Aquarius
January 21 – February 19
Your ringtone’s getting a little bit old. In the spirit of the new school year, change it up! Your lucky fruit is a peach.

Pisces
February 20 – March 20
If life is a highway, you are approaching a series of speed bumps. Keep your chin up! Your lucky fruit is an apple.

Aries
March 21 – April 20
Fight your post-lunch food coma as much as you can. You’ll need to stay focused in your fifth period class. Your lucky fruit is an orange.

Taurus
April 21 – May 20
If you’ve been looking for a way to stay even more organized this year, look to colors for a solution. Remember highlighters and Post-its are your friend! Your lucky fruit is a plum.

Gemini
May 22 – June 21
Don’t lose sight of the importance of staying hydrated, especially if you’re playing a fall sport–ditch the Gatorade and drink plenty of water. Your lucky fruit is a cherry.

Cancer
June 22 – July 23
With the start of school, this month will be riddled with great change so don’t be surprised if some things don’t go your way. Your lucky fruit is a pomegranate.

Leo
July 24 – August 23
It may be stressful settling back into school, but don’t forget to take some time to relax! Your lucky fruit is a pineapple.

Virgo
August 24 – September 23
Get some time to catch up with your friends whom you haven’t seen over the summer. Your lucky fruit is a kiwi.

Libra
September 23 – October 23
You’ll find yourself tempted to go out and buy food after school. Resist those temptations or else you’ll soon find your piggy bank empty! Your lucky fruit is a mango.

Scorpio
October 24 – November 22
Give your brain a workout by using your nondominant hand for as many tasks as you can. Your lucky fruit is a watermelon.

Sagittarius
November 23 – December 21
In studying for a test this week, take comfort in the fact that the stars are aligned in your favor. Your lucky fruits are grapes.

Capricorn
December 22 – January 20
Take a risk! Next time you order at a restaurant, order the 19th item on the menu. Your lucky fruit is a banana.

Aquarius January 21 – February 19

Take time to stop and smell the roses, or whatever else needs smelling. (The chocolate factory is a superb choice.) It will bring you the peace of mind you’ve been craving. Your lucky love song is “You and Me” by Lifehouse.

Pisces February 20 – March 20

Take the extra time this week to organize your room, your desk, or your schedule. It’ll pay off! Your lucky love song is “I’ll Make Love to You” by Boyz II Men.

Aries March 21 – April 20

Don’t stress out about school. Breathe in the flowers, blow out the candles. Have a study session to boost your motivation! Your lucky love song is “Without You” by Mariah Carey.

Taurus April 21 – May 20

Go to the circle by the student parking lot after sixth period on Monday, Feb 14th, for a lovely treat! The magic word is “thunderbolt.” Your lucky love song is “Always Love” by Nada Surf.

Gemini May 22 – June 21

This week, tell a different person every day that you love him or her. One can never feel too loved. Your lucky love song is “Love Me Like the World Is Ending” by Ben Lee.

Cancer June 22 – July 23

If you find a penny on the ground, refrain from picking it up. It’s not so lucky for you, dear Cancer! Skip it and let someone else pick it up. Your lucky love song is “With Love” by Jeff Bernat.

Leo July 24 – August 23

When you order a drink at Starbucks this week, tell the cashier that your name is Cupid to spread some love. Your lucky love song is “Can’t Help Falling In Love With You” by A*teens.

Virgo August 24 – September 23

Tomorrow, wear the bracelet you got from that special someone. It’ll bring you good luck and elicit some smiles! Your lucky love song is “If It’s Love” by Train.

Libra September 23 – October 23

Instead of complaining about school, your relationships, or your life in general, talk about what you do like. Your positive attitude will create a good vibe in the air for all those around you to experience. Your lucky love song is “Truly, Madly, Deeply” by Savage Garden.

Scorpio October 24 – November 22

This weekend, spread some love by making Facebook videos for those near and dear to you. This will warm your own heart, too. Your lucky love song is “Always” by Switchfoot.

Sagittarius November 23 – December 21

Try something new to spice up your life: go bald! You’ll feel refreshed and look great too! Your lucky love song is “The Scientist” by Coldplay.

