Last Word in Astrology

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Get involved in conversations or events that will help you gain experience, information or know-how. Love is in the stars and an interesting encounter will develop into something greater if you frequent old familiar places. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Hold on to your money. Just because you see something that someone might like doesn't mean you have to purchase it. Impulsive purchases will cause stress later on when you are short of cash. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Open your home to friends and colleagues who share some of your interests. Creative ideas put into practice at home and work will bring you greater opportunities and a partnership that enables you to pursue important goals. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don't give in to anyone trying to push you to take on responsibilities that don't belong to you. Speak up and let everyone you have to deal with know you will not deviate for someone else's gain. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Watch your back. Not everyone will be on your side or willing to do for you what you would in return. Love is on the rise and there can be a happy ending to a stressful day. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don't leave anything to chance. You have to take charge and follow through with your plans. Accomplishment can be yours but not if you let emotional matters escalate and stand in the way of your productivity. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Avoid pushy people trying to get you to do things you don't want to do. Keep busy traveling or shopping. It will be much easier to buy your way out of a situation than to talk your way out. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Put things aside that aren't working for you. Don't trust anyone who doesn't have the vision to give you proper advice. It will take a creative person to recognize your potential. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Put your personality, skills and experience to work for you and you will find financial success when and where you least expect. Talks may be limited if you aren't willing to speak from the heart. A deal you've been working on will pay off now. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may have plenty of information but to dole it out for free is not the answer. Bide your time and make what you have to offer worth something. Don't share information regarding your financial position until you have stabilized your situation. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Impress someone you want to get to know better by offering assistance or volunteering for a cause. Love is in the stars and a change you make to your place of residence or your everyday routine will enhance a relationship that means a lot to you. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don't fall for compliments or offerings that are just a ploy to get your attention. Change may be tempting but it isn't likely to fix any existing problems. Face facts and deal with issues head-on. 2 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Travel is recommended, especially if you have old friends or family to visit. You will find out some information pertinent to your background that will help you realize your true potential. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You will overspend if you go shopping. Impulsive, unnecessary purchases or overspending on lavish entertainment will set you back. Being short of cash when you need it most will cause stress. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your focus should be on partnerships. Changes at home will bring good results if you work with -- instead of against -- what's already implemented by someone else. You will discover that things aren't as bad as you think if you compromise. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Put time aside for someone you feel responsible for. Don't dwell on work-related issues but don't ignore what has to be done either. It's your ability to handle several things at once that will lead to victory. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You will be the center of attention, the one everyone looks up to. Your entertaining and tasteful way of dealing with others will get you what you want, so enjoy the moment and mingle with as many people as possible. 5 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You are better off listening to complaints, not making them. Making changes that aren't necessary will come back to haunt you. Keep a close eye on the subtle little things going on around you. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Moving about, taking in the scenery or having fun with friends, neighbors or relatives should be on your agenda. You will discover something or someone unique that will influence the way you offer what you have to others. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Focus on work and mixing old ideas with new and you will find your way in a competitive economy. Your ideas will be good but sharing them too soon will lead to negativity and criticism. It's your ability to be diverse that will help you out now. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You'll be eager to do everything your way or no way. Think matters through -– if you do, you will know what's best for you and let others step in and help. There is money to be made if you compromise. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): There may be a lot of unknowns and variables to deal with right now, especially pertaining to financial matters and your professional future. Avoid any restrictions from superiors or authority figures. Don't trust anyone to do your job. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Follow your dream. Don't let what someone else wants get in the way. Helping others will turn out to be the vehicle that leads to your own advancement. A love interest will change your status and your lifestyle. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Be careful how much information you share with others. You may set yourself up for a disappointment if you count on someone or something that is iffy. You may need to put pressure on someone who owes you a favor. 2 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Get your papers in order now so you aren't caught at year's end with too much to do and no time to do it. You will come into some money or a totally unexpected gift. Don't do something that really isn't your thing. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Travel and intellectual events will bring you in contact with someone who interests you. Getting back to places you used to frequent will help you remember some of the goals you set that you haven't accomplished yet. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Do whatever you can for others and you will get the help you need and deserve. Financial limitations can be expected if you are too generous or willing to take on responsibilities that belong to others. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Talks will lead to new possibilities. Put your efforts into work or picking up skills that will lead to a better position. A burden or responsibility that arises at home must not be taken on solely by you. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Develop your goals first and show, rather than describe, your plans. You will be able to secure your position with someone for whom you have feelings if you do something considerate. Turn a hobby or skill into a moneymaking project. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A good friend will help you address a problem. A relationship that is important to you will experience difficulty if you have been neglectful. Talks will lead to a better understanding of what you can and cannot do. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You will have some very creative ideas that can increase your income or that have the potential to save you some cash at tax time. Don't let your laziness or someone else's negativity stop you from doing the things you enjoy. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You will be passionate about your prospects and this should help you look clearly at the possibilities that exist. You may dislike change but, if things haven't been working for you lately, it may be just what you need. Don't fear the unknown. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Someone may try to hide a surprise from you, so don't blow it by being inquisitive or suspicious. A financial deal looks promising if you follow through. Let your enthusiasm lead others to pitch in. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Join in any professional festivities that you are invited to and you will make an interesting connection with someone who will alter your future. An unusual means to make some extra cash or a gift, settlement or reward of some sort will brighten your day. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Not everyone will understand what you are trying to accomplish but, if you really believe in what you are doing, stick to it. The true test will come when you show your finished project. You have more potential than you realize. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A love interest will capture your attention. You are likely to be used if you get emotionally caught up in what others do and want. Have faith in your own ability, desire and ideas. 2 stars