ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put a little muscle behind your plans. Don't hesitate to engage in activities that focus on a cause or helping others. The interaction you have with people from different walks of life will lay the foundation for what's to come. Romance is highlighted. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Expand your options, lend a helping hand, be creative and let your intuition guide you into unfamiliar territory. The people you mingle with will determine the possibilities that lie ahead. Include family and friends in whatever you choose to do. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Stick close to friends and family. Venturing off on your own or being flirtatious with someone new will be misconstrued, leaving you in an awkward position and possibly affecting your reputation. An honest explanation will help you avoid a personal problem. 2 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A short trip to visit a friend or a destination that inspires you will start the year off right. Make a to-do list for the upcoming year based on your needs, desires and feasible goals. Experiencing a different lifestyle will broaden your awareness. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You are long overdue for a personal or professional change. Pursuing something altogether different will energize and inspire you to strive for bigger and better pursuits. Love and romance are highlighted, so share your future goals with someone special. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Discuss your plans and find a sensible approach to take you to your destination. Having a set plan or organizing your time wisely will ensure that you reach the level of success you are searching for. Don't let impulsiveness be your downfall. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A low profile and a plan to accomplish any unfinished chores before you begin your journey forward into the New Year will be your best bet. Put more time and effort into self-improvement and deciding what you can discard and what you must keep. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Practicality coupled with a passion to pursue your dreams will help you set a workable game plan. Heading into the upcoming year with set goals and a serious mindset will encourage you to show greater discipline and courage as you proceed. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You'll be in love with life and will embrace challenges and change wholeheartedly. The more exciting the offer, the more enthusiastic you will become. Setting your course and pursuing a longtime dream will bring you satisfaction. Love is in the stars. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don't overspend to impress. Stick to your budget no matter what demands are being made. Consider what your expenses will be to maintain your lifestyle and to invest in your future. Avoid unpredictable people. Trust and invest in you. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may feel like you have to jump through hoops to get things done, but your effort will not be wasted in the end. Strive for perfection and you will avoid criticism. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your mind is changing and your direction moving opposite to those you've been dealing with in the past. It's time for you to venture down a path that allows you to work with people who inspire you and on projects you feel passionate about. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Avoid impulsive moves, decisions or commitments. Spend more time perfecting yourself in any way possible. Work toward your personal goals and avoid any kind of controversy. A serious attitude will bring the best response. Network and put greater emphasis on love. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Give some thought to your current position and location. Now is the time to make decisions regarding where you see yourself this time next year. Make an effort to collect names, emails and numbers of people you believe can contribute to your goals. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): High-energy activities, travel or participating in a year-end challenge that will get you moving into 2013 with gusto should highlight your day. Spending less should be your resolution, and mastering your skills what you strive to achieve. Romance is highlighted. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Approach your day with an open mind and a creative spirit. Sharing your ideas will drum up interest in some of your plans for the upcoming year. Consider an unusual way to end the year or entertainment that puts you in the spotlight. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Change is within reach, but to what degree will depend on how you handle your responsibilities and engage in talks to clear up pending issues. Romance is in the stars, and plans to ring in the year with pizzazz will enhance your love life. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take the initiative and clear up any pressing matters that are making life difficult or causing uncertainties. Show how responsible and dedicated you are to a cause, project or person you want to associate with more during the upcoming year. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): End one year and begin the next helping others, and you will be in good company as well as on the receiving end of some spectacular opportunities that will change the way you live and what you do next year. Live, love and laugh. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don't give in to the pressure being put on you by older relatives. Don't change your plans because someone else decides to back out. Use your imagination and ring in the New Year safely and with the people or person you love most. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Embrace change and instigate the way you want things to move forward. Take control and combine the past with the present in order to come up with the best possible way to utilize your skills and the contacts you have to get ahead. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Join in and have fun. Showing your playful side will attract people who may have been reluctant to engage in conversation or projects with you in the past. How others perceive you will reflect on your advancement throughout the upcoming year. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don't get drawn into someone else's year-end drama. Stick to the people you know and care about most. Invite friends over for an intimate evening that allows you to reflect on days gone by and project what the future holds. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Keep your life simple and stick to basics and comfort. Avoid big splashy events and indulgences that are costly. Lean toward good conversation and creative people interested in remembering the past, aspiring to dreams and embracing the future. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Do whatever pleases you the most. A little pampering or socializing will help you lose that anxious feeling. Consider attending an event or activity that is conducive to meeting someone special. Romance will lead to a commitment. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may have trouble getting along with the people you live with, so venture out and take part in activities that stimulate your imagination. Short trips or attending a seminar will broaden your outlook and help you consider a new direction. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Put some push behind whatever you decide to do. It's important not to put things off or ignore the people you care about most. Include everyone in your plans and keep things moving at a fast pace. Your enthusiasm will make a difference. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Questioning your past, present and future will help you find a better path. Look for the perfect outfit to wear or place to bring in the New Year. Plan to be with the people you want to spend time with in the future. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Emotions will be hard to contain. Try not to let your feelings lead you into a battle you cannot finish. Make love, not war or you will begin the upcoming year on a sour note that will stand in the way of your plans. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Get out and about, offering your time and services to those in need. Make sure that you take care of year-end responsibilities to ease your mind. Control your intake and stay away from people who tend to be a bad influence on you. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Travel about, visiting friends, relatives or those you want to connect with before the year comes to a close. Touching base with others will send a message that you don't want to lose contact. Honesty and sincerity will make a difference. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stick to what and whom you know best. Don't take on a responsibility that doesn't belong to you. Emotional upset must be turned into affection and greater understanding, not a wedge that will come between you and someone special. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Touch base with all the people you want to continue to work and play with throughout the upcoming year. It's important to let others know where you stand, where you are headed, and how everyone fits into your future plans. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Hard work will pay off. Once you have your responsibilities out of the way, you can begin to enjoy and look forward to what's to come. Lining up your itinerary for the upcoming months will make you feel prepared for what's to come. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don't get angry because you feel stuck or limited do to the actions of others. Discuss your plans for the upcoming festivities and make sure the people you are dealing with are fully aware of the responsibilities that must be honored. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): An emotional problem will arise if you or someone you like isn't attentive. Be cognizant of what you must do as well as open about what you expect in return to avoid overreaction leading to a poor start to the new year. 3 stars