why it works

In this relationship you're the voice of reasonable authority your rebellious Aquarius has always secretly longed to hear. You often get stuck in a rut, but the out-of-the-box thinking your Aquarius can supply will spark some brand-new possibilities in your life, Capricorn. He can be a space case, flying around without a shred of practicality to anchor him. When he sees the efficient way you take care of business, he's intrigued and struck with admiration again and again. You can push each other to greater heights of achievement and create a happy home base. The lovely balance of structure and silliness you create together makes you excellent co-parents.

what you have to work on

Capricorn, the past often captivates you—in fact, nostalgia can turn into a quagmire you have a hard time escaping. Your Aquarius can get so caught up in making plans for a brighter future that he entirely forgets where he's been. Not living in the present very often can be quite counterproductive when two people are trying to build a life together. You'll freak out at his insistence on breaking as many rules as it takes for him to achieve his goals—after all, he can just make new ones. He will wonder how you can bear to climb so slowly up the hill, without the amusing diversions he considers so essential. You tend to repress your eccentricities, while he exploits his constantly and lives to shock other people, especially you. His crowd of crazy friends will become tiresome for you, since you prefer to keep your social circle small and exclusive.

how to make it last

Get out and treat life like an adventure. Yes, you'll both have to leave your cherished offices and switch gears—a feat neither of you does easily. Have fun together as far afield as possible, and try to keep things to a dull roar when you get back home. Capricorn, make sure you get back from the office at a reasonable time and suggest he send his friends home before you cross the welcome mat. You've always wondered what it's like to walk on the wild side, Capricorn, so let your Aquarius show you the way. Help him stay on task when he begins to get too caught up in his social scene. Don't get so controlling about your 10-year plan that you block the beautiful surprises and unplanned twists that Aquarius adds to the formula.

your song

"Save the Last Dance for Me" by the Drifters

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