Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

The pre-Halloween festivities will have the heightened theatricality of an entertaining Leo moon. There's a playful spirit that guides the action and keeps the mysterious Scorpio energy light and lively. Whether you are wearing a costume or not, there's an abundance of creativity and humor to tap. Let it flow through all you do.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Since you love being on time, you should know that today will require an extra effort on your part in order for this to occur. It could take up to twice as long as usual to travel between places.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Affections increase over time. That's why it will be important to show up and spend a few hours with the people you care about. The love bonds will be fortified.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You truly don't care what people think of you. This is a liberating mindset. Because of it, you'll make a stellar first impression on someone and get the chance to make an even more significant second impression.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Show your work to a wide variety of people. You will get overwhelmingly positive feedback, and you'll also learn what you might want to improve upon in the future.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Though you can't always control how you feel about things, you do have a good deal of control over the way you show your emotions. This will help you both in love and in business.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Make the first move — and also the third one and the fifth one. You'll meet someone who shares some of your interests, though you won't know this until you get a conversational volley happening.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Mixing with a wide variety of people helps you to realize just how unique you are. And you can be proud of the ways in which you are different from others, too. You're a true original.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You believe in your loved one. Find a tangible way to show your faith. This acknowledgement should not cost you much and will be a great and memorable gift.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). There are certain people in your life you wouldn't have gotten to know had you not had a reason to see them regularly. If you're interested in someone, put yourself in a position to run into this person more often.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You'll soon be moving up. Think of the many ways in which you are qualified for the position you wish to hold.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Lately, it seems that time to yourself is a precious and rare commodity. That's why you will welcome a lull in the action this afternoon. You'll revel in the beauty of silence.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Wherever you go, you bring laughter and energy. When you smile, the room lights up. You almost feel like it's your job to keep the fun rolling along — and maybe it is!

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 30). You'll bring abundant enthusiasm to your personal life this year. You make a public commitment in November. You do well politically and move into a position of greater influence in December. March brings the start of a fascinating journey. Loved ones come from far and wide to celebrate with you in July. Taurus and Virgo people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 47, 6, 31, 24 and 50.

WHO TO BE THIS YEAR FOR HALLOWEEN: ARIES: This high-energy sign makes an ideal superhero, warrior or rock star. TAURUS: The sensual nature of the bull comes through when Taurus goes as a chef, Mother Earth or a food item. GEMINI: The twins' gregarious wit shines through when Gemini shows up as a magician, an insect or a fairy. CANCER: The crab's depth will be highlighted in the mysterious guise of a soothsayer, a mummy or a dark angel. LEO: Leo is fully expressed as any type of cat, a member of a royal family or a movie star. VIRGO: The natural beauty of Virgo comes through when Virgo dresses as a mythical beauty, a plant or a librarian. LIBRA: The scales will have a ball in the guise of a famous artist, a politician or a circus act. SCORPIO: The scorpion is convincing as a medical professional, a member of the undead or a vampire. SAGITTARIUS: Adventurous Sagittarius will get attention as a fire fighter, a flight attendant or a world explorer. CAPRICORN: The goat will enjoy dressing as a wild beast, a president or a historical figure. AQUARIUS: The water bearer makes a splash as a mad scientist, a Viking or a sports hero. PISCES: It's fun for a fish to become a sea creature, a musician or a space alien.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Scorpio rock star Gavin Rossdale recently reunited with the band Bush to tour and create an album. Rossdale has his sun, Mercury and Neptune in the sign of mystery and intrigue. His moon, the luminary that rules emotions, is in artistic and elegant Libra. Since Rossdale's wife, Gwen Stefani, is a Libra, the placement suggests a deep emotional connection between the two.

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