ARIES (March 21-April 19): On the 5th and 6th, make constructive changes that will help you improve your standard of living. Stay within budget and stick to your plans, even if someone tries to persuade you otherwise. Keep your emotions under control on the 7th and 8th. Keep personal situations a secret, and refrain from letting anything or anyone infringe on your productivity. Your success will be what counts. Take a closer look at your current position and lifestyle on the 9th, 10th and 11th, and you will recognize what needs to be done in order to gain greater satisfaction and happiness. The changes you make and the skills or knowledge you pick up will make a difference in the future.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Venture into new territory on the 5th and 6th. A new adventure or sharing with people from different backgrounds will be enlightening and help you make a decision. A secret is likely to be disclosed on the 7th and 8th. Damage control may be required if you have been skirting an issue that needs to be addressed. Honest, direct communication will help. Make plans to visit, travel or take part in events that interest you on the 9th, 10th and 11th, and you will find an enjoyable pastime that will help you grow mentally, spiritually or financially. Romantic developments are likely if you share your emotions and feelings. Put love, family and socializing at the top of your list.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Promises must be dealt with carefully on the 5th and 6th. Whether you are the one making the promise or vice versa, make sure that the details are concise. Emotions may sway you in an unexpected direction on the 7th and 8th. Before you engage in a joint venture or trip outside your area, consider all the pros and cons. Stay within your budget. Self-improvement projects you begin on the 9th, 10th and 11th will pay off. Expect to receive recognition, compliments and proposals. Someone is likely to show signs of jealousy. Don't let anything or anyone stand between you and your personal goals. Set your standards high, and refuse to live in the past.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Protect your home, family and assets on the 5th and 6th. Be reluctant to make impulsive changes that can upset a relationship that means a lot to you. Focus on unity and working with others to reach your goals. If you don't expect anything from anyone on the 7th and 8th, you won't be disappointed. An emotional matter can be costly if you aren't reasonable regarding your pursuits. Relationships will get a boost on the 9th, 10th and 11th. Do your best to clear up any issues that have been pending. Opportunities will develop through the discussions you have with a personal or business partner. Make a romantic gesture that will make a lasting impression and bring you joy.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Follow your heart on the 5th and 6th. Get involved in projects or friendships that will bring you the experience you require to make a positive change in your life or the way you do things. Learn from the people and the situations you encounter on the 7th and 8th. Take one step at a time and ask questions if something doesn't make sense to you. Taking the safe route is a good idea. Demands and added responsibilities can be expected on the 9th, 10th and 11th. Do whatever you can to complete your chores so you can attend an event or activity that will help ease stress and bring you joy. Rewards are within reach, and your hard work will lead to better times.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Lock up your cash before you leave the house on the 5th and 6th. Impulse purchases must not be made. You can have fun without spending exorbitant amounts to boost your ego or your cravings. On the 7th and 8th, getting together with someone will lead to valuable information. Network or share ideas with your peers, but don't let your emotions come between what's best and what you want. Collaborate and contribute, and you'll reach your goal. Socializing with friends or that special someone will lead to greater stabilization in your personal life on the 9th, 10th and 11th. Make changes that will enhance your appearance, surroundings or environment.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Controversy is apparent on the 5th and 6th. Pick your battles wisely. Keeping the peace will be difficult, and meddling and interference can be expected. Consider making changes at home that will help lower your overhead and secure your personal position on the 7th and 8th. Anger will mount if you try to avoid responsibilities. Don't mix business with pleasure or let one area of your life suffer because of another. Upgrading or altering your living arrangements to accommodate a profitable service or project will help you improve what you have to offer on the 9th, 10th and 11th. Implement a healthier regime or lifestyle that will boost your energy and confidence.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Get out and have some fun on the 5th and 6th. Surround yourself with people you know and trust. Express your feelings, but give others the option to do as they please. Avoid arguments by not taking part. A last-minute change on the 7th and 8th must not upset your plans. Use your imagination, and you will find a way to continue to move in a positive direction and accomplish your goals. Concentrate on your partnerships on the 9th, 10th and 11th, and you will avoid being surprised by the changes someone makes. Being informed and discussing possibilities will leave you more maneuverability when it comes time to make an important decision.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Mixing the old with the new will raise questions that you may not want to answer on the 5th and 6th. Keep your past a secret until you have established your current position. Introducing a skill you have to a project you've been given will put you into the spotlight on the 7th and 8th. Make sure you have prepared properly and that your presentation is foolproof. On the 9th, 10th and 11th, getting together with old friends will not turn out to be as fruitful as you hoped. You are better off leaving the past behind and forging ahead into the future with a fresh start. Someone from your past is likely to confuse you or upset your current personal situation.