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Not just birthdays
Yikes! The friendly, neighbourhood birthday party just changed into a show-off match
Homemade chole-bhature, a nice round cake, glassfuls of rasna and refrigerator chilled dahi-bhalle. A thermocol cutout of Mickey and Minnie, streamers, balloons and a game of passing the parcel is the closest I remember how my birthdays were celebrated. Mom would just inform the aunty in the neighbourhood and a bunch of friends would land in my drawing room at sharp four in the evening.
Fast-forward to 2007: I find myself lost at kiddie birthday extravaganzas that begin late in the evening, have a guest list of 200, a fancy cake weighing 10 kg, branded return gifts, glossy invites et al. The preparation begins at least two months in advance. Internet is surfed to ensure that the time of the movie release gels with the theme, fashion magazines are flipped to pick on the colour of the month, print outs of the invite list are circulated to ensure the entire town makes it and most importantly, records of the previous parties held in the city are scanned to ensure that the child’s D-day is exquisite and exceptional. After all, Mrs Singh can’t have anything repeated at her five-year-old Pappu’s do!
The invite will reach you by courier, along with a box of candies. “If the theme is a Cinderella party, a glass slipper will serve as an invite and a box of assorted imported chocolates will be delivered at your doorstep,” says Tanu Mehtani, owner of Mums Mall. Or how about a racing track to match the movie Cars, Harry Potter or Shrek? All these invites come in the range of Rs 125 to Rs 295 each. You can even pick up matching menu cards from the store. Like always, the birthday cake continues to be the highlight. At Monica’s, Sector 8, the “normal” order for a cake varies between 8 and 10 kg. “This is because the guest list is growing. Last month, we created a village scene with cottages, matkis and phulkari on it, ” says Monica. Influenced by Spiderman, they also baked a superhero cake in red and a black. She adds, “These days parents don’t mind spending as much as Rs 6,000 on a cake.” And, as your guests bite into exquisite flavours and relish the food brought in from a five-star, the kids can indulge in games and grab big prizes. And well, your cousin didi will not have to sit next to the stereo as you play musical chairs. The role is taken over by a game anchor who will adapt any of the games to fit your theme. And, there is much beyond the games, the brats can enjoy a one-hour magic show. Says Ginny Chawla who celebrated his son Hoonor’s third birthday, “I roped in a magician for just Rs 1,500 and the children loved it.” For the li’l girls, there is a mini-parlour that a Delhi-based artist, Prem, sets up at every birthday bash. “I come to the city every fortnight,” he says. Your tiny doll can get a bracelet or a necklace with name beads or get her hair braided with colourful string of threads.” Chips in Priya Kapoor, a postgraduate in fine arts who does tattoos for children, “They like to get a strawberry, cat or a Noddy.” Priya ensures that she uses poster fruit colours to create these washable tattoos. Her fee: Rs 1,500 a party. Hire a team of designers and they will do up the birthday hall with sequins, ribbons and balloons. You can pick on an interesting variety of balloons from the all-new Balloonman. “Foil, walking, standing, singing and dancing, there is lot you can do with them,” says Tanu who has the franchise for this store. “We use helium gas to fill the balloons and it is not harmful for the kids,” she says. The budget for decoration may vary between a Rs 5,000 to a whooping Rs 1.5 lakh. Venues too have changed over the years, from homes to eateries and now farmhouses. Three-year-old Ribhav Kapoor wanted to hold a party in a huge open space “like his school playground.” His wish was granted when mom Tina organised his party at Vatika, a farmhouse on the airport road. “Ribhav had just learnt the word camel, so we ensured that there was a camel ride at his birthday,” smiles the doting mom. And as the bash comes to an end, children will take home much more than mere packets of pencils and toffees as return gifts. On offer are personalised T-shirts, mugs, towels, cushions, and caps, each costing between Rs 150 and 300 each. And, if this isn’t enough then you can get a book on order for Rs 250. The book will narrate the story of your child, family and friends in an interesting manner. You can even pick on an interesting title like ‘Snowhite and the seven dwarfs’ and replace the character’s name with your little boy or girl’s name. Well, the bash doesn’t end here for make sure that you follow up by sending a card of thanks to all your guests!
