ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep your plans a secret for the time being. Work diligently behind the scenes to put everything in place before the year comes to a close. A gift or surprise will lift your spirits and give you hope for prospects. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put your plans in motion. Speak from the heart, and pull the people into your project that you feel have something unique to contribute. Let bygones be bygones, and move forward without regret, anger or emotional baggage. 4 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Whatever you do, keep moving forward. Now is not the time to second-guess your plans or to hold back because you are afraid. Put yourself out there, and continue to focus on what's important to you. Make romance a priority. 2 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Partnerships are essential and best handled with care. Discuss your feelings, and you'll be surprised by the support and suggestions people offer. Change can be frightening but also exhilarating. Have faith and leap forward. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Sit tight until you are sure what your next move should be. Give yourself time to iron out any problems you might face. Take good care of your physical well-being as well as meaningful relationships. Observe rather than participate. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Step up to the podium and say what's on your mind. It's time to take charge and lay out your strategy for the upcoming year. Make personal plans that include travel, pursuits of knowledge and expanding your social life and interests. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't let anyone ruin your plans or your day. Step out with someone who puts a smile on your face and offers sage advice. A pep talk should give you the push you need to bring about positive changes. Romance is encouraged. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take better care of your physical and emotional well-being. Refuse to let anyone undermine you. Concentrate on what matters most and how best to go about getting things done to your specifications. Be creative, use your imagination and eliminate problems. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Primping and pampering will put you in the mood to party. Making plans with someone special will help you figure out what you want to focus on and how best to go about turning your dream into a reality. Romance is featured. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Last-minute adjustments will put your mind at ease as you move toward next year. A change of heart will prompt you to revise the way you do things moving forward. An unusual decision may confuse others, but it will improve your life. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Spend more time doing things that make you happy and less time fretting over what others do. Don't get dragged into an emotional dispute, or you will be considered a meddler. Do your own thing. Personal improvement is favored. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Envision what you want in order to make it happen. Your intuition will help you size up situations and people you encounter. A change will turn out to be beneficial if you speak up and make what you want crystal clear. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): An innovative plan will help you gain support. The information offered will be a reminder to practice moderation and frugality. Listen to an offer, and consider if you should join forces or do your own thing. Romance is featured. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Make changes for the right reason. You want to head into next year with as little baggage as possible. Conversations with the people who matter most to you will help resolve any issues you might have or uncertainty that prevails. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You don't have to stand alone. Reach out to people you care about, and make an agreement to help one another move forward next year. A physical improvement will get you ready to bring in the new year fashionably. Romance is featured. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Put your energy to work for you. A creative endeavor will change the direction you take. A partnership looks promising and will encourage you to get involved in organizations next year that could benefit from what you have to offer. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don't let the changes someone makes upset you. Take it as a sign to follow the path that excites you the most. The freedom to make decisions that shape prospects positively should be your goal. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It's up to you to bring about change. Don't settle for less. Traveling, talking and exploring new possibilities will lead to unusual people and a chance to do something you've always wanted to try. A positive change is within reach. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Keep your life free of complexity and people who give you a hard time. Gravitate toward those offering you unique suggestions, insight and options you hadn't thought of in the past. Personal improvements, love and romance are featured. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A change at home will confuse you. Do your research, look for the best deal and head in a direction that offers the space, security and future you want. A trip will be eye-opening and encourage you to enjoy life. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Get together with old friends. What you discover will help you recognize what you have and what you want. When the grass looks greener on the other side of the fence, take a closer look before you make a move. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Take time to adjust to any changes happening around you. Consider the best way to take advantage of inevitable situations, and you'll find a solution that will result in additional benefits. Don't let anger set in or take over. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Choose your battles wisely. Refuse to let your emotions take over and get you into trouble. Arguments will only make matters worse. Be reasonable, and make your position clear. You'll be surprised by the result you get. Choose love over discord. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don't share secrets. Stay focused on what you have to finish before the year comes to a close. Position yourself for success instead of stirring up situations that are based on an assumption. Look for positive change and interaction. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take your time, settle down and give yourself a chance to consider your options. Spend time with people you trust to offer sound advice and who can help you make clear-cut decisions. Make romance a priority. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Get out and see what's going on in your community. Observing and participating in events will open your mind to different cultures and ways of doing things. An opportunity will lead to a change that should include improved health. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Personal growth due to an unexpected change will turn out to be favorable. A positive attitude will help you see the benefits and the good in what transpires. Trust in your ability to turn a negative into a positive. Romance is encouraged. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don't spend, donate or give too freely when you have responsibilities and bills to pay. Focus more on your relationship with others and how best to use your time and energy to make your situations at home and work more manageable. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Spend more time being introspective. The deeper you look inside, the more you will discover who you are and what you want out of life. Discuss the changes you want to make with someone you love. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A social event will take you on an unusual detour that will influence the way you feel about life. The more you discover, the easier it will be to recognize what it is you want. Children and seniors will be insightful. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't let someone bully you. Make it clear what you are interested in doing and what you are not. End this year on a high note. State what it is you want, and enforce your will. Romance is on the rise. 2 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Make decisions, and plan to follow the path that interests you. Change begins within and develops into something based on what's happened in the past, what you currently face and where you see yourself in the future. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Get together with old friends. Share your thoughts and feelings with someone you love. A look back will help you assess how far you've come, what you still want to accomplish and which way to head. Romance is featured. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don't let confusion set in due to physical and emotional uncertainty. Consider the facts, discuss your concerns and retreat until you have a clear picture regarding what you want to do next. Don't let someone make decisions for you. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Emotions will be close to the surface. Focus on love, romance and stability. Offer to help, but be careful not to overdo it or to promise the impossible. Think matters through, and choose what's best for you. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): An emotional situation should be handled with care. If you are erratic or take action without thinking first, you will end up at a loss. Don't leave personal possessions or cash lying around. Protect your interests, your friendships and your future prospects. 3 stars