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March 15-March 31, 2016

Volume 20 No. 3

Hudson County’s Bi-Weekly-Cultural, Lifestyle and Entertainment Publication In This Issue Pg. 2

Michale Graves

Pg. 3

Man in the Mirror

Pg. 9 On the Cover

Pg 14

ArtSCENE

Pg. 17

The Brightside

Pgs. 20-24

Hudson honors Women Leaders in Public Service and Government

By Sally Deering

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The expression “breaking through the glass ceiling,” refers to the invisible “barrier of advancement” that can snag a thriving career.

Most working women know the term and many break glass ceilings every day they are on the job by using their brains, wisdom and talents as effective leaders.

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Women’s History Month Page 1413 See page

On Wed, March 23, at 6 pm, the offices of the Hudson County Executive and Division of Cultural and Heritage Affairs will honor 15 Hudson women in a Women of Achievement tribute for Women’s History Month.

The honorees are community leaders who hold positions in public health and Cont’d on page 9

MICHALE GRAVES TALKS UPCOMING MAXWELL’S GIG, AND LIFE AFTER THE MISFITS

By Darren Paltrowitz As the lead singer of the 1990s reincarnation of the legendary punk band THE MISFITS, Michale Graves did his fair share of world tours and major label recordings. After moving on from THE MISFITS in 2000, the New Jersey native formed the band GRAVES with his former MISFITS Bandmate Dr. Chud. Graves. He then enlisted the U.S. Marines, and then was honorablydischarged due to a back injury. The singer has since kept active with a variety of musical projects including the band GOTHAM RD., a recording project with prowrestling icon VAMPIRO, Marky Ramone’s touring group BLITZKRIEG, and his own solo career.

In support of Graves’ upcoming appearance at Hoboken’s Maxwell’s

RVO: For someone thinking of coming to see you at Maxwell’s, what should they expect?

MG: A mix of classic music and a bunch of new stuff including songs from the new album When Worlds Collide.

Tavern on Sunday, April 24th, the prolific artist – who has released 10 albums in a four-year period – spoke to RIVER VIEW OBSERVER about his past, present and future. His latest studio effort is 2016’s When Worlds Collide, released through Graves’ own Hydraulic Entertainment.

RVO: What do you wish more people knew about Michale Graves?

MG: How much I enjoy and need contact with fans.

Touring is my favorite time – period. It allows me to really see inside the minds and hearts of those who mean the most to me. Also, I really appreciate the interest in the classic MISFITSera songs, but I really hope they have the chance to experience the new music we are doing.

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Michale Graves

RVO: Is this your first time performing in Hoboken?

Did you perform at Maxwell’s in its older incarnation?

MG: Actually, it has been a long time, but we can’t wait.

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MAN IN THE MIRROR

Backstage with David Santana, Hair & Makeup Designer for Stage & Screen Weehawken Resident talks about his Career and First Big Break on Broadway I remember signing a contract that said I would get paid if it goes to Broadway.

Then it won the Pulitzer Prize.”

Altogether, Santana spent 13 years with RENT both on Broadway and super-

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his work designing hair and make-up for RENT that took Santana from non-union gigs like music videos and indie films to AList projects with stars like Leonardo DiCaprio, Susan Sarandon, and Patrick Wilson.

It all began back in the early 1990s when Santana was asked to work without pay for a then unknown musical that was going Off Broadway. The show was RENT, a rock musical about life in the early 90s on the Lower East Side that reflected the culture of the times, and shared insights into the impact of the AIDS epidemic.

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MICHALE GRAVES Cont’d from page 2

RVO: You helped fund your Wanderer album through Kickstarter. Did you enjoy the crowdfunding process?

MG: We absolutely love engaging with fans in every way, especially these projects. We include very unique experiential pledge levels that create one-onone experiences for our fans.

RVO: You’re originally from Bergen County.

Having been all over the world as a musician, what is it that keeps you based in New Jersey all these years?

MG: Well, I have all of my family in New Jersey and that keeps me back “home.”

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Who was it that especially inspired you to do that?

MG: My business partner

RVO: Is there a professional accomplishment you’re most proud of?

