Capricorn December 22 - January 19

Capricorn, the tenth Sign of the Zodiac, is all about hard work. Those born under this Sign are more than happy to put in a full day at the office, realizing that it will likely take a lot of those days to get to the top. No problem, since Capricorns are both ambitious and determined: they will get there. Life is one big project for these folks, and they adapt to this by adopting a businesslike approach to most everything they do. Caps are practical as well, taking things one step at a time and being as realistic and pragmatic as they possibly can. The Capricorn-born are extremely dedicated to their goals, almost to the point of stubbornness. But boy, those victories sure smell sweet, and that thought alone will keep Caps going. It's the Goat which symbolizes Capricorns, and an apt mascot it is. Goats love to climb to the top of the mountain, where the air is clear and fresh. In much the same way, Capricorns want to get to the top of their chosen field so that they can reap the benefits of success, namely fame, prestige and money. Getting to the top isn't always a walk in the park, however, so it's likely that Goats will ruffle a few feathers along the way. These folks can indeed be domineering, even egotistical, on their route to the top. But they'll tell you it's part of being a leader with bright new ideas (in keeping with the Cardinal Quality assigned to this Sign). Capricorns are industrious, efficient and organized and won't make a lot of waves. They are scrupulous with details and adopt a rather conventional posture in business, and in life. These folks feel best playing it safe, since this is a fail-safe way to get to the top -- eventually. Thankfully, Caps are patient, too, and are happy to wait for their ship to come in. The flip side to this staid behavior is that Goats can become quite unforgiving of those who aren't as diligent, or ambitious, as they are. Caps need to remember that they do need allies along the way, ambitious or otherwise. In any case, once Caps receive the recognition and social status they so fervently crave, it's likely that all will be forgiven.