Innholdsfortegnelse for 26 December 2016 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

Standing at opposite ends of the royal family line-up, the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Cornwall seem calm, serene and entirely at ease in a recent formal portrait taken at Buckingham Palace. But Woman’s Day can reveal that behind the scenes of this newly released image of the most important members of the monarchy, jealousy and tension are brewing over what Camilla refers to as “the Kate problem”. “Camilla has always struggled with the popularity of Kate and William,” reveals a palace insider. “She knows there is a huge feeling amongst the masses that Charles should step aside and allow William to become the next monarch, and it leaves her very upset. She feels that nothing she does will ever measure up to what Kate does.” While Kate…

Life doesn’t get any better for La La Land actor Ryan Gosling, who has given us a rare glimpse into his domestic bliss with actress partner Eva Mendes and their adorable daughters Esmeralda, two, and eight-month-old Amada. “Eva’s the dream mother and they’re dream babies – it’s like a dream that I’m having right now,” says Ryan, 36. “I’m dreaming it all.” The heart-throb adds, “When you meet your kids, you realise that they deserve great parents. And then you have your marching orders and you have to try to become the person that they deserve.” Aww.…

Michael Bublé has lived every parent’s worst nightmare since his eldest son Noah was diagnosed with liver cancer in November. But the singer got the best gift ever when his cute three-year-old was released from hospital to spend Christmas with his family. Together with his actress wife Luisana, 29, and their son Elias, 11 months, the Canadian star, 41, will treasure every minute with his boy, who has just had his first round of chemo, ahead of a January operation when doctors hope to remove a tumour. Michael says, “We have a long journey in front of us and hope that with the support of family, friends and fans around the world, we will win this battle.”…

When it comes to lucky numbers, Janice Dickinson is counting on the number four! After a four-year engagement, the former supermodel walked down the aisle for the fourth time last week. The surgically enhanced former America’s Next Top Model judge, 61, tied the knot with her psychiatrist beau Robert “Rocky” Gerner, 70, in a romantic Beverly Hills garden ceremony. It was a rollercoaster ride to the altar. Janice underwent radiotherapy earlier this year after being diagnosed with stage-one breast cancer in March. And two months before the nuptials, Rocky fell off the roof of their house, collapsing his lung! The groom, who also had a facelift last year in preparation for his nuptials, smiled happily as he slipped a Victorian-style diamond ring on his glowing bride’s finger. Janice – who…

When Woman’s Day called to ask if I would like to spend a week schmoozing at the best Hollywood restaurants and taking in the sights of Los Angeles before attending the world premiere of La La Land, there was no hesitation. Yes, yes, yes! The film’s stars, Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, are two of my favourite actors and this was the perfect excuse to explore some of the hot spots of the showbiz capital of the world, where I’ve been living for the past three months since getting hitched to the man of my dreams, Millen Baird. We have a beautiful apartment right next door to The Grove, a glamorous outdoor shopping centre that’s decked out like Disneyland for Christmas. Mills and I love it, but it’s nowhere near…

‘This is groundbreaking science and I’d love it if people had an open mind ’ Like most people, Christina Markoski doesn’t want to die. In fact, she wants to live. And live ... and live ... and, if science permits, never die. It’s a wacky notion, but the 26-year-old is convinced that it’s possible – so she and her husband George, 46, are shelling out at least $50,000 each to be cryogenically frozen when they die. They hope that they can be brought back to life in the future, when medical advances allow it. “If you’re buried or cremated, then you have zero chance of another shot at life,” says Christina, who is Australia’s youngest cryonicist. “If you’re frozen, you’re in with a shot and that’s got to be a…

1 3 Greens Salad with Baby Potatoes & Chicken Serves 4 Prep 10 mins Cook 30 mins ALL YOU NEED 500g baby potatoes 250g green beans 100g baby spinach leaves 2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded 1-2 avocados, diced 250ml bottle Eta Avocado & Garlic Dressing Mint and basil to garnish STEP BY STEP 1. Gently boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, drain, slice in half and set aside. 2. Bring a pot of water to the boil and quickly blanch the beans. Plunge beans into cold water, drain, slice and set aside. 3. Into a large bowl, add the spinach, potatoes, beans, chicken and avocados. Gently mix to combine. 4. Transfer to a serving platter or bowl. 5. Drizzle over approximately ¼ cup Eta Avocado & Garlic Dressing.…

