Horoscopes by Holiday by Holiday Mathis

We don't know it all, but we're learning. As individuals, our vantage is limited, but being connected to others gives us a better breadth of vision. When you feel nudged in a certain direction, consider whether the impulse may be a divine suggestion. The nurturing Cancer moon leads us into the new decade like a mother guiding her children.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). As the first sign of the zodiac, the first day of the decade is extremely lucky for you. Furthermore, you are a part of something that is urgent and portentous. What has to happen must happen today, and you're the one to do it.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Someone is almost ready to give you what you want. You don't have to do all of the convincing yourself. Call in the reinforcements. Let others testify for you. You've built your reputation; now let it work for you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Take the extra time, effort and expense to look good. Your polish is what will make you feel comfortable in a situation. And your comfort level will be the ingredient that allows for your success.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). It's not the big complicated decisions that jeopardize your integrity. It's the little ones — the tone you take with your family, how you treat the cashier, the size of your tip. You'll find a million ways to show your grace and class.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You'll be involved in a delicious game. You know how this one works — you've played it before. Your opponents were different, but the rules are still the same. And now you have the confidence that comes with experience.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). It may be the first of the year, but it's not all fresh. A certain project feels to you a bit tiresome about now. Still, this isn't a time to zigzag. Stay on purpose, and stick with your plan.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Whatever you think you deserve, think it twice as often today. Staying centered on the ideas that make you feel good about yourself makes you a magnet for the most delectable rewards.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your team sees you as a valued member. Is the feeling mutual? Focus on the unique strengths each person brings to the equation. Believe the best in others and that's what they'll show you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). It's easy and pleasant for people to deal with you, and that's why they keep coming back for more. You'll make sales, win colleagues to your team and get some interesting invitations, too.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Lady Luck is slow to the game today.

The fates will smile on you only after you ignite your own passion. If you want things to come out a certain way, you simply have to make them come out that way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You're looking forward to an exciting new year, and today will set the tone. That's why a shakeup is in order. Throw an unexpected twist into the routine. Your altered approach sends a message that you're ready for change.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). It is essential that you place yourself around people you can admire and emulate over the next 10 days. It's the single most important thing you can do to enhance your motivation and improve your performance.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Jan. 1). You will decide on a few changes you wish to make in the world and get straight to work. Through the next six weeks, a challenge will grow into a quest. Socialize often through February and March and you'll make the contacts to support you through your mission. What you do for love makes a difference in April. Leo and Pisces people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 8, 30, 12, 49 and 16.

WEEKEND LOVE FORECAST: ARIES: You connect with someone when you share what you're feeling — not what you're thinking. TAURUS: You will get the understanding and respect you desire. GEMINI: You have your own reasons for wanting to do the things that make another person smile. CANCER: When loved ones call on you for help, you become generous and tender. LEO: You feel relaxed and loving around a certain someone. VIRGO: You are safe enough with another person to describe what you are going through emotionally, whether it's positive or negative. LIBRA: You inspire your loved ones, and they return the inspiration without even realizing what they are doing. SCORPIO: You find a way to open up and love someone when he or she is behaving in ways that annoy you. It's nobility in action! SAGITTARIUS: You like to work at keeping your relationships strong and fresh — it's the kind of work that brings you pleasure. CAPRICORN: You're already giving so much of yourself, but someone needs you to give even more. AQUARIUS: You'll enjoy the little things someone does to show you affection. PISCES: You feel vulnerable, and this is a very attractive state to one who wants to take care of you.

COUPLE OF THE WEEKEND: The conversations that go on between Capricorn and Gemini are the stuff of think tanks — topical, intellectual and timely. These two will banter tirelessly until the world's problems are solved, at least in theory. The earth/air combination will enter the new year together knowing there is a strong friendship and a great deal of respect between them. As for romance, this basis is the start.

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