Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

There are those among us who seem to always say the right thing. They accurately assess situations and chime in with graceful articulation that sounds scripted. Well, even if you're not one of those people, you could share in that gift now. Mercury and Jupiter form an auspicious angle — it's the ideal time to talk your way into a sweet situation.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You're in charge of making sure you have fun. So keep up the thing you've been doing for enjoyment. Those happiness receptors in your brain will thank you for the stimulation.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). If you try hard, you can remember who you were before you met the person you love. But old memories never crackle like the living present. Celebrate who you are now with your favorite person.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Your senses are turned up. Scents and tastes in particular will be more prominent. Take advantage of the moment to sample the cornucopia of autumnal delights.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Some people peak early in life. Aren't you glad you're not one of them? It's taken a while, but your bloom is coming on. Get ready for some well-deserved success.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Smokin' haircut? Check. New shoes? Check. A little less junk in the trunk? Check! Everything is clicking, and you feel fabulous. Social options beckon. Now, go turn some heads.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). An already unwieldy situation is spinning out of control. It's like you and everyone around you are trying to pin down a renegade fire hose. What's needed is to turn off the water first. Go to the source.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The bad-news mill will spin whether or not you participate in it. That's why you've developed your knack for seeing the plus side of even the most unpleasant situation. Your optimism will be put to the test and will prevail.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Time isn't running out, but it is running thin. Rather than eliminating activities, see if you can increase your efficiency. Even shaving a few minutes off your existing schedule will help you breathe easier.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). A loved one has seen you through some fantastic and some difficult times. Now or in due time, this person will need you to reciprocate. Just being available is a great start.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Everyone likes a challenge. But some people like it more.

It's wonderful that you're one of those people. You'll make up your mind today to conquer a new mountain.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Going back to an ex doesn't often work, but a small chance for success seems like it might be enough. After all, those were some great times. Investigate, yes, but don't be hasty.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Relationships aren't all wine and roses these days. But the problems may have a positive outcome. Look for opportunities to be honest and real. What threatens to pull a relationship apart could actually bring it together.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 20). You're in an exploratory mood this year, and you'll enjoy trying on different modes and changing with the times. Your mellow attitude makes you the rock for someone who is prone to flights of fancy. Then in June, you're the one who will fly off to follow your whims, and another person will serve as your anchor. Cancer and Scorpio people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 10, 4, 44, 39 and 17.

DOES HE LOVE ME? I WANNA KNOW! Are you getting mixed signals? With the sun moving out of Libra, you need a clear answer. When an ARIES guy loves you, he'll say it — all three words ringing out like church bells. Furthermore, his actions will follow up on the declaration, as this is an action-oriented guy. He'll even fight for you, if you haven't already noticed. How do you know if he's absolutely not into it? He'll be mild-mannered, friendly and ambiguous. That's not how an Aries guy acts when he's really interested. If your Aries guy is on the fence and you want to tip him over to your side, make him feel like the warrior he is. Remember, Aries is ruled by Mars and is every bit the alpha male. Think of your love as a rare and beautiful prize that you will only bestow to the worthiest of men. Whatever you offer in a relationship, add value to it by building on your strengths, and also by making yourself scarce — building a demand for your attention. Be extremely selective in how and with whom you spend time. This will pique his interest, and if he does have deeper feelings for you, he'll finally realize it.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Viggo Mortensen is a man of many talents. But what Libra man isn't? This is the sign of culture. Libra is ruled by Venus and, therefore, drawn to beauty in its many forms. No wonder Mortensen is not only an intensely and passionate actor, as he's shown in movies such as "The Lord of The Rings" trilogy and "Eastern Promises." He's also a poet, musician, painter and photographer.

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