Faraway places are definitely favored at the beginning of the week, but even if you're not traveling to an exotic overseas destination, fortune and fun are still on your side. The optimism you bring with you is rewarded in a feat of instant karma now. But on thursday or friday, others: a companion, a rowmate, a ticket agent: may seem put on earth to try your patience. Keep calm and attempt to pass this test politely. The only problem you'll have this weekend is in making choices about what fascinating thing to do, or eat, or see next.