HOROSCOPES

What kind of day will today be? To find out what the stars say, read the forecast given for your birth sign.

For Friday, April 21, 2017 ARIES (March 21 to April 19)

Don't be down in the dumps if you feel cut off from others or lonely today. Many people feel this way. It's a quick, passing thing. Relax.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20)

Someone older or more experienced might criticize you today, especially in a group or class. Bummer. Don't take it personally. People say things without thinking.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20)

This is a poor day to ask parents or bosses for a favor, approval or permission. There's no doubt that the answer will be "Talk to the hand."

CANCER (June 21 to July 22)

Travel plans might be difficult today. In fact, someone might squelch your idea for future travel. Discussions about politics or religion might be depressing.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22)

You are entertaining big travel ideas today, because you feel the need to get away from all this. You want to go somewhere where life is big and you're thrilled to be there. Do it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22)

Your feelings might be hurt today, because relationships with partners and close friends are cool and detached. It's just what's happening. Don't make a big deal about it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22)

Someone more experienced at work might be on your case today. They might criticize you or your work. Obviously, avoid this situation if you can.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21)

Children might feel like they are an increased responsibility today, which is naturally hard on you. Likewise, romance might disappoint. Oh well. It's one of those days.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21)

Plans to entertain at home or redecorate might be stalled because of finances or disapproval from someone. Just pull back a little and choose a better time in the future.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19)

You might fall into worry mode today. Remember: "Worry is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do, but gets you nowhere."

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18)

You will be careful with spending your money today, because you feel a bit broke. This is why if you're out shopping today, you will buy long-lasting, practical items.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20)

You might feel cut off from others today, which makes you feel lonely. Many people feel this way today, so it's not just you. It's just this particular day. Tomorrow is a much better day!

YOU BORN TODAY: You set high standards for yourself and others, which is why you work hard. Fortunately, you reward yourself with creature comforts and life's pleasures. You are now heading into one of the most powerful years of your life - a time of accumulation. Whatever you have done during the past will now ripen, because it's your time of fruition. This also is a good year to buy and sell.

BIRTHDATE OF: Queen Elizabeth II, monarch; James McAvoy, actor; Pattie Lupone, singer/actress.