Astrology: Frank Pilkington's stars for 2004.
AriesTHIS will be a very up-front year for you. You'll find that your feelings are near the surface. You'll be pushed to use them in go-getting ways in your work. Around the home, too. Having a neat base to work from fills your mind. Don't be surprised if you find yourself painting the house, or are busy about the garden.
The eclipse of the Moon at the end of January will make you feel especially bouncy so it's a good time to organise a party.
You won't overdo it, though, if you give yourself some short breaks later on in the year. Relax with small groups of close friends. You'll enjoy holidays this year, too. Choose one that gets your curiosity going perhaps a new place in the sun, or one that has plenty of interesting places to visit.
WORK shines for you this year and though you'll be hard at it, there's a lot of satisfaction in doing a job well.
Now's the time to put solid plans into action, especially if you've been thinking about them for some time.
Any investment you make in bricks and mortar should pay off and it's likely to make you feel more secure about work and business plans.
Jupiter moves into Libra at the end of September. By then you'll want to connectTHERE may be a pay rise coming this year, or a new job at a higher wage.
You'll want to play hard and you're aware that what you earn will need to be put to good use. You'll be interested in any solid scheme that brings rewards later on.
Now is an ideal time to look over those pension plans, think about that next house move or lay some money aside in a savings account.
You're attracted to beauty, so you could think about investing in art.
But you'll be wanting to splash out someLOVE is a theme for you this year. The chances are high that someone at work will attract your attention.
You'll be in a mood to make moves and enjoy yourself. Feisty people and those with an outrageous sense of fun will catch your eye.
You'll be drawn towards perfect beauty and good manners. Cool fashion sense is a plus. Peek under the surface, though, and see if what you really want exists.
If you're looking for long-term relationshipsmore with people at work. This is a time to leave daily details to other people. Pass them on. That frees you up to make more business contacts. Your boss will be pleased.
Don't be surprised if you take up a study course that helps you make the shift.
All in all, it's a busy year. You'll be moving in new directions if you keep your eyes open for opportunities.
of your hard-earned cash on holidays and with Pluto in your house of travel, you don't need to be told to spend it carefully.
You must look for value for money so search for that bargain holiday, or take up a last-minute booking. Either way will pay off for you.
Your aim this year is to save and spend wisely.
the eclipse of the Moon in May will help you see beyond glamour. You've an urge to get to know loved ones deeply, especially if you're about to make commitments not that you won't have a good time making the running.
You're up for fun, as well as the serious stuff. This is a year where you can combine the best of both worlds.
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Taurus
YOU'LL have a keen sense of your purpose in life throughout the year. Mars conjuncts Saturn in May so you'll be prepared for the steady work involved.
But you don't have to do it all on your own. You'll find that other people will be ready to help. Need some clues about DIY? Ask a handy neighbour or friend. Advice on a new car? Ask a car-mad uncle. Anything to make your life easier.
The cinema and theatre will appeal, too. Treats are always good for the soul. You're drawn to beautify your surroundings. So take time to go to some new, out-of-the-way places. Search for what you need. You'll enjoy the mystery and intrigue of it.
Surrounding yourself with luxury doesn't have to cost a fortune. Your goal this year is to make the most of it.
WORK will seem like a television drama to you this year. But you'll be adopting a flyonthe-wall approach.
This is a period for quietly getting on with what you do best. So enjoy those moments when work plans go like a dream and leave the heavy action to others.
Learn from them, too, especially after the eclipse in Libra in October. You'll benefit from standing aside because you're in a mood to co-operate. There'll be little around to frazzle your nerves. You'll want to make yourTHIS is an easy-come, easy-go year. There'll be some lucky moments, perhaps an unexpected bonus at work but you won't be asked to take risks.
It's just that you'll find that money is there when you need it.
It's a good year to be involved in fundraising activities of all kinds.
That could apply to raising money for charities or raising a bank loan for yourself.
You'll be open-handed, too, wanting to give lavishly to those close to you, as well as toAN emotionally deep year for you. You're looking for a partner to be in tune with your deepest longings.
But you want a light touch, too especially when it comes to the long-term relationship department.
You need a partner who loves to share good food, good wine and good conversation. An outing or two thrown in will help you make the best of your time together.
Those Venus/Neptune spaces will need a touch of the romantic about them. They'll setwork more enjoyable so look for contacts with people who can forward your plans.
