Horoscope

On Monday and Tuesday you'll have an insatiable thirst for information. Dig up as much dirt as you can -- and make sure to really listen to what people are telling you. A risky opportunity comes up in the second half of the week. You won't want to let yourself grab it, but this time you should throw caution to the winds and take the chance. No matter what happens, it will be liberating. The weekend will be great for you, no matter how much time you spend at work. You should feel frisky and generally happy to be wherever you find yourself.

Virgo is the sixth Sign of the Zodiac. The first five Signs represent the growth of the individual, and Virgo brings their skills and talents together for the good of others. Virgo is the Sign of Service. Despite their inherent modesty, people born under Virgo are industrious and efficient when working for a good cause. They are neat and well organized. As the sixth Sign, Virgo also rules the sixth House: the House of Health.

The Astrological Symbol of Virgo is the Virgin. Virgos reflect the qualities of a virgin rather than the definition: they tend to be shy and somewhat nervous, and they may be undemonstrative or repressed. But they are practical and logical, and they're skilled at seeing all sides of a situation. In this way, Virgo exemplifies the Mutable Quality assigned to it. Virgos are good business people because of their methodical attention to detail and their ability to stick with a practical and organized routine. Within the Zodiac, Virgo is opposite Pisces, the Sign of the Unconscious. Both Pisces and Virgos are Signs that serve others, but Pisces works with groups and large-scale projects, while Virgos tend to be about smaller-scale projects and individuals. Because of Virgo's association with individuals and health, many Virgos are drawn to careers in medicine, especially nursing.

Virgo is ruled by the Planet Mercury. In ancient Roman mythology, Mercury (and his Greek equivalent, Hermes) was the Messenger God. He was a quick, nervous type, and he was known for his strong reasoning and analytic ability. Communication is his province. As a planet, Mercury is androgynous; Gemini is the masculine half and Virgo the feminine. Geminis like to know "a little about a lot," but Virgo prefers to explore subjects more deeply. They are very good at understanding what people are saying beneath the surface words of their communication. Detailed and precise, people born under Virgo tend too be neat and exacting, but sometimes petty and overly fussy. At the other end of the scale, some Virgos can be sloppy. Generally, though, they are dedicated to meticulous cleanliness and can be compulsively tidy. Many Virgos have an excellent head for business, relying on logic rater than ego or emotion to make their deals. They are reliable, practical, and diligent, but they can sometimes seem picky or over-critical to people who aren't as discriminating as they are..

The Element associated with Virgo is Earth. Earth Signs are practical: they tend to respond to the world by examining the worth of each possible response, rather than through physical action, intellect, or emotion. As an Earth Sign, Virgos are more interested in material possessions than some other Signs. They ave selective and discriminating -- sometimes fussy -- when it comes to their possessions. Virgos are especially adept at understanding the process of accumulating things, rather than simply grabbing them. The practical Virgo nature aides them in business as well; they are studious and sensible in business dealings, and they are skeptical off extravagant claims and promises. Because of their responsibility and attention to detail, people born under Virgo tend to be perfectionists. They may worry too much about small details, and they can seem demanding and critical. Their analytical nature and attention to duty can seem like nitpicking or pettiness if the people around them don't understand Virgo's desire for perfection.

Virgo rules the House of Health, and as a result people born under this Sign tend to be very health-conscious. They are concerned with diet and hygiene. Occasionally they may become hypochondriacs, and their concern with perfection may cause them to set unreasonable goals for themselves or maintain an unhealthy body image. Generally, however, Virgo's interest in health ensures they take good care of themselves and their bodies.

In their leisure time, Virgos often turn their interest in health into an exercise or fitness program. It is less important to them that exercise be interesting, so long as it is effective. Their perfectionism makes them strive to excel in whatever sport they choose. In love relationships, Virgo is devoted and sometimes jealous, but rarely flirtatious.

Virgo rules the intestines, pancreas, and gall bladder. People born under Virgo may be more susceptible to bowel or endocrine system upsets than people of other Signs. Since Virgo is an Earth Sign, its colors are reminiscent of earth and rocks: tan, grey, and yellow.

The great strength of the Virgo-born is in their attention to detail and their desire to be of service. They pick up on the little things that most other people miss. Their commitment to helping others makes them one of the most giving characters of the Zodiac.

The modest Virgin is not likely to get caught bouncing a check. Those born under this Sign are blessed with common sense and self-reliance and manage their money (and that of others) very well. As befits their cautious and reflective nature, Virgos like to size up a situation first, making them good business partners. These honest and trustworthy folks are also chronic worriers, so they'll definitely mind the store! A business with a Virgo involved will run like a finely-oiled machine since perfection is the name of the game.

The bottom line with Virgos is that they are very good with money. This suits their analytical mind! The accounts will always be in order, and they can really stretch a buck, being as measured as they are. The Virgin also hates to waste money. Having money in the bank is a bonus for Virgos since it will eliminate one more worry! This isn't the most important thing in life to the Virgin but every little bit helps. Virgos will definitely save for a rainy day and don't mind working hard to do so, especially since it keeps them from having to depend on others, a perennial Virgo concern.

The Virgin is also a budgeting magician, someone who knows how to live on little and still have fun. A Virgo can tell you that "some of the best things in life are free" and really mean it! Virgos are rarely big spenders, hate to borrow, and hate to lend money even more. About the only time they'll lend is to a family member in need or in a case where they're sure they'll get it back.

A regular paycheck is music to the Virgin's ears, and if it's paid weekly, even better. The vagaries of freelance work are quite unkind to the Virgo constitution, believing as they do that a bird in hand is worth a whole lot more. Let someone else play roulette with the paycheck!

The fun for Virgos isn't in spending money, it's in cultivating less tangible assets such as knowledge and friendship. Now that's golden!

You need to have a fair bit of patience with a Virgo pet, because these animals can be very picky! Finicky is their middle name, and it only begins at mealtime. Be sure to feed them simple food and to do it at the same time, every time. The Virgo pet is also prone to hypochondria, so they'll forever be wincing or yelping about this or that. Get used to it! That said, it can be easy to care for this pet if what you need is a stable routine. The Virgo pet will enjoy being walked at the same time every day and will appreciate its usual route, thank you very much. These animals are also neat and clean, so see to it that Kitty's box is as clean as your own bathroom. If not, this pet may soon be trading places! Other than the basics, the Virgo pet doesn't require much. This animal will not expect new toys, being much more fond of its well-worn staples. They also have a great attention to detail, something which makes them good guard animals. While the Virgo pet can seem demanding at times, it's only because these animals know what they want and are counting on you to give it to them. Keep things simple and consistent, and you'll both be happy!