YOUR horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018:

This year you might have more fun than you thought was possible. The unexpected occurs, often suddenly; however, don’t lose your sense of direction. If you are single, you meet people with ease. Around the midpoint of your birthday year, someone quite intriguing could enter your life. If you are attached, you and your partner have many long-desired dreams that you want to realize. Work toward one of them this year. TAURUS pushes you hard, which frequently annoys you.

ARIES (March 20-April 19)

You might wonder about a growing feeling of possessiveness. You easily could be off-kilter due to all of the activity and pressure around you. Your imagination might go haywire, as you are dealing with a certain element of unpredictability. Tonight: Do some holiday shopping.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Others could have information they don’t know what to do with. You know what works, so you will pitch in and help. You are looking at the possibility of realizing a long-term goal. Keep your focus. An unexpected development helps clarify your perspective. Tonight: Say “yes.”

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Know what is going on behind the scenes. Fatigue could affect your perspective. What a perfect excuse to take a nap! Approach the remainder of the day more energized. Still, you

might choose to clear up a disagreement. Tonight: Take some muchneeded personal time.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Enjoy the moment and all the people around you. You could have a lot of ground to cover. Prioritize, and you will find the right direction in which to head. A child needs a lot of your time, so get him or her involved in your tasks. Tonight: Let go, and enjoy the moment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Pressure builds, and your mood reflects your stress level. Find a few moments alone to ground yourself. You might have to step away in the next 24 hours, as you could find yourself caught in the middle of a family issue. Try not to make the situation worse than it is. Tonight: Help an older friend or relative.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Keep reaching out to a friend at a distance. This person appreciates your thoughtfulness. You might be surprised at the unexpected news he or she drops on you. Approach a difficult child in a novel way. The outcome will be worthwhile. Tonight: Near music.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Deal with a partner directly. The concern that will arise between you stems from having two different perspectives. Establish boundaries. Both of you will be smiling until later in the day, when the other party decides to change his or her mind. Tonight: Indulge a family member.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Others might be contentious and could try to use their manipulative styles to get what they want. What gives you more leverage is that you understand the mechanisms at work here, whereas they might not. Vocalize your feelings and your message. Tonight: Accept an offer.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Finishing what others left undone might not be glamorous, but it is necessary. Once you are clear, you can control how you spend your time. Make choices that put a smile on your face. A decision based on your instincts is right-on. Tonight: Treat this day like any other Wednesday.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your creativity emerges through your choices and actions. You can go with the flow and not be so concerned about others’ reactions. Give up the need to be politically correct at this moment in time. Tonight: As a “free spirit” for a day, what would you choose to do?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Stay centered. Choose to stay close to home because it feels good. You also will level out others’ hyper energy that way. Attend to last-minute details, and make sure you have everything you need. Tonight: Enjoy the tree and nibble on a cookie while visiting with a loved one.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Know that it is important to choose the right words and say the right things at the right times. If you mess up, don’t get too uptight. Just allow it all to wash over you. Someone could stun you with his or her words. Maintain your sense of humor. Tonight: Trust your intuition.

BORN TODAY: Illusionist Criss Angel (1967), actress Alyssa Milano (1972), football player Jake Plummer (1974)