YOUR horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017:

This year you have a tendency to overthink situations. Allow a little more spontaneity to enter your life, and don’t insist on so much structure. Ultimately, you will learn to relax more. If you are single, romance blows into your life. You might feel as if you never have experienced feelings of this nature before. If you are attached, the two of you often get into vivid, energetic conversations. Know that you both can be right with different ideas; you don’t always have to agree. SCORPIO wishes that he or she had the type of relationship you have!

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

A loved one or dear friend decides to take an action that you have been considering. This person demonstrates security and a greater understanding of what might be necessary. You will enjoy riding his or her coattails as you greet what was your idea. Tonight: Get into the moment.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Be flattered at how a partner or someone who wants to be your sweetie befriends you. This person’s main goal – at least right now – is to put a smile on your face. You gain a new perspective of this person but also the people and the situations around him or her. Tonight: Go with the flow.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

You might want to pace yourself and get ahead of a potential problem. You will become more relaxed and easygoing once you clear out some errands. A loved one lets you know how much you are missed. Be where you are wanted. Tonight: Let it all happen.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You express depth and security, yet you might not be willing to put yourself on the line or be the first person to make a move. Wouldn’t it be a shame to miss out on getting to know someone better because of your pride? Rethink your decision. Tonight: Be spontaneous and allow your inner child to emerge.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

You might want to stick around the home front. Much activity surrounds your personal life. An associate or someone in your day-to-day life could pop up unexpectedly. Though you might be uncomfortable at first, go with the moment. Tonight: Entertain from your pad.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Don’t stand on ceremony. Instead, reach out to a friend or loved one whom you have not spoken to in a long time. As you bridge the lost time, you’ll remember how connected to this person you feel. Make a point of getting together more frequently. Tonight: You could witness a budding romance.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Be aware of a controlling side that you frequently cover up. Let go of possessiveness and insecurity, if possible, because you are likely to mess up what could be a great few days or a potential romance. Don’t allow yourself to be a victim of your feelings. Tonight: Make strong choices for yourself.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Verify that you want to head in the present direction. Sometimes you respond automatically to situations and don’t consider whether the path will really work for you. A better alternative might be available; be open to changing plans. Tonight: Reach out to a special friend.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You sense that you have left someone out or you haven’t completed a situation or conversation. If you happen to zero in on the issue, by all means correct it. You will feel better. Be cautious with any financial agreements. Tonight: Do your thing.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You seem to be transforming naturally while living life. What had worked for you might not work any longer. Make those adjustments no big deal. People change with time, though you often can maintain the tie with some mutually agreed upon changes. Tonight: Time to celebrate!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

The spotlight is on you. Usually you are not comfortable with so much attention, but right now you seem to flourish in that role. Your instincts tell you what to do with a strong, demanding person in your life. Take charge of your life. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Plans could change. For example, what you thought would be a quiet get-together could turn into an outrageous celebration. Be willing to step outside your comfort zone. Don’t restrict yourself to the same old patterns – that is, if you want more excitement in your life. Tonight: All smiles.

BORN TODAY: Singer Celia Cruz (1925), chemist Alfred Nobel (1833), Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (1949)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017:

This year you have a lot of energy, and you focus on what you want. You might be more available to others than you have been in the past. Mobilize an unusual amount of high energy and focus it on key goals. If you are single, your magnetism attracts others to you. Make sure you want to be tied up with the sweetie of the moment. If you are attached, the two of you benefit from going out and joining friends. When you leave your pals, you recognize how fortunate you are to have each other. SAGITTARIUS wants you around far more than you realize.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You might have a sudden bout of anger in the morning. You might wonder why. The remainder of the day, direct more positive energy toward a partner or loved one who adores being the center of your attention. Take off together and explore a new spot. Tonight: Don’t feel an urgency to return home. This Week: Be willing to break past a barrier.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You might like the results of deferring to others just one more time. A dear friend or loved one decides to spend more time with you. Before you know it, the two of you are off indulging in a mutual hobby or favorite sport. Tonight: Plan on being active.

This Week: Allow others to continue to express their ideas first.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Popularity can be overwhelming. Enjoy yourself to the max. Make a point of going out to a favorite spot. Out of the blue, someone might need to confess his or her feelings toward you! Don’t worry; you can handle it. Tonight: You don’t need to be alone.

This Week: Others seek you out. You might hear some interesting tales!

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You might have had plans to join friends. Unless these plans involve an athletic happening in which you can participate, you are likely to want to change them. Don’t allow anger to bubble up from out of nowhere. Tonight: Get a head start on tomorrow.

This Week: Focus on work and on accomplishing what you must.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Your imaginative mind could create a close-to-perfect day with friends and/or loved ones. You could find that a little attention opens Pandora’s box. A friend who rarely discloses anything suddenly might spill the beans about everything. Tonight: Take the lead. This Week: You will be difficult to stop.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Tension mounts as you attempt to spend some quality time relaxing at home. Some form of uproar seems to surround you. Maintain your sense of humor, or else you might be apologizing. Tonight: Meet a friend at a favorite spot. This Week: Family and your personal life take priority – at least in your head.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Consider putting 100 percent into whatever you do today. Many opportunities and encounters with new people become a possibility. Don’t feel as if you need to follow a routine, especially if a pattern is preventing you from actualizing a goal. Tonight: Apply your high energy positively.

This Week: Your high energy comes with a shorter fuse.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Allow greater give-and-take between you and others. You cannot stand on ceremony with a friend who might be unusually angry. The cause of his or her emotions might not be clear. Don’t allow this matter to go too far. Tonight: Make it your treat.

This Week: Rather than explode, take frequent timeouts.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You finally perk up at the end of the weekend. A friend could energize you with his or her unique style. You might even be triggered by a conversation about this person. The good news is that you finally are out of a negative cycle. Tonight: Ask for what you want. This Week: You roll into the week close to unstoppable.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You have a lot on your mind, yet you want to spend some time with friends. A friend makes it clear that he or she wants to see you. You might sense some irritation from this person and want to find out why. Tonight: Don’t over-schedule yourself.

This Week: A surprise Monday or Tuesday could force a change of plans.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You could feel that it is important to follow an already designated schedule. A loved one could turn up out of the blue. Change your plans and spend time with this person. Sometimes you lose sight of your priorities. Tonight: Out with friends.

This Week: Zero in on what you want early this week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

You could be overwhelmed by a loved one and a sudden barrage of requests. You need to be responsive, especially as what is being requested and the tone might be quite different. This person needs to know that you care. A loved one could be provocative. Tonight: You don’t need to fly solo!

This Week: Keep your eye on your work.

BORN TODAY:

Composer Franz Liszt (1811), actress Joan Fontaine (1917), actor Jeff Goldblum (1952)