Today the sun moves into Libra, greeting autumn, an artist's muse of a season. Percy Bysshe Shelley wrote, "There is a harmony in autumn, and a lustre in its sky, which through the summer is not heard or seen, as if it could not be, as if it had not been!" Venus meets Pluto, too, letting the smoky autumn atmosphere bring out the romantic in you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). A recent influx of new friends has you a bit over-scheduled. Your socializing is starting to feel like work! Though you're tempted to join the crowd tonight, you're better off to take quiet time to read, relax and regroup.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). When things get muddled and messed up in a costly way, it may anger you. It will also, given a few more minutes, inspire you to make a change. The time is right, you're ready and you're motivated.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Easy daily tasks seem to be messing with your sense of inner balance. You may throw up your hands in frustration, exclaiming, "Why is this so difficult?" Then something wondrous happens. A kindred spirit comes to the rescue.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). In the past you've been quick to confide personal details to new friends. Now your social savvy ratchets up a few notches and you will give others the chance to get to know you gradually. Take your time.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Second guesses are further from the mark than first guesses are. You're good at analyzing, and prone to overanalyzing, too. Trust your instincts. You're wiser than you think! Believe in yourself and in your choices.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (SEPTEMBER 22). Your loves are many this year. One gleaming hope captures your attention through October and you'll work hard to make it happen. In November, newly acquired skills bring you close to kindred souls. Your heart is fulfilled with the laughter and good times of the holidays. Finances improve markedly in January. Sagittarius and Leo adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 20, 5, 23, 17 and 14.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You trust that good things come to those who wait. Though good things are coming, there are even better things that will arrive when you stop waiting and get busy. Capricorn is your partner in action.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Don't let that certain someone make you feel inferior. You've worked too hard on yourself and have come too far to let someone make you feel less than worthy. Celebrate all that you are and others want to join the party.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Focus on health. You've been meaning to improve your diet and exercise habits for weeks now … so no more excuses, get on it! Your self-discipline in this area will prepare you for an upcoming challenge.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Consistent action becomes character. Notice the habits of those with whom you are dealing. Nothing you witness now is a "one-time thing." You will be able to count on those who are kind now to be kind later.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You're unsure whether you want to be a part of a certain club. Investigate. It will further your interests to have somewhere new to go, even if only once or twice. Sign up, join in, mix and mingle.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). After some early success on a project at work/school, you hit the sophomore slump. You need new inspiration. Open your mind and let the ideas find you. A collaboration with Pisces is your key to success.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). When you hear the sound of your own voice, you should be pleased. If you're not, find a better way to express yourself. Finding a positive way to make your requests of others will be key.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I was born Jan. 25, 1966. I always seem to attract the wrong kind of women. I don't know if I have ever had a functional relationship. I'm tired of all the back and forth. Where should I be looking, for fidelity, trust and support?"

Like many Aquarians, you're a blend of Aquarius and Pisces. With this much Pisces, you're vulnerable to others and it's a paradoxical gift because while it makes you an empathic partner, you also need to learn how to adequately protect yourself from draining relationships. How will you do this? First, don't cast your net so wide. There are certain clues you need to look for from the beginning, and those will communicate how a person will ultimately treat you. This may be as simple as someone who shows integrity in another friendship, or shows up for your date on time. I know you have a big heart, but love without any conditions turns yours into a heart-shaped doormat. If they're flaky or abuse your trust, it's because they can. With your Venus and sun in Aquarius, an intelligent, progressive, responsible and self-reliant partner is a right match for you.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Born on the cusp of Virgo and Libra, because we don't know his birth time, Jason Alexander could be of either sun sign. Yet like many "born on the cusp," he does share traits of both signs. This can be seen in the way Jason excels in supportive or right-hand man roles. The Libra-Virgo personality really shines at enhancing the gifts of a person, or group of people, through their own talent.

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