Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

Venus transiting Aries ramps up the competition, especially in matters of the heart. We'll spring to the defense of our relationships and make a greater effort to pursue our attractions. Saturn in Libra opposes Venus, and we could get off course by competing against our loved ones instead of competing against those who vie for their attention.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Express your creativity. You'll feel powerful when you are making something that didn't exist in the world before. And the feeling could inspire you to take control of a situation you used to think was too big for you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Make time for love, and love will stretch that time in wonderful ways. You'll feel as though you are suspended in a perfect bubble of bliss. These are the memorable moments of life.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). There's a lot that has to happen before you can put your thoughts into action. You need permission, money and time, not to mention a good plan. Don't go off half-cocked. For now, jot your ideas down. Make copious lists.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You control how quickly you move up in the world by monitoring how much you give. Givers get — it's that simple. When you want more, you'll give more quite naturally.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). However much you're moving your body, it's time to turn it up. You need to be strong both mentally and physically for the challenges ahead, and exercise will accomplish both. Consider signing up for a class or special training.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). A prideful person you know may be making a mistake. Others are inclined to tear this person down emotionally. Make a sacred intention that you will be the kind of person who supports others when they need it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Just as there is a solid scientific reason that oil and water don't mix, there is a very sound logic behind your decision to stay away from a certain person. You may not be able to explain it, but stand by it all the same.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Everyone's idea about what is attainable is different. What's realistic to you may be extremely unrealistic for someone else. Remember not to expect others to have the same goals and standards as you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). It's highly unlikely that you'll fall into a comfortable groove over the next few days, but that's a good thing. You'll take achievement over comfort for now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Give yourself a time limit. If you think you have all the time in the world, that's how long it will take to get things done. You deserve to get on track now. Set a deadline and tell people about it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). An upcoming event is too important to deal with casually. Make specific plans. Surround yourself with reminders of the details. You're about to pull off something truly grand.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (March 9). You believe the best in others, and that's what they'll show you. Something amazing happens this month: You communicate the things that bother you, and your loved ones change their behavior. April brings a professional boost. A current of romance sweeps you off your feet in May. August brings a move. Gemini and Pisces people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 15, 30, 14, 44 and 18.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I'm beginning to think that my girlfriend is partially crazy. She is normal, cheerful, loving, supportive, friendly and fun to be around about 75 percent of the time. Then, about 5 percent of the time, she is neutral and kind of "blah." Twenty percent of the time she is a madwoman. She's mean; she nags and picks on me; she yells, cries and throws tantrums for reasons I think are trivial, and goes on and on about things that don't make any sense. She says that if I love her, I'll take her as she is, even the crazy parts. I'm a Taurus, and I don't even want to tell you what sign she is, as other people of that sign might get offended, thinking I'm calling all of them partially crazy, too. Should I stay with her?"

It's easy to see how a grounded Taurus may not relate to the severe mood swings some people go through. Your girlfriend probably loves how you make her feel stable and centered most of the time. However, it sounds like your girlfriend may need help from a doctor. Maybe you can help her find one. Twenty percent is actually a lot of life to spend in such an unpleasant manner. Best of luck!

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Academy Award-winner Juliette Binoche is a Pisces with Mercury and Mars also in the ethereal realm of the fish. The ultimate French movie star, Binoche chooses her projects with great discernment and has turned down several Hollywood roles in the process, including the lead for blockbusters like "Jurassic Park." Pisces people follow their strong intuition to make the choices that best suit them.

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