aries march 21-april 20
Everyone's heading off on vacation - and you're left holding the bag. Let those in charge know you can keep the production on schedule. Your other half proposes a romantic getaway mid-July. You're ready to go, but some promising career news may sidetrack you. The road to holiday happiness lies much smoother in August. Meanwhile others seem to want to convert you to new beliefs. Diplomatically resist all pressure and stick to your guns. The 24th brings a break from responsibility.

taurus april 21-may 21
It's hard to make a getaway, even a small one, as July dawns. Still, there's an action-filled scenario around home base. Expect the unexpected, including a surprise visitor or two. And if you're looking, someone new could walk in the door mid-month. Whatever your status, you'll play out more than one steamy summer love scene in August. There's also a strong focus then on your career sector. Use a social event to orchestrate an important meeting on the 24th.

gemini may 22-june 21
If you think you can afford it, you probably can’t. It’s nice to dream. Just realize most of your financial fantasies are just that now. Still, business and pleasure mix well most of July, and you’ll make plenty of useful contacts. Early August your usual boundless energy seems to dip. Take a break if you can. By the 19th you’re back in fine fettle, and many projects you put on hold get the green light. Around the 24th, indulge your culture-vulture side and love of the offbeat at a summer festival or two.

cancer june 22-july 22
Your famous shyness floats off on a summer breeze. In fact, most of July you’re downright bold in romance. Speaking your mind is likely to get you your heart’s desire. You wine-and-dine professional associates as well late in the month. One such meeting just might lead to a promising new business partnership. In August, you can charm just about anyone and are at your persuasive best. The 19th is most promising to cement an important agreement, while the 26th is good for heart-to-hearts.

leo july 23-aug 23
Batten the hatches: friendships are in for some summer squalls. But the all-clear sounds by mid-July, and you’re able to get matters straight. Meanwhile, plenty of happy social times bring new acquaintances your way. Someone you meet by chance around August 9th provides a career tip. And romance is definitely in the cards until mid-month. By the 22nd, your mind is more on business. Look ahead to better financial times. More deals or arrangements are favored  on the 29th.

virgo aug 24-sept 23
Man the barbecue in July and surrounded yourself with close allies and family. Just plan a few gatherings and don’t sweat the details. The happiest occasions now are spontaneous ones. Around the 22nd getting your point across proves an exercise in frustration. But by month’s end, all outstanding issues are resolved. Jupiter graces your house of secrets in August. It’s easier to write the fantasy scenario to your liking – but do you know what you want? New real-life co-stars may appear.

libra sept 24-oct 23
You rise to star billing this July, shining on the social scene. If unattached, your brilliance could attract a promising new co-star by mid-month. But it’s on the 19th that the love scenario really goes supernova. In August the mood downshifts and you need to get away from it all. Try losing yourself in a good movie or two. Somehow looking at the big picture reminds you to not sweat the small stuff. Hit the road if you can late in the month. Just be cool on the 24th, when tempers flare.

scorpio oct 24-nov 22
You’re screening blockbuster vacation plans. But can you really afford your dream trip? You’ll know by mid-July. Finances continue to be a big theme all month. You can make some savvy purchases at summer sales or flea markets. The focus shifts to enjoying life’s pleasures in August. You can manage to indulge sanely and sensually, especially on the 19th. You can’t believe a stroke of luck around the 26th. You’re tempted to grab it, but can get an even better deal if you negotiate.

sagittarius nov 23-dec 21
You kick free of a financial entanglement. Enjoy your freedom. Why not head out on vacation? Late July, a serene scenario prevails, big on romantic scenes under moonlight. Your charm levels are high; make the most of it. By August, your favorite subjects come to the fore: travel and education. If you can combine the two, great. If not, make big plans for the fall. People tend to take out their frustrations on you around the 26th. Be on guard for incidents of road rage.

capricorn dec 22-jan 20
You’re floating on a cloud, and it’s romance that’s keeping your feet far, far off the ground. You may have come down to earth and tend to business. But by mid-July you’re able to get away from it all with your other half. By August, work you did behind the scenes is recognized. This could lead to more than one chance to call all the shots in the coming months. Let your confidence levels soar, but don’t challenge an up-and-comer on the 26th.

aquarius jan 21-feb 18
Much as you try to please those around you, they’re not happy campers. Best just let them be. Focus instead all July on vacation plans that previously failed to gel. Just resist flashing the credit cards to impress people around the 24th. A weekend getaway with your partner during August promises to bring you closer together. Don’t shrug off a minor spat on the 19th. Once you address it, the good times roll. You realize the party is wherever you happen to find yourself.

pisces feb 19-march 20
You’re overdue for a break. Go ahead and indulge in some R & R, especially outdoors, early in July. You may be considering a deep relationship commitment around the 5th. But with new revelations about your co-star due all month long, you’d best hold off on firming anything up. During August friends both new and old prove they’re on your side. Some serious late-night discussions help you clarify your goals. After the 22nd, you’re in a more solitary frame of mind.

                                                       Susan Kelly