Horoscopes by Holiday for March 13

If you've ever discovered a gem of a relationship amidst the most challenging circumstances, you understand the rare beauty inherent in today's meeting of Venus and Pluto. Kind of makes you wary of judging any situation as good or bad, huh? Sometimes, hearts are united in the most mysterious ways. You could even say "it was meant to be."

ARIES (March 21-April 19). The best way to attract someone who will be great for your life now is become an expert at subconscious communication. Recognize the truth. The ideal relationship is an honest one.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You sure don't want to hurt anyone's feelings. But you can't give yourself to every project or person who wants you. On a gut level, you know the investments of energy, time or money that are right for you. Honor that.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You feel like someone is assessing your contributions, and you're probably right. Try not to give it too much attention though. You make the best grade when you're really into what you're doing.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Relationships deepen when they are tested. Other water signs are especially agreeable (that's Pisces and Scorpio). Couples need to do things apart from one another too.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You need all the confidence you can muster to make the most of today's opportunity. So don't put yourself in a position to be criticized by anyone, especially not yourself. Give your inner critic the day off.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (March 13). The experiences of this year help you connect your heart and head so you can live more fully in the moment. You're popular and in demand over the next 10 weeks. Feel out situations before committing yourself. Give yourself permission to do what seems like fun! Profits soar in July. Relationships tighten in August. Libra and Aries adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 14, 3, 25, 31 and 17.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). There's a fine line between following the trends and being a slave to them. Insecurity could be the impetus for many a regrettable purchase. Mull it over. You're in a better frame of mind tomorrow.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). There's flirty fun just waiting to involve you. Check out what's going on at your local gym, YMCA, church or night school. You have an especially easy time getting to know new a new Aries or Leo.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Organization is important. Return phone calls at your leisure; nothing is pressing enough to interrupt your time for dreaming and planning. Join the real world only when you're good and ready.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). It's natural to get hung up on the details. Stay easygoing and you'll easily get untangled from the prickly points that really don't matter. Tonight, a few key words from the lips of a loved one require further explanation.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your inner navigation system points you in the direction of stellar bargains. Be on the lookout for the deal to end all deals. There are treasures out there just waiting for you to possess them.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your body needs rest and your mind needs exercise. So think your way out of having to physically work to make your money. You're the idea-person of the zodiac now, so this shouldn't be difficult.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Friends have so many wonderful opinions! None of which you'll care to follow — it's all about doing your own thing. Pardon those who mistakenly take your independence as a personal slight.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I'm a Sagittarius, and now that Pluto's left my sign (and given me a new lease on life!), I'm looking to cook up a new love strategy. Do you have any advice?"

Being able to capture the heart and imagination of a desirable partner is often a matter of timing. And your sexiest quality is just that — a fabulous knack for putting your finger on the "it" moment. With lucky Jupiter as your guiding planet, you often find yourself standing next to the right person and wearing the right outfit. Here's a Sagittarius-proof strategy from my new book, "Rock Your Stars: Your Astrological Guide to Getting it All": Take advantage of opportunity! What use is good luck if you don't follow through? For instance, when you hit it off with new people, be the first to call and establish the relationship beyond the original circumstance that brought you together. Channel your fiery passion into mundane tasks. You never know whom you'll run into while washing the car or going on a daily jog. Let your inklings lead the way. The point where curiosity meets intuition usually has the potential to begin a mission. And you are sexiest when on a mission.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Pisces William H. Macy is a vast mystery. An everyman or a formidable force, it's hard to know just exactly who a Pisces is from moment to moment. Their "is" is constantly shifting. Yet, with Saturn in Virgo opposing his Pisces sun, William H. Macy is perpetually asked to define himself to the world. By so doing, he breaks the mold of the one he was asked to become — for the one he is.

Holiday Mathis is the author of "Rock Your Stars." If you would like to write to her, please go to www.creators.com and click on "Write the Author" on the Holiday Mathis page, or you may send her a postcard in the mail. To find out more about Holiday Mathis and read her past columns, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.

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