TIP FOR THE WEEK: As you reach out to the stars, remember to keep your feet planted firmly on the ground. Sometimes precaution is best. CAPRICORN (EARTH) DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 19 You continue to work overtime and are rather short-tempered. Soon you will have to take a deep breath and relax, as those you depend on are getting weary of making excuses for your bad behavior. Enjoy yourself, you are in a much better place than you were a year ago. Money and finances are far from ideal, and for the next couple of weeks you have to be careful how you spend your money HINT: Friends will bring you joy this year. AQUARIUS (AIR) JANUARY 20 - FEBRUARY 18 You are having second thoughts about a planned venture, but in your heart you know you have made the right decision. You should know that those closest to you support you and are proud of you. Before speaking to an earth sign, try to remember that because this person is in a much different place than you are, he/she sees things from a different perspective. HINT: This year you will discover things about yourself that you didn't know before that will enrich your life. PISCES (WATER) FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20 Friends old and new are in your mind and heart, and this week you will be busy socializing and making both personal and business contacts that will be important for you in the future. You have a great deal on your mind, and there are days when you would rather stay under the covers; but good times are just around the corner, so don't give up. HINT: Foreign places and people are calling to you, and this year you will do something about it. ARIES (FIRE) MARCH 21 - APRIL 19 You seem to be putting all your energy towards moving forward financially. Don't forget to take some time off along the way. This is a great week for concentrating on your career and meeting people who will have a far-reaching effect in this area. Your friends are a constant source of support as you are to them. Before you commit yourself in writing, get some expert advice. HINT: This is a year of beginnings and endings and beginnings once again. When a door closes, a window opens. TAURUS (EARTH) APRIL 20 - MAY 20 You have so much energy lately that you find it difficult to relax and stay calm. You have the feeling that all you are doing is tying off loose ends and paying attention to a million details. Don't worry; when the time comes, all will be done and done well. You wouldn't stand for anything less. Family and friends are on your mind, and this is a good time for entertaining and being entertained. HINT: This is a year of partnerships for you both personally and professionally, as you will spend a lot of time with people you enjoy. GEMINI (AIR) MAY 21 - JUNE 21 As much as you would love to walk away from all your responsibilities, you know that is impossible, and realistically you will not be happy until everything is organized in your special "disorganized" way. A lot is going on behind the scenes right now, and you will find it difficult to remain neutral. Be careful where you put your wallet and keys on Thursday. HINT: You will discover this year that you enjoy working on new projects while taking pride in the old ones. CANCER (WATER) JUNE 22 - JULY 22 A conversation with a partner and/or mate will do much to clear the air, and you should embrace the opportunity rather than avoid a confrontation. When all is said and done, the two of you are like a hand and a glove, similar but not identical and always supportive in your own ways. Always a creature of habit, you avoid change; but sometimes change cannot be postponed, so embrace the new, positively and optimistically. HINT: Creativity is your watchword this year, and it is your turn to shine. LEO (FIRE) JULY 23 - AUGUST 22 Money, work and family are the building blocks of your life and not necessarily in that order. But for now they are where your energy lies. Don't forget to take some time off for yourself as you rush to tend to everyone else. Changes are expected this year and you have to learn how to embrace them and appreciate them. Don't worry, with each change comes a bit more freedom for you. HINT: This year you will discover a joy and peace in your own home with family and loved ones. VIRGO (EARTH) AUGUST 23 - SEPTEMBER 22 You will be overloaded this week with work and family responsibilities, but there is no one better to handle matters than you yourself. So roll up your sleeves, don't forget to smile and get on with it. A problem from your past needs to be dealt with, and you will feel better after it is taken care of. Thursday is a wonderful day for getting away from your desk and going out with friends for a nice meal and good conversation. HINT: Your relations with a sibling is better than ever, and this year you will find even more that you both have in common. LIBRA (AIR) SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 23 The time has come for you to begin taking better care of yourself and for establishing borders that will bring more joy into your own life. For so long now you have been doing whatever necessary to make others happy, and this year is the year for putting your own name at the top of the list. Family living far away are always close to your heart, and soon you will see them once again. HINT: Money and finances have been keeping you up nights, but this year all will fall into place. SCORPIO (WATER) OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 21 Your family and relatives have always been important to you, and this week you will find it difficult to get away from all the complexities that family life entails. By the latter portion of the week, however, things will settle down and you will have the time you need for things you want to do. Your relationship with another water sign is wonderful and nourishes you both. HINT: This coming year is your year to be independent and creative, so don't hesitate to reach out and grab the brass ring. SAGITTARIUS (FIRE) NOVEMBER 22 - DECEMBER 21 Problems with a person you come into contact with daily cannot be avoided but your reaction can be, so keep smiling and get on with your life. There are only so many hours in the day, and lately you have been pushing yourself much too hard. This is a great week for getting things done and for learning by your mistakes. Take some time off on Tuesday and Wednesday and spend some time with loved ones. HINT: This is a year for believing in yourself and for seeing the good in every situation e-mail: marallyn@zahav.net.il

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Astrology for the week of January 6, 2006.