Horoscope - December 14 (Thursday)

The sun and Mercury in Sagittarius gets an optimistic boost from the moon in Aries, allowing you to express yourself with unusual flare. Good luck in travel and outdoor activities are assured under this transit, and those who take their "act" on the road will hit it big. The charged atmosphere spurs competition, which pushes everyone to do their best.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You make a fabulous first impression. Initiate financial moves. A co-worker is anxious to team up with you but make sure this person brings as much as you do to the partnership. Let old arguments die, even if you don’t win.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It’s perfect weather for reconciliation or the healing of long-term emotional wounds. The boss assigns you to a project or case that could lead to a promotion. An ongoing competition finally ends. You can take a deep breath now.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). A romantic partner is willing to make changes, but you must first be willing to voice your concerns. Release old fears, and clear away physical symptoms, too, with today’s therapeutic insights. You’ll feel so much better by tomorrow.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). There couldn’t be a better day for digging into a job search, or reworking your resume. Extra special effort in relationships are rewarded with future loyalty – you will be able to see the feelings beneath a loved one’s unusual behavior.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Hold on to your career aspirations, as the financial means of attaining them are coming soon. A sweetheart is waiting for the opportunity to become a permanent fixture in your life. Insist that roommates make an equal cleaning contribution.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (December 14). Muster all the determination you can, and it will branch out boldly into your next life adventure. This month will bring new contacts and a big, ambitious project. Your conquer fear and emerge as a new person in February. Falling in love seems easy with a Taurus or Virgo. After April, you’re on your way to a bigger career arena. Be steady and persistent in all you pursue. Your lucky numbers are: 13, 4, 5, 22 and 9.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Listening carefully is the theme; it saves you a lot of trouble to take the extra time to make sure you got it right. Use your own touch of special genius to solve a family or household problem. A lukewarm romance heats up tonight.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Enjoy using your creativity. Future gains are to be reaped from practical applications of your artistic talent. It’s the dawn of a new relationship this afternoon, and it is too difficult to take things slow with this much passion building.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). It’s time for a solid spending plan; special monetary requests are easier to reject when you know what you’re saving for. Vibes are also favorable for strengthening your worldly image. Internet love matches will finally meet!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You don’t have to persuade anyone of your potential, but a little reminder might be in order! Experience comes in handy. Think clearly about goals, and you’ll provide those you care about with a role model in the process.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Responsibilities create a sense of security. Reserving time for problem solving and planning will pay for itself later. Your influence among peers is strong; it’s worthwhile to attend all meeting and events.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Expand your definition of yourself, since you are capable of much more than you’ve proven in the past. A creative block is lifted when you stop trying to be perfect. Start making formal plans for the holidays, don’t leave anything out.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). New love prospects try to live up to your standards. The crux of a family problem is easy to identify if you are willing to accept at least some of the blame. Sports help you improve communication with a teen. Provide more leeway.

LOVE FOR THE HOLIDAYS – LUCKY COUPLES PART FOUR: (Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces) Capricorn: Capricorn honors tradition more than any other sign of the zodiac, and for this reason, religious practices and family rituals dominate the sentiment of the season. A Capricorn probably won’t date anyone he or she is not totally serious about now, so being invited out, even in the most casual of terms, is a sign of its devotion. Virgo and Libra get along splendidly with Capricorn, and Scorpio will bring out an unknown side of this sign. Aquarius: Aquarius is happy wherever there is a buzz of laughter and the sharing of food, drink and fun. Aries keeps this sign moving and doesn’t let Aquarius become less productive for all of the extra social responsibility. But if Aquarius wants a nice, relaxing break, Cancer takes care of things nicely. The sweet, understated Pisces is an appealing opposite, attracting Aquarius like a magnet. Pisces: Pisces is sentimental to the core and could even get sappy over the winter holiday. Giving to others will heighten the meaning and importance of charity. Taurus has a down-to-earth style that stabilizes Pisces and makes the fish feel more secure, thus better able to enjoy the festivities. Gemini’s lighthearted approach puts Pisces in a giddy mood and keeps Pisces involved in the party. Cancer and Pisces have high expectations for each other this season.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Famous beauty, Shalom Harlow, is a Sagittarius born only one day apart from fellow model Tyra Banks. Many supermodels born in the ’70s are Sagittarians, the sign with the most perfect temperament for modeling. Sagittarius loves to travel, has a high metabolism, is full of energy and possesses a knack for being in the right place at the right time. Harlow will increase her name recognition in the business.

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