Horoscope

Today’s birthday ( Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016) This year, your birthday is during a New Moon, which encourages you to be more expressive when sharing your creative mind and your whimsical ways. Many new opportunities open up for you as a result. If you are single, your charisma speaks and others hear it. You are likely to be drawn to someone very different from you. This encounter most likely will occur before mid- September. If you are attached, the two of you benefit from frequent getaways together. You’ll get to act like new lovers once you clear the aggravations of day- today life. Capricorn tends to act like a stick in the mud.

Aries ( March 21- April 19) Be willing to take charge of a situation and run it. Your creativity surges, despite having to deal with a challenging associate. You’ll come up with an unpredictable solution, but be prepared to explain it in different ways in order for others to get it. Tonight: In the limelight.

Taurus ( April 20- May 20) After taking a look at the big picture, you’ll be willing to make an adjustment and move forward with a project. You could see the influences of free thinking here. A new beginning is possible with travel and/ or a foreigner who is also a friend. Tonight: Listen to good music.

Gemini ( May 21- June 20) Your creativity soars after you have a discussion with a key person in your life. Your discussion might encourage you to restructure your finances. Make time for a friend you care a lot about. You could be shocked by what he or she wants. Tonight: The party continues!

Cancer ( June 21- July 22) Your emotions might be more extreme than you realize. Your best bet is not to be the source of any flak. Let others take over that role while you sit this one out. A former sweetheart or potential sweetie is likely to make an overture. Tonight: Out with a favorite person.

Leo ( July 23- Aug. 22) Whatever your project might be, you will not be easily distracted. You could find yourself laughing at a call that heads your way. Though you might be surprised by what you hear, you still must complete what you are doing. Take a nap if need be. Tonight: Get some exercise.

Virgo ( Aug. 23- Sept. 22) 666 You will say what you think, but recognize that you could be asking for feedback without realizing it. You might not appreciate what a partner shares or the feedback he or she gives you. In some sense, this discussion serves as a muse for a new project. Tonight: Act like a wild thing.

Libra ( Sept. 23- Oct. 22) Be aware of what someone else is really saying. This person might be suggestive and flirtatious. You are unlikely to get a direct response. Handle a domestic matter with the knowledge that you will find an unusual yet effective solution. Tonight: Order in.

Scorpio ( Oct. 23- Nov. 21) Return calls in the morning. Share your ideas and caring with someone at a distance. Meet friends and/ or family midday for a late brunch or movie. You might be more nervous than you realize. Refuse to be in a situation that makes you feel less than secure. Tonight: Hang out.

Sagittarius ( Nov. 22- Dec. 21) 6666 Weigh the pros and cons of making a big purchase. You might want to do some research in order to make a solid decision. Getting some feedback also could be helpful. You don’t want to damage your financial stability with a bad investment. Tonight: Make it your treat.

Capricorn ( Dec. 22- Jan. 19) A new beginning becomes possible. You might know where you will enjoy and appreciate a change. It could be a diet or perhaps deciding to approach life from a different mental state. A roommate or parent could shake up the status quo. Tonight: Say when you have had enough.

Aquarius ( Jan. 20- Feb. 18) You’ll continue to want to be invisible. You will find that a friend will do his or her best to get you out of your cocoon. You might have sharp words for this person that could surprise him or her. You are thinking of structuring your life with more private time. Tonight: At home.

Pisces ( Feb. 19- March 20) A friend could push you in a new direction. You might have your mind made up as to which way would be best to go. Give this person the courtesy of listening to his or her suggestions. You could be taken aback by what is happening. Tonight: Go where you want.

The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: 5- Dynamic; 4- Positive; 3- Average; 2- So- so; 1- Difficult. Readers can write Jacqueline Bigar at jacquelinebigar. com.