HOROSCOPE

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017: This year possibilities surround you, though you might be surprised by a transformation on the homefront. ARIES can be very challenging.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19) ★★★★ You respond well to the various situations that seem to head in your direction. Tonight: Avoid a power struggle at all costs.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★ You will want to be less obvious than you usually are. You might be attempting to get a better sense of direction. Tonight: Decide to play it low-key.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★ Some of you might feel as if you are losing some power when a meeting highlights others and not you. Tonight: Consider starting the weekend early.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★★ You could feel pressured by various circumstances, and might not think that you can make a fast change or adjustment. Tonight: As you like it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★★ Be willing to observe more before you jump to a conclusion. You will know when you have had enough. onight: Say “yes.”

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★ One-on-one relating might stir up some strong reactions. Clearly, you don’t have everything under control. You can’t dictate others’ responses. Tonight: The party begins!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★★ Understand that even if you are clear about what you want, you are better off deferring to others and letting them run the show at the moment. Tonight: Go along with a friend’s suggestion.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★ You could be pushed by circumstances surrounding your day-to-day life. Tonight: Busy, aren’t you?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★★★ You could be more of an obstacle in your own life than you might realize. Over the past year, you seem to have detached a bit and become less upbeat. Tonight: Be as naughty as you would like to be.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★ You’ll want to open doors and be ready for a fast change of pace. Emphasize property, real estate and other immediate concerns. Tonight: Break patterns.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★★ You have the right words, and others can’t help but respond to you. Understand what is happening with a neighbor or close relative. Tonight: Hang out.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★★ Be aware of the costs of continuing as you have been. You might not be comfortable with everything that is happening. Your finances could be an issue. Tonight: Be a little different.