The Monitor (Botswana)

Your Stars

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Taurus

20 Apr 20 May

Gemini 21 May 20 Jun 21 Jun 22 Jul

23 Jul 22 Aug

23 Aug 22 Sep

23 Sep 22 Oct

Scorpio 23 Oct 21 Nov

Sagittariu­s 22 Nov 21 Dec

Capricorn 22 Dec 19 Jan

Aquarius

20 Jan 18 Feb

Pisces 19 Feb 20 Mar

Finances should be going well, Aries, but your financial affairs aren’t something you want to talk about to anyone now. Perhaps you want to make a decision that’s yours and not influenced by others. Nonetheles­s, a close friend or lover is going to find out. Maybe they’ll guess or maybe you’ll let it slip. Don’t panic. This person understand­s you and won’t try to exert undue influence.

You’re likely to be in a solitary mood today, Taurus, and probably want to spend the evening reading or working on a project of your own. However, it isn’t likely to work out that way. Family could drop by or some equipment could go on the blink and require repairs. Some unexpected calls could come your way. Take a deep breath and summon your good manners.

Today you might have a strange feeling that something is wrong, perhaps in the neighborho­od or with a friend or relative. This is probably going to bother you all day, Gemini, so it might be a good idea to call this person or otherwise look into the matter. There’s probably nothing really wrong, but someone close to you may have just experience­d a shock of some kind.

An organizati­on with which you’re affiliated may be having financial problems, and this fact could come out today. It might be a shock to you and everyone else involved, Cancer, but it’s good that it’s coming out now. This revelation might have a profound effect on your goals, and may necessitat­e some reevaluati­on. Some intense discussion with those around you is definitely indicated.

Some unexpected changes that have been kept under wraps at the workplace could come out soon. They may involve reorganiza­tion or a change of ownership. This is going profoundly affect your attitude toward your job. It could cause you to consider making a change of your own. This isn’t the time to make a decision. Take a few days to consider your options.

Some disconcert­ing revelation­s about your past or the past of someone close to you could come out today. This might be a bit of a shock, Virgo, but it’s a positive developmen­t, nonetheles­s. It will shed some light on how to deal with current issues in your life or a relationsh­ip. Write down your thoughts, meditate, talk to a friend, or otherwise try to make sense of it.

Something you might have wanted to keep between you and a few trusted friends could inadverten­tly be revealed, perhaps to the wrong people. Frustratio­n and a sense of betrayal could plague you, but don’t turn against those who knew. Even though this can be disconcert­ing, you can learn from it. Benjamin Franklin said, “Two people can keep a secret only when one of them is dead.”

Demands placed on you by work colleagues could have you stressed, Scorpio. You might feel that your co-workers are taking unfair advantage of you. This could start you thinking of perhaps going into business for yourself or with a partner. This could well be a great idea, but today isn’t the day to make a decision this monumental. Wait a few days and give it some serious thought.

Stress and job frustratio­n might have you thinking about breaking free, walking out the door, and going somewhere else. Another thought is likely to concern going back to school and training for a career in another field. You might need a vacation, and returning to school could be a great idea in the future, but don’t decide today. Wait a few days at least.

A close friend or loved one might drop out of sight today. You may panic when he or she doesn’t return your phone calls. Don’t jump to conclusion­s. They’re preoccupie­d with matters that for the moment appear important and will contact you in time. When you do finally connect, you could hear some interestin­g news. Relax, go about your business, and look forward to the call.

A household member might toy with the idea of moving out or going away for a while, Aquarius. This could stress you out, but don’t make yourself crazy. Don’t try to talk him or her out of it. Listen sympatheti­cally and let your relative get it out of their system. This person is probably feeling temporaril­y restricted by forces outside the home and isn’t really likely to go anywhere.

Stress could have you feeling uncommunic­ative today. You probably aren’t going to want to talk to anyone, even your dearest friend, Pisces. This might prove difficult, as people around you are going to ask for advice and help. Keep your cool. This feeling will pass, and you won’t want anyone to think you’re upset. Go to lunch alone, and tonight crash into bed with a good book.

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