Love:

Single: For those of you who have been drifting along, dating here and there but turned off by the whole love thing, good news is on the way. But first you have to do some reconnaissance work on both yourself and the type of guy you want. March brings with a romantic opportunity but it’s unlikely to be long-lasting. However just because it doesn’t work out with him doesn’t mean you can’t date his friends right? Mars the planet of passion in your romance zone in September hints at a fling with a Scorpio or Pisces, however things get too serious too fast and you feel your independence threatened. Once Saturn, the planet of stability moves into Scorpio October 5, you’ll find there are a lot more real prospects in your dating pool. However they’re not going to come find you lying on your couch watching reality rubbish. Place yourself in places where quality men mingle and will at least shout you a drink or three!

Couples: Unlike other signs, you’re not in the direct line of fire in any real way in 2012. You get a year to do what you want to do and whether your partner tags along or not is up to him. Spending less time together is actually therapeutic for your relationship, as you appreciate each other more when you finally do catch up. May is a romantic month for you and a good time to assess just where you are in the relationship and the world at large. Does your timeline work with his? Saturn’s move into your romance and self-fulfillment zone October through September 2015 once again puts your partnership under the cosmic microscope. Tweaking is definitely in order for many of you.

Career:

Jupiter, the planet of opportunity knocking spends the first half of the year in Taurus, your friendship, hopes and wishes zone. For those of you who have been banging on endlessly about starting your own business - with or without one or more friends, this is the year to do it. Just take care not to become overcommitted to the point you’re doing all the work and they’re taking all the glory. Uranus, the planet of change continues his slow journey through Aries this year. In your career zone this will bring some sort of career change your way - if not this year then next. However you might get a taste for something completely different workwise November 28 when a lunar eclipse in your twelfth house lets your imagination run wild. Some of you might even enroll in Uni and start all over again.

Money:

Use January 2012 to handle any financial matters left unresolved from last year, especially loan applications, insurance and communication with lenders. Check your credit report too and make sure it’s as squeaky clean as possible. Cross your fingers February 7 when a Full Moon spotlights your personal resources zone. That loan, bonus or overdue tax refund is on its way. Alternatively Mercury retrograde in the same part of your chart July 14-August 8 could have bills and payments going astray. Take extra care when flashing your cash around midyear and cut down on the number of credit cards you carry with you. August and September are money making (and money spending) months for you.

Travel:

Neptune moves on to Pisces, your ninth house of travel February 3 2012 where he will be until 2025. Your interest in other cultures is piqued and you might develop a desire to see other countries around the globe. If you plan a trip this year, schedule your departure for mid-April or even better mid-October. In love Crabs most romantic time to romp in front of their partner in skimpy outfits is mid-August with Venus in your sign. A girls’ getaway or family vacation work best for you in October and November.

Lucky Day: February 8

Lucky Month: December

Celeb Crabs: Jessica Simpson (July 10, 1980), Khloe Kardashian Odom (June 27, 1984), Lindsay Lohan (July 2, 1986), Selena Gomez (July 22, 1992) & Gisele Bunchen (July 20, 1980)