Weekend, 5 & 6 November 2005

ARIES:  (March 21 to April 20)
You will probably prefer to play situations safe rather than risking the wrath of your loved ones.  The planets may create an electrically charged atmosphere, but you will manage keep a lid on your emotions and behaviour. 

TAURUS:  (April 21 to May 21)
Play the role of cheerleader and tap into your stores of energy, ideas and charm.  You will have a happy knack of motivating the team and inspiring lazy people to make the most of their talents. 

GEMINI:  (May 22 to June 21)
A new broom will sweep clean for many Gemini natives, with the likely changes coming in affairs of the heart and finances.  This is also a good time to forgive, forget and seek greater equality in relationships. 

CANCER:  (June 22 to July 23)
You are in a promising cycle, but need to be highly organised in order to cash in on opportunities that come your way.  Certain people in your circle may be quick to judge and slow to act. 

LEO:  (July 24 to August 23)
Success and popularity are yours for the taking, but you must be prepared to schmooze, network and seize the initiative.  Compatible planets hint at dramatic encounters, unusual pastimes or joint ventures that involve high stakes. 

VIRGO:  (August 24 to September 23)
The Moon makes you more sensitive than usual and there is a risk you will overreact.  Allow others a little leeway and avoid overblown emotional dramas.  Where possible you should focus on platonic rather than romantic relationships. 

LIBRA:  (September 24 to October 23)
As much as it irks you, the time has probably come to confess the role you played in failed venture or relationship.  Unless you are completely honest with yourself, it will be impossible to move forward. 

SCORPIO:  (October 24 to November 22)
Moon moving through your money and communication zones could mean one of two things.  Either you will spend on luxuries and self-indulgent pastimes, or you will reconnect with someone who sets your heart racing. 

SAGITTARIUS:  (November 23 to December 22)
Lunar energy could bring an emotional problem to a head or blur your judgement.  And as much as you dislike confrontation, the time has come to clear the air and start afresh in a relationship or situation. 

CAPRICORN:  (December 23 to January 20)
You may feel restless and ready for change, but will know intuitively that the time is not right.  Subtle energy in the perceptive part of your chart encourages you to lead with your heart not your head. 

AQUARIUS:  (January 21 to February 19)
This weekend marks the start of a luckier and more sociable cycle.  If you have been in a romantic rut, circumstances may suddenly change for the better.  And if finances have been rocky, expect things to stabilise soon. 

PISCES:  (February 20 to March 20)
Keep an ace up your sleeve for those awkward moments when someone backs you into a corner.  Stellar stars suggest you will emerge a winner, but there may be a small price to pay for victory.

SATURDAY
YOUR DAY
There may be more to situations and people than meets the eye, so scratch the surface and peel away the layers.  Avoid superficial events and conversations, channelling energy instead into productive and worthwhile pastimes.  Above all, avoid keeping secrets or telling lies.  All will eventually be revealed and the consequences could be devastating.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Curb suspicions and try to be more flexible in relationships.  There is a danger you will dig yourself into a hole with accusations or obstinacy, but stars at the turn of the year offer an opportunity to change for the better.  A little self-analysis will go a long way towards healing. 

SUNDAY
YOUR DAY
Moon in sensible Capricorn and Sun in unswerving Scorpio is the perfect recipe for efficient output.  Organise tasks in strict order of priority and avoid people or situations that are likely to cause distraction.  There may be an authoritarian tone to relationships and unless there is a defined pecking order, power games will be played.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
On the one hand you may feel obligated to someone, but on the other hand you will yearn for freedom.  Search your heart and conscience and work out whether you want to nurture others or meet your own needs and desires.  A ruthless decision is on the cards.