ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your energy and enthusiastic approach to life will help you to make a difference on the 21st. Someone will put unreasonable demands on you or expect a handout on the 22nd and 23rd. Work-related matters will be a worry. Ride out whatever turmoil you face. On the 24th and 25th, everyone around you will be caught up in the festive season, but you will be more concerned with reflecting on the past and considering how you can improve the future. The year gone by has been riveting, and sharing and re-evaluating is the only way to move forward. Don't initiate professional changes on the 26th and 27th. Do your best to be accepting and intent on doing your best.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): On the 21st, go over your personal finances before you make a purchase that will stretch your budget. Consider getting someone else to pitch in to make spending more doable. Expect to encounter people from your past on the 22nd and 23rd. Love and romance are on the rise, and taking part in festivities will lead to an interesting turn of events. The way you see things on the 24th and 25th will not be shared by family or friends. Reassess your situation and look at your options. A suggestion made will be worth considering. Make travel plans or sign up for a seminar or conference on the 26th and 27th. Start the ball rolling by ferreting out pertinent information.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Check out investments and make alterations that will offset your taxes on the 21st. Making improvements to your home will have its benefits next year. Avoid a sticky situation at work or with one of your peers on the 22nd and 23rd. Taking a risk will not turn out as planned. Instead of taking chances, opt to help an older relative or friend. A surprise regarding your position or reputation will unfold on the 24th and 25th. A move or advancement is heading your way. Reconnect with someone from your past, and enjoy reliving fond memories. Don't trust anyone with personal information if you want to avoid meddling, gossip or putting a dent in your reputation on the 26th and 27th.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don't let last-minute changes get to you on the 21st. Go about your business, and finish what you start. Revisit a financial investment that continues to concern you on the 22nd and 23rd. A partnership problem will spin out of control if you cannot find a workable solution. Thinking you can handle more responsibility than is possible will end in disaster if you don't let others pitch in and help on the 24th and 25th. Keeping the peace at this time of year is your best bet. Let your family or friends do for you on the 26th and 27th, and you will realize that a relationship that is based on equality can be better than one you control.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You will see things differently if you participate in a cultural event on the 21st. Learn from the experience and incorporate what interests you into your lifestyle. Check out a different professional option on the 22nd and 23rd. Boredom or not getting along with a colleague or boss will press you to find a position that makes you feel secure and brings you satisfaction. A change of scenery will do you good on the 24th and 25th. Make plans to have some fun and to put work-related matters out of sight and mind. Share your home with someone you can discuss your future plans with on the 26th and 27th. It will help determine your next move.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You'll attract attention on the 21st. Get out and network or plan a romantic evening for two. On the 22nd and 23rd, pursuing self-improvement will pay off. Compliments coupled with an interesting offer will have you thinking about your plans for the upcoming year. Don't let what others do on the 24th and 25th bother you. Focus on the present, and offer what you can to those you love. Don't feel guilty if someone was expecting too much. Rethink the relationship and consider your options. Sit back and enjoy the ones you love on the 24th and 25th. Put companionship at the top of your list and make plans to enjoy common interests with someone special on the 26th and 27th.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Travel or make arrangements for an upcoming trip on the 21st. Connect with friends you may not get to see during the festive season. Someone you have to interact with on the 22nd and 23rd will be difficult. You'll be better off going out on your own to pick up odds and ends you might need during the holiday season. A change in an important partnership will take you by surprise. Focus on your needs on the 24th and 25th. Doing something physical that keeps you busy will help you avoid a confrontation with someone you disagree with. Do whatever it takes to secure your professional position on the 26th and 27th. Extra input will keep you ahead of the competition.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): On the 21st, do something unusual to your home or alter your lifestyle to better suit your future expectations, and you will feel better about bringing this year to a close. On the 22nd and 23rd, small gatherings with your colleagues or friends to celebrate the past year will bring back fond memories. Travel plans can be made or set in motion. On the 24th and 25th, listening to emotional issues that some family members have experienced will bring back emotional issues that you need to put behind you as well. You will be thankful for what you have and should make plans to spend quality time with someone you cherish on the 26th and 27th.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Excitement will mount if you get out with friends or go on a short shopping trip on the 21st. Channel your energy into making your home picture-perfect for the end-of-year festivities. Your good will and generosity must not put you into debt on the 22nd and 23rd. If you are overextended, you will end up worrying when you should be enjoying friends, family and your lover. Go over any last-minute jobs that may need your attention on the 24th and 25th, and take care of matters that will affect older friends or relatives. Your assistance will be appreciated. Don't get involved in an unrealistic scheme on the 26th and 27th. Now is not the time to follow the crowd.