DEALING WITH TRICKY RELATIVES It’s the same every year – we look forward to family time at Christmas but there are also a few things we absolutely dread! One of those things may be the annual debate between your dad and your hubby over who should carve the turkey, or having to bite your tongue when your mother-in-law moans about the present you spent ages picking out for her – all while trying to stop your cousin’s unruly children from trashing your own kids’ new toys. The festive season can be a minefield of potential family fall-outs. So if you’re going to be cooped up with relatives who set your nerves on edge at the best of times, try these coping tactics from clinical psychologist Dr Anuradha Sayal-Bennett ... •…

New Year’s Eve can be tricky at the best of times, but with teenagers, it’s even worse. Especially if they’re at the drinking and driving age (not together, one would hope). Those New Year’s Eves you spent up with a vomiting toddler, in bed from sheer exhaustion with a newborn, or unable to go to a party because you had no babysitter? You’ll look back on those New Year’s Eves as blessings in disguise, trust me. Because nothing, and I mean nothing, is more terrifying than New Year’s Eve when your kids are teenagers. Because here’s the thing: They do not want to spend it with you. They want to be with their mates. Where are their mates? At beach houses. Where are the beach houses? Miles from where you…

QI know my husband still has a bunch of photos on his computer of girlfriends he had before we married two years ago. He told me when we first got together that I had nothing to worry about and that he would delete them after we wed, but not before. He says he has now done it and I have to admit I’m not great with computers, so I can’t be sure my snooping is thorough. Should I trust him? • Worried, Lyttelton A I’m of the mind that if there’s nothing else in his behaviour to suggest he has a wandering eye – or member, for that matter – then let sleeping dogs lie. More importantly, why are you worrying about the naked women of his past when you…

Set sail on an island adventure to discover ancient Polynesia! It’s the first Disney film to focus on the traditions and myths of the Pacific – including the legendary Maori figure Maui. The film follows Moana on her quest across the Pacific Ocean with her partner in crime Maui (voiced by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson). Moana has been labelled as Disney’s first Pacific princess, but she’s actually a daughter of a chief. As Auli’i Cravalho, the 16-year-old voice behind the character, says, “She’s wonderful and empowering.” Four things to know about amazing Auli’i... 1 She’s the same age as Moana! Auli’i celebrated her 16th birthday on November 22, just one day before the film was released in US cinemas. 2 She has a bit of a crush on her co-star.…

On filming a horror spoof series … It starts out wild and weird – and it doesn’t stop! This is an alternate universe. I’ve never had a character where I’ve not been told, “We have to make him more likeable.” On joining Scream Queens … I tried playing the safe, charming guy with a baby in Grandfatheredand it didn’t work. So I’m doing something edgier. This series came around and I knew it was time to show a different side of me. On what makes him scream … I don’t get scared that much any more. I was divorced – that was scary. I love amusement parks, but I don’t like scary rides. I’m also not a thrillseeker, so the idea of parachuting? Just forget it! On being the mature…

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It’s time to deck the halls – can you match these Christmas trees with their celebrity owners? Seas the weekend! Ports of Auckland’s SeePort is a family event on Auckland’s Anniversary Weekend, with a free symphony and fireworks show on the Sunday night! Visit seeport.co.nz for more info. We have a prize pack with a pass for a heritage tugboat ride, two helicopter flights and a picnic hamper. Visit womansday .co. nz/SeePort  with the code SP52, or send your name, address and phone number to: Woman’s Day/Ed’s Page, Response Bag 500235, Victoria Street West, Auckland 1142, by December 30. Contact us! online at womansday.co.nz email us wdaynz @bauermedia.co.nz follow us @womansdaynz call us (09) 308 2718 facebook.com/  womansdaynz Woman’s Day,…

While her troubled husband Kanye West stepped out last week to make a bizarre visit to US president-elect Donald Trump, Kim Kardashian has remained largely unseen since the rapper’s mental breakdown. We’re told that’s because she’s in a deep depression over her marriage, telling friends her love for Kanye, 39, has died. “Kim is trying to support Kanye, but in her heart, she knows it’s over,” says an insider. Kanye, who spent a week in a psychiatric ward earlier this month, is living in a rented apartment near the family’s home and is having supervised daily visits with his children, North, three, and Saint, one. However, Kim, 36, has told him he isn’t allowed to move home until he seeks ongoing treatment for his issues. “Kanye knows how Kim feels,…

