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REGULARS
posted 4/21/2008
APRIL 21-27
Taurus (Apr. 20-May 20)
Remember those models of log cabins we used to make out of toothpicks in honor of Honest Abe's humble beginnings? You won't have to make those anymore, but you will start to feel more like a pioneer, striking out in search of uncharted territory. Even if "uncharted territory" just means going to bars in which you haven't already smooched more than half of the regular patrons, it will be a good start. Sunday's full moon may be nudging you towards commitment even more than your married friends already do, but it's probably best to take small steps in that regard — like dating people for reasons other than how good they look in a stovepipe hat.
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Gemini (May 21-Jun. 21)
Burning sensations — nobody likes 'em. Whether it's coming from your junk, your heart, or a lingering sense of regret and shame, make sure to get it checked by a professional this week. We joke about these things, but seriously: if you're not looking out for your body, ain't nobody else gonna do it for you. But buck up, twinsie: everybody loves to play doctor, and even when you've been in your jammies for days you're still oozing sex appeal. Once you've been given a clean bill of health, the debaucheries can continue unabated — and remember, Emergen-C makes a great mixer.
Cancer (June 21-July 21)
You tend to go for the crazies, always believing that there's some sweet thing hidden under the hang-ups and battle scars. This week, the stars will prove you right: the bad boys of the zodiac, Saturn and Pluto, are going to do an about-face, sending some downright snuggly vibes your way for the first time in a long time. You'll find that your evenings are more likely to involve romantic encounters meant to sweep you off of your little toes, instead of the usual routine of scraping your date off of the barroom floor and calling it a night.
Leo (July 22-Aug. 22)
It's been said that feeling good is the best aphrodisiac — which is why you wear your fancy underthings on days when you need a little extra boost, whether you plan on letting anybody see them or not. Feeling comfortable in your skin usually isn't a problem for you, but this month's lunar activities have left you especially introspective when it comes to aesthetics. Pluto's casting furtive glances towards Mars, so the time to make some minor changes to your already fabulous persona — we're not talking big structural overhauls, just a little self-care to keep your fierceness blazing through what's been a rough month.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 21)
Shock and awe may have been an astoundingly bad call for certain higher-ups, but it's a pretty good way to describe what this week has in store for you. Uranus is in direct opposition to the Sun, and that's going to bring with it either a massive emotional upset or an astronomical burst of enlightenment. They're not mutually exclusive, of course; that adage about closed doors and open windows has a little truth nugget in there somewhere. While of course it's not optimal to get spring all sprung in the middle of a personal shitstorm, your victories will taste much sweeter in the aftermath. And, yes, at least one of those victories will be a person.
Libra (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)
Merging your, ahem, energies with others' has always been one of your greatest talents — you do it with a flourish and, ever the diplomat, love to make sure that everybody's taken care of. But even though the stars are aligned to keep your relationships steady, you'll feel compelled to shake it up by being a little bit less of a giver than usual. And that's awesome, but be sure to make your needs known. Mars is all up in your solar chart and Mercury's about to go retrograde, so if you have something really important to say, get it all out right now, while your communicative abilities are as smooth as top-shelf whisky.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Due to Mars bouncing around your ninth house, fresh ideas and new perspectives have been coming to you faster than bees to honey — which is always a good thing, especially with the promise April 22nd holds. According to the stars this is your night to be wooed, so keep an eye out for damsels in distress or knights in shining armor. All the usual suspects may have more to offer you than a drunk, sloppy make-out sesh in the street.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Ever gotten locked into watching one of those TV marathons where they play the same show over and over again for ten hours straight until the whole season is complete? C'mon, hasn't everybody? This week we are giving you some homework: Tivo the heck out of HGTV's house decorating marathons — you're going to need 'em. When the stars bring you some unexpected money on Tuesday, you'll use your newfound knowledge to give your living space the makeover it deserves. Nothing screams "sexy" like a hip, planned-out pad, and nothing will be sexier than you inside of it.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Cupid is busy looking for his fallen star — and this week, it's you, Caps! Although you should always dress to impress, you might want to up the ante as romance blooms all around you. Who said April showers bring May flowers? Once Cupid finds you it's gonna feel a hell of a lot like May in your neck of the woods. You've been waiting for a night like this for a while, so don't let your Hooksexups get the better of you. We promise it will be nothing less than magical — turns out that little cherub has saved every arrow in his pouch just for you.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
With Mercury sending nothin' but good vibrations Uranus' way, you're in for an exciting new change this week. You're moving! Whether you go hunting for a new place this week, sign a lease or actually move elsewhere, rest assured it'll go smoothly. This could mean that you find the perfect place right away, finally escape from roommate hell, or perhaps something a little bit more enticing. . . finally shacking up with that special someone? No matter what your path, Merc's good vibrations are sure to be gyrating through your veins too. Get ready to christen that new mattress!
Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)
Creative breakthroughs aren't the only thing you've got coming this week, little fishie. Because you're the sensitive sort, this past Sunday's full moon will lead you back into familiar waters. Nothing helps those artsy juices start a-flowin' like someone who already knows how to stroke your scales. And make sure to keep a little notebook by your bed. The energy raging between Saturn, Pluto and Mercury is putting extra oomph in your communication skills — even the things you say between the sheets will take on epic poetic proportions.
Aries (Mar. 21-Apr. 19)
You don't tire easily — you're often favorably compared to a certain battery-powered rabbit. But when you do get a case of the sleepies, you should really listen to your body instead of plowing ahead into the wee small hours of the morning. It's a balancing act, and much like a bear riding on a very, very tiny bicycle at the circus, you're bound to snap and eat a small child if you don't strike a deal between your waking and sleeping lives. Mercury's bringing you some divine energy this week, so channel it into things more productive than makeshift hangover cures.
