MON 3 AUG 09

The Knave of Swords card suggests that my power today lies in promise. I am bright, edgy, curious and articulate and am developing respect and competence through preparation and practice. I am anxious to be tested or challenged -- but I am not afraid to question authority or participate in the latest craze. I am a perpetual student of learning and try to think before I speak or act. I am empowered by confrontation or opportunity and my virtue is self-restraint.

A greater efficiency in your way of working will allow you to organize yourself better and to put your affairs into due order. You must at the same time try to solve the pending small problems concerning your entourage. You must be extremely cautious about weight-reducing drugs. You'll live something very intense; but there exists no astral indication allowing to know whether your love affairs will be happy or whether what you're looking for will be compatible with what your mate desires.

Physically, you'll be in full possession of your means. Despite your numerous occupations, don't neglect sport; but it would be vain to look for competition. Observe a rigorous hygiene in your sexual relations, especially if they are varied. You'll be able to convince your entourage to help you to achieve your plans; everything will thus go quite well. You must accept your obligations willingly in order to avoid future complications. Your various problems will fortunately clear up rather rapidly.

Time to let that significant person in your life know what you want and like. Be a little selfish but don't forget to ask what they might like as well. This is a good time to assert your own needs and desires, to communicate to others what you really want. You are sharp, clear, decisive, and articulate.

There is likely to be a noticeable increase of energy flow and activity into your life during the next three months. This is a good time to accept new and challenging ventures that you would not have considered in the past. Take advantage of your good health and increased vitality.

You are in demand today - you may be forgiven for answering the phone with "Grand Central Station, how can I help you?" because you will get so many calls you may not be able to deal with them all. The main culprits are siblings and friends who really are just in a chatterbox mood.

Don't draw attention to yourself today -- not even the good kind! You need to lie low and let others take the leading roles while you wait in the wings. Don't worry, you get your speaking part soon!

The Magus is the master of his own destiny and unafraid to act as he chooses. By setting specific and attainable goals, the Magician utilizes his great knowledge and wisdom to succeed where others have failed. He is the master of his own destiny. Although, with such power comes great responsibility. The Magician must decide whether to act morally, or forsake ethics for personal gain.

You have a wonderful opportunity for romance today. If you are still single, you may find that friends and companions are winking and nudging you towards someone that they want you to meet. If you are not single, don't be afraid to "go over the top" when expressing your appreciation today.

A beautiful amorous conquest can be expected, whether you're single or live in couple. Even though you may have too many things to do, try to devote more of your time to your family. Your social life will be animated and you'll make interesting encounters. If you have important decisions to take, ask for advice from experienced people; you can trust persons of the Ox sign.