The moon in sociable Sagittarius creates an adventurous sense of Halloween fun, but that's not to say there won't be a few genuine frights. Mars in Scorpio and Uranus in Pisces form an auspicious angle for unexplainable surprises, especially spiritual in nature. So if you dare to summon ghosts, don't be alarmed when they actually show up.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your estimates are right. It's a beautiful skill, knowing the potential cost of time, energy and money before you embark on an endeavor. Everyone around you benefits from your efficiency.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You have the unique gift of being able to draw out the shy ones. Introverted types feel comfortable with you because you let down your guard. You say the thing that makes them want to release their inhibitions.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You're on with the jokes, the clever witticisms, the observations that no one else is insightful enough to see. Do be careful not to show off. Someone could get mighty jealous, and that will defeat all of your purposes.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Romance happens if you're willing to risk. And if you're not, what happens is nothing at all. Both ways are good, actually. Romance is lovely, and doing nothing gives you perfect perspective. Basically, you can't lose.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). What are they really thinking of you? The question is fascinating and, it turns out, none of your business, though wondering about this does provide a revealing moment of self-reflection.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (OCTOBER 31). Your bright outlook makes it easier for you to see your way this year. Past trials are over and you look forward to handling whatever life brings. Before the new year begins there's a creative, though risky, business endeavor to consider. Take the only path that's both fun and lucrative. January and June bring winnings. Cancer and Virgo adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 5, 12, 44, 16 and 32.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You don't have any major decisions to make, but the minor ones will matter quite a bit. Give anything that's smaller than you a lot of loving care now. Children, pets and plants depend on your attention.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You can't help thinking about the past and what you could have done differently. Everything you did, right or wrong, was perfect. You are learning all of the lessons you need to know.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You're too wise to complain. Complaining is a waste of time, energy and breath. This is your lot and you're going to make the best of it. Actually you're quite brilliant when you get down to it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Whatever your age, there is no harm in believing you are in your prime. After all, this is the day you have! The rest are either dead and gone or uncertain and unformed. Carpe diem!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Mysterious forces impact you. You'll wonder why you ever doubted that there was more to this existence than meets the eye. Furthermore, synchronistic events nearly blow your mind.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Have you met your soul mate yet? Definitely. At least five people have been a crucial influence to your development — and that's all a soul mate is. You can trust that there will be another one, and another one, and another one.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Many people want to help you, but only one will really be able to provide what you need. You know that person the minute you see him or her. Your extra sensory ability is on 10.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: ARIES: Your heart wants what doesn't make lick of sense to your brain — go figure. TAURUS: A romantic relationship has echoes of your parental relationship, which is eerie but normal. GEMINI: It occurs to you to keep in better touch with an ex. This is innocent enough and quite healing. CANCER: If you meet a costumed person, something about the costume will inform you about what to expect in the future. LEO: You understand every word your partner is saying, and understand even better what he or she is not saying. VIRGO: You're good at relationships. You make a truly classy move this weekend. LIBRA: You entertain others with your whimsy and wit. This keeps you at the top of more than one list. SCORPIO: Hope wins out. You put yourself where you said you'd never go again. SAGITTARIUS: The one who loves you wants to spend money on you. Let it happen! CAPRICORN: Make an admirable compromise. In the end you'll be the beneficiary of this. AQUARIUS: Don't worry about how you look. If you're making an impression on someone's heart, you're beautiful. PISCES: You show your affection by adapting to a loved one's way of doing things.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: Scorpio and Sagittarius are neighbors on the zodiac wheel and they certain can find plenty of common ground. Both are inclined to look for deeper meaning in things than is readily apparent. Sagittarius takes the search to new places, and is willing to go great distances if only to appreciate what's at home. Scorpio takes the journey to other planes of existence and is an expert soul searcher.

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