Tuesday, 14 December 2004

ARIES:  (March 21 to April 20)
Games of one-upmanship may be played today and while you will be a worthy competitor, you are more likely to come off second best. There are also signs of confusion around a financial or legal matter. 

TAURUS:  (April 21 to May 21)
With more fuel in your tank and renewed enthusiasm, you can tackle a problem or assignment that has been on the back burner for months. Your chances for success are much higher this time around. 

GEMINI:  (May 22 to June 21)
A relationship or situation may not be completely to your liking, but with a little fine-tuning you can come closer to perfection.  The wheel of fortune is poised to swing your way, giving you an easier run. 

CANCER:  (June 22 to July 23)
Someone who has been a friend or mentor in the past continues to offer support and encouragement.  However, your current lesson is one of independence.  Venture out on your own and find productive ways to make your mark. 

LEO:  (July 24 to August 23)
If your good sense is wavering due to an overload of work or responsibility, take a breather or delegate a few chores.  The more you push yourself, the greater the risk of health or emotional problems.  

VIRGO:  (August 24 to September 23)
Whether you call it karma or coincidence, you may inadvertently get caught out in a lie or dodgy deal.  Extraordinary developments put you on the back foot, but also offer a chance to redeem yourself. 


LIBRA:  (September 24 to October 23)
Try to tone down the sarcasm and keep your ego in check.  Whether you have been put up on a pedestal by a loved one or believe your own publicity, a little humility would not go astray. 

SCORPIO:  (October 24 to November 22)
An ongoing feud can be easily resolved, but you must be prepared to give in or compromise.  The power lies in your hands and it is up to you use it wisely for the good of a relationship. 

SAGITTARIUS:  (November 23 to December 22)
An opportunity to indulge your senses, make a wise investment, or flaunt your talents, will be both an ego boost and feather in your cap.  Yours is the luckiest sign in the zodiac and you must cash in.

CAPRICORN:  (December 23 to January 20)
Running around without any sense of purpose will be counter-productive.  Plan a course of action and manage your time wisely so that you see results.  Your need to be helpful and appreciated is very real. 

AQUARIUS:  (January 21 to February 19)
Cut the dead wood from your life and concentrate on fresh ventures. A taste of something new you had recently has whetted your appetite for more and now the planets encourage you to plot a course. 

PISCES:  (February 20 to March 20)
Your gentleness and guile are your greatest gifts, use them wisely and you will get what you want without appearing self-serving.  The planets hold one or two stunning surprises and things are not as they seem. 

YOUR DAY
Practical and passionate planets blend beautifully.  Challenges will be met with energy and enthusiasm, and no stone is likely to be left unturned in the race to achieve perfection.  Quality is more important than quantity and this means standards may be set higher than usual.  There is also a touch of ruthlessness in the stars and some people will have little compunction making those tough decisions. 

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Pluto makes you mysterious, sensual, and secretive.  You may decide to make a sneaky move in the months ahead, without proper consultation or thought for others.  And while you will be loath to hurt people, the planets provide you with enough backbone to break away from futile relationships or situations.