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don't let an unexpected change disrupt your plans on the 21st. On the 22nd and 23rd, avoid making a donation to an organization that has enough funds to advertise and solicit your help -- give any help directly to the source. Don't let a nostalgic feeling turn into a costly donation. Family and friends will take your mind off work on the 24th and 25th and help you to realize what is important and how you can fill next year with less stress and more personal satisfaction. Let the past be your guide into the future on the 26th and 27th. You will have no regrets if you move forward, putting greater emphasis on doing what's best for you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Do your part and volunteer to help out in your community on the 21st. Your time and kindness will be appreciated and lead to an interesting new connection. You will be tempted to make an impulsive decision on the 23rd and 24th, but before you do, ask someone who has a practical outlook whether your choice is realistic. On the 24th and 25th, share with loved ones, and you will make everyone happy. Offering your time and nurturing your relationships will bring the highest rewards. An opportunity is apparent if you are thinking about a way to bring in extra cash on the 26th and 27th. Don't get involved in gossip or others people's business.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Keep your distance from anyone prone to pick a fight with you on the 21st. Stress levels are high, and you don't want to get in the line of fire. Stick to facts and keep conversations simple. Love is on the rise on the 22nd and 23rd, and doing something with someone special will get you in the festive mood. Helping serve those less fortunate will be heartwarming. On the 24th and 25th, seeing an old friend or distant relative will bring back memories that will instigate a change next year. Emotions will surface on the 26th and 27th, bringing personal matters to a head and resolving issues that will lead to a happier and healthier lifestyle.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don't let emotional issues slow you down on the 14th. Get ahead with your chores so that you can relax and enjoy family and friends. If you are having a problem with a partner on the 15th, 16th and 17th, talk matters through. You will have a much better idea regarding where you stand after you assess the facts and re-evaluate the situation honestly. Get your papers in order on the 18th and 19th. Closing out the year with a clean slate will make a difference to the way you bring in the new year. A bonus or gift will take you by surprise. Your standard of living will be altered by an offer on the 20th.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): On the 14th, make personal improvements and discover new possibilities and incentives, but don't overspend or make promises you cannot keep. You can get plenty done if you put in extra hours at work on the 15th, 16th and 17th. The more you do now, the easier it will be take time off later in the month. A chance to chat with someone in a higher position than you will prove interesting. On the 18th and 19th, travel or social activities will lead to an encounter with someone who gives you something to consider trying in the new year. Take care of money, medical or legal matters before you commit to a costly venture on the 20th.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don't let criticism get to you on the 14th. Avoid getting into a debate with personal or professional partners. Protect your money, possessions and your health on the 15th 16th and 17th. You should pick up information or skills that will help you improve your professional direction during the upcoming year. Do the best job possible on the 18th and 19th. Put in extra hours if it will ease your mind, allowing you to enjoy the end-of-year festivities. Don't take on someone else's responsibilities when you already have enough of your own. Honesty will play an important role and encourage others to step up and make an effort to pitch in on the 20th.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Fixing up your place should be on your agenda on the 14th. Don't let a situation at work ruin your time with loved ones. You will be forced to make a choice that is likely to affect your status or position on the 15th, 16th and 17th. An opportunity must be considered, regardless of the amount of extra work and responsibility it entails. On the 18th and 19th, do something special for someone you love, and you will feel better about your relationship and what the future holds for you. On the 20th, don't neglect a job that has the potential to influence your future. Take care of business first to avoid missing out on an opportunity.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): On the 14th, be careful what you say, who you listen to and how much you spend. A trip will bring you in contact with someone who adds spice to your life. On the 15th, 16th and 17th, make changes at home that enhance love and make your personal life better, but not at the expense of neglecting your professional responsibilities. Honor your promises on the 18th and 19th. Honesty will play an important role in how your personal life plays out. Be a team player or face the consequences. Travel, romance and making plans with old friends are highlighted on the 20th. Go out of your way, but don't go over budget. Balance will be required.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Emotional issues are likely to arise on the 14th. You are best to listen, observe and assess the situation before you take action. Don't sit back when it comes to professional advancement on the 15th, 16th and 17th. Strategically position yourself in order to take advantage of advancement opportunities in the new year. Share your ideas with superiors. Keep a lid on the way you feel about friends, relatives or your colleagues on the 18th and 19th. Don't share personal information or take on someone else's responsibilities. Tidy up personal paperwork on the 20th, and you will feel at ease about your future heading into the new year. Don't give in to emotional blackmail or idle threats.