2006 PREDICTIONS: THE YEAR OF THE DOG

Worldwide violence is why I'm here
To listen to complaints and dismiss your fears
To guide you to a more peaceful time
To protect what's pure and eliminate crime
Defending the underdog is my game
I promise to proceed in God's name
My vision fixed on cowardice acts
My intent to stop bullies in their tracks
I stand for honor, justice and fair play
And will stop at nothing to save the day
I AM THE DOG

Never underestimate the power of the Dog. He may look like he's sleeping or uninterested, but nothing could be further from the truth. The Dog is a loyal and trusted friend, a peacemaker with depth and great solutions that can turn chaotic space back to order and heading down the long road to recovery.

The Dog realizes how dependent society is on its environment. As the Dog Year unfolds, a greater feeling of nostalgia, melancholy and discontent will manifest itself unless we contribute as a society to saving our planet. The Dog Year will put greater emphasis on understanding and promoting awareness, while encouraging us to face anyone trying to destroy our planet's purity.

Politically it will be a wait, watch and stand-on-guard kind of year. Any country bold enough to step out of line without just cause will be persecuted. This is a year of justice and fair play.

Countries around the world must bring home their troops to protect and serve their own turf. This year is the time to revitalize and prepare for the ultimate showdown should it threaten the planet environmentally, economically, medically or through terrorism. The Dog's motto will be "prepare to protect what is most precious."

Worldwide we should realize that we have much to be thankful for, and therefore a great deal to guard and protect. By sticking to basics and not getting sidetracked by controversial issues, we can subscribe to a better future. The countries willing to tighten purse strings to lower the world deficit will be the ones who progress during the year of the Dog.

Planet Earth is undergoing many changes that will continue to shape the future. With transiting Pluto moving through the constellation of Sagittarius, we will continue to experience natural disasters that affect us worldwide. March, April, July, August, November and December will be subject to events that will alter the future.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You can do no wrong this year -- fully prepared by past experience and ready to act with lightning speed. You will have impressive ideas and solutions to whatever needs to be done. Your passion and drive will take you wherever you want to go.
Love: a year for commitment
Money: investments will bring high returns
Health: exercise will pay off
Best months of the year: March, June, July, August, December.
What you should strive for: excellence in its simplest form
Fashion: less is more; dress for success, not fancy but very together
Your lucky numbers: 5, 13, 27, 33, 39, 45

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You will be inclined to overreact, resulting in unnecessary power struggles and delays this year. Loyalty, observance and contributing to the big picture will be your savior. Caution, diplomacy and letting others speak on your behalf will help you far more than trying to control everything yourself.
Love: back down, compromise or face loneliness
Money: drastic changes will bring greater security
Health: exhaustion and anxiety equal lowered resistance
Best months of the year: January, March, July, September
What you should strive for: trust, spirituality, discernment
Fashion: low-key, understated, uniform and inconspicuous
Your lucky numbers: 5, 8, 19, 23, 38, 43

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your less flippant attitude coupled with your staying power will bring you the much-anticipated payoff you've been waiting for. A stronger sense of what you really want to explore and accomplish this year will keep you on track. Although not everything will run smoothly, it will be the little detours that open your mind to new alternatives.
Love: friendships will be more important
Money: hard work will pay the bills
Health: injury is more likely than illness
Best months of the year: March, August, September, October
What you should strive for: restraint, patience, promotion
Fashion: casual, but adaptable for any occasion
Your lucky numbers: 2, 7, 22, 35, 38, 42

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may find it a rather stressful year, but not because things aren't going your way. You will have everything you've been trying to work on come to fruition and in turn you will have a hard time deciding what takes top priority. This is no time to relax; step it up a notch.
Love: socializing and travel will lead to romance
Money: cash will come to you through unusual means
Health: too much of anything will end up causing problems
Best months of the year: January, March, June, September, November
What you should strive for: change, development, greater detail
Fashion: trendy, accessorize, mix and match
Your lucky numbers: 6, 18, 21, 33, 34, 48