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Use emotional tactics to get your way on the 5th and 6th, but don't make impulsive moves that will upset friends, relatives or your neighbors. How you deal with people will make a difference to the outcome. Proceed with caution on the 7th and 8th. Injury, arguments and small mishaps or annoyances will set you back emotionally, physically or financially. Slow down and make wise choices. Make special plans for the 9th, 10th and 11th that include favored individuals. Open your doors and show your generosity and hospitality. A decision you make or a change to your residence will make your life easier and more convenient. Romance is highlighted.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Go about your business without making a fuss or attracting attention on the 5th and 6th, and you will avoid anyone trying to restrict or coerce you into doing things you don't want to do. Get ready to implement changes to the way you do things or earn your living on the 7th and 8th. Taking it upon yourself to develop, define and present what you have to offer will pay off in terms of the experience you get and the recognition you receive. Don't allow an emotional situation to ruin your plans on the 9th, 10th and 11th. Choose a path that will not lead to confrontation but will allow you to explore possibilities that can help you improve your financial position and reputation.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Ask for favors and take part in events that allow you to interact with people looking for similar information, knowledge and solutions on the 5th and 6th. You will find a way to get things done and advance in your chosen industry. A change made at work or pertaining to a job you are applying for will favor you on the 7th and 8th. Speak up and share your concerns, and someone will take notice and be impressed with your insight. A new and exciting opportunity is apparent on the 9th, 10th and 11th. Your past experience will weigh in now and will make a difference when it comes to your personal life and the way you move forward in the future emotionally and financially.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Invest in your concerns as well as your skills, knowledge and any means to improve your income on the 29th. Find out information firsthand on the 30th and 31st. Go directly to the source, and make any adjustments required to help you avoid interference. Dealing with institutions may be misleading if you aren't specific and ask for particular details. Bide your time on the 1st and 2nd. Listen carefully, and refrain from getting into discussions that are controversial or that might influence your status or reputation. Don't feel obligated to donate or help others on the 3rd and 4th. You need a moment to collect your thoughts and reassess what it is you want to accomplish this year.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Make changes based on the information you gather on the 29th. Altering the way you handle your money or what you invest in will ensure that you protect what you already have. Travel plans or setting up meetings regarding your future can be put into play on the 30th and 31st. Ending the year with plans that can help you better your life next year will give you something to celebrate. Spending time with someone you love or taking time out to make personal improvements that will help you enter the upcoming year with confidence should be your goal on the 1st and 2nd. A unique approach or proposal will make an impression and help you advance on the 3rd and 4th.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): On the 29th, deal with personal or professional partnerships that need an adjustment so you can prepare for the end-of-year festivities without feeling guilty or stressed. Taking care of year-end tax concerns, settlements, contracts or legal issues on the 30th and 31st will ensure that you will not experience unnecessary loss next year. Enjoy friends and family on the 1st and 2nd. The information you share will spark ideas and interest that can push you in a unique direction. Embrace change, and consider new ways to offer your services. Don't believe everything you hear on the 3rd 4th. A realistic look at a situation at home or work will help you move forward sensibly.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): If you want something, ask for it on the 29th. Don't let emotional self-deception stand between you and your desires. Put your heart on the line on the 30th and 31st by taking action regarding your relationships with peers, relatives and lovers. A change is apparent; in order to keep peace and harmony in your life, you must address concerns head-on. On the 1st and 2nd, improve your future by setting up a budget that will help you build a financial safety net. Moderation will help you start the year off on the right foot. On the 3rd and 4th, an idea you have regarding developing your skills, talents or education will help you reach your expectations as the year progresses.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Think about the future and the changes you want to make on the 29th. Take a moment to acknowledge friends and those you want to spend more time with. On the 30th and 31st, make plans regarding how you are going to celebrate the end of one year and the beginning of the next. Make sure you don't spend more than you can afford. Start the year feeling good about your finances. An emotional issue is likely to arise if someone isn't happy with the way you have handled your responsibilities on the 1st and 2nd. Revisit legal, financial or medical concerns on the 3rd and 4th, and strategize how to proceed. It's important to have a plan before you move forward.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don't let your emotions take over on the 29th. Someone you care about may not see your situation clearly. You'll be better positioned to take care of matters that concern serious discussions on the 30th and 31st. Don't hold back if there is something you believe will help the relationships you have with children, your lover or even one of your peers. A change to the way you earn money or handle your cash flow should be put into play on the 1st and 2nd. Once you have a handle on the way to budget, it will make the upcoming year much easier. An emotional issue will not be as it appears on the 3rd and 4th. Don't commit to anything until you have all the pertinent facts.