Mercury and Jupiter are going at it again, reminding us that what we say could have an adverse affect on our ability to attract the love and money we desire. Yes, words have enormous power, but try not to steer this idea in a fearful direction. What you say could also be the reason you succeed wildly. It's not necessary to be too guarded.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Today's opportunities are a mixed bag. Something you really want comes with a caveat that you really don't want. Make sure you know what you're getting into. The one who doesn't like your line of questioning is hiding something.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You'll meet someone you can laugh with, and this is something to pursue. You really need a friend now. Not because anything is wrong, but because you deserve to be appreciated for the unique person you are.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). It's not hard for you to be so astute — you just call it like you see it. And when you can't see it, you ask questions that make everyone think. It helps that you have a way of putting things that makes people want to answer you.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). No, you're not imagining it. A certain fawning someone in your midst has an angle. This person wants something from you and is not saying what it is yet. But if you think it over, you'll figure it out.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You're learning not to judge. For instance, there is a behavior you witnessed someone doing in the past and you thought to yourself, "I would never…" And yet, today you may find yourself engaged in similar behavior.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (OCTOBER 26). You will live more fully in the humor of things. It's a year to be grand, pretentious even, but never boring! Friends flock to you over the holidays because your attitude and style are so attractive. There's a sweet reunion in January. Your work gives you thrills in February. An investment pays in May. Gemini and Pisces adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 10, 44, 30 and 19.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You're worried that if you don't push things to completion, they will never get done. In actuality, these things will get done … eventually. But that extra push you give makes sure that they are done right, and in a timely manner.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You'll receive some good news about money, and that always lifts your spirits. It's not the cash value involved that you care about, but the thrilling experiences you'll finally be able to afford.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The chaos of your thoughts creates a lot of energy. You're not confused; rather you have a million ideas colliding around in your noggin. You're all abuzz, even when you've been working for hours.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Your minor interest in other people's finances is about to become major. Someone else's solvency affects yours. The care you put into communication matters greatly to the success of a deal.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Choose carefully what you'll strive for. You want something that is currently possessed by someone you admire. Consider whether that fact might be the sole reason for your yearning.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You have some weird kind of affection for one who has criticized you. Maybe she was right, though the manner of delivery was unnecessarily harsh. This person does care quite a lot for you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You are waiting for something to happen and enthralled in the suspense. Resist the urge to rush ahead. Your maturity and ability to delay your satisfaction will bring you much satisfaction in the end.

FORECAST FOR THE WEEK AHEAD: It's that spooky time of year again, and this Halloween promises to be even more fun than last year. The Hecate's moon on the 28th opens a rather large channel between this world and worlds beyond. Do you miss someone who has left this plane of existence? It's an excellent opportunity to get back in touch. Or maybe you'd like to talk to one of your dead idols — from Aristotle to John Lennon, chances are you can get them on the line. No seance is necessary, although many will go that route, too. Either way, imagination is your ticket. Relax, get into a meditative state, and ask away. Those who dare to call to the spirits of those passed may get an clearer message than they sought. Spirits may come through in dreams and speak specifically and candidly to the dreamer. Not-so-subtle signs will occur in waking life as well. Have fun with all of this otherworldly information. Most spirits are pretty light, and the lighter you can be, the more likely you will be to understand them. Neptune goes direct on the 1st and it's easier to make sense of the pieces of information you garnered.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Kelly Osbourne is a compelling Scorpio who been a fashion designer, model, television presenter and pop singer. Her astrological chart is rich in Scorpio and Sagittarian influences, indicating the kind of worldly sophistication and impulse for truth-telling that make her an effortlessly interesting artist in whichever medium she chooses to create.

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