Horoscopes

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, May 16, 2018:

This year you are on life’s roller-coaster ride. Situations could change quickly, especially as you gain new insights. You could feel as if you have no choice at times. Know that you do, but you just have not seen the path yet. If you are single, you could meet someone very special. Take your time getting to know this person. If you are attached, the two of you might struggle over issues. The more you understand each other, the more gracious you can be. Gemini encourages you to work through your problems by discussing your triggers.

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 those around you are full of comments, slights and general gossip. You could be surprised by everything that seems to be happening. The unexpected runs riot through your afternoon.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

★★★★ You might be surprised by all the fussing you see at work. Others could be acting as though they need to take control. Take a back seat for now and be more of an observer. You are likely to take on a tone of unpredictability.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

★★★★★ You get a clear sense of direction quickly. You also gain a deeper understanding of a situation. Sometimes you are taken aback by what you see. Pace yourself, as you have a lot of ground to cover. Your imagination plays a role in your day.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

★★★ Make it OK to feel uneasy. When you know that something or someone is out of kilter, be patient. You will gain lots of insight about what is happening around you. You could be wondering what is needed to handle an ongoing problem.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

★★★★ You are likely to get exactly what you want. Stay level-headed. You might want to understand what could happen when you deal with a friend who can be open and dynamic. Given some time, you’ll gain a better understanding of a higher-up.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

★★★★ Others encourage you to take charge. You could be distracted by an authority figure. You find this person to be demanding and he or she often crosses the line of what is appropriate. Lighten the mood. Make sure you get to do what you want.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

★★★★ Reach out for more information. Your sense of humour emerges when dealing with a child or loved one. This person has a tendency to be unpredictable. Your financial involvement can become unpredictable if dealing with a matter involving a partner.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

★★★★★ One-on-one relating becomes more important when dealing with a money matter. Your sense of humour comes into play when handling the unexpected. You will learn a lot in the next few weeks about the people around you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

★★★★ Defer to others and understand the role that anger and frustration play in your interactions. You will learn to deal with sudden events or surprises and confusing issues. Listen to news more openly. You can clear up a lot of problems if you so choose.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

★★★★ You might want to understand what is happening around you. You need to lose some of the uptightness that you are known for. You will feel much better once you do. Others could be delighted to have you as a supporter or part of the team.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★★★★★ Your playfulness might be difficult to sit on. You could be involved in more than your share of uproar. You might have difficulty sorting through what is realistic and what isn’t. Don’t minimize the effect of sudden changes. Allow your ingenuity to speak.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

★★★★ Stay centred and know what you expect from a loved one. A conversation between the two of you must be done in the morning. By the afternoon, you could be somewhat withdrawn and deep in thought. The unexpected occurs in the next few days.