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Consider your options with regard to how you earn your living on the 29th. Not everyone will agree with your choice, but you have to follow your heart. Discussing your plans with someone with experience or authority in an area that interests you will help reassure that you are making a good choice on the 30th and 31st. A domestic problem that develops on the 1st and 2nd will lead to an unexpected change. Accept the inevitable without getting angry, and prepare to move on. The outcome will be to your benefit. On the 3rd and 4th, getting back to your roots will help you put what's happening around you in perspective, allowing you greater insight into future prospects.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stay on target and say what needs to be said on the 29th, and you will finish whatever needs doing before the year comes to a close. A little adventure should be scheduled on the 30th and 31st. Whether you make a personal change or try something new, it will boost your confidence and your energy level. Opportunity knocks on the 1st and 2nd, and you must be ready to take advantage of whatever is offered. Travel, dealing with experts or finding out what your options are will help you excel. On the 3rd and 4th, don't let an emotional issue develop that can put a wedge between you and someone you love and respect. Listen to reason, and you'll find a way to make amends.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): On the 29th, don't divulge a secret, or you will have to answer to someone in an authoritative position. Make positive changes at home on the 30th and 31st, and you will feel good heading into the upcoming year. Take action and you will make a difference, but don't venture from the truth. Better to face the facts than run from them. A money opportunity is apparent on the 1st and 2nd. Look over a proposal or investment that piques your interest, and you will find a way to take advantage of what's being offered. On the 3rd and 4th, a compassionate approach toward someone who needs help will lead to a common interest that will help you both benefit in some unique way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): On the 29th, make personal improvements that will boost your confidence and help you prepare for the upcoming festivities. Go over any last-minute plans that may need to be addressed regarding transportation or finalizing how you are going to close one year and bring in another on the 30th and 31st. Romance is highlighted. Your dynamic personality will shine through on the 1st and 2nd. Share your thoughts and listen to the concerns and suggestions offered. How you react will make a difference to what transpires. Uncertainty regarding someone from your past will make it difficult for you to make a true assessment of your relationship on the 3rd and 4th.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Keep an open mind on the 29th, and you will avoid an emotional misunderstanding. Don't let stubbornness limit what you can do. Consider how you can help your community, a cause or friend in need on the 30th and 31st. You will end the year on a high note. It's what you do for others that will help you do better emotionally. Secrets must not be revealed on the 1st and 2nd. It's important to live up to a promise and find alternatives that will allow you to be true to yourself and honor a commitment. Take an unusual path on the 3rd and 4th, and you will find a way to use your unique qualities. Learn from past experience, and you will avoid an unfortunate situation.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Express your desires on the 29th. The feedback you get will help you find the most effective way to end the year on a happy note. Don't let anyone complicate your life or your plans on the 30th and 31st. Just because someone makes a last-minute change doesn't mean you have to follow suit. Don't be a chameleon. On the 1st and 2nd, doing something nice for a cause you care about will impress someone looking for someone who possesses your skills, services or expertise. Let your imagination lead the way on the 3rd and 4th, and you will come up with interesting ideas that lead to a prosperous venture with a unique and talented individual.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Share thoughts on the 22nd, and make subtle alterations that won't cause alarm. On the 23rd and 24th, rethink the year gone by, and consider how you can make improvements that will help you be more efficient, effective and productive. On the 25th, 26th and 27th, emotions are likely to flare up regarding a past or present partnership that left you in a vulnerable state. It's time to close the book on a bad situation and prepare to move in a direction that will help you find the success and stability you deserve. Put the past behind you on the 28th, and prepare for new beginnings. It's up to you to make positive changes that will enable you to do and be your very best.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Do your best to be helpful and get along on the 22nd. Being a team player will make a difference to how your day progresses. Tidy up loose ends at work on the 23rd and 24th, making sure you pay attention to the people who can make a difference regarding your future advancement. On the 25th, 26th and 27th, focus on friends and family and how you can pitch in and help make the end-of-year festivities less stressful. Short trips to visit people who can offer you knowledge regarding your family background or expertise about something you want to pursue should be considered. Address any issues you have regarding a relationship that has been difficult on the 28th.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You'll have to be realistic when dealing with emotional issues on the 22nd. Deception is apparent and can lead to a change of heart. Self-improvement projects will make you feel better and accomplished on the 23rd and 24th. Do your best to experiment with the options presented before making a final decision. Make promises to those you love on the 25th, 26th and 27th, and follow through by taking action. Honoring a commitment will bring about changes to your life that can benefit you in the future. Look for a way to earn more money in the new year on the 28th, and you will feel less pressured as the year comes to a close. Make calls and discuss your options.