ARIES (March 21-April 19): A special connection with someone you love will take a positive turn. Spending time with family will encourage you to head into the new year planning to spend more time with the ones you love the most. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Spending time with friends and relatives will bring you joy. Sharing memories and making future plans will strengthen your relationships and give you the incentive to follow through with the promises you make. A delay while traveling is likely. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Look over contracts, investments and any other personal papers that may need an adjustment before year-end. Explore new ways to spruce up your appearance and present your best efforts. What you do will make a difference. Romance is highlighted. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Enjoy spending time with relatives or old friends. Put aside time to share memories and catch up. Express your plans and see if anyone else is interested in taking part. A fruitful day will transpire whether you are shopping, traveling or socializing. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You'll face trouble at home or within an important relationship if you aren't sensitive to the needs of your loved ones. Getting too wrapped up in the spirit of the season can lead to an emotional stalemate. Be open to suggestions. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take good care of your health. Get enough rest so you can enjoy getting together with friends and family. Indulgence and taking on too much will be your downfall and could cost you physically as well as financially. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't leave too much to the last minute. Someone from your past will take up time you don't have to spare. Be polite and make arrangements to get together in the new year rather than disappointing someone you love. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Follow your heart. The connections you make with friends, relatives or your lover will be unique and lead to interesting plans for the future. Share your feelings, express your dreams and bring about the changes that will make you happy. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Lighten up and enjoy the magic of the festive season. This isn't a time to be controversial or cause problems. Offer others joy, benevolence and encouragement. The gift of love will be the greatest gift of all. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Share your thoughts and expand your ideas. Offer sincerity and understanding and allow others to do as they please. Don't feel the need to stick to customs or tradition if you are drawn to doing things differently. 4 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Listen and learn. Elders and youngsters will give you an interesting take on life and what you can do to improve your situation. Extra discipline will help you put your plans in motion and stick to them as you move forward. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take a unique approach to the way you handle your investments and personal money matters. A donation you make will bring rewards you didn't anticipate. Take better care of your health by being less indulgent and lowering your stress level. 5 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): An unusual gift or offering will take you by surprise. Take advantage of an opportunity that arises. Celebrate with someone you love. A new beginning will entice you. Don't stretch your budget based on income you have yet to receive. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Do what you can for those who cannot. Your gesture will be appreciated and the satisfaction will be unprecedented. Someone you used to work with or who inspires you will grant you a unique and intriguing opportunity. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take an interest in what others are doing. Take note of how people react. Responding with positive suggestions and affirmation will help you overcome negativity. Avoid overspending, indulging and selling yourself short. Take time out for you. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A day trip or getting together with friends or relatives will lead to some interesting talks and encounters that will change the way you think. Share your thoughts and try new things. Taking a unique path will lead to an adventure. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Do something different this year. Use your imagination and you'll come up with an idea that is within your budget and is sure to please everyone on the receiving end of your generosity. Don't let an emotional incident ruin your day. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A short trip, shopping spree or attending a festive celebration with peers will turn out well. You can dazzle others with your wit and intelligence as well as successfully present an idea you want to develop next year. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Taking care of children, making a promise to someone you love or shopping for little items to please the ones you care about most will make a difference. Getting together with peers, friends or your loved one is favored. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Last-minute changes will throw you off guard. Don't feel the need to be a follower. If you aren't ready to make a move, sit tight and be a bystander. Concentrate on personal and home improvements. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Check out what everyone else is doing and do your best to pitch in and help. If you give something from the heart, it won't matter how large or small it is. Trust in your beliefs. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Avoid getting into controversial discussions with friends or relatives. It's best to keep the peace and avoid ostracizing yourself from the people you do want to spend time with during the holidays. Offer kindness over criticism. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Charm will help you get your way. Making smart financial moves and doing whatever you can to secure your position will lead to victory. Approach the end of the year on a high note, not by waffling over what to do next. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your charm will help you bypass criticism. Offering hands-on help will bring you closer to the people you may have let down this year. Your strength and popularity will come from doing the right thing, not the most expensive. 5 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep your life simple and your spending under control. Indulgence will be costly if you attend work-related functions. Don't lose sight of an opportunity to network. You'll have plenty of time to celebrate with friends and family. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Something unexpected will take you by surprise. Don't be fooled by an offer. There will be underlying expectations that you should consider before you agree to anything. Don't feel pressured -- time is on your side. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Use a work-related event to explore new possibilities. Showing off your skills and knowledge will make some jealous, but others will take note and consider you for advancement. Celebrate with someone you love and prepare to make a move. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Avoid shopping or getting taken for granted by those asking for help, donations or handouts. Industry events or festive celebrations are best handled intelligently by curbing any inclination to be indulgent. Moderation will help you avoid trouble. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Get your place ready to receive guests or visit older friends and relatives. Taking the time to let someone know you care will make a difference in your relationship. You don't have to spend a fortune to prove your love. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Tally up how much you've spent and what you can do to take advantage of any tax credits or personal paperwork that can influence you emotionally, financially or physically. Don't leave anything until the last minute. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Everything will seem larger-than-life. Try not to overreact or take on more than you can handle. Keeping your word will be important if you don't want to face opposition. Take time for personal pampering and relaxation. Romance is encouraged. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Financial and physical indulgence will be costly. Don't give in to anyone who is asking for too much. Moderation and intuition will lead to the right choice as long as you play it safe. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Travel, reunite with old friends and try to learn from every experience you encounter. Enjoy catching up with others and expanding your ideas based on the information you gather. Life is the best education. You don't always have to be the teacher. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don't let anyone push your buttons. Concentrate on enhancing your appeal and figuring out how you want others to perceive you. Spend more time updating your look and figure out what you want to do next. Avoid conflict. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You can't please everyone, so take care of yourself and do what is in your best interest. Try to avoid heading into the new year with unnecessary debt. Don't overspend to impress others. A kind gesture will be sufficient. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Weigh the pros and cons and make decisions that reflect what will have the best outcome for you. The less cluttered you let your life become, the easier it will be to reach your goals. Be straightforward about your concerns and decisions. 3 stars