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Stamp of passion
Priya Gill He swears by his stamps and claims they are his most prized possession. Meet Vivek Gohil who possesses 18,000 unique stamps
“I am still crazy about them! If I had the money, I would definitely spend millions on rare stamps.” Vivek has spent hours exchanging stamps with his friends when he was younger. They helped him out with his collection by donating their stamps to him. “They feel they’ve given them to the right person who would properly preserve them.”
Vivek has friends in France who send him various stamps from different European countries. A portion of his collection features stamps with historical buildings and monuments from Austria, Norway, U.A.E., Russia, France, Belgium, and Hungary. He feels his most unique stamp is a circular Singaporean 10 cent stamp. “I have never come across another small and round stamp like this before.” He also has a stamp in mint condition from Pakistan, made just after the partition. One fourth of his stamps have never been used and are in perfect condition. The maximum number of stamps from a single country in his collection are from Kenya. His favourite stamps are the ones from Netherlands, as they are colourful, lovely, and unlike the other ones. He also admires those from Spain, as their designs are very complicated and cannot be replicated. “Stamp collecting is also a form of education and helps me learn about different parts of the world. Every stamp I have has a different story behind it and is related to a different country. It is much more than a hobby.” If you too collect unique things and wish to be featured, write to us at
lifestyletribune@gmail.com
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Sizzling with style & attitude
Jhoom Barabar Jhoom The second Yash Raj Films’ release of 2007 Jhoom Barabar Jhoom (JBJ) will hit the theatres today. The Saathiya and Bunty Aur Babli, fame director,Shaad Ali Sehgal, certainly has a blockbuster cast in this flick. The film has Amitabh Bachchan in special appearance.The focus is on the third directorial venture of Shaad. Talking of his new release, he said that the movie is packed with gorgeous bodies and high style quotient. When you have Shaad as the director of the movie one can expect oodles of attitude packed with distinctive fashion. Preview circles are abuzz that it is a thoroughly entertaining film. Gulzar has penned the lyrics while Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy have done an exceptional job with the music of this much awaited film. Will director get third time lucky? The viewers certainly hope so. Showing at: Piccadily, Fun Republic and K.C. Panchkula. — Dharam Pal
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Ashish Balram Nagpal’s film Kindle, starring – Sushant Singh and Dipanita Sharma, has been nominated for the Indian Short Film Award at the Bollywood and beyond (Indian Film Festival) in Stuttgart Germany.
Ashish Balram Nagpal’s film it has been directed by Nitin Shingal. The director zooms in on the story of a couple torn between joys of parenthood at the birth of their child and the grief of innumerable questions within their unfathomable subconscious mind. Partho Ganguly (Sushant Singh), professor of history in a small town lives with his dutiful wife Mishti (Dipannita Sharma). Soon they are blessed with a baby girl, Kiki (Krishi Shah). Over a period of time, the baby invokes the deep dark recesses of the mind, so disturbing that it threatens to destroy the
family.— TNS
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For the wild child in you
Sensuous and sinous, fiery animal prints continue to roar aloud in the city’s fashion jungle. Sling on one of these tempting eye-catchers and set the town on fire!
Ever wondered what gives your ego an instant boost? Luxe couture, lazy samplings at the vineyard, cruising or collecting cult watches? Well, each of these may give you a high but there’s no bigger ego trip than being dressed up like a lion. Or a leopard, tiger or snake if you so please. For, the desire to conquer is the closest man comes to after immortality. And what personifies ‘feeling like a conqueror’ better than walking in, say, a lion’s skin?
Welcome to the kingdom of fashion where the lions, leopards, snakes and zebras rule. Not literally, mind you, but in terms of their prêt-a-porter prints. Animal skin products might have been banned by the government, as their indiscriminate use and consequent hunting led to the threat of certain animals’ extinction. But, animal prints continue to roar loud amidst the city’s fashion scene. While winters saw some experimenting with such prints on silks, satins, velvets and lycras; summers have them splashed all over wispy chiffons, flowing georgettes, feather-light mulmul and even cottons.