Want to decorate the office space? This is the year for it. Need to concentrate on making products appealing? You're best placed to do that, too.
You have a magic touch this year. All you need do is make sure that those in the know see you waving that magic wand.
good causes. But you'll be careful of the details. You're in the mood to take care of the small print. Larger money issues will take care of themselves.
By the end of September, when Jupiter moves into Libra, you'll be able to give a good account of every penny you have spent. Congratulate yourself.
You've done well.
you up nicely to share that feeling of togetherness you want so much.
You'll be working hard this year so the odd spot of luxury and perhaps a holiday or two with your nearest and dearest will definitely appeal.
Add that to the open-heartedness you feel and what more could you wish for?
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Gemini
WANT some luck in your life? Now is the time for it. You can help make the most of it by looking for opportunities. If you need it, you'll find the time to re-fit the house. If there's more than one job you need to be doing, you'll find you can cope with what life brings you. Busy, busy, busy, you'll be pepped up when you see the house, work and family humming along like well-organised hives of industry.
And you? Ah, you'll enjoy being king-pin in the organisation, happiest most when there's another set of plans to slot neatly into action and a packed timetable. After Jupiter moves into Libra at the end of September, there's nothing you'll like more than dashing from one appointment to another, organising the kids' social lives. Think about yourself, though, and meet friends for the occasional drink.
EXPECT changes at work. That might mean a new job or, more likely, new twists and turns within work.
You'll enjoy adapting to these because they'll speed up communications with workmates. You'll also find that you have the ability to pour oil on troubled waters. People welcome your calm presence. They'll turn to you for advice because you seem to ride the waves so smoothly.
Happenings around your job won't be as surprising to you as they may be to many.
CAREFUL old Saturn guards your house of money this year.
Look out for May, when you become even more money conscious.
You'll be wanting to save the pennies. Let the pounds look after themselves. Watch out, too, for that person who'll show you more ways of saving money than even you thought of.
You'll be open to taking advice from others and any investment in land or houses will pay off.
You're looking to savings or investments to make you feel emotionally secure this year.MEANINGFUL talk with your loved ones is on the cards this year. Especially when the Moon moves towards an eclipse in October.
You'll be happiest setting up plans for places where you can have those deep chats. Perhaps a holiday, or some short breaks in a quiet hotel, is what you have in mind somewhere where you can enjoy being pampered. Then both of you can get on with the more important issues.
Or you can supply that glamour on a more regular basis. Part of you will be needing someYou'll have seen for some time that changes are on the way. The Moon's eclipse in October will help you to pinpoint advantages. Make good use of them. Used well, they can benefit other people and your own prospects at work.
You're in for a time that'll stand you in good stead a few years down the line. Look forward to a year that's intriguing.
That's no bad thing. Particularly if you've got that dream house in mind.
You can start planning to make those dreams come true. But it won't be all scrimp and save.
You'll need a few of those good days spent with friends to just enjoy yourself. So, go ahead, don't be scared to spend a little of that money.
upbeat places to visit, too. Evenings out in a lively restaurant will add zing to your life. On the home front, expect some interesting exchanges.
You'll both be discovering new things about yourselves. What you find out about each other this year will keep you intrigued for years to come.
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Cancer
WHEN wise Saturn is in your birth house, you can expect a steady couple of years. This is a time to be practical so get on with all those jobs that need doing around the house and at work. You'll be enjoying the feeling that you're on top of them. Life is going according to plan. And you laid those plans carefully. That'll be obvious by the time of the Moon's eclipse in April.
You've lots of energy at this time, too, that'll help with all those chores. And you'll put it to good use around the home. Your family will benefit from the extra time you put in. They may wonder, though, when you'll slow down a bit. That's important. Take advantage of opportunities for some time off. A few evenings of telly watching with a takeaway meal will refresh you enough to tackle those jobs with gusto.
WELL, work will be interesting. If you've had any plans around that need putting into action, you've the energy to do it.
You'll find that others respect your hard work. They'll be watching with interest as you come up with idea after idea.
If you want to move into a fresh area or improve your skills, talk to your boss about it. He'll find that what you have to say is solidly based, too.
Expect results by the time Mars and Saturn meet in May. More than ever, you'reMONEY is tied up with beauty this year as Venus joins Neptune in your house of investments.
