The following is from my monthly horoscope column in One4All Magazine, Knoxville, TN's only LGBT Mag. My horoscope columns are based in *magic* and *synchronicity*! Every month when I'm writing my column, I put out a prayer that each person who encounters their horoscope in this column will find it meaningful, helpful, and/or insightful in some way. These are my horoscopes for January 2013, and you can read them as basic affirmations for the year. :) I feel this will be a year for great blessings! Read on for your horoscope:

Aries (March 21-April 19)
What a beautiful inspiration you are! You are like the mythical Icarus, sailing close to the golden sun. This year, if you find your wings failing you, know that the rest of us are still in awe of you, our hearts blessed by the sight of both your fearless tumbles and triumphs.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)
You’ve come a long way baby and 2013 has not failed to notice. The blessings are going to be flowing and opportunities will abound!

Gemini (May 21-June 21)
You may be curling up with your lover this year or curling up by your single self fantasizing about love, but either way, you’ll spend a lot of time contemplating matters of the heart. Also whether single or taken you will come to some very important understandings regarding the best and most healthy ways to love another.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)
You’re going to find that the more you assert yourself this year, the more emotionally receptive others will be to you. You can be forceful, it’s Ok!!! Passion is appreciated, I promise. As long as you can accept other people’s passionate expressions, they will love you for yours as well.

Leo (July 23-August 22)
I like to say, “Though you may not play detective, you still have a role in the Big Mystery.” What does that mean? Basically, even if you are not consciously on a path of spiritual awakening you are still having a spiritual experience. This year, your spirit is a roaring fire hot with healing potential! Others will be drawn to the warmth and openness you radiate.

Virgo (August 23-September 22)
Sometimes people wrongly assume that you are boring, sedate. It’s just because you don’t feel the need to trumpet your many adventures—you’re too busy having them! This year finds you fearlessly stepping off many metaphorical cliffs into the unknown. Thank you for being you, such a sweet, modest inspiration.

Libra (September 23-October 22)
Your primary urge is to achieve balance. How does one achieve balance between such opposing desires as those for “freedom” and for “security”? Your year will be blessed with the freedom to be all of who you are without guilt or hesitation. Surprisingly, I see that the more you give up trying to please others, the more secure you actually feel.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21)
The soul wants to experience the depths of its being and to know the heights of its potential. You spend your life doing so much of both, and your personal power is so strong because of it. Scorpio, this year you can make ‘em hurt or you can help ‘em reach their full potential. Use your powers wisely!

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)
Beautiful dreamer! I am amazed at the joy I sense emanating from you in 2013. You will touch the moon. You will dance among the stars. You will shine as radiantly as the sun. Cast off all cares and worries of years past and take your place at the jubilee this year!

Capricorn (December 22-January 19)
This year you are a seeker of truth. You speak your truth with passion.  You stand your ground and own your special skills and talents. You are strong, confident and formidable!

Aquarius (January 20-February 18)
You are steadfast, loyal and true. You’re a friend for life to those who have earned it. This year you step into the unknown, strong in your knowledge that with risk comes reward.

Pisces (February 19-March 20)
You’ve got the expertise to lead the way in many important endeavors this year. People will seek your counsel, and you will be of great help to them as they set out to achieve their most ambitious goals. Your own ambitions are a strong driving force as well this year.