Horoscope

Happy Birthday (Nov. 18): A realistic view of the past will help you make wiser choices moving forward. Your numbers are 3, 11, 20, 26, 31, 34, 42.

Birthday Baby: You are charming, accommodating and helpful. You are resourceful and astute.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Emotions are welling and need to be channeled. Concentrate on something you love to do, or make plans with someone you enjoy spending time with. Romance is highlighted. ★★★

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Gather information. Check out courses and the qualifications required to do something that interests you. ★★★

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Opportunity is apparent, but not all opportunities are equal. Don’t lean toward an offer that sounds too good to be true. ★★★★ Cancer (June 21-July 22): It’s OK to do your own thing. You don’t have to bend to what someone else wants. ★★

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Short trips, physical activities and spending time with like-minded people should round out your day, but before you get started, make sure you are fully aware of the cost involved. ★★★★★

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Someone close to you will overreact. Plan to do your own thing. A kind gesture at the end of the day will be welcome. ★★★

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Stewing about something won’t fix the problem. Formulate a plan and execute it wisely. ★★★

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Encourage changes at home. Clearing a space that inspires you to be more creative or doing something that is conducive to self-improvement or fitness is favored. Do your own thing. ★★★★★

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll have barriers to cross when dealing with friends and relatives. Those you think you can trust will let you down and share information you don’t want revealed at an inopportune time. Listen to your heart and protect your reputation. ★★ Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Size up what you’ve been doing all your life and consider what makes you content. Put together a plan that will thrust you into a daily routine that is satisfying and gratifying. It’s up to you to bring about change. ★★★★

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Listen to what others suggest, but don’t be a follower. Be innovative and build your future based on your likes and dislikes, not what someone else wants you to do. ★★★★ Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Do something creative, helpful or that makes you feel good. Limit conversations to avoid being misled about how someone feels. You need some time and space to figure out what’s best for you. ★★★