You can benefit by investing in art objects or the entertainment industry.
And you're wise enough to take care of the small details. You're likely to do that because there's a large part of you that's looking to secure your future.
So risk-taking underpinned by commonsense is your watchword for the year.
You'll be pulled to invest in some of life's luxuries. That makes good sense if objects areTHE Sun certainly shines on you and your love life this year.
You'll find yourself wanting a partner who is both practical and loving.
You'll admire flibbertigibbets from a distance. But you'll be wanting someone who shows affection by putting up a shelf or two. Comfort and contentment is what you need most. But it'll be comfort and contentment you both have a hand in making.
That doesn't mean romance goes out of the window not with Venus joining Saturn intuned to hard work this year. You'll be finding it easy to overcome obstacles with tact and energy. In fact, they are the key to success.
Not many people can resist that combination. Particularly when they see that the payoff will benefit everybody.
So, go for co-operation and see your work dreams realised.
well made. So, if you would like that latest leather-upholstered sofa, make sure it's built to last. You absolutely need that digital camera which will also come in useful for work?
Make sure it's a good one, backed by a strong guarantee.
Nobody will be able to pull the wool over your eyes this year. You know exactly what you want.
your house of long-term relationships. What you're actually doing is laying the groundwork. You're more likely to indulge in those romantic feelings if the chores have been done.
Pack the kids off to grandma's for a weekend's spoiling, too. Then you've time to indulge yourselves. You've earned it.
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Leo
ALL'S bright and sunny in your kingdom this year, particularly where other people and holidays are concerned.
You'll be looking for exotic places where you can have a good time. Activity holidays would be just fine. A spot of sailing, some scuba diving or a historical tour would all fit the bill. Lazing away by the poolside isn't for you.
But you'll need to be with others who feel the same way. The more sporty they are, the better you'll like it. But, hey, do you have to go away to enjoy all this? No. It's just as easy to find happy-making activities on your home ground.
Get yourself to your local sports centre and meet a few new faces. That'll help you to work off extra energy and hitch up with new people, too.
SO who's looking to reach a high point of achievement this year? You are.
Ambition's pushing for recognition and you're happy to go along with it, provided it's done in your own way.
More than ever, you'll be setting yourself a purpose. Let flexibility be your guide in the months ahead.
You'll get the help you need when Mercury changes signs in your house of work in mid January.
You want support from those on the homeTHE first part of the year will see money coming and going at a rate of knots.
Look out for the unexpected bill but be reassured that the money will be there to pay it. Whatever you spend, you'll find yourself keeping a close eye on accounts.
Got the urge to take a small risk? Make sure you've got a small surplus then you can safely do so. Who knows what it'll bring back for you.
Jupiter moves into Libra at the end of September. By then you'll feel the pace slowing down a little. Now is the time to takeROMANCE is the keynote this year. Venus and Neptune build their nest in your house of relationships.
Don't be surprised if you meet new partners while working on some good cause. Charity and love go hand in hand this year.
Visits to the cinema or theatre will make you happy as will the special person you take with you.
You're likely to be on show this year and interested in fashion.
For you, dressing to attract will be part offront, too. If they can provide the loving backup you need, you'll feel readier to go out into the world.
Putting all those ideas into action is easy if you feel secure. Any work you do on the land, in the arts and around real estate will make you feel on top of the world. Nobody need tell you to keep your feet on the ground. Practical and purposeful is good this year.
stock of other people's needs, perhaps share with them some plans for money-saving efforts.
You may find that the kids need a whole new store of clothes for the up-coming school year.
Or maybe the house looks a bit tired and needs a fresh coat of paint? Now's the time to buy wisely and well.
the art of living. That will make you feel like a million dollars. You'll also look forward to those tete-a-tetes which help you to understand your partner.
With all that go, go, go, on the work front, you'll need time to relax.
What better way than to look glamorous for the person you love most?
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virgo
YOU feel good about yourself this year. Jupiter in Virgo until the end of September makes sure of that. Now's the time to take yourself in hand and move away from some of the old shyness.
You've got the confidence to step out on to the world stage and take advantage of the goodies opportunity brings. Take a risk with your appearance. Shopping for some new clothes or a new hair-do will do wonders for your self-esteem.
