YOUR horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, March 9, 2019:

This year, you will be unusually expressive and direct. As a result, others will respond to you differently than they have before. If you’re single, this development could make your love life warm up considerably. However, don’t push any relationship to move faster than its normal pace. If attached, you like the privacy and relaxation that you experience during oneon-one encounters with your sweetie. ARIES might criticize your style. Honor who you are.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Once again, your mood could be determined by your dream life. If so, you could feel restricted or pushed. As a result, you might decide to change your plans. Once you do, you could find that you’re off on an adventure. Tonight: Hitting a home run, no matter what you do.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Much goes on behind the scenes. You might not be ready to share what’s occurring, except with a close loved one. One-on-one relating is emphasized when both you and the other party feel valued. Tonight: Opt to be a duo.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Even if you’re not seeing the person in question, a friendship will tend to occupy your attention during most of the day. You might be hoping for a change between you and the other party. Accepting this person and the status of your relationship as he or she is would be best. Tonight: Where your friends hang.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Take charge; decide what your plans are and who you’d like to invite to join you. You might be aware that several of your friends will follow your lead. You need to wear out your inordinately high energy. Tonight: Enjoy being the lead player.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Reach out for a friend at a distance who you generally don’t speak with. Make it a point to chat more often with this person. You enjoy him or her and relax naturally when connecting. You laugh a lot together. Tonight: Try out a new type of cuisine.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Deal directly with a partner who you care about. At the moment, a child or a flirtation could be difficult. You might choose to distance yourself from or rethink your attitude toward this person. You can count on a family member who is there for you. Tonight: An old-fashioned date.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Once again, defer to a partner or friend who seems determined to call the shots this weekend. You might be happy to get out of the house and join a pal or two. Tonight: Don’t be surprised to find yourself at a spontaneous party.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Focus on a project that you want to get done. At the same time, you’ll enjoy some quiet and possibly solitary time at home. You relax and get another opportunity to rethink a financial decision. Think, but don’t act. Tonight: Be easygoing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You cannot and will not contain yourself. Your delight at the weekend and being with a loved one outweighs all considerations — even concern with your budget. Be careful! Tonight: Let the party go on.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your concern continues to focus on your home and domestic lives. You might want to work through a reticence on your part

to really get into a situation. Be willing to reveal more of your thoughts. Tonight: At home.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Reach out for a neighbor or relative who you care a lot about. You have a great time together but rarely schedule time together. A friend might suggest inviting this person to a happening that the two of you are going to. Tonight: Let the party go on.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Opt to be less possessive of another person. Remember that everyone has his or her own uniqueness and issues. You might envy this person, but you don’t know the problems that exists in his or her life. Tonight: Make it your treat.

BORN TODAY: Chess master Bobby Fischer (1943), cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin (1934), fashion designer Andre Courreges (1923)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday, March 10, 2019:

This year, you often act as though you’re the most confident person in the world. This stature is natural for you. Your intuition guides you. If single, you have many potential suitors from whom to choose; however, remember to have a concept of the type of relationship and person you desire. If attached, you seem to enjoy conversation and company with your sweetie. At times, you could find that squabbles break out. Let them go; accept your differences. You could move or remodel your home. In that situation, your relationship will renew. GEMINI knows how to trigger you — and does!

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Use care with finances. Don’t allow your spending to get out of control. You might not even realize that you’ve gone overboard until after the fact.

You will tend to follow your instincts. Tonight: Treat a friend to dinner.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You perk up and finally feel more like yourself. You could surprise someone with your demands or requests. You might be out of sync with an older friend or relative. Express your friendship. Tonight: Others will follow your request. Just ask.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

You suddenly might opt to make today a lazy day. Unfortunately, your immediate circle might not know of this plan and could be reaching out for you. Screen calls. Follow your instincts with an older person. Tonight: Order in.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Zero in on a friend who might like to spend some one-on-one time with you. When you call, you might even surprise him or her, but this person will be touched and delighted by your invitation. News from a distance could confuse you. Tonight: Among your friends.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

You could receive a surprising call from an older friend or relative. You opt to accept this person’s invitation; however, on some level, you will be on new ground. A partner might not get the essence of what you’re doing. Tonight: Curb spending, especially when done to please another person.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Be willing to look beyond the obvious. Some of you might need to totally escape the here and now by going to the movies or taking a day trip — whatever clears your mind and allows you to think. Tonight: A partner inspires you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

One-on-one relating could help you be more in touch with your values as well as a partner’s. You might gain through a sudden realization. You may want to do some thinking. Pace yourself. Relax. Go to a relaxing happening. Tonight: Togetherness works.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Defer to a loved one or close friend. He or she will be delighted and surprised to call the shots for one day. Your imagination delights a child or a new friend. A partner might become jealous. Be careful. Tonight: Living life intensely.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) You might be more imaginative and creative than you think you are. You could be upset about a slow realization involving your family or a domestic situation. Don’t take this insight as a final statement. Tonight: Letting your hair down.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) When questioning what needs to happen, refer to basics. You know what makes you comfortable. A child or a loved one delights in spending extra time with you. Your instincts will guide you. Tonