Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

Happy Halloween, ghouls and boys! This "holy night" precedes All Saints Day, the Roman Catholic festival honoring dead saints who have attained heavenly vision. Apropos, Neptune the divine moves forward from retrograde, making an apparitional appearance on your front doorstep! Adjust your night vision, and watch for omens.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You've been looking for any reason to explore the inner world of others, and this is just the opportunity you need. So dress up as someone else, and really get into the character. Costume idea: Alien.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Your idea of a good time includes the kind of interesting twists and heart-thumping surprises that are sure to come your way today. Costume idea: Rock star.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Go along with the fun of the day. When you let yourself be surprised by images you usually only see in your dreams, deep wells of creativity awaken in you. Costume idea: Celebutante.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You're in a versatile mood, which allows you to jump on board with the ideas that sound like the most fun. Costume idea: A member of the animal kingdom.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Not much is scaring you these days, but you'll make an exception for Halloween and let yourself be positively undone with fright for at least a second or two! Costume idea: A bad fairy.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 31). This year will be outstanding in your memory because there are lots of "first" that happen. Make your list now — things to do and places to see — so that you are consciously taking charge of these "firsts." There's a fascinating person who will lead you into new interests, both professional and personal. You hit it off with Taurus and Cancer. Your lucky numbers are: 10, 11, 42, 53 and 20.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). If you can't keep a secret from someone, it may be a sign that you love the person. Or maybe you just can't keep a secret. Slip into your alter ego and see what happens then. Costume idea: Historical figure.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). All adults are sensitive and scared 7 year olds inside — something to keep in mind during today's interactions. The real ghouls and goblins are limiting beliefs. Costume idea: Movie star.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). It's your time of year, and you'll rule the room wherever you go now. Dare to be boldly theatrical, especially if no one else is.

Costume idea: Something you were once afraid of.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You wake up feeling peppy, sociable and imaginative. Also, you don't mind going the creative distance to please friends. Costume idea: A zombie.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Getting your work done in record time is a prerequisite for the fun you're going to have tonight. So, you buckle down and make it happen. Costume idea: A professional nightmare.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You don't need it to be Halloween to be reminded of what you're afraid of. But you're conquering the fear, little by little every day. Costume idea: An overtly sexy version of yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You've been so sweet lately that it wouldn't hurt to allow yourself a snide quip — a slightly less-than-gracious retort while you pay attention to your own needs for a moment. Costume idea: A notorious menace.

ASTROLOGICAL TOPICS: Astrology and the Shadow. Astrology illuminates darkness, turning shadows into light. During Scorpio times, we see more easily what's holding us back from living in the light. This Halloween, use the magic of the zodiac to stay in your strength. Happy Halloween! SAGITTARIUS/OPPORTUNITY: Not one to get stuck in a rut for too long, when the archer expands his view, new options appear. We're here on Earth to experience the opportunities in life and believe we really do deserve them. Consider the possibility that the grass really is greener over there. When we can't generate Sagittarius optimism, our belief systems are culprits. By examining negative messages, we can finally reach our greater good. Magic spell: "Through my beliefs, I create opportunity in my reality." CAPRICORN/FAITH: Success usually equals more responsibility. For all the recognition we crave with Capricorn, without faith in what we're doing it all for, it's lonely at the top. So, staying connected to your inner source, integrity and purpose counteracts the lonely perils of solo accomplishment. Magic spell: "With faith, everything I am working toward will manifest." Come back for Aquarius and Pisces.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Rocker and actor Gavin Rossdale confronts shadows just like every Scorpio does — it's the gift of his sign. This no-fear attitude allows for astounding personal growth over a lifetime, making transitions such as rock star to daddy a full body-and-soul transformation. This year, he liberates an old loss, potentially bringing Gavin unprecedented joy.

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