Hey, if I use this discount motor oil on my toothbrush, I can save on toothpaste! And it’ll make a great skin moisturizer! Man, I’m full of really big ideas today! Not sure how practical they are… but they’re really big ideas nonetheless! And I’m saving money! Come on over for dinner, I’m making motor oil and unused coupon soup!

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In the natal astrological chart, Venus and Mars are the “go to” planets of love and relationship. More than almost any other signature in the chart, these planets (and their aspects and house placements), give clues as to how you like to “do love” (Venus) and “do sex” (Mars). They represent the internal feminine and masculine, giving valuable information about how you like to love and be loved (Venus) and what makes you passionate, lusty and turned on (Mars). In a woman’s chart, Venus can give indications as to how she relates to her own femininity and sense of herself as a woman. Mars in a woman’s chart tells how she expresses her masculine energy, and also indicates what she may project onto the men in her life. Mars in a woman’s chart also can describe what she is attracted to in a man. In a man’s chart, Mars describes what makes him feel “manly,” and gives clues as to how he personally expresses his own inner masculine energy. Venus in a man’s chart indicates the feminine qualities a man may project onto a woman, what he’s looking for in the women he relates to, and also describes his relationship with his own inner feminine side.

Venus in Capricorn and Mars in Taurus are like two happy gnomes, diligently working away together to create a stable and secure foundation for their life together. Their combined earthy nature finds them enjoying all the fruits of the material realm, including eating, shopping and sex. As a couple, they are grounded and practical, with an eye towards long-term goals and sustainability.

Venus in Capricorn is not the type to be swept off her feet by romantic gestures and impulsive actions. Instead, this Venus wants to know she can depend on her partner for real support, both financial and otherwise. Loyal and steadfast, Venus in Capricorn is looking for a long-term commitment rather than an occasional playmate. She may be shy and even a little gruff at first about expressing her love and affection in relationships, but over time and with patience, she will warm up. Venus in Capricorn knows how to patiently wait for love to grow and is willing to work to make a relationship succeed.

Mars in Taurus may move slowly towards the object of his affection, but once he does get going, he is hard to stop. He pursues with a steady and plodding motion, undeterred by minor setbacks or momentary glitches. Like the god Pan, the earthy intensity of Mars in Taurus can be sexy and just a little scary at the same time. This Mars loves to indulge in sensual pleasures, reveling in the joy of having a body.

When these two earth creatures come together, they can create a safe and comfortable respite for each other, one that allows them to move at their own pace. This pair’s only challenge is that their commonality can turn into stagnation and boredom. But if they work to keep things interesting, their partnership will stay rewarding over the long-term.

About the Author

Fern Feto Spring is a counseling astrologer, tarot reader and writer whose sessions blend intuitive and practical insight with compassion and humor. With over 20 years of experience, she incorporates a variety of tools into her consultations. Besides her private practice, Fern teaches classes and workshops nationwide. She also works as an intuitive consultant for businesses and organizations, providing counsel and facilitating organizational development workshops. More info at: www.wisestars.net

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When you trounce the Phillies and ace the World Series, it doesn’t matter if it’s your first win or your 27th; it’s still awesome. This past Wednesday, the Yankees proved that a) they rule MLB, and b) they’re still essentially little boys playing a game they love. (Did you see them storm the mound and hug each other and smile like it was their job? Because… Adorable.) And talk about esprit de corps; these teammates have become so synced with each other that they’re practically telepathic. Just look at Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez. Although the two superstars have some long-standing friction and completely polar personalities, their connection is undeniable.

This week, A-Rod and Jeter took their post-win partying to NYC’s trendy 1OAK. Sure, leading ladies Kate Hudson and Minka Kelly were in tow, and sure, there were plenty of smiles… But the ties that bind have loosened a lot for the former blood brothers ever since the 2001 Esquire article where A-Rod blabbed that, “Jeter’s been blessed with great talent around him… he’s never had to lead.” (Yikes.)

Moonit decided to go into the dugout to find out what’s really going on with these heavy hitters. Read more at Moonit.com >>

Cut loose! Just do it! There is absolutely nothing today stopping you from achieving your wildest dreams! Not your budget, not the law, not even physics! Common sense is over-rated! Yeah, baby, you’re the center of the Universe, and nothing can hold you back! Least of all, the advice of an astrologer, for heaven’s sake.

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How deep is my love? Deeper than the deepest ocean. How many ways do I love you? More than there are grains of sand on the beach. How deeply do I love you? Deeper than the machete plunged into my chest. Jeez, Scorpio and Capricorn take everything so seriously…

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Three survival tips for the week: First, no need to resort to secrecy, but don’t play all your cards yet. Next: don’t believe all the hype you hear. It’s not that anyone’s intentionally leading you on, but people will generally overstate their level of commitment right now. Take everything with a grain of salt. Finally, practice patience. You have big dreams and you want it all now. Unfortunately, we’re all on a cosmic timetable, and the Cosmos is in no rush to wave its magic wand. Be diligent and persistent without imposing your timeline on others. It will happen when it happens.

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Aries	Taurus	Gemini
Cancer	Leo	Virgo
Libra	Scorpio	Sagittarius
Capricorn	Aquarius	Pisces

Wow, to be you right now. The Universe is showering you with all kinds of goodies that will benefit your love life exponentially. The necessary ingredients of romance, sex and commitment are all in the pot, waiting to be stirred by your intention and desire. What or whom do you want? Truly, if you maintain a steady vision of the qualities you seek in your mate (whether they’re in your life or have yet to appear), you will score the relationship you seek. If you haven’t yet cultivated an appreciation for magic, you’ll soon learn that it’s a regular part of daily life.

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As the world continues to press you for maximum output, your relationship remains the arena in which you vent all of your frustrations. Releasing those feelings is certainly cleansing, though your partner may feel overwhelmed by the intensity of your purging. It may even feel to your mate as though you’re spoiling for a fight, if only to rid yourself of the inner tension you feel. Be clear with yourself: are you seeking solace from your mate, or are you dumping all of your angst firmly in their lap? Alleviate some of the stress by conditioning your thoughts and restructuring your time.

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You’re right in the thick of it all, so staying under the radar is highly unlikely. Not that maintaining a low profile was ever your top priority. Still, you may need to apply some crazy glue to keep your head on, what with all of the to-ing and fro-ing, thanks to a demanding workload. If you want some time out with your sweetheart, you’re actually going to have to schedule it in. No madcap spontaneous rendezvous for you, cheri. Yes, the tone of your relationship may feel a bit stark momentarily. But it beats a poker stick in the eye.

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You’ve never shied away from romance. It’s just that it all feels so intense right now. Maybe a little too intense. Common sense tells you all things in moderation, and normally you’d be right. But this week has the imprint of all or nothing on it. At the very least, a clear sense of identity can emerge from the surge of energy your love life is currently experiencing. But that means you have to stick your neck out and risk confrontation, if necessary. At the same time, you want to avoid stretching the boundaries of your relationship too far. Quite the trick indeed.

For additional accuracy, read the horoscope for your Rising Sign.