Horoscopes by Holiday, Weekly

Yesterday's new moon was a gift — a rare and real fresh start. The prevailing feeling on Sunday morning: Now what? The options are so numerous that we almost wish someone would rule a few out. In life and in ice cream, it's easier to decide between three things than to choose from 32. Tuesday's auspicious arrangement of Mercury and Jupiter will direct our attention to the most fortuitous choices.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Initially, you may be grumpy about the many responsibilities that will fall to you. But you should be able to adopt a brighter mood, especially mid-week, when you'll be given props for being so dependable. If, however, you find it difficult to change your tune, then change your venue. Travel is favored.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). In the past, you started, and abandoned, an exercise routine — it wasn't your fault. The activity felt more like work than play. This week offers a new chance to take part in something you will enjoy that happens to burn calories, too. A friend or instructor will provide the accountability you need to stick with it.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your love of order is threatened by someone who doesn't value it quite as much. It may seem easy for you to put things back where they belong, but for this person it's not. You're no servant, and don't be an enabler, either. Meet in the middle, helping to make things right — but don't do it all for this person.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Comedian Mitch Hedberg said: "I'm tired of chasing my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're going and hook up with them later." This is more than a clever joke. Consider making a similar deal with destiny now. Ask to be shown the destination. Answers come in a dream or an uncanny coincidence.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You'll have the opportunity to describe yourself. Of course, you'd rather people took the time to observe and understand you, but in a fast-paced world, there are many who will need the condensed version. They'll take you at your word, too, so think carefully about how you might convey your skills, qualities and attributes.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Family, love, professional fulfillment — many still believe that you cannot have it all. Your brilliant, graceful movement through this week will prove otherwise. It's amazing the way you create success in several areas of life at once. This is the kind of balance that people strive their whole lives to know.

LIBRA (Sept.

23-Oct. 23). There are friends, and then there are friends you'd feel comfortable borrowing money from. Not that you would necessarily, but it's nice to imagine that someone's got your back. You'll be reviewing and defining your relationships. You will be especially drawn to those who fit into more than one category.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Chicken is a game kids play to see who will back down first. Oddly, adults play it, too — only then the consequences are much greater than a skinned knee. Avoid this game now. Be content to prove your worth to one person only — you. There will be opportunities Thursday and Friday to surpass your own best record.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Though you are capable of thinking in many different modes, this week you will be more of a big picture person — steering projects and letting others handle the details. Set up a few quality checks along the way. On Friday your senses will tingle when you're moving in the direction of fun and excitement.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You're certainly not looking for a homogenized version of reality. You see the value in diversity. You like to round out your coterie of true-blue friends with a few fringe people who see things differently. The exceptional blend of personalities you assemble will be a source of great insight and lucrative ideas, too.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You feel the need to make a personal change, but you don't know when to begin and may be afraid to fail. It's all part of the challenge. You'll feel braver as the week progresses. Someone reaches out to you on Saturday. What sounds like casual conversation has depth when you listen between the lines.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). If you were a ship captain, you would stand on the prow and let the ocean breeze hit you full in the face while the gulls cheer you on overhead. You are brave, you are intrepid; even these fluorescent lights can't dampen your salty spirits! The world will open to you and show you new wonders.

THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS: You've been entrusted with great power and will take care in deciding how best to apply it. Balance is a challenge because there will be so much going on in your life. A new mentor comes along in November to help you keep all areas in check. There's a windfall in December. Your artistic talents will be validated in February. A dear friend will introduce you to kindred spirits in March. You could fall in love with one of them. Couples take glorious vacations together in May and October.

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