Not just that but leather dappled with black and white zebra stripes, mustard and copper leopard patterns and even shiny snake-scales can be seen at almost all of the city’s leading fashion stores. For, animal prints are no longer confined to clothes alone. Be it chunky handbags, cute little wallets, regal gowns, funky tunics, fun furniture or sizzling swimwear and even belts, everything seems to have adorned animal motifs. Even the unstitched georgettes and chiffons available in the market are sporting these motifs. No wonder, the salwar-kameez brigade is also girding up its lions and getting fitted kurtis and Patiala salwars made in these prints. Was there any better pampering the wild child in you before? And like all things beautiful, animal prints have started looking stunning by embracing some interesting picks from the colour palette. In these bespoke days of cutting-edge exclusivity and style, it’s innovation that rules and the city seems to know it best. Right from guava pinks and mauves to sunshine yellows, electric blues and khaki greens, animal prints are now being splashed over varied colours. While colours like white, black, beige, brown and golden were commonly used earlier for designing such prints; turquoises, pinks, reds and bronzes are now being played with for them. So all you aggressive fashion victims out there, set the fashion firmament flaming with these fiery animal prints. Swirl in generous folds of fabrics that are swathed in exotic animal motifs and create a stunningly opulent look. And well, ensure that you’re just embracing animal prints and no animal skin, as compassion for animals is always in fashion. Isn’t it? anandita@tribunemail.com |
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Summer fiesta
Fashionistas with a fetish for the traditional can now rejoice. For, here’s your chance to date all those embroideries that have dazzled you for long — Lucknawi work, cut work, shadow work, muri work and tapchi work. Walk into this exhibition at Aroma organised by Nari SEWA, from Lucknow and get ready to pamper your senses with the whiff of summer.
On offer here are feisty-coloured suits and saris for both casual and formal occasions. “You will not find such brilliant colour combinations anywhere except our exhibition,” says Deepak Gupta, the manager of the exhibition. In town for the second time, he asserts, “The overwhelming response of last year convinced us to come to the city this year as well.” You can splurge on kurtis in unusual combinations like saffron and pastel blue, muri work on a peach background with saffron and pastel blue combo or choose a suit in green and pink work on a purple base. All apparels are available in fabrics like organza, tissue and georgette besides in the age-old cotton for lucknawi embroidery. The kurtis available here are priced at Rs 250- 750, while the suits range between Rs 750 and 2,000. Also, you could check out the saris in georgette and cotton for Rs 1,250 to Rs 4,000. “A lot of effort goes into hand-work. It takes around three to four months to finish embroidery on a sari or suit,” points out Deepak. Ritika Joshi, a visitor to the exhibition says, “I like the fabric they have used and of course, the delicate work.” On till June 17 |
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Former King of Pop Michael Jackson has topped a poll of artists whose fans will purchase all the new albums they release. PopScores, a monthly quantitative measurement of the emotional connection between artists and consumers, shows that 82 per cent of Jackson’s fans are ready to buy the new material he releases. — ANI
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I’m proud of you, my son
Joyshri Lobo
The ninety-six kg load seemed far too heavy but that is how much the Maharaja allowed its students flying abroad, and that is what he insisted on taking. Every faded shirt, photograph, stubby pencil, crayon, torn shoe, ripped sock, CD and Potter memorabilia had to go in those three, red and black suitcases. I even added a miniscule packet of Surf for those first New York days. I festooned the cases with silver ribbons and wrote his name all over with black and white marker pens so that he could identify them. His home, room and memories were going across the Atlantic. Eighteen was too young for us, but it was the short lifetime he knew and carried with him.
