Feb 15, 2002 (Jan 20, 2002 to Mar 18, 2002) Nep Qucnx Ven

     Disappointments with friends, lovers, or people in general
are likely. You are hypersensitive and need much affection,
tenderness, and love, but are not actively asking for it.
Others' callousness, clumsiness, or heartlessness affect you
more than usual, and you are rather unrealistic in your hopes
and expectations of them. You may also be overly adaptable and
accommodating in your relationships at this time, enabling
others to continue in their bad habits or to take advantage of
your unconditional support. Avoid creating relationships based
on mutual weakness and dependency or, worse, on deception and
hiding. Scandalous behavior which you more or less passively
allow to happen should be guarded against.

     On a health note, your hormones are apt to be fluctuating;
glandular problems are possible. See a health professional if
you suspect this. Otherwise, protect your health by being
balanced and discreet in romantic and sexual matters.

Feb 22, 2002 (Feb 21, 2002 to Feb 24, 2002) Mars Trine Moon

     Your feelings run hot now, and you are more likely to act on
instinct, emotion, and impulse rather than reason. Your
responses to life are passionate and also more natural,
childlike, and direct. High-spirited physical play, lovemaking,
or any activity that really involves you emotionally, such as a
rock concert or a rousing football game, will be very gratifying
to you now.

Feb 22, 2002 (Feb 21, 2002 to Feb 24, 2002) Mars Sqr Merc

     Verbal battles, disputes, and heated debates are very likely
at this time because you speak your mind without much
forethought, tact, or consideration of consequences. Right now
you will say the things you usually only think, especially to
people you disagree with. Also, you are quite impatient and
easily frustrated and are inclined to move about too quickly and
abruptly, which can cause accidents. Unless you slow your pace
down a bit, this time period can be quite a headache.

Feb 24, 2002 (Feb 6, 2002 to Mar 14, 2002) Ura Qucnx Merc

     Your nervous system is sensitized now, and you may find
yourself feeling jittery and over-stimulated. Caffeine or other
stimulants may need to be reduced or eliminated, and times of
quiet, with no input from electric or mechanical devices,
television, radio, cars, etc., would be beneficial.

     You are apt to have sudden intuitions and erratic bursts of
insight and get excited over ideas and concepts which present
themselves to you. However, you need to avoid jumping to
conclusions or acting too quickly on ideas without adequately
considering or testing them. Speed is a trap for you now. If you
slow your pace and do not get too tense or ungrounded, at least
a few of the concepts or intuitions are apt to be fruitful.
Insomnia can be a bit of a problem now too.

Mar 2, 2002 (Feb 13, 2002 to Mar 21, 2002) Ura Qucnx Nep

     Sudden revelations, altered states of consciousness,
awakenings, or bursts of spiritual enthusiasm and inspiration
are indicated now. You may feel overly sensitized to your
environment, unusually discontented with the mundane aspects of
your life, or just plain confused at times. You feel as if you
are in transition, yet the changes are elusive. Avoid
mind-altering or mood-altering substances now; they can further
imbalance you. Also, you tend towards extremes in spiritual
matters at present. Cultivate a sense of balance and
proportion.

Mar 7, 2002 (Mar 5, 2002 to Mar 8, 2002) Mars Sqr Plu

     Your drive for personal power, achievement, or control over
your life is very strong at this time. The tyrant in you
emerges, and you can be excessively willful, domineering, or
compulsive about doing what you want to. You battle anyone or
anything that is an obstacle to your individual freedom of
action, and ego conflicts or a furious power struggle may ensue.
Also, you can be unmerciful with yourself and your own
weaknesses. You are likely to push yourself much too hard.

Mar 14, 2002 (Mar 12, 2002 to Mar 15, 2002) Mars Trine Ven

     Right now you are more magnetic and sexually attractive, and
your love life is likely to be both harmonious and satisfying.
You experience a positive flow of warmth and friendliness
between yourself and others, and you are stimulated and
energized by your casual interactions with others of the
opposite sex. Creative and artistic efforts also flourish at
this time.

Mar 15, 2002 (Mar 14, 2002 to Mar 17, 2002) Mars Oppos Asc

     Your relationships have a very competitive, aggressive
quality at this time, and conflicts over power and dominance may
erupt. You won't compromise yourself to please anyone. Disputes
in your marriage or other close partnerships are likely. On the
other hand, you may begin a relationship now, boldly taking the
initiative to pursue someone you want to be with. You will come
on strong to this person, but he or she might just love it!

