Horoscopes  2009-1-6

Happy Birthday: You are in a good position this year, but don't be greedy. Being fair will allow you to keep your dreams afloat and your pocketbook healthy. Sharing and caring will bring you riches. You can make the ones you love proud and strengthen your family ties by playing your cards right this year. Your numbers are 5, 7, 12, 18, 24, 32, 40.

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19) Open your mind to the possibilities and you will discover a way to satisfy your own needs and others' as well. A chance to talk to someone from your past about future plans will be enlightening but don't give away your trade secrets.

TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20) Plan a vacation or consider signing up for a conference or course that will help you up your earning potential or awaken your spiritual side. Love is clearly in the picture and must be nurtured if you want it to flourish.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) You can convince everyone around you that you have a great plan but don't overstep your bounds. A problem with someone you work with or have to deal with on a daily basis will catch you off-guard. A past partner is likely to resurface.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)  Get things in order and you will feel much better about your home, your work and your personal life. There are promises to be made and life-changing emotional matters to be dealt with. Stop procrastinating.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Don't believe everything you hear. Find out the truth before making a decision that can influence your future. A problem with a co-worker is likely if you are too open about your feelings.

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22)  You need to put yourself and the ones you love first. It won't hurt to spend a little to bring you closer to those you care about. Now is the perfect time to take advantage of the economic situation.

LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 22) Be Put a little time and effort into fixing up your surroundings. Inviting friends over or planning a reunion of sorts will produce memories and could renew old ideas. A good project is in sight.

SCORPIO (Oct 23-Nov 21) Stick to what and who you know. Love is in the stars, so focus on how you can make up for lost time and please that special person you've neglected while being so preoccupied. Good things are heading your way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21) Take advantage of any opportunity to increase your income or change to a position with greater security. Someone older may question what you are doing. Listen to the advice being offered, even if you have made up your mind.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19) You can make changes to your home or your portfolio and come out on top. There is much to be gained if you don't allow your emotions to stand in the way of good choices. Be factual and precise.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18) Getting along with others will be half the battle. Listen to what's being said but hold your thoughts until you know where you stand and how far you can go. Overreacting will only lead to trouble.

PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20)  Look to the future with optimism. You should be able to form a partnership to help you acquire your goals. Love is in the stars but don't let a secret encounter tempt you.

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