Love and the stars

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Tension builds because of a domestic situation. You might feel put out by a responsibility that surrounds a long-term investment. You’ll want to focus on your financial and personal commitments. You could be taken aback by news you hear. Tonight: Remain centered.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You could feel pushed by an authority figure. Break past an immediate commitment and be aware of what might be best for you. A parent points you in a new direction. Your caring evolves to a new level because of what someone else shares with you. Tonight: Be naughty.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Keep to the basics, and recognize what is possible. Sometimes a situation stemming from a partnership weighs on you. Allow your imagination to flourish and you’ll see how easy a change could be. Your sense of humor helps you get past a boundary. Tonight: Defer to others.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Deal with an issue directly and without any fear. Some distancing between you and another person is just a phase of this relationship. Laughter surrounds you and a loved one. Refuse to do anything halfway. Tonight: Detach from a problem in order to find a solution.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Be sensitive to how far you push yourself to achieve a long-desired goal. Stay content when dealing with a withdrawn or distraught person in your life. Touch base with a confident associate who tends to come up with powerful ideas. Tonight: Balance your checkbook first.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Ask yourself how much you can commit to in a matter involving a child. Look to the long term when making an important decision. You might feel as if someone who seems sweet could be harboring some negative feelings. Tonight: Your wish is someone else’s command.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Much is going on behind the scenes. You will be dealing with a matter that has a lot to do with your background. Make an effort to get past a self-imposed restriction; understand its importance to you and your life. Touch base with a loved one. Tonight: Act on a creative idea.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Zero in on priorities. Friends support you in heading in a new direction. Goodwill surrounds you. Eventually you will be able to move in your chosen direction. Respond to someone else in a creative, open manner. Tonight: Others want to tap into your imagination.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You could feel stressed out by a boss who seems to be hovering over you. You might opt to move in a new direction and gain the support of a higher-up. Don’t minimize what is happening between you and a friend. You know what is needed. Tonight: Work past a money restriction.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You see a personal matter more clearly than you have in a while. Investigate what is needed to move past some tension between you and someone at a distance. Follow through on what you feel could work if you relax with the moment. Tonight: Detach and see the big picture.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Relate directly to important individuals in your life. Your sense of humor emerges when you recognize an insecurity that keeps popping up in your life. Your perspective about this issue is likely to point you in a new direction. Tonight: Make an important purchase just for you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

See what is happening around a key matter. You could feel limited by other commitments. You might feel as if you can’t get past a certain boundary. Your imagination inspires a key person in your life. Tonight: Stop to purchase a gift or card for a special friend.

Born Today

Soccer player George Best (1946), actress Maggie Q (1979), singer/songwriter Johnny Gill (1966)