HOROSCOPE

Aries ( March 21- April 19): You can’t prepare for everything. If you prepare for nothing, you’ll be OK today. You’ll f igure out what you need and go from there.

Taurus ( April 20- May 20): The one who avoids the question is hiding something. It’s the reason that matters most.

Gemini ( May 21- June 21): Of course you want the bigger- than- life enticement being dangled before you. You might not want it under different circumstances. Take yourself out of the situation and see what sticks.

Cancer ( June 22- July 22): Where wants are well- provided for, stagnation sets in. Being deep and wanting more means you’re insatiable.

Leo ( July 23- Aug. 22): In certain friendship circles the levels of disclosure are high, as are the competitive vibes.

You’ve been waiting for your turn to talk, and you should run with it when it comes.

Virgo ( Aug. 23- Sept. 22): You’ll be intrigued by those who talk about common things differently. You’re introduced to a new worldview and may be inspired to explore edgier terrain.

Libra ( Sept. 23- Oct. 23): You realize you have overcome what once would have activated your defenses and ego. You see the game in a thing you took seriously.

Scorpio ( Oct. 24- Nov. 21): Calm people make better decisions. Hold your tongue — also your receipts.

Sagittarius ( Nov. 22Dec. 21): As much as you want to share, the timing s crucial to the development of the relationship. You want to stay in charge of it.

Capricorn ( Dec. 22- Jan. 19): You are like the others in a group in a few key ways that matter. You’re also different. Highlight the values you share for now.

Aquarius ( Jan. 20- Feb. 18): Alexander the Great learned how to govern from Aristotle. As Alexander applied his experience to modify his learning, he surpassed his mentor in knowledge and power. You’ll do the same.

Pisces ( Feb. 19- March 20): It behooves you to create win- win offers. Only when others want to see your objectives met as much as you do will things move.

Today’s birthday ( Dec. 19): You’re the cause for the party, the reason people meet each other, work together and maybe fall in love. You are also the benefactor of your social savvy, your circle enhanced by a steady f low of exciting happenings. You’ll earn through teaching and investing. Virgo and Aries adore you. Your lucky numbers: 40, 15, 7, 22, 48.

Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The horoscope should be read for entertainment.