Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

Mercury enters Aries just in time to bring a jaunty fire-sign energy to this St. Patrick's Day. The festivities may be more on the rambunctious side and will be more memorable for their zesty intensity. Increase your luck by taking initiative. The fresh lunar cycle brings lucky support to those who seize control and make things happen.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your mind and body don't have to be the separate entities you think they are. Try asking your body how it feels about scenarios you usually approach from an intellectual place. Your body will give you clues and steer you right.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Maybe you're crazy. Yeah, crazy genius. Your unorthodox methods have always raised eyebrows, but you know what you're doing. A recent invention brings "oohs" and "ahhs" and a promotion.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). A small decision, such as what to eat for lunch, will impact your destiny. This is especially true if you take advantage of the opportunities in your environment by talking, smiling and reaching out in courtesy to those around you.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You'll spend time out of your comfort zone. This may include participating in some kind of nightlife scene. You'll find it brings real value to you — new and interesting people and opportunities.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). It's about time someone recognized you for all your behind-the-scenes work. You aren't the type who needs or seeks constant affirmation, but a little applause now and then goes a long way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Go for a walk in the sunshine. If there is no sunshine, stare up at the brightest thing you can find. You need the rays, even if they are diffused. And there's a piece of sky waiting to be adored by you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You can be inspired by people you don't personally know. One who has contributed to your life in a significant way may have no idea that this is the case. And you have no idea about the one who is inspired by you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). It takes a lot of concentration to have a good conversation. That's why you don't want to talk unless you are in a position to give it your all. You'll connect in a meaningful way when the timing is right.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). New people enter your scene. Which ones would you like to still know three years from now? These and more questions come to you as you ponder the sweet mysteries of your future.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). There's something that is taking far longer than it should.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Being around people who don't like each other is no fun at all. The negative vibes affect you even when you're not directly involved in their dynamic. And when you're with people who support one another, you feel energized.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You're in a comfortable position with a loved one, but thankfully, it won't stay that way for long. Relationships need a bit of tension to keep things interesting, and tonight will produce an interesting twist.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (March 17). Your intellectual powers will be at a high this year. You are so creative — you could invent or write something that many people will buy. June gives you a chance to change lives with your compassion. Turn that nurturing care on yourself in July, and by August, you'll be ready to embark on an adventure that will transform your lifestyle. Taurus and Leo people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 1, 22, 15 and 17.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "How is it that the third house is about communication, travel and siblings? I don't see the connection."

The natural ruler of the third house is Gemini, the sign of the twins. Gemini is ruled by the planet Mercury, which governs communication and short-distance travel. That's the quick answer, but of course, astrology always goes much deeper than that. Think back (way, way back) to when you were a toddler. Who were your first playmates? Probably your siblings, unless you were an only child. It is through our play with brothers and sisters that we often learn how to communicate. How many times have you heard (or said) "Apologize to your sister" or "Use your inside voice" or "Don't tell Mom." For better or for worse, our siblings were often our earliest language and sociology professors. Now, a word about travel and communication: Have you ever played that game Telephone, where you sit in a circle and whisper a message into someone's ear? By the time it travels to the end, the message is almost always wrong. That game reminds me of my family and the way wires get easily crossed. Keep those lines up and running!

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Alternative rocker Billy Corgan collaborated with pop princess Jessica Simpson on a theme song for Simpson's reality television show, "The Price of Beauty." And though it is unclear whether there is a romance between the two music makers, Corgan's Pisces sun goes swimmingly with Simpson's Cancer sun. And Corgan has his Jupiter in Cancer, indicating that Simpson will be lucky for him.

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