Astrology: Take a look at your daily horoscope
Happy birthday:
for Friday, March 17. This year could be memorable, with many surprises popping up along the way. You will be able to see others’ intentions more clearly, which will help to ease your curiosity. If you are single, you are likely to meet someone who is quite different and/or exotic. This person will be significant to your life’s history. If you are attached, the two of you could opt for a major lifestyle change. You are open to and intrigued by your sweetie’s ideas. SAGITTARIUS likes to take risks.
Aries (March 21-April 19):
★★★★ You will be pleased to spend some one-on-one time with a special person in your life. Whatever excuse you give to yourself to free up some time becomes nearly irrelevant once you start to relax. Wild ideas hatch late at night. Tonight: Drop in on a St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
Taurus (April 20-May 20):
★★★★★ Defer to a partner or loved one. Though you might not agree with this person’s ideas, you are likely to decide to go with the flow. An associate will define his or her limits and boundaries. Your instincts lead you down the right path. Tonight: Pretend you’re Irish, even if you’re not.
Gemini (May 21-June 20):
★★★★★ You could be left holding the bag, as some of your associates might decide to leave the office early to paint the town green. You will be busy until you head out for the day. Though you might be late to a party, you will feel great having completed all your work. Tonight: Out late.
Cancer (June 21-July 22):
★★★★ Your creativity finds solutions and makes others want to listen. Romance could flood through the door while you are focused on other matters. You might want to make plans to be a bit Irish later in the day. Take a nap if need be. Tonight: Get into party mode!
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22):
★★★★ You are full of fun and likely to start your weekend early. Others depend on your fun-loving spirit to help them maximize today’s celebration. You initially might not feel like ‘’going green,’’ but once you do, you will enjoy yourself. Tonight: Help a friend lighten up.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):
★★★★ You always are so diligent that you can afford to be a bit of a rebel and do what you want today. Do not spend a lot of time weighing the pros and cons -- just do it! Others might notice that you are nowhere to be found. Let others miss you! Tonight: Let the games begin.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):
★★★ Use caution when dealing with funds. You easily could make a mistake financially. Pull back, and take some time away from your usual routine. As a result, you will feel much better. A break today needs to happen, for your well-being if nothing more. Tonight: Indulge a little.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):
★★★★★ You smile from ear to ear, which is quite indicative of being in a period where you feel more in control than you have recently. Understand that something that could be a blunder and a source of difficulty will pass quickly. Tonight: Only do what you want to do.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):
★★★ A lot is going on behind the scenes. Know the facts before you start to share more of what you want. Others will be more responsive than you realize. A money matter could be difficult to tame, as there are some elements you might not be aware of. Tonight: Whatever pleases you.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):
★★★★ Use the daytime hours to the max. Zero in on what you want. A pressured situation emerges around an important meeting. Flow with the moment, and be willing to make an adjustment. You might not want to discuss a personal matter. Tonight: Get some R and R.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):
★★★★ One-on-one relating takes you down a new path. Listen to an adviser who has a strong point of view. You’ll see how clear it is that certain people have a preference. If you are not sure which way to go, stall. Do not hesitate to defer making a decision. Tonight: Be Irish!
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20):
★★★★★ Attempting the impossible might seem futile to many people, but in your case, this is not so. You seem to be able to do what others can’t. Go for the moment. Read between the lines to find out what is going on around you. Tonight: Use your imagination when making plans.
Born today:
Fashion designer Alexander McQueen (1969), actor Rob Lowe (1964), ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev (1938)