The taxi waited seven floors below. He sat on a plastic dining chair, nauseated, frightened, unable to eat, eyes brimming. I hugged him tight, not wanting to let go and offered him the only option yet again: “Stay! But Dad and I cannot go through this again.” In our mid sixties, the entire, yearlong process had taken its toll. Raoul decided he could do it. He is just a child, but so brave and determined! The airport was teeming. Before we could say a proper good-bye, he was gone. The Heathrow plot was just a month old. We caught glimpses of him as he went through interminable lines and searches. He looked afraid but calm and could not see us peering through the glass windows. He was not carrying even a tube of toothpaste — this son of mine who brushes his teeth six times a day! The ride home was a nightmare. “My heart is broken!” I sobbed as I clung to Oz, who, not being able to afford the luxury of tears, wiped them from my face. Two days later, when I finally worked up enough courage to enter his room, I wept into the blue shirt he’d worn. I still have not washed it as it smells of my youngest child. What makes us send our children to far off places? What makes us throw them into impossible situations with the implicit faith that they will manage somehow, anyhow? Love, I’d like to believe. Love, which makes us do the best by them even if we lose their comforting, warm presence. And faith — for we believe that they are the best in the world, unique and like no others. Because of this uniqueness, they will always stand far, far above others. We want to give them every possible chance and choice and for that we are willing to sacrifice our everything. None of us has visited the USA but we encouraged our son to prove his worth and go to an unknown college in a distant country. His first few months must have been hellish but he never complained. He plunged into work, played games, made friends, imbibed new customs. We had no one there but put our faith in an eighteen-year-olds courage and perseverance to keep him afloat. Many parents ask how we let Raoul go. We would do it again as long as he knows we made the sacrifice because we love him. He has not betrayed our trust and is doing brilliantly. He is pushing himself to the limit and we talk to him every other day. My mother scolded me and said we were not letting go; we were being selfish. Perhaps she does not realise that our most unselfish act was to send him away; to give him the wings to fly; to find and be himself and yet return to us whenever he needs to. He sounds the way he did a year ago. On holiday in Seattle, he described the markets and malls… “But Mom, its not like India… there is no fresh fish and chicken to choose from…” The sentence is unfinished, nostalgic. He microwaves frozen rotis, uses the dishwasher, vacuum cleaner and washing machine. He’s asked for the recipe of coconut chicken. He is missing home and family but not putting it in words. Our bonding has not diminished over the 10,000 miles that separate us. His courage is exemplary. He has faced a completely unknown world on his own. Most parents went to leave their sons and daughters — we could not afford to do so. His first ferry ride on the Hudson River shows a wary, young boy. Recent photographs with friends show a young man at ease, comfortable with his surroundings. We have been through traumatic times together but keep looking forward with optimism. We have made mistakes that we would like to undo. Times have changed and so have the world’s ideas. But as my other two, very successful sons say, “We’ve all done well so what are you worried about?” Thank you boys! As Raoul’s smiling face looks back at me from my desktop, I say yet again — “I’m proud of you, my son!” |
Bundle of talent
A bright student, theatre artist, TV actor and a propagator of theatre among children, Manish Gandhi does it all with ease
Coming events cast their shadows before seems to be true of the myriad minded Manish Gandhi, a brilliant student and a theatre artist par excellence. The Panchkula lad pursuing his B.Sc (Honours) in Bio-informatics from DAV has been striking a judicious balance between his studies and passion for theatre. Be it any state or inter-state level contest in essay writing, talent search, dance, model show, skit, mime or histrionics, street or stage plays, Manish is born to lead and register his majestic presence. His aesthetic genius was first recognised when he won the best actor title in DAV Integral schools meet. Manish also recalls his participation in National Mood Indigo–2006, organised at IIT Mumbai and 12th National Youth festival—2007 at Pune, where he participated in five different events and won laurels for his college.
With many roles flowing in for TV serials, Manish who is very focussed on studies says, “I am at present playing the lead role of a deprived child in Parivarsh, a Doordarshan venture which is under production.” On his obsession for Nukkad nataks, Manish maintain, “These radical street performances are the most vibrant form of theatre wherein the audience is engaged through direct conversation and an instant rapport develops with them.”
It was on attending a NZCC theatre workshop conducted by Sunil Sinha (who played a terrorist in film Machis) that Manish decided to propagate theatrical arts among school children. He has been conducting workshops for children for some time now under the aegis of his repertoire Clustal Z. The unique highlight of his ongoing workshop at Hans Raj Public school is that the activities relating to the daily progress of the ward can be accessed from the repertoire website www.clustalz.com. The parents can go through the daily remarks recorded by different specialists who are coaching their children in respective realms of art. At present fifty students from different school are participating in the workshop, besides five destitute students from Bal Niketan who are being imparted training here free of cost. The workshop is on till June 16 and is run on no-profit basis. |
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A new stream of thought discovers interesting links between Sufi mysticism and Sahaj Yoga
Though the litterateurs are regarded as omniscient persons, the essence of this couplet by Dr Naresh, acclaimed as the prolific literary genius of the region, reflects the inquisitive poet’s yearning to know everything transcending the intellectual concept.
Endowed with a vision and literary elegance, Dr Naresh has come out with his 65th prestigious publication Sufi Matt Aur Hindi Sufi Kaavya, delineating the origin, growth and impact of ‘Sufism’ on the people in India during the old and the contemporary period.
