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MONDAY, DEC. 8 Happy Birthday: Follow the trends and observe how others respond around you this year, and you will figure out how to manoeuvre your way through the ups and downs that come your way. Gains can be made if you make a move or adjust your current living situation. Your numbers are 2, 17, 21, 26, 38, 45, 47. ARIES ( March 21- April 19): It’s full speed ahead. Refuse to let an emotional matter blow up, causing you to miss out on an opportunity. Experience is the engine for success and will enable you to expand your interests and goals. Love is highlighted. TAURUS ( April 20- May 20): Rely on those you trust and respect. Don’t get angry about the suggestions made. Listen carefully and you will find a way to use the information you receive in a positive manner. A self- improvement project will bring good results. GEMINI ( May 21- June 20): Ask for help and fight back if someone is unfair. Don’t let an emotional or personal matter stop you from pursuing a position or occupation you desire. A partnership can change the way you live. Love is in the stars. CANCER ( June 21- July 22): Emotional matters will flare up if you have been inconsistent. Don’t let uncertainty about your future stand between you and an opportunity to enhance your professional relationships. Try to understand the background or history of your peers. LEO ( July 23- Aug. 22): Socialize and you will attract enthusiastic people interested in helping you bring about the changes you feel strongly about making. A money deal or contract will face some glitches due to a lack of conformity. Do your best to present conservative alternatives. VIRGO ( Aug. 23- Sept. 22): Your efforts to help a cause will not be in vain, but could be met with opposition. Expect someone you live near to offer false information or misinterpret you. Changes at home may be worrisome, but in time will prove to be beneficial. LIBRA ( Sept. 23- Oct. 22): Take the initiative and make things happen. You can make a difference if you follow through with your beliefs and make your voice heard. Romance will bring positive results in your love life. Make positive changes at home. SCORPIO ( Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Get to work and show everyone what you can do. It’s up to you to manipulate your vocational situation to help you market your talent and protect your position. Use your experience, quick response and insight to get ahead. SAGITTARIUS ( Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Withhold secret information that someone may be able to use against you. Use your knowledge, experience and versatility to improve your personal life. Greater emphasis on important relationships will pay off, ensuring positive alterations at home. CAPRICORN ( Dec. 22- Jan. 19): Let situations unfold naturally. It is best not to interfere or get in the middle of someone else’s agenda. Concentrate on personal concerns and how you best see yourself moving forward. AQUARIUS ( Jan. 20- Feb. 18): Explore new avenues, meet interesting people and share your views. Be a participant and your help and encouragement will be rewarded. An important relationship can be taken to the next level. PISCES ( Feb. 19- March 20): Rely on the people you know you can trust. Do not share personal information that has the potential to damage your reputation or prospects. Connect with someone from your past. Youngsters can offer an innocent point of view. Birthday Baby: You are complex and unpredictable. You are quick- witted and adventuresome. CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Nicki Minaj, 32; Ian Somerhalder, 36; Dominic Monaghan, 38; Teri Hatcher, 50.