ARIES (March 21-April 19): Common sense will lead to victory. Whether you are trying to close a deal or revive an old friendship, your kind words and positive suggestions will help you cut through any negativity or deception. Love is in the stars. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Picking up items you'll use throughout the festive season along with making a donation or helping out a friend will bring you good vibes and plenty of joy. Knowing what you want will help you make a wise choice regarding a partnership. 4 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Not everything will be as it appears. Take a step back and observe what everyone else is doing. You will be easily fooled by someone's generosity and compliments. Ask questions and find out exactly what's expected of you in return. 2 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your emotions will take you down an unusual path that will allow you to clearly see your options. Making a good choice based on your findings will spare you from an impulsive and costly move. Avoid overindulgent, escapist people. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Get into the spirit of the season. Attending a party with colleagues will broaden your outlook regarding how you can expand a service or skill you have to offer. Romance is highlighted, but you shouldn't feel obligated to overspend to win someone's love. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take a serious attitude when dealing with partnerships and responsibilities needing your help. Don't feel the need to overspend in order to avoid disappointment. Keep your life simple and ease stress by taking part in something physical. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Shopping, traveling and taking care of some of the people who depend on your help will ease your mind so that you can look forward to festive events and changes you want to make before the year comes to a close. Focus on love. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don't be fooled by someone playing with your emotions. Take a closer look at what's being promised before you set your sights on something that may not come through. Travel plans may have to be revised. Follow your intuition. 5 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don't promise what you cannot deliver. It's important to stick to the truth and to use your imagination and creative ability to please someone you love. A chance to make a difference to someone facing restrictions will be rewarded. 2 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Facing your past and looking at your future will help you realize that the present is what's important and the history you have with friends, family or your lover are worth far more than any gift you can give. 4 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Bring joy to others through your actions. A small gesture or showing gratitude will go a long way. Do what's best for you and you will make those around you happy as well. Enjoy what you have and share with those in need. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Realize what you can and what you cannot do. Trying to provide the impossible will be fruitless. Focus on the little things: positive thought, plenty of love and spending time with people in your life who count most. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Spend time with someone you love or enjoy doing things with. Putting together a plan for the future that enables you to save for something special will give you something to look forward to. Contact old friends and readdress unfinished goals. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Stay focused and you will whittle away at the many pressing matters that must be taken care of without suffering the anxiety and pressure you normally undergo. Take a unique approach to maintaining your traditions. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Go over your future plans. Consider what you have to offer and how you can spice up your resume or personal image to help you advance. Honesty regarding your capabilities will be key. Personal and business partnerships are on the rise. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Put your creative mind to work and you will come up with ways to please the ones you love. Determination coupled with a dedicated approach to helping others will bring good results and enhance your reputation. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Generosity and graciousness will be key when dealing with your peers. You don't have to overspend, but making a contribution based on the skills you have to offer will align you with interesting people throughout the upcoming year. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Travel plans or getting together with your peers will improve your professional position, outlook and future. Don't let the pressure being put on you at home hinder your ability to network. Attend industry events that will boost your visibility. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Open up conversations with people you feel have knowledge or experience you would like to tap into. Travel plans or events that will bring you in contact with potential partners or old associates will lead to an interesting suggestion. Love is highlighted. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Refrain from letting anyone know exactly what you think or what you are going to do next. An original approach to the way you run your home or operate your business will give you an edge that will allow you to diversify. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Speak up about the changes you want to make. Don't be afraid to take a different path or to change your direction if you feel it will better suit your current goals. Love, self-improvement and new beginnings are highlighted. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Take a serious look at your current position and consider what you should do in order to reach your personal and professional goals. Don't believe everything you hear. Empty promises based on someone's bragging must be put in context. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Reach out to someone and the outcome will be good. Your ability to intuitively see how others are feeling will allow you the chance to make a difference. Love is in the stars, and a change of plans will lead to romance. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Keeping a secret will determine your position. Meddling will backfire on you, causing a rift with someone who will be difficult to reverse. Do what you can to help others without interfering. A kind word, a hug or just listening is all that's required. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don't let impulsiveness get you into trouble. Think before you act, or you may find out you have jeopardized a relationship with someone who can influence your position. Make personal, financial and emotional changes that will raise your living standard. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Be careful what you share with others. Keep your personal thoughts a secret and fixate more on what others are doing and thinking. Power will come to the person most aware of everyone else's position. Take charge -- it's time to be a leader. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Search the job market, even if you aren't looking to make a change. An interesting prospect will give you an idea for a way to make extra cash. A partnership opportunity can make a difference regarding personal and professional success. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You'll have a good handle on money matters and be able to wheel and deal in order to get everything you want one way or another. Your ability to use your creative skills to muster up unusual offerings will result in compliments. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don't let emotions come between you and someone you need to get along with. Get together with someone you can share your ideas with and you will come up with a game plan that will help you. Take care of personal responsibilities. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Problems on the home front will escalate if you aren't diplomatic. Steer clear of any form of indulgence, or you may end up in a precarious position or have to apologize. Get out and shop or do something that calms your nerves. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The more you move about, travel and communicate, the better off you will be. Idle time is the enemy, and negative encounters with someone trying to control you will not lead to a resolution. Concentrate on your best interests and the ones you love. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don't fold under emotional pressure. Set the stage for change instead of being forced to accept something you may not want to do. Your ability to find workable solutions based on your skills will help to get you what you want in the end. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Getting together with old friends will boost your confidence and help you find other outlets to bring in a new year. Change is required, but how you go about enforcing what you want will determine what you end up with. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Size up your situation and prepare to make a move that will help you utilize your skills fully. Power and recognition can be yours if you show compassion as well as stability to those looking for answers. Charm will sway opinions. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You've got the edge and can make your claim. Feeling good about who you are and what you can accomplish will help you end the year on a high note and head into next year with determination to be victorious. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Listen carefully and follow through with your promises. You will face opposition that can damage your reputation if you aren't careful how you handle emotional matters. Don't be a chameleon or controlling. Find common ground and strive for equality. 3 stars