Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

Do you dare accept your flaws as beautiful anomalies? Some of them really are, you know. You may realize this more profoundly as Venus returns to her home in Taurus — she does feel lovely there. Notice your attractive quotient rise over the next few weeks. Awkwardness will be overtaken by a renewed sense of confidence.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your supporters are not quiet today. They'll cheer loudly and do cartwheels for your slightest improvements and your mildest accomplishments. It's good to be so loved.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You discover that you don't need as much as you thought you did. Maybe it's material stuff that is clogging your space, or a service that was supposed to help you but isn't. Cut the fat. Keep it simple.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The light bulb goes on in your head and you'll figure out just how wrong your thinking was. It's not your fault things got so confused. But now you'll do better because you know better.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). As much as pushy people may irritate you, you admire how they seem to be able to make things happen today. Align yourself with a "bad cop" and you do your "good cop" routine.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Get a massage, go for a run, take a hot shower or eat hot sauce. Anything that boosts your circulation will enhance your creativity and mental flow. When you think well, you work well.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (JUNE 6). You discover how to create success quickly. When faced with difficulty, you do not try and alter the problem; rather, you alter yourself and the issue resolves. Relationships are a source of fun, comfort and pride in July. August shows you doing something you always dreamed about. A November investment pays off. Libra and Scorpio adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 30, 1, 33, 28 and 15.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You will be assigned a seemingly daunting task. Don't resist. Dive in wholeheartedly. You'll get it done in a snap while those with tasks that appeared to be much easier struggle through their work.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). As smart as you are, you cannot underestimate the competition right now. So don't get too comfortable. Assume that the other guy has a few tricks in his bag and be ready to counteract with some impressive stunts of your own.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Whatever you're into, get into it further. You benefit from deepening your knowledge and practicing your talent until your skills are dangerously sharp.

Ultimately, this will bring you both money and joy.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Usually you don't keep score in regards to what has been exchanged among friends. However, this is a time to be more mindful — someone else certainly is, and you don't want to come up short.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Being frustrated or irritated is actually a good sign that you are on the right track today. A bit of psychic pain is what's needed to signal you to make an adjustment to point you in the direction of your bliss.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You and a loved one have different ideas about how this day should go. If you compromise, chances are that neither of you will be satisfied. Surrender totally to your loved one's plan and you'll have fun.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You have a hand in creating a memorable event for your friends and family. Everything comes together perfectly. Even the mishaps will seem to add to the charm of the occasion.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I have a big problem. I think I've met the woman of my dreams. Why is it a problem? Well, she's a beautiful Libra, kind-hearted; we have the same sense of humor; she likes the movies I like — which is weird because I like really weird movies — we have similar values. I know, I know, so what's the problem, right? The problem is, I'm only 21 years old. And she's 31. No biggie to me, except that we've been dating for a year now and she really wants a commitment. And it's not like I think I'll ever find someone better, or anything like that. It's just that, well, I'm only 21! And I'm an Aquarius! Can I really let her go? Will I regret it? Signed, Aqua-man."

Well, Aqua-man, you sort of have to let her go, don't you? I mean, you said it yourself: You're not ready to settle down and she is. So it's a matter of timing. But timing is a huge, essential part of relationships. Some argue that it's everything. Well, life is long, and you never know what will happen between the two of you in the future. But for now, you have to go with your gut, and you will never regret going with your gut.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: From boy-band cutie to movie star and producer, Mark Wahlberg has traversed a gamut of possibilities in the entertainment industry. Geminis are the envy of Hollywood as they slip from genre to genre, role to role with an ease that is almost unfair! Wahlberg's natal Mercury, Venus and Saturn in Taurus indicate that his sheer determination and stellar work ethic have a lot to do with his success as well.

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