VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 23) On the 29th Mercury goes retrograde in your sign and "If it can go wrong it will." It will be in your sign almost all of September. Keep your wits about you, be careful with all forms of communication, do not buy communication equipment of any kind, it is not a good time to travel or to buy cars, trucks, bicycles. Drive slowly and carefully. Do not buy TV’s, radios, or telephones, especially used ones

LIBRA (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) Exercise some initiative and get what you want from life. Finances need to be watched. Do something different (and less expensive) for entertainment. You know that you want a job that has a lot of prestige and freedom to do things your way. A tall order, but you will not be happy with anything less. Keep making contacts and sending out resumes until you get the position you want.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) Don’t plan to purchase expensive items in the next three weeks. Be friendly and forgiving with in-laws and doors will open for you. Good news comes about a position you have interviewed for. Take what you can get. Money doesn’t grow on trees. Team-work brings you success with a project The long range prospect looks very good indeed. Watch where you walk to avoid foot problems.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21) Extra responsibilities come your way, but you also receive some good news. A vague business proposition needs further clarification. You receive recognition and praise from a higher up. Your negotiating skills are excellent, but don’t force any issues. You benefit through friendships. Take time to socialize as it can bring big benefits to you now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) Partners are in agreement about lots of things. You experience both highs and lows concerning job interests. Go easy on credit card use and don’t be talked into buying something you really don’t want. Don’t let daydreaming interfere with progress. Be patient and focused and you will get what you want much sooner than you think you will.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 19) Try to get along with an opinionated friend. Be clear about the signals you give others. An old bill needs to be paid. Practice moderation and don’t go overboard in search of good times. Business with pleasure will work to your advantage if financial interests are highlighted. You have happy times with family members and relatives who would like to pay you a visit.

PISCES (Feb. 20 to March 20) Your attention is focused on partnership matters and you may sign a contract, business or marital. Teamwork goes well. You make revisions on a creative project. Luck and opportunity come your way and gains are likely on your job. You have to sidestep a manipulative person you have had dealings with before. If you need help with a venture, ask for it and you will find several people who are willing.

ARIES (March 21 to April 20) You are going to like this week as there will plenty of work for you to do and most of it is of a new and different kind of experience for you. You will try to put old wine in new bottles or vice versa and it just won’t work. Be a good sport and cheerfully adjust to your new routines. A month from now you will be glad you did. Keep a very low profile at work. Again, you will be glad you did!

TAURUS (April 20 to May 21) Everything goes your way because many people are glad to be of service to you in many ways. Investments, credit ratings and loans are handled to your ultimate satisfaction. You make important decisions especially on Sept. 4th and 5th, that benefit you and another in financial ways. Social life is important if you know how to be seen with the right people and not repeat what you hear.

GEMINI (May 22 to June 21) You need to be cautious about talking too much about people you know and places you go to. Do not talk about the people you work with, or the work you do. Your tongue can get you into big trouble. Do not repeat gossip about people at a distance. This is a week when you should keep a low profile. You have important information that someone wants. Protect it carefully.

CANCER (June 22 to July 23) If you are worrying about something, your worry is unnecessary. The situation will be resolved before the end of December. The problem could be your own health or a domestic matter. Try not to make any important commitments or sign any documents dealing with money. You may be offered a job that requires you to be in top physical condition. It is not easy to get along with in-laws.

LEO (July 22 to Aug. 22) Money, money, money count yours frequently. The urge to overspend is very strong. And you will be getting rid of large sums if you are not VERY careful. The good news is that you think you have plenty to spend and some of you do, but there is no sense in being extravagant. You are more than inclined to spend invested money and you will surely regret it if you do. Stay out of the market if you can.