MG: I think 10 albums in four years would be it, and I am proud of each and every one of them.

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MAN IN THE MIRROR

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After RENT, Santana did other Broadway plays and musicals including ALL MY SONS, THE ICEMAN COMETH, and BOOK OF MORMON. “Now I’m doing only film and TV,” Santana says. “I’m working on GOTHAM these days. It’s very creative and very fun.”

Santana doesn’t like

to play favorites, but he admits one of his favorite actors to work with is Patrick Wilson, the star of A GIFTED MAN. “He’s awesome,” Santana says. “He’s a respectful gentleman, a family man.

There was a mutual respect between us; he allowed me to do my job well.”

Santana spends long days on set – 14-16 hours -- making actors look their parts. He has to be on set two hours before the crew, which means sometimes being on set at 3 or 4 am.

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MAN IN THE MIRROR Cont’d from page 5 no tight little details,” Santana says, “you gotta do Madame Butterfly. Film is less. HD picks up every single detail. It’s nude and natural. It should be realistic.”

There have been some career challenges like the

time Santana worked on the boxing film, LIGHTS OUT and had to jump in and out of the ring after each take.

“There was (fake) blood everywhere,” Santana says.

“That was a hard show because physically it was demanding.”

Santana says he loves what he does and sometimes it surprises him that his creative dream came true.

“Coming from a poor family, I felt like there was no light at the end of the tunnel,” Santana says.

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By Sonia Owchariw Most children fear the dentist. Whether it’s the sound of the drill or the feel of the pic when the hygienist cleans their teeth, the experience of seeing a dentist can cause great anxiety and frighten children to tears. Three dentists from Bayonne Family Dental address this issue by bringing the dentist office to the classroom.

Drs. Peter Fuentes, Salvatore Pavone, and Marissa Halum have teamed up to form On Site Dental: a Mobile Dental Team, where they visit local schools to give school children dental exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and preventative sealants to ensure better dental health.

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The team performs onsite dental exams because many schoolchildren seem to be missing school because of toothaches and many have never been to a dentist.

“One of our big movements is preventative dental care before problems arise,” Dr. Fuentes says.

Dental hygiene and regular check-ups are important to overall dental health and to prevent gum disease and tooth decay, Dr. Fuentes, who has been practicing dentistry in Bayonne since 2009, says.

“We become their nutritional and health care provider,” Dr. Fuentes says.

“Teachers love it and kids spend less time missing

school.’’

The On Site Dental Team’s main goal is to raise awareness of the importance of oral health and preventative dental care starting when children are very young.

“People are shocked to find out that American Dental Association says a child’s first check-up should be at one year of age,” Dr. Fuentes says.

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Dr. Peter Fuentes examines a young students teeth at Bayonne’s Horace Mann School Dr. Peter Fuentes, Dr. Salvatore Pavone and Dr. Marissa Halum, Bayonne Family Dental’s On Site Mobile Team seen here at a recent visit to Horace Mann School in Bayonne

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Cont’d from Cover government. In a ceremony at the Justice William J. Brennan Courthouse on Newark Avenue in Jersey City, Hudson County Executive Tom DeGise will give the women medals and proclamations for making a different in their community.”

“This year’s celebration of our County’s Women of Achievement is one we all take pride in,” said Hudson County Executive Tom DeGise. “Because it is focused on the huge impact women have made and continue to make in our community through public service.”

Hudson’s salute to women in public service and

government follows the National Women’s History Project’s Women’s History Month 2016 theme which “honors women who have shaped America’s history and its future through their public service and government leadership. Although often overlooked and undervalued, collectively they have dramatically influenced our public policy and the building of viable institutions and organizations.

From championing basic human rights to ensuring access and equal opportunity for all Americans, they have led the way in establishing a stronger and more democratic country.”

WOMEN HONOREES North Bergen’s

Janet Castro is the Director and State Licensed Health Officer for the Township’s Public Health Services department; and the first woman ever appointed to that position in North Bergen’s history. As Director, Castro oversees the operation of North Bergen’s Public Health Services like environmental health, communicable disease, animal control, vital statistics and emergency response. As the first woman director for the Public Health Services department, Castro walks a path no woman has taken before. The public health industry was a maledominated industry up to a decade ago, she says.