‘I make house calls and I’ve let people come see me at home ’ When Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt in September, it was instantly clear their separation would become the messiest marriage split and custody battle Hollywood has ever seen. Amid ongoing claims Brad is an unfit father, the 41-year-old actress whisked her six children away from their dad in a bid to be granted full custody and she quickly turned to the one woman she knew could help her win her biggest battle yet. That woman’s name is Laura Wasser and she’s arguably the most sought-after person in Hollywood. The 48-year-old A-list divorce lawyer lives and breathes family law after becoming the go-to when it comes to celebrity splits. She represented Angelina when she broke-up…

Glazed Ham with Maple-roasted Veges SERVES 8 PREPARATION 5 MINUTES COOKING 30 MINUTES 4kg smoked leg ham, rind removed, scored 1¼ cups orange marmalade 1 cup orange juice ½ cup cognac MAPLE ROASTED VEGES 1kg pumpkin, cut into wedges 2 bunches baby carrots, peeled 3 parsnips, peeled, quartered 1 bunch baby beetroot, peeled, quartered 1 teaspoon caraway seeds ½ cup pure maple syrup 2 tablespoons olive oil 100g mixed salad leaves ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted 1. Preheat oven to moderate, 180°C. Arrange ham on rack in a roasting dish. 2. MAPLE-ROASTED VEGES. In a large baking dish, combine pumpkin, carrot, parsnip, beetroot and caraway seeds. Toss with combined maple syrup and oil, then season. Bake for 30 minutes. 3. In a small bowl, combine marmalade, juice and cognac. Brush…

Citrus Yoghurt Cheesecake with Fruit Compote SERVES 8 PREPARATION 25 MINUTES (PLUS CHILLING) Grease and line a 20cm round springform pan. In a food processor, pulse 250g gingernut biscuits to crumbs. Add 75g melted butter and pulse. Press into the base of pan. In a large bowl, beat 500g cream cheese, ¾ cup caster sugar, 2 teaspoons grated lemon, 2 teaspoons grated orange zest, 1 teaspoon vanilla and ¼ teaspoon salt flakes until smooth. Gradually beat in 1½ cups Greek-style yoghurt until smooth. In a jug, whisk 3 teaspoons gelatine into ¼ cup boiling water to dissolve. Beat into cream cheese, then spoon over base and level. Chill, covered, until set. In a bowl, combine 2 x 250g punnets strawberries, sliced into rounds, with seeds from 1 pomegranate,…

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Chic updos needn’t be severe and slicked back. The newest way to wear your hair up is with a few soft, touchable tendrils falling free – as if your chignon has loosened up after a turn on the dance floor. The best way to get a natural look? Prep with a light mist of texturiser and blow-dry. Pin up your hair, then gently push your fingers into your roots and lift slightly to loosen. Lastly, pull out a few strands at the front. You can use a flat iron or tong to create soft bends through the tendrils, but make sure the curl isn’t too tight or risk flashbacks to ’90s school-ball hair!…

Q My 15-year-old daughter wants to go to Rhythm and Vines with a bunch of friends, but I think she’s too young. Most of her friends are older than her as she’s very mature, but I’m still unsure. I don’t want to be the “uncool mum”, but my gut instinct is to say no. She’s going to hate me! • Help!, Rotorua A No. No way. Nope! Is she taking the p***? It’s 18 plus and a right of passage for those finishing Year 13. She’s 15 and way too young – completely out of order. Your gut instinct is spot on. Q My son-in-law’s mother passed away last year and his father has started a new relationship with a friend of mine. The tricky thing is that I innocently…

Your letters Deer, oh deer! Wow! What absolutely glorious and colourful photographs of Mike Hosking and his stunning wife Kate Hawkesby (WD, December 5). There were people who started an online petition earlier this year to get rid of Mike from his Seven Sharp job. I was so livid and I was a supportive signatory to keep him on the show. A man who will “do anything” for his wife is rare and he makes her feel “so loved”. Isn’t that the most romantic, ultimate show of love – him in that reindeer jumper tying to smile for his wife? And how proud Kate was! • Rita, Nelson Grub’s up! Thanks for the fabulous party menu in your Christmas bumper issue (WD, December 5)! I had planned a dinner party…

