FOR RELEASE: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2011 by Holiday Mathis on Creators.com

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FOR RELEASE: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2011

The Pisces moon is like a church bell, ringing out to announce that it's time to pray. Even if you're not one who prays, it will feel right to engage in some activity that makes you feel connected to all that is. "It is better in prayer to have a heart without words than words without a heart." — Mahatma Gandhi

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You will be asked to weigh in on a matter of ethics. You are honest and trustworthy in your dealings; therefore, it is extremely difficult for you to understand anyone who isn't.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). There's someone you know so well that you don't even need to look in this person's eyes when you are speaking with him or her. However, you should anyway. It's inauspicious to be too casual with close relationships.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You genuinely see what is wonderful about the people in your life, and you comment accordingly. You are not trying to give compliments, and yet you give many. Your charm is sincere, and that is why it is so effective.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You're in a fantastic mood today, and everyone around you can feel the vibrations you radiate. You are both pleasant and selfless, which makes you attractive to successful people.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You still feel apprehensive about the future. Think exclusively about today, and make it the best day ever. No one wants to be around a worrywart — mostly because, as everyone knows, the warts are contagious!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You have a high tolerance for discomfort, but that's no reason to submit yourself to unnecessary emotional pain. If someone is hurting your feelings, tell them and make them stop.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Your past misfortunes are so minor compared to the thousands of beautiful days, the millions of laughs and the untold number of positive, life-affirming events that you've experienced thus far.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your eyes have a special power to draw people in. Knowing this, you can flutter those eyelashes and get into a sweet situation. Be judicious, though. Only go for what you really, really want.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Something you keep saying is detrimental to your image. Maybe it's an improper use of vocabulary or, more likely, a negative view of a certain aspect of your life. Drop the old script and write a new one.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You'll have some time off to decompress and get back to your usual relaxed self.

Remember who you are! You're the fun one who makes other people smile!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your excitement about a subject will get others interested in it — and in you. You will share your knowledge and win a new friend or refresh an existing relationship.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Stay in the present. You'll find it most relaxing. And, if you can stop yourself from fretting about the future or lamenting over the past, you will be the No. 1 go-to-for-fun person today.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Feb. 5). Your attitude is so attractive that you don't have to worry about buying into fashion trends. You're effortlessly gorgeous. Loved ones pay tribute to you this month. There will be travel and excellent deals between now and April. Restructure your schedule in March, and there may be a move, as well. Leo and Sagittarius people find you irresistible. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 25, 49, 11 and 13.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "My husband left me for someone he was seeing at work. It was completely unexpected, and I am having a difficult time understanding how I could know someone for 16 years and not see the signs that something was going on. I feel like the rug has been pulled out from under my feet, and I'm horrified about what our children will go through now. Do you have any advice for a heartbroken Sagittarius?"

My condolences for this loss and for all of the pain it has caused you. For Sagittarius, travel helps the grieving process. Getting away from your familiar environment and all of the reminders therein will help you reconnect with who you are outside this relationship. Give yourself plenty of time and lots of love and attention. This is your chance to take all of that energy you used to put into taking care of your husband and turn it back to yourself. Maybe you are afraid of the logistical and financial parts of this breakup, but don't let that stop you from getting out into the world and experiencing something just for you. In time, you'll pick up the skills you need and rearrange your life in a way that makes sense. You will heal faster than you think from this.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Last year, the United States Census Bureau paid high dollar to the legendary mockumentary master Christopher Guest for the direction of a Super Bowl advertisement. Guest has written, directed and starred in several hilarious comedies, disappearing into the wide variety of kooky characters he plays in each film. Guest is an Aquarius with Mercury and Venus in versatile Pisces.

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