YOUR STARS

ARIES (March 21-April 19): It’s a new year and time to explore a new you. Touching base with the people who care about you most and discussing your thoughts and tentative plans will be insightful and encouraging. Personal improvement is encouraged. Romance is featured. 3 stars TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Make your move. Put your strategy in place, and go after your goals. It’s a new year and a time to stop dreaming and start doing. Plan a get-together with the people you love to discuss your plans. 4 stars GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Rest up. Take care of yourself physically. Mull over the information you were given the past couple of days, and consider its validity. Don’t waste time on empty promises. Go with what you know is legitimate and in your best interest. 2 stars CANCER (June 21-July 22): Think outside the box. It’s OK to be different and to use your creative imagination to come up with new plans for the upcoming year. Don’t be shy; share your thoughts with someone you respect. Valuable suggestions will come your way. 5 stars LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Slow down, think twice and take a moment to rejuvenate and spend time with someone you love. Focus on togetherness and how you want to live. Letting go of unnecessary clutter and baggage in your life is an excellent place to begin. 3 stars VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You’ve got the right idea, so don’t hesitate to make a move. A change will lift your spirits and bring you one step closer to where you want to end up. Socialize with people who encourage personal growth and a healthier lifestyle. 3 stars LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t give in to someone who is trying to bully you into something you don’t want to do. A simple no should be sufficient. Focus on personal improvement, fitness, proper diet and health. Romance is in the stars. 3 stars SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Speak up, ask questions, plan trips and attend meetings. Start this year off on the right foot by putting your choices and ideas on the table. Don’t let personal baggage hold you back. It’s time to do what’s best for you. 5 stars SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Ask for an explanation if you think something is not right. Don’t trust others to be straightforward. Verify whatever you hear or any promises made. Only believe and trust in yourself. If you want something done, do it yourself. 2 stars CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t wait or ponder over what’s next. Pick yourself up and start laying the foundation for a new year and a new beginning. Think outside the box, and consider the changes that will encourage your success. Don’t labor over regrets. 4 stars AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Look inward, and ask yourself how you feel about your current situation and what you can do to make it better. Personal improvements should be at the top of your list, not trying to change others. 3 stars PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t ignore what needs to be taken care of before you can move on to bigger and better things. Consider the past, and deal with matters that hold you back. Honesty and integrity will be necessary to facilitate positive change. 3 stars

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