The coming week is likely to see many individuals counting down in some way, eager to see the arrival of a certain date or a certain time when everything is likely to change -- dramatically and for the better. That which is eagerly anticipated may not be happening anytime soon, but it is certainly important enough to be in the spotlight well ahead of time, and everyone will be eagerly awaiting events that can only result in a large quantity of good for everyone concerned. It may feel to some that a long period of dormancy is coming to an end at last, that a long emotional drought is ending, that a shroud of uncertainty is about to be lifted. All of this is certainly true, for the perception makes the reality.
The emotional content of any given situation is likely to be greater than one might expect, and all must be prepared to tread lightly at times -- to avoid being hurt or hurting others. We cannot always know what is going on in the hearts of those around us, so we must each do our part to treat others with care and respect.
ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You are awaiting something with great eagerness, but you mustn't neglect routine duties because your thoughts are elsewhere! (April 5-April 19) -- Others know what you are going through, but they cannot go through it with you; you must find within yourself the strength to go it alone.
TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may only be able to come up with a stopgap solution to a problem, but it will buy you time as you devise a permanent one. (May 6-May 20) -- You mustn't hesitate. When the time is right, you must be willing to jump at whatever opportunity comes your way.
GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may not be able to provide a loved one with exactly what he or she has asked for, but an improvised result proves more than acceptable! (June 7-June 20) -- Others will be impressed with your ability to determine what to avoid; you know very well what you must not do!
CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may expect trouble from someone who has been watching you for a while, but he or she only wants to learn from you. (July 8-July 22) -- Your instincts will tell you when to engage more fully and when to step away or assume the role of spectator. You cannot do all three, obviously!
LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may have to make a bigger sacrifice than expected in order to make everything work out for those around you. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Your contribution to a major project may be overlooked by those in charge, but that will not always be the case!
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Your expectations may exceed your capabilities; adopt a more realistic outlook. Don't put yourself or others in danger! (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Others may turn to you when they need a leader who can remain calm and cool under pressure. Can you do that?
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You have been making big plans, and you can see that the odds are certainly in your favor -- but don't rush things! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You are drawn to endeavors that are more theoretical; what you bring to them can actually be quite transformative.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You can do much to assist an old friend. He or she knows which direction to go, but is having trouble getting started. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You're not likely to stand still very much. In your travels, be sure to do for someone else what he or she has already done for you.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may discover that you are suffering from precisely the malady you had expected; recovery can be quick with the right outlook. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You're likely to tell the same story again and again -- and each time, it's sure to have the effect you intend.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Your practicality is likely to come to the fore -- and just in time. There are issues that require a cool head! (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- No one close to you expects you to work miracles, but you can accomplish something that takes many very much by surprise.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You'll be called to action; be ready to do whatever is asked of you. You may have to go against your instincts at one point. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You're eager to see matters progress according to plan, and with a minimum of fuss, as you prepare to face a big challenge soon.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- News of another's progress will fill you with delight and inspire you to accomplish more yourself. (March 6-March 20) -- You may find yourself in charge of a project that no one wants to lead, but your inimitable style will do what others could not.