Trips to familiar places, catching up on gossip and attending local events will all bring plenty to smile about now. Spending time with neighbours and relatives will remind you of how much you have in common and how lucky you are to have such lovely people around you. Even if you have nothing planned today, time is unlikely to hang heavily on your hands. Before you know it other people will have dragged you into their activities.

A mix up over money or a technical problem will need some careful attention. While you're sorting out the matter, you might also notice something else which could have caused unnecessary expense in the future. A stitch in time will save you nine even if this means you have to rearrange your social schedule later in the day. As it is, you probably weren't in the mood for what other people have arranged, anyway!

You handle a difficult situation with composure and practicality. Others won't be slow in letting you know how much they respect you for showing such maturity. Joint efforts and teamwork go well. Have you noticed two people who haven't been speaking to each other lately have finally made up their quarrel? A neighbour who calls around this evening has some exciting news to pass on to you.

An old friend or neighbour might call on you today: there is a certain amount of need attached to their visit! If for instance they want to borrow something or they ask you to do them a favour it will be hard not to let your irritation show. Once they've picked up on your mood they won't hang around for long. There are just times when you would prefer to be left on your own!

You seem to be the only one today who wants to see some action. You feel you are well on your way towards achieving a special ambition if only those around you would get a move on. You have already been through the thought, talk and planning stages so why must some people insist on more talking? If you have to wait much longer you might decide to go it alone.

Do all you can to clear the air at home if there has been some contention over financial matters. Make a special effort to ensure housemates are planning ahead and are prepared, financially, for the future. Don't overlook pension, insurance and other investment plans you know you should be making. A friend who knows what they're talking about might give you a few tips worth considering.

If there hasn't been a lot of chance lately to escape your usual surroundings, think about visiting distant places now. If you are half of a duo, your partner might surprise you with a sudden suggestion for an outing or a holiday. Resist making excuses as to why you shouldn't go. It's a great time to throw yourself into spontaneous plans with enthusiasm. Contact with a friend who has recently returned from a trip could be an added incentive.

A partner who shares a hold of the purse strings might insist on discussing some financial planning. Even if you aren't in the mood, the time is perfect for sorting out past money muddles and finding ways to make certain your cash is to be used more efficiently in the future. Sharing ideas and reaching an amicable joint agreement could help save you a good deal of money.

In most areas of life there is a pressing need for you to show the utmost tact and diplomacy. Somewhere along the line you and a partner might find yourselves at cross purposes. If you're arranging something special for the future, the going is likely to be tricky at first and there will be snags to overcome. The good news is: talks will push the process forward by a noticeable amount.

You are only fooling yourself if you keep telling yourself a habit or practice isn't harmful when others insist that it is. Overindulgence in any shape or form is not good for you now. If there are habits you have fallen prey to that you need to break free from, it is time now to be honest with yourself. Consult a professional if need be and find a sensible way to achieve such ends.

Arrange your day so you can enjoy peace, privacy and relaxation. If you can steer the course of the hours along these lines, you will feel refreshed by the end of the weekend. Keep relationships along easy going lines and if you don't want to think about all the work you have to do next week, don't! Put such matters out of your mind until Monday morning dawns!

All personal relationships will be happy and there is chance of a new romance if you are single. If you are attached, you still won't miss out on the romantic possibilities of the day. Your partner may have a special surprise in store. Or news concerning a shared goal will help weave a deepening bond between you. The day passes in a cheerful atmosphere of friendly people.