Horoscope

The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Thursday, Oct. 12, 2017: This year you open up to new ideas. You will learn to deal with different feelings more easily in the next 12 months.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH The unexpected could occur, and although you will be able to adjust well, others might not. Understand what is happening around you. Tonight: Head home early.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHHH You will express yourself with enthusiasm. You have the creativity and will power to achieve the results you desire. A child or loved one could prove to be quite the distraction. Tonight: Visit with a friend or two.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHHH You could be in a position where others depend on you. Know that you aren’t able to fulfill all of someone else’s needs. Try to help this person become more independent. Tonight: Off shopping.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHHH Be more forthright, and remain responsive to someone else taking the lead. Others come forward who appreciate your authenticity and compassion. Tonight: Be more available.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH

You could be instrumental in a discussion. You might want to focus on certain details before taking action. The unexpected continues to be a theme in your day-today life. Tonight: Consider calling out tomorrow. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH You see new possibilities to a long-term goal. A partner or close associate offers feedback that could lead to quite the revelation. You might want to understand where this person is coming from. Tonight: Where crowds can be found.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHH You might want to defer to someone who has a better grasp of a situation. A partner still seems to be able to surprise you with his or her behavior. Tonight: Join friends at a favorite spot.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH Be more sensitive to what is going on. Attempt to grasp what is being said, and seek out answers to your questions. Tonight: Take a minitrip.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH Deal with an associate directly. The attention you give to this person might prove to be quite flattering. A boss could be suppressing some anger. Tonight: With a favorite person.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHH Refuse to take someone else’s criticism. You might be wondering what it would be best to do. You and this person have very different views. Tonight: Decide who, what and where.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHH Opt to tackle some chores. You will feel great when you are done. Expect some criticism. Do a better job of affirming your similarities. Tonight: Touch base with a loved one.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHHH You might want to discuss a set of plans. Investigate what happens with different scenarios. You might want to follow your desires. Tonight: Clear out some chores.