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street roots 16 Aug. 3, 2012 <811 B H i Children deserve an opportunity to succeed in school and life, which is tied to having a stable home. S' Original artwork from The Hand That Takes by Eric Drooker, courtesy of WRAP (Western Regional Advocacy Project) day. The ant, you see, is so tiny that it never reaches a rate of velocity that could kill it. You on the other hand, need to keep your freefalls in check. Much to be learned from a mouse this month. Their Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Travel with wild abandon soft skulls and bean-bag-like body structure allow them to squeeze through a whole only a quarter of an throughout August. Doesn’t mean you have to go anyplace expensive or far, but make each trip count, even Inch wide. So the next time an opportunity comes your if it’s just to the take out the trash. All you have to do is way, even the tiniest of openings, take advantage of drop off the cart and keep walking all the way to the wild side. your soft skull. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 23) Your moons are alligning nicely this summer and right in synch with that Libra Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Seagulls can drink both fresh you’ve been eyeing lately. Don’t wait until the stars are and saltwater. Something to take from that: Maybe you perfect to make the move. Those molecular clouds of should be more flexible in ways those around you are not. hubris will only play with you for a while before they’re on Or maybe you shouldn’t drink saltwater, ‘cause that will kill their Milky Way. Listen to the butterflies in your stomach you. instead. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Sorry - Soup Can has become Capricorn (Dec. 24-Jan. 19) Learn a new language this a black hole for odd facts this week, but let’s make this work, shall we! For Heaven’s sake - if an ant can survive month: Japanese, Bali or even Compassionese. Don’t worry if you’re saying things perfectly right away. It can a fall from the Empire State Building, you can surely take a lifetime to become fluent, but your tongue will thank endure the little setback that’s lurking around the corner. Managed properly, you’ll be back in the saddle the same you! Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Do not let the sharks drag you down. This is the summer you will learn surfing! So, seriously, don’t let the sharks drag you down. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) You will laugh more in the coming month than you thought possible. Sadly, a lot of it will be that creepy maniacal laugh that explodes on the cusp of a psychotic break. Don’t worry: This is not to be feared or avoided. You, however, should be avoided at all costs until the 19th. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Aries (March 21-April 19) Keep your eyes peeled. Take a break from the millions of terabytes at the gate and steer clear of computerized stimulation this week. It will be there when you return. Taurus (April 20-May 20) This month - get old! Old clothes, old music, old friends, old hop’s and old school, baby! Ancient grains, antique earings and aged whiskey. And while you’re at it, pull out that old carefree attitude we haven’t seen for a while. It could use some airing out. Gemini (May 21-June 20) Cancer (June 21-July. 22) Thrust more, parry less. Street Roots, 211 NW Davis, Portland, OR, 97209 Street Roots is a 501 (e)3, nonprofit organization. Your donation may be tax deductible. Or donate securely online at www.streetroots.org
