By Wanda Perry
TAURUS (April 20 - May 20): Stop hiding in the shadows, step up and play a major role. Develop the courage you need to stand up for yourself.
GEMINI (May 21 - June 21): Do not let a lack of knowledge or experience hold you back from fulfilling your goals and dreams. Initiate action and learn as you go.
CANCER (June 22 - July 22): Express yourself as an individual while operating within a group or club structure. Friends and associates are there to offer support.
LEO (July 23 - Aug. 22): Achieving your professional goals means doing whatever it takes to succeed. Adopt a disciplined and well-planned path to your desired destination.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22): You have reached an important mental checkpoint in your climb up the ladder to success. Stop, review your progress and weigh your options.
LIBRA (Sept. 23 - Oct. 23): A slow and steady pace wins the financial race to security every time. Decline an offer to invest in a get-rich-quick scheme.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 21): Relationships are fragile and fraught with tension this week. Consider your partner’s feelings when making a decision that affects both of you.

 SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21): Rid yourself of negative habits that could hurt you in the long run. Throw procrastination, incompetence and disorganization out the window.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19): A social acquaintance has a lot to offer or teach. Listen with your heart and enjoy being in the company of an enlightened individual.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18): Make a conscious effort to maintain control and manage your emotions under pressure. Let go of needless worry and embrace the truth.
PISCES (Feb. 19 - March 20): Learn how to best respond to your peers or siblings without losing your temper. Show them that you can be a good sport.
ARIES (March 21 - April 19): Break free this week from the dull, ordinary or routine. Be willing to spend a little extra in order to transcend fiscal boundaries.
If your birthday is this week, this year will mark a new beginning in your life. Point your toes in the desired direction and begin your long trek or journey to success, recognition and goal achievement. At first it may be necessary to take two steps backward in order to move one step forward, but do not be discouraged. You have a strong will and sense of purpose working in your favor.
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