There are strong indications that a bit more drama than usual is likely to come into your life in the year ahead. This could include some exciting, romantic episodes, impressive new friendships and a dynamic social calendar. Make the most of them.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- When you take on a leadership role it becomes you -- timidity doesn't. Don't be afraid or hesitant to assert yourself if and when conditions require you to do so.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Although you're normally a very gregarious and outgoing person, you do have your withdrawn moments. It's likely to be one of those days.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- As long as your hopes and expectations aren't based on a selfish premise, things will have a way of working out quite well for you. Sometimes it pays to yield to your own inclinations.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- If you're unobtrusive when going after a personal objective, things will work much better for you. Do what needs doing without using others to accomplish your aims.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- By not taking yourself or life too seriously, it could turn out to be a productive day for you. As you go about your duties, treat life philosophically and roll with the punches.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's an excellent time to get to the bottom of a matter of profound personal importance. Your abilities to probe, dig and detect are likely to be much sharper than usual.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- When you find yourself able to bounce ideas off people whose intelligence you respect, it could be especially rewarding and enlightening.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Because the dull and the ordinary tend to turn you off, try to focus on creative or imaginative projects as much as you can. You'll be proud of the productive results you get.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Your concern for the well being of others will be very apparent to everyone with whom you're involved. This facet of yours is what makes you so popular with your friends.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Nothing will give you more gratification than finishing what you start. It will be especially meaningful if it's something that you've wanted to get to for a long time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Try to do what Kipling suggested many years ago: dream, but don't make dreams your master; think, but don't make thoughts your aim. Use your mind for practical, productive purposes.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Interesting financial conditions surround you. There's a chance you might sell something you don't possess, but have in inventory and can easily get your hands on.

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