YOUR horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018:

This year you open up to different ideas and experiences. Travel or a foreigner could play a role in these events. If you are single, you could start quite a flirtation with someone from a different culture. Avoid a commitment for a while because of the differences between you. If you are attached, the two of you open up to a different type of cultural experience and revel in the changes. You become much closer as a result. SAGITTARIUS pushes you to get more out of life.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Keep reaching out to someone you care about. You will be touched by this person’s response when the two of you finally connect. Perhaps you’ve postponed making this call, yet you see how needed it was. Your insecurities might emerge. Tonight: Do something totally new.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You can make a difference in someone’s life by sharing more. What might be a dream to you now could actually become a reality. Ask yourself if you’re ready for that experience. Sometimes a new path, regardless of how desired, can be frightening. Tonight: As you like it.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

You can make a difference where it counts. You also can decide to pull out of a difficult social scene. In many ways, the people around you are somewhat deceptive. Many of you will need to change or add to your circle of friends. Tonight: Say “yes” to an offer if it feels right. CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Not every weekend can be a big social happening. Use the calmness of the day to bring the family together and cook a favorite meal. Laid-back periods are essential to your well-being. Make it OK to invite a friend to join you. Tonight: Throw yourself into the moment with gusto.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Tap into your inner child when interacting with a loved one. When you free yourself from constraints, you give the other party permission to do the same. Be more caring in the way you approach others in general. Tonight: Let the world know how wild the moment can get.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.22)

You might be best served by planning on a few low-key days. A domestic issue could arise from out of nowhere -- or so you think. The issue has been hovering over you and the other party for a while, unnoticed by you. Expect to get an earful. Tonight: Don’t react just yet.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

No matter where you turn up, you seem to get a reception like a rock star. Play the scene out if you want. Going home might be a downer after this experience. You might get into the groove of popularity a little too much. Be more realistic. Tonight: In the whirlwind of living.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You might be overcompensating without realizing it. You often walk a tight line with boundaries and with how much to give. Look within yourself to see if you’re comfortable with what you’re doing. Tonight: Time for a longoverdue discussion with a close loved one.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Your sense of well-being allows you to cross boundaries that others might distance themselves from. Allow your sense of humor to emerge when dealing with a loved one who has distanced himor herself. Remember to honor this person’s needs. Tonight: Be yourself.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Do your best to view a situation in a new light. Have a conversation or two with people who won’t hesitate to tell you how and why they disagree. The broader your perspective is, the greater your chances are for resolving the issue at hand. Tonight: Choose a favorite pastime.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Be more forthright in what you do and say. A new friendship is likely to develop. Ask yourself what you want from this person. You might be biting off more than you can chew, especially if you are attached. Tonight: Wherever you are, a spontaneous happening could erupt.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Listen to what a loved one thinks, as he or she carries clout in your immediate circle and/or family. Deal with this person by acknowledging his or her importance in your life. Lighten up the moment and invite a friend out for a meal and maybe a movie. Tonight: A must appearance.

BORN TODAY: Singer/songwriter Ashanti (1980), football player Jerry Rice (1962), singer/songwriter Paul Simon (1941)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018:

This year you have unusual options appear on your radar. How willing you are to take risks will determine whether you take a leap of faith. Information you gather will be critical to your decision-making process. If you are single, you could meet someone exotic yet seemingly unavailable. You’ll have to decide if your first impression was correct. If you are attached, the two of you decide to accept an unexpected opportunity that drops into your life. Boredom will not be an issue this year. CAPRICORN always suggests that you avoid making changes.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Don’t throw caution to the wind, or else you could be quite upset by the end of the day. Though you have been adventurous as of late, you need to remain focused right now. Remain open and caring. A new person in your life could be a handful. Tonight: Out till the wee hours.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) One-on-one relating could be enhanced by your ability to open up at the right time. Some people see your quietness as stubbornness manifested. Others see this behavior as you being a good listener. Don’t avoid a serious conversation any longer. Tonight: Chat the night away.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) One-on-one conversations are favored. In any case, you come to respect others more as a result. Don’t hesitate to reveal more of what you’re thinking. The other party could be unusually serious, but this attitude may have nothing to do with you. Tonight: Visit over a cozy dinner.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Others will make the first move. What might concern you is the tone of a loved one’s voice. Don’t read anything into this, as it likely has very little to do with you. Be open, nurturing and supportive, yet allow the other party to call the shots. Tonight: Join your friends for a fun outing.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Pace yourself, as you can do only so much in one day. A long-overdue conversation could be difficult but necessary. Honor your needs. If you’re tired, take a nap. If you’re bloated, go for a walk. Do what you need to in order to feel better. Tonight: Opt for an early bedtime. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Your creativity surges. Don’t allow a loved one’s closed-down attitude to get the best of you. Your friendly ways open up new doors, despite this person’s negativity. An associate might feel threatened by your decision to broaden your horizons. Tonight: Ever playful. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You come from a more solid background and perspective than someone you are dealing with. Nevertheless, you will have to work as a team if you are going to succeed. A domestic issue will resolve itself only through a compromise. Tonight: Act as if there were no tomorrow.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Make calls early in the day, as some news you hear could encourage you to change your plans. You might have a hard time explaining your decision to a sibling or close friend. This person simply doesn’t want to hear it. Use your charm, if you need to. Tonight: Chat away. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Pace yourself, and share more of what you want to happen from a financial agreement. Pull away from a personal issue if you’re taking a risk. Is the outcome worth it? Only you can determine that. Open up to a different type of thinking and behaving. Tonight: Subtle works.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

A child or loved one is full of surprises. You might have thought that you’d seen it all until this particular scene unravels. Try not to be unusually stern or serious. Lighten up the moment and recognize how quickly this issue will pass. Tonight: Whatever knocks your socks off.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Use the morning for a key discussion or any other matter that needs dealing with. You could feel somewhat taken aback by what happens in the afternoon. Say little and listen a lot. As stuck as someone might appear to be, your words will have impact. Tonight: Vanish while you can.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

You might need to deal with an older friend or relative in the morning. As the day goes on, you will make plans to join friends at a game or some other place you often meet. Your levity and sense of humor will put you in a positive mindset. Tonight: Out with loved ones at dinner.

BORN TODAY: Singer/songwriter Usher (1978), fashion designer Ralph Lauren (1939), actress Rowan Blanchard (2001)