The year ahead looks like it will be far more active socially than usual. Numerous friendships will link together in a remarkable manner, which will produce a fun, intimate group of loyal allies.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you decide to get involved in a new endeavor with several other people, make sure you have a voice in the project, as well as a leadership role. Reconsider if you don't.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- There is nothing wrong with expressing your friendship or love for another with some kind of tangible token. But unless you're extremely close, don't make it anything expensive -- just thoughtful.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- As you charm everyone around you, including your adversaries, it will become evident that communication comes quite easily to you. Use this attribute liberally for best results.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you have something to sell, it's an excellent time to go after the big account you've been eyeing but have been afraid to approach. If you assert yourself, your fears will diminish of their own accord.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your expansive mood is likely to trigger some of your nobler qualities. With little thought of gain, you're likely to do things that will mean a lot for others.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- When you show people you really care, they, in turn, will automatically be as concerned for your welfare as you are for theirs. Visible demonstrations are likely to come from several sources.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Make extra efforts to show people how much you really care about their welfare. It will help inspire a reluctant person to feel special and offer you valuable help.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- More opportunities than usual are likely to present themselves, making it possible for you to achieve two ambitious objectives that may or may not be connected.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have the ability to merge two dissenting voices into one positive, unified force. Without your intervention, the concerned parties are likely to continue bickering between themselves.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Two quality changes are stirring that could help you better yourself career-wise and/or financially. They are apt to be triggered by a couple of unrelated circumstances.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Your judgment is much keener than usual, enabling you to correctly evaluate both sides of opposing issues. It will give you an edge over your competition.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The possibility for gains in your material affairs are stronger than usual at this time, so don't waste the opportunity. In fact, there are likely to be two sources making some good things possible.

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