FOR RELEASE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 7, 2011 by Holiday Mathis on Creators.com

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FOR RELEASE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 7, 2011

On your mark, get set, go! The sun and Mars line up to stir our competitive instincts. It's a wise person who decides to compete strictly against his or her own best efforts, although chances are there is someone in your periphery who makes you feel like digging deeper to find your winning edge. Some will touch new levels of ambition.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Tardiness puts you in a position of power, but it's a power that doesn't reflect well on you. That's why you hate to be late. Being on time requires an extra effort this afternoon.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You might feel overlooked, but there is a simple remedy to get things back in balance. Acknowledge yourself for all of the things you do right in a day. If you take yourself for granted, others will take you for granted, too.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Some crucial bit of self-care has dropped by the wayside lately, and it's time to get back on track. You expect much of yourself, and in order to deliver on those expectations, you must be in tiptop shape. Take care!

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You'll get good news about money, though it's not a free ride. There are stipulations and there is action to take in order to make this deal work out. It will all be worth it, though.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You will encounter a temporary obstacle. You could try to jump the hurdle, and you might succeed. If instead you wait it out for a day, the obstruction will get up and walk off the road all by itself.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Either metaphorically or actually, your gas tank is on empty. Instead of running on fumes to see how far you'll get, refuel. And in the future, make the halfway mark your new "empty."

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Something is holding you back from completing your next move. This is a blessing in disguise. All things will unfold in due time. Ready yourself in other ways. Stay strong.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You'll be in a position to entertain. People will feel comfortable around you because you are comfortable. So if you're feeling stressed, change the game. Make yourself comfortable first.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Where there is a lack of community, you bring people together. The best part is, you don't have to make a huge effort to do so. Your smile sets a tone.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). It won't help you to execute the same actions as another person.

Your success will happen because of actions that are unique to you. Use your instinct. Feel your way through.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). One of your experiments will bring the desired result. This doesn't happen every day, and because of the win, you feel empowered, confident and larger than life.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You can use the same lines as someone else and get a completely different reaction. This is because it's not about what you say or even what you do. It's about who you are.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Jan. 7). You become increasingly well-rounded this year as you add interesting new friends and activities to your life. A warmhearted someone opens personal and professional doors for you. February brings memorable encounters and loving exchanges. April features an unexpected gift. August brings a windfall. Scorpio and Gemini people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 2, 31, 26 and 45.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: ARIES: Try to keep things light and casual. Otherwise, interactions become complicated and more involved than originally intended. TAURUS: You respect another person's right not to do it your way, and the other person loves you for it. GEMINI: To relax and snuggle with the one you love is the perfect reward after a hard week of work. CANCER: You and a loved one don't always have the same ideas about what constitutes fun, but you'll find activities to suit the both of you. LEO: If you can agree about financial matters, you'll agree on many other things, as well. VIRGO: You show your respect by being on time, so don't keep your loved one waiting. LIBRA: Make it a policy not to argue. It's better to apologize and move on than to waste time trying to figure out who was right and who was wrong. SCORPIO: That air of mystery you are cultivating is working very well for you. SAGITTARIUS: You'll help those you love, and you may even have the occasion to rescue someone. CAPRICORN: You'll find many reasons to laugh, and you'll be in the company of other good-humored people. AQUARIUS: You will find a way to make your offering more valuable than what others are offering. PISCES: What you do will contribute to creating a long-lasting relationship.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: With the sun in Capricorn and the moon in Aquarius, there is a sweet connection between these two powerful signs. Capricorn has a way of making Aquarius feel focused and purposeful, while Aquarius brings out Capricorn's creativity and generosity. An educational environment will nurture their connection, and they will benefit from taking classes or traveling together.

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