FOR RELEASE: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2011 by Holiday Mathis on Creators.com

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FOR RELEASE: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

The sun in conservative Virgo angles Jupiter in extravagant Taurus, reminding us that more is not always better. In fact, more can be problematic. Many are able to curb their appetites, restrain their spending habits and create beauty and order in their environment by simply using readily available resources and nothing "more."

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You possess remarkable powers, both visual and social. You'll create pictures in your mind of you in a not-so-distant future, having a ball with the people you most want to know.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Spend some time figuring out what you really want. When you're not sure, you can't help but send out a mixed signal. Who knows what you'll bring back? It's like casting a fishing line out with pizza for bait.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). There's a so-called Chinese "curse" that sounds suspiciously like a blessing: "May you live in interesting times and attract the attention of important people." Enter gingerly into potentially ego-inflating situations.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You know exactly why a scenario is not working out the way you want it to. One powerful person stands in the way — or rather, it is this person's beliefs that thwart your effort. This belief can change with the right persuasion.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). There are many ways to go about your work, some of them much more expensive than others. Investigate your options. Liking a person is not a good enough reason to employ him or her.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You strive to be your best in every situation, but the fact remains that some situations will bring out a less than optimum side of you. That's why it's important to get plenty of rest and give yourself every advantage.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Someone has borrowed a part of you as though you were a book, and it is now time to call that part of you back. You need all of your energy now so you can do what you know you're meant to do.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Businesses and people around you hype their assets and rattle on about what they can do. You have the sneaking suspicion that it can't all be true. You'll take a more modest approach, and people will respond to you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You never know when someone is falling for you. All the signs are there, but you're too active and involved in your world to wonder what others think about you. That's part of what makes you so charismatic.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your encouragement and interest will inspire someone to keep going. These qualities, as well as your patience and love, are the most significant gifts you can give to others.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You have an increasing power to heal with your thoughts. You also have the potential to hurt with them. So be mindful and use your new level of influence well.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your environment will reflect your gentleness, softness and kindness to others. There is a strength in this tone that is far greater than the loud aggression that sometimes goes on in the world.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Sept. 2). Put yourself in physically different situations — you'll shine as a newcomer. This month, you'll take action and gain recognition for your talent and ability. Children figure into your work. Teaching will bring excitement to your world. Now, November and January are the best months for business. Cancer and Scorpio people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 40, 1, 42, 31 and 17.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: ARIES: You resist letting the other person get the upper hand — a wise move right now. Stay powerful in love. TAURUS: You'll share amusing tricks and anecdotes and bring delight to others. GEMINI: Follow the mafia motto to protect your love life from intrusion, keeping your friends close and your enemies closer. CANCER: Your love life actually benefits from a lack of planning. Spur of the moment surprises invigorate a connection. LEO: A free-spirited friend will influence you to let your hair down. VIRGO: Because you don't care too much about what people think of you, they find you more attractive than ever. LIBRA: You'll make someone feel extraordinarily special without trying at all. SCORPIO: You can be an actor when you need to be. You'll use this skill to spare someone's feelings. SAGITTARIUS: You are highly attuned to the vibes that people put out and can accurately tell what a stranger is thinking. CAPRICORN: You'll make an accurate prediction and impress a loved one. AQUARIUS: You are so funny, and that's part of the reason you're so popular now. PISCES: Let someone adore you without interrupting to decide whether or not you deserve this luxury.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: The sun in Virgo and the moon in Scorpio cast a glow of excitement around the Virgo/Scorpio couple. Suddenly, there is a wave of interest in what these two like and dislike, their habits, beliefs and plans for the future. On many issues, Virgo and Scorpio are very much in sync. The more they can agree on the better, as collectively they have greater power and influence than the sum of their parts.

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