Horoscope

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The definition of what constitutes family varies, depending upon who is asked. As far as youre concerned today, the biggest, broadest, most inclusive one works for you. Relatives, friends, and pets are all covered by the umbrella of your welcome. The spirit of kinship is felt even toward the winged and four-footed visitors to your yard or vicinity.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Its no huge shock if something doesnt go exactly as forecast today with so much unpredictability in the air. If youve anticipated the likely need for improvisation, youre able to maintain a steady pace even if those around you seem a bit thrown. Use twists and turns to sharpen your aim or improve your game. It could be that once the ripples of surprise settle down a bit, you can emerge in a position thats better than where you started. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The time is right for climbing out from beneath a pile of paperwork today. All the math skills you can muster come in handy as you make fast work of organizing bills, receipts, and your budget. Be sure that the numbers youre crunching are accurate now. Double-check or triple-check if thats what it takes.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A drifty, dreamy mood puts you in touch with the softer side of your personality and prompts you to seek out another who shares a similar outlook. Whether consciously or subconsciously, the like-minded are drawn together today. The result could be a warm chat, a step forward in friendship, or maybe even romance. But be cautious about leaping into anything complicated as your mindset is different in evening hours than when the day began. Indulge your imagination but dont confuse illusion with reality.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Delays tend to get on your last nerve today, even those that are selfcreated. Carelessness, forgetfulness, or procrastination have sneaky ways of catching up with you, especially when expected least. Nothings dished out that you cant handle, although its possible that a reschedule or do-over might be necessary before mission accomplished can be declared. Confidence builds in proportion to the amount of control you assert over personal affairs. Patience is an excellent best friend.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Demands that come at you from all sides need to be properly prioritized today. Its impossible for any one person to be all things to all people so dont buy into any guilt trip being sold by someone trying to convince you otherwise. Declare independence from energy-sapping ties that bind and rightly focus your attention on the essentials that really matter to you and to those in your care. With shrewd judgement and keen intuition, unnecessary worries can be left in the dust.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): When two camps of thought at work or within your career field are at odds, your natural inclination is to stay out of the controversy. But that might be easier said than done today. Youre capable of charming everyone involved, or of successfully serving as a mediator. Yet those may not be roles that interest you now. Theres a mischievous side of your personality that would just love to be a spoiler, but acting on that impulse could upset an entirely new applecart. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take the reins when it comes to steering your career trajectory today. Its important to get the run-up to a meeting or event correct. If preparations are treated with proper attention, its possible for things to proceed without a hitch later in the day or in the evening hours. Your status matters more to you than youre willing to casually let on. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The powerful products of your imagination speak to others on a soulful level today. Areas where your personal objectives and current events intersect provide opportunities for creative growth and prosperity. The work involved in turning an idea into a tangible reality is worthwhile in multiple realities. Even if its not something that materializes all at once, the process itself can be an amazing and fruitful journey of its own. Being receptive to the unknown opens doors to new worlds.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Relationship dynamics left languishing in limbo may beg for attention today. There might be a matter of crystallization or closure that needs to be addressed before each party feels good about moving forward. Whether its a breakup, a make-up, or something in between, loose ends tend to remain that way until someone takes a constructive step toward tying them up.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A courageous step taken in the direction of a dream leads to plenty of hard work before generating any rewards. When your idealistic nature is stimulated, youre willing to push forward no matter the labor involved. If there are charitable, humanitarian, or ecological benefits produced via your toils, thats all the better in your opinion. Evening hours bring out a longing to spend special quality time with a loved one or a secret crush. The right companion inspires you to strive to be your very best.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar 20): Chameleon-like qualities allow you to fit in nearly anyplace you go today. However, its not like youre being false. No way, no how. On the contrary, its the authenticity of your adaptable nature that makes you such a splendid guest, visitor, or adventurer. But as at home as you are on unfamiliar terrain and when meeting new people, its still imperative to be alert to red flags. Get a second opinion from a trustworthy source if youre not sure what to make of a person, place, or thing. Clarify and verify.