Mar 17, 2002 (Jan 30, 2002 to Mar 31, 2002) Jup Conj Mars/Nep

     You can be inspired to fight for an ideal or make a dream
come true. This is a time of imagination and the spirit of
adventure. You can be like Don Quixote off to fight the
windmills. Make sure that your targets and goals are worthy of
the energy you bring to them now. You can easily feel foolish
if you don't aim carefully.

Mar 23, 2002 (Mar 22, 2002 to Mar 25, 2002)Mars Conj Mars/Jup

     You have an incredible amount of energy and enthusiasm. You
need to move your body, go on an adventure, and take on new
risks. This is a good time to launch a new enterprise as you
have the energy and the vision to make new projects work.

March 18 - 22, 2002
     Stewart is nominated and later approved as a member of the New York Stock Exchange board, to serve a two-year term.

Mar 21, 2002 (Feb 18, 2002 to Aug 14, 2002) Nep Sqr Asc

     Some adjustments in the way you express yourself and treat
others are required now. Others may complain that you are not
sincere with them, or that you are too domineering or passive or
unfair in some respect. You may also find yourself feeling the
need to approach others about the way they express themselves
and treat others. This is the time to evaluate whether you are
guilty of any hypocrisies, insincerities, or laxness in
expressing the ideals and beliefs that are important to you. You
may find yourself feeling disappointed in others or losing
confidence in yourself but do not allow yourself to wallow in
self-pity and negative feelings. Instead, try to see clearly
where changes are needed and make them. You can find ways to be
more sympathetic, understanding, and honest now and break old
habits of indifference and negligence to others.

     Note that the precise timing of this astrological influence
is very dependent on the exact birth time, so the dates given
are accurate only if your birth time is very accurate.

Mar 28, 2002 (Mar 26, 2002 to Mar 29, 2002) Mars Sqr MC

     At this time your efforts to get ahead and advance your own
interests are likely to be met with resistance or animosity. You
seem overeager, pushy, inconsiderate, or too narrowly focused on
your own objectives, so that you alienate the people who could
help you. Try to do as much as you can on your own without
trying to force others to agree with you or join you.

Mar 29, 2002 (Mar 16, 2002 to Apr 9, 2002) Sat Qucnx Asc

     You find yourself pulling away from people at this time
and, even if you tell yourself you want to form or maintain a
close relationship, you have some difficulty doing so. It is
hard to put your best foot forward right now; all of your flaws
or insecurities seem right at the surface.

     On another level, you may feel something or someone in your
environment is blocking, interfering, delaying, or pressuring
you in ways that are difficult to address or rectify at the
present moment. Patience, steadiness, perseverance, and
forbearance may well be the only way to meet these challenges.

     Try to avoid a negative, pessimistic, or self-pitying
attitude, too. If you cannot maintain a positive momentum, at
least have the grace not to blame other people or yourself.
Whatever frustrations occur can help you define or redefine
things in your life, especially in your relations with others.

     Note that the precise timing of this astrological influence
is very dependent on the exact birth time, so the dates given
are accurate only if your birth time is very accurate.

Mar 31, 2002 (Mar 11, 2002 to Apr 27, 2002) Ura Sqr Sat

     This is a difficult time period. Many things simply refuse
to go the way you planned them. Things have a way of running
their own course, regardless of your plans or intentions.
Disturbances, annoyances, and interruptions make it difficult
for you to stick to your schedule. Life can easily become hectic
and disorganized. Unexpected company may arrive at your home, or
your neighbor may decide to play his stereo loudly while you are
trying to relax and rest. Little things that interfere with your
efforts are very irritating to you now.

     One important piece of advice to help things run more
smoothly is simply to allow yourself to experiment with new
patterns and routines in your life at this time. This is not a
good time to steadfastly pursue disciplines. Now is the time to
allow yourself to temporarily break out of your familiar molds
and experiment with some new ones. It won't kill you to break
your deeply ingrained habits or schedules for a while; in fact,
it can be quite good for you in the long run. If you stubbornly
resist adapting to changes of pace and style, you will feel very
tense and stressed. You need not throw out the things that are
important to you, and you may be overly concerned that stability
and security will never return if you let things go now, but you
must have trust in your ability to break the normal routine a
little, and return to a normal routine later. By loosening your
grip on your habits, you can bring in new inspiration and
insight. This is easier said than done, however, and during this
time period you must carefully try to be flexible and adaptable,
while not becoming so disorganized that you lose sight of your
commitments and goals.

