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Most animals don't have belongings. The lunar trine to Jupiter this Earth Day seeks a freer, lighter, less burdened natural essence. "I come into the peace of wild things who do not tax their lives with forethought of grief. I come into the presence of still water. And I feel above me the day-blind stars waiting with their light." -- from Wendell Berry's "The Peace of Wild Things"

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You know this place all too well, but there are others who are lost here. You'll take pity on them and give them the guidance you wish you had when you were in the same position long ago.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Make sure you understand who is involved or interested in a situation. The perspective of the person asking the question, the one observing or the one who stands to gain will determine the direction and outcome.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). It's an act of self-care that matters: remind yourself of what you are good at. Playing to your strengths will make your life better. You can trust your talents will apply to new challenges and with brilliant results.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Stepping into new situations and meeting different people will give you fresh insights. Exposure to diverse experiences will help you better understand both what others need and how you can fulfill your own needs more effectively.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). When someone overlooks or neglects something, it creates space for someone else to step up and take action. You'll have an opportunity to smooth over an awkward moment, lighten the mood with humor or offer the touch of kindness that brings people together.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Just when you think things will go smoothly or that your goals will be easy to achieve, personal challenges and unexpected events twist the plot. Don't resist. Shift your expectations and you'll have opportunity for growth, excitement, purpose and transformation.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You still don't have all the information. The missing piece is significant enough to alter the entire situation. So, take a step back, gather more details and make a few guesses about what's missing. With a fuller picture comes a fresh plan for forward motion.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Independence can look very similar to stubbornness. The key difference lies in motivation. Perseverance is the determination to push forward toward the goal with a strong will. Obstinance resists change and refuses to adapt -- less "will" and more "won't."

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). While you can't control every aspect of your life or the actions of others, you can and will take charge of your own narrative in a bigger way. You'll reaffirm how you want to live and be, and you'll embody it in a profound way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Acts of support have their own power. There's fulfillment and strength in the service role. There's no reason to view it as something secondary or less important. Recognize the value service gives to both the servant and the served.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Instead of jumping on the bandwagon with the latest trends and quick solutions, consider doing nothing. Today's is one of those situations that, if ignored, will work itself out. Getting involved now will set a precedent you might not enjoy keeping up.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your impressions are neither wrong nor right, they just are. Take in as many details as you can, and keep track of your feelings and observations without judgment because there's actionable information there. Leave the analysis for later.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (April 22). This totally new chapter could never be confused with the old one, as it's a complete scenery change including fresh faces. More highlights: You'll discover more things to enjoy and new ways to appreciate your work and relationships. You'll perfect a routine that moves you to a lighter, brighter and richer place. A special someone joins you to make a learning process easier and life in general a delight. Sagittarius and Virgo adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 5, 33, 19 and 17.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Jack Nicholson attended the "Saturday Night Live" 50th Anniversary Special, introducing his friend Adam Sandler. The three-time Academy Award winner passed the acting gene to his son, Ray Nicholson, who stars in the recent release "Novocaine," which premiered at SXSW this year. Nicholson was born when the sun, Mercury and Uranus were in iron-willed Taurus, indicating a powerful, if unyielding, presence and a golden voice, which has been one of Nicholson's most identifiable and unique acting tools.

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