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 Saturday, Dec. 9, 2017: This year you become more aware of what is not working for you in your life. Be willing to make meaningful changes.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH Look at a problem from a brighter perspective. You might see a new approach, which could benefit you. You can’t always be as controlling as you’d like. Tonight: Get into a fun project.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHHH Your creativity allows more positive interactions to emerge. A partner might be upset not to have his or her way. Extremes become more possible. Tonight: Lighten up the moment.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHH You could be too tired to get upset about someone else’s fussiness. You might not be as sure as you’d like about what this person wants. Tonight: Surround yourself with good music.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHH Keep communication flowing. Reach out to someone at a distance whom you don’t often see. This person might not be very clear about his or her expectations. Tonight: In the whirlwind of living.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH Be willing to let go of concerns. You could find it difficult to concentrate or even have a light conversation with everything that is going on. Tonight: Curb possessiveness. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH You will want to communicate your bottom line to an irritated friend or associate. You might not be sure whether you can help the situation. Tonight: Do not allow anyone to push you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHH You know when you have had enough or are ready to approach a personal matter. You might need some time to lighten the mood between you and a loved one. Tonight: Keep a low profile.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH Mars moves into your sign, making all the difference in what goes on. You could jump the gun or be volatile without realizing it. Your imagination emerges. Tonight: Where friends are.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHHH Your efforts have not been in vain, though you might feel that way. Confusion weaves around you and influences your perspective. Consider your alternatives carefully. Tonight: Out and about.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH You might want to hold back your feelings, but they will come out anyway. You do not have as much control over a loved one as you’d like. Tonight: Where the action is.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH You could be tired of indulging an older relative. Sometimes this person is childlike. You might feel confused by what someone shares; try to gain clarity. Tonight: Accept an offer.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH You could create another barrier between you and someone else. Perhaps you’re not sure how to respond to this person. You’ll need to clarify your thoughts more carefully. Tonight: Remain responsive to a loved one.