May 3, 2002 (Mar 11, 2002 to July 19, 2002) Nep Oppos Sun

     Even if you are normally very practical, pragmatic, and
down-to-earth, you will find yourself acting on faith now. You
may find yourself buying a lottery ticket for the first time in
your life because you feel like you really can win, or you may
speculate on a venture because you believe it might come true.
Unfortunately, you are likely to be very disappointed! Your
imagination is very active and you want to see a miracle in your
life, but unfortunately you tend to project your fantasies on
other people and situations and consequently do not see them
clearly at all. You can easily be deceived or misled, especially
when you act without first clearly investigating the details. At
this time you must be very careful about people that you do
business with or who provide you with information, because there
is a tendency for confusions or deceptions to occur.

     This time period favors the exploration of imaginative,
intuitive, spiritual, and psychic areas. Fantasy, fairy tales,
movies, art, and music are appealing now. Books, workshops, and
lectures on spiritual or metaphysical subjects also appeal to
you. Even if these subjects usually do not interest you, this is
a wonderful time to investigate these areas. However, be careful
about forming a philosophy or making major decisions based on
these new insights because your ability to formulate realistic
and sound judgments and decisions is poor. This is the time to
open up and expand your sensitivity; wait for a later time to
make decisions as to how to incorporate this sensitivity,
imagination, and inspiration into your life.

     Maintain good health habits and diet and avoid unusual
changes in diet or stressful conditions for your body, as your
body is more sensitive than usual now.

June 6, 2002
     A congressional investigation of Stewart's sale of nearly 4,000 shares of ImClone stock is first reported.

June 12, 2002
     A letter from Stewart's lawyer to the House Energy and Commerce Committee says she had no inside knowledge about any actions the FDA was taking about ImClone.

June 25, 2002
     Stewart makes her first public comments about the ImClone scandal during her weekly segment on CBS News' The Early Show. She predicts that the investigation of her stock dealings will be resolved and "I will be exonerated of any ridiculousness."

May 11, 2002 (May 3, 2002 to May 19, 2002) Sat Conj Jup

     Reorganizing priorities and re-evaluating goals,
objectives, and aspirations are key issues now. You are likely
to encounter some obstacles to your goals that cause you to
question your overall direction in life and how you can better
reach your goals. This is a time when you formulate a new
"strategy" or at least a major modification to your current
plan. This is a time when college students change their majors,
people in the business world seek new markets for their product
or change their product line, and scientists decide to try a new
experimental design, research method, or technique. In one way
or another, you see the limits of your current approach and you
make changes in it now.

     There is a particular emphasis on removing whatever is
superfluous or wasteful. You are an efficiency expert at this
time, reorganizing your business, daily routine, and structure
so that productivity is increased.

     The areas of your life that are affected also include
personal issues. You question the value of religious and
spiritual ideals or the importance of your worldly and financial
goals, and you are very critical of your own accomplishments and
aspirations. Fortunately, these concerns are not likely to
become emotionally charged, and you probably will not become
distraught or emotionally depressed. You will, however, search
for deeper meaning and a greater level of sincerity and purpose
in your life. You may decide to concentrate more on
service-oriented goals rather than on more personally rewarding
or selfish goals, which is a positive potential of this
astrological influence.

June 6, 2002 (June 4, 2002 to June 8, 2002)Mars Conj Mars/Nep

     This is a time for escapist activities. This means that you
may not be very practical now, wasting energy, putting out
effort in ways or in areas where there is little practical
return. You may want to act like a hero today, but try not to
be a martyr and don't expend all your resources.

June 6, 2002
     A congressional investigation of Stewart's sale of nearly 4,000 shares of ImClone stock is first reported. Stewart shed the shares about six months before, a day before the FDA announced it would not consider the biotech firm's experimental cancer drug. Stewart says she had previously agreed with her broker to sell the shares if they dipped below $60, and did not engage in insider trading.

July 6, 2002 (July 4, 2002 to July 7, 2002) Mars Qucnx Moon

     Domestic disputes caused by interference from outside
agents are indicated. For example, you may be bringing work home
with you and then unconsciously venting your hidden resentments
and frustrations on innocent people.

     You are subject to fevers or infections now, fueled in part
by emotional irritability. Letting off steam in whatever
nondestructive ways you know would be very beneficial.

July 6, 2002 (July 4, 2002 to July 7, 2002) Mars Conj Merc

     This is not the best time to schedule any activity that
calls for tact, diplomacy, or caution, as you are inclined to be
extremely straightforward, direct, and to the point in all of
your interactions. You say exactly what you think, and in fact
are even inclined to be verbally aggressive, pushy, or perhaps
sarcastic. Your mind is very sharp now, so this is a good time
to "attack" intellectual or mental work.