It’s a classic father-meets-boyfriend story. James Franco plays Laird, an eccentric tech millionaire who falls in love with the daughter of Ned (Bryan Cranston). We caught up with Bryan to talk about his hilarious new role. How did it feel to return to comedy after Breaking Bad ? Great! That’s been part of the reason that I decided to do this because I’ve been doing a lot of dramas lately. You’re playing important characters and it’s good storytelling, but I missed just having silly fun on set. This feels like it’s a challenge to be able, at my age, to do a lead in a comedy for a studio. Do you have to watch out for shades of Hal from Malcom in the Middle…

PASSENGERS January 1 This big-budget romance starring Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt follows the story of two unlikely space travellers who wake from cryostasis 90 years too early and are faced with a lifetime together on the ship. COLLATERAL BEAUTY January 12 Put Will Smith, Kate Winslet, Helen Mirren and Keira Knightley all together in one movie, and things are bound to be interesting. This thought-provoking drama, set in New York, explores how even the deepest loss can reveal moments of beauty. JACKIE January 12 She’s one of history’s most iconic First Ladies and now the legendary Jackie Kennedy Onassis is coming to life on screen. Natalie Portman plays the newly widowed Mrs Kennedy in the aftermath of her husband’s assassination. LION January 19 A five-year-old Indian boy is taken…

MONDAY CHRISTMAS SPECIAL CALL THE MIDWIFE Christmas is coming and so are our favourite midwives. This festive season, they’re packing up their cardigans and heading to Africa. An unexpected SOS call from Hope Clinic – a tiny mission hospital threatened by closure – interrupts their festivities and the team must try to save the day. TUESDAY FINALE ZUMBO’S JUST DESSERTS Adriano Zumbo’s magical dessert factory is preparing for its sweetest showdown yet. The top two bakers will need to call on every skill they’ve mastered in the competition if they want to get a taste of the $100,000 grand prize. Who will be crowned the winner and become the new patisserie queen? TUESDAY MOVIE DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS This festive flick is the perfect opportunity to settle…

Spot the difference PRINCE HARRY Can you find the sixth difference between these two pictures of Harry playing the London Air Ambulance Operation Game in London? Write your answer on the entry form on page 90. December 5 solution: Extra lines on Mick Jagger’s jacket. Winner: A. Dobson, Palmerston North. Who am I? I was born in New York in 1969. My father worked as an actor, writer and director, and our family moved to California, where Dad started a repertory theatre in Hollywood. I followed in his acting footsteps and in the early ’80s, I had regular parts on Little House on the Prairie and Silver Spoons. By my late teens, I’d started directing and in 1987, I landed my first lead role in Teen Wolf Too.…

If you thought you were lucky enough to catch another glimpse of Orlando Bloom completely starkers, think again! The nude offender is actually British comedian Alan Carr, 40, who teamed up with fellow funnyman David Walliams, 45, to recreate that unforgettable moment The Lord of the Rings star, 39, stripped to his birthday suit to paddleboard with his girlfriend Katy Perry, 32, back in August. Little Britain’s David, who mimicked Orlando’s lady love in a replica of her bikini, says, “I was delighted to be the Katy to Alan’s Orlando because it’s the drag role – Orlando’s a beautiful man.” Meanwhile, the real Katy and Orlando were spotted on dry land. After rumours their relationship was on the rocks, the couple wrapped up in their winter woollies for a cuddly…

A holiday is almost on the horizon. Hallelujah! After the crazy Christmas countdown, I hope you all get to relax and unwind with those you love the most this summer. Right now, my shoulders are tight and I’m totally anxious about my long to-do list ahead of Christmas, but I’m clinging to the knowledge that soon I’ll be lying on a sunny beach in Nelson while the kids frolic in the sea with their cousins. Aaah. I feel better just thinking about it. We busy women don’t often get the chance for reflection, but I have much to be grateful for this year. Like every year, it’s had its moments. Many of my family I hold most dear have been plagued by ill health, but these holidays we are all…

