Jonathan writes:
Aries-Scorpio can work well as a partnership but only under certain conditions. I think you'll soon meet someone who suits you better. Let's see if my fellow astrologers agree. August 10th 2001

Astrolivelink's Patty Greenall writes:
It looks like you've been suffering from a Pluto transit, which can be subtle yet powerful when it comes to turning your life around. In the long run, you're better off, but it feels as if you're moving along in the dark and having to let go of something, like an attitude, person, etc., and the prospect of the unknown raises fear. By December this year, things will get much better but in the meantime be gentle on yourself and celebrate all successes. The horary chart does not show that he will come back but I don't see that this is a bad thing. As a passionate woman, with Sun, Venus and Neptune in Scorpio, meeting someone new should not be a problem but you need to make an effort to see potential partners in their true light. October 2001 and May 2002 are significant times to meet someone new. August 10th 2001

Guest astrologer Annabel Burton runs a thriving varied practice from her Cheshire home. After a variety of careers, including teaching life drawing and running an introductions agency, Annabel, a mother of three grown-up children, settled on astrology 12 years ago. She specialises in �personal growth� astrology and also has a wide range of business clients. She lives with her partner Simon, a multi-media producer, who designed her website www.annabelburton.com
Guest astrologer Annabel Burton writes:
Last year, a planetary line-up in Taurus opposed your sign of Scorpio. You have felt the disruption from outside sources. However, this has now passed and Jupiter's current position in Cancer indicates that better times are coming. The relationship with your boyfriend may have ended not just as a result of others' influence. You and he have different expectations and your need for stability and security is stronger than his. You can find happiness in the near future but with somebody new. August 10th 2001

Jonathan writes:
You only live once and, if you don't reach for change soon, you may never live at all. Pursue those opportunities - especially the ones that are pursuing you - and fear not. If that doesn't wake up your partner and revive the relationship, nothing ever will! August 10th 2001

Astrolivelink's Patty Greenall writes:
There is another option and that would be to actively seek ways to rejuvenate your present relationship. The place to start is right within you. Saturn has roughly a 29-year cycle and will be with your natal moon this month. Running off and looking for new opportunities for relationships would possibly compound a disheartened feeling, so would staying in the same relationship without seeking some kind of fulfillment. Look deeply into yourself, as an adult, and examine your emotions. It may be worth speaking to a counsellor or someone mature through whom you could reflect yourself. Ask yourself about changes to your personal self or environment. Take steps to make it right and if your relationship improves, you'll be pleased, if not, you'll know that you gave it your best. August 10th 2001

Guest astrologer Annabel Burton writes:
Although you have a need for companionship and security, now is the time that you are more aware of the flaws in your relationship. Current planetary transits indicate that changes are coming in to your life and it is important to allow new experiences in. People regret what they don't do and if you consciously allow change into your life, you will find that the benefits outweigh the fear of the unknown. You can achieve this within your relationship initially, but expect some disruption. August 10th 2001