Taurus April 20 - May 20

This year begins as an era of change, evolution, and growth for the Bull. A sudden and drastic change in careers may seem like the most natural thing in the world. Mars is the Planet of Assertion, and this take-charge attitude will stay with you for most of the year. Though this Planet's influence can make you a sharp-tongued debater and fighter, it is also likely that it could cause some strife between you and the people in your personal and professional life. Really put forth the effort this year to channel that energy correctly. If you take the right precautions and use the right tactics, you will be stronger and closer to your goals in the end. In January, knowing the right people will bring you fortunate circumstances and an inch above the rest. Strongly take into consideration the advice and criticisms of your closest allies, as what they are giving you will be a great asset, even if it's not totally obvious from the beginning. Extending a little trust will pay off. Lots of good luck will be coming your way for the first half of the year. Heaps of opportunity and good tidings are in the offing. Be thankful for this string of great coincidences, and remember to repay your debt by being kind and helpful to others who lack your happy-go-lucky attitude. In March, the season of your attitude may start to change. Saturn, the Planet of Responsibility and Hard Work, enters your Sign, so you may find yourself with more to worry about than usual. Times may be trying, as this may be a period that will test both your physical and mental endurance. Frustration won't be a stranger to you. However, if you make the right decisions and pay attention to the details, you will come out stronger, more alert, and more confident than ever before. As April rolls around, you'll find that you have developed a great knack for getting what you want quickly and easily. You have mastered the skills necessary to motivate people, either individually or in groups. Effective leadership becomes second nature. Finances are also looking good around this time of year, but you may be easily spending it all as quickly as it comes in. Relationships come into the spotlight in June, and you might be accused of being too picky in your tastes and decisions. Consider cutting someone close-to-perfect a little bit of slack. July brings another grand dose of good fortune, so embrace every opportunity offered to you, as you can never quite know what could result. With the eclipse in August and throughout the month of September, it is important to take extra special caution with planned activities. Don't commit to anything that's 'non-refundable', and read the fine print before signing your name to any transaction. If you are handling the finances of other people, do not make any harsh or irreparable investments. Sway to the side of conservative for the time being. That romance that may be brewing comes to a head in October. Everything this time of year is all about indulgence...chocolates, flowers, and bubble baths are putting you in a very good mood. As Venus passes through your Sector, others will find you irresistible, but you must act accordingly and responsively or you could get burnt. You can expect these feelings of romantic bliss to continue until the end of the year. The December season will be enjoyable for the most part, but you are likely to have some communication difficulties. Watch your words carefully, as you could offend someone despite your best intentions. Make certain that you convey exactly what you feel, and keep in mind that how you say it is as important as what you say.