Long-time horoscope column comes to an end

Heather Zais dies

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Heather Zais

It's is with great sadness that we mark and mourn the passing of long-time Castanet horoscope columnist Heather Zais. Zais passed away May 9 at the age of 76 after a courageous battle with cancer. Her column appeared on Castanet for more than 20 years , as well as in other publications in the Okanagan Valley. We extend our condolences to her family and friends. We are currently looking for a horoscope column to continue the rich legacy Heather created with one of the most popular columns on our site and hope to have it in place soon.

This article is written by or on behalf of an outsourced columnist and does not necessarily reflect the views of Castanet.

Horoscope April 30-May 6

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OVERVIEW: Wishful thinking may become reality. Follow a path or procedure that you feel comfortable with. Gains can be more secure than first expected. Convert to cash in some areas. Avoid anything far out or promises too much. There is alway someone selling snake oil; scammers abound. Avoid crypto. Check out sales or unload excess stuff. Talks increase in relationships. Feelings intensify under the full moon. Make sure you are both on the same page as it could get awkward. Unexpected meetings or flirtations are fun or an interesting diversion; take it for what it is.

ARIES: You have high hopes. Focus some of this on improved income or recovery where needed.

TAURUS: Stand strong in your position or status. Others see that you belong there. Wait it out.

GEMINI: You are attractive and chatty as you explore relationships in personal or business.

CANCER: Discuss finances or assets with those who can help or give you proper advice etc.

LEO: You have private backing or support that gives you more confidence to step forward now.

VIRGO: Your dreams or ideas become interesting to others so lay out all the details for them.

LIBRA: You can lay down what you seek even if you have to count on others to follow through.

SCORPIO: Choose who you will mate or partner with. It could include a past or lost connection.

SAGITTARIUS: Off the cuff or unusual effort will play a role in what you do from now on in.

CAPRICORN: Look at ways for ease or increase in comfort. Work around obstacles or blocks.

AQUARIUS: Intuition and philosophy colour your words in one form or another. Interesting.

PISCES: You figure ways to improve decor or value for yourself or others. Check the cost.

This article is written by or on behalf of an outsourced columnist and does not necessarily reflect the views of Castanet.

Horoscope April 23-29

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OVERVIEW: Mercury continues in retrograde so there is this stop-go energy in the air. Many pause to consider if they should carry on their current path or change lanes. Weigh financial benefits or value assets before deciding. If losses can be cut, then do so. Certain things are past their best-before date. That can affect relationships as well. Some have delayed the inevitable. Feelings of attraction or love will help with choices of where happiness can be found. Be diplomatic and considerate with all involved.

ARIES: Chivalry is alive in you as you see what is needed and seek to provide it for them.

TAURUS: You can lay out a plan of action that you have been putting together. It looks OK.

GEMINI: Use your charm to get what you need now. Others are willing to participate.

CANCER: You turn up the heat in personal or business areas. You have been patient.

LEO: You are seen as the leader no matter who holds the position at this point. Relax.

VIRGO: Making a move can settle most of your uncertainty. You can choose near or far.

LIBRA: You gain some leeway as others see your way of thinking and step aside now.

SCORPIO: You take control in personal or business. Prove your point or procedures.

SAGITTARIUS: Get a handle on things even if you have to dodge or go around others.

CAPRICORN: Information allows you to wing it in areas normally more structured etc.

AQUARIUS: Make changes with home or environment. You need to feel settled now.

PISCES: Giving advice or showing others what to do will bring it all together for them.

This article is written by or on behalf of an outsourced columnist and does not necessarily reflect the views of Castanet.

Horoscope April 16-22

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OVERVIEW: Those who feel they can do what they want will have their wings clipped by some sort of authority or the law. The new moon solar eclipse is a reset point. Work with restrictions so you don’t hurt your reputation going forward. Plan better ways to have your say without being an emotional train wreck; that never looks good. Reality is what it is. Save face by working within current boundaries that provide stability or security. Buy some time where you can and meet with supporters. Mercury will be retrograde for the next three weeks reversing or delaying things. Avoid signing anything binding as it is subject to change.

ARIES: Adjust your emotional force to match the situation. You can still come out on top.

TAURUS: Intuition leads you to information or those who can provide it now. Make calls.

GEMINI: You are a smooth talker and can get yourself out of most sticky situations etc.

CANCER: Keeping feelings private is the best way to go until you get some feedback.

LEO: Allow others to share the limelight and it will add to your own improved status now.

VIRGO: The support you need is available if you follow the path already laid out. Chat.

LIBRA: Confidential info helps you plug leaks or prevent losses. Avoid taking a gamble.

SCORPIO: Make home or location choices for better operation. Others will be affected.

SAGITTARIUS: Soft conversations will shore up support in personal or business areas.

CAPRICORN: Distance yourself from matters you don’t control for now. Revisit later on.

AQUARIUS: Certain restrictions are actually a type of protection for you. Relax with it.

PISCES: Consider where you are headed long term and who or what moves with you.

This article is written by or on behalf of an outsourced columnist and does not necessarily reflect the views of Castanet.