business, and stuff you thought was history is back in your lap again. Is there no justice? Always have hope. (Hope is the feeling you have that the feeling you have isn't permanent.)
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
If you by chance, have been watching Lord of the Rings, you'll know what I mean when I say you feel like Frodo now. Vague feelings disturb you, and you're not sure why. That's because lots of old programming from your past is being awakened and jiggled right now. This stuff is starting to bubble to the surface. It makes you have silly, immature, knee-jerk reactions to things as if you were nine years old again. "Is not. Is too. Is not. Is too. Is not..." We are the sum of our experiences, but hopefully we subtract some and multiply others. (Aren't you glad I didn't say something else in addition?) You can do the math. The best way to sort this out is to stay in the background. Have a second cup of coffee and people watch.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Sometimes it's pleasant running into old friends again. Especially if they owe you money and they're prepared to pay. (How sweet it is.) Unfortunately, sometimes it's the reverse picture. You owe them, and you don't have the bread. (The pain of it all.) No matter how you cut it, this is a very social time for you. You're schmoozing and enjoying the company of others. Basically, it's a pleasure bumping into most people from your past. Especially the sexy ones. (You're definitely someone who has a past.) Be patient with lovers and also be patient with children. Keep in mind that unexpressed expectations lead to disappointments. Be clear about what you want from others. And be reasonable. Fuzzy thinking is rampant now. (It's tough being nostalgic with a bad memory.)
