Jonathan writes:
Tricky question. Astrologers, for thousands of years, have been big believers in �bad skies�. These days though, we don't think that way. We believe in the power of choice. We feel that if you can understand what's in your chart, you can change your destiny. That said, some charts take more understanding than others. June 29th 2001

Astrolivelink's Patty Greenall writes:
You've got Virgo rising with a Virgo moon. That's a strong sense of order, duty and perfection. Your sun is in your house of career and public image. You SHOULD shine in your profession. You are clearly very able. One of the lessons for you to learn is about tolerance of others who don't have your abilities and tolerance and acceptance of yourself. Your chart also shows a strong ability to write and to communicate well. Does your vocation nurture this skill? Be gentle with yourself. Count your feats rather than failures. June 29th 2001

Guest astrologer Richard Llewellyn writes:
Your chart suggests you strive to succeed but that others don't always see things as you do. This can be frustrating and hurtful because you experience feelings quite intensely and are likely to end up feeling sorry for yourself. You're quite a private person. You might find that life would run more smoothly if you opened up a little and let people help you instead of trying to make it all happen on your own. June 29th 2001

Jonathan writes:
He may fear that, if he commits to you, he will end up hurt. Or he may fear that he will hurt you. Now, you are a Scorpio too so why don't you fear the same? Well, you may have an unusual chart - or you may love him so much that you don't care. Either way, give it time. Two years is NOTHING for two Scorpios. Try twenty. Then see. June 29th 2001

Astrolivelink's Patty Greenall writes:
I cannot see that your 'friend' has any dishonourable intentions. He has a Capricorn Moon so he's just more cautious than you. You've both got Venus in Sagittarius, showing that you both enjoy intriguing romantic adventures. All that Scorpio means that electricity sparks between you. You can get under each other's skin like no one else can - for both pleasure and pain. My horary chart suggests that things can change soon... but the shift doesn't look like it's coming from your friend's corner. The ball is in your court. June 29th 2001

Guest astrologer Richard Llewellyn writes:
You ask 'What is his problem?' but to be fair it isn't his fault, or yours. You may be Scorpios but you both have very different temperaments - you're more like a human whirlwind - go anywhere, do anything, whereas your friend is more inclined to stability and security. He is excited by your dynamic energy, you like the stability he could bring into your life. But maybe he finds it difficult to make a commitment because he wonders where your questing energy will take you next. You need to re-assure him. June 29th 2001