You're confident in other directions, too. People will find you warm and open, ready to listen. You'll give down-to-earth advice where it's needed and be surprised at how often people respond as the pearls of wisdom drop from your tongue as you usually keep your thoughts to yourself. It's just as useful to put them out into the world.
LOOKING to make your luck work for you? You can if you break the old work patterns and put yourself about a bit more.
Latch on to new groups with new ideas. You'll find it very easy to be enthusiastic this year.
Meet people who are pushing for change. Look to those who have an unusual approach. All will freshen your approach to your job and your boss will look at you with new eyes. Can't be bad, can it?
With Venus/Neptune rooted in your houseANYWHERE you co-operate with other people is where you'll find money in the coming year. Both men and women will be grateful for your advice.
You'll be able to dream up some grand schemes for savings. Mars is in your house of investments so you have the energy to put them into action.
Pass over the follow-up work to others, though, and give yourself time to concentrate on the ideas. That way, you can be sure they'll have their roots firmly planted in reality.
This year, you can make money work forTHIS year will bring some changes to your love life. Expect the unexpected while Uranus is in your house of relationships.
Even a long-term partner might act a little unusually this year. You want a weekly bunch of flowers?
You'll get a jar of rare honey this week, a ticket for the lottery next week, a bunch of home-grown rhubarb the week after. Get the picture? Go with it, a good many of these surprises will be delightful.
And you'll get romance. It'll be of the home-of daily work, you'll need it to be emotionally satisfying. Make your workplace a joy to be in. Brighten it with new cushions, a few well-chosen pictures, some flowers.
You'll be perfectly happy to stay on for those few extra hours to do the work all the new enthusiasm generates.
Make yourself happy and your boss will be, too.
you. Good investments might be made in longterm sports organisations or businesses. You've the canniness to make sure they're sound, too.
Check up on your Premium Bonds and interest-building accounts.
If you can safely put your savings where interest is a bit higher, do it. This is a year to benefit yourself.
made variety but, after all the excitement, you'll love it.
What could be better than some good, home-cooked meals for just the two of you, along with some rare wine and sweet, low music. Just make sure it's a gift to you.
You'll need some TLC after being so busy about the world this year.
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Libra
YOU'LL be in a dreamy mood this year, ever ready to try the newest dish, the latest fashions, the most up-to-date film.
The eclipse in your sun sign in October will pull you towards other people. You'll want them to share in your moods and fancies. Poetry and romantic novels will appeal or you'll be yearning for that holiday where like-minded people gather. Indulge yourself for a while.
You'll find yourself happiest when out in the world. If you join new groups or meet new friends, expect them to share your hopes for the future. Look to be around people who share your tastes. This is a year when you'll want to make life pleasant for other people as well as yourself. Some unselfish good times will be your reward.
DREAMY or not, you'll be plunging into work with a will, with Saturn in your house of career.
You've planned well, so now is the time to start with the action. You'll make sure that you're on top of work plans and you'll iron out the pitfalls before you start.
People around you will be well aware that you're reliable so promotion may happen this year. Although you might be a little surprised when it happens, you have worked hard for it. You need a steady workYOU'LL be watching money issues closely. Any investments you make you will want to talk through with experts first and insist on answers that are backed up by facts.
When October's eclipse comes round, review those pension plans, take advice from financial advisers, look to see if your savings are giving you the security you need.
Then you will be sure that your future is safe and sound.
Don't be surprised if other people's money is an issue for you this year.
People are aware that you are reliableARE you looking for a feisty partner? You will be. You need to be impressed by other people's energy and go-getting attitudes.
Can you take it? Yes! A little excitement is good for the soul and will mix in well with that dreaminess of yours.
What you're looking for is a partner who can take the initiative once in a while. Perhaps treat you to that special night out. Maybe you need regular treats? Your partner will be willing to indulge you this year.
You are looking forward to a time ofschedule. You also need a secure home life. That will provide a good lift-off platform from which to launch yourself into a busy year.
You will make sure that what you do is a good investment for the future.
Now is the time to look five or 10 years down the road to see where you want to be then. Steady ambition is the theme for you this year.
and you may find yourself offering them advice about how they could best manage their savings.
With your new-found knowledge, you are well-placed to give that advice.
Soundness and common sense is the way forward.
