FOR RELEASE: FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2011 by Holiday Mathis on Creators.com

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FOR RELEASE: FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2011

The Gemini moon is generally a jolly and talkative aspect, and today will follow suit. Due to the Mercury retrograde being compounded with other less than straightforward astrological aspects, it will be important to verify information before you act on it. Separate fact from opinion, and strongly consider the context. Misinformation abounds.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Someone will copy what you do. This should be flattering to you — imitation is the most sincere kind of compliment. Still, it is important that you take control of what is yours, especially in regard to intellectual property.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You want a person to want you. You can't force this to happen, but you will make it happen through the art of persuasion. It starts with believing in yourself and feeling whole and complete on your own.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Contribute the best of your talent, and another person will do the same. You will fast become partners, and an easy collaboration ensues. Both parties will feel heard, understood and valued.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You keep your promises to people. This comes easily to you because it's the right thing to do. Because others know what they can consistently expect from you, they keep coming back.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You will get what you desire for one reason only: someone else wants to help you and sees great reward in doing so. Your enthusiasm makes it a pleasure for others to assist you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). There's a right way to do things and a wrong way. Playing by the rules, you'll rise through the professional or social ranks quickly enough. Therefore, don't even bother looking for shortcuts today.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Find a quiet place where you can concentrate. You will take your work and studies to a new level in this environment. As an added bonus, a relationship improves because of what you learn today.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You'll make a meaningful, powerful connection when you communicate face to face. Send your intention through your eyes right into the eyes and heart of the one you want to influence.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You will feel pulled toward community-building deeds. You'll do your best work in a diverse group. Ask someone from another department, generation or culture to join you in a service project.

CAPRICORN (Dec.

22-Jan. 19). You are still puzzled over an event in your family history. Did it really happen as others said it did, or is the memory tainted by the hopes and beliefs of those who remember it? Investigate further.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Knowledge that has been handed down cannot be verified as of yet. Still, you feel the truth in your bones. Act on what you know. You'll bond with others who share your beliefs.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Who is better qualified than you to enhance your reputation? You'll find a not so obvious way to get the story started about who you are and what you've accomplished.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (April 8). Your intuitive inklings, especially about people, will be correct. This month presents the opportunity to bet on a hunch and win. May brings change and travel. In June, a person in need brings out divine levels of compassion in you. There's a professional gain in July that allows you to assist your family. Aquarius and Pisces people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 25, 12, 33 and 30.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: ARIES: Being willing to lose in love will ultimately be what helps you win. TAURUS: You are the model of stability, which is why a loved one feels free to fall apart around you. GEMINI: The sweetest thing you can do for a partner is to take the time for just talking. CANCER: You pay attention to the details of a loved one's life, and it makes a difference in your relationship. LEO: You may be appealing to someone who doesn't appeal to you. Change your game. VIRGO: An admirer loves how you put a positive spin on things. LIBRA: Knowledge is power. Listen to the object of your affection, and listen well. SCORPIO: Someone you used to see as a buddy now becomes attractive to you in a different way. SAGITTARIUS: You're one of a kind. Subtly point out the completely unique gift you present to the world. CAPRICORN: A loved one wants your exclusive attention. Is that what you want to give? AQUARIUS: You'll turn a routine meeting into something exciting and memorable. PISCES: You remain calm and in control, even while experiencing passionate emotions.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: Gemini and Aries will hit it off beautifully this weekend. Even if they know each other well, the energy is fresh. With the moon in Gemini and the sun in Aries, the chemistry will sizzle. Good-natured kidding is part of their flirtation, but they should be careful to let kindness prevail. Multifaceted Gemini can be the breeze that fuels Aries' fire, or it can be the wind that blows it out.

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