Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

Fun comes first as the sun enters Gemini bringing a bright, bubbly feeling to the atmosphere. And even though the frothy social swirl seems more focused on pleasure than on business, both purposes will be served during this transit, which lasts until June 21. Gemini is a mutable sign, and our more adaptable capabilities will be highlighted.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). A compliment is a gift, not a purchase. When someone compliments you, graciously accept the kind words without worrying about how and when you can repay them.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You don't have to be overly concerned with being good to do the right thing. Free yourself from negative thoughts and energy for the simple reason that it's too much work to carry them around with you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You'll make a friend by doing something other than the usual. Your originality is adorable. You're a lot of fun, and then you make yourself scarce — irresistible.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You are not a blank slate for someone else to write on. Contribute to a conversation. Talk about what you know. Otherwise, you're likely to be bossed around by the more overbearing people in your midst.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Your domestic environment reflects where you are in life right now — a good reason to tidy and organize it, making it beautiful and welcoming whether or not you are expecting company.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You're not motivated by easy targets. If anyone and everyone can join the club, it's not special. The harder you have to work for it the more you want it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You have a gift for healing, as well as teaching. You feel compelled to be of service to others, and your attention will help them achieve a state of optimum health and well-being.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You want what you want. Go toward it without feeling selfish or guilty. Don't worry — it won't be too easy for you to attain this goal, and you'll be helping others along the way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Your sign's symbol is a centaur — half-horse, half-human. Now is a good time to channel the horse side. You'll need to be fast and strong and wear blinders to keep yourself focused on the track.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You suspect that someone likes you for your feisty ambition, though you don't have to go out of your way to display this now. Really, it's forgiveness and compassion that are your most alluring qualities.

AQUARIUS (Jan.

20-Feb. 18). You'll be in a position to choose your company, so avoid the one who likes to get you all riled up. This person can cause you to spin in circles like a dog chasing its own tail.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You are responsible and orderly to a point, and then it's time to hit the release valve and blow off some steam. This can be accomplished through wild dancing, shouting at the game on television or escaping into a good movie.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (May 21). Your curiosity about the world will never be sated. You'll get answers and ask deeper questions in June. July brings the end of a particular yearning, and new confidence comes over you. You'll be awarded money in August. A colleague will support and guide you in work that uses your talents and lets you shine. Libra and Taurus people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 24, 49, 1, 32 and 34.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: I am fundamentally shy, though most people don't realize this because I've worked on my social skills my whole life and can pass for a friendly person. My summer is filling up with social engagements that will take me out of my usual routine. I will host houseguests for several weeks and then travel for a class reunion and a big family birthday party. At first, I was looking forward to these events, but now I feel overwhelmed and anxious. I feel like canceling everything. I'm just not sure I can handle it all. Would it be lame if I just backed out of all these plans? — Sensitive Pisces

Getting out of your routine can be stressful, especially for a Pisces, but it is essential for your personal development to leave your comfort zone. You have a tendency to pick up the energies of those around you, and when you are going to be around a lot of people you don't know, this psychic openness can drain you. Psychically protect yourself with a daily practice of prayer, meditation and exercise to maintain your energy. You signed yourself up for these events for a reason. Follow through, and you will likely experience a great benefit to your confidence and reputation.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Mr. T, who famously pitied fools in "Rocky III" and on the 1980s television series "The A-Team" has signed on to present the British television show "World's Craziest Fools." His hosting duties will include commentary on the likes of bungling bank robbers and infamously inept insurance fraudsters. Mr. T is a bright Gemini with four important luminaries in strong, stable, stamina-inducing Taurus.

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