Horoscope

Happy birthday: for Friday, Feb. 24. This year you find that a caring and sensitive style works best for you. Others seem to respond to your soothing demeanor. At times, you’ll need to withdraw from others. You could choose to do some volunteer work or sign up for a yoga class. If you are single, you tend to attract people who are emotionally unavailable. Take your time getting to know any potential suitors. If you are attached, the two of you benefit enormously from a few days away together. You act like new lovers as a result. AQUARIUS reads you cold. Aries (March 21-April 19): ★★★ Your upbeat nature comes out in meetings and when dealing with friends. Completing or initiating any project will lead to success. Understand what is happening with your associates. You could be irritated by someone’s comment; be smart and let it go. Tonight: Out late. Taurus (April 20-May 20): ★★★ You feel renewed as you step up to the plate. You finally will get through a project or take the lead at the office. Listen to your advisers; they are on your team and are your supporters. You might not always agree with them, but they have excellent advice. Tonight: In the limelight. Gemini (May 21-June 20): ★★★★★ You have the desire to break a pattern. A well-meaning friend could push you to do what he or she wants. You tend to let this person get away with this behavior, but this time you might question the validity of having him or her as a friend. Tonight: Enjoy some exotic company. Cancer (June 21-July 22): ★★★★ You could be out of whack as you try to handle a personal matter. Listen to what a partner shares. Understand that this person’s thoughts are coming from a caring place. Detach in order to see the big picture; your decisions might change as a result. Tonight: A force to be dealt with. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): ★★★★ You might be overwhelmed by a new friend’s feelings and consequent sharing. Think through your feelings before you get any deeper into this relationship. Open up to new possibilities, and know that some could be risky! Tonight: Say ‘’yes’’ to an invitation. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): ★★★★ Recognize what is happening between you and someone else. You might not be as aware of this person’s effect on you as you think you are. Your drive and responsiveness might be drawing a boss closer to you, as he or she likes what he or she sees. Tonight: Happy at home. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): ★★★★ Others come forward and finally are willing to discuss their feelings. At first, you might feel cornered. However, in time you might decide to open up more. Try to be as diplomatic as possible. Your creativity surges. Tonight: Go along with someone else’s suggestion. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): ★★★★ A family member wants you to dedicate some personal time to him or her. Do your best to fulfill this person’s request. If you discover that you have issues you need to discuss, you might find that a new approach works best. Tonight: TGIF with co-workers and/or friends. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): ★★★★★ You know you can be charming, but you might not always act like it. Today, however, your charisma shines through. As a result, loved ones, associates and friends all respond much more favorably to you than they have in the recent past. Tonight: Be more playful. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): ★★★ Use today to relax. You might decide to spend some money on your lifestyle. You seem to be more concerned about the quality of your life than you used to be. Open up to a family member who would like some more attention and time with you. Tonight: Order a favorite treat. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

02/24/17

★★★★★ You’ll note a difference in how people approach you. You could be unusually busy and focused. You might find others’ responses to be more positive than usual. A loved one seems set on clearing the air between you. Listen to what he or she has to say. Tonight: All smiles. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): ★★★★ You could be tired and withdrawn from others. You need to do more sharing and talking with a dear friend who often chooses to speak openly with you. One-on-one relating might be difficult, as you will need some time to yourself. Postpone a get-together. Tonight: Say ‘’yes.’’ Born today: Boxer Floyd Mayweather (1977), businessman Steve Jobs (1955), painter Winslow Homer (1836)