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Do something creative that will thrill members of your family on the 22nd. Spending more time with family will bring you closer together. Alterations to your home will help you accommodate visitors on the 23rd and 24th. Your hospitality will be appreciated and set the standard for years to come. Socializing with unique, interesting individuals on the 25th, 26th and 27th will broaden your outlook and help you make choices regarding what you want to pursue in the future. Listen to younger people for their honesty and innocence and older people for their wisdom and experience. Follow your heart on the 28th, and do something that makes you happy.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Money matters may not be as they appear on the 22nd. Don't spend what you don't have. Look for bargains, but don't believe a suspicious sales pitch. Put time aside to take care of personal matters on the 23rd and 24th. Looking for the perfect festive outfit or taking time out to pamper and rejuvenate will do you good. Back away from anyone asking for too much on the 25th, 26th and 27th. Protect your money, possessions and reputation from someone looking to take advantage of you. Problems at home will leave you feeling down on the 28th. Make plans to get out and do something that will help you get back into the swing of things. Change will do you good.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Use your intuitive and sensitive awareness to figure out what the people around you expect and how you can please the ones you love on the 22nd. Preparing and hosting festivities will bring joy to your home and to your loved ones on the 23rd and 24th. A new look or addition to your home or what you have to offer others will be complimented. Take care of your health and well-being on the 25th, 26th and 27th. Too much of anything will backfire, causing you to miss out on some of the fun taking place around you. Socializing with friends or neighbors on the 28th will lead to greater opportunities to follow through with some of your dreams, hopes and wishes for the future.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): On the 22nd, don't get angry, get moving. You shouldn't put up with anyone trying to cause trouble at this hectic time of year. Focus on what you need to get done, and do it. Plan something special for you and someone you love on the 23rd and 24th. A little time alone or an intimate gathering at your place will do the trick. Keep your opinions to yourself on the 25th, 26th and 27th -- even if you don't agree with someone. It's in your best interest to keep the peace and walk away from an unsavory situation. Don't let anxiety push you into an impulsive move on the 28th that will be hard to reverse. Take a time out and refrain from doing or saying something you'll regret.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Bide your time on the 22nd. You may have a lot to do, but that doesn't mean you should forge ahead at the expense of doing a good job. Set priorities and follow through. Call in favors on the 23rd and 24th, and you will find a way to get things finished up in time and make a good connection while doing so. Romance is in the stars. Problems while traveling can be expected on the 25th, 26th and 27th. Make sure you have alternate routes planed just in case. Your farsightedness and mindfulness will be impressive. On the 28th, make changes at home that will make the upcoming year more enjoyable. Adding comfort and convenience to your surroundings will be a big hit.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): On the 22nd, last-minute travel plans will add to the adventure and excitement of the season. Engage in conversations that pique your interest and imagination. Don't let someone burst your bubble on the 23rd and 24th. Jealousy is likely to be the reason why someone tries to make you look bad. Be diplomatic, but don't back down. Plenty of changes going on at home and at work will kick in on the 25th, 26th and 27th. Your enthusiasm and contribution will be well received and boost your reputation. An idea you have on the 28th will help someone who discussed a pending situation with you. Don't waste time; make sure you share your thoughts and suggestion.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You'll be tempted to make some impulsive purchases on the 22nd. Go over your financial situation before you do something irrational. You'll be able to settle any pending problems if you address your concerns on the 23rd and 24th. Express your feelings explicitly, and do not have reservations regarding what or how others view your opinion. Travel plans may not run smoothly on the 25th, 26th and 27th. Stick closer to home, and keep things simple, moderate and within your budget. You'll be able to breathe easy on the 28th if you tie up loose ends and prepare to close out one year and bring in another without any unnecessary baggage.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You'll be over the top with excitement on the 22nd regarding a personal matter that concerns someone special. Express your emotions. On the 23rd and 24th, a couple of simple adjustments, and you will acquire that trendy, with-it look for the festive season. A secret that you want to share will bring joy and happiness to others. A commitment made on the 25th, 26th and 27th will help you get your life moving in a direction you've aspired to for some time. Don't feel you have to overspend or overdo to achieve your goals. Do something to help a cause or someone in need on the 28th, and you will feel good as well as make new friends. Offer your time, not your cash.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Be honest about your current position on the 22nd. Giving the wrong impression may lead to implications that can make someone question your ability to work on a future project. On the 23rd and 24th, a better relationship can be developed if you spend time with someone who shares your goals. Talks will lead to an interesting joint venture. Sharing your customs and tradition with friends and family will reinforce your beliefs on the 25th, 26th and 27th. Don't let an outsider cause you grief. Stand up for your rights. Give thought to how you can make your money work best for you on the 28th. It's important to end the year with a plan to move forward in search of new goals.