Thursday, 13 January 2005

ARIES:  (March 21 to April 20)
Whatever your strengths and weaknesses, they are likely to be exaggerated today.  Tone down any tendency to brag or misbehave and align yourself with people whose personalities match yours.  A joint venture looks like being a big success.

TAURUS:  (April 21 to May 21)
Keep your finger on the pulse of events or you may miss out on valuable clues and opportunities.  Mercury in your adventure zone makes you more outspoken, while Sun in the intense part of your chart heightens ambition.

GEMINI:  (May 22 to June 21)
You must keep arguing your case, even in the face of stiff opposition from others.  This is not the time to concede defeat or scrap an innovative idea.  Go on the charm offensive today and promote yourself.

CANCER:  (June 22 to July 23)
Venus in your social sector ensures you connect with the right people at the right time.  Someone who has an impressive personality could become a powerful ally and help you achieve an ambitious deadline or dream.

LEO:  (July 24 to August 23)
Just when you think it is safe to reveal your feelings, someone may touch a sensitive spot and send you back into your shell.  Keep your cards close to your chest and share only with loved ones.

VIRGO:  (August 24 to September 23)
You may have to do some soul-searching in order to resolve a personal or professional dilemma.  The planets make you more insightful, but at the same time they also warn against becoming too obsessive or self-absorbed.

LIBRA:  (September 24 to October 23)
Your moods may fluctuate, with periods of self-pity followed by bouts of over-confidence.  Someone you share a strong bond with will play an important role today, offering much-needed emotional support or practical solutions to problems.

SCORPIO:  (October 24 to November 22)
Take time to stop, pause and reflect on your immediate past and future.  There is definitely room for improvement in your life, but first you must ponder recent mistakes and devise a new plan of action.

SAGITTARIUS:  (November 23 to December 22)
A recent event has had more of an impact than you first realised and only now are the effects becoming clear.  You may feel a sense of despair, but the planetary patterns suggest this mood is temporary.

CAPRICORN:  (December 23 to January 20)
Home is where the heart is and despite someone's efforts to lure you away, you will not be easily swayed.  Your loyalty towards others will not go unnoticed and some sort of emotional or financial reward may result.
AQUARIUS:  (January 21 to February 19)
With your ruler Uranus slowly moving through your zone of money and material comfort, you may wonder what you can do to improve personal circumstances.  You are likely to take one step forward and two back.

PISCES:  (February 20 to March 20)
Although you have built-in sixth sense, an unexpected event or problem you did not see coming could throw you off-course.  Unless you roll with the punches, feelings of anxiety may arise or a relationship will suffer.

YOUR DAY
Lost causes can be salvaged and puzzles solved under today's clever and insightful stars.  When putting the pieces together, balance the practical with creative imagination and trust your hunches.  People and situations are likely to be judged on first impressions, and nine times out of ten they will be accurate.  The only downside may be a tendency for some to gloat or act in a condescending manner.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Luck could come through a spouse, child, or business partner.  There will be a flow-on effect this year and simply being in the right place at the right time could be of tremendous benefit.  Avoid casting plans in concrete and be open to the many impromptu and wonderful events likely to happen.