You will have plenty of that during the coming months.
romance and interest. Why not? With Venus/Neptune in soft-focus in your house of romance, don't you need to be treated with kid gloves once in a while?
After all, you're not like this every year. And this is a year in which work will keep you busy. You deserve some time off. Enjoy it with the one you love.
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Scorpio
YOU'LL be watchful this year, wanting to keep your thoughts to yourself and enjoy quiet times. Inside, you have a soft centre but outwardly you show a quiet front.
People most likely to benefit from your care and concern are those at home. You are protective but will stand back and wait for those close to you to take a chance once in a while. You are good with the back-up services, though.
That will show itself clearly at the time of the eclipse in October. You will have a chance then to prove just how closely you have been watching events.
Want to turn your hand to a new money-making activity? Mid-October's eclipse is the time to consider a start. Want to give someone a helping hand? That's the time they'll most appreciate it and you.
A SOFTLY, softly approach will work best for you this year. You will want to shine and expand on those grand ideas you have so often.
You will best be able to do that if you are certain that a few warm fuzzies are waiting for you at home.
Work well and relax well is your theme over the coming months, particularly with Venus/Neptune cosying up together in your house of home.
You will find other people are energeticYOU want to spend money this year but you are wise enough to make sure you have thoroughly discussed plans before you do.
You've learned from experience where best to put your cash. Pluto in your house of money has been showing you that for some years.
And before Jupiter moves into Libra in October, you will find yourself making contact with groups and friends. They'll give you useful advice about money matters.
Any sound schemes to do with sales or the retail business could be worth investing in this year. Find your way carefully roundDON'T be surprised if you make finding a partner one of your important life purposes this year.
You are looking for someone who is a practical home-maker and has a good eye for decoration. You want the best of both worlds.
And there is no reason why you shouldn't have it. More than most, you want that cosy nest to return to. Do you have a plan? Yes. You want your share of being spoiled.
With Uranus in your house of romance, you could meet someone who constantly surpriseson your behalf when it comes to taking initiatives in the daily work routine. All you need to do is keep an eye on making sure they are carrying out your orders.
Efficiency is what you are after. It will be a case of honey catching more flies than vinegar this year.
That way, you'll know how to make the work machinery move smoothly.
markets. Then you'll be able to search out the bargains you want.
That applies as much to your local shops as it does to the financial markets.
Your wits are about you and you are on the hunt.
You have a sound sense that you will be bringing home more than the usual goodies in the coming months.
you and stirs up the interest. You will be attracted to that but you will also hold on to those steady values.
You will be looking for those in a lifetime partner. You need time off, too. Why not cook up a few of those surprises yourself? Sharing excitement is a nice way to balance up the score.
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Sagittarius
IT'S a year for enthusiasts. You'll look for people who are happy to chat for hours. With Pluto in your star sign, you'll want to talk about life, love, the world and everything.
Clubs, groups of like-minded friends and snazzy hotels with the latest dishes appeal to you. You will be a follower of ``the scene'' and curious enough to find out what makes it tick.
You'll want to be spoiling yourself, particularly when holiday times come round. For you, spoiling usually means being where there is plenty of activity. Not this year, though. You'll want the sun and you'll be looking for peace and quiet. It's likely you'll look for quiet, out-of-the-way spots to give you a break from your usual holiday routine. As you have a busy, active year ahead, make the most of those long, slow days. Chill.
WORK is something of a humdinger in the coming months. Jupiter is in Virgo until the end of September, so expect work routines to keep you on the hop.
You will be full of ideas and raring to put them into action. This year, though, you will pay attention to the small details and follow plans through to the end.
You feel the need to make an impression, so go full-steam ahead. You will be given the space you need to expand work projects.
Jupiter moves into Libra in October. ThenYOU will be canny about money over the next year. That ties in nicely with all the expansion on the work front. All that hard work means you will want to be moving some of the cash results into savings accounts.
By May, when Mars joins Saturn, you may find yourself taking care of other people's money as well as your own. Use lucky breaks and shrewdness. Then you will see ways to make that money grow.
Premium bonds are one way to go, investing in property is another. Whatever you decide, you are in a good place to make aYOU are fortunate in love this year. You will be looking for partners to be as chatty and up-front as you are. And you'll find them.
They will appeal if they are as curious about life as you. And they'll love being wined and dined in those new, big-city restaurants you long to visit. Others will find your enthusiasm catching. Go for the glamour and the latest fashion.
