ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Pick up last-minute items or get together with friends you won't see during the holiday season. Travel arrangements or plans to further your skills, knowledge or qualifications look promising.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Tidy up any loose ends before the end of the month. Pending contracts, investments, settlements or even a medical issue should be resolved. This will alleviate pressure and undue stress. Protect your interests.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Fix up your place or host a party or event that will allow you to show everyone what you have to offer. Love, romance and personal gains all look promising.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Channel your energy into something that will bring high returns. Exercise, proper diet and moderation will help you combat upcoming indulgence. Preparation is everything when you want to be at your very best.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A last-minute change will play in your favor. Take advantage of an opportunity that will give you the time you need to do something special with a loved one.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Channel your emotional energy into constructive work. Put in overtime at work if it will give you more days off during the holidays. Take care of personal paperwork to avoid being penalized.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Personal enhancement and physical encounters will lead to positive changes. Shopping or spending quality time with someone special is favored. An unusual opportunity will lead to travel or an educational pursuit.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Emotional matters will escalate, putting you in a precarious position. Avoid getting into a dispute when backing away and working on something you enjoy doing will benefit you most.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You can boost your reputation by bringing about changes that will improve efficiency at work or create comfortable surroundings at home. An emotional or physical commitment will change your life.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Move money around in order to ensure that you get the highest tax benefits. Take care of any legal, contractual or medical issues that are pending. Joint ventures or partnerships should be updated.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Partnerships will improve if you offer help or incentives. Negotiations look promising, and a makeover will lead to compliments. Less talk and more action will encourage better relationships.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Work-related events will give you the chance to mix business with pleasure while you boost your reputation and better position yourself for advancement. Don't miss out.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your involvement in organizations that look out for the underdog will bring you fulfillment. Sprucing up your appearance will turn out well.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don't overdo it. Problems will arise if you attend an industry party and overindulge. Take better care of your health by limiting your intake and by engaging in physical challenges.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Do something that will make you happy or feel good about your appearance and lifestyle. Romance is encouraged.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You need to get your responsibilities out of the way. Put in some overtime at work and position yourself for advancement. Later, you'll have more time to spend with friends and family.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Share your feelings. A change of scenery will do you good. Dress the house for the holidays or make travel arrangements that will bring you closer to a loved one.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Concentrate on meeting your needs and making the most with what you've got. A former colleague will have an offer or suggestion that will position you to excel.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don't give in to peer pressure. Someone will try to talk you into taking on responsibilities that don't belong to you. Make suggestions, but don't sign up for something that could conflict with your plans.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Don't take on too much or make unrealistic promises. When dealing with children, emphasize honesty and integrity. Make improvements to your living quarters or arrangements and protect against loss or injury.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Consider what you enjoy doing, and look for ways to integrate that into your everyday routine. If you love what you do, you will do it well. Focus on self-improvement.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An emotional moment will open your eyes to what lies ahead. Refuse to get involved in something that has the potential to backfire or spin out of control.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don't labor over situations you can do nothing about. Stay focused on keeping the peace and making personal improvements. Picking out something to wear to an upcoming event will brighten your day.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Update your look or pick up something that will add to your appearance. Shopping sprees will lead to worthwhile bargains.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Problems will surface if you or someone you live with has been indulgent or impracical. Take action to turn things around in a positive manner.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Making alterations to your home to accommodate upcoming events will put added pressure on you and your bankbook. Don't be afraid to ask for assistance. If everyone pitches in, everyone wins.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Money matters are best looked at carefully. You may think you have more to spend than you do. Look for sales, and budget your end-of-year expenses carefully.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Emotions will escalate when dealing with matters concerning children or your budget. Try to live within your means. Discuss your plans, and ask for approval before you proceed.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Secrets are best kept. Don't feel the need to make a last-minute decision just because someone else does. Protect your assets and position. Romance and physical improvements are encouraged.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Plan to do something with children, or get together with a friend who shares similar interests. A shopping expedition will lead to bargains, but even so, limiting your expenses is encouraged.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Last-minute changes will lead to uncertainty and confusion. Making a fuss will cause bad feelings. Listen, observe and consider your options. Don't feel pressured to make a snap decision.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Discuss your plans with someone you respect. Your options will expand because of the suggestions made. A change at home will give you a chance to pursue a promising venture.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You need to step up when it comes to long-gestating projects. If you face facts and answer questions, you will be able to move forward stress-free.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Share your feelings, but don't let situations escalate to a point of no return. Stay calm, be straightforward and stick to what you know is within your means.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- A closer look at your bank statement will help ease your mind. Get your house in order, both literally and figuratively, before the end of the year.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Get together with someone you haven't seen for quite a while. Catching up will give you insight into new possibilities that could make for an interesting new year.