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MARCH 31 – APRIL 6, 2013
by Tim Stephens
All times/dates are Pacific Daylight Time.
A few weeks ago I said my late 2012 China forecast (that its economy would
slow over the next few years to September, 2015) was wrong. Well, according to
Bloomberg, I was actually right: China’s economy has slowed for the last three
months. Whatever. Also, according to Stanford University economics professor
John Taylor (again, in a Bloomberg report) the automatic spending cuts in the
U.S. (the so-called sequestration or fiscal cliff) will have a “very small”
impact. The automatic cuts, he shows in a chart, represent only one-quarter of
one per cent of the U.S. gross domestic economy. This reflects my forecast that
the fiscal cliff “will not be steep” (Year Ahead article, January 2013).
It might sound cruel, but I think the best thing for the U.S. is for the
sequestration to go ahead. March 1 was the last day to avert these budget cuts,
and the politicos failed to do so. So their choice, by default, was to accept
the cuts. But this day was filled with good aspects, and so was the entire next
day. Astrologically, this indicates great success (and boosts Republican leader
Boehner’s prospects, because all these “success aspects” occurred while the Moon
was in his sign, SCORPIO. But Joe Biden’s a Scorpio also.).... Anyway, as I
forecast, everything’s up!
Scorpio, now there’s a sign. This is one of the most stubborn, vengeful,
“hard” signs, yet Scorpios are also sentimental, deeply loving, and almost
heroically loyal. If you cheat on your Scorpio mate, he/she will shoot your
lover, not you. Scorpios are naturally, purely sexual: they are the last sign to
claim, “Not now, I’ve got a headache” – and if they do, it means something is
probably seriously wrong, something far wider than the evening of the headache.
This sign can, merely from a petty grudge, refuse to say “I love you” to a mate
whom they love very much (a very dangerous stance if their mate is a LEO).
Partly this is self-protection, partly it might reflect anger, but it is certain
to contain an element of one of Scorpio’s favorite stances: secret silence.
Scorpios don’t like to reveal their true feelings (hatred, anger, revenge and
lust are exceptions).
Some of the unhappiest clients I ever have are the people fighting a Scorpio
in a lawsuit. The problem: Scorpios never give up. How do you defeat them? With
affection. This sign will do almost anything for love, even dangerous, risky
things. If you have a Scorpio child, no amount of logic, threat, or discipline
will change their stubborn frown. But sympathy, hugs, an “I love you” or an
appeal (“it hurts me,” “it makes me feel sad,” etc.) will win their good
behavior. If you want your Scorpio to behave, be a bit vulnerable. No sign
loves, protects or tries to help a victim or a loser like a Scorpio does. This
urge to help exists even in a four or five year old. Women with a Scorpio Moon
often have big behinds; men with Scorpio Moons often brood.
Now to 2025, single Scorpios will discover true love, many for the first time
ever.
Start Nothing:
10:00 p.m. Sun. to 10:35 p.m. Mon.,
3:35 a.m. Wed. to 1:41 a.m. Thurs.,
and 10:22 a.m. Fri. to 6:00 a.m. Sat. |
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Aries
- (March 21-April 19)
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You start the week with a
feeling of wisdom and harmony, yet you know you are in the
midst of a huge change, or an exhausting struggle to
maintain the status quo. Change would be better: yield to
it. Your ambition returns Tuesday/Wednesday – good, take
(wise) steps. The week ends, Thursday/Friday, with a feeling
of celebration and social delight. You’re confident, liked,
and you see a good, buoyant future. A light romance might
begin. Retreat, sleep, contemplate, plan Saturday. This week
and those ahead are the best in 3 years for starting a
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Taurus - (April 20-May 20) |
A significant monetary
or sexual shift tries to nudge you into action or
commitment Sunday/Monday. Or, you might discover your
latest idea is illegal. Do act Sunday, not Monday.
(Act, but don’t create.) In general, you are tired
this week, so even favourable activities should not
be overdone. That said, midweek brings glimmers of
love, especially if your land’s still cold and snowy.
Intellectual, far travel, cultural and legal
activities are favoured also. Ambition and prestige,
always a good luck/bad luck story this year, are
emphasized Thursday/Friday. Happiness, Saturday! |
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Gemini - (May 21-June 20) |
Sunday brings change,
or you sense change around you, in ways that aren’t
easy to discern: they connect to your social circle
and your private self, especially your yearning self.
