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18 MIDWEEK MAY 25, 2022
RELEASE DATE—Sunday, May 22, 2022 RELEASE DATE—Sunday, May 22, 2022
BY MADAM LICHTENSTEIN
We may have to learn and repeat some life lessons in the next few weeks. So keep your eyes open for opportunities to gain ground but don’t be surprised if it takes you a little longer than expected.
GEMINI (MAY22-JUNE21)
Geminis want to expand their horizons and get out of their boring routines but how can you best do that? What really interests you? What sparks your imagination and interest? These are questions that may be hard to answer now. Give everything a bit more time and see what transpires naturally. You never know where life can lead.
CANCER (JUNE22-JULY23)
As sexy as you may feel now, this might be a good time to carefully consider your romantic options, Cancer. Too much of a good thing can lead you into areas that are more dead ends. See what and who charges you up. For now, your best move is cool, calm and collected. There will be enough time to fire up in a few weeks.
LEO (JULY24-AUGUST23)
Relationships may go from hot to cold to hot again. What can a Leo do to moderate the mood when others feel so intense and strong? Try to be the diplomatic negotiator and find ways of making your partner or others in any type of relationship feel needed and listened to.
VIRGO (AUGUST24-SEPTEMBER23)
Heath is an important consideration for you now, Virgo. So if you are plan- ning any major changes in your diet or exercise, plan it especially carefully now and monitor your progress as you go along. Sometimes it is better to ask advice from experts and sometimes it is better to go with your gut. You will know which is best for you.
LIBRA (SEPTEMBER24-OCTOBER23)
If you find that your creativity hits a brick wall, it is nothing to worry about, Libra. Sometimes we need to pause in our activities in order to take a breath and survey the landscape for progress and challenges. This is your pause time and one that can prove to be ultimately very satisfying. So relax and take a break. Inspiration soon arrives.
SCORPIO (OCTOBER24-NOVEMBER22)
Family matters become more important, Scorpio. Those with whom you have lost touch suddenly reach out. If this causes extra stress, that is not
a bad thing. Fixing old connections enables you to finally de-stress about certain familial relationships. Before you know it, not only will all reach an accord, everyone will feel pretty good about it.
SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER23-DECEMBER22)
Whatever you say, Sagittarius, be sure you think about it very carefully first. There could be a tendency for you to blurt out something that, while it is sincere and from the heart, it may not be especially diplomatic and could be hard for others to accept. Charming them will have a much more profound impact. Try it and see where it can lead.
CAPRICORN (DECEMBER23-JANUARY20)
Money may ebb and flow for you now, Capricorn. In fact it could ebb more than flow. Don’t waste your hard earned dough on emotional purchases. Find ways to consolidate and carefully manage your finances. At the same time, don’t let money stress you out. Slow and careful will get you to where you want and need to go.
AQUARIUS (JANUARY21-FEBRUARY19)
There are so many things that you want to accomplish, Aquarius, but the fates seem to drag the timing out. Allow yourself time to carefully plan but don’t be surprised if things take much longer than you expect or desire. Those who you need to meet and who can help you may not be available when you need them. Breathe and chill.
PISCES (FEBRUARY20-MARCH20)
Secrets that you might want to continue to keep hidden may find a way
of leaking out. But this isn’t something you need to worry about, Pisces. In fact, some secrets have been obstacles for you. So allow yourself the time to let the cosmos do its thing. Once the dust settles, you may find yourself in a much stronger position.
ARIES (MARCH21-APRIL20)
Whatever has been irritating you about certain friends will become a little more evident now, Aries. That is because your patience may be tested once too often. But this is also a great time to reassess certain relationships to see if they are giving you all you need. A readjustment may be just what is needed for you to feel better.
TAURUS (APRIL 21-MAY 21)
Obstacles in your career path could reach a point where you feel the need to make a move, Taurus. But plan your path carefully and consider all of your options before you make a big decision. There are events that are coming up that could give you more information and strategy.
For entertainment purposes only. Astrology readings on tinyurl.com/thestarryeye.
Los Angeles Times Sunday Crossword Puzzle Los Angeles Times Sunday Crossword Puzzle
Edited by Patti Varol and Joyce Nichols Lewis Answers are in the classifieds Edited by Patti Varol and Joyce Nichols Lewis
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