Spinnaker [Distributed: Wednesday, January 24, 2007]

Workplace strategies will require careful discussion before being fully implemented. Although an active approach to advancement is healthy, authority figures may be temporarily unreceptive to fresh ideas or individual confidence. Remain cautious and wait for group approval: your talents will soon be acknowledged. A close friend or relative may announce complex family plans or unique ideas for relocation. Don't over react: a balanced response is vital.

A calming influence will now create new intimacy between loved ones. After several days of competing social interests and emotional stalemates, love relationships will now offer valuable alternatives for harmony. Remain focused on shared home plans and positive family events. Fast growth will soon be unavoidable. Financial adjustments may be necessary. Property loans, timed payments and long-term debt should now be thoroughly reviewed: stay alert.

New job opportunities may now need to be briefly delayed. Before mid-week, some Geminis will experience the sudden arrival of a demanding short-term assignment. Paperwork and difficult financial calculations may be involved. Complete all duties before exploring outside options: your patience will soon prove worthwhile. Watch also for a controversial proposal from a close friend or lover. Shared expenses or exotic travel plans may be accented: remain flexible.

Social privacy is important to the success of long-term friendships. Someone close may now reveal unexpected romantic or family information. Take time to clarify obligations or probe for answers. Mistaken facts or inappropriate comments may jeopardize key relationships. Bold family encounters and new home agreements are accented. Vital issues may include promises between relatives, payment schedules or revised habits.

Business contacts or new romantic invitations may now arrive from unusual sources. After Tuesday, pay special attention to group events, planned celebrations or family reunions. Many Leos will expand both their social outlets and workplace commitments. Fresh projects will bring positive results: accept all creative proposals and revised team assignments. Love relationships will intensify: expect new affections and bold overtures.

Respond quickly to the subtle comments of loved ones. Sensitivity is now a top priority for friends and romantic partners. Others will privately judge the sincerity of public reactions. Don't disappoint: deepening intimacy and trust is now available in long-term relationships. A key official may announce new job assignments. Use this time to display your unique understanding of workplace problems and complex business practices.

Group events and complex social ideas will this week provide a new emotional perspective. Study the romantic or family habits of others for valuable clues. Loved ones will eventually respect your needs and opt for candid discussions. Loan applications and financial partnerships are accented. Stay focused: roommates and relatives will soon ask for vital documents. Physical energy may be sluggish. Get extra rest, if possible.

Seductive flirtation and new invitations should not be underestimated. Passionate relationships are easily established and highly rewarding. Remain open but ask for a clear indication of long-term intentions. Attached Scorpios can expect increased sensuality or shared social interests. Single Scorpions may be mildly unnerved by the candor of potential lovers. A powerful wave of nostalgia arrives: expect the return of old friends.

Romantic promises are now reliable. This is the right time to study the actions and words of loved ones for clear indications of long-term intentions. Some Sagittarians will now end a brief but intense phase of miscommunications in love relationships. If so, expect complicated social requests and renewed family plans to soon emerge. Home repairs and increased spending are accented. Go slow, however: next month new promises may require bold choices.

Revised financial planning will bring the desired long-term results. Closely study all deadlines, family purchases or investments. Loved ones need to witness your daily ability to make reliable decisions. Although legal issues will not become complicated, avoid risky real estate ventures and wait for group approval. Pamper the body: minor health issues affecting the lower back, kidneys or circulation may be bothersome.

Late social invitations are annoying but worthwhile. Loved ones and close friends may wish to explore creative forms of entertainment or new artistic outlets. Provide cheerful enthusiasm: key friendships will strongly benefit from open romantic discussions and unique group activities. Later this week, a potential business partner may promise fast financial loans. Don't be fooled: minor facts and numbers may prove misleading.

Postponed business duties or practical money decisions will now require your full attention. Expect work officials to press for increased daily commitments and revised payment schedules. Seriously consider new employment. Your time and energy are deserving of reward. Don't accept compromise. Home relationships will steadily expand to include planned celebrations or reunions. Offer acceptance.

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