Taurus (Kritika last 3 quarters, Rohini, Mrigasira 1st half) Name starts with phonetic (Ee, U, Aye, Oh, Va, Ve, Vo, Vay, Vo): 
If you're a Taurus in a relationship then 2008 is likely to bring its share of trials and tribulations. Your best time to work these out are going to be when Venus, the planet of love and harmony, and your ruler, will be in supportive alignment to stern Saturn so that it softens some of his nagging and criticizing of your love and sex life. 
These opportunities are from 1/25-2/17 when Venus is in Capricorn and will also align beautifully to Jupiter, the planet of luck, adding extra protection. Then from 5/1-5/24 Venus moves into Taurus. Having your ruling planet in your sign will be a time in 2008 when your powers of receptivity are at their very best. Love, sex and all the pleasures in life are going to be yours no matter what Saturn has to say about it! 

Then from 8/7-8/30 Venus enters Virgo. Expect a karmic test to your relationship. If you pass, your sex and love life will become deeper and stronger and the rest of the year should be divine. Your best sex will occur between 11/17 and 12/27 when Mars, the planet of sex is touring your house of eroticism. 

As per western astrology, year 2008 is embarked by presence of Saturn in Virgo, Jupiter in Capricorn, Uranus in Pieces, Neptune in Aquarius and Pluto transiting towards Capricorn. In terms of relationship and health year 2008 can bestow following general effects for individuals born with Taurus Sunsign.

Grounded and practical Taurus will experience extra boosts of optimism and find time to bring creative projects to the forefront, this year. Your personal needs will be met the more you tune into your spiritual side, and your growth will be directly connected with your ability to accept your deep philosophical transformation. You will continue to work out how you can use your creative side to improve your finances.

Methodically organizing your perceptions as they come to you will enhance your career. Weighing choices carefully as they arise before making decisions will be very important, this year. Take advantage of this expansive time and act upon your desire to enroll in new classes. You could greatly benefit by finishing that degree or get that certificate you've been working on. Likewise, educational trips and romantic vacations exploring different philosophies and arts will give you insight and help you jumpstart your projects and articulate new ideas. You derive nourishment and balance taking sojourns to the mountains or lakeside retreats. You will also benefit by sharing the creative wisdom you have acquired, and see results as your ideas are folded into mainstream values. 

This is a good time to follow that urge to express your deep inner changes in your personal growth and publish or write your own books. You enjoy sharing your musical talents, and creating a new musical piece is a very strong possibility. You can be very successful in expressing your higher principles, whether it is work related or community oriented. Expect monetary returns when you put your ideas into practice.

CAREER: You will spend most of this year exercising your creativity and helping others, which will bring you great financial rewards and success. A high-minded and productive energy will focus your emotional sensitivity to the needs of your co-workers and associates. Your expansive ideas will serve humanity in a bigger way through understanding your own basic needs. You find, as you channel your creative talents, you easily come upon opportunities to be of service to others. 

You need to continually work on clearly communicating and promoting your ideas and surrounding yourself with a team of people to support them. You are a hard worker and expect others to help and do their share. With all of these gifts, a position or power or promotion is likely. In this leadership position, you will find a platform for teaching others how to succeed. By the end of the year, all of these changes will lead to the financial rewards you seek, leaving you in a much more secure financial position.

LOVE: 
If you're a Taurus playing the dating game there could be plenty of drama and emotion surrounding your love and sexual life in 2008 thanks to a Lunar Eclipse on February 20th that falls in your 5th house. 
In May you'll be hotter than the Sun however and should be able to snag any sexual encounter you desire. By June your sex life has more of a "stop and go" feel as Mars enters your 5th house until 8/19 providing sexual energy but Saturn will be on his tail restricting this energy somewhat. 

Single Taurus, this is where you need to learn you can eat your cake, but sometimes need to skip the frosting. 
This year, you may find yourself attracted to someone you work with. Your passionate nature attracts someone who shares your values and has a deep focus on their career. Consider spending free time together, sharing in activities that keep you actively engaged with each other. Almost everything you do together will allow you to feel a balanced flow of energy. 

As the year progresses, you really like the idea of sharing your life with this person. Hopefully, this person in will feel the same way! As you deepen your own self-awareness, and recognize your own self-worth, you will attract the love you need and deserve. When you find your perfect soul mate, you an innate sense of closeness develops. You both revel in both the natural world, and in lively social situations. This year will bring positive changes in how you communicate with others, as well. Your passion and charm rise to the surface, and you yearn for a deeper commitment with the one you love. This could be the one to make you dream to walk down the aisle.

During the month of January friends, family and loved once shall be supportive and generous. Your personal affairs may take time to resolve hence it shall be better to remain patient and persistent. Love shall be in air for few. 

During the month of February marriage proposal can get finalized for eligible bachelors. Avoid arguments with family members. Not a good month for parting out or relaxation. Health of some elder in family can be source of concern 

During the month of March it is the promising time to express gratitude, affection and love in terms of personal relationships. Family and friends shall be there at time of need. Better to look after health issues as they might lead to temporary problems for you. 

During the month of April domestic matters shall not get resolved with heated arguments/ allegations. Love, acceptance and freedom shall work as healing forces in personal relations 

During the month of May actions of servants, colleagues, subordinates need to be checked. Most of you shall remain in good health and spirits however; health of some family member can cause temporary stress for you. Family and love life shall be usual without many concerns. 

During the month of June changes in life style are likely to bring freshness and excitement in life. Personal relationships shall be deep and meaningful. Be cautious of diet pattern to remain in good physical shape. 

During the month of July marriage of eligible bachelors can be there. Love affair or emotional involvements during this time shall be promising in long run. Enhancement of family comforts is likely for few. This period can lead to investments in family comforts. Health shall remain more or less fine during the month. 

During the month of August expectations of family members and friends can be high. Think twice before making commitments. Health of some dear one can be source of concern. Better to check your diet during the month. 

During the month of September arguments can turn into big affairs, hence better to avoid these. Better to be cautious of your eating habits during the month. There are likely chances of birth of child for some of you. 

During the month of October there are likely chances of renovation at home for some of you. Family members might seek advice on an important issue. Relationship with beloved/ spouse might get strained due to hectic work schedules. For few legal matters can disturb mental peace. Seasonal change can temporarily affect health of few 

During the month of November socializing and outgoing shall yield soothing effect for you. Improved family life is expected for some. Some of you shall enjoy some memorable moments with family members. Health shall be more on good side. 

During the month of December on domestic front you may feel divided. It is better to have a hold on major decisions. Arguments / quarrels with co born is not ruled out. Your beloved/ spouse shall be supportive and caring. Health of some elder in family can be source of concern..