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You will face responsibility, deadlines and controversy. Everything you do will count and must be executed with great delicacy and precision. This will be the year to reevaluate and to eliminate what's not important so you can spend more time nurturing what means the most to you.
Love: overpowering, emotional, out of control
Money: sudden change of fortune is heading your way
Health: build strength and maintain good health
Best months of the year: May, September, October, December
What you should strive for: rebuilding, accountability, realism
Fashion: practical, classic, low-key
Your lucky numbers: 8, 13, 22, 26, 40, 42

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It's the year to put pending problems to rest, a time to put yourself to the test and make the necessary change to bring about better opportunity and a more lucrative future. You will thrive on challenge, but don't let your success go to your head. Stick to the rules and guidelines but give whatever you do a Virgo twist.
Love: you'll fall in and out of love suddenly
Money: laziness will lead to loss
Health: hard-to-diagnose ailments caused by fatigue and worry
Best months of the year: January, May, July, November
What you should strive for: resolution, maintenance, serenity
Fashion: understated, unrevealing, layered
Your lucky numbers: 1, 4, 18, 23, 39, 46

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The limelight is your friend this year, so don't shy away from being the center of attention. Follow through with confidence and independence. You can develop your past creative concepts, knowing you will finally be successful. Nothing will be impossible for you to overcome.
Love: companionship will take on a whole new meaning
Money: work hard and you will receive; invest and you'll lose
Health: not a concern if you don't dwell on health issues
Best months of the year: January, March, June, August, December
What you should strive for: idealism, benevolence, willpower
Fashion: unique, colorful and very noticeable
Your lucky numbers: 10, 14, 26, 33, 42, 46

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It's time to face up to your responsibilities. Procrastinating will only put you further behind when you have so many possibilities and so much to gain. If you aren't willing and able to make things happen, consider settling for second best.
Love: will bring you the strength you need to move forward
Money: will come in through creative means and exit just as quickly
Health: not your worry, but staying fit and avoiding injury will be
Best months of the year: January, March, April, September
What you should strive for: controlling emotions, protecting interests
Fashion: classic, simple and elegant
Your lucky numbers: 7, 20, 29, 35, 38, 44

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You won't have time to think or assess whether things are good or bad. A mish-mash of changes and unexpected events will lead you in many different directions this year. It will be trust, honor and fair play that will count and, if you are sincere, recognition will be your reward.
Love: the heart is a lonely hunter -- make a commitment
Money: will come to you unexpectedly
Health: take precautions -- a contagious virus is your enemy
Best months of the year: March, July, August, October
What you should strive for: fast response, bringing order out of chaos
Fashion: mix a sporty look with a tailored finish
Your lucky numbers: 3, 8, 21, 35, 39, 48

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your worrying nature will be your protector. You will leave no stone unturned and therefore be prepared to take on any challenge. Your pessimism will not bear fruit -- instead, nothing will turn out to be as bad or difficult as you expect. Your goal is to have no regrets.
Love: don't let love cost you financially
Money: a penny saved will be a penny earned -- budget and bank
Health: stress can lead to all sorts of physical and mental problems
Best months of the year: February, March, April, September, November
What you should strive for: perfection, vigilance, honesty
Fashion: upscale and ready to face the world with class
Your lucky numbers: 8, 15, 19, 26, 33, 46

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The choice is yours: You can go against the grain and end up moving backward, or you can learn to compromise and make your choices wisely and achieve the goals you set. This year is not about coasting along; it's about making a difference. Strategy and diplomacy will count and impulsive action or rebellion will lead to trouble.
Love: you will be torn between settling down and maintaining freedom
Money: choose a unique career path and prosper
Health: overindulgence will be your enemy
Best months of the year: March, April, September, October, December
What you should strive for: prosperity, staying out of trouble, balance
Fashion: a new look, conservative laced with uniqueness
Your lucky numbers: 2, 16, 25, 38, 43, 47

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may be headed toward greater opportunities, but you won't be getting more time to yourself. This is a fast-paced year that will need your utmost attention. Wheeling, dealing and making things happen will be your calling. Hard work will pay off and be directly related to how far you go this year.
Love: troubled waters due to indecisiveness or a change of heart
Money: the most unlikely investments will pay off
Health: physical restrictions -- protect your heart
Best months of the year: January, May, June, July, November
What you should strive for: resolution, attunement, approachability
Fashion: distinctive, rich colors, smooth lines, upscale
Your lucky numbers: 17, 21, 30, 35, 42, 44