Phuket Gazette: Your horoscope by Isla Star

AQUARIUS (January 21-February 19): A talk with a close friend can mark the end of a story for Aquarians this week, but it will be important to accept that some things cannot be changed. Business should boom during the remainder of February for those who have been chasing up old contacts. If your birthday is in the week ahead, look forward to a year with less financial ups and downs. The number eight can bring good luck early next week.

PISCES (February 20-March 20): Pisceans won’t be in the mood for going out much this week, but working on your own needs is forecast to bring you to a better place. Taking time out for quiet contemplation will show how to approach a romance related problem. Fortunate days for finances are Monday and Tuesday. Wearing the color butterscotch can encourage a softer mood. Your lucky number is two.

ARIES (March 21-April 20): Solutions will not be as clear cut as you would like this week. The astral atmosphere remains misty until after the middle of February – Arians are advised to tread water where business or work related decisions are concerned. Personal relationships are fairly well starred during the second half of this month, but rushing commitments should be avoided. The number eight can bring good fortune.

TAURUS (April 21-May 21): Calmer days lie ahead during the second half of February for those born under the sign of Taurus, with job satisfaction highlighted to increase. A romantic relationship with another earth sign gets the green light after an unsettled period. Those involved with an air sign will be happy to hear that their partner has had a change of heart regarding a major issue. Your lucky number is four.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21): A power struggle is possible.Geminis who are determined to have the last word could see that a fire sign isn’t ready to give in so easily. Thursday is the most auspicious day to meet this person halfway. Where romance is concerned, your sentimental side is strong during the second half of February. Those involved with a water sign will be ready to commit. The number six can be lucky on this weekend.

CANCER (June 22-July 23): Cancerians are forecast to appreciate gestures made by others this week. Another water sign in particular will prove that they can be counted on when you need a friend. Some minor problems at work are predicted to come to the surface, but your troubleshooting skills should lay them to rest. Finances become better starred, but a discrepancy could cost valuable time midweek. Your lucky number is seven.

LEO (July 24-August 22): After a tricky start to February, Leos are forecast to be feeling as right as rain. Your ability to bounce back is respected by those in authority at work, with emphasis on a promotion being offered in the near future. In the realm of romance, another fire sign catches your eye this weekend, but making contact with this person may not be as simple as you hope. The number one can be lucky.

VIRGO (August 23-September 23): Some Virgoans are getting irritated by a fire sign colleague’s habit of putting on a show. The stars indicate that you will have opportunity to set this person straight early next week. Work matters fall under more auspicious astral conditions during the second half of February – expect to learn something to your advantage during the days ahead. Flirtation with a water sign brightens your weekend. Lucky number is three.

LIBRA (September 24-October 23): Grasping at straws could see Librans taking wrong turnings this week, which may result in a difficult time during the second half of February. The stars advise that easy options will not necessarily be the best answer, particularly where business is concerned. Your romantic outlook is positive – those keen on starting a relationship with another air sign see that the coast is clear. Number five comes alive.

SCORPIO (October 24-November 22): Scorpios could be suffering from confusion this week. The stars advise putting your thoughts and feelings down on paper to help get them in perspective. A dream you have about a work related situation can reveal that you’re not as comfortable with it as you thought. An on-off relationship with an earth sign starts to test your patience. Number nine can bring good luck around the middle of the month.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23-December 21): Sagittarians are advised to be less hard on themselves. Mistakes made at the beginning of month could still be causing you regret and too much dwelling in the past will prevent you from realizing that the future can be sunny. Those who are single are forecast to enjoy attention from an air sign this weekend – this person’s positive energy could be just what you need. Lucky number is four.

CAPRICORN (December 22-January 20): Twisted logic can interfere with the progress of business, but the stars indicate that another earth sign might just have a point. Wednesday is the best day to try approaching difficult situations from a new angle. There are signs that Capricorns involved in a hot new romance have been forgetting their friends – make this weekend a time for catching up. Number two can be fortunate.

The Phuket Gazette’s weekly horoscope by our resident astrologer Isla Star.

— Isla Star