With a deep scholastic insight into the profound depths of Indian Vedas and the history of Sufism, Dr Naresh has brought out explosive truths on the theme of his book. His study based on extensive research and rational analysis proves beyond doubt that the Sufi mysticism holds similarity to the ‘Sahaj Yoga’ propounded by Indian sages since times immortal and enshrined in our Vedas. The sufi thought, as such , is the mere expansion of the Indian thought. He supplements it further with a connotation of a cry for a Sufi ‘Allah,’ an expression for love for God which is the opening sermon in all the Vedas. The Sufis were always revelling in the glory of Almighty and whenever they came to India with the invaders from the middle East, they were not treated as foes as they talked of Sufi thought which was enshrined in our Vedas. Dr Naresh had categorised the available Sufi poetry in Hindi into three forms. Firstly the ‘Propagation’ – An explanation of the philosophy of a particular Sufi sect. Secondly –‘Spiritual Love Poetry’— The mundane love stories with a clear spiritual message and thirdly the ‘Miscellaneous poetry’ All of these were contributed by Sufi poets at random. He also feels that many writings by the Sufi poets have the least Sufi content but are considered in Sufi category. Dr Naresh suggests that most of the Sufi poetry available in the dialects of Avadhi, Braj or Bhojpuri should be translated into Hindi and English for the benefit of the humanity at large. Presently, chairperson of the Chandigarh Sahitya Academy, Dr Naresh had been professor and chairman of Bhai Vir Singh Chair at Punjab University for Modern Literature for fifteen years and Senate PU, MD University Rohtak and Aligarh Muslim University. He had represented India in Mushairas in Pakistan and in the International Conference of Progressive writers in UK. Rightfully honoured by nine state awards, national and International honours, he is presently the chairperson of the Chandigarh Sahitya Akademy. His versatility encompasses his ability to maintain the tradition of excellence in all the 65 books authored in Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi and English. Not complacent despite the galaxy of his achievements, he says that the best has yet to come while parting with a couplet: Sheyer fariyad hai Naresh apni, — S. D. S. |
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Hockey then & now...
’ Following sports and agriculture for over the past 24 years while working with Dainik Tribune and Punjabi Tribune, he says he always wanted to pen down his love for sports. Manauli even represented SD College as an athlete and kabbadi player. The book offers an analytical study of the modern trends in world hockey since the first ever International Hockey tournament held in London in 1908 till today. Besides, the book includes brief biographies of legendary stars in the international arena. The intent of the official Olympic motto ‘Citius, Altius, Fortius i.e. Swifter, Higher and Stronger’ is also eloquently reflected in the book. The book is based on his close interaction with international hockey stars he met at the World Hockey championships held at Lahore in 2004 and Chennai in 2005, besides various other sports meets including Indira Gandhi Mahila Gold Cup at New Delhi. Manauli disclosed that Elis Breda Van, WHF president had referred Asia especially India and Pakistan as the Mecca of world hockey but she lamented that unlike India, Pakistan is not encouraging the participation of women in hockey. Brent Livermore, the Australian captain and Jerron Dellime, Captain Holland hockey teams opined that India is basking in the past glory but not opting for innovative techniques. They had further said that in India dribbling continues to be the main forte of players, even though it is deemed to be an exhaustive exercise and replaced by long deliver quick long passes. They maintained that hockey in India is not dead as it still ranks among first top ten in the world. There is enough potential but the lack of fast track turfs and other infrastructure is the main concern. Similarly both Sohail Abbas and Shahbaaz Ahmed from Pakistan suggest the nursery of players should be grown through series of league matches among players under-14 and under-19. Quoting Pargat Singh, director sports, Manauli says, “ The change in life style, lure for glamour and debasing power of money has resulted in a shift in priorities of games with more youngsters opting for cricket or tennis. When the sleepy village of Sansar Pur can produce over dozen Olympians from one Jat Sikh Kular family, then why not the whole nation.” And Manauli will provide the answers in his next book Kidariyan Da Guldasta. As a sports person Manuli has delved deep into the problems ailing hockey in India and has sculpted a thesis in his book discussing many explosive truths which need to be analysed and redressed sincerely by all those at the helm of affairs so that Indian hockey regains the lost glory.
