Horoscope
Happy birthday:
for Monday, Sept. 14. Perceptive, articulate and powerful, you succeed this year by being your most efficient self. Loose ends need tying up, and you begin a new business partnership that is very profitable. If single, you meet someone in November who changes your world. If attached, you’re devoted to your partner, who likewise idolizes you. Watch your impatience and criticism, and you’re guaranteed a lifetime of happiness. SCORPIO knows what you’re thinking.
Aries (March 21-April 19):
★★★★★ It’s your power day, your day to play it your way, so focus on what you want.
You attract financial success if you open your mind to a new approach. You’re playing with power, so be careful not to hurt others. Tonight: Take a chance.
Taurus (April 20-May 20):
★★★★ You have an emotional reaction to an event taking place in your home. You’re dealing with the foundations of who you are and who you are becoming. You could be dealing with parents now or working on a home improvement project. Tonight: Relax.
Gemini (May 21-June 20):
★★★★ A change of scenery would do you good today. You might be involved in a benefit. You see two sides of an issue. You’re feeling creative and express yourself in writing. A short trip works to your benefit. Tonight: Catch up on emails.
Cancer (June 21-July 22):
★★★★ Your organizational skills are highlighted. Hard work is called for now to complete a project. Stay focused and resist any inclinations to wander off to other tasks. Be methodical and thorough. Tonight: Romance takes a back seat for now.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22):
★★★★★ You’re at the top of your energy cycle today. You get a fresh start. Be independent, and avoid negative people. Surround yourself with creative and adventurous ones. Trust your hunches, and don’t be afraid to turn in a new direction. Tonight: Start something new.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):
★★★ It’s best to work behind the scenes today and avoid any conflicts and confrontations, especially with women. Keep your feelings hidden. Unconscious attitudes can be difficult. Clear up a situation at home that has lingered for too long. Tonight: Don’t put off the situation.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):
★★★★★ You have deeper contact with friends today.
You join a group of like-minded individuals. Focus on your wishes and dreams. Examine your overall goals. Those goals should be an expression of who you are. Tonight: Emphasize quality over quantity.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):
★★★★★ You benefit most today as a result of social contacts. Cooperation, especially with partners, is highlighted. Help comes through friends, loved ones, especially someone you work closely with, or a spouse. Don’t rush or show resentment; let things develop. Tonight: No making waves.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):
★★★★★ Today you’re interested in pursuing longdistance travel or education. You enjoy diving into a subject to gain knowledge, especially if it’s related to philosophy, the arts or belief systems. You’re intuitive and in touch with your feelings. Tonight: Appreciating the finer things in life.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan 19):
★★★★★ New opportunities come your way that could involve a partner. Everything is enhanced today, including your psychic abilities. Sex, power, settlements and inheritances play a role. It’s the beginning or end of something. Tonight: Offer support where it’s needed.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):
★★★★ Your focus turns to relationships, business and personal interactions. You could be looking for a new partnership. Women play a prominent role. A legal matter could come to a head now. You comprehend the nuances of a particular situation. Tonight: Go with the flow.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20):
★★★★★ Clear your desk for the new cycle that is beginning tomorrow. Accept what comes your way. Use the day for reflection, expansion and concluding projects. Don’t start anything new today. Attend to details and minutiae. Tonight: Get a good -- and early -- night’s sleep.
Born today: Nurse Margaret Sanger (1879), actress Melissa Leo (1960), singer Amy Winehouse (1983)