June 8, 2002 (June 4, 2002 to June 13, 2002) Jup Conj Ven/Sat

     You can meet social obligations with dignity and skill.
This is a time when you can understand how to accept certain
limitations in relationships. You can learn to not take things
so personally and to be able to understand the limits and fears
of others. This can be a time when some of your own doubts are
quieted due to your new understanding of who you are in
relationships.

July 11, 2002 (July 7, 2002 to July 16, 2002) Jup Conj Merc

     You can see things from a broader perspective than usual at
this time. You can see the big picture clearly, and you better
appreciate how your personal activities, interests, and goals
fit into the needs of society as a whole. Consequently, you see
ways that you can expand your career goals and avail yourself of
opportunities and resources that you have been neglecting or
overlooking. You are likely to make long-distance phone calls
and write letters to distant places in your pursuit of a grander
vision for yourself. These contacts are likely to prove
successful.

     This is also a good time to travel or further your education
in some way. Foreign cultures appeal to you now also. You would
be wise to use the new experiences and ideas that come to you
now as material to mold new plans and goals for yourself.

     The only negative tendencies are having an exaggerated,
overly optimistic assessment of a plan or project, ignoring
important details, and underestimating the amount of time and
energy that is needed to reach a goal.

June 12, 2002
     A letter from Stewart's lawyer to the House Energy and Commerce Committee says she had no inside knowledge about any actions the FDA was taking about ImClone.

June 22, 2002 (June 20, 2002 to June 24, 2002) Mars Sqr Mars

     At this time you must guard against being too aggressive,
coming on too strong, or trying to force your own will and
thereby arousing hostility in others. Also, frustrated desires
and obstacles to achieving your aims can evoke enormous anger in
you, and you may do something rash and regrettable. Conflicts
and confrontations may be unavoidable, but do try to avoid
situations which you know will provoke or irritate you. Working
alone is best at this time.

June 25, 2002
     Stewart makes her first public comments about the ImClone scandal during her weekly segment on CBS News' The Early Show. She predicts that the investigation of her stock dealings will be resolved and "I will be exonerated of any ridiculousness."

July 13, 2002 (July 9, 2002 to July 18, 2002) Jup Sxtil Nep

     You are able to share ideals and spiritual concerns with
others in a very satisfying way at this time. If there is
someone that you feel does not understand "where you are coming
from", you may find that you are now able to effectively
communicate whatever lofty, idealistic, or abstract ideas that
are important to you. In doing this, you also become clearer
about your own ideals and better understand those of others as
well.

     This is also a good time to relax and enjoy a good movie or
other entertainment or take a trip to a beautiful, unusual, or
inspiring place.

July 19, 2002 (July 18, 2002 to July 21, 2002) Mars Conj Plu

     At this time you can become obsessed about getting rid of
something, and you could undertake major revisions and changes
-a complete overhaul in some area of your life. You are forceful
and can drive yourself too hard and overtax your physical and
emotional reserves. Though you may have the best of intentions,
you tend to act very compulsively, working furiously toward some
goal which you may not even be completely aware of. Your secret
need for power or control emerges now, and power struggles are
very possible.

July 29, 2002 (July 27, 2002 to July 30, 2002) Mars Sqr Asc

     Irritations, conflicts with the people you relate to on a
daily basis, and a generalized feeling of impatience or edginess
characterize this period. Because you are not feeling very
obliging or compromising, this is not a good time to try to come
to an agreement with another. However, you need to get your
grievances out in the open; otherwise the tension builds up to
an unmanageable level.

Aug. 6, 2002
     A request for additional documents from Stewart, including e-mails and records from her business manager, comes in a letter from the House committee. She's also asked to appear for an interview. Stewart has said such a meeting would be premature.

Aug 6, 2002 (July 27, 2002 to Aug 16, 2002) Sat Oppos Moon

     The responsibilities and demands of family members may seem
overwhelming at this time. You may feel that others are
unreasonable in their demands, and that they do not appreciate
all that you do for them. This is probably true but you are also
very sensitive to criticism at this time, and the extra demands
that are placed on you are stressful and can cause you to easily
become annoyed and despondent.

     Balancing career and domestic needs is difficult now. You
may decide to cut down on your working hours so you can devote
more time to family, or you may make a decision to not have more
children so that family demands can be kept in balance.

     You are likely to feel that others do not really understand
you, and that they are inflexible and uncompromising. However,
the demands that they make on you arise because this is a time
when you must give a little more and take care of past
negligence. A large amount of sacrifice and selfless dedication
to family responsibilities is needed at this time and, if you
are unwilling to do it, a major crisis in your close
relationships is likely to erupt. Even if you do your best,
difficult adjustments in home life and close relationships are
likely at this time.

