Written in the Stars - Week of February 13

Venus in Pisces — When the planet of love lights the way for the sign of the dreamer, our world is painted in watercolor and written in poetry. Immerse yourself in art, music and love to tap in. Trust your intuition and look for messages in dreams.

ARIES

March 21 — April 19

Quality over quantity, Aries. That's your goal and your mantra for this week. As much as you may want to kick the door down and announce yourself, you'll benefit from some extra time tweaking your work. Between you and the Universe, you've been working some behind-the-scenes magic and by the end of this week, bountiful Jupiter will give a mighty push to your creative and playful endeavors. Be wary of sending your Martian energy in too many directions — "a stitch, in time, saves nine." It's nearly your time.

TAURUS

April 20 — May 20

You can shoulder a brunt silently like no one else, Taurus — and you may note that with some pride. However, this week, it's essential that you express exactly what you want, especially with regard to your home, family and closest loved ones. You may be having a hard time getting a recent spat or slight out of your head — all the more reason to share your feelings. Don't let the situation get blown out of proportion. Use some of this electric energy to take initiative at work or on personal projects — you might surprise yourself. 

GEMINI

May 21 — June 21

How often are you asked for your expertise, Gemini? (Astrologers know you're the one to inquire with — you know at least a little bit about everything.) This week, you're due for some recognition of the highest order and it's likely that it will have to do with your ability to teach. Sharing your abilities and insights, and especially your "out there," inspired ideas can do a lot to improve your station now. Not only will you be recognized, but you'll be improving your own workload. "Teach a man to fish…"

CANCER

June 22 — July 22

Give yourself just a little more time, Cancer. Big changes have characterized your chart over the last year and not all of those transitions were smooth. As a matter of fact, you might be "feeling" the weight of all that stress in your body. Slow down. Take a breath. I promise you'll make up for lost time — you're about to get a huge boost from three planetary power players – bountiful Jupiter, beautiful Venus and take-charge Mars. You're looking quite good despite the exhaustion — and you'll glow when the rewards start rolling in next week.

LEO

July 23 — Aug. 22

Oh, happy day, Leo! Big, beautiful Jupiter has finally stopped reclining and gotten his lucky butt into gear in your House of Personality. You are shining and your efforts to improve yourself and your sphere have not gone unnoticed. As a matter of fact, you're getting noticed in all sorts of ways — romantically, as well as at work. There's a budding partnership that needs your nurturing and attention. New wealth and resources are forecast when you put your heads and hearts together with others. Open up!

VIRGO

Aug. 23 — Sept. 22

You're spinning your wheels, Virgo — but are you getting anywhere? Forward momentum is forecast for you in the very near future, but only after you finish considering where you've come from, and how far you'd like to go. Your ruler, Mercury, has nearly finished its revision — soon things will be moving along nicely. Until then, use this time to gather your thoughts. You'll be quite emotional this week and it's possible you could lose your head. I know — it doesn't sound like you. But practice patience anyway.

LIBRA

Sept. 23 — Oct. 22

Nobody loves love like you, Libra. You'd love to be all things to all people, giving everything you have to offer. In a perfect world, when you did that, you'd be filled up by others in return without fail. Period.  However, there are some people and partners in your life that aren't doing or saying exactly what they appear to — are you giving so much away that you feel used, even by your closest loved ones? If there's a problem, Libra, look in the mirror first. Offer your support and love to yourself, and choose your actions from a place of fulfillment rather than need.

SCORPIO

Oct. 23 — Nov. 21

Rewards are rolling in for you this week, Scorpio, though they may not come from the corners you desired or predicted. The Universe has a way of leveling the playing field, no matter whether the players are following the rules. As lucky Jupiter leaps forward into your House of Career, it's time for you to step into the "big shoes" others know you're capable of filling. All courageous chances you take now are favored — you may not see the returns for another month or two, but you will see some encouraging movement. Follow your heart honestly.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 22 — Dec. 21

You're a happy-go-lucky sort, Sagittarius, and one of your best qualities is your optimistic willingness to go along for the ride, even when you have no idea where it's going. However, it benefits you to take time for a little meditation this week. You don't have to cross your legs and chant "om," unless that floats your boat. Simply take some time to seek your own wise, internal counsel. If you're busy hopping on other people's bandwagons, you might miss your own ships that are coming in. Ask yourself what brings you true joy and cultivate it.

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22 — Jan. 19

What if memories had weight, Capricorn? Which would you deem worth carrying and which would you choose to leave behind in order to forge the path ahead? It's not about revisionist history — what is done is done and some painful memories can temper us into better people. Your focus now belongs on yourself. Others may pester you, and you may even urge yourself to greater heights, trying to improve life for others. Save some of that energy for yourself. Personal fulfillment brings external rewards. Continuing to serve two masters with very little sleep will only leave you depleted.

AQUARIUS

Jan. 20 — Feb. 18

There's no doubt that you're the "cool kid" of the zodiac, Aquarius. You don't mind being the outlier, and people are very attracted to that confidence and charisma. This week, expect to practically have your door beaten down by friends and would-be lovers looking to bask in your energy. You have the opportunity to be an inspiration to others this week, to use your powers for good and show them how to lift themselves to higher places — and the sweetest part is, what goes around comes around. Give now to get more later.

PISCES

Feb. 19 — March 20

It's time to be a little extra kind to yourself, Pisces. Your chart indicates that you've been doing a lot of giving to other lately. Some people will go out of their way this week to make sure you know you're appreciated. Yet there are those in your circle who would gladly keep taking your help and offering little more than a smile in return. It's not about money or payback for you, Pisces, I know. But there is a life lesson here. You welcome more abundance into your life when you pay yourself first, in energy and resources. Your generosity will be rewarded, but your self-investment will pay dividends.