Everyone has an original quality to share with the world. An oddity turns exceptionally brilliant when viewed in a different light; an extraordinary individual posits a novel way of thinking. Today's moon in Aquarius nurtures unconventionality and discovery. It's the singularities that make us human.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). All of your work endeavors together won't overshadow the supreme importance of family. You spend energy on your loved ones, an investment that will have abundantly fortifying returns. They are your core reason for being.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Certain trains of thought are unhealthy, and you know it, though it's hard to stop yourself. Do try. If you have the discipline to break one thought chain, you have the power to create your life.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You'll come into contact with certain people, who, as great as they may be, are still not the correct fit for you. Stay open to new possibilities. You have to feel that click, and once you do, nothing else matters much.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You may review in your mind recent interactions and judge yourself according to how well you believe you came across. Go easy. The social you is only a version of the real you. You're a promising work in progress.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The details matter. You'll pick up important pieces of information from the scrap pile of numbers, receipts and messages. There's a hidden reward in there and you're destined to find it.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (OCTOBER 8). You're getting to know exactly where you fit in this year and also carving out new niches for yourself. The next four weeks brings a surprise boost to your bank balance. You're so charmingly irresistible as you party through the holidays that you simply can't stay single. Couples purchase joint property. Sagittarius and Pisces adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 14, 53, 49, 11 and 18.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You're pretty sure something cannot be done; inexplicably, you try anyhow. The result amazes everyone. What magic may come when you let your curiosity get the better of you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Learn from those who have overcome great hardship. Your enhanced perspective will keep you from piddling away your time on small worries and get back to the business of creating your dreams.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The stakes are high, the personalities are big and the competition is bigger. It's warfare out there and you'll do your share of bullet-dodging. You have as good a chance of anyone else at winning.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You're definitely feeling the pressure. The day is ending a minute at a time and there is so much you want to accomplish before the clock strikes midnight. Breathe. There is only now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). When you give over your belief to something, it's pretty much unwavering from thereon. It takes a huge, disproving realization to change your mind. Such an epiphany could happen this afternoon.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You know you're crazy about someone because being around this person brings out every nervous habit or social quirk in your arsenal. Throw in the casual sharing of an odd secret or two and you're completely irresistible.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). As much as you would love for someone to know that fantastical version of yourself you've created in your head, the real you is more loveable. So when the questions arise, you tell the truth. Helplessly so.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I'm born June 18, 1979, and my current boyfriend of six months was born May 4, 1978. We are now planning to get married next year. So far, everything is going really well in our relationship, but marriage is a huge thing for me. Are we compatible in marriage?"

Different people interact with different parts of ourself, and we can build a relationship story about how you'll get along. The most convincing case for your love connection is made by your shared Venus in Gemini, and moon in Aries — for every exciting page turned, it gets better than yesterday's. Both signs are youthful, so this love story never grows old. You may look and feel younger and more alive when you're together! Your shared Venus gives an ability to smooth the rough edges to easily maneuver through the tight spots implied in any coupling, handy for your Aries moon connection — a mixed blessing, as it doubles the potential for both positive and negative Aries traits. This is only a problem when you're stressed out, impatient or irritable at the same time. Otherwise, you share warrior-like optimism and courage, perfect for meeting challenges in the same way.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: It's because Libran-born can see the missing piece of a finished picture that they're obligated to complete it. Sharon Osbourne became her husband's manager when she linked band mates and songwriters with her husband, Ozzy, erstwhile launching her career as coveted agent to the stars. It takes talent to recognize talent. Joining the right people to the right people is a Libra-specific talent.

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