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Your numbers are 14,22,26,33,37,43 ARIES (March 21-April 19): You! tend to overspend on your home, family and entertainment today. Focus on moving into a higher paying position in your career. A sudden change in your personal life will lead to a lack of concentration. 4 stars TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your emotions will lead you into a precarious situation. Get your facts straight if you must pursue a course of action that will involve debate. This is not the day to act on hearsay or assumptions. 3 stars GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Nothing is quite as it appears so, before you speak or take action, rethink your strategy. Focus on home, family and what you can do to make things better, if you've been part 6f the problem, admit your shortcomings and apologize. 3 stars CANCER (June 21-Juiy 22): Everything should be falling into place if you have done what you should have been doing the past couple of weeks. If there is still something out of place or holding you back, make your move swiftly so you don't lose out on something beneficial. 4 stars LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Not everyone will like vrtiat you decide to do but that's OK If someone gets upset or angry, back away. You need to distance yourself from anyone who is trying to control your life. You need to protect yourself by taking action. 2 stars VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept 22): A chance is likely to get involved in something that will allow you to network with people who have as much to offer as you do. A romantic adventure is prominent so leave a little time for social pleasure. 5 stars LIBRA (Sept 23-Oct 22): Don't feel forced to make a short trip to take care of matters that can be monitored by someone else. You will be blamed for something you didn't do if you get in the middle of someone else's dilemma. 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Joint ventures will not run smoothly, especially if you haven't been forthright about your SDending. 5 stars PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Nothing is quite measuring up today. Stick to the people and the places you know well. Fixing up your property or making an investment on your own will be your best bet and bring the highest returns today. 2 stars July 20, 2006] listings by Zap2it