ARIES: Strange- though the calendar says it’s a holiday, you’re in the mood to go into the office and close out the books so to speak. Your instincts are right on the money-so listen to them. Committing to a new health regime or going on a 21 day cleanse a la Oprah, couldn’t be more perfect. July can and should be your ‘get it together” month on every level.

TAURUS: Service with a smile? Don’t expect to be waited on by a lover or a child, neither will be in the mood to help out and there may be a good reason. One or both could be facing a health issue or have a work issue to deal with, so don’t take their absence personally. You can make good use of the solitude by tackling a creative project that needs your undivided attention.

GEMINI: How many times has not thinking before speaking gotten you into trouble? So why continue to take the bait? Silence is sometimes the best answer. If a response is insisted upon, just say, “I’m thinking on it, and may need to get back to you a little later.” A cell-phone/blackberry fast would do you a world of good July 3rd and 4th. Delay travel till after the 6th and If an unruly boss demands work from you, agree to do it from home.

CANCER: You may be less than patient and more moody than usual regarding neighbors and siblings, and that being the case, keeping a little emotional distance between yourself and intimates may be best for all concerned. Home improvement is a good and practical distraction on the 8th, and a renewed appreciation of a spouse or partner saves the day on the 9th. Give thanks.

LEO: Worrying about finances or the threat of scarcity will get you nowhere, but taking appropriate action will. Give your inner bon vivant a rest and put a moratorium on feel good spending so that you can get to the bottom of what’s really bothering you. If need be, call your credit card companies (or loan officer) and take advantage of the build-up of Virgo planets in your 2nd house to negotiate a lower interest rate. You should be able to make it happen.

VIRGO: The Moon, Mars, Saturn all team up in your sign, and if you’re not careful, the week could turn into a war of nerves and who needs that? So as the tension mounts, try to channel it into good use by attacking apile of paper 9or a few of them) and getting them sorted and out of the way once and for all. Stay away from people, places, and things that make you nervous and give yourself permission to do for yourself.

LIBRA: There’s almost nothing as uncomfortable as not being able to identify the source of what’s making you anxious. For the past ten days, there’s been a sense of an impending something that doesn’t feel quite right. When that happens, the only thing to do is to get quiet, listen, and wait. After Mars and Saturn conjoin on July 5, the storm clouds will release whatever they’ve been holding and you will regain the clarity that has eluded you. Pay close attention to your dreams for additional clues.

SCORPIO: The one truth you’re most likely to have shoved down your throat this week, is that friendships worth having take some work and some time. So if a community or group that is important to you requires more of you than you’d ordinarily wish to give, take it in stride and do the responsible thing. Above all, have patience and skip the attitude. You will receive your just rewards for appropriate action (generosity of self) a little down the line.

SAGITTARIUS: “Genius is one per cent inspiration and ninety nine per cent perspiration”, said Thomas Edison, and while you’re usually good at supplying lots of inspiration for the rest of the zodiac, you’re in double perspiration mode yourself at this time. Don’t knock it though, the extra muscle you’re putting in to your professional life is worth it and right on schedule. Though there is evidence to the contrary, there will be a big payday when you least expect it.

CAPRICORN: Don’t be too surprised when a partner or person of interest is ready, willing, and able to go to the ends of the earth to help you achieve a goal. Take the help and the love that comes with it graciously. One word of caution:. If a chauffer or servant wants time off, let them have it. Do your own driving this week, you’ll be better off.

AQUARIUS: Tension is mounting regarding an issue that involves shared finances or a group investment but a resolution may be a few more days away so don’t push for it now. Let the kinks work themselves out- you can negotiate more time if you need it. A writing project or creative endeavor that you’ve had trouble completing comes into focus and magically comes together. Take it to the next level-please.

PISCES: What a difference a day makes. If you can hold your tongue a little more than twenty four hours between late on July 3rd & early 5th, you’ll not only save yourself a tremendous amount of aggravation, but you will find the right words to diffuse and heal a long standing family problem. Wait till after the 5th to hit the road if you must, but your best vacation for now is the one you give to your mind. Unplug the electronics if you can.

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