Castro put in the time and perseverance necessary to work her way up the ladder; where started as a Health Inspector.

“I worked hard and I had a vision, which was to be in the position I hold today,” Castro says. “We are a great team of leaders, and I have supervisors who help me run the ship. In essence, I’m a leader but not without the help of my team. I couldn’t do it alone.”

Castro runs the office with professionalism and a gender-neutral leadership, she says. Anyone can be an effective leader, male or female.

“Lead with knowledge, wisdom and experience,” Castro says. “That said, I think an added bonus to being a woman in a leadership position is that we bring a little compassion to the table. That sets us apart as women leaders.”

Being a woman in a leadership position also means going above and beyond

to show others you’re the right person for the job.

“In essence, it keeps me on my toes and it’s humbling,” Castro says, “I know I have to continue to learn and expand my knowledge.”

Castro joins an impressive list of Women of Achievement who will be honored at the March. 23rd ceremony in Jersey City.

They are: Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez of Secaucus President of the Guttenberg Board of Education Rebecca Vasquez Kearny Council President Carol Jean Doyle Kearny Councilwoman Eileen Eckel, Chair of Fire Cont’d on page 11

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Assemblywoman Annette Chaparro of Hoboken who represents the 33rd Legislative District Secaucus Councilwoman Susan Pirro, liaison to the town’s Animal Shelter, Board of Health, and Office of Emergency Management Director of West New York Senior Affairs Benita Caridad “Cary” Parets

Executive Director of the Guarini Institute for Government and Leadership at Saint Peter’s University Leila Sadeghi, Ph.D. who works to foster discussion around timely and relevant public policy issues that impact New Jersey citizens.

Administrative Clerk for Harrison Mayor’s Office Joan Woods, who oversees social programs and senior services President of the Hoboken Public Education Foundation Shirael Pollack of Hoboken which aims to support Hoboken public schools through private funding.

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Festival Michele Sorvino, who also started a philanthropic arm of the festival to raise awareness for autism.

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ArtSCENE a Go-to Guide to Hudson Art March, & Beyond VISUAL ARTS

BAYONNE COMMUNITY MUSEUM, 229 Broadway, BAY.Opening reception Fri, Apr. 8 at 7 pm. Additional viewings 12 noon to 4 pm on Sat, Apr 9 & Sun, Apr 10.

THE ART CIRCLE OF BAYONNE’S Spring Show opens with over 63 artists displaying all media of art from glass fusing, jewelry, sculptures, dolls, woodworking, paintings, photography and many more. The show is free and open to the public. For more info, call 201-424-4016. (Pictured: Participating artists)

ISSYRA GALLERY, Neuman Leather Building, 300 Observer Highway, HOB. (917) 922-690/, (201) 459 -0700; www.issyragallery. com. Art, LIVE Music and Culture “rencontres”: EVERY Friday & Saturday. 9 pm-late. Byob)

MANA CONTEMPORARY, 818 Newark Ave, JC, (201) 604-2702, www. manacontemporary.com.

Now through Aug. 1: THE T’ANG HORSE: ANTHONY QUINN. Curated by Ysabel Pinyol. “…an exhibition of Anthony Quinn’s own art, accompanied by a selection of pieces from his vast collection

of pieces from his vast personal collection that he acquired throughout his life and travels. Known primarily as an actor, Anthony Quinn was also an accomplished visual artist. Over the course of his long life he produced an extensive oeuvre of paintings, drawings and sculptures. At the same time, Quinn was a voracious and obsessive collector, amassing a personal collection of more than 3,000 objects that included art works, rare books, antiques, African masks, decorative eggs and an array of found objects such as rocks and fragments of coral.”

