Weekend, 15 & 16 January 2005

ARIES:  (March 21 to April 20)
You may be on the tail end of an emotional ordeal and will begin to turn your attention to other issues.  There may still be internal dialogue to cope with, but you will be less stressed and guilt-free.

TAURUS:  (April 21 to May 21)
Temptation may be placed in your path or you will jump to the wrong conclusions.  It is important to ponder the consequences of your words and actions this weekend, and look before you leap.

GEMINI:  (May 22 to June 21)
You may celebrate a minor victory or will welcome release from an obligation that has weighed you down for months.  As a result, you will feel carefree, relaxed and ready to make new plans.

CANCER:  (June 22 to July 23)
Prepare yourself well before entertaining new ideas or making fresh commitments.  It will be easy to overlook important facts or put a positive spin on issues this weekend when attention to detail is the key.

LEO:  (July 24 to August 23) 
There may be moments when you question the merits of a relationship of venture, but these will be offset by glimpses of the positive things that lie ahead.  Stick to your guns and think optimistically.

VIRGO:  (August 24 to September 23)
If someone makes unreasonable demands or questions your loyalty, speak up for yourself.  You may feel you are constantly dodging bullets this weekend, but will eventually win others over.

LIBRA:  (September 24 to October 23)
The edge may be taken off your enthusiasm for a venture when it becomes apparent what is involved.  There will be a tendency to get carried away with an idea but grow bored before you follow through on it.

SCORPIO:  (October 24 to November 22)
Rather than expecting loved ones to read your mind, be explicit about what you want and how you feel.  Not everyone shares your talent for tuning in and being able to empathise with others.

SAGITTARIUS:  (November 23 to December 22)
You may branch out in a different direction, surprising people who have come to depend on you.  A sense of belonging or self-confidence that has been missing for some time will soon be re-ignited.

CAPRICORN:  (December 23 to January 20)
Despite your apprehension about a situation, you may be pleasantly surprised by the outcome.  It appears many of you fears will prove unfounded as life takes an unexpected turn and opportunities fall in your lap.

AQUARIUS:  (January 21 to February 19)
All of your actions will have consequences so think carefully before leaping into situations.  Patience and tolerance may not be your strong points this weekend, but they are vital elements in social and family relationships.

PISCES:  (February 20 to March 20)
A subtle shift in your mood, expectations, or personal circumstances will make you feel more positive about the future.  Rather than fighting against the tide of change, you will now be more inclined to embrace it.

SATURDAY
YOUR DAY
How you cope today depends largely on your state of mind.  Those who see the glass half empty may be victims of their own negativity, while glass half full types can achieve success through the power of positive thought.  Be wary of falling prey to people with sob stories, or those who seek to manipulate for their own advantage. Take time out occasionally.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Your ideas and intentions may be good, but the secret lies in the planning.  Rather than acting independently, seek help from friends, family members, and experts so that all your bases are covered.  You may also feel restless, out of condition, or jaded, and a strategy to reinvent yourself is needed.

SUNDAY
YOUR DAY
Moon in straight-shooting Aries acts as catalyst for openness in relationships.  Rather than beating around the bush or trying to control people and situations, call it how it is today and accept theconsequences.  There is plenty of energy and enthusiasm in the stars, and for those wanting to initiate an idea or venture, this is the perfect time to get the ball rolling.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
You will be a master at managing the status quo in 2005.  Gone will be last year's restless urges and left behind will be lessons you learned from making silly mistakes.  A job, relationship, or financial venture will be put on firmer ground and while you may feel tied down you'll relish the security.