You will find the need for excitement in love even more of a pull after the eclipse in April. And you won't always wait for the otheryou will be interested in co-operating with people. Now is the time to fine-tune plans made earlier in the year with feedback from workmates.
Bosses will be grateful for your farsightedness and you will be taking on more responsibility as a result. That won't come as a surprise. Don't shy away from taking the praise. You deserve it.
good bargain. Use your powers of persuasion and you'll see some profits, too.
Some people might see you as having a lucky touch this year. You know it's really down to hard work.
Make over your house and garden if you feel like it. You will get the support you need from the family. They will trust that you are on a carefully-planned roll.
person to show an interest. You are perfectly capable of putting yourself on show this year. You know how to put yourself in the best light.
The stage is all yours. There will be times when you head for peace and quiet but they will be rare. On the whole, you are happier being out on the town. Enjoy!
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Capricorn
YOU will find your self-confidence improving. Any work you take on will be satisfying. You are seen to be capable and responsible and you'll feel good about the recognition you get. That is while Jupiter is in Virgo. Come October, it's time to lighten up a little. You will be wanting some pleasure and relaxation around friends. Search out one of those autumn breaks. You will be up for enjoying yourself as the leaves fall.
You are up for a challenge this year and that challenge is yourself. Now is the time to try out a new skill. The more practical it is, the better. You have always had a yen for wood-carving? Buy those tools. You will find pleasure in learning how to use them. Want to boost your cooking skills? Go ahead and join that class. You will find that you learn a lot about yourself in the process. Others will give you lots of encouragement.
THIS year, you are pulled to move smoothly through the currents at work.
Workmates will help to make your life comfortable because you are considerate of them one good deed always deserves another. You co-operate easily with all types and know how to get the best out of them.
The benefits will be great. That project that has been on the back-burner for a while? You will be given the go-ahead.
Women at work, especially, will help you achieve your goal. That's because Venus rulesTHIS year Venus and Neptune cosy up in your house of possessions, so your task is to make sure that all work projects have a practical spin-off.
You will have all the chances you need to bring beauty into your work. But you will be wanting it to be useful, too. So will your boss.
Make sure you put his mind at rest. That way, you'll know there is going to be enough money around to meet your needs, as well as his.
You will be happy to make enough this year to pay for what you need. You won't have toSATURN'S in your house of partnerships this year. You'll be looking for a strong, sensible partner one who will make the wheels at home turn smoothly and efficiently.
Excitement isn't what you crave. You will appreciate well-polished furniture, a tidy kitchen and the meal gently bubbling away as you settle down to a relaxing evening. Come May, when Mars joins Saturn, you will know if you have made the right choice.
You're drawn to deeply emotional people. And the eclipse in October will show you youryour house of career this year. Some people will be looking to co-operate. Others will be more direct with their help. You will be able to delegate routine matters to them.
That frees you up to be even more creative. Encourage their initiatives. They'll be to your advantage. Enjoy the freedom! The outcome will give you a great deal of pleasure and that is always a plus on the work front.
spend time looking at the best way to save a penny. That can wait for other years.
If you do decide you want to make an investment, choose something that will be beautiful and useful.
Something which will add a finishing touch to your lounge, maybe or a picture or two for the hall? You choose. You'll find you have a good eye this year.
heart's desire. It's likely to be a seat by a comfortable fireside after that good dinner. And it doesn't have to be at home. You are more than capable this year of enjoying those pleasures in a comfortable hotel.
Take your partner away for that short break. Surround yourself with quiet luxury. You'll both enjoy it.
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Aquarius
THE eclipses in April and October will bring a sparkle to your travelling. That doesn't only mean holidays, but anywhere curiosity takes you. Are you interested in getting involved in neighbourhood schemes? This year is the time to do it. Take a look at the children's schools, too. Perhaps you can help out in some way? A new course of study might also be on the cards.
Make sure you get the holidays as well. You'll be more interested in places where you meet people this year or perhaps a holiday shared with friends will appeal. Wherever you go, your curiosity will be stirred. You'll want to know more about how people live their lives. That way, you'll have a chance to compare them with your own and count your blessings.
YOU will feel most comfortable at work this year if you are allowed to get on with things in your own way.
