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18 MIDWEEK APRIL 5, 2023
RELEASE DATE—Sunday, April 2, 2023 RELEASE DATE—Sunday, April 2, 2023
Our flirtation with people, things and places ramps up into overdrive this week. Who (or what) catches your eye? Oh, behave!
ARIES (MARCH21-APRIL20)
What a charmer you are now, Aries! Anything you say seems to be sprin- kled with sugar and sincerity. How will you best manifest this special gift from the cosmos? Perhaps you can use it to charm those whose influence, power and knowledge you need. Be kind. Be diplomatic and see where all of this effort can lead you.
TAURUS (APRIL 21-MAY 21)
There are some very creative ways that you can approach any strict and overwhelming money issues now, Taurus. Find time to concentrate and allow your mind to wander and approach fiscal problems from various angles to see what can work best for you. What you discover now might lead to better plans for the future.
GEMINI (MAY22-JUNE21)
Not only are you especially charismatic, Gemini, but you also have the ability to gain entrance into rarified and high-status circles. Influencers love what they see in you and are willing to help you out in a variety of ways. See what is most important to you and who can connect you to greater achievements. There is no top limit.
CANCER (JUNE22-JULY23)
So much of the cosmos is working in your favor that you may not quite realize it, Cancer. Things appear to be going along much more easily, and opportunities to gain in a variety of life areas appear closer than ever. The secret to your ultimate success, though, will be to be able to balance your good fortune with charity to others.
LEO (JULY24-AUGUST23)
Gather your friends closely, Leo. There are times when these connections will be especially valuable and life affirming. Also consider expanding your sphere of friendships by joining new groups and associations. You never know who will figure prominently in your future. The more the merrier in your social calendar.
VIRGO (AUGUST24-SEPTEMBER23)
Whatever long-term plans you envision, Virgo, expect more opportunities and choices in the near future. The road expands in front of you, and your ability to creatively craft successful scenarios open up even more possibil- ities for you. Don’t restrict yourself. Allow your increasing self-confidence to guide you. Success!
LIBRA (SEPTEMBER24-OCTOBER23)
Whatever sparks your mind and tickles your imagination should be pur- sued, Libra. You may have been feeling in a funk in which nothing excites you. But now, you are able to find a variety of things that not only inspire you but also get you moving in a new life direction. Find your muse and use it to amuse ... and inform.
SCORPIO (OCTOBER24-NOVEMBER22)
Scorpios are not only sexier than ever now, but they also know how to use this allure on whoever they want. Wow! The world is opening up for you with a range of love interests. Will you strengthen your current amour or seek new ones? Choose the one who deeply connects with you. This is not a time for just a light flirtation.
SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER23-DECEMBER22)
All types of relationships will have a beneficial effect on you, Sagittarius. It may be that you feel closer to some, more distant, folks. Or it can mean a deepening of a connection with those who you might already feel close to. No matter which way the fates take you, the positive impact of those around you will be vital to you now.
CAPRICORN (DECEMBER23-JANUARY20)
Any detailed or onerous work project may suddenly have a wealth of happy opportunities and an ease of completion. Chalk it up to the stars, Capricorn, and go forward so you can (finally) finish it off. You may even get a few colleagues to step in and help out. After it all, allow yourself to totally relax and destress for a job well done.
AQUARIUS (JANUARY21-FEBRUARY19)
Your imagination soars, Aquarius, as your mind fills with great, creative ideas that cannot be contained. Go with the artistic flow and see what washes up to the surface. Maybe it is a grand party. Maybe it is a vast art project. Maybe it is something beyond the borders. Your actions now can have happy and productive results.
PISCES (FEBRUARY20-MARCH20)
Whatever plans you have for your home environment can now be accomplished much more easily and with a more beautiful result. Survey your surroundings, Pisces, and see what can use a sprucing up or a total revamp. Your creativity and sense of design is now perfected and your ability to find the right design is on target.
Astrology readings and more on tinyurl.com/thestarryeye.
Los Angeles Times Sunday Crossword Puzzle Los Angeles Times Sunday Crossword Puzzle
Edited by Patti Varol and Joyce Nichols Lewis Edited by Patti Varol and Joyce Nichols Lewis
“SOUND BITES”
83 Former Fed
121 Some sheep
12 Abstract art
47 Map collection
83 Root beer
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121 Some sheep 122 Bath-loving
12 Abstract art pioneer Jean
47 Map collection 49 Brightness
83 Root beer eponym
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122 Bath-loving Muppet
pioneer Jean 13 Leak slowly
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eponym
84 Neutral tone
KLAWITTER
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123 Striped stone
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stats?
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1 Go against 1 Go against
criticism criticism
Objectives
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88 Microwave alert 88 Microwave alert
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52 Blackjack card 52 Blackjack card
9 Mesoamerican 9 Mesoamerican pyramid builders
89 Competence in 89 Competence in
theft theft
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54 Some 1980s 54 Some 1980s Chryslers Chryslers
pyramid builders 14 Cozy room
91 United 91 United
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18 Sledding spot 18 Sledding spot
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92 Not on edge 92 Not on edge 94 Scouring pad
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97 Native 97 Native
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23 Grounds crew 23 Grounds crew
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28 Wood-shaping 28 Wood-shaping
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65 Box of donuts 65 Box of donuts
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103 Capstones 103 Capstones
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103 Increase
105 One of the fam
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105 One of the fam 107 Stunning defeat
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69 Novelist Erdrich 70 Still competing 70 Still competing
110 Zipped
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short short
36 32-card game 36 32-card game
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124
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