ARIES (March 21-Apluril 19): Don't make waves with your peers. Celebrate with family, a lover or good friends who will look out for you. Initiate plans, but let everyone contribute in their own way. Keeping the peace will ensure a happy start to the year. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take control of your life. Check out your options and follow through by researching the interests, places and people you want to pursue in the upcoming months. Emotions and indulgence must not lead to a costly mishap. Romance is highlighted. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don't put limits on what you can accomplish. Instead of going out and risking getting into trouble, celebrate New Year's at home with friends and loved ones. Don't reveal personal secrets. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Call up people you want to connect with before the year comes to a close. Checking in with someone you have worked with in the past will spark an idea or proposal that can benefit you in the new year. Avoid unpredictable situations. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Have fun and create an atmosphere that will allow others to enjoy your entertaining personality. Unfamiliar places will spark enthusiasm and add to your excitement in the new year. Get ready to initiate your resolution immediately. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Put the past behind you, lighten up and have fun. Love is on the rise, and sharing your feelings is an excellent way to end one year and begin another. Set your goals high and you will improve your standard of living. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Avoid any sort of debate or controversial topic that can ruin your plans or your evening. Focus on lively entertainment and sticking close to the people you know have your back. Live, love, laugh and be happy. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Remember and re-evaluate the year gone by. Plan the alterations you want to put into play and discuss your decisions with anyone affected by the choices you make. Taking a unique approach to life, love and prosperity will pay off. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You'll be eager to take off on a new adventure. Whether it's a night out on the town or a new place to hang your hat, you will entertain others with generosity and goodwill for the new year. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Let go of the past as you move into the future. Hold on tightly to what is near and dear to you, and dispense with anything that is holding you back or weighing you down. Work on easing your stress and toast to new beginnings. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Keep tabs on your intake. Moderation will be necessary if you want to avoid an emotional situation that can hinder your future. Plan to put your resolution into effect prior to ringing in the new year. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Mingle with people who can help you get ahead or offer you insight or favors. Good fortune can be yours if you are ready to minimize your overhead and maximize your skills, experience and knowledge. 4 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You will need to start thinking about what you want to do and how you intend to get ahead. Impulsive moves will not turn out so well, but if you plan your actions and reconnect with past colleagues, you will find your way. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Focus on having fun. Moderation is key, and romance is high. Spending time with the people you love the most and sharing insight with those you prefer to do business with will lead to a happy and prosperous new year. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don't share your next move, just go ahead and make it happen. Taking everyone by surprise will add to the excitement and improve your end result. Good fortune is within reach if you are disciplined and determined. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take extra time to nurture an important relationship and to make positive plans that will help you get ahead financially. Use your imagination and you will come up with a plan that is unique, attainable and supported by others. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Put your time and effort into positive change. What you do now will map out the way your next year will unfold. Think big, but don't go over budget or try to do something that is unrealistic. Patience and practicality will be required. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Travel, network and spend time with people who can help you get ahead professionally or who can positively influence your standard of living personally. Love and romance are highlighted along with partnerships and creative beginnings and good fortune. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Refrain from spending money on your home, your loved ones or on luxury items you don't need. The changes going on around you are best dealt with reasonably. Take stock of the year gone by and embrace new beginnings with optimism. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Getting together with friends, relatives or neighbors will lead to conversations that can help you see your current position clearly and result in wise suggestions that will help you in the new year. Romance is highlighted. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Make changes at home or to your personal life that will make you feel optimistic about your future and confident that you will reach your goals. Present what you have to offer to those who share your interests. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Spend time at home or doing something with the ones you love. Don't let anyone ruin your plans or deter you from doing what you want to do. An impulsive move will not be to your advantage. Bide your time. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Concentrate on maintaining your status quo by refusing to let an emotional incident disturb your balance. Keeping a level head will be important if you are going to reach your goals and take care of your responsibilities. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Draw support from the people you have been able to count on in the past. Make an effort to include someone you love in your plans. Helping others will allow you to show off your skills and attract offers from an unusual source. 4 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be careful how you handle work-related matters. Someone will be watching what you do. Stay calm and focus on taking charge and doing what needs to be done. Don't let anyone manipulate you emotionally. Negotiate fairly, but shrewdly. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Set your standards and share your thoughts. You will attract interest but also competition. Keep your emotions in check and don't take chances that may cost you your reputation or your position. Be smart, practical and in control. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take care of responsibilities before going out with friends. Good fortune can be yours if you gather facts before making a move. You can get ahead if you go about it the right way. Favors will be granted. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don't feel you have to make a drastic change because someone puts pressure on you. Bide your time and consider all your options. You'll come up with an alternate way to move forward if you think outside the box. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Head to where the action is and you will end up as the center of attention. Let your dynamic personality explore and present a vivid account of some of the ideas and plans you want to pursue in the new year. 5 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Socialize with your peers and you will make headway that can lead to a higher income, but don't be too quick to commit or sign a contract. Hedge your bets and choose your moment to make your move based on the best deal. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Handle personal matters carefully. Someone will draw an emotional rise out of you that could alter the way you live. You may not like what happens initially, but in the end, the benefits will be plentiful. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Proceed with caution when dealing with peers. Meetings can go either way depending on how you handle questions. Don't let your emotions take over or allow anger to get the better of you. Keep things in perspective and opt to listen and observe. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Check out something new and research information rather than taking someone's word because they speak with authority. Fixing up your home or preparing for New Year's festivities is favored as long as you don't overspend. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Say little and do a lot. You will face complaints and mustn't let what others do or say affect your productivity. Invest in yourself and your future, not in what someone else wants you to do. Attention can alleviate a disgruntled partner. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You'll have some great ideas to put into play. An interesting job opportunity is apparent, but may require a partner in order to get things off the ground. A change in the way you live will turn out to be beneficial. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): What you do to help others will add to your popularity, but don't let anyone take advantage of you or what you have to offer. Taking on responsibilities must not stop you from getting ahead or doing what's best for you. 3 stars