Aug 8, 2002 (July 10, 2002 to Sep 3, 2002) Ura Sqr Sat

     This is a difficult time period. Many things simply refuse
to go the way you planned them. Things have a way of running
their own course, regardless of your plans or intentions.
Disturbances, annoyances, and interruptions make it difficult
for you to stick to your schedule. Life can easily become hectic
and disorganized. Unexpected company may arrive at your home, or
your neighbor may decide to play his stereo loudly while you are
trying to relax and rest. Little things that interfere with your
efforts are very irritating to you now. For example, you may be
on a diet and find yourself in a situation where you feel
obligated to indulge in high-calorie foods.

Aug 9, 2002 (July 31, 2002 to Aug 20, 2002) Sat Sqr Nep

     This is a very trying time when doubt is cast on your most
cherished ideals and lofty dreams. If you are a religious
person, you may have the sobering realization of inconsistencies
in your spiritual philosophy or hypocrisies within the church.
Doubts about your spiritual path can bring you to a crisis and a
crossroads in your thinking and attitude towards life. If you
have not been taking a strong interest in metaphysical or
spiritual areas, you may have a crisis regarding charitable
activities or social and political ideals. Additionally, it is
common for this astrological influence to bring about a general
feeling of discontent with life, lack of motivation and energy,
or negative attitudes and moods, without any apparent cause.

     Negative feelings and low energy now can lead you to poor
health habits such as getting insufficient exercise, eating junk
food, smoking, or drinking to excess. Fight off these negative
tendencies by taking a more active interest in spiritual,
religious, idealistic, and charitable activities. For some
people, a wonderful antidote for these negative tendencies is
helping others with the same problem. For example, you can help
people with alcohol-related problems rather than drink alcohol
yourself or help drug users rather than take drugs yourself!

     You are more susceptible to colds and other illnesses now,
so try to maintain good health habits.

Aug 17, 2002 (July 11, 2002 to Jan 17, 2003) Nep Qucnx Ven

     Disappointments with friends, lovers, or people in general
are likely. You are hypersensitive and need much affection,
tenderness, and love, but are not actively asking for it.
Others' callousness, clumsiness, or heartlessness affect you
more than usual, and you are rather unrealistic in your hopes
and expectations of them. You may also be overly adaptable and
accommodating in your relationships at this time, enabling
others to continue in their bad habits or to take advantage of
your unconditional support. Avoid creating relationships based
on mutual weakness and dependency or, worse, on deception and
hiding. Scandalous behavior which you more or less passively
allow to happen should be guarded against.

     On a health note, your hormones are apt to be fluctuating;
glandular problems are possible. See a health professional if
you suspect this. Otherwise, protect your health by being
balanced and discreet in romantic and sexual matters.

Aug 24, 2002 (June 24, 2002 to Oct 24, 2002) plu oppos jup

     The need to expand your horizons and break free from the
limitations of your present life style is the major theme during
this time period. At this point in your life your current
situation seems too restrictive and confining. You feel hemmed
in by surroundings and people that are too simplistic, narrowly
focused, and petty. You feel like a big fish in small pond. Your
job, circle of friends, neighborhood, almost every aspect of
your life seems confining and limiting. Your obligations, debts,
and responsibilities prey upon you, and you desperately want
greater freedom.

     You are also less cautious, more adventurous, confident,
and willing to spread your wings to explore new possibilities.
This shift in attitude is also accompanied by adopting a much
more liberal, perhaps extravagant and less ethical, approach to
life. You are more willing to borrow money and spend savings in
order to have the things you feel are necessary to enjoy a life
of greater prosperity and freedom. You also travel a lot now and
mix more easily with people of different social, religious, and
ethnic backgrounds. You are much less provincial in your
approach to life. You are also likely to attend parties and
other social gatherings where you mix with people of a higher
economic strata or higher educational level than your usual
circle of friends.

     Your view of life is expanded and your image of yourself is
broadened. You now see yourself becoming a part of a much larger
sphere of activity, and becoming integrated into a more
prosperous, liberal, expansive circle of people.

     Overall this is a very positive time period. The changes in
your attitude are just as important as the external changes. You
drop many of the "I can't" attitudes that have previously
limited your potential for growth. The only negative tendencies
to be wary of are the tendencies to be a bit pompous, haughty,
and arrogant towards people whose lives are simpler and whose
goals are less grand or less glamorous than yours.

Aug 25, 2002 (Aug 23, 2002 to Aug 26, 2002) Mars Sqr Sat

     This is likely to be a time of considerable frustration and
discouragement for you. You are unusually sensitive to criticism
of your efforts and to the limitations and restraints that your
responsibilities entail. Fighting with authority figures or
lashing out at others who restrict you in any way is a strong
possibility. A sense of struggle or of being overwhelmed by
obstacles and blockages is likely to characterize this period.
Be patient and don't demand too much of yourself at this time.
Work quietly and steadily and rely only on your own resources.