Jennifer isn’t just focusing on her own relationship – she’s also helping her pals Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom with theirs! Insiders say that Jennifer has become firm friends with pop star Katy, who has taken to calling her “the love guru”. They even share an ex – John Mayer! “Jen has been friends with Orlando for years, which is how she’s got to know Katy. They have really hit it off and they try to catch up virtually every week,” a close source tells us. Katy, 32, says Jennifer played an important part in mending her recent brief split from British actor Orlando, 39. “Katy and Orlando had a huge row, which threatened to end them for good. But Jen urged both of them to work it out because…

Royal watchers were shocked when it was revealed Harry’s new love had already been married, exchanging vows with film producer Trevor Engelson in 2011 before the pair split just two years later. Now a friend has revealed it was the actress who called time on the relationship, telling Woman’s Day, “Meghan landed her role in Suits just a few months before they married and, despite being together for seven years before getting hitched, things started to fall apart not long after the wedding. “They really battled with long distances. Trevor was based in LA while Meghan was in Toronto, a five-hour flight away. It was a very difficult way to start married life. Meghan also got close to her Suits co-stars quickly, which fuelled a string of jealous rows with…

Meghan Markle isn’t the only Suits star madly in love – her co-star and screen hubby Patrick J. Adams has tied the knot with his longtime girl, Pretty Little Liars actress Troian Bellisario. Dressed in Cortana couture, Troian, 31, and Patrick, 35 – who plays Mike Ross in the hit series – said “I do” in Southern California. Their camping-themed soirée, part of a three-day celebration, featured 200 guests including Suits’ Sarah Rafferty, and Star Trek actors Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto. Sadly, Meghan and her plus-one, Prince Harry, were absent!…

His beloved mother had succumbed to leukaemia three days earlier, but brave Louis Tomlinson fought back tears to perform his debut solo single “Just Hold On” for the live final of The X Factor UK because it was her final wish. The One Direction hunk was heartbroken as he performed the tune, which is reported to be about his late mum, Johannah Deakin, who was just 43 when she passed away, and includes the lyrics, “It’s not over ’til the sun has set. It’s not over ’til your dying breath.” And Simon Cowell praised his protégé, saying, “What you’ve just done ... the bravery... Your mum was so proud of you, Louis. She was so looking forward to tonight. She’s watching down on you now and you’ve done her proud.”…

BRITNEY SPEARS & KEVIN FEDERLINE REPRESENTINGBRITNEY After Britney’s breakdown in 2007, she lost custody of her two boys but was later named full-time carer of her sons when she split from their dad Kevin. Brit, 35, has Laura to thank. DEMI MOORE & ASHTON KUTCHER REPRESENTINGASHTON He’s one of the wealthiest men in Hollywood and Ashton, 38, was quick to turn to Laura to protect his fortune when he split from his wife of eight years, 53-year-old Demi Moore, in 2013. MARIA SHRIVER & ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER REPRESENTINGMARIA Laura was ready when news of 61-year-old Maria’s split from her now estranged husband and father of her four children, 69-year-old Arnie, went public in 2011. ANGELINA JOLIE & BRAD PITT REPRESENTINGANGE Laura is now gearing up for a very public showdown after…

Cyrus Taylor has lived nearly a third of his life with a cancerous tumour at the top of his brain stem. It’s inoperable and likely to keep growing as long as he does. But this irrepressible Upper Hutt boy refuses to let an uncertain future get in his way – and he’s inspiring other people with his drive for life. “My motto is always look at the upsides. If you look at the downsides, you might miss something extraordinary,” says Cyrus, who is known as Cy. The 10-year-old – who lives with his parents Rasha and Steve Taylor, both 35, and his brothers Malachi, nine, and Orion, 16 months – was seven when he was diagnosed with a tectal glioma. It’s a brain tumour that had blocked the flow of…

You will need ... • Foam florist’s ring in size of your choice • Plastic wrap • Toothpicks • A few punnets of berries of your choice • Two large fresh flowers • Ribbon and small flowers (optional) Here’s how 1. Soak the foam florist’s ring in cold water for a few minutes. 2. Cover the whole ring with plastic wrap. 3. Use toothpicks to stick the assorted strawberries, raspberries and blueberries onto the prepared ring. 4. Add two large flowers (we used anemones) to finish and small flowers if desired. Tie a ribbon around the top if you want to hang it on the wall or simply use as a table centrepiece. ENJOY WITH CHOCOLATE DIPPING SAUCE!   Place small bowls of chocolate dipping sauce next to the wreath…

