New and interesting times might be in the offing for you in the next year, where your social life is concerned. Several new relationships that start out on a casual basis will develop and grow into enviable lifelong friendships.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You won't have any trouble keeping up with the Joneses, because to your peers you are already a stellar attraction. Putting on pretenses to enhance your image won't be necessary.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Although at times you are inclined to think that no one cares about you, a situation might develop that'll prove how much everyone likes you. All you have to do is just relax and be yourself.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- When you relax, you're a charmer, impressing everyone with whom you come in contact. It will be one of those times when obvious approval will smother any feelings of rejection.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An opportunity to help better your financial position will be orchestrated by someone who has a stake in your affairs. You may not know about this person's input, but you'll dig the results.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Although you may never realize the impact of your words, you'll have a faculty for saying all the right things that will uplift the spirits of another and change their world.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You don't have to achieve an understanding with everyone at work, only with those who are in a position to make your life easier. It might be the boss, or even someone who works at your side.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- When exchanging ideas with someone whose mind you respect, be more of a listener than a talker. Chances are he or she will offer some interesting information you can use.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If confronted with a challenge by someone who has opposed you previously, don't back down. Proving what you have to offer is both productive and effective.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You've had to learn to forge order out of chaos, because you have a talent for making a mess in the first place. Trust your gift and apply it without hesitation whenever needed.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- There's a good chance that something you wanted changed will be altered, but owing to someone else's influence, not yours. If it serves your purpose, who cares?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Because you are a fast thinker who possesses sound judgment you should be able to come up with a solution to a problem that needs an instant, creative answer. Don't hesitate to speak up.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- With your natural resourcefulness, you'll have some ingenious concepts at your fingertips. Even though you may pull them out of thin air, the things you envision will be very doable.

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