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Hours: noon to 5 pm, TuesSun; and by appointment to see the exhibitions. Through April 2: KILL YOUR IDOLS, exhibition by Chris Bors, one of three Winter Artists in Residence at Guttenberg Arts.: Bors says: “My graphic, post-pop, conceptual paintings feature a mash-up of images and text, in which any visuals or themes are fair game for repurposing. I often appropriate logos from hardcore punk bands or use altered text based on song titles, underground or pop culture, or the inner-workings and politics of the art world. They are meticulously hand painted to resemble silkscreen prints, political advertising, or t-shirt graphics…”

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Michael Scoggins: I LOVE YOU, BUT YOU MAKE ME COMPLETELY CRAZY. “Galerie Ernst Hilger presents a husband and wife artist couple examining how their respective creative outputs exist both together and separately. I LOVE YOU, BUT YOU MAKE ME COMPLETELY CRAZY explores the depths and idiosyncrasies of human connection and isolation. This exhibition exposes two sides of a marriage to examine how the personal, domestic life, with all its wavering heights of bliss and depths of despair, intersects with the studio life in its own unpredictable roller coaster.

Gingrow and Scoggins have been partnered since 2005 and in that time have always maintained very separate practices. This exhibition brings together two bodies of work that, though created in the private space of each partner’s respective heart, head, and studio, demonstrate the paths we all walk seemingly alone, but never without the influence of the lives around us, for better or for worse.”

VICTORY HALL DRAWING ROOMS, 180 Grand St, JC. (201) 208-8032. www.drawingrooms.org. Feb. 19-Mar. 27: PROJECT ROOMS, group show featuring Kimberly Wiseman, Beatrice Mady, Tom McGlynn, Bruce Halpin, and more…Gallery hours:

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OUT OF TOWN HAPPENINGS

Fri, Mar. 18, SHADES OF A WOMAN.

BRIGHTSIDE TAVERN, 141 Bright St, JC. Mondays, 8 – 11 pm: OPEN JAZZ JAM WITH THE BRIGHTSIDE TRIO.

EXHIBITIONS

LIBERTY SCIENCE CENTER, Liberty State Park, 222 Jersey City Boulevard, JC. (201) 200-1000; www.lsc.org.

Now showing in the IMAX Theater: Shown daily at 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:30 pm; Weekends at 10 am, 11:30 am, and 4:30 pm. ANTARCTICA 3D: ON THE EDGE. “See the frozen continent as never before.

Its intricate ecosystems and icy, breathtaking landscapes are captured in the first 3D film ever shot in Antarctica.”

military aviators in United States history. FLY, a theatrical action-adventure, beautifully employs dance and video projection to illuminate the tremendous courage and resilience of the Tuskegee Airmen.

From training to combat, experience the anguish, fears and triumphs of a brotherhood who fought for freedom abroad—and at home. Thrilling, inspired and uplifting, FLY soars.”

MUSIC

NEWARK MUSEUM, 49 Washington St, Newark, NJ. (973) 596-6550; www.newarkmuseum.org. Now showing: KOREA, LAND OF THE DIAMOND MOUNTAINS. “The exhibit features more than 60 works that represent the Museum’s holdings of nearly 500 Korean objects, showcasing the power and majesty of Korean art over the centuries. The installation celebrates the silver anniversary of the Museum’s Korean Gallery and includes objects on loan from private collections, never before made available to the public.

The reinstalled permanent galleries, on the 3rd floor of the North Wing, consist of works ranging from 57 BCE to the present day—including Buddhist and Confucian ritual objects, Shamanic and courtly works, and contemporary art.”

NEW VICTORY THEATER, 209 W. 42 St, NYC. (646) 223-3010; www.newvictory. org. Mar 11-27: FLY. “The year is 1944: Allied forces liberate Rome; British and U.S. troops storm the beaches of Normandy; and, on an airfield in Alabama, four brave young men join the first black

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ALWAYS LOOK ON THE BRIGHTSIDE Brightside Tavern for Hip Entertainment and Cool Comfort Food

A welcoming, Jersey City Neighborhood Eatery

By Sally Deering

E

verybody in Jersey City seems to know Tommy “Two Scoops” Parisi – the owner of a cozy ice cream parlor in downtown Jersey City and the Brightside Tavern on Bright Street, a block from the Jersey City Museum.

For the past 4-1/2 years, Parisi has nurtured this neighborhood eatery with his own personal touch.

Open and spacious, the Brightside Tavern features a large modern bar with several flat screen TVs on the walls and plenty of elbow room; and, in the dining room, linen-clan tables face a stage set up with a piano and several microphones.