SILVER BELLE There’s no second place for silver when it comes to eye-catching make-up. A versatile pick, you can either go simple with a shimmery charcoal smudged along your lash lines or all-out with molten metal liner for a sultry, smoky stare. This shade has serious party power! Silver and black are also a foolproof combo, so anchor the look with black liner and a lashing of lengthening mascara. But before you start, ensure your skin has warmth and radiance or you’ll turn out like the Tin Man! A dewy foundation and warm-toned blush will do the trick. GOLDEN GIRL A glint of gold is a fresh take on metallic that’s a hit with A-listers right now. Cream shadows have staying power and are the easiest to manipulate – just…

Gratitude is the new black, so although there have been a few potholes in the road that is 2016, when I look back over the year, I’m trying only to notice the shiny bits. First of all, I made it through alive. This cannot be said of everyone I know, which is a reminder that friends and family are what count at the end of the day, so hang on to them as best you can. This isn’t easy when, as it turns out, most people in the world – including the ones of whom you are most fond – can be annoying about 80% of the time. I take comfort in the fact that I myself am one of these people, so I guess it all works out in…

The world is moving slowly for me at the moment. Next week, my partner, who is a tough guy with a warm heart, is scheduled for brain surgery. After an unfortunate accident at CrossFit – or overexertion following a lifetime of wild adventures – he suffered a pseudoaneurysm. We didn’t know what was wrong for weeks. He was diagnosed with an eye infection and a virus, but the fact his eye wasn’t dilating was alarming. After calling his sister, who is a nurse, she instructed us to go to the emergency department immediately. The speed with which we whizzed from scan to scan to examination made me realise something was not right. Sure enough, he had a pseudoaneurysm. To make it worse, it was situated in a spot in the…

It takes three hours to fly from Auckland to Fiji, which is about the same amount of time it takes to drive from Auckland to Tauranga. Delightful as the Mount is, can it really compare to a tropical island vaycay? 1 The Hilton Fiji Beach Resort & Spa Kiwis love Denarau Island on the main island of Viti Levu and because it’s only a 20-minute car ride from Nadi Airport, it’s great if you’re planning a short break. You want beach, pool and a wee sampler of Fijian life? The Hilton is a safe bet. Right on the waterfront, the resort’s Maravu restaurant specialises in Pan-Asian cuisine prepared with organic herbs from the hotel’s garden and also serves dim sum for lunch – yum! 2 Vomo Island If crystal-clear warm…

WINSTON CHURCHILL WAS SHORT John Lithgow may have worn a fat suit, false teeth and stuck cotton up his nose, but there was one thing about Winston he couldn’t copy – his height. At 1.9m, the actor would have towered over the 1.67m prime minister! PRINCE PHILIP’S REFUSAL TO KNEEL While no-one can confirm it, suspicions are this scene was not entirely factual. Philip did often balk at tradition, but it’s highly unlikely he would object to kneeling in front of his Queen at her coronation. THE CHRONOLOGY IS OFF An emotional Queen Mother flees London in the eighth episode of the series, set in 1953, after the unveiling of a memorial of her husband King George VI. But the statue was actually revealed in 1955, three years after she…

Why are you on the show? My reason wasn’t to change stereotypes of young mums – because I don’t think it will ever change – but so that people could get more of a view on teenage pregnancy and show that we’re not all what people think. We do actually try our best for our children. I look after my son like a 30-year-old woman would! How has having a child at 17 impacted your life? It’s turned my life upside-down but for the best. I live on my own now, I’m independent, I’m reliable, I’ve just finished college and I’m going to university – I wouldn’t want to do all these things if I didn’t have Brooklyn. He’s pushing me towards doing better for myself. What’s the hardest thing…

Capricorn DEC 23 - JAN 20 What a difference a day makes! After an intense few weeks, a sky full of social stars should sweep away the tension. A local event or concert sets the ball rolling and it may also set the scene for love. The sparkling mood on Sunday will be hard to resist, so let someone else do the worrying and have fun! Aquarius JAN 21 – FEB 19 You wanted honesty and now you’ve got it! People will open up about all sorts of things this week – you might even discover a skeleton in the family closet. New dreams could crystallise as underlying feelings bubble to the surface. Don’t let in a negative person’s influence. Trust those gut instincts! Pisces FEB 20 – MAR 20…