That's most likely to happen if you keep your wits about you, then act on what you see. You're able to head off tricky situations with a private talk or two.
People will appreciate your peacemaking efforts. Your boss could see this as a valuable asset, so make sure he notices.
Your insights are spot-on, especially after the eclipse in October. Use them to make evenOTHER people's money could be your focus for this year. You will notice how it can be shifted around to bring in the best profits. Jupiter in Virgo until September will help here.
You will be looking at details closely and little will escape your beady eye.
Add that to your uncanny ability to sniff out the best opportunities and bargains and you will soon gain a reputation for being a financial whizz.
The areas in which you help out with other people's finances are where you will find theWANT a smoochy time this year? Venus and Neptune in your sun sign says you can have it. But you'll be the one wanting to set it up.
If you are having to be clever in the work department, you will need time to unwind.
For you, that will be in groups of people who enjoy good conversation and the same interests.
If you are looking for a partner, look no further. You are happiest with people who like good company.
You are attracted to bouncy and curiousbetter use of your contacts with people. This year you can quietly turn what other people wouldn't ordinarily notice into a goldmine.
All that office paper goes in the dustbins? Sell it to a recycling mill. The office space lies empty over the weekend? Hire it out to part-time businesses.
You'll get the drift that cost-cutting brings in the extras.
best safeguards for your own. You're clever enough to help manage the money issues for others in the coming months, so you are clever enough to check up on the small print for your own needs.
You may not want to move your own money around too much in the coming year but you will want to check up on what it is doing for you.
people with lots of ideas. There is something about them which pulls at your heart-strings. You are well placed this year to combine romance and curiosity.
Make sure you've booked that table for six in your favourite sushi bar and make sure you have invited that quick-witted person you're interested in. Take it from there.
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Pisces
YOU want action this year? You've got it. With Uranus in your sun sign, expect fast-moving changes. There could be a house move, a job-change or a new friend coming over the horizon. Social activities may be on the increase. In all the whirl, plan in some relaxation. Take note of that new sports centre. Want to try that new sauna? Now's the time to do it.
You will be searching out the new and unusual but it will need to make you feel emotionally comfortable as well. Got a sudden yen for the latest PC? Make sure it's well designed and easy to use. Buy that luxurious swing chair to go with it. Time to put in a new bathroom? Buy a few deep-pile rugs for it, too. Luxury and the unusual... can't be bad, can it?
WITH Pluto in your house of career, expect some changes. That might mean a new job or it could mean a change of direction in the work you are already doing.
The changes will affect you for some years to come, so plan them well and make your moves carefully. Bosses will be watching to see if you know your stuff. Now is the time to impress them with your understanding of the work you do.
Communications of all kinds are a work theme for you this year. So keep that talkYOU'RE in a go-getting mood to make money this year. The eclipses in April and October give you the extra push you need.
Take action in those months and you'll be able to benefit from money-making schemes at work and at home.
You will find yourself full of ideas. Made that new coat? Friends like it? Offer to make some. You'll know how to set a good price and make it profitable.
Want to take a look at those savings? Invest some in a new scheme. It won't be a risk because you know how to plan wisely byTHIS is an up-front year if you're searching for a new partner. Jupiter is in Virgo until September. That should see you going to places where you can meet people.
You will be looking carefully to see if they meet your standards.
If there is a button out of place, you will be wondering about long-term implications. But you are looking for enjoyment, too.
They will need to be open-hearted and good conversationalists.
Come October, you will be wanting agoing. Bosses will be curious about changes that could benefit the company.
Workmates will be helpful if you take them into your confidence.
Keep searching for those new ideas which make for profits. Polish up the plans to make them a reality.
Make sure you shine. Then you will get the reward you deserve.
starting small. Look to help out with other people's money, too. Give advice. People will take it.
Give it three times, get more experience and maybe you will have a small business you can grow.
It's a time to dust off those investment policies, too. Make sure they're performing as well as they can.
little romance. People who have a soft glow about them and enjoy the finer things of life are the ones who will attract you.
Never let it be said this year that you passed up an opportunity.
You will be the one to take the initiative when it comes to relationships. Enjoy yourself and you will reap the rewards.
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| Title Annotation: | Features |
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| Publication: | Sunday Mail (Glasgow, Scotland) |
| Date: | Dec 28, 2003 |
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