Horoscopes  2009-1-9

Happy Birthday: You are incredibly creative and innovative this year. You can take some of your ideas of the past and turn them into something viable. Keeping things small and simple and building on solid ground will lead to your success. Stick to basics and what you know and do best and you will triumph. Your numbers are 1, 4, 9, 15, 23, 30, 42.

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19)  Talk about your concerns and you will find solutions. Someone from your past will want your help. Give freely of your time and you will be rewarded in ways you can't imagine. Don't give in to fear.

TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20) If you make an unreasonable promise, it may cost you financially and emotionally. Keep things simple and do the work yourself. Love is on the rise and taking a romantic time out will benefit your relationship.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Keep things in perspective when it comes to personal matters and relationships. If someone is pushing you too hard, back away. Don't give in to demands but, instead, promote those things that will help you get ahead.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)   Hold off giving your opinion with personal matters that may leave you in a precarious position. You'll be emotional and should be putting your deep thought and feelings into passionate matters. Let the positive overrule the negative.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Address an issue that is bothering you and you will find out exactly where you stand. It may not be what you want to hear but at least it will get you moving in a direction that better suits you. Stick to a budget.

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22)  Take part in whatever is going on around you if you want to get the true sense of belonging. A passionate encounter with someone special is apparent. Network, party and have some fun. You deserve a break.

LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 22) Be You may be opposed by someone you least expect but your ability to think fast and come up with imaginative solutions will help you win in the end. Concentrate on the things you enjoy doing and set a schedule that allows for those hobbies or projects.

SCORPIO (Oct 23-Nov 21) Don't let a potentially risky proposition tempt you. Someone is probably feeding you false information that will lead to overspending and loss. Listen to someone with experience but make your own decision.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21) Don't be guided by what others do or say. Look at the facts before you dive into something that could turn sour. A love connection may lead to unreasonable thinking. Justify your actions before moving down a path of no return.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19)  Don't let emotional problems interfere with your professionalism. If someone is jeopardizing your ability to finish what you start, put an end to it. A love connection looks promising.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18) Getting together with old friends or finding a new hobby or pastime will enable you to grow creatively. Offer help to an organization or group you once were a part of. Giving back will make you realize how far you've come.

PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20)   Stick to your game plan and you will accomplish your goals. Someone who wants your attention may tempt you but satisfy your own needs first. Be clear about your agenda and continue along the path you have chosen.

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