YOUR horoscope
SATURDAY, JAN. 13, 2018 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)
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Your thoughts might be focused on someone at a distance. Open up a discussion with a friend, and get his or her opinion. Brainstorm in order to find a solution; you’ll be pleased with the results. Unexpected reactions could cause a change of plans. Tonight: Out at a happening.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
A conversation about a potential trip could be somewhat provocative. Some of you might opt to hop in the car and take off on a mini excursion. Getting out of your immediate environment adds to your sense of well-being. Tonight: In the whirlwind of the moment.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
How you see a situation could change dramatically. At first, you might view the matter as being a hassle. Given some time, you’ll decide to jump in and discover how exciting the experience can be. No boredom for you today! Tonight: Accept a close friend’s invitation.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
Emotions run high. Even if you see a chance to change direction, you might opt to stay on your present course. Confusion seems to float around you, and could create an issue. Generally this occurs when someone does not have all the facts. Tonight: Time to paint the town red!
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
You might wish that a situation was less difficult and more rewarding. Talk with the others involved and get some feedback. Opt to direct your energy to matters that support your sense of well-being. A fiery friend is full of excitement. Tonight: Impulsiveness is the theme.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Refuse to be cornered into a discussion about a domestic issue. A roommate or partner might put you down if you do not agree with him or her. Trust your judgment. You might stumble upon a good idea, but perhaps it is not clear yet. Tonight: Seek out excitement.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
An issue arises in your personal life that elicits a negative or heavy feeling. You simply don’t want to discuss it past a certain point. Recognize the unpredictability that you trigger by walking away from a conversation. Tonight: A friend stops by for an impromptu visit!
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
You might question what is going on with a neighbor or relative who seems a bit off. Regardless of whether this person is aware of his or her unusual behavior, listen to what he or she has to share. Invite a friend to a fun happening later in the day. Tonight: Ready for anything.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Be ready to blaze a new path, should the opportunity present itself. A creative and/or impulsive moment could turn a heavy issue into a fun puzzle to solve. A loved one might want more of your time. Hop on the seesaw of life. Tonight: Throw yourself into the moment.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You can do only so much. The time has come to slow down and use this Saturday to rest up. You might be uncomfortable with changing plans, but making an accommodation for yourself is necessary. Do something to restore your energy. Tonight: Let a friend call the shots. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
A lot is occurring around you. Friends seek you out to share news or to help you get a party moving. Make it your pleasure to lighten the mood. Take some time to check in with someone who might not feel up to snuff. Tonight: See the humor in a volatile situation.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
You could be intensely involved with thoughts that have very little to do with the here and now. Schedule a trip or make a call to a friend; otherwise, you could spend the day thinking about this matter. A partner wants to get your attention. Tonight: Be noticed, wherever you are.
BORN TODAY: Actor Liam Hemsworth (1990), TV producer Shonda Rhimes (1970), actress Julia Louisdreyfus (1961) SUNDAY, JAN. 14, 2018 ARIES (March 21-April 19)
What was acceptable yesterday might not be OK today. This feeling might be the direct result of your awareness of your responsibilities. Try not to blow a matter out of proportion, as it is likely that you could be frustrated or angry. Tonight: Know what you have to offer. This Week: Spiff up your image.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
Keep reaching out to a loved one at a distance. Your ability to turn a personal matter around emerges. You might not always like sudden change, yet you don’t fight it. However, the other party involved could have a strong reaction. Tonight: Dinner at a favorite place. This Week: Do not turn away from an exciting opportunity.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
You mix a sense of being carefree with an element of thoughtfulness. You might need this combo to deal with a loved one and his or her reservations about a matter that involves both of you. Decide to be more fiscally responsible. Tonight: Remember to keep to your budget. This Week: Step back in order to see a situation differently.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
You would like to defer a problem to someone else, and you are likely to do just that. This person loves to have control, and enjoys calling the shots. Why not let others do what they enjoy, so that you can free up some downtime for yourself? Tonight: Tap into your listening skills. This Week: A loved one goes above and beyond to demonstrate his or her caring.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
Reach out to someone who often has strong opinions. You might like this person’s suggestions when he or she explains an evolving situation. Look at this interaction as an opportunity to understand where others are coming from. Tonight: Run some errands. This Week: You don’t need a reason to make an appointment. Just do it.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
You might not be ready for a friend’s sense of mischief. You can’t help but react. Just throw yourself into the moment, and you will wind up smiling. You soon will understand why this person relishes the simple happenings in life. Tonight: Where the action is. This Week: An invitation might be exciting, but also could mean a late night.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Stay close to home. You need to be more present, and you could be feeling exhausted. Take a nap if you can. Veg and watch your favorite TV show. Make time for a youngster who would appreciate your attention. Enjoy being with this person. Tonight: Make it easy! This Week: A change on the homefront requires your agreement.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Deal with a financial matter early on, even if it’s as simple as buying a lottery ticket. Once you join a friend, you will barely have any time to think, as you are likely to experience an action-packed few hours. Let some lightness into the moment. Tonight: Speak your mind. This Week: Be prepared to hear someone’s very different opinion.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Be willing to admit when you are wrong about an issue. Others also have strong opinions. Reaching an agreement takes time, mutual respect and understanding. You could casually negotiate this issue and come to a meeting point. Tonight: Weigh the pros and cons first. This Week: Test the waters, and see the results of an investment.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You might not be sure what the best thing to do is. When encountering an unexpected jolt that affects your personal life, you might wonder if the actions you took were the right ones. Accept responsibility for what comes down the path. Tonight: Do whatever you want. This Week: You have an opportunity to express the best parts of yourself.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Reach out to someone you care a lot about. You might feel the need to withdraw and distance yourself. Do, by all means, as you will need all of your energy in the near future. An unexpected conversation could have surprising results. Tonight: Get some extra downtime. This Week: Make a personal decision, but don’t announce it just yet.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
You see what others can’t even imagine. Part of the reason this is possible is that you are not involved. You’ll look at all the actions, reactions and subsequent actions from an observer’s perspective. Make fewer judgments. Tonight: Share news. This Week: Zero in on what needs to happen, then follow through.
BORN TODAY: Actor Jason Bateman (1969), author Maureen Dowd (1962), actress Emily Watson (1967)