YOUR horoscope

Monday, Oct. 23, 2017:

This year you become more adventuresome. You are unusually fortunate during the next few months. Use this period to forge ahead in key areas. Your emphasis could be on money and security. Create positive feelings for yourself. Discussions often surround funds. If you are single, you attract many different kinds of people. Consider what type of bond you want. If you are attached, the two of you enter a very special year where you feel much more connected than in the past. Your caring nature means a lot to your sweetie. SAGITTARIUS encourages you to take risks.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Working with a partner adds to your strength and sense of wellbeing, even when you do not agree on some things. You invite discussion and differing points of view. The majority of the time, a better idea or decision comes forward. Tonight: Reach out to a friend at a distance.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You’ll listen to a close associate and know that there is value in what is being shared. You can’t help but feel appreciated, even if there is a difference of opinion. You will express your thoughts in a different way so that this person can grasp your ideas. Tonight: Accept an offer.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Check out what is occurring around your daily life. You might see an opportunity come forward. You are feeling encouraged and might decide to start sharing more of your ideas. Make sure that others understand where you are coming from. Tonight: Listen to several suggestions. By Jacqueline Bigar

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You might want to open up a conversation that surrounds a creative project or a new friend. You’ll hear all types of feedback and opinions, whether you are interested or not. Be willing to share more of yourself. Tonight: Squeeze in a walk and some thinking time.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Be willing to take a risk, especially if you hear someone else say that the opportunity seems good. Expect some confusion when discussing your expectations and intentions with a loved one. You might be misreading the situation. Remain open. Tonight: A close encounter.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Defer to others, and be willing to change direction. A challenging situation might present itself. Continue discussing the possibilities. You might feel as if the other party involved is overly idealistic, whereas this person views you as pessimistic. Tonight: Stay close to home.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You communicate what is on your mind in such a way that your opinions are easily accepted. You could be tired of dealing with a confusing matter. You could feel as if your thoughts are being distorted. Do not lose your temper. Tonight: Visit with a friend at a distance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Your creativity emerges when dealing with a money matter. You don’t want to take an unnecessary risk, but if you can handle a loss, then go for it. A loved one is a supporter of yours, and he or she also serves as a great source of ideas for you. Tonight: Do some shopping.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You express a playfulness as well as a willingness to understand more of what others want from you. Someone you respect could be informative. An encouraging friend or family member is likely to inspire you to make the impossible possible. Tonight: Fun and laughter at home.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Seek out advice, and then listen to suggestions carefully. You might not be in agreement, but you will find a way to come to an acceptable midpoint. Try not to make any judgments, even if your intuition points you in a certain direction. Listen to others. Tonight: Make it easy.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Be more forthright. You might not be seeing a financial matter as clearly as you would like to. In fact, someone could be deceptive about a money matter involving both of you. Check facts and figures. Do not sign any agreements today. Tonight: Share news with a close loved one.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Be more serious than you have been. Consider another alternative to a matter involving work. Others look to you for leadership and ideas. Just be yourself, and you will find that everything will work out. Be more descriptive when presenting your ideas. Tonight: Out late.

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Author Michael Crichton (1942), singer/songwriter “Weird Al” Yankovic (1959), singer Stevie Brock (1990)