YOUR HOROSCOPE
Saturday, July 8, 2017:
ARIES (March 21-April 19)
Touch base with a loved one who demonstrates his or her caring, but who also often gives you an earful. You have a lot to gain by listening to this person, even if most of the time you disagree. You might want to back away from a heated situation. Tonight: A must appearance.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
Your imagination could kick in and make your work or a complicated situation easier. On the other hand, you might be creating unattainable and impractical goals. Try to add some realism if you do not want to be disappointed. Tonight: Out and about with favorite people.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
One-on-one relating takes you down a path where you’ll gain a better understanding of what is happening. Know that nothing at this moment is written in stone. Be willing to take a risk or two. As a result, your life will become more exciting. Tonight: With a favorite person.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
Reach out to a loved one or several friends with whom you can really relax and be yourself. Conversations are full of fun, and they seem to involve a kind of intimacy that is possible only from knowing each other for years. Tonight: Celebrate the Full Moon.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
You might have a project going that is more important to you than you originally thought, so much so that it could be a distraction. A loved one will become frustrated trying to get your attention. Make a point of taking breaks, and return calls. Tonight: Do what pleases you.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
You might want to put your best foot forward with a close relative or dear friend. The two of you can have a great time together once you let down your defenses. Your inner child delights anyone who comes in contact with you. Tonight: Act as though there were no tomorrow.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Your very social nature demands a lot of interaction with others. However, if you need to partake in an activity by yourself, today is perfect. Once you clear out your to-do list, others will surround you. So many invitations appear. Try to be realistic. Tonight: Stay close to home.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Others seek you out, and you will have many choices. The question is: What do you want to do? The opportunity to take a risk will appear, perhaps with a small push from a friend. Join loved ones at a favorite spot; you won’t believe what you hear. Tonight: Where you want to be.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
If you are maintaining a hectic pace, you must have a reason. You will accomplish a lot, and quickly at that, but remember that it is summertime -- a time to be outside. Get out for a while, even if it’s just to walk along a creek or some other quiet spot. Tonight: Treat a pal to dinner.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Today might present a hassle or two, but know that everything will work out just fine. You could find relationships to be particularly enticing. Use good sense, and honor your desires, and you will avoid problems and obstacles. Tonight: Join a friend, and live in the moment.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
You can accomplish a lot, but you have a tendency to stop, reflect and make careful decisions before taking action. You might spend part of the day with a dear friend who means a lot to you. This person often confides in you, and vice versa. Tonight: Happiest at home.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
You might have plans, but they are likely to be interrupted by friends and/or loved ones who want you to join them. Know that whatever you want to do takes priority. You just need to be clear so that your friends can go off and do what they want. Tonight: Run some errands.
BORN TODAY
Business magnate John D. Rockefeller (1839), actor Kevin Bacon (1958), actress Sophia Bush (1982)
Sunday, July 9, 2017: ARIES (March 21-April 19)
The Full Moon could encourage you to do more, or you might decide to completely withdraw and hide out. You would be welladvised to choose your words with care. Avoid controversy with those in charge or with those who dominate your life. Tonight: Just say “yes.”
This Week: You easily can bypass any roadblocks.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
You hear news that encourages you to pick up the phone and share your opinions. You quickly will discover that many people around you have different opinions and ideas. Consider their views, and be willing to rethink your own perspective. Tonight: As you like it.
This Week: Deal with an irate friend Monday.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
A disagreement could arise between you and someone else. You might not agree on a budgeting issue. Your anger could come to the surface. Recognize that you need to separate your funds, especially if you hit difficult periods frequently. Tonight: Out late. This Week: Do not back off from a problem that involves communication.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
You’ll hear a lot of different opinions, and as a result, it could change how you feel about a recent conversation. Try to keep the discussion a conversation and not an argument, and the resolution will appear much faster. Learn to respect others’ views. Tonight: Stop debating!
This Week: Solutions appear if you refuse to run away from a problem.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
You’ll opt for a quiet day spent at home. You could be in a position where you might want to cancel any activity that throws you into a group setting. You have a lot on your mind. A child or loved one might disappoint you. Tonight: You can say “no” for only so long. This Week: You need to give up control to get results.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
A new friend might steal center stage and want to take control. You could feel as if an important matter needs to be handled, but you’ll need to come to an agreement with this person first. A loved one might be full of him- or herself. Tonight: Be a little naughty.
This Week: An obstacle appears, but you will find a way around it.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Defer to the person in charge. This person might be responsible for a matter that you are involved with. You might want to question where others are coming from. Why not wait until later? Tempers are close to the surface right now. Tonight: The only answer is “yes.” This Week: Allow more creativity to enter your life.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Make a point of calling a friend whom you have not seen in a while. You might be surprised by this person’s news. Conversations are likely to be more important than you originally had thought. If you can avoid a problem, do. Tonight: Happiest at a favorite spot. This Week: If you can lie low Monday, you’ll be able to work through a problem.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Your pace could be unusually hectic, as you want to get a lot of errands done. Is it worth it to run around like this when you could be on the beach with friends relaxing? Decide which event or happening has the most meaning to you. Tonight: Be with the one you love.
This Week: Speak your mind, and others will respond.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
All eyes turn to you. You seem to be somewhat of a force in others’ plans, even if you don’t realize it. Avoid an argument, and just listen. A higher-up might feel as if you have not met an expectation of his or hers. Discussions will help solve a problem. Tonight: You call the shots.
This Week: Price comparisons will be important.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
A lot is happening around you, but you might not want to discuss much of it just yet. You are trying to work through a problem and process some anger or frustration. A relationship or a new person in your life could be the root of the emotions you are feeling. Tonight: Lie low.
This Week: Do not get uptight -just get up and keep going.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
Your friends might be more instrumental to your well-being than you realize. Say “yes” to going to a game of softball or a get-together. Others depend on your presence. Relax and maintain a sense of humor, but observe what is happening. Tonight: Be where the party is.
This Week: Not until Wednesday do you feel up to snuff.
BORN TODAY
Singer Courtney Love (1964), actor Tom Hanks (1956), author Dean Koontz (1945)