Today presents a wonderful opportunity to develop a creative skill. Whether you're working on a novel, painting, or song, you're sure to make impressive progress. Stop telling yourself it's too late to fulfil a childhood dream. Just because you're getting a late start doesn't mean the goal is any less worthy. Besides, you have acquired lots of valuable experience in the past few years, which will make your work much richer. Conceiving or adopting a child may also appeal to you.

Stability has always been important to you; it's part of your earthy nature and although it may require some sacrifice on your part, this may be a good time to put a down payment on a house or open a retirement fund. If you're satisfied with your financial situation, your personal life could require some added attention. Getting engaged or married may be in the cards for you. Alternatively, your partner could decide to relieve you of a heavy burden.

You've put off acquiring an important skill long enough. Whether it's learning to drive a car, operate a software program, or balance your cheque book, you need to apply yourself to the task. Relying on others to do such jobs is putting a strain on your relationships. Perhaps the reason why you haven't mastered this ability is you don't want to grow up. It's perfectly understandable you want to stay young, but avoiding responsibility won't help you do it.

A raise, promotion, or regular salary could be yours for the asking; you deserve to be well compensated for your work. If more money does flow into your bank account, be sure to make good use of it. You may want to maintain your spending at its current level, and put the extra income into savings. In this way, you can buy a home, car, or some other expensive item in the near future. Fortunately, you're naturally resourceful, and find it easy to economise.

You feel confident with regard to an artistic endeavour, and with good reason. You've worked long and hard, managing to ignore petty distractions for the sake of your vision. Don't be surprised if someone offers to pay for your services. Earning money from such an enjoyable activity feels like a dream come true. Take this opportunity to celebrate with loved ones. Children are especially eager to join the festivities. Let their joyful spirits infuse you with similar enthusiasm.

It's a relief to realise that the things that give you most pleasure are relatively easy to obtain. Yes, it's nice to fantasise about flashy cars and glamorous clothes. In the final analysis, though, you get more satisfaction from a good book and home made meals. Some people will accuse you of not pushing yourself hard enough. What they don't realise is that you've exchanged ambition for authenticity. There's no greater gift you can give to yourself. Stay true to your instincts.

Getting involved with a humanitarian organisation makes you realise just how skilled you really are. You've been blessed with considerable intellectual ability, but it often gets buried beneath your charming exterior. Now you're finally getting a chance to put your intelligence to good use and while you'll always be fond of beautiful clothes and fun times, your spiritual side thrives on philanthropy. Find a cause that has deep meaning for you.

Public recognition for your achievements is coming, so get ready for your close up. You could be given a raise or a bonus. Be sure to put this money to good use. For a long time now, you've been depriving yourself of creature comforts. Going on a luxurious holiday or hiring an expensive tutor may be just the stimulation you've been craving. Don't worry about what others will think of your expenditures. It's high time you did something nice for yourself.

The key to your personal success is higher education. The more knowledge and training you have, the easier it will be to climb the ladder of success and while you've never been very concerned about social status, you do want to find work that is personally meaningful. Fields like publishing, travel, or the law may interest your keen mind. Give serious thought to where you would like to be in five years, and then take steps towards your dream.

Taking control of joint finances or business affairs gives you a deep sense of accomplishment. You've always had a head for money - both making it and keeping it. If you're married, think about taking over the accounts. Making long term investments could allow you to retire early. If you're single, there's no reason you can't build a sizable fortune on your own, regardless of your income. The more financially secure you are, the more enriching your sex life will become.

Forging a professional partnership can give you more time and money. It will be a relief to take a much needed break. Single? This would be a good day to attend a large social gathering. Keep your eyes open for a warm, open minded person who spreads joy wherever they go. The two of you could make a love match and although you're not eager to give up your independence, this character may be charming enough to change your mind.

You're starting to see impressive results from a health regime. Give yourself a reward in the form of a sexy new outfit or a fun gadget. If you've been thinking about getting back in shape, there's never been a better time to begin. An enthusiastic personal trainer can introduce you to the joys of exercise. Sounds crazy, but it's true. You may also want to experiment with low fat cooking. Check out websites and magazines devoted to healthy eating.