WED 29 JULY 09

The Four of Pentacles card suggests that my power today lies in possession. I choose not to be bound, identified, or paralyzed by ownership, possessions or means in order that I may always have a free hand and room to grow. I am practical, responsible, and determined about protecting my purpose or advocating for my resources. I am empowered by the status quo and my asset is value.

Your intuition is going to tell you that someone has been pulling a fast one. You need to listen to that inner voice, because it could save you from losing a lot of money to some smooth talker who is taking advantage of your generosity or trusting nature.

Your emotions are quite a bit more intense than usual, and one might take you by surprise -- a flash of anger or a sudden burst of romantic interest in someone totally new. Run with it, as it's as real as it gets.

The Wheel of Fortune deals with the unpredictable situations in life. Your path in life takes many detours, often directed by forces and events beyond your control. This card represents change in your life, so be ready for unexpected challenges to come your way. This card usually denotes that good luck is coming your way.

If you are offered a new job, or if someone in the workplace is talking about big changes today, take everything with a gigantic grain of salt. Chances are not much will change as a result of promises that are made today. You may find that for every chore you clear off your desk a new one replaces it.

In your professional or social life, things may not turn out as well as foreseen; but don't lose heart: the situation will improve quite soon. Refrain from heavy or too rich foods and eat green, raw vegetables so as to help your digestive function. A friend may disappoint you; but if you're not too severe you can understand his/her comportment and condone it. Heartwise, things will be going as well as you could wish; however, you can even improve them by showing much patience and understanding toward the person you love.

Intellectual disagreements or differences of opinion and viewpoints arise now. You may have to speak your mind in a way that challenges or unnerves someone else. However, your mind is very active and sharp, and your reasoning power is good, so this is a good time to do mental work.

Sudden realizations of overall requirements in a relationship can give you a better idea on what's really going on. Clear demands are more easily met and you know where you stand when the possible and impossible are sorted out. Your limitations become clearer which makes any obstacles easier to work around or eliminate.

You may have some disagreements with your spouse on household issues; be cool and understanding, knowing that such issues are only of minor importance, otherwise the family atmosphere could become tense. Your intuition will prove to be of great help to you this time, especially in your work and social life. Be generous to make others happy: give your blood if there's an occasion for it, don't refuse to give some small changes to a homeless person.