Astrology: Take a look at your daily horoscope

Happy birthday: for Wednesday, April 12.

This year you make headway in pursuing whatever is important to you. To some people, your conversations seem conflicted. Extremes often occur as a result of your independence. If you are single, you could meet someone anytime from now until fall. This person will be unique, interesting and perhaps even more independent than you are. If you are attached, you enjoy the one-on-one time with your sweetie more than you might acknowledge. Know that it is meaningful to both of you. SCORPIO understands your intensity well.

Aries (March 21-April 19):

★★★★★ One-on-one relating is key to your success and well-being. Please note that a misunderstanding might seem inevitable. Make it OK for others to have different perspectives. These differences are what make life more interesting. Tonight: Help a partner feel special.

Taurus (April 20-May 20):

★ ★★ You’ll feel inclined to go along with someone else’s wishes. Tap into your imagination when working on a project or dealing with a group of people who have very different ideas. You could have difficulty maintaining a cohesive conversation. Tonight: Where your friends are.

Gemini (May 21-June 20):

★★★★★ You could be in a position where you don’t know which way you should go. As you rethink your path, an older as- sociate might offer some words of wisdom. Listen to what this person shares, but know that you don’t need to take his or her advice. Tonight: Time to relax!

Cancer (June 21-July 22):

★★★★★ Your thoughts might be on a special relationship. The emotional content of your life is very important to you. Emphasize the importance of friendship. If you don’t understand what someone is saying, ask a question or two. Tonight: Let the fun and games begin!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22):

★★★★ Confusion marks what is going on. You see the big picture, but you might not understand what someone is saying in reference to the situation. Perhaps the two of you don’t communicate the same way. A partner sparks your imagination with just a few words. Tonight: Head home.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

★★★★ For some reason, you can’t seem to get your message across. Your thoughts and ideas are always practical, but you are not being heard, especially right now. A loved one seems to have an aura around him or her that makes him or her seem ethereal. Tonight: Hang out with friends.

Libra (Sept. 23- Oct. 22):

★★★★ You might wonder which way to go with a personal matter. If you follow your ego and your desires, you could experience a backfire. If you remain open and caring, the response you get is likely to be much better. Confusion surrounds a meeting. Tonight: Where the fun is.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):

★★★★ Don’t push so hard to achieve goals that seem somewhat impossible. Understand that you can’t always get what you want. Rather than cause a disagreement, it might be better to be quiet and listen. Try to understand where others are coming from. Tonight: As you like it.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

★★★★ Don’t hesitate to step back and take a break from a heated situation where there seems to be a misunderstanding. Clearly, you are not on the same page as someone with whom you want to have a conversation. Let it go for now. Tonight: Postpone any big decisions for now.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

★★★ You might not be as clear as you’d like to be about an emotional matter. You tend to have a grin-and-bear-it attitude when you don’t want to talk about feelings. Emphasize a friendship and your long-term desires. Have a chat when the timing is right. Tonight: Where your friends are.

Aquarius (Jan. 20- Feb. 18):

★★★★ If you’re feeling misunderstood, take a step back and consider taking a new approach. Try to screen your calls as you attempt to sort through someone else’s true intentions, especially with regards to shared finances. Tonight: Be on your best behavior; many people will be noticing you.

Pisces (Feb. 19- March 20):

★★ ★ ★ Deal with a partner directly in order to avoid a misunderstanding. Clearly, this person feels as if the two of you are not on the same page. Convincing him or her otherwise will take considerable talent. Don’t get hung up on details. Tonight: Go where you can be entertained!

Born today: Actor David Cassidy (1950), TV host David Letterman (1947), actor Andy Garcia (1956)