Entertainment is a big part of the Brightside experience and Parisi is both businessman and supporter of the local art scene. In the evenings, the dining room sizzles with live entertainment like Monday night Jazz Jams, Thursday night Open Mics, and Karaoke and Dance on Friday and Saturday nights. There are comedy nights, too.

“We’ve had film festivals, gospel brunches, drag queen brunches, trivia nights, paint & sip nights,” Parisi says. “We had a film festival here where they screened moves in the

upstairs dining room and gave out awards.”

Brightside Tavern Entrance

Texan Burger Parisi likes to think of the Brightside Tavern as the “Cheers” of Jersey City; it even says so on the menu which features a smorgasbord of Appetizers, Pizzas, Sandwiches, Burgers, Soups, Salads, Pastas, Entrees and Desserts.

A sampling of appetizers includes Brightside Chili, Fried Pickles, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Loaded Tater Tots, Bacon Mac & Cheese, Mozzarella Wedges, Crab Cakes, Shrimp Crostini, Crispy Calamari, Steamed Mussels (red or white), and Crab, Beef, and Turkey Sliders ($7-$14).

Pizzas feature the Margherita, Buffalo Chicken, Shrimp & Garlic, and “Build your Own” ($9$13).

“Our personal pizzas are phenomenal,” Parisi says.

Burgers include the Turkey, Veggie, Texan (BBQ sauce, bacon and crispy onion), Quesadilla, and the Too Hot Burger with spicy chipotle mayo, caramelized onion, pickled jalapenos and pepper jack cheese ($11-$14). For Sandwiches,

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choices include Grilled Salmon Wrap, Skirt Steak, Eggplant Panini, and Fish Tacos ($10-$14).

In the mood for pasta?

The Cheese Ravioli, Bacon Mac & Cheese, Penne a la Vodka, and Cajun Trio Pasta are featured ($13-$19).

Entrees include Pan Roasted Chicken Breast, Chicken Marsala, Chicken Francese, Fish & Chips, Skirt Steak, Pecorino & Pecan Crusted Tilapia, BBQ Baby Back Ribs and Atlantic Grilled Salmon ($15-$20).

“Our Grilled Salmon dish is out of this world,” Parisi says. “Our Cajun Trio Pasta ranks right up there with any top restaurant; and my Fish Tacos are fabulous.”

Dessert-wise, Brightside offers a Flourless Chocolate Cake, Apple Pie a la Mode, Bread Pudding and (of course) Homemade Gelato ($8). Sunday Brunch is served 11 am-5 pm and comes with free Mimosas and Bloody Marys for $20.

A big place, the bar seats 60; the dining room has tables for 45-60; and there’s a private upstairs lounge for private parties that has games like darts, shuffleboard, foosball, and ping pong.

Tommy “Two Scoops” Parisi

The Brightside bar

Apple Pie ala Mode Running a restaurant and bar as well as an ice cream shop is no game, but Tommy says he enjoys interacting with his guests and giving them a good time to remember.

Several customers posted reviews of their experiences at Brightside Tavern on Yelp. Here’s a sampling, the first from Vee H. of Buffalo, New York: “We’ve been back to Brightside several weekends for brunch and only like this place more on each subsequent visit. Friendly staff, bright and open bar area, great food. I order the classic breakfast - eggs, bacon, hash browns and a side of French toast for $11…My dining companion has tried several of the other offerings - burgers, omelets, biscuits and gravy - and has

been stuffed and satisfied with each.”

Bevin R. of Manhattan posted this: “We LOVE the Brightside Tavern! My husband and I had a very small wedding in May 2015 at City Hall, and wanted to have a party months down the road to host our friends and celebrate (about 100 people total). When my husband called to ask if they do events, he was immediately put in touch with the owner, Tommy, who was very nice and extremely helpful. We met with him months before the event to go over logistics.

The prices are very reasonable and the Brightside can provide you with anything and everything you might need to host an event/party (good stereo system, ping pong and foosball tables and shuffleboard, big screen televisions, screens for slideshows, piano, private bar, private restroom, and even private smoking deck, etc.).”

