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Change is in the picture and the outcome will be entirely dependent on how you have handled things in the past. It’s time to become more industrious if you want to get ahead. Your numbers are 3,11,17,25, 33,44 • ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may find it difficult to divide your time between what you want to do and what you need to do. Stick to your plans, regardless of what others tempt you to do. Follow your own path. 2 stars • TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Share your ideas and you will get great response and support. A love interest can develop through a work-related event or, if you are already involved, you can make the relationship you are in that much better. 5 stars • GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Money may be the topic of conversation if you have been overspending. Emotions are likely to rise to the surface in any conversation you have. Set up a strategy that will help you save in the new year It will make you feel better and will ease stress. 3 stars 0 CANCER (June 21-July 22): Go ahead and make that purchase you have been contemplating. You've worked hard and you deserve a little reward. Love is in a high cycle and festive events will lead to some interesting times ahead. Don't hold back. 3 stars • LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): There is work to be done. If you can put the jobs you have to do behind you first, you will have a much better and less stressful time. Don't leave anyone out who may be counting on you. 3 stars • VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Do a little shopping or at least some price comparisons on items you are thinking about picking up for the holidays. You aren't likely to get much sympathy from people you live with, so don’t complain. Someone may throw' a wrench in your plans. 5 stars • LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Look for that special something for someone you love. Consider booking a vacation if you can find one that suits your budget. Spend time during the festive season with family you don't often get to see or sign up to volunteer to help the needy. 2 stars • SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take a serious look at your future. If it isn't exactly what you had in mind, you may want to lay out some ground rules, leading to a more suitable direction. Change is overdue so get the ball rolling. 4 stars • SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Rely on past experience or on someone's good advice to help make the right choice. You cannot sit idle nor can you afford to make a mistake. Do your homework and avoid impulsive moves. 3 stars • CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It's not like you to get so worked up and emotional but, today, you may find it difficult to contain the way you feel. That's OK: The people you care about will appreciate your sincerity and be touched by your response and actions. 3 stars 0 AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Love is in the stars and money and gifts are heading your way. Things are looking up and the opportunity to move ahead with positive changes will make next year brighter. A secret you have been keeping will be well received. 3 stars • PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Time, effort, money and preparations should be nearing completion. Making physical changes to your residence will result in greater comfort and added value. Do the work yourself. 4 stars Birthday Baby: You are industrious, hardworking and not one to take orders. You are strong, determined and fearless. You are able to adapt to whatever comes your way. 11B