You believe in putting a lot of thought into choosing gifts and can feel a little put out when you are asked if there is anything in particular you would like as a present. No need to be over-sensitive about such matters, your friends and family were trying to be helpful in finding something that you want, but you would like them to figure it out for themselves. After all, you would like a few surprises when you unwrap your presents on Christmas day.

Before then, you can expect some surprises turning up in your life during Rat month. However, much you like to be in control, you cannot plan for everything and sometimes the best made plans cannot cover for every eventuality that the universe throws out from time to time. Go with the flow with what is thrown at you at short notice this month. Choose which way you want to turn moment by moment. Deal with what is immediately ahead rather than what is far away on the horizon. Trust that where you are is just where you are meant to be at this point in time.

Love

Single Goats get out on the social scene and shine. Before you do, place some fresh flowers in the north of your home to help new romance blossom and bloom. Paired off Goats can enjoy some quiet cosy company at home together after what seems to be a big round of socialising.

Career

It seems that you have many a pressing deadline and it is proving to be a slog to try and do it all in time. Distracted colleagues are busy getting into the festive spirit and are not sure whether to feel alarmed or amused about your steadfast dedication to get the job done. You know it will pay off to get the job done, so remain determined.

Money

Financial matters centre on saving as well as spending this month. It is worth your while to check how your savings could bring in more of a return and to be prepared to shift funds around to get the best deal. Making a charitable donation to a good caue will also leaving you feeling that your life is rich in many ways.