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The 14th will be difficult if you have been withholding information or are dealing with someone causing you emotional turmoil. Share your feelings before you become fed up and angry with someone on the 15th, 16th and 17th. Patience will pay off and lead to a better understanding and workable relationship. Stick to a plan and live up to your promises on the 18th and 19th, and you will avoid being taken for grated by someone looking for a handout. Taking care of domestic chores will help you avoid complaints. Plan a fun-filled day on the 20th, but don't be tempted to spend money on a fast-cash scheme or outlandish purchase.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Offer help for the right reason on the 14th. Doing something expecting something in return will end in disappointment. Make your good will count and be proud of your contribution. On the 15th, 16th and 17th, don't overlook an important document that needs tending to before the year comes to a close. An unexpected opportunity will surface and brighten your future. You will be passionate about whatever you do on the 18th and 19th. Don't let someone trying to rain on your good tidings stand between you and your happiness. Take a look at online job postings on the 20th, and you will discover something that can improve your professional status. Update and send out your resume.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Stick to basics and facts on the 14th, or someone will question what you are doing. Use diplomacy if you have exaggerated, and you will avoid discord. Get ready to turn up the volume, pick up the pace and, most of all, bring about the changes that will make you happy on the 15th, 16th and 17th. Travel or changing your routine will enhance your personal life. Someone may try to hide a surprise from you on the 18th and 19th, so don't blow it by being inquisitive, judgmental or suspicious. Delays while traveling can be expected. Feelings will be difficult to contain on the 20th. Avoid emotional manipulation. Focus on home, family and positive change.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A problem dealing with institutions, authority figures or money matters will arise on the 14th if you aren't practical and quick to tidy up loose ends. An aggressive approach on the 15th, 16th and 17th will work against you. Let people come to you. A helpful, diplomatic attitude will make a difference to the way things unfold. Say what you think, and follow through with your plans on the 18th and 19th. You will gain respect and improve your chance to advance. Good opportunities lie ahead if you are disciplined, responsible and positive. On the 20th, a change in your routine will do you good. Offer assistance, but don't go overboard. Your suggestions will be sufficient.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Be careful what you wish for on the 14th. You are likely to overstep your bounds, causing upset with someone. Make love, not war. On the 15th, 16th and 17th, go over your budget for the end-of-year festivities before you venture out to places that are likely to tempt you to overspend. High energy will help you take care of your to-do list. What you see and what you get will lead to disappointment on the 18th and 19th. Don't leave anything to chance. Emotional deception is apparent. On the 20th, any job worth doing is worth doing right the first time. Prepare to make some changes based on the demands loved ones put on you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your actions are likely to be misinterpreted on the 14th. Be precise and don't pussyfoot around when it comes to what you want and like. On the 15th, 16th and 17th, deal with business partnerships or responsibilities that need an adjustment before the end of the year. Make it clear what you schedule is like so you aren't accused of being neglectful. You can accomplish a lot on the 18th and 19th as long as you focus on doing and avoid chatting. Taking action will bring healthy results. Someone will try to derail your plans on the 20th. Bide your time, be observant, build your defense and, most of all, follow the path that suits you best.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Plan to get together with relatives. On the 7th, a short trip will prove to be informative and a valuable experience if you share your ideas and plans for the future. The hustle and bustle going on around you on the 8th and 9th will get you in the festive spirit. Offering to help others will bring you satisfaction and greater hope. Do a little shopping on the 10th, 11th and 12th, and you will be happy with the purchases you make. Good bargains will ensure that you stick to a set budget. Don't let the last-minute changes someone makes on the 13th throw you off course. Do your best to follow your dreams, and you will reach your goals.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Consider the improvements you want to make on the 7th, and start putting your plans for resolutions into place, leaving no room to back out or fall short of your goal. The information you gather on the 8th and 9th will lead to positive life changes. An opportunity to visit or travel someplace new should be considered. Your knowledge and expertise will come in handy on the 10th, 11th and 12th. Having your facts straight and being prepared for whatever you face will prove effective. On the 13th, revamping or recycling will help you prepare for a fresh start when the new year begins. Once you have everything in place, you can relax and have some fun.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Do something creative on the 7th. Look for a way to turn a fun hobby into extra income. Decorate your home or invite a friend to visit. On the 8th and 9th, sign up for a seminar that will help you update your skills and improve your chance to advance. Putting extra detail in whatever you do will lead to a bonus. Someone from your past will reappear on the 10th, 11th and 12th. Consider how you feel, and take control of the situation. Talks can lead to an interesting new beginning. Emotions will surface on the 13th. Keep your thoughts to yourself until you know what you want to do next. It's better to be safe than sorry.