Thursday's Horoscope - Burlington Free Press

For an instant lift, count your blessings in all areas of life. The expansive Sagittarius moon helps you get a perspective that's as optimistic as it is broad. The Aquarian solar transit is wrapping up this week, and there's pressure to get as much good as possible accomplished before the spiritual Pisces sun takes us in a new direction.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Whoever said there are two sides to every story was thinking incredibly small. Without too much effort, you can think of a dozen sides to today's story, and you'll choose the most positive version for your own records.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You'll be caught between wanting things to occur in a predictable manner and knowing that would be a sure recipe for mind-numbing boredom. Liberate yourself. Let go of the controls.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You love a quirky old friend better than you could ever love any idealized version of friendship. You find the flaws endearing. In fact, they just might be the glue that holds this relationship together.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Being well rested will make a great difference in your attitude. When your body feels strong, there is a crisp freshness to your general experience of life.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Go for excellence, not perfection. The first will motivate you to be your best self. The second will drive you crazy, make everything take too long and cause much to go unfinished.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Don't be afraid of being an outsider. Such a position could give you a distinct advantage now. You see all kinds of things from the outside that you could never see if you were in the thick of it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). What would you do if you knew you were protected by a supernatural insurance policy that kept you from any physical, emotional or financial harm or liability? Go for it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You'll have to sleuth a bit in order to understand the dynamics that affect your social life. Sometimes it's what a person doesn't say that says the most. Listen between the lines, and you'll hear the real story.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You'll make sure your loved ones stay out of trouble. It's a noble pursuit that may not seem to be working at first, although time will prove your efforts most effective.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Generous souls abound. Mostly, they come out of the woodwork ready to give because they recognize you as one of their own. It will feel good to be seen for who you really are.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You'll be the steady torchbearer, bringing light to a situation that has been in darkness for a long, long while. Don't be surprised if no one knows what to do next. For now, it's enough to take it all in.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). In order for an organization to function, the work can never be fully completed. So don't worry too much about the unfinished edges.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Feb. 16). This year is a real mix-up to your routine, and your life brightens with the challenges that come with the unexpected twists and turns. Over the next 10 weeks, you'll concern yourself with the well-being of others and will blossom personally. You'll manage your money well and fund a June adventure. Aries and Sagittarius people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 40, 2, 33, 49 and 18.

FRIENDSHIP TIPS FROM THE STARS: Keep your relationship skills sharp and your friendships strong with these tips from the stars.

GEMINI: Solo Up. Groups are typically your thing. You excel in a pack of like minds and diverse talents. While a lively gathering is usually a blast, the intimacy that keeps friendship alive can get lost in the crowd. Fortify your friendships with solo time devoted exclusively to each person in your group.

CANCER: Be You. Your nurturing nature sometimes prevents you from showing your true feelings, especially if you're feeling blue. You never want to bring others down. Just remember that it's OK to be honest with the people who love you, even when your true feelings are not pretty. If you always try to hide emotions such as sadness and anger, you'll miss an opportunity for healthy bonding. Keep it real.

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LEO: Open Ears, Shut Mouth. Your diverse and colorful life has brought you so much experience that it's rare that you ever hear a story you can't relate to. Usually, you've either "been there" or been somewhere very much like there. Nonetheless, relating the story isn't always necessary. So close the mouth, open the ears (and heart), and resist the need to share your every anecdote.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Inventor Galileo Galilei dared to declare that the Earth is not the center of the universe, and he spent the end of his life under house arrest for the heresy. This major player of the scientific revolution was born under strong Pisces influences, suggesting that his inventions, which include the thermometer and the perfection of the telescope, were manifestations of a drive to know the ethereal realms.

Write the astrologer, Holiday Mathis, at Creators Syndicate, 5777 West Century Blvd., Suite 700, Los Angeles, Calif. 90045 or at her page at the website www.creators.com.

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