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The spunky Monkey is the original party animal! Charming and energetic, Monkeys crave fun, activity and stimulation. They truly know how to have a good time and can often be seen swinging from one group of friends to another, attracting a motley crew in the process. Always upbeat, they are considered minor celebrities in their circle thanks to their sparkling wit and that rapier-sharp mind. Perhaps surprisingly, Monkeys are also good listeners and tackle complicated situations with ease. This Sign's natural curiosity lends it the desire to become knowledgeable on a broad range of topics. Monkeys have a show-off side that loves nothing more than to dazzle their pals with all they know.

The Monkey tends to be rather accident-prone due to a certain lack of very high morals. This Sign's first interest is pursuing its own pleasure; this is not a malicious interest, it's just the way the Monkey is. However, this kind of carefree self-involvement can lead to all kinds of scrapes. In love, the Monkey makes a fun, exciting lover -- but one that may have the potential to stray romantically. The good news is, the Monkey’s glib manner and witty repartee can often get this Sign out of a scrape. Perhaps not everyone will be won over by the Monkey -- but do you think the Monkey really cares? The Monkey's world, full of devil-may-care energy and revelry, isn't for everyone. Remember, though, it's not that this Sign is mean; it might just be a bit too curious for its own good. Monkeys often feel the need to try everything at least once, which can make for a merry-go-round of relationships.

The Monkey's love of self-indulgence can also lead to other types of trouble. This Sign may have limited self-control concerning food, alcohol and other pleasurable activities. It's party time all the time for the Monkey, yet when it leads to a monster hangover or a shattered heart (generally someone else's, not theirs), this Sign might actually show a touch of remorse. They won't flat-out admit the error of their ways, but at least they'll pull back and try to tone things down -- for a while.

Monkeys must try to learn to think of others ahead of themselves, at least some of the time. This Sign's world will be more complete once it realizes the world doesn't revolve around it.

During the Day of the Dragon, you may be endowed with a refreshed sense of enthusiasm. Optimize prospective success at work today by using your ability to market ideas. Accept any invitations you receive in order to broaden your social network. It's a great day to form new and influential friendships. Lavish spending may seem attractive today, but retain practicality as funds could be exhausted.

You could be tempted to become involved in arguments today. Be humble in order to prevent unfavorable situations, and run for cover if possible. Seek support from a supervisor if you need help in the workplace. If you can manage to stay within your boundaries, the day of Snake could be prosperous and rewarding. Interactions with loved ones are well aspected today. If troubles arise, you can count on your friends to see you through

Take the money and run today. It's not a good day for negotiation. Even though you have all the right skills, you're not in a position to drive a hard bargain now. There's reason for optimism, but don't let your confidence get ahead of you. An unpredictable event may well go your way, but it's not in the bag yet.