CROSSWORD

You will meet new and exciting people if you attend social activities or sporting events. Social events held in your home will be successful and entertaining. Take part in stimulating debates that will allow you to show off your intelligence. Re-evaluate your position and make decisions about your future goals.

Your mind will be on matters that deal with secret affairs. Try not to be too aggressive or judgmental when talking to your mate. Later in the week your boss will pat you on the back for a job well done. You can find solutions if you are willing to communicate.

Problems with large corporations or institutions are apparent. Unexpected bills may set you back. Don’t start any arguments unless you’re prepared to accept irrevocable results. Take time to listen to the problems of family members.

Try not to attempt to do something unless you are fully intent on following through with the plans. Don’t let opposition from those envious of your talents daunt your progress. Changes in your home may be disruptive and upsetting. Listening can be more valuable than being a chatterbox.

Your emotional stability may influence the changes taking place in your personal life. Your emotional stability may influence the changes taking place in your personal life. Disputes may start because of a lack of honesty. You might not accomplish all that you want to at home this week.

Look into any educational activities involving the whole family. You’ll be dropping friends for no apparent reason. Think twice before you volunteer information. Your creative imagination will help you in coming up with unique ideas.

ACROSS

Romance can surface if you get into some of those fitness programs you’ve been putting off. Make sure to arrange in advance to spend quality time together. Opportunities for new friendships are apparent. Opportunities to go out with clients or colleagues will be in your best interest.

You could have a change of heart if an old flame waltzes back into your life. Escapist tendencies will result in a poor reputation and a lack of confidence. Resistance leading to conflict will only make it difficult to turn the situation around. If you make financial deals it may be best if you’re not using your own cash.

Do not ruffle feathers if possible. Family may not want to get involved but an entrepreneur will. Emotionally, things may not run so smoothly. Opportunities for partnerships are present; but get every detail in writing.

7. of a boil, abscess or similar to form pus (8)

9. a large lizard with a spiny crest along the back and greenish coloration (6)

10. exposed to the air or to view; not covered (4)

11. a trumpet-shaped device formerly used as a hearing aid (3,7)

12. serving no practical purpose or result (6)

23. an itchy skin eruption characterized by weals with pale interiors and well-defined red margins (6,4)

24. the exchange of a commodity for money (4)

25. a recess in the wall of a room or garden (6)

26. forming, situated on, or relating to the outside of something (8)

DOWN

1. a floor covering made from thick woven fabric (6)

2. the basic monetary unit of China (4)

3. a window or part of a window set on a vertical hinge so that it opens like a door (8)

4. a structure with equipment for drilling an oil well (3,3)

5. the season or period of summer (10)

6. as soon as or whenever required (2,6)

8. resembling or suggestive of earth or soil. (6)

13. the condition of being morally or legally bound to do something (10)

15. in a secretive fashion (2,3,3)

17. a person who is new to a subject (8)

18. denoting the sex that can bear offspring or produce eggs (6)

Have some fun but draw the line if someone tries to fast talk their way into your heart. Curb any jealous fits if your partner has been flirting with someone else. Try to be reasonable. Opportunities to pamper yourself may unfold.

14. a morally superior approach towards something (8)

15. a sphere flattened at the poles (6)

16. release from bonds or restraints (6)

19. to be or become stale or foul from standing (8)

21. done or happening only once (3-3)

20. the second of three standardized British examinations in a secondary school subject (1,5)

22. farmland ploughed and left for a period without being sown (6)

24. a garment consisting of a length of cotton or silk elaborately draped around the body (4)