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Use your sensitivity to your advantage by tuning in to how others feel, react or respond to situations that unfold on the 7th. Your wisdom will turn you into the go-to person. Impulsive decisions based on emotional issues will not turn out in your favor on the 8th and 9th. Open up and start a discussion that will help you improve your professional position or lead to new income goals on the 10th, 11th and 12th. Don't fold under pressure, and you will get what you want in the end. Someone you have worked with in the past will be able to help you out if you put in a request or ask for a favor on the 13th.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Go shopping or take a short trip that will lead to interesting encounters on the 7th. You can expect a favor from someone special. Don't fall victim to a sales pitch on the 8th and 9th. Stick to items you know have an excellent track record. You can cover a lot of ground if you organize your time with precision. You'll be emotional and tempted to do things in a grand manner on the 10th, 11th and 12th, but before you do, consider if you can afford to move forward with your plans. An old debt will be of concern on the 13th. Stop worrying and start doing. Look for a way to bring in cash and pay off what you owe.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take an original approach to helping someone or a cause you believe in on the 7th, and you will make a new acquaintance. Put more time and effort into your surroundings, retirement savings and your future on the 8th and 9th. Don't rely on others. It's best to follow through on your own. Trust in your efforts, and good things will come to you. Take care of personal paperwork, and don't share thoughts or secrets that may be used against you on the 10th, 11th and 12th. On the 13th, take a break and look at your options. Once you clear your head and figure out your strategy for the upcoming year, your mind will be at ease.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): On the 7th, listen carefully, and you will acquire valuable information. Chatting with people from different backgrounds will inspire you to do your own thing. Striving for success will be your ticket to a better future on the 8th and 9th. Let your uniqueness shine through and you will advance. Do your best to stand out in a crowd on the 10th, 11th and 12th. Taking a bold stance and participating in industry events and end-of-year business festivities or setting up meetings or interviews will pay off. An updated, trendy new look will boost your confidence on the 13th, giving you the edge you need to present what you have to offer.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): On the 7th, take care of responsibilities that could be costly come tax time. Now is not the time to compromise if you want to get results that work in your best interest. Negotiate wisely. Do your own thing, and you will receive praise on the 8th and 9th. Decorating your home or doing something unusual to improve your lifestyle will lead to comfort and joy. Don't fight the inevitable on the 10th, 11th and 12th. You will end up in a better position if you are observant, take care of responsibilities and look for strategic opportunities that can lead to success. A unique idea can be successfully tested on the 13th. Make a couple of adjustments, and you'll be good to go.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Look for opportunities to make extra cash from home or to cut corners that will ease your financial stress on the 7th. You will impress someone with your resourcefulness. A personal or domestic investment made on the 8th and 9th will bring fabulous results. Initial concern will lift when you see the return you get. Make travel plans or enjoy the company of your peers on the 10th, 11th and 12th. Taking time out to mix business with pleasure will improve your chance to advance. Show everyone how versatile and candid you can be. Expect to face an emotional situation on the 13th if you have neglected your personal relationships or fallen short on a promise you made.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Expect the unexpected on the 7th, and you will be prepared to deal with matters swiftly and head down a path that suits you. Now is not the time to lose sight of what you want. Emotional matters are best handled by being upfront and honest on the 8th and 9th. Use discretion, but don't hold back. Embrace change instead of running from it. Think before you offer to pay for someone else's mistake on the 10th, 11th and 12th. Protect your assets and possessions, and don't give in to emotional manipulation. On the 13th, gather information that will help you move into the new year prepared financially and physically. Good fortune comes from careful methodical strategy.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Share your thoughts, ideas and plans for the new year on the 7th, and it will inspire a prosperous part-time business with growth potential. Don't stop on the 8th and 9th, or you will fall short of your goals and your responsibilities, leaving you in a vulnerable position. Indulge in festivities, but don't go overboard on the 10th, 11th and 12th. You can have fun without putting pressure on your budget or being indulgent. Don't let uncertainty lead to indecisiveness when stepping up is required if you want to make an impression. Having a backup plan will ease your mind on the 13th, giving you the confidence to get you one step closer to your goal.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Ignore criticism or anyone complaining or giving you grief on the 7th. Research what you want to pursue in the new year, and it will give you the leverage you need to counter opposition. On the 8th and 9th, you will make a difference if you help those less fortunate. Making others happy will be comforting and motivate you to do more. Sign up to update your skills and knowledge in order to give your resume a boost on the 10th, 11th and 12th, and it will lead to better prospects in the new year. Your unique ideas will be impressive. Emotional disillusionment is apparent on the 13th. Strive to get a clear picture of the situation you face.