Career and long term ventures enter their most productive phase; this could put extra pressure on you this Christmas. You have some serious plans for the future; events these next four weeks could pave the way towards reaching some of your more difficult to come by ambitions. Church and academic individuals will play an important role in the happiness of a loved one. A romantic partner is warm and loving.

Don't feel guilty about following your impulses; you know what you're doing is right for you. There could be many benefits coming your way through taking assertive action today. There's a strong urge to please and pamper someone you love; you might be going out of your way to spoil them this Christmas. If the children are bored, enlist their help in making decorations for the home.

Financial matters will benefit as your imagination and perception are sharpened. You might come up with some great money saving ideas and there is someone who is glad to stand up for you should there be a need. At home frankness is the key word; don't hold back vital information from your housemates. Your evening programme seems to centre on the goings on within your community.

Meeting people from all walks of life at a festive gathering could bring you many new admirers. If you're single, expect to meet the right partner for a long term commitment this Christmas. If you're already spoken for, try not to let all this adulation go to your head or you may give a sensitive lover some heartache! A festive fun competition could win you an award or a trophy.

People you're dealing with now don't have as strong a nature as you and may need to be lead. You will know from past experience that if you give gentle but firm guidance others will happily follow. Even so you may not have fully considered another person's feelings. Try to put yourself into the shoes of someone who is quiet and extremely sensitive. If you still feel the same way after looking at the issue through their eyes, you will know you're doing what's right for everyone.

Both home and social life are equally blessed; all promises made to you will be kept. Although the day is ideal for a touch of romance and nostalgia, the overall feel is leisure, pleasure and entertainment. You and your family are making plans for a harmonious and happy Christmas. If you're single, extra optimism and confidence spells sex appeal and a new romance is likely to put a spring in your step.

The family scene is more to your liking; teamwork will make the remainder of your festive preparations go like clockwork. If you have some home improvements vaguely in mind, this is the time to start planting ideas into other people's minds! This evening, think twice before agreeing to join a spur of the moment festive celebration. Trivial bickering and a lack of planning will make a farce of the occasion.

A social scheme you initiate will receive surprising support and enthusiasm from all concerned. People will realise and appreciate how much planning and effort it has taken to get this venture off the ground. There's a cheerful atmosphere around you if you are working and this trend continues into the evening with a pleasing romantic bonus winding up an unexpectedly pleasant day.

A fun filled day will not be as expensive as you were expecting. If looking for the perfect Christmas tree, make a family day of it and go somewhere that offers more than just pines and needles. A walk through a forest to choose a tree and have it cut for you will help burn up the children's energy. If you have environmental issues or convenience in mind and you're buying artificial go for one which looks realistic.

These next four weeks will be an ideal time to get a long term ambition under way. Ideas constantly flow from your brain and you're in an enterprising frame of mind. Many may never be used and instantly forgotten but one or two practical thoughts could go a long way towards helping you build a successful future. Both career and private aims are set to take a giant leap forward. A first date will go well if you are single.

Someone is waiting in the background of your life for your opinion or answer to a special question. Additional claims on your time may mean you must leave them waiting longer than you had planned. Even so you know they aren't likely to hang around forever and by this evening, they will have their reply. You won't have come to your decision without a lot of reflection and consideration.

These next four weeks will be an ideal time to make some changes in your social life. If there is anything put to you that seems to point to progress, it would be wise to seriously consider these suggestions. A new romantic partner may soon be strolling into your life if you're single. If you already have a lover, a fresh pattern in your partnership gives you plenty to be cheerful about.