Uranus, the rebellious sky god, stirs the teenager in us all. Teenagers are bold. They not only push the envelope, they run over the mailbox. As Uranus sizes up Mars today, actions are justified by an overwhelming need to assert individuality. A second influence by Mercury-Neptune inspires folks to act on their highest ideals.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You could see worries in your life, but you choose not to. There will always be fearful things to place your attention on, if that's what you're into, but you're not into that. So you see what's good, and there will always be that, too.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It's easy to see what's working. You change your tune and strike a chord that draws people near you. It's like you're finally seeing the light. With the right attitude, you apply yourself, and it happens for you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You're socially driven today. You're only daring when there's someone calling out the dares. So staying out of trouble, or in with the winners — it's all a matter of the company you keep.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). To admit that you were wrong, to say that you are sorry and to intend that you will never do it again — it all seems so simple, doesn't it? Easy, pain free, happy! Why don't more people do it?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You've been over-thinking things, but that changes. When you have an impulse to do something, you follow through. The resulting brilliance makes you wonder why you ever doubted yourself.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (AUG. 6). You're confident in your skills. All you have to do this year is consistently apply them and you'll make one of your major goals by February. Your heart tells you to take a risk in October. Family life takes fanciful turns in October. In December you'll travel to sate the curiosity of a captivating interest. Gemini and Scorpio adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 30, 11, 14 and 6.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You're popular. One friend needs you more than all of the others do, though. You're wise to carve out a block of one-on-one time so that you can give your friend uninterrupted, undivided attention.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Feeding your creativity is not the selfish act that some people would have you believe it is. Move toward the places that interest you the most. Waking up your inner artist is good for humanity.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Spiff up the atmosphere around you, including the environment of your body, clothes, home and car. When your physical world is the way you like it, you feel calm inside.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You don't mind going overboard to please someone, as long as it's the right "someone." The concessions you make might seem extreme to the casual observer, and yet are perfectly natural to you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Everyone is looking for a fresh take, something exciting to use in small talk. You have the new spin that brightens the moods of those around you — even though what you're dealing with is essentially old news.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Venus-ruled, you're blessed with superb taste. If you aren't careful, you might be characterized as a snob! Your refined aesthetic sense attracts love, friends, money and power.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Friendships take effort and lately that effort seems to come in the form of money. Your generosity may exceeds your means, but don't worry — it's all coming back around to you.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I am a Virgo (9/8/56) seeing a Taurus (5/4/55). In January, he announced he had a long-distance girlfriend. I committed to helping him with his business, and did. We continue to see each other as a couple. When we're not together, we're talking on a phone or chatting online, even from his girlfriend's. Is this a case of having your cake and eating it, too? Will he decide which one of us he wants?"

This Taurus man is not only eating his cake, you've generously given him the spoon to lick, too. It was unfair of him to deceive you at first, but now it's up to you to keep your integrity intact. I'm concerned that this man is far too comfortable with deception. As a Virgo woman, authenticity is your compass — explaining why you refused to back out of a promise, one made under false pretense. Some Virgos are attracted to being the mistress, or even leading a double life. Yet your Venus in Leo tells me you need to be No. 1 in the eyes of your love. Your internal timetable is rapidly ticking. If you don't have the exclusivity you desire, by December, you're moved on.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Geri Estelle Halliwell aka Ginger Spice's recent reunion with the now defunct Spice Girls band won't be a setback for this spice. With the sun, Mercury and Mars in Leo, she's an alpha Leo female who probably wanted to be the center of attention anyhow, so going solo might prove to work out better for Geri. After all, who wants to be at the center of a girl catfight when you can be the star?

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