By Minerva

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This week vital Venus bids a fond farewell to sensual Scorpio before settling in to fiery Sagittarius. Maybe “settling” isn’t quite the word for such a pairing, a rambunctious monthlong transit where exciting adventure looms large.

Aries (March 20-April 19) As Venus high-beams your flight pattern, the chance of a vacation romance emerges. Across a crowded security line you may see a stranger. Could be Prince (Princess?) Charming? Just keep in mind that Venus is a mischief-maker.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) Venus slips into your shared resources center, triggering a lively rerun of the Romantic Days of Yesteryear. With Venus acting as creative director, you can expect an exciting plot twist featuring you.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) A Venus connection in your one-on-one house enables you to see to the core of a partnership. You’ve got the makings of an intriguing dialogue going, one that will not only open your playmate’s eyes but also your own.

Cancer (June 21-July 21) An office soap opera has you tearing your hair, yet work remains a driving force. Happily, benevolent Venus enables you to say and do the right thing at the right time. As the tide turns into a tsunami, you ride the crest.

Leo (July 22-Aug. 22) Venus’ mischievous sortie into your fun sector is an invitation to share a wild dream with a partner. You don’t get an opportunity like this every day or even every winter. Recognize an affair waiting to happen.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) A home/family dilemma sorts itself out. You’ve struggled with this one for some time. Now you hold the wild cards when dealing with powerful and/or difficult relatives.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) You can expect a lot of support this week with Venus manning the switchboard in your charm and chat center. The heat’s on to expand an existing bond. Additionally, a newly prioritized Mercury at Family Central argues for a short get away.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) You play it close to the vest. The bottom line? Your way is THE way. With both Venus and Jupiter, firmly entrenched in your money house, the conviction intensifies. You’ll listen with flattering intensity, then do exactly as you please.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 20) The name of the game is intuition and you play it well. The wild card comes often and easy to you, and you know better than anyone how to play that wild card for all it’s got.

Capricorn (Dec. 21-Jan. 18) Venus triggers potent memories. Surely you’ve heard of karma. Like it or not, past mistakes come up now for review. The time has come to right a wrong by mending a fence.

Aquarius (Jan. 19-Feb. 17) Venus comes on strong in your wish house. Again the question is raised: Is love better the second time around? How tasty are leftovers? Ask a Leo about that. Maybe you won’t like the answer, but at least listen.

Pisces (Feb. 18-March 19) With Venus sizzling in your fame house, you’re an unstoppable force. Added to this, a newly reformed Mercury plays fairy godperson bringing a long cherished dream to fruition.

Minerva’s mailbag

Q: I’m a Scorpio man drawn to an Aquarius woman. What are our chances?

A: Aquarius is the one sign you can’t figure out, but that doesn’t mean you won’t have fun trying. If you can adapt to her cling-free approach to romance, if she can awaken to the pleasures of intimacy before you swim off in search of it elsewhere, your open, innovative, creative and spicy relationship can be the romance of the century.

To ask Minerva a question, go to www.ask minerva.com or write to Minerva, Sunday Datebook, San Francisco Chronicle, 901 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94103.