Aug 29, 2002 (Aug 27, 2002 to Aug 30, 2002) Mars Sqr Ura

     Rebelliousness, recklessness, impatience, a sudden burst of
anger or your need to break free from rules and restrictions may
create a lot of disruption in your life right now. Also, you
can't seem to settle down or focus on one task for any length of
time. Though you are unusually energetic, it is hard for you to
get anything done. You tend to fly off the handle and to scatter
your forces. You are happiest now when you do something creative
and daring, and that doesn't require cooperating or conforming
to others' wishes and needs.

Sep 20, 2002 (Sep 14, 2002 to Sep 25, 2002) Jup Sqr Asc

     Someone is likely to offer you a very promising opportunity
at this time, or you may have an offer for someone else that you
think will be mutually beneficial. The offer seems like a "deal"
that can lead to tremendous growth and success, and yet you
wonder if it is too good to be true. Because there are risks
involved, it is impossible to know whether the offer will work
out well, and you consequently are likely to feel uncertain what
to do. In truth, there is definitely the potential for opening
up new avenues for success and fulfillment, but there is also a
tendency to overshoot the mark due to overoptimism and a
willingness to gamble and speculate. The best course is usually
to proceed with some kind of plan, but to thoroughly investigate
all details as much as possible and to avoid wild speculation.

     Note that the precise timing of this astrological influence
is very dependent on the exact birth time, so the dates given
are accurate only if your birth time is very accurate.

Oct. 2, 2002
     Faneuil pleads guilty to a misdemeanor charge of receiving money and other valuables for keeping quiet about Stewart's sale of ImClone Systems Inc. shares last December. In exchange for stonewalling probers, Faneuil was offered an extra week of vacation and a free airline ticket and was given an increase in his commission rate, court papers said.

Oct. 3, 2002
     Stewart resigns from the board of directors of the New York Stock Exchange

Oct 8, 2002 (Oct 5, 2002 to Oct 9, 2002) Mars Sqr Moon

     At this time you are prone to irritability, temper tantrums,
and flying off the handle for slim reasons. You are also
impatient and inclined to rush unnecessarily, which can cause
accidents or bruised feelings on the part of the people you live
with or work closely with. You are in a fighting mood and stand
up for your rights more readily than usual, but beware of the
tendency to be abrasive and insensitive.

Oct 8, 2002 (Oct 7, 2002 to Oct 10, 2002) Mars Conj Nep

     You have strange desires, impulses, and feelings which are
difficult to describe or understand. Your usual daily pursuits
seem drab, meaningless, or curiously unsatisfying, so that it
may be difficult to motivate yourself and focus on your work. On
the other hand, you can get very fired up about something out of
the ordinary, an ideal or dream, or fantasy that you usually
consider too impractical to actually do anything about. Your
imagination is very active. Artistic, creative work which
expresses a visionary, whimsical, or fantastic quality is very
fulfilling to you at this time.

Oct. 15, 2002
     The ImClone insider trading scandal results in a guilty plea from ex-CEO Sam Waksal to charges of bank fraud and conspiracy. It is unclear whether information regarding the Martha Stewart investigation was offered as part of his plea. He tells the court that, "I am aware that my conduct, while I was in possession of material non-public information, was wrong."

Oct 20, 2002 (Sep 14, 2002 to Nov 24, 2002) nep oppos sun/plu

     It is possible that you can feel exploited by others more
powerful (or unfair) than yourself. You need to rouse yourself
to action, but you may feel too weak to do so. It is a time to
forgive yourself for having desires, so that you can have the
power to fulfill your needs. Let go of images of cruel fathers,
manipulative bosses and the like and understand that power
should be given to those with compassion, idealism and
forgiveness in their hearts.

Oct 22, 2002
     SEC to File Charges Against Martha Stewart

Nov 8, 2002 (Oct 3, 2002 to Dec 5, 2002) Plu Trine Mars

     Your vitality and energy level are at a high point. You are
in an ambitious and dynamic phase of your life. Your
recuperative powers are excellent and your health is robust.
Many people are inspired to build up their physical strength
during this astrological influence, and this is a good idea. You
can develop greater endurance and vitality now which will
rejuvenate your body. You can create new health habits that can
extend beyond the time period of this astrological influence.

