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MONDAY, SEP. 27, 2021
Pick up the pace. You can
accomplish a vast amount
this year if you are disciplined
upends marriage
and focused. Put your energy
to good use. Your intelligence
will surpass your expectations.
Embrace life with a positive
attitude, an open mind and the
DEAR AMY » MY good truly believes that this confidence to present and pro-
friend just found out that makes her own wonder- mote your achievements.
her husband has a grown ful life a lie, that’s a deeper Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23):
child he’s never known problem. Make connections and broaden
about. As one part- your outlook. Explore pos-
This person was ner of a success- sibilities and find your niche.
born many years ful long-term mar- Be proud of the decisions you
before my friend riage, she could be make, and take the path that
leads to personal happiness.
and her husband encouraged to see Don’t give up.
even knew each this as one more
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22):
other. He was not life-challenge to Use your imagination to come
in a relationship encounter along- up with a plan that will help
with the mother side her husband. you change your current finan-
of this child. My Surely they have cial situation. Consider your
friend is shat- tackled difficul- assets and what’s important
tered. She has always ties, losses, reversals, sur- to you, and let go of anything
been proud of her long- prises and uncertainties you no longer need.
term marriage and their together before this. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec.
great kids, who are all do- Don’t try to “convince” 21): Verify information and say
what’s on your mind. Take the
ing well. your friend of anything, initiative to head in a direction
Now she believes the re- but do remind her that this that inspires you to use your
ality of her “perfect” fam- situation, which landed on skills, knowledge and experi-
ily has been shattered. She her doorstep so suddenly, ence in new and exciting ways.
can’t seem to believe the will actually unspool and Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan.
man she thought she knew evolve gradually. She needs 19): Slow down and smell the
could have been so sexu- to come to an understand- roses. If you act too fast, it
ally casual. ing on her own that, put will lead to backtracking. You
I have stepchildren that into a larger perspective, can think big, but you should
I enjoy, and I’d like to con-
this mainly reveals every- stick to basics and change
only what’s necessary. Don’t
vince her that this is not one’s humanity. fold under pressure.
the end of the world. Are she and her hus- Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19):
I hope she can get back band working through Stay on course; don’t stop
to enjoying her marriage this with the help of a until you are satisfied with
and family. counselor? what you achieve. A chance
I guess I’m looking for You should suggest it. to make more money or invest
some insight as to why DEAR READERS » I recently in something lucrative looks
this is such a big deal for ran a response from a promising. Hard work will pay
her and if there is any- reader named “Common off.
thing I can do to help her. Sense,” who stated that Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20):
— Worried Friend people who have had CO- Just be yourself, do your own
thing and enjoy what life has
VID-19 cannot become re- to offer. Refuse to get into an
DEAR WORRIED » I sin- infected with the virus. emotional spat with someone
cerely hope that any stu- While I challenged this who isn’t trustworthy or re-
dents returning to campus statement, saying “the jury fuses to look out for your best
might read this letter and is still out regarding how interests.
understand that today’s well — and how long — an- Aries (March 21-April 19):
casual sex could result in tibodies offer protection,” Stick to what you know and do
a multitude of unintended many readers strongly best and the people who help
consequences. urged me to always point you shine. A partnership will
require nurturing, but in the
As much as any of us toward the science. end, it will help you reach your
might understand that — I completely agree! The objective. Help someone who
in theory — previously un- CDC offers timely and needs it.
known relatives might frequently updated re- Taurus (April 20-May 20):
surface at any time, when search and recommenda- Don’t consider unnecessary
it comes to family rela- tions, which can outpace changes that will make others
tionships, the understand- my publication sched- question your motives. Refuse
ing of theory and the ac- ule (CDC.gov). I hope that to let personal matters inter-
ceptance of reality are two one day, if I repeat it often fere with your productivity and
distinct and different ex- enough, readers such as ability to be a good leader.
periences. Of course your “Common Sense” will ex- Gemini (May 21-June 20):
Don’t be fooled by what others
friend is thrown off! Any- ercise some common sense do or say. Control your emo- Celebrity Cipher By Luis Campos
one would be, but if she and follow the science. tions and let your intellect lead
the way. An energetic routine Instructions: Celebrity Cipher cryptograms are created from quotations by famous
will encourage discipline and a people, past and present. Each letter in the cipher stands for another.
Sudoku healthy outlook.
Cancer (June 21-July 22):
Arguing won’t solve problems.
Look for an alternative way to
reach your chosen destination
without causing a scene. Be
secretive; divulge only what
you are up to when you have
everything in place.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Check
in and share plans with some-
one who brings out the best in
you. The feedback you receive
will help you make better deci-
sions regarding money. Rely on
those you know you can trust.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):
Keep life simple and orga-
nized. Refuse to let emotional
mix-ups lead to distraction or
cause a problem with someone
who can influence your well-
being. Focus inward.