Aries (March 20—April 19)

Ambitious Aries natives will be focused on professional or educational objectives as summer approaches, even though the road ahead and how to reach your destination may not be entirely clear to you just now. Pure energy and drive may trump the lack of a fully-formed plan, as you forge ahead into largely uncharted territory. You'd be wise to glance back to past experiences and paths you've already traveled, as there may be helpful clues about how best to proceed, particularly around the full moon lunar eclipse on June 26th. During the summer months, aided by some creative ingenuity, the path towards your goals becomes clearer. However, it may be necessary to make some difficult choices or decisions. Be sure to keep your family and loved ones up to speed with your intentions.

Taurus (April 19—May 20)

You feel it's time to begin manifesting some important goals in your life that, as yet, remain unattained. Or perhaps there are new professional objectives on your radar that you had not previously considered, but now have the confidence and experience to tackle. Be realistic where finances are concerned, and measure expenditures carefully, using the wisdom you've gained from past experience, or perhaps the savvy advice of a mentor. Solidify your plans during the summer months, keeping your expectations within the realm of reality. An investment could pay a handsome dividend in July, if you're alert to the possibilities. While a partner or significant other may not necessarily agree with your ideas or methods, they may, nonetheless, be supportive of your efforts.

Gemini (May 20—June 21)

It's birthday time for Geminis, when your annual solar return can lift flagging spirits like a breath of fresh air, infusing you with confidence and self assuredness. There's money to be made now, too, by combining your creative ingenuity, visionary foresight, and keen intellect with the renewed drive and determination to succeed you're currently imbued with, to recognize and take advantage of a professional opportunity that could come your way now or during the summer months. It's also possible that love may bloom for those available, or that your feelings for someone special could be acknowledged—or not—providing the catalyst for you to shake off the fallout from a past disappointment and move on with your life. A change for the better within your domestic environment may be on the horizon.

Cancer (June 21—July 22)

Before moving on to new professional adventures make time to synthesize and integrate the lessons that recent challenges and events have brought your way. The inner strength you gain will be well worth your time and effort. Then seek practical ways to make one of your fondest dreams and hopes a reality. Acquiring the necessary resources or backing may not be as difficult as you think, particularly if you bring your creative ingenuity to bear on the matter. There are people with great power or influence around you that can help you in your quest. You have only to recognize them, and the possibilities, and reach out to them for assistance. Have confidence in your abilities, and demonstrate this through your actions and communications to make the best possible impression.

Leo (July 22—Aug 22)

A collaborative project upon which you're working may have recently stalled due to financial constraints. However, the good news is that your finances are poised to improve in the weeks ahead. There may be lessons to be learned from the recent austere period, in regard to how you manage and prioritize your cash flow. It might be time to set a more realistic and practical budget. During the summer months, work on eliminating emotional elements or memories from the past which still trouble you, as you can considerably lighten the burden you carry through life by doing so. Then watch for your creative energies to flow more freely. If your work is not providing the satisfaction you crave, or enough money to finance your creative projects, you may seek to broaden your horizons in the months ahead.

Virgo (Aug 22—Sept 22)

With some innovative thinking, and belief in yourself and your abilities, you may be able to transform your professional or career prospects in the coming months. Be open to new possibilities where employment is concerned. Draw upon the confidence that your past endeavors and worldly experience have instilled within you to envision a path to the future that will enable you to utilize your particular talents and skills in more satisfying and fulfilling pursuits, so that you can earn a comfortable living doing something that brings you joy, rather than what you must, in order to simply pay the bills. With Mars in your sign and solar first house for the first time in two years, your confidence and drive will be greatly enhanced throughout the summer—an energetic boost that can help you to over come the traditional Virgo reserve and go after what you really want in life. Infuse your plan for the future with this newfound dynamism, as it can carry you far.

Libra (Sept 22—Oct 22)

You feel more outgoing and receptive to fresh input in June, when your intellectual curiosity is stimulated by the presence of the sun and Mercury in your solar ninth house, making this a good time to take a trip, plan a vacation, or to sign up for a workshop, class, or study program. During the summer months, it would behoove you to get to the bottom of any emotional patterns or memories that keep you rooted to the past, which may prevent you from reaching your full potential in life. Friends or family members could provide you with some helpful feedback or support in your quest. It's possible that a most appealing professional opportunity may come your way, and that a partner or close associate could provide the catalyst. Saturn crosses your solar ascendant and enters your sign on July 21st (till October 10, 2012), helping you to master interpersonal relationships.

Scorpio (Oct 22—Nov 21)

A time of renewal and transformation is at hand, in which it may be possible to reorient your thought processes towards new personal and professional horizons, by releasing fears or inhibitions that may have not been working to your best advantage. As your outlook shifts in a more hopeful, optimistic direction, you will attract new opportunities to express your unique abilities through vocational activities that provide more joy and satisfaction, as well as more money. As your self belief grows, so too will your aspirations, along with your intellectual curiosity, bringing about fundamental changes in your world view, and in your priorities. Partners or close acquaintances can provide both encouragement and guidance in your quest.

Sagittarius (Nov 21—Dec 21)

Significant others in your life can assume greater importance now, providing both encouragement and information that could lead you to consider pursuing a new career path or creative endeavor. For some, a new relationship or professional alliance is possible. If this should prove to be the case, keep your expectations modest and your impulsive nature under control. It's also possible that you could add to your income, when the same admonitions would apply. Protect any gains you make with prudent behavior. You might be inspired to reinvent yourself to enhance your prospects during the summer months, and may decide to take a long distance trip entirely for pleasure, and to stimulate your thinking along more progressive lines. As a result, you could discover new interests that serve to broaden your horizons.

Capricorn (Dec 21—Jan 20)

You're keen to spread your wings and fly to new horizons but may not know exactly which direction you should take. What you do know, however, is that you want to turn your life around. But in order to do so, it may be necessary to eliminate any less than helpful thought processes or notions about your competence and capabilities that may be obstructing your progress, or are, perhaps, blinding you to opportunities to advance your agenda which lay closer to home. This would be a good time to address any health problems that may be slowing you down, or to institute a more disciplined and sustainable health and fitness regimen to increase your energy and stamina. During the summer, you resolve to be less dependent upon a significant other for providing income, and seek creative ways to finance a personal goal.

Aquarius (Jan 20—Feb 18)

With your sign's ruling planet, Uranus, now in Aries and your solar third house, your thoughts turn towards improving your lot in life, and of innovative ways of achieving your goals. One item high on your priorities agenda will be to seek creative avenues through which to add to your income, in order to preserve your independence and freedom to act in your own best interests. The summer season could be a time of radical adjustments, when you're willing to do whatever it takes to keep moving forward. A period of serious soul searching might prove helpful to your quest. There may be challenges to surmount regarding mutual assets, requiring tact and diplomacy to bring about a satisfactory resolution. Be sure to get sufficient physical exercise, as it will help to alleviate any stress or anxiety.

Pisces (Feb 18—March 20)

Your thoughts and feelings may revolve around domestic matters now, and of ways to enhance your sense of security. Your home, you feel, should be a sanctuary, in which you can express yourself freely without inhibiting external influences, leading some restless Pisceans to consider a relocation, if your needs for peace and serenity continue to go unmet. With lucky Jupiter and Uranus, planet of surprises, now in your solar second house of income, your financial prospects could be subject to sudden changes in the months ahead. Be sure to protect any gains you make, and to utilize your resources wisely. While Jupiter's beneficence won't let you down, your savvy handling of money will serve you best. Plan some fun activities with your significant other and watch your inner child respond joyfully!

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