     Progress in your work and career should be very solid now.
The increased energy and ambitiousness helps you to tackle tasks
with enthusiasm. This is a good time to focus on nitty-gritty
work. You are willing to undergo training or make laborious
efforts with relatively little trouble, and you find demanding
work more enjoyable than usual. This is a good time to remove
limitations, restrictions, and barriers in your work. You can
reform or reorganize your work situation so that you can
accomplish more and focus on the things that you really want to
do. Minor chores and problems do not bother you now; for
example, rather than grumbling about needing to mow the lawn,
you enjoy the work.

     At this time you also have definite instinctive feelings
about what you want to accomplish. You are driven by deep inner
sensitivities more than by logic and reason. You may, for
example, just "feel" like you would like to build an extension
on your home, grow a garden, apply yourself to some aspect of
your profession, etc., without logically being able to explain
why you feel so strongly about this now. Follow your instincts
because they are usually right.

     This is an especially good time for physical work, outdoor
activities, and competitive sports. The more primitive "animal"
side of you needs expression; camping or intensive experiences
like deep-sea diving are very rewarding and enjoyable now.

Nov 10, 2002 (Nov 8, 2002 to Nov 11, 2002) Mars Oppos Mars

     A furious battle of wills is quite possible, for you are
fired up, impatient, aggressive, and inclined to put your own
interests and desires ahead of anything else. You may also have
to stand up for your rights against some fierce competitor.
Also, you can't sit still right now and hasty, abrupt, impulsive
action may result in accidents.

Nov 24, 2002 (Nov 21, 2002 to Nov 27, 2002)Mars/Ura Conj Moon

     Life could be feeling just a little chaotic right now.
Order is not what seems to be happening with surprises popping
up all over the place. You can feel a bit nervous, unable to
sit still or concentrate. You need some space right now in
order to break old habits and get out of the old routine.

Dec 4, 2002 (Nov 17, 2002 to Dec 21, 2002) jup conj mc

     A fortunate change of circumstances occurs in your work and
career! You may receive a promotion, a job offer, a large
contract, or salary increase. In one way or other, you step out
of a situation that had become limiting and restrictive.

     Don't wait for everything to fall in your lap. This is a
good time to investigate new avenues for growth in career, to
interview for a new job, and explore alternative solutions to
finding fulfilling and satisfying employment. You may be
surprised to hit upon something that is very good.

     The most negative tendency of this astrological influence is
to be overly optimistic and consequently overextend yourself.
For example, if you have your own business, you may invest too
much money in advertising and promotion, or you may invest in an
expansion project that exceeds available funds. This is a good
time, but do not exaggerate the possibilities and potential in
the new opportunities!

     Note that the precise timing of this astrological influence
is very dependent on the exact birth time, so the dates given
are accurate only if your birth time is very accurate.

Dec 8, 2002 (Nov 25, 2002 to Dec 20, 2002) Sat Conj Merc/Sat

     The challenge here is that information may not be flowing
quickly enough. As a matter of fact, it may not be flowing at
all. You need to be patient and proceed slowly. It is a time
to be clear and precise with your words. If you feel
frustrated, take the extra time to decide exactly what you want
to say. Sometimes this pattern can correspond with a period of
sadness and even isolation. But if you are able to focus and
study hard, this can be a terrific time to learn and work
through the details.

Dec 12, 2002 (Dec 9, 2002 to Dec 15, 2002) Mars/Plu Oppos Sat

     The pressure on you could be fairly strong right now. This
is a time to focus on the essentials, to keep your concentration
and let the rest fall by the wayside. Doing this can allow you
to accomplish some very arduous tasks.

Dec 14, 2002 (Dec 12, 2002 to Dec 15, 2002)Mars Oppos Mars/Ura

     Your energy can be a bit on the edge right now. It can be
hard to settle down and work within a system. You need the space to explore new methods, to be inventive, maybe even to let off a little steam. If you can stay grounded, you can be very inventive now.

Dec 15, 2002 (Dec 2, 2002 to Dec 27, 2002) Sat Sqr Nep

     This is a very trying time when doubt is cast on your most
cherished ideals and lofty dreams. If you are a religious person, you may have the sobering realization of inconsistencies in your spiritual philosophy or hypocrisies within the church. Doubts about your spiritual path can bring you to a crisis and a crossroads in your thinking and attitude towards life. If you have not been taking a strong interest in metaphysical or
spiritual areas, you may have a crisis regarding charitable
activities or social and political ideals. Additionally, it is
common for this astrological influence to bring about a general
feeling of discontent with life, lack of motivation and energy,
or negative attitudes and moods, without any apparent cause.

