Today's waxing Virgo moon starts Monday on the right foot. Productive, efficient and organized, nothing's more satisfying to this moon than taking a project from work-in-progress to the next level. This day also celebrates Shavuot, the Jewish holiday connected to the joy of harvest, and thus, Virgo. Ah, the joy received in work well done!

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Despite the suggestions you receive from multiple sources, you'll do your own thing — and beautifully. You're not out to prove anyone wrong, mind you. It's just so comfortable for you to be yourself!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Service is an attitude. Reading to the blind or singing at nursing homes fits some people's ideas of service, but not everyone's. Set an intention to contribute to the good of others and see where that leads.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). There are ups and downs to be sure — if there weren't, your grace would be wasted on the flat surface of a dull day. So enjoy the challenges and when it's your turn to skate on through, take it.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Compromise is comfortable, which is a signal that maybe you shouldn't to that route. Getting too settled in at this point in the game may dull your edge. Remember the dream.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Call on gentle, nurturing powers of good to protect yourself from the emotional wear and tear that comes from doing a hard job. Suddenly the job seems not quite as hard as you thought.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (JUNE 9). This year affords you the chance to vehemently pursue dreams and hobbies, which respond to your passion by offering you new depths of enjoyment. This month reads like a love story. A significant purchase is made in July. August sees you walking away from anyone who squashes your creativity. Your connection with Leo and Cancer is tight. Your lucky numbers are: 8, 14, 53, 42 and 47.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You don't need an expert in force-field balancing to tell you the strength of your "chi." The proof gleams up your life. Results are in and relationships are rocking. You're working it, and it's working for you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). When you give your heart, do it in a way that's original and unique. Cliche-free expressions of affection are appreciated and, thank goodness, understood. Be boldly you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Sometimes you're content to win a few, lose a few. Not now. Winning them all is what you've got planned, and you just might do it. A Capricorn ally will certainly help matters.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Should others care about what happens to you? Maybe. But take away the belief that they should, and suddenly you're peaceful. It no longer matters how they react. You're onto your own bliss.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your affection for someone is growing. It makes you feel more creative just knowing this person might also be observing you with interest. Apply the added excitement to getting as much work done as possible.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You're compassionate, that much is a given. Still, hard as you try, you can't feel another person's pain. So the best you can do is feel that all is right within you as you're available to your friend.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You may feel so funny about your true intentions that you keep them a secret, even from yourself. Admit what you really want and the people who can provide it magically appear on the scene.

ASTROLOGICAL TOPICS: As Gemini planets kick thoughts of distant lands into high gear, Aquarius and Pisces end our series on the best way to roll, swim or fly — a perfect vacation, by sun sign. AQUARIUS: Unlike some other sun signs, big, loud, honking groups of people from another culture don't throw you. Aquarius travel concept: social networking travel. Now websites connect travelers, to exchange itineraries or share the skinny on their trips. Some sites even resemble travel "dating sites" — hooking you up with a travel buddy in distant destinations! What to wear: sari, caftan, whatever suits you. What to bring: water (water bearer, what'd you expect?) Who to bring: Gemini, Aries. PISCES: You prefer inner space travel, because the nitty-gritty details of remembering tickets and car keys is exhausting. When arriving is a feat in itself, relax at a place that makes it their job to have you covered. Pisces travel concept: wellness destinations. Roman bathhouses of Europe, Napa hot springs, and zen retreats in the Catskills all provide the spiritual makeover of the moment. What to wear: white bathrobe. What to bring: ticket, money, itinerary. Who to bring: Virgo, Cancer

CELEBRITY PROFILES: With wild-card panache, Gemini Johnny Depp gives the impression of a life lived flying by the seat of his pants. But a quick character sketch reveals a far more studied individual, daresay a perfectionist? With three planets in Virgo, even his improvisations are subject to continual scrutiny, perfectionism and refining qualities of Virgo. Yet Johnny's capricious Gemini sun will make it look so easy!

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