by Jack Fertig

Forecast for March 4 - 17, 2008

Aries — Yours is the sign of the lone wolf, but you are now aiming for the role of head of the household. The responsibilities and obligations really don’t suit you. Try for the position of “elder statesperson” or dowager instead.

Taurus — Little domestic arguments can explode way too easily. Are you just being stubborn? How important are those details, anyway? Your arguments may be more aesthetic than logical, but they should still be explainable in a calm, friendly manner.

Gemini — Be very careful and conservative with your money. Household and property investments or any renegotiation of debt should be checked out very thoroughly. Sexual urges may take an emotional cost, challenging you to think more about your deeper needs.

Cancer — Acting on impulse can transform your relationship, and probably not for the better. Channel that energy into thinking ahead and talking about what you want, what your partner wants and how you can deepen your connection.

Leo — Worrying about your health or work only makes problems—real or imagined—worse. Take positive steps, and check out anything that bears watching. Remember the difference between focus and obsession, and stick to the task at hand.

Virgo — Your political aims are coming from somewhere deep in your gut, which is fine. But sensible strategy should come from your brilliant-but-now-vacationing brain. Artistic, creative expressions will give you the outlet you need.

Libra — Courtesy is usually your strongest conviction. Now other deep beliefs provoke you to speak up against authority. Think carefully about mouthing off to the police or your boss. If you want to raise hell, find a public demonstration that suits your politics.

Scorpio — Your urge for arguments seems to be coming out of nowhere. Try to focus that energy toward digging into topics that interest you. Take up a good challenge to keep your mind busy and your mouth out of trouble!

Sagittarius — Your sexual appetite is surging, but so is your deeper desire for commitment. One is so much more easily satisfied than the other that you might find any effort frustrating. Try seeing the glass as half full.

Capricorn — Is your partner being too aggressive, or are you just being stubborn? You can do something about the latter. Fights come easily, but so does passion. You really need a struggle. Be nice, and you could get a good one!

Aquarius — Wanting too much can be a great spur to action, but acting impulsively on excessive desire is a sure path to accidents and illness. Meditate, think ahead and confide in a friend with a cooler head before acting.

Pisces — Acting on your playful urges will have far-reaching ramifications. Focus those desires responsibly and creatively. Infuriating people is not a mark of success per se, but be bold enough to risk pissing off the right people for the right reasons.

Jack Fertig is a professional astrologer since 1977 living in San Francisco, but traveling often. He can be reached for consultations at (415) 864-8302, through his website at www.starjack.com and by e-mail at QScopes@qsyndicate.com.