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HEALTH TIP OF THE DAY
One should initiate 15 to 20 minutes of aerobic activity three times a week, gradually building up to 40 minutes daily which includes 5-10 minutes of warm up and cool down.
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Vivek Gohil
His oldest stamp is from Austria, dated back to1870, which he acquired from a friend. “I gave my friend 200 stamps in return. He didn’t realise the worth of this stamp but I did.” Ask him what the value of his hefty collection, and his mouth breaks into a smile, “priceless.” He would never part with his stamps or sell them, but if he wanted to, there are few takers in Chandigarh. Informs Gohil, “People would be willing to buy them in London for good prices. Some of my single stamps would go for 300 pounds each. My rare Belgium stamps could go for 400 to 500 pounds each.” The most he has spent on a stamp is Rs 2000 for an old and rare British stamp.
The avid collector offers some words of advice to those interested in stamp collecting. There are very few collectors in town, he says. “You must go to Mumbai, where it is easier to have access to buy stamps to add to your collection. Stamps are valued according to their rarity. For instance, a stamp with an error is priceless,” he explains. Some scarce stamps can cost millions of dollars and many of these are auctioned off in the UK. It is best to keep your stamps safely in scrapbooks and do not mount them as it causes damage, suggests this stamp-lover.
Director: Shaad Ali Sehgal
ARIES: The card Hermit invites you to take an astute look at close relationships. Poetry and literary gatherings hold your interests. Domestic life may remain disturbed. Lucky colour: Deep Red. Tip of the week: Be careful not to go in too many directions at the same time.
LIBRA: The Two of Wands rides in on his chariot of fire making you winner in difficult situation. You may have sudden insights into vexing issues and this will help put you in a cheerful and relaxed frame of mind. Lucky Colour: Crimson Tip: Take no chances as despite the assurance of people.
TAURUS: You draw the Wheel of Fortune good times are around the corner. New business deals offered to you are worth considering. Artists get acclaim for their work. If married, you will draw closer to your spouse. Lucky colour: Green. Tip: Play your cards close to your chest.
SCORPIO: The Empress card says you would be meeting a powerful person who might help you at work. You won’t be able to count on anyone, so if you are going out, prepare to walk, take a cab or stay home. Lucky colour: Jade. Tip: You are capable of earning money provided you keep your balance.
GEMINI: The Queen of Cups infuses trust and friendship. Implement new plans and schemes. You will be pleasantly surprised at results. In your natural exuberance to keep everyone happy you could neglect your beloved. Lucky colour: White. Tip: Beware of depleting your energy or resources on others.
SAGITTARIUS: You
draw The World so this is a good time to relax and
rejuvenate yourself. Be careful not to do anything that might get
you into trouble. A land deal may come your way on Tuesday. Lucky
colour: White. Tip: Watch your action at work and polish your
public relation skills.
CANCER: The Nine of Pentacles showers blessing on lovers. Things could go against you. Try to remain calm and give your version of the situation that will be accepted. Social activity will help to ease your mind. Lucky colour: Wine red. Tip: Make compromises outside and come to terms within yourself.
CAPRICORN: The Ace of Pentacles shows time for wishes to come true. There are shakeups in relationships; the challenge is to control them. Introduce variety that’s agreeable to both of you, lest uncontrolled disturbances occur. Lucky colour: Cherry. Tip: You must share responsibility with others.
LEO: Seven Golden Cups full of light and blossom greet you with happiness. You will strike a good bargain getting you immediate benefits. Personal relationships are disappointing. At times you can feel alone. Lucky colour: Golden yellow. Tip: Trust your heart and intuition than confusing yourself.
AQUARIUS: You draw Six of Wands, which helps you in professional work. Don’t get into argument on Saturday. Lucky Colour: Light brown. Tip: Extend your circle of friends, as people are your best bet against a hostile situation at work.
VIRGO: The Princess of Swords brings you face to face with truth and clarity in personal and professional situations. Partnership could be a problem. Minor tensions at home will be overcome with tact and understanding. Lucky colour: Rusty red. Tip: It’s best not to be unrealistic about goals and targets.
PISCES: The Moon takes you through a difficult karmic situation. Work will progress satisfactorily. You can blend logic and intuition to come up with new, creative directions. You can show a charisma that inspires others to follow your lead. Lucky colour: Wine red. Tip: Don’t feel guilty about not being a man in a hurry.