For five months, Neptune has been retrograde in Aquarius, inspiring a review of our dreams. In some ways, we've been tested, and through that process, some have changed their wishes. Others have solidified their desires. Now Neptune goes direct, and it becomes increasingly clear how our dreams affect the choices we make.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). How you present a gift is as important as the gift itself. You'll be delivering cards, too, and the wording will be important. Plan to spend some time on these kinds of aesthetic choices.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Back off and let others lead. Someone will be threatened if you try to dominate an environment. The last thing you need is a rebellion on your hands. Do what it takes to inspire cooperation and teamwork.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You don't have the stomach for sentimentality now. But when the softer side of life comes through in an honest way, you will be moved. A genuine expression of love will inspire you.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Thanks to your personal magnetism, you will attract a number of people who are interested in you, in what you are doing and in what you offer. If you can find a way to make money from this, you'll be set!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You'll keep your opinions to yourself and stay in good standing with all. However, it is important to your emotional and mental health that you have some kind of outlet — perhaps a diary or a trusted confidante.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You will be fast on your feet when you need to be. It's amazing how you quickly change topics or take things in a new direction. You will be held in high esteem by those who witness your powers of adaptation.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You will be extremely sensitive to the feelings of others. You recognize that those around you need contact and compassion, and you connect in just the right way. Your love is a safe haven.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). It is a talent to be able to recognize when you have enough. Temperance, modesty and prudence are gifts. Remember this as you mingle with many different personalities.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Though you have a wealth of experience in the world, there are ways in which you are still innocent. It will be apparent to you how much you have to learn, and that is a thrilling feeling.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Every now and then, bleak thoughts cross your mind. It's because you are tired. But fear not. There will be plenty of opportunity to conquer the world after you've taken the time to dream and recharge.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You are exceedingly clever and not at all shy about making suggestions, but think things through first. Otherwise, you could accidentally give away your best ideas and later wish you hadn't.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Leave yourself big margins in all areas of life. Then you will feel truly wealthy. Happiness is having plenty of time and expenditures that are a lot smaller than your income.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Nov. 6). Your projects will excite you, and you'll go the distance to do a stellar job. Your enthusiasm nets you career opportunities and a growing fan base. This month, you'll have the cooperation you need to create an ideal home life. January is for exploring. February is highly social and romantic. Aquarius and Sagittarius people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 40, 1, 22, 39 and 18.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I did my own astrological chart on a website, but I didn't understand some of the data I received. For instance, I had several houses in the wheel that did not have any planets inside of them. Then there were clusters of planets in Scorpio and Virgo. What does this say about me? And should I be alarmed about those houses that don't have any planets inside them? For instance, there are no planets in my fifth house of creativity and children. Does this mean I won't have any children?"

The clusters of planets in Scorpio suggest that you are soulful and private, that you have a deeply passionate nature and that you are sometimes more intense than even you are comfortable being. You also seek the truth in things and are not afraid of looking beneath the surface at a more gritty realism than many care to explore. You're comfortable with change and are willing to transform yourself as needed without much emotional resistance. Your Virgo energy is expressed in your attention to detail, in the care you show for your body and in making healthy and responsible life choices. As for children, destiny has not spoken yet on the matter, leaving it entirely and completely up to you.

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