Thursday, 16 December 2004

ARIES:  (March 21 to April 20)
A decision or event may be liberating and after months of toeing the line, the real you will begin to emerge.  Your connection with someone who is bright or different has a bearing on how you behave. 

TAURUS:  (April 21 to May 21)
The zodiac's most patient sign, you often wait too long and end up missing the boat.  Now Moon at the peak of your chart helps you automatically spot opportunities and makes you more inclined to act on instinct. 

GEMINI:  (May 22 to June 21)
You either recently took a breather or proved a point, now you are ready to throw yourself back into the fray.  From this moment on, you must choose your battles carefully to avoid recreating another tense standoff. 

CANCER:  (June 22 to July 23)
Whether you have to beg, borrow or bargain, a goal at the top of your agenda must be achieved.  There is a sense of urgency around your sign and you should leave nothing to chance today. 

LEO:  (July 24 to August 23)
A beguiling person may occupy your thoughts or cross your path.  You will be particularly attracted to someone who challenges you mentally, shares your ideals, and dares to be different.  You are an advocate for free speech. 

VIRGO:  (August 24 to September 23)
Recycle an idea or salvage a situation that still has merit.  Some of you have recently experienced disappointment, loss, or heartache, and now the race is on to seek compensation for those bad times. 

LIBRA:  (September 24 to October 23)
Despite your willingness to bend over backwards to please people, you will probably fall short in someone's eyes.  The standards may be higher today and your best bet would be to set a good example through hard work. 

SCORPIO:  (October 24 to November 22)
Someone's selfish attitude may inflame you, but be careful your own behaviour is not mirrored in his or hers.  It appears you will be blind to your own faults today yet quick to condemn other people. 

SAGITTARIUS:  (November 23 to December 22)
People who are optimistic or young at heart will make the best companions for spirited Sagittarians.  You may be inclined to think outside the square today and your antics will have limited appeal. 

CAPRICORN:  (December 23 to January 20)
While you may feel in control when it comes to business matters and physical challenges, there is a chance you will suffer from emotional insecurity.  Seek solace in the company of someone who believes strongly in you. 

AQUARIUS:  (January 21 to February 19)
Moon in your sign can work to your favour, but only if you trust your hunches.  In times of trouble, listen to your inner voice and ignore unsolicited advice from people with their own axe to grind. 

PISCES:  (February 20 to March 20)
As someone who often sees situations only in black and white, you may be forced to take another point of view into account today.  There are no easy answers or obvious villains, only several possible outcomes. 

YOUR DAY
Moon in madcap Aquarius turns this into an anything-can-happen kind of day.  Despite the best of intentions and careful planning, things can and will go wrong.  And while many of the planets remain in fixed signs, it is important to remain flexible at all times.  Cut through pretence, get to the heart of matters as quickly as possible, and avoid spreading gossip or rumours. 

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Your new birthday year brings mixed blessings.  On the one hand you may undergo personal transformation after discarding emotional or physical baggage.  On the other hand, there will be times when you become so self-absorbed people have difficulty connecting with you.  Look for balance in your life.