Capricorn December 22 – January 20

Pay special attention to your breakfast on Wednesday of this week; you’ll need the energy for the busy day ahead of you. Your lucky love song is “Burning Love” by Wyonna.

We at the Mills Thunderbolt would like to wish you all a Happy Valentine’s Day!

Dear Readers,

In the earliest days of 2011, an astrologist’s remark created an uproar, proving that fame and scandal are no longer just part of pop culture. According to Parke Kunkle at the Minnesota Planetarium society, the Earth is now spinning on a new axis. However, this is nothing new to astrologers, who have followed the phenomenon of precession for many years. Precession is the movement that causes the planet to “wobble” on its axis. Each year, the earth’s axis shifts slightly, changing the planet’s position in relation to the constellations. This year, Earth has tilted 1/13 of a full axial cycle past its axis, which is enough to change the earth’s position and necessitate a reconfiguration of the zodiac dates. This change led to the recognition of the previously-ignored sign Ophiuchus, causing much distress as it moved everyone back one sign in the zodiac. In reality, Ophiuchus is old news to astrologers, who have been aware of its existence for quite some time now. The hubbub about its recent inclusion in the zodiac is simply the result of Mr. Kunkle’s proclamation of precession, which has long been known to the astrological world.

Before you begin panicking about your sign change (“Do I have a new personality now, too?” “But I just got a tattoo of a scale since I’m a Libra!”), take comfort in the fact that Americans’ signs have not changed. The concept of precession and its accompanying news about the addition of Ophiuchus only affects the sidereal system, which is based off of the stars. The Western world does not use this system; we use the tropical zodiac system, which follows the movement of the sun through the seasons. The introduction of Ophiuchus is purely concerned with Eastern astrology. As long as the seasons stay the same, so will your zodiac sign. So have no fear,  your zodiac sign remains the same!

Sincerely,

Stacey & Kat

Aquarius

January 21 – February 19
Look in your best friend’s locker tomorrow afternoon. You might find something you’ve recently lost. To increase your luck, eat Hawaiian potato.

Pisces

February 20 – March 20
This week, look forward to an academic success in your favorite class. To increase your luck, eat lentil curls.

Aries

March 21 – April 20
If your hair looks funny this week, don’t stress. Tell everyone that you encountered a belligerent garden gnome on your way to school. To increase your luck, eat dried mangoes.

Taurus

April 21 – May 20
When you are given a big assignment, look at the expression of the person sitting two seats behind you. His or her expression will be of importance to you sometime soon. To increase your luck, eat pumpkin pie.

Gemini

May 22 – June 21
Be wary of someone who offers you a bite of his or her sandwich. The person may have hidden intentions. To increase your luck, eat honey roasted peanuts.

Cancer

June 22 – July 23
Your patience will be tested in your English class this week, but “keep calm and carry on,” because you will be rewarded in some unexpected way. To increase your luck, eat Portobello mushrooms.

Leo

July 24 – August 23
Look for a seagull who is an outsider from its flock. Watch out! It may give you a delightful little surprise. To increase your luck, eat eggplant.

Virgo

August 24 – September 23
Pay extra attention to the announcements on Thursday; they may contain a special message for you. To increase your luck, eat vanilla frozen yogurt.

Libra

September 23 – October 23
If you see someone in a black coat making any mention of Harry Potter, join the conversation and attempt to Sort yourselves according to the four houses. You just might find a fellow Hufflepuff! To increase your luck, eat honey mustard pretzels.

Scorpio

October 24 – November 22
Start your 6th period homework on Monday, not Tuesday. You’ll need the extra time. To increase your luck, eat circus cookies.

Sagittarius

November 23 – December 21
The Christmas music you hear on your way to school this week will become the soundtrack to your holiday season. Pay attention and learn all the words. To increase your luck, eat s’mores.

Capricorn

December 22 – January 20
Dress your best on Tuesday, because a cutie may be watching you at lunchtime! Make sure to wink slyly to acknowledge him or her! To increase your luck, eat lasagna.