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Let Chinese Astrology Help Choose Tonight's Dinner Menu!
"What's for dinner?" It's a question you ask yourself every day. And with so many choices of cuisine in the world, how could it ever be possible to find yourself in a food rut?

If you're a creature of habit, you might view trying something new as quite a commitment. What if you end up wishing you'd just had "the usual"? Next time you're thinking of take-out or heading out to a restaurant, mix up the menu by using the Chinese zodiac as your guide. See what your Animal Sign says about the flavorful fare most likely to satisfy your palate!

(Don't know your Chinese Animal Sign? Visit Astrology.com's Chinese Astrology section and learn for yourself!)

Rat
Latin American tapas appeal to the sophisticated and social Rat. Ceviche, queso, calamari, and olives delight the senses, while course after course of colorful, bite-sized plates create the perfect ambiance. Eating is an activity for reconnecting with old friends and charming new ones. And of course, margaritas on the table only improve

The Gender Gap and Your Sun Sign
Ever wondered why lady Libras are very different from male ones? Or why male Cancers don't seem to be designed from the same template as female Crabs? Some astrological signs differ greatly between the genders, while others barely demonstrate any difference at all. Learn how your gender affects your Sun sign qualities!

Aries

Aries is an active, fiery, and quite masculine energy that reflects on both men and women. With Aries, there's always a thrusting ambition to reach the top of the heap. Both sexes are competitive go-getters and adventurers. Aries women are not frilly or feminine, and like Aries men, they make it happen!

Taurus

The Bull is known for being earthy, placid, security-conscious, and possessive. Both Taurean sexes share an indulgent approach to life, though men tend to be higher up the gourmet scale; Taurus females generally aim more for home comforts. Both can be stubborn, though males are more inclined to be noticeably power-hungry.

Gemini

Gemini is a true Air

Can Your Sun Sign Handle a Job Promotion?
You've earned the promotion you've been working toward for ages, and now it's time to step into your new role of greater responsibility. But, can you rise to the occasion -- and above potentially envious colleagues -- to make the most of your newfound success? Assuming a leadership position comes more naturally to some Sun signs than it does to others.

The two signs who will stride most confidently into a promotion are Leo and Capricorn. Leo adores being looked up to, and they'll relish the chance to be above the common crowd; in fact, they'll truly come into their own with higher professional status. Capricorn will ignore any digs from co-workers and simply get on with the job -- with their mind focused on their next move up the ladder!

Scorpio has always been one of the top signs for military leadership because they're so determined and resourceful. They'll rise to the challenge and do well -- just beware of anyone whose spiteful remarks get under their skin. They certainly won't

Typecast As a Mom? Let Astrology Nurture Your Independence!

With Mother's Day just ahead this coming weekend, are you feeling a little frustrated being seen as simply a mom? You want to be yourself for once -- can your Sun sign help you carve out time to enjoy a bit of freedom and independence?



Since they don't tend toward domesticity in the first place, Aries has no problem making time for themselves. They're free spirits by nature, and they'd rather assert their individuality than be tied down. Because of this, the Ram is often a role model for other freedom-seeking signs!

Taurus enjoys the security of home and family -- especially because they get to exert more control over how everything runs. The Bull doesn't have the same urge for freedom as other signs. Rather, their identity comes from nurturing what makes them feel safe.

Wanderers at heart, Gemini knows that their independence comes from having a wide circle of friends. If they're not out and about, odds are you'll find them feeding their voracious appetite for reading. When

How Your Sun Sign Approaches Spring CleaningThe birds are frolicking and the flowers are just beginning to poke out of the ground. Spring is one of those rare times of year when cleaning actually takes on a kind of ritualistic fun. With good weather coming on, we're able to open the windows, air out our homes, and prepare for a brilliant summer! Here's what the stars have to say about your approach to creating a sparklingly clean abode.

Aries
Think of cleaning your home as your workout. Approach every task as if it were a calorie-burning adventure!

Taurus
Invest in a house cleaner. Why? Well, it's quite simple, actually: You really can't stand house-cleaning.

Gemini
Indulge in all those magazines that tell you how to get organized and what tools and cleaning agents you should use to get the gunk out. Even if you don't really do what they say, you'll have fun reading the magazines anyway.

Cancer
Employ your children! Make it a fun family activity for you and your little ones.

Reveal a portrait of your soul's true intention

Your Feng Shui Guidance for May!

Feng Shui is the area of Chinese medicine that helps us rest, relax, and restore our vital energies through healthful practices and a calm environment. Learn how Astrology.com's Ellen Whitehurst can help you create a peaceful home, landscape, and workplace by applying Feng Shui principles of balance and harmony to your everyday life!

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According to ancient wisdom, the white magnolia is considered a great symbol of purity. A single magnolia tree planted in a home's front garden is believed to attract love, happiness, and a sense of completion and contentment.

If grown in the back yard of a home, the magnolia is said to represent hidden gems and jewels, as well as the gradual accumulation of great wealth.

And since spring is always a popular season for nuptials, it's worth noting how Feng Shui masters have long believed that including magnolia blooms in a bridal bouquet will

What's Your Sun Sign's Favorite Fruit?

If you're looking for ways to feel healthier and grow into a better person -- and really, who among us isn't? -- your Sun sign can recommend specific fruits as therapeutic remedies. Whether you're a juice-loving Sagittarius or a mango-munching Leo, the stars have something useful to say about what you should eat or drink to be at your best!

There's a reason why you sometimes choose to withdraw into your private space with comfort food -- say, a pint of strawberry ice cream -- to help calm your nerves after a trying day. Indeed, fruit, or even fruit-flavored foods, can be a powerful tool to soothe your soul ... if used correctly and with intention.

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Here's a quick look at each Sun sign's favorite fruit:

Aries: cantaloupe

Taurus: strawberries

Gemini: grapes

Cancer: pineapple

Leo: mango

Virgo: mixed fruit salad

Libra: oranges

Scorpio: apples

Sagittarius: pineapple juice

Capricorn:

Give Your Partner A Birthday Party Their Sun Sign Will Never Forget!

Does your partner have a milestone birthday coming up? If so, are you wondering how you can give them -- and their Sun sign -- a celebration they'll never forget? Learn more now!



Aries won't appreciate a quiet family dinner with elderly relatives. No, they'll prefer a rowdy party with all their favorite friends and games aplenty. Rent a roulette wheel, get out the dartboard, and bring in a pool table. Food should be easy to grab, because your convivial Ram will be in constant motion all party long. A raucous barbecue would be ideal.

Taurus needs to be indulged, so amazing food and fancy drinks should be the main priority. Decorate the party location with plenty of flowers, classy tablecloths, and velvet cushions. After all, Taurus just loves to be pampered!

Gemini isn't concerned with having a fancy bash. Rather, what would warm their heart most would be to invite every friend they've ever had (and there'll be a lot). Those who can't come should be asked to write a birthday note