Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

The things we do for love... With the sun and Venus so close together in Scorpio, there is a growing intensity in romantic relationships. Many will be surprised by the strength of their own feelings. Smoldering looks and fervent reactions along the lines of silent movie melodrama might seem overblown, and yet it is all very sincere.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You do your best. That's all you can do. And once it's done, give yourself credit. Whether or not your attempt is successful is beside the point. Give yourself an "A" for effort.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). There is magic in the way you communicate your wishes. You'll choose a willing subject and then hypnotize this person with your charm. Your requests will be eagerly followed.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Editing yourself too strictly will produce boring results. Have courage. Trust yourself, and then let the work fly. You will expose your feelings in the process. Others will relate to your openness.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). There's a mess to sort through. Taking it on alone would be setting yourself up for failure. Ask for help, and not only will this work become fun, but you'll also make a friend in the process.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Loved ones, colleagues and customers enjoy your insights. Just be sure that you thoroughly understand the nature of a problem before you offer any advice. Asking the right questions will be key.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Someone acts out in order to make an impression on you. This person wants your attention more than your money, but in some roundabout way, will probably ask for both.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). When you are relaxed and not under pressure, it is easy to do the things you tell yourself to do. But when the pressure is on, it is harder to have self-discipline. How can you make things easier on yourself?

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Friends ask for your honest opinion. Sometimes this is a trap. But this time your truth is what they really want to hear. Speak the truth and you'll have no regrets.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Sit back and quietly watch how things naturally unfold. It is likely that all of your questions will be answered by what you observe. If not, speak freely and directly about your concerns.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Over-talking is a danger. You will only be as convincing as you are brief.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You are developing the self-discipline needed to stay in shape, but the change won't happen overnight. Pat yourself on the back for any and every small victory. This will help you stay consistent in your efforts.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You are a team player — a fact that no one will dispute. And yet, you will still exhibit a certain amount of personal independence in your attitudes about work.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 29). Your life is in alignment, and this year's action unfolds in a gentle, pleasing way. You respond well to praise and will get plenty of it for the work you do in November and December. Clear communication moves your family into a happy mode of operation. January brings new additions to your group. Aries and Sagittarius people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 10, 24, 39 and 47.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: ARIES: You'll help a loved one get habits under control and will be helped yourself in the process. TAURUS: People want to work for you. Let your loved ones know how they can help you meet your goals. GEMINI: Your bright and sunny attitude is so attractive to everyone around. CANCER: You'll be given the star treatment because you carry yourself in a way that radiates self-esteem. LEO: You are not against anyone, but the things you are for might not be in line with what a loved one wants. VIRGO: Loved ones respect your time and will make sure to arrive promptly where you need them. LIBRA: Spending time with new people will bring out a very attractive side of you. SCORPIO: What you say will validate and empower another person. SAGITTARIUS: There is optimism in your walk, in your talk and in the sparkle of your eyes. CAPRICORN: Past relationships have shaped you. Whether it's for better or worse only you can decide. AQUARIUS: Your loved one is an ever-evolving mystery, and you are constantly cracking the code. PISCES: Someone admires the sweet way you talk, especially when you say this person's name.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: When water and earth combine, the result can be a fertile soil in which great ideas can grow. Scorpio and Capricorn make such a combination, nurturing each other's dreams and offering each other the practical help that is needed to make those visions come to life. Scorpio has a strong sense about how the relationship could best develop, and this weekend Capricorn won't mind following Scorpio's lead.

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