ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Stick to a budget. Say little and do a lot. You'll face controversy if you get together with people who think differently than you. Positive comments and patience will be required.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Travel plans, relaxed conversations with colleagues or discussions about the future with your partner look promising. A romantic evening will ensure future happiness. Call distant relatives and friends to wish them well.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Emotions will surface, causing you to speak your mind. Your blatant honesty will bring about sudden and irreversible changes between you and the person you spar with.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Get into the spirit of the season. Whether you host a get-together or travel to spend time with friends or relatives, your sparkling company will make a difference to those you encounter.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your heart is in the right place, but not everyone will be happy with your choices. Offering to help someone in need will be gratifying, but could miff a close friend, loved one or family member.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Get out and socialize. The conversations you have will lead to unusual banter. Keep your money in a safe place. Mixing business with pleasure will be detrimental.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Backtrack if you can. Problems at home will lead to bad decisions or unexpected changes. Keep the peace until a better opportunity comes along to overcome any adversity you face.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Make home improvements or changes to the way you live or do things at home. An offer to help someone in need will be returned with an unexpected favor.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You may feel like you should take on everyone else's problems, but you are best off not meddling. You'll only be given half the information you need to make a good suggestion. Celebrate with the one you love.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Anyone trying to convince you to be impulsive or to take a risk is best avoided. Listen to the opinions of others with interest, but do your own thing. A romantic gesture will improve your personal life.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Children and family activities will highlight your day. A short trip will result in an interesting change of events. Instigate and welcome change. Share your feelings.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Speak up, offer suggestions and do your best to put others at ease. Your kindness will make a difference. A little romance will bring you closer to someone you love.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Tension is mounting, and tempers are short. Be careful how you approach subjects that affect loved ones. A relationship may be touch-and-go.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Get in the spirit of the season. Don't fret if you haven't completed your to-do list. Your time and attention will bring the highest rewards. Love is in the stars.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You need to slow down. Take a deep breath and refuse to make last-minute decisions based on worries about what others want or expect. Being thoughtful and kind is the best gift you can give.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Offering your help to those less fortunate will be eye-opening and will give you a better sense of what life is all about. Your kindness will impress someone you love.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Make sure your motives are clear if you lend a helping hand to someone in need. You can't take on the weight of the world. Offer suggestions, but don't pay for someone else's mistake.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll want to please everyone, and with a little effort you can. Simple but thoughtful offerings are favored and will make a difference when it comes to how others perceive you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Expect the unpredictable. Nothing will go according to plan. Don't get angry, just go with the flow and do your best to get things done on time.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Be creative about how you help others. What you do to improve your family dynamic or to help out in your community will have more impact than a monetary gesture.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You'll be moving fast and ready to take on whatever challenge comes your way. Your ability to maneuver through crowds and unfamiliar territory will help you finish what you start.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Socializing and networking will lead to false pretenses. Promises made will not be honored. You are best off relying on your own efforts to make things happen and get what you want.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You'll have plenty to do and lots to celebrate. Getting involved in activities that are geared toward children, friends and relatives or taking part in festivities in your community will bring you joy.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You may want to overdo it and spend more than you should, but it will be the little things you do that will actually make the difference. Romance is encouraged.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don't go into battle with someone who just wants the best for you. Self-discipline and personal changes that could improve your image, appearance or reputation will pay off.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The sky is the limit. If you aim high, you will finish what you start. Picking up odds and ends for the upcoming festivities will get you in the spirit of the season. Romance is encouraged.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Stay focused or you will misinterpret a situation or offer. Read between the lines and don't leave anything to chance. If you want to make a change, do your research first.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Put your heart into making your home ready for the holiday season. Spending time with friends, family or children will brighten your day. Update your look in order to receive compliments.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Control your emotions and avoid getting into a spat. At work and at home, you are best off keeping the peace. Make personal improvements instead of trying to change others.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- If you control whatever situation you find yourself in, you will be deemed a hero. Your insightful way of handling others will result in an unexpected surprise. Romance will improve your personal life.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don't run yourself ragged trying to take care of demanding people who have little concern for your well-being. Focus on yourself, not those who take advantage of you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Your imagination will lead you in a wonderful direction. Creative ideas will help you incorporate comfort and convenience into your living quarters. Someone you love will surprise you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Bring about changes that will improve your life. Put an end to bad habits and unsavory influences. Choose your lot in life. Don't let others determine where you'll end up.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Business and personal relationships will develop through networking functions and social activities. Attend an industry party and explore the possibilities. Romance will enhance your life.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You'll have some good ideas that, once developed, will help you bring in extra cash. Take action and discuss your plans with someone you feel is a good sounding board.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Offer your help to a cause you believe in. Find out what you can do to assist older relatives during the taxing festive season. Someone you love will give you something special.