YOUR horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018:

This year you open a door in your life that you have been wanting to walk through. You have found a niche where you are comfortable. To keep life exciting, you’ll add a new experience or hobby to your to-do list. If you are single, you attract many different people. Don’t feel as if you need to make a choice this year. If you are attached, you will want to express your feelings more often. Remember, your actions and words matter to your sweetie. PISCES is very emotional and makes waves in your life.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Listen to the faraway drumbeats. You will hear news that makes you quite content. Listen to what others have to say, and weigh the information carefully. As a result, you might decide to hold off on making a decision. Your intuition is right-on. Tonight: Get feedback from a loved one.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Zero in on what you want, and do not be distracted by others. You might find that you are interested in enjoying the people around you. Kick back and make the most of the moment. A friend could be inspirational but also flaky! Tonight: A good time is inevitable.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

You could be reaching out to someone in the hopes that he or she will play devil’s advocate for you. Some of the ideas you share might not be your own, but you still want feedback. Know that some of the responses you get could be confusing. Tonight: Your presence counts.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You could be touchy and wanting to change direction. If you stay on top of the situation, you will be more content than you have been in a while. Be willing to visit with a friend who does not live close to you; the change of scenery will benefit you. Tonight: Be a bit exotic.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Honor what is happening around you. Time with a close friend or loved one will be appealing. Expect a fun and meaningful time with this person, no matter what the plans are. You could find that you are able to adjust what you are doing to suit the moment. Tonight: Be part of a duo.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Your popularity soars to a new level if you can handle all the attention. Not everyone wants to do the same thing, but all of them thoroughly enjoy your company. Sort through what you feel is relevant, and make choices accordingly. Tonight: And the party goes on and on.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You will want to indulge in a favorite hobby or get some more work done. Your focus will be very intense, to the point that it might frustrate another person. Know that you need to make time for this person if you want to keep the peace. Tonight: Do not push yourself too hard.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Your playfulness emerges. Others often think of you as being serious and intense, which you are. When you reveal your inner child, excitement and curiosity become the normal response. Let it all hang out, and enjoy the moment. Tonight: Others will remember this night.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You’ll opt to stay close to home. Know that someone with whom you usually visit over the weekend is likely to miss you. You easily could decide to throw a last-minute party at your pad. Keep it fun with a creative theme. Tonight: Stay close to home so as to maximize the moment.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Reach out to someone who has signaled in his or her own way that he or she would like to chat

with you about certain matters. You can’t always be on top of everything, nor do you want to be. Scheduling time with this person is important. Tonight: In the whirlwind of living.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Allow greater give-and-take between you and someone to whom you could be financially tied. The two of you have very different interests and, as a result, might opt to go in a different direction from what either of you had considered. Use care with spending. Tonight: Say “yes.”

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Listen to what is being shared by someone who is close to you. Don’t feel as if you must do or say anything, just know that this person needs your attention. Free yourself up – maybe even just for the day – and allow events and people to come to you. Tonight: Celebrate!

BORN TODAY:

Actor Rainn Wilson (1966), astronaut Buzz Aldrin (1930), actress Stacey Dash (1967)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday, Jan. 21, 2018:

This year you might be prone to overindulge. Many of you will get a raise and/or a promotion, which will encourage spending. Use caution, as there could be deception somewhere along the line. If you are single, you have a vague yet seductive quality that draws several potential suitors toward you. Enjoy all the attention! If you are attached, the two of you need to be scrupulous when dealing with your finances. Your personality helps melt resistances from your sweetie. PISCES might appear to know a lot about handling money, but probably doesn’t.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You might need to make an adjustment in some way, be it to plans or to your mental outlook. As a result, a loved one will be more willing to go along with your wishes. You are likely to

experience some good luck by being mindful of others’ needs. Tonight: Get a good night’s sleep.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Your vision of what is possible could radically change, given some time and detachment. The greater the perspective you gain, the happier you will be. A new answer or solution will appear. Because of others’ reactions, you’ll feel appreciated. Tonight: Only what you want to do.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Sometimes getting past a problem can be challenging. A loved one seems to have a very different perspective from yours. See if it is possible for you to accept this person’s position. There is very little reason to argue if you love someone. Tonight: Go along with a request.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You might be incapable of nixing bad ideas and saying “no” to others right now. Be careful how you verbalize your feelings. You want your points to be heard, but you also don’t want to badger anyone into listening to you. Tonight: Go along with a loved one’s plans.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Consider using today as a day of rest, and avoid trying to accomplish a lot. You might want to go out and participate in a game you love, but your best bet right now is to recharge your batteries. You are about to experience a hectic few days. Tonight: Say “yes,” but only if it’s easy.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You could be more sarcastic than you realize. You will be able to judge if you are by looking at others’ reactions. Your position on a certain topic might not be as strong as you think it is. Let it go for now, and be more sensitive to a loved one. Tonight: Act as if there were no tomorrow.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You might be concerned about whether you are going to have to handle even more responsibility. A financial proposition could be excellent, but make sure you can deal with the ramifications if things don’t work out. Clear out a project ASAP. Tonight: Express your feelings.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You might need to handle a situation more forcefully than you have in the past. Your sixth sense kicks in, no matter what you do or which direction you decide to head in. You’ll have to deal with a friend’s high energy. This person keeps life exciting. Tonight: Live in the moment.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You will be eyeing a new direction and/or a different approach. You might not want to agree with a roommate or loved one, but you know that this person has a lot of logic and good sense behind his or her words. Tackle projects around your home. Tonight: Make it easy.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You have a unique style that draws people toward you. Your sincerity and clarity count. Also, your more-conservative views could make it easier for many people to swallow. Be careful with a pushy friend who feels as if he or she is always right. Tonight: At a favorite place.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You could be having a problem with your finances. Money seems to disappear before you can get organized enough to pay bills or use the funds efficiently. Open up to a new way of thinking, but be careful about taking any risks. Tonight: Have an important discussion.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Your emotional resonance takes you down a new path. Respond to a friend or loved one who calls or reaches out to you from a distance. Opportunities and good feelings seem to stem from this person. Discuss getting together very soon. Tonight: Choose a favorite activity.

BORN TODAY:

Singer/songwriter Emma Bunton (1976), singer Billy Ocean (1950), baseball player Brandon Crawford (1987)