LOVE, MONEY, HEALTH FORECAST

ARIES

★ LOVE: First Week. The cold winds of December chill your passions, but you’ll look twice at a scholar or cross-cultural activist. Second Week. Venus sextiles Pluto on the 10th, enticing Cupid to take aim. Both parties will feel the tingle. Third Week. Venus enters Sagittarius on the 15th, creating love affairs in far-flung locales, with a happy-go-lucky approach. Fourth Week. Venus squares Neptune, creating disillusionment in affairs of the heart. Artists and musicians allure and intrigue you.

★ MONEY: Uranus currently in the house of your cash flow (the 2nd) creates a roller-coaster ride with financial management, but keeping tight control of your bottom line helps you avoid unforeseen pitfalls. On the 12th the Moon conjoins Venus in Scorpio, your house of credit, insurance, mortgages, your partner’s income, loans, and debts (the 8th). Interest rates are inclined to increase here, so it’s in your best interest to make timely payments and avoid borrowing and lending.

★ HEALTH: On the 6th and 7th the Moon transits Virgo, your house of medical matters, your diet, and your daily routine (the 6th). Any specific needs in these areas will come into sharp focus, and if you’re feeling under the weather a scenario of rest and relaxation won’t fall into place despite your attempts. The Full Moon in Cancer on the 29th is the best time to withdraw into the comfort of your home and recuperate from your hectic schedule.

TAURUS

★   You’re very selective about prospective love interests, and will cherry-pick on the dating scene. Tweak your standards here. . On the 12th the transiting Moon conjoins Venus in Scorpio, your house of relationships (the 7th). Passion sizzles. . Cupid flies into your place of employment; follow the powerhouse who’s also. Casual comments about a commonplace incident lead to discussions about home, family, and get-togethers that focus on food.