Horoscopes

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, Feb. 17, 2017: This year you might feel that if you detach and try to understand where others are coming from, you will be able to make a difference — not only in their lives, but also in yours. You are likely to gain professional clout as a result. If you are single, you are likely to meet someone of significance before winter 2017. This person will walk into your life without you having to make any kind of effort. If you are attached, share more of what is going on with your significant other. Scorpio admires your ability to get along with others.

The stars show the kind of day you’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19) You might discover early on that communication seems to be slightly off-kilter. You have the ability to bridge this gap, if you so choose. After a conversation where you feel as if you have spoken more clearly, you’ll see the potential for change.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You love being the topic of conversation, especially if it is all good. Many eyes turn to you, as you seem to make waves wherever you go. Know that several people do not hear you clearly.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Someone knocks on your door early in the day. Though you might want to stop and get together with the other person, certain demands and calls force your hand. Let the other party know where you’re coming from. You find an associate or partner controlling.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) You have a way of presenting yourself that has many people thinking you are their best friend. Try not to push yourself so hard. Know what you expect from someone else. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Personal matters take a higher priority than you are used to. A misunderstanding could throw your day into chaos and might create

some anxiety, especially if you don’t clear it up immediately.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Count on having to make the first call about a situation that does not work for you. You might feel misunderstood. Once you clear the air, romance surrounds you. Don’t hesitate to move a personal matter forward.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) You need to have your income on the plus side in order to feel comfortable. You might want a loved one to be more proactive about sharing expenses. Perhaps you need to say something rather than just wish for it to happen. A friend could add to the confusion.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) You have the ability to communicate and the understanding to turn a situation around. A misunderstanding in the morning does not need to continue throughout the day.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) The less said, the better. Know that someone with whom you are engaged in an intense discussion might not understand your words or gestures. Listen to this person. You also have the choice of not making a big deal of what is happening.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) You are likely to change your tune because of a meeting with a friend. You’ll witness how easy it is to have a misunderstanding occur. Others might be so fired up that straightening out a misunderstanding or having a talk could be close to impossible.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) You could be at the point where having a discussion seems to be the fastest way to clear up a misunderstanding. Be as clear as possible. Show compassion through your actions, and count on others noticing.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Be willing to vary your approach and conversation, depending on whom you are speaking with. Perhaps you have little choice but to revise your thinking about a certain friend. This person could be transforming in front of your eyes.