Swapping gossip will be a fun way to while away the hours and you will hear stories that will amuse you. Even so, you won't be led astray by the embroidered tales of an imaginative friend. Some rumours will be so farfetched you will be amazed that someone actually believes them.

Because of the nature of a situation, you will need to think and act very quickly. This will go against your basic need to be cautious. There is no time to consider all the ins and outs and it won't be until later when you get the chance to think things through that you will be able to decide on the wisdom of your actions.

You have put a lot into a joint project but a partner seems to feel you aren't taking this commitment very seriously. It's upsetting to know your efforts aren't good enough for them and you need to seriously consider whether you want to continue with this involvement. Whatever their opinion, if you are doing your best, you can't do anymore.

It is just as well that someone close is in an assertive and active mood because you are feeling more on the lazy side. So when some previously made arrangements go sadly wrong you won't be in the mood to put them right and a loved one will come to the rescue.

Marriage and romantic affairs take the spotlight depending on your status. If you are involved in the latter and on the verge of the former, this could mean you will be making plans for the Big Day. If you have any doubts talk these over with a relative who is likely to be more discreet than friends.

Your job is making unfair demands on your time. You are spending more hours than you are being compensated for, in trying to deal with difficult work-related issues. If a senior colleague is taking your hard-working nature for granted you may have to point out there is a limit to your generosity.

No matter how deeply you are involved in a relationship, you need to give some thought to practical issues. Unless you keep on top of financial, business and family concerns you will be brought harshly back to the present in a way you may not like.

You know how it feels to be in someone else's shoes without them having to explain anything. Your strong powers of intuition will come in useful when you come to the rescue of a friend in need who finds it hard to admit they could do with some help.

Two matters need your time and attention. One issue you have to deal with will concern the family, the other will involve something far removed from this but after an initial feeling that you may not manage them both, you will sail through with flying colours. Give yourself a pat on the back.

It isn't like you to let someone down when they are calling on you for assistance. You have a reason why you have to say no when a friend or neighbour makes such a demand on you. They have got into a habit of expecting you to drop everything when they need you and you feel you just can't cooperate anymore.

An online meeting with friends will give you some great ideas for increasing your income. Your financial situation has been causing you some concern but a chance word with someone you don't talk to often will put you on the road to something that could turn out to be a profitable and enjoyable pastime.

You are growing tired of the same old routine and long for a change of scene. If you get the chance to escape from your usual haunts, don't feel obliged to get on with household chores. They can be left for another time. Take any chance you get to explore unfamiliar environments. It will do you good.