Solutions Weekly Horoscopes

Try not to judge too quickly. Deception and doubts may surround your involvement with friends and relatives. You can’t win and they won’t listen. You will find it easy finalizing personal papers if you try.

Don’t involve yourself in the emotional problems of those you work with. Get involved in volunteer work that will bring you satisfaction, not an empty wallet. Don’t let your emotions interfere with your efficiency. Balance is required if you want stability.

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You will learn valuable skills if you sign up for seminars this week. Physical work or exercise should be part of your schedule. Don’t go wild when it comes to entertainment, or you could find yourself short of funds at the end of the month. You may have difficulties finishing projects you start.

Make some notes regarding the changes that you should make.

Lighten up your serious attitude You can make financial gains if you are prepared to take a risk. Make sure that you make reservations early.

Concentrate on spending quality time with children and friends. You can gain valuable cultural knowledge through dealing with foreigners. Work on legitimate financial deals that may enable you to bring in some extra cash. Travel for business or pleasure will be enlightening.

Get busy putting your place in order. Do not let the reactions of others get you going. Look into physical activities that will help get rid of some of that tension you may be feeling. You should be making plans to spend some time with the ones you love.

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You will be subject to pushy individuals if you get involved in uncertain organizations. Don’t deny yourself this week. You can finish projects early, which will bring you praise from superiors. Problems with large corporations or institutions are apparent.

Avoid any overindulgences. Your energetic nature and ability to initiate projects will add to your popularity. You can ask for favours or run your ideas by those who will be able to support your objectives. Don’t try to twist things around so that they sound more enticing.

Friends from your past may come back into your life. You can make a big difference to children if you are understanding of the difficulties they are experiencing. You might be a tad overindulgent this week. Travel will initiate new friendships or love connections.

1. a checkout counter in a store (4,4) 5. to give someone information (6) being under or as if under a curse (8)

10. the art of representing a character on a stage or before cameras (6)

11. to conduct or carry out business (8)

12. a building or part of a hospital where people go for medical care or advice (6)

14. a state or society governed by the wealthy (10)

25. a quantity of precious metals, gems, or other valuable objects (8)

26. to give work to someone and pay them for it (6)

27. the action or process of adding something to something else (8)

Down

1. readily engaging in informal talk (6)

2. relating to society or its organization (6)

3. threats used to force a person to do something (6)

4. unable to speak, especially as the temporary result of shock or strong emotion (10)

6. an ornamental chain or string of beads, jewels, or links worn round the neck (8)

7. relating to Asia and especially eastern Asia (8)

8. a photoelectric cell or similar electrical device used for detection or measurement (5,3)

13. the spiritual world or afterlife (10)

15. a difficult or hurried clamber up or over something (8)

16. very angry, excited, or upset about something (6,2)

Build on friendship rather than starting out in an intimate encounter. Take a close look at any contracts you’ve signed to be sure exactly where you stand. Hobbies will be good for your emotional wellbeing. Try not to allow others to burden you with additional responsibilities.

You could be drawn to events that concern children. Get involved in groups and organizations that are of a distinguished nature. Children will keep you busy. Be sure to take advantage of the opportunities that exist.

Your high energy, original ideas, and excellent memory will aid your accomplishments. Your unique approach to life will interest others. Your intuition will be right on. Follow your feelings in matters pertaining to financial investments. Don’t let your family put demands on you.

18. a wooden or plastic clip for securing clothes to a clothes line (7,3)

22. say something in order to obtain an answer or some information (3,3)

23. covered with an awning (8)

24. a person who has attained full prajna, or enlightenment (6)

17. a child’s word for a railway train or locomotive (4-4)

19. a Hindu festival with lights, held in the period October to November (6)

20. a large long-legged burrowing rodent related to the guinea pig (6)

21. to push one’s way into a space (4,2)