Guidance from the universe

Published 11:16 pm Monday, October 27, 2008

Let’s see what’s in the stars from today’s horoscope:

For Sen. Ted Stevens, a Scorpio, convicted of lying about gifts he received: “Don’t wait for someone else to take over or push you aside.” If Stevens has to serve any prison time, these will be words to live by when he meets Mad Dog, his 400-pound cellmate.

For Tyrone Willingham, a Capricorn: “Don’t run and hide, give up or move on because you can’t see a way out.” Sound advice, but instead he’s going to step down as UW football coach at the end of the year. The UW decided to force him out now rather than let him dangle before firing him at the end of the season. Wouldn’t want to give fans anything to look forward to.

For Boeing CEO Jim McNerney, a Leo: “You won’t be too popular at home, especially if you refuse to give in to someone’s demands.” This advice comes just as Boeing reached a tentative agreement with its Machinists. Hmmm …. Maybe McNerney finally struck a deal with the union so he could get out of the doghouse with the Mrs.