Michael R. of Staten Island wrote this on Yelp. com: “Tommy the owner is fantastic! He let our 6 lunatic children sing karaoke and play the piano...

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ALWAYS LOOK ON THE BRIGHTSIDE

Cont’d from page 16 the food selection is bonkers....from brunch to fried calamari all the way to shrimp po’ boys and risotto...this place has it all...DEFINITELY COME AND CHECK IT OUT! We live in Staten Island and will be back soon!”

On a computer hooked up to one of the flat screen TVs, Parisi types a personalized message to one of his guests at the bar. On the flat screen, it runs like ticker-tape underneath a music video of Frank Sinatra singing

“That’s Life!” The guest smiles and thanks Tommy for the shout-out on her way out.

“I enjoy giving people a great night out; and people seem to love what we do here,” Tommy says.

“Sometimes I get bored, but then a crowd of people walks in and I’m on a high.”

If you go The Brightside Tavern 141 Bright St, JC (201) 435-1234 www.brightsidetavern.com

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Kennedy Dancers a non-profit professional dance co and dance school says “ Come put on your dancing shoes” and join us for our Ballroom Social Nights every third Saturday in March and April 2016 held here at our studio 79 Central Avenue Jersey City, NJ 07306, admission is only $10.00.

Dates and Times: Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM Saturday, April 16, 2016 from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM Admission includes the aforementioned minilesson, drinks, and refreshments.

All age groups are invited to come and join us.

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STARGAZINE Mar.2016 Aries- March 21 - April 19 In the spirit of forgiveness the ninth house activity suggests a new phase shall begin in your life. You are a righteous personality and do unto others as you wish to receive. However, judging others by your values has left you disenchanted. The astral advice suggests you realize that not everyone shares your sense of fairness. Go forth in harmony!! All is well!

Leo -July 23 - August 22 A friend from the past returns and shakes up your life. You never thought that you would connect again and it is bitter sweet because sad memories come to mind. This friendship should be a sometime connection and will never be the same as it once was. Chalk it up to another day, another time. Always forgive and always love!!

Sagittarius -Nov. 22 - Dec. 21 Just a note from the Universe!

Things are not as bad as they seem. The astral advice suggests you stop watching the news and listening to the negative pundits. The world has always been in some type of turmoil. We just hear about it quickly and repeatedly. You are healthy and happy so a little bit of gratitude is in order! Go forth with confidence.

Taurus- April 20 - May 20 After a certain point in our lives we can decide to sit back and relax. That is not the time and place for retirement. No matter what age you are chronologically as Spring arrives you begin a new positive phase in your life, financially, personally, and above all spiritually!

Over an imaginary mountain is a field where dreams may be realized.

Virgo -August 23 - Sept. 22 Love is in the air and it isn’t spring yet. You are focused on health and beauty and others are noticing a positive change.

Those unattached Virgo’s will find a perfect mate in the next three months. Those Virgo’s with someone will intensify their love and happiness.

Enjoy!!

Libra-Sept. 23 - October 22 A new and powerful phase of life has begun and you must grasp the opportunities with both hands. Walk thru the door of happiness and love. You deserve the best and this is the time to accept the reality that all aspects of your life have improved. Enjoy!

Scorpio - October 23 - Nov. 21 You have been giving mixed signal to your friends and family. It seems that you are always too busy to save time for important life events. This will come painfully evident when they become unavailable for you socially. This warning is to make you aware that you are loved and needed and may have been overlooking those most near and dear to you. Accept all invitations and show up with a smile and a gift. They love you still!

Capricorn -Dec. 22 - Jan. 19 This is the year of the Fire Monkey in Chinese astrology. So buckle your emotional seatbelt. Even if you don’t like drama some will find you. Be ready and beware! Although things won’t be smooth sailing for the next few months you will come out better than ever

by May. Aquarius -Jan. 20 - Feb. 18 It is time to settle all debts with family members. Lay down your sword. You can no longer afford to be in constant battle mode Relax and release. Ask yourself what is the best way to bring peace in your family. It may be you need to say goodbye. Any decision is better than the current situation. Peace!

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