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05/08/2008
Thursday

Aries
Emotional news is coming to your family today -- try to keep in touch throughout the day so you can stay abreast of what is going on. The news could be confusing at first, so it would be a good idea to get everyone in the same room to process it together. Your role within your circle of relatives will be an important one -- you can help keep everyone from overreacting or flying off the handle. They need you now almost more than you need them. Who knew the tables would turn like this?

Taurus
It's just like you to bend over backwards to help a friend in need, but haven't you noticed that this friend needs you an awful lot? If you want to stay content with this relationship, then you need to speak up when you are starting to feel taken advantage of. You don't have to pick a fight, but you do have to stand up for yourself -- they would expect nothing less of you. In fact, they might be waiting for you to push back and force them to be more independent.

Gemini
Are you feeling a little bit more thrifty than usual? It's not surprising, given the recent fiscal headaches that you have been dealing with. But before you swing into full-on panic mode, stop and take a deep breath. Something inside of you is pulling you toward a more cautious type of fiscal behavior, and all you have to do is follow it. Your interests are moving away from acquiring material goods -- you want more substance and less flash from life.

Cancer
Clarity is especially important right now, because you need to make sure the people you are dealing with completely understand who you are and what you are willing to do. Put extra effort in when it comes to making sure you are saying what you mean and confirming that people understand what you are trying to say. If you don't, conflicts could start to brew. Double check any emails you send today, and go over your end of a conversation before you let the words fall from your lips.

Leo
If you are only acting modest because you don't want to come off as being too cocky, then you are not being honest! Don't feel guilty about enjoying the praise you get when you do something remarkable -- embrace it! After all, you're not exactly the type of person who would rent a billboard to promote each and every achievement, so you don't have to ever worry about people thinking that you have a big head. They know you better than that -- give them some credit!

Virgo
Put all of your compassionate energy to good use today by offering aid to those in need. You don't have to hop on a plane to a third world country -- there are plenty of people right in your own little corner of the world who could use your help. You know, right now, there's someone in your life who could use a hand with a work project, a home repair, a relationship problem, or maybe even help moving into a new home! Offer to lend a hand to this person at some point today.

Libra
The nutty behavior that's been happening in your social circle might be driving you nuts, but it doesn't directly involve you -- so don't insert yourself into the drama today. Keep your head down and avoid picking sides. It is possible for you to remain neutral, despite what one of the main players says. So don't succumb to their pressure. They may see things as black and white, but you see both sides of this issue. Luckily, things should be quieting down soon.

Scorpio
Today you need to pick up your feet and get moving more aggressively toward one of your goals. It's not going to come to you! Sure, it might seem hard to attain, and it probably will take more than one day to attain it. But it's important for you to believe that you can get what you want -- you just have to start reaching for it! Show the universe that you are ready to put your money where your mouth is. There is no reason for any hesitation, so just do it.

Sagittarius
Your growing ambition makes you mismatched with a mellow friend -- if you two have social plans soon, you need to work harder to adjust to their way of thinking if you want to have a good time. You can't talk about your career or other aspirations and expect them to be interested. Their influence in your life is good, so you should welcome the chance to talk about deeper ideas and more spiritual concepts. You're lucky to have such a diverse group of friends in your life -- embrace it.

Capricorn
Is your mind on tomorrow? Get it back to thinking about today! You have got to deal with the people who are in your life right now -- and the issues at hand. It's good to be mindful of the future and have goals you want to achieve, but if you're ignoring the present, you are missing out on a lot. So instead of thinking about what you are going to do this weekend or planning for your next vacation, focus on the next few hours. In them, you should make contact with at least one of your favorite people.

Aquarius
Any issues that pop up around the house today won't be terribly dramatic, but they do require your undivided attention. They represent a real change you need to make in your self. If there is a conflict over cleanliness, perhaps you need to get rid of the clutter in the emotional parts of your life? Throwing out garbage doesn't only refer to potato peels, old newspapers, and egg shells! Your negative feelings and self-doubt may need to get tossed to the curb, too!

Pisces
Make sure you do whatever it takes to get some peace and quiet today. It's healthy to have time by yourself every once in a while, and today is as good a time as any. Your creativity has not been as sharp as you are used to it being, and you could use a recharge. Do something fun that is best done alone -- read a juicy novel, rent a silly movie that you're almost embarrassed to love so much, or take a long bath. Get a short break from the action and the energy of other people.
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