Jonathan writes:
Leo is indeed a �fixed sign� - so are Aquarius, Taurus and Scorpio. It is a big mistake though to assume that all who belong to these signs will be stick-in-the-muds. The term �fixed� is better translated as �stubborn�, and I suspect that it is your stubbornness which has been driving, to some extent, your roller-coaster. If I�m right the ride will end when you decide to bend. August 24th 2001

Astrolivelink's Patty Greenall writes:
In the last few years you�ve had several planetary transits take place. Saturn has opposed your moon, which can be compared to the lower swing of the ride, and contacted your Sun/Uranus conjunction, which might have given you a need to take a tighter grip on the handles. Further transits have added to the roller-coaster however, as you�ve recognised, you�re in the middle of one of the most rewarding periods of your life. Your Uranus opposition next year is a defining period; you�ll be more certain of who you are and hence, the ups and downs will feel more like gentle waves. Benevolent Jupiter is also on its way in the next couple of years to meet your Venus and Ascendant bringing wonderful fulfilment. August 24th 2001

Today�s guest writer Kim Farnell, a professional astrologer since 1990. Kim, an author who writes for several magazines, is on the committee of the British Astrological and Psychic Society.
Guest astrologer Kim Farnell writes:
Pluto has been triggering your chart, demanding that you throw out some of your old ideas and do some emotional house keeping. Throwing out what you no longer need - including some types of relationships - is never easy. But the good news is that the worst of this is over. Things should begin to settle as the year goes on. By clearing out what you no longer need you�ve made space for great steps forward. August 24th 2001

Jonathan writes:
Scorpios are notoriously sensitive. Because they know how easily hurt they can be they put up defences which then sometimes isolate them from the rest of the world. Also, they cling to the past more than they should. This may be why it has taken you so long to reach your agreement. The fact that you feel ready to sign now is very healthy. Let it go - and move on. August 24th 2001

Astrolivelink's Patty Greenall writes:
There�s a lot to be said for positive thinking, so don�t worry about being delusional but be realistic. You do need to think about clarifying your own identity, particularly because nebulous Neptune has squared your Sun in the last few years. You may be able to boost your own income through your own efforts. Security and long-term material stability should also be considered as Saturn contacts your Jupiter in the next few years. You�ll wind up in quite a comfortable place and this will begin to be apparent by the end of next year when Jupiter transits your moon in Cancer, the sign of the home, where both the Moon and Jupiter are strong. You�ve achieved an enormous amount through your experience and for this, you�ve already gained. August 24th 2001

Guest astrologer Kim Farnell writes:
You�re not being delusional - just positive. The influence of Jupiter on your chart has filled you with optimism. Having faith in what the future holds for you, and being ready to grab all the opportunities life offers has put you in a strong position. Although you�ll need to economise and work hard to lay the foundations for the future, that future looks bright. All you need to do is keep a firm grip on reality and make sure that you don�t overestimate what you�re capable of. August 24th 2001