Love in the Year of the Water Dragon

Water Dragons love their lovers -- sometimes to exhaustion! These intense creatures need plenty of affectionate intimacy. And though Water Dragons may indulge in flings galore, what really counts for them is true love. Family, children and intense friendships are the mainstay of Dragon's emotional stability.

Here's a glimpse -- both Western and Chinese -- into how your love life will play out in the lusty Year of the Water Dragon.

WESTERN SIGNS
Aries
A lukewarm crush turns into long-term passion.

Taurus
Like becomes love with an unlikely pal this summer.

Gemini
Sudden passion overwhelms you at a dinner party in the fall.

Cancer
Home fires lead to long sensual nights in winter.

Leo
Sex and romance are spotlighted in late February.

Virgo
Trying to make babies takes up a lot of your time early this year.

Libra
Can't decide? Take the sexiest one for now. Kick back after Christmas.

Scorpio
Love blossoms on the internet. Secret, sexy affairs are likely.

Sagittarius
Love in a hot climate somewhere exotic.

Capricorn
Serious lovemaking sessions distract your from work.

Aquarius
This year's romances are all about fun – and no commitments!

Pisces
That Scorpio you had your eye on? They'll be ready to roll in June.

CHINESE SIGNS
Rat
Powerful sexual urges distract you from wedded bliss in July.

Ox
A bad habit becomes a love affair by pure accident in May.

Tiger
Luscious love affairs will blossom all year long.

Rabbit
Tradition falls by the wayside, and passion ensues in August.

Dragon
Hold your fire until September – when passion will explode!

Snake
The first months of 2012 are all about languorous lovemaking.

Horse
You’re in for a good ride once winter settles in.

Sheep
Someone powerful wants to spoil and ravish you. Go for it!

Monkey
You’ll encounter a surprise affair in March -- and again in January 2013!

Rooster
Many lovers covet your affections all year. Use your discretion.

Dog
The field is wide open. Seduce the pick of the pack in July.

Pig
You’ll have a few flings, but nothing too serious. Have fun in the sack!