YOUR horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, April 1, 2017:

This year you greet yet another special opportunity. You are known for your strength, integrity and honesty. Over the years, many of you have softened a hard edge of your personality. If you are single, your magnetism speaks for itself. Be discriminating. The right person could pop up at any moment. If you are attached, your sweetie appears to be more upbeat than in years past. Enjoy the positive moments that exist between you, and don’t take him or her for granted. GEMINI provides a lot of news and information.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Tap into your imagination when attempting to convince someone that he or she can have what he or she wants. Your suggestions could help this person get past an innate resistance. Several loved ones might invite you to join them. Honor your desires, too. Tonight: At home.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You generally are very good with money. You are resourceful and creative, but you also want good quality. A friend might ask you to do some shopping with him or her. What this person really is saying is that he or she admires how you make your choices. Tonight: Out late.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

You have a sense that few people will go against you today. If you have an important request or desire, use the morning to fulfill it. For those who are single, romance flickers in the background; decide whether you want to make it real. Tonight: The only answer is “yes.”

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You could be self-conscious right now, but know that this feeling is only temporary. Reach out to a loved one at a distance. You might feel as though this person is right next to you while you swap news. Be aware that someone is missing you. Tonight: At a favorite

restaurant.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Your outgoing nature can’t be contained. You seem to enjoy wherever you are, even when you’re around people with whom you don’t see eye to eye. You might hear news that could be good yet overwhelming on some level. Tonight: The world does revolve around you today.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You might have to help an older friend or relative in dealing with an important happening. This person loves how detail-orientated you are. A relationship you have with someone could be quite imposing, partially because there is a vagueness involved. Tonight: A must appearance.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Your mind wanders, yet you’ll still manage to remain present in the moment. If you can, indulge your imagination and allow it to wander in its chosen direction. Be less practical for the next 24 hours, and you’ll be pleased with the results. Tonight: Be near good music.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

One-on-one relating is likely to provide you with a lot of information. Understand where others are coming from. A loved one wants to spend more time with you. Perhaps you have not realized just how much you need to reconnect with this person. Tonight: Dinner for two.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You have very little to say about what is happening, as others clearly seem to dominate. You very much are needed, but people want to determine who, when and where. Take a step back, and be more of an observer for now. Tonight: Say “yes” to someone else’s suggestion.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You have a list of projects in your mind that you would like to tackle. Not every moment has to be social or filled with people. Retreat and indulge your desires right now. Others will enjoy you even more when you decide to emerge. Tonight: Indulge a fragile friend.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You could be in a situation where you seem to have little choice but to smile and throw yourself into what is happening immediately around you. Whether you are single or attached, you will meet people with ease and expand your immediate circle of friends. Tonight: Frolic away.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

You could be overwhelmed by everything that you have to do, and you might be tired from everything you have done. Take a much-needed break. Grab a book you have been waiting to read or watch a movie you have been wanting to see. Tonight: Don’t stray far from home.

BORN TODAY: Actress Debbie Reynolds (1932), U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Samuel Alito (1950), TV host Rachel Maddow (1973)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday, April 2, 2017:

This year you often alternate between being the pioneer your sign is known for and getting into the groove of enjoying being home a lot. You will find a balance. If you are single, you could meet someone special before the end of September. This person is likely to have a big impact on your life. If you are attached, the two of you will be developing more mutual interests. Don’t let petty squabbles prevent you and your sweetie from becoming even closer. CANCER knows how to rain on your parade.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Afternoon events will encourage you to slow down. A conversation with a younger person could have you wondering what he or she has been experiencing. You’ll want to find a solution for this person; know that it will happen soon. Tonight: A favorite meal with a favorite person.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You have been reconsidering an expenditure. An invitation to a game or some other spectator event heads your way. You will relax while you are there, and you’ll give your mind a muchneeded break. Tonight: A casual meal out.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

You smile, and someone responds in kind. Getting to know this person will be a pleasure. You have a lot in common and the potential for an excellent friendship. You can’t postpone errands or shopping much longer than Sunday evening. Tonight: Treat yourself.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You could be very tired and might want to hide under the covers. Go for it! By the afternoon, you will get a second wind. Indulge in what you would like to do. Ask yourself whether your fatigue is the result of not enjoying what you are doing. Tonight: Your call.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Use the morning for any important matters. By the afternoon, you will be longing for a nap. Whether you go to the movies or invest your time in a hobby makes no difference. A friend might have a case of the blues. Listen to what this person has to say. Tonight: Not to be found.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Fulfill obligations early in the day. You might not know it yet, but some free time to go out with friends will prove most rewarding. Someone who expresses his or her caring could be part of your afternoon. Tonight: A close loved one opens up and shares his or her feelings.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You could be ready to make an important change. You might run into some resistance where you least expect to. Be a good listener. Getting a word in could be close to impossible. Lighten up, and enjoy the humor of the situation. Tonight: Get a head start on tomorrow.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Deal with a close friend in the morning. A talk could lead to a topic that you both have avoided. Be willing to take a risk or do something very different. Though you like the tried and true, an escapade into the unknown holds a lot of potential. Tonight: Lots to dream about.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

A loved one is likely to make an overture before you are even able to. Don’t worry about it too much. Discussions involving your daily life and how to enjoy it more prove to be very interesting and worth hearing. A family member gives you an earful. Tonight: Dinner for two.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Reach out to someone you care about. This person could surprise you with what he or she is thinking. Not everything or everyone is predictable all the time. Note how often this person’s mood changes. Make the most out of the moment. Tonight: Be more adventurous.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Your ability to help someone relax comes into play. You might find it hard to get a friend or associate off his or her position. Perhaps going full throttle and talking about the real problem with a positive attitude will get better results. Tonight: Treat a loved one to a favorite dessert.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Your ability to create what you want soars. It is as if Lady Luck is riding on your shoulder today. A responsibility involving an older relative calls. You cannot bypass this obligation. Once you are done, the day is yours. Tonight: Forget tomorrow, live today.

BORN TODAY: Musician Leon Russell (1942), author Emile Zola (1840), Emmylou Harris (1947)