When the choice is to go it alone or to team up, there is really no contest. We can do more together than we could even imagine from the lonely recesses of isolation. The sun kisses Venus in Capricorn, illuminating the power of love. No matter how capable you feel, include someone else in your plans. It will change the entire plot.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You enjoy being part of a winning team and you'll do more than your share of the work to keep the group strong. If everyone contributes with a similar enthusiasm, you'll have an unstoppable unit.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Until your first laugh, the day hasn't really started yet, and humor will keep pulling you through. You won't have to mine for it. If humor were diamonds, they would be gleaming from the cave's mouth, right out in the open.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). There is no hurry. Slow down. This will prevent you from making mistakes — and because you don't have any time to lose, mistakes will be even more costly. Go fast by going slow.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). It's possible that the finished piece exists already in your higher consciousness and all you are really doing is getting it down. Inner silence allows you to hear the whispers about what to do next.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). When things feel claustrophobic, there's a good reason. Tight clusters of people who believe the same thing are dangerous. Move to open spaces where a more balanced exchange of ideas will be possible.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Charm eases the way. You'll cater to your people and take the time to figure out what pleases them. You're likely to strike the right tone and hit the main buttons. When in doubt, say less and do less, with a smile.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The day will have many moods. So when you slip into one, however euphoric or irritating it might be, keep the awareness that it's but a brief moment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Putting yourself first doesn't come naturally but do it anyway. It's what your crew needs now. Your health and happiness are integral to the well-being of the entire group.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Strangely, taking on responsibility makes you feel lighter. The more people depend on you, the easier the work becomes to you because it simply must get done. You're gaining strength and becoming capable of more.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Don't be afraid to leave the party early. After you've done what you set out to do, found what you were looking for and gotten what you came for, what you really want more than anything else is sleep.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Sparkling interests are born out of restlessness or long, boring stretches of nothingness. So don't worry when things slow down. It's setting up the next adventure.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). The nature of fun is that it's somewhat unpredictable and can't be totally controlled. People will have fun around you because they're not quite sure how you're going to react or what you're going to do next.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Jan. 8). The care you put into your environment will support many happy moments. Interesting work will allow you to beautify and revitalize your home life. Vibrant get-togethers and exciting projects will be a large part of the fun, though your domestic scene will also be a place of comfort and peaceful retreat. Leo and Sagittarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 21, 24, 9 and 16.

COSMIC QUESTION: "I have developed a tremor in my hands, and it embarrasses me. I'm afraid that people will focus on my age and illness, and this will undermine my authority. I feel powerless over the changes in my body. Can you help an aging Gemini?"

The infant and the elderly stages of human existence are characterized by their shakiness. The young are unsteady as they figure out how to operate their muscles and command themselves to grasp, sit and walk. The old are unsteady as command and ability drift away. Essentially the young learn to take control and the old learn to lose it. All along the way we are obtaining and letting go of a different set of abilities and skills, some physical, most emotional, relational and spiritual. The result: a lifetime of shakiness for one reason or another. We want to be seen as being in complete control of our vessel, but we don't get stronger or more graceful unless we move to our limits. How do we know where our limits are? The shake. We are alive, therefore, we shake.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: The King of Rock and Roll was born today in the year 1935. Elvis Presley was born when the sun, Mercury and Venus were all in Capricorn, a sign noted for hardworking ambition. These powerful placements were contrasted by a sensitive, empathetic Pisces moon and lucky Jupiter in sensational Scorpio. It is estimated that Elvis has from 250,000 to 400,000 impersonators worldwide from singers to skydivers.

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