All this ultimately stands on or affects a
relationship: hints Monday. Midweek brings new
mysteries, but delicious ones, as temptation and
curiosity rule. Do your research; ask your future
(e.g., does your present path intersect with your
desired future?). A mellow, wise mood steals over you
Thursday/Friday: a light romance might visit. Watch
the world with ambitious eyes Saturday; if working,
impress. |
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Cancer - (June 21-July 22) |
Maintain an ambitious
approach. Someone you admired for a long time might
have changed since 2010, maybe 2009, and you don’t
approve. But we all go through phases in our lives:
this is his/her new phase. Tackle chores judiciously
Sunday: if you seem to be opening even bigger
problems, step back and think, perhaps abandon the
task. Be co-operative, diplomatic Tuesday/Wednesday:
the chance you’ll meet your true love, while
extremely low, does exist: it would be a tempestuous
marriage. Sexual urges, financial opportunities, draw
you Thursday/Friday – luckily after 7 p.m. Thursday. |
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Leo -
(July 23-Aug. 22) |
Romance fills
Sunday/Monday – or pleasure, or beauty or charming
kids or a fine creative surge. But these days also
ring the bell of change – a silent bell, that hints
at employment or health changes. You’ll need to find
a way to align your ethics and idealism with your
work: or to change your work. Tackle chores
Tuesday/Wednesday, when this “work change” is
highlighted..) Thursday/Friday bring relationships,
opportunities and challenges. Physical intimacy,
financial growth, research and commitment fill
Saturday. This good week moves from romance to
recognition/approach to bonding. |
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Virgo
- (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) |
Your home – and changes
to it that arise via love, children – fill Sunday to
Wednesday. For example, news of pregnancy might
arrive. Or, if single, you might sense how love could
change your living arrangements. Tuesday/Wednesday
nudge you into a romantic, creative mood – avoid
temperament, disruption. Tackle chores
Thursday/Friday – great luck here (e.g., your efforts
earn a boss’ praise) AFTER 7 p.m. Thursday (PDT).
Relationships, opportunities, challenges, opposition
or co-operation, new horizons – these arise in a new
way Saturday. All week, sex and finances need
commitment. |
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Libra
- (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) |
Serious relationship
themes fill this week and the next two. You could
meet your life mate, or make momentous decisions
regarding partnership. Sunday/Monday seems like a
casual, conversational, travel/errand filled time,
but deeper down the cosmos is whispering about your
abode, your family, and deep change. Can you accept,
find or keep love while your home is under change?
Can you grasp opportunities while your home keeps you
tied to one place? Examine this Tuesday/Wednesday,
then begin a new path or project in the domestic or
real estate area. Romance, creativity soar late week! |
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Scorpio - (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) |
The general accent lies
on work, health, and dependents’ needs. Chase money
during a smooth, lucky Sunday/Monday. (Monday’s a bit
of a dud for Europe and the Americas.) Your work role
might change: that’s okay. Midweek brings errands,
calls, visits, paperwork and casual acquaintances –
act calmly, not impetuously: accidents possible. Head
for home Thursday/Friday (at work, deal with
foundations, structures – and nurturing less senior
co-workers). Your investment, realty luck are high
Thursday night AFTER seven. A whiff of romance perks
you up Saturday: go out, find pleasure! |
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Sagittarius - (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) |
The weeks ahead
emphasize romance – in a significant way, as more
than the usual number of single Sages will open the
door to marriage now or in June. Your energy,
charisma and effectiveness (and timing) are strong
Sunday/Monday: you’ll attract attention. But you also
sense change brewing in your money zone, which could
“threaten” romance or your children’s brightest
future. Meet these changes head-on Tuesday/Wednesday.
If you need a new approach, method or job, find/start
it, now. Communications, travel, paperwork and
friendly meetings fill late week. Home’s sweet,
Saturday. |
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Capricorn - (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) |
The main accent lies on
home, family, parent/kid relations, security,
retirement plans, nutrition, gardening, Mother Nature
and soul. Decide who/what stays, who goes. There’s
nothing wrong with sinking into a deep rest now.
You’re weary Sunday/Monday. Sunday’s excellent for
holding a confidential meeting with an advisor,
trusted friend. Your energy and charisma return
somewhat Tuesday/Wednesday, but luck’s rather mixed,
so advance with diplomacy. Chase money (or spend)
Thursday AFTER 7 p.m. PDT, or Friday morning.
Saturday’s for curiosity, short trips, casual
acquaintances. |
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Aquarius-(Jan. 20-Feb. 18) |
Friendly meetings,
communications, visits and short trips keep you busy
all week. This is a good time to upgrade your phone
or computer system. (Not Sunday, nor April 9 or 16.)
Sunday/Monday bring friends, popularity, social joys,
wish fulfillment, optimism and happiness. Deep down,
Sunday through Wednesday, you might sense that your
relationship with government or head office is
changing, and with it your status – this can be up or
down, choose which you want. Lie low, rest
Tuesday/Wednesday. Your energy and charisma soar
Thursday/Friday – get out, contact VIPs. Shop
Saturday. |
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Pisces - (Feb. 19-March 20) |
The monthly accent lies
on money, earnings, spending and possessions. This is
a significant time for these, so do all you can to
set this area on a solid, growth course. Study the
influence of education, legalities, international
trends, and your cultural/ethnic group on, for
instance, your earning capacity (especially Sunday
and Tuesday). Your career, ambitions, reputation and
relations with important people are highlighted
Sunday (best) and Monday. Midweek brings joy,
popularity, wish fulfillment – with a few snags.
Rest, plan Thursday/Friday. Saturday, you’re the
star! |
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