Jan. 30-Feb. 5

ARIES (March 21-April 20) Before mid-week, a close relative may openly discuss recent career disappointments or financial setbacks. Ask probing questions and encourage creative solutions. At present, loved ones will need steady guidance and dedicated emotional support. Thursday through Saturday, romance and long-term commitment demand delicate negotiations. Someone close may wish to challenge established roles or move a relationship to a new level of intimacy. Remain dedicated: all is well.

TAURUS (April 21-May 20) Social invitations, sensuality or group creativity now offer unique rewards. Many Taureans will this week adopt an attitude of curiosity or emotional exploration. New forms of entertainment or rekindled passions may provide special distraction: before Wednesday, expect both friends and lovers to compete for your loyalty and attention. Later this week, a complex family decision may trigger detailed financial discussions. Don't challenge shared opinions: tempers may be high.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Work officials will this week rely heavily on trusted business practices and detailed records. After Tuesday, your unique mental and verbal skills will bring clarity to complicated projects: remain focused on established procedures and expect colleagues to require extra encouragement. Wednesday through Saturday, an old friend or close relative may be unusually moody or easily irritated. Remain supportive: a fear of social change or feelings abandonment may be at issue.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Loans, job applications and official documents are now easily clarified or completed. Early this week, however, pay attention to short-term expectations, last minute projects or new deadlines. Older co-workers may ask for an explanation of times, dates or daily events. Be forthcoming: your calm response will influence strained relationships. Friday through Sunday, friends or colleagues may expect concrete answers to fast invitations. Stay alert: there's much to consider.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Romantic partners may this week press for solid commitments or finalized plans. In the coming weeks, single Leos can expect a sharp increase in social flirtation. Remain sensitive to private emotions and expect an honest expression of hidden romantic doubt: before Friday, minor tensions between loved ones will escalate. Thursday through Saturday, new business proposals or revised workplace partnerships prove problematic: check dates or amounts for minor errors.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Gossip in the workplace is now best avoided. Over the next seven days, friends or colleagues will appear cheerful but privately feel vulnerable. Maintain a healthy respect for delicate social and romantic issues: at present, new love affairs will not survive public scrutiny. After mid-week, a younger relative may announce a complicated business proposal, new job or revised financial venture. Advocate caution towards new partnerships: your past experience will provide direction.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) This week, loved ones or close roommates may demand group participation and special dedication to daily chores. Social or family planning is now a top priority and may soon create minor disagreements in the home. Pace yourself and wait for clear signals: ongoing patience and empathy will be needed. Later this week, a past romantic triangle may reappear: expect friends and lovers to passionately demand your loyalty. Remain quietly detached: progress will be slow.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Over the next few days, home routines and established family habits may require serious adjustment. Respond quickly to the needs or opinions of loved ones: before next week, close friends or relatives may expect public statements of dedication and support. Don't ignore difficult moments. After Thursday, an unfinished business project may be cancelled or postpone. Bold reactions are best avoided: criticism and public discussion will not bring the desired results.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Unique invitations may this week trigger group speculation: after Tuesday, expect co-workers and friends to probe for personal revelations or private information. Romantic promises or family events may be of particular interest: go slow and carefully consider the feelings of others. Later this week, someone close may ask for a permanent home decision. Central issues may involve parenting habits or long-term family plans. Respond with honesty: your ideas will be proven valid.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) Legal ownership, financial documents or time sensitive payments will this week require caution and special diplomacy. Before mid-week study minor details for misinterpreted facts or poorly defined terms. Loved ones will press for clarity and final promises: find creative ways to settle ongoing disputes. Friday through Sunday, a close friend may announce unique group or family plans. Offer encouragement: a new era of romance and social involvement is now due to arrive.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21-Feb. 19) Emotional isolation will no longer create strain between friends and lovers. Over the next seven days, expect loved ones to foster friendships or express newfound social curiosity. Group events and family celebrations may be particularly rewarding: stay open to unique proposals or reunions. Wednesday through Saturday, key officials may assign new jobs or expand daily workplace duties. If so, avoid public comment or group discussion: co-workers may need time to adjust.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) Trusted business procedures will this week ensure reliable results. Before mid-week, colleagues or officials may feel mildly threatened by creative suggestions or group speculation. Avoid public debate, if possible, and wait for new ideas to gain support: your dedication to established methods will be appreciated. Friday though Sunday, a controversial romantic proposal may arrive without warning. Remain sensitive to past loyalties: complex social triangles are highlighted.

If your birthday is this week: Almost three years of social questioning and quiet introspection will now fades. In the coming weeks and months, life lessons involving romantic disappointment, strained friendship or family disruption can be translated into wisdom. Before mid-March, expect a new era of group interest and creative involvement to take precedence. Long-term relationships will also expand. After June 3, loved ones may propose unique home changes, complex romantic promises or revised family commitments. Respond quickly to all suggestions: this is the right time to bring extra financial security and comfort to the home. Much of 2006 will increase your appreciation of long-term relationships and family enjoyment: stay open to fresh thinking and new ideas.

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