HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday, May 7, 2017:

This year you have the good fortune of drawing many caring people toward you. You will enjoy your day-to-day interactions much more as a result. You feel more included in the group that you are involved with at work or in the community; you are part of the team. If you are single, you attract many different types of people. Date for a while before making a commitment. If you are attached, don’t allow your sociability to take away from the warmth of your bond. Make a point of including your sweetie more in the various areas of your life. LIBRA expresses his or her caring in a light and easy way.

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 feel as if you want to defer to others. Note that this feeling is unusual for you. A caring mood around you allows your inhibitions and tension to leave you. Your optimism comes through and helps a loved one make a decision. Tonight: All fun and games.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You feel more connected to a co-worker or friend. You run into this person often in your day-to-day travels. Decide to open up your conversations and get to know this person better. You are likely to discover that he or she has a lot in common with you. Tonight: Put up your feet.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Your playfulness delights one particular person in your life more than others. Make a point of spending time with him or her, whether it is over brunch or enjoying a fun event together. Your sense of connection with this person is enhanced. Tonight: Let the fun continue.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You could be at a point where you need to relax more and not let the many different interactions around you stress you out. To some, it might seem as if you’re channeling your sixth sense, as you often have a dreamy, faraway gaze. Tonight: Invite family and friends over.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

You have the right words to ease tension. Make calls to those whom you don’t see often. Make plans to meet up with someone very soon at the halfway point between your two locations. You could be surprised by how excited you are about seeing this person. Tonight: Let it all hang out.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You might want to break a long-term pattern that sometimes causes you to distance yourself. If you don’t feel that you can match up to others financially or emotionally, you’ll decide not to join in. Give up insecurity. Tonight: Treat yourself to a favorite meal.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You certainly are in the swing of the moment, and you seem to be enjoying all the social interactions. Someone from a distance is likely to surprise you with a call. Be positive, and do not take someone’s nervousness as a negative sign. Tonight: The good times continue.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

If you had your choice of where to go and what to do, it would be to cocoon or take a lazy day at home. Why not make it happen? A close friend or loved one might miss you, but know that he or she will appreciate a well-rested and puttogether you. Tonight: Do your thing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You have a way about you that brings your friends closer to you. Someone has a lot to share, but he or she might question how to start a conversation on a particular topic. Remain open, and offer any helpful feedback you have. Tonight: Forget tomorrow; live it up now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Defer to others and gain a firm understanding of what is going on with an older person or family member. Do not shut this person down with a question or comment; instead, try to identify with him or her. Keep your judgments to yourself. Tonight: Leader of the gang.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You need to break past the filters in your thinking, as they prevent you from seeing the big picture. Understand where others are coming from by walking in their shoes. Give up some beliefs for the moment as you try to identify with them. Tonight: Be near great music.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

You find that going along with others is much easier than sometimes giving your own opinions a voice. Understand that everyone comes from a different point of view. Tonight: Opt for some personal time with a loved one.