TAURUS (April 20-May 20). The small gestures of those close to you have great meaning to you now. The friends you love and are loved by are simply the best in the world. Life is good.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Observe before you act. Whether you win this game will depend upon your ability to correctly sum up your opponent.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). The one who cares for you will offer unsolicited advice. It's not what you want to hear. But do consider it anyway.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Take it slow in relationships. Build bonds carefully - no pushing.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Bareback horse riding might be a thrill, but it's not for you. Nor is bungee jumping. You will find rapture in peace and quietude.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). There are many mesmerizing creatures in the world. That attractive person you met recently is definitely better left in the wild.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You go the extra mile, without expecting recompense. Continue to lead by example, and enjoy the rewards without expecting them.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Sometimes you forget how much people love to give advice. Everyone has an opinion. Reconsider things in a few days.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). When you know what you like, why should you not get it? This is a sound argument.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Go where there is sunshine or at least where you can be around people who have sunshine in their hearts.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You never really notice how fast things are moving until you stop running like mad yourself. Today's reprieve may not last long.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Nov. 3). Your birthday gift from the stars is impressive determination. You will commit to a kind of marathon, applying yourself to a long race of your choosing. What happens in January keeps you in touch with what drives you. There will be victories in March and July. Love motivates you to make a change in April. Cancer and Leo people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 10, 4, 33, 17 and 50.

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