Although there's a strong chance that you could be saddled with a few more responsibilities than usual in the year ahead, you'll find them manageable. On the plus side of things, a secret ambition you've long nurtured is likely to be fulfilled.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Provided you don't try to force your views on others, you can be extremely convincing. Most people will find that your views and suggestions have merit and are worth exploring.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don't let your guard down regarding your financial affairs for a minute, because things could be a bit trickier than usual. Go slow, even when you think you have a good deal.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Arrangements you make to partake in a group involvement will work out rather well. Yet, for some reason, one-on-one encounters will prove to be problematic.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Be careful about making a commitment to help another tackle a difficult job. The person you offered to assist might sit back and let you handle it all on your own.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- When helping out someone who has to complete a difficult task, it could be a mistake to try to lighten up the job with a little humor. The other party might not be in the mood for any sort of frolic.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Although certain dealings you have with family members might be a bit abrasive, involvements you have outside of your domestic domain will be fun and quite successful.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Even if most of your ideas are quite good, you still must guard against inclinations to impulsively introduce some last-minute changes into the picture. There's a good chance they would gum up the works.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- In an arrangement where you need to share something of value with another, strive to be fair. Any hint of selfishness on your part will provoke a similar reaction from your associate.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- It's important to be a team player in situations that require a collective effort. Being a smart aleck or resorting to showboating could seriously impair matters, and you'll end up all alone.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Events must be properly scheduled in order for you to have adequate time to participate in everything. Anything you try to slip in at the last minute will come a-cropper.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- When you share the same hopes and expectations with your friends or associates, good things can happen. Combined ambitions lead to stronger unions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Certain difficult goals can be achievable, but only if you're willing to pay the price. Before pursuing anything, be sure it is worth the bumps and bruises you might have to take.

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