Dec 17, 2002 (Dec 15, 2002 to Dec 18, 2002) Mars Conj Asc

     You come across assertively, competitively, and
energetically now, so much so that you may arouse others'
animosity. You don't want to slow down or accommodate other
people's needs and resent it hotly if your own desires have to
take a back seat to others' will and wishes.

     This is a time for positive, decisive action on your part,
forging ahead, taking the initiative. Try not to do so in a
completely insensitive, arrogant manner as this will almost
certainly work against you.

Dec 19, 2002 (July 11, 2002 to Jan 17, 2003) Nep Qucnx Ven

     Disappointments with friends, lovers, or people in general
are likely. You are hypersensitive and need much affection,
tenderness, and love, but are not actively asking for it.
Others' callousness, clumsiness, or heartlessness affect you
more than usual, and you are rather unrealistic in your hopes
and expectations of them.

Dec 19, 2002 (Dec 7, 2002 to Jan 1, 2003) Sat Oppos Moon

     The responsibilities and demands of family members may seem
overwhelming at this time. You may feel that others are
unreasonable in their demands, and that they do not appreciate
all that you do for them. This is probably true but you are also
very sensitive to criticism at this time, and the extra demands
that are placed on you are stressful and can cause you to easily
become annoyed and despondent.

     Balancing career and domestic needs is difficult now. You
may decide to cut down on your working hours so you can devote
more time to family, or you may make a decision to not have more
children so that family demands can be kept in balance.

     You are likely to feel that others do not really understand
you, and that they are inflexible and uncompromising. However,
the demands that they make on you arise because this is a time
when you must give a little more and take care of past
negligence. A large amount of sacrifice and selfless dedication
to family responsibilities is needed at this time and, if you
are unwilling to do it, a major crisis in your close
relationships is likely to erupt. Even if you do your best,
difficult adjustments in home life and close relationships are
likely at this time.

Dec 19, 2002 (Dec 16, 2002 to Dec 22, 2002)Mars/Nep Conj Moon

     You can be feeling somewhat vulnerable now and may not have
the resources to defend yourself. You sense enemies around you
or demands that are impossible to meet. The positive side of
this cycle may be that your actions can be strongly guided (we
hope not misguided) by your dreams and intuition.

Dec 20, 2002 (Dec 17, 2002 to Dec 22, 2002)Mars/Plu Oppos Ura

     If anyone tries to get in the way of your freedom, you may
react strongly at this time. Ideally, you can use this period
to look at your original ideas and commit yourself to acting on
them and bringing them to life. Be careful not to overreact to
outside pressures.

Dec 30, 2002 (Dec 28, 2002 to Dec 31, 2002) Mars Sqr MC

     At this time your efforts to get ahead and advance your own
interests are likely to be met with resistance or animosity. You
seem overeager, pushy, inconsiderate, or too narrowly focused on
your own objectives, so that you alienate the people who could
help you. Try to do as much as you can on your own without
trying to force others to agree with you or join you.

Jan 11, 2003 (Dec 14, 2002 to Feb 17, 2003) Plu Trine MC

     This is a positive time for your career. There will
definitely be changes: you may change jobs, receive additional
training or education that will help you reach your goals, or
develop a fresh, new approach to your work. You are likely to
receive some benefits, raises, promotions, or increased stature
and recognition in your work. Perhaps just as important as these
external changes is the improvement in your attitude towards
your work. You approach your work, and life in general, with a
fresh perspective and you are able to break out of any rut that
you have been caught in. This is a time when you can tap hidden
talents within yourself, and start yourself on a new course. If
you are involved in the arts, you will probably develop a very
new style at this time. If you are involved in the business
world, you may develop a new strategy and outlook on your
business.

     Note that the precise timing of this astrological influence
is very dependent on the exact birth time, so the dates given
are accurate only if your birth time is very accurate.

Jan 19, 2003 (Dec 22, 2002 to Feb 15, 2003) Nep Sqr Asc

     Some adjustments in the way you express yourself and treat
others are required now. Others may complain that you are not
sincere with them, or that you are too domineering or passive or
unfair in some respect. You may also find yourself feeling the
need to approach others about the way they express themselves
and treat others. This is the time to evaluate whether you are
guilty of any hypocrisies, insincerities, or laxness in
expressing the ideals and beliefs that are important to you. You
may find yourself feeling disappointed in others or losing
confidence in yourself but do not allow yourself to wallow in
self-pity and negative feelings. Instead, try to see clearly
where changes are needed and make them. You can find ways to be
more sympathetic, understanding, and honest now and break old
habits of indifference and negligence to others.

     Note that the precise timing of this astrological influence
is very dependent on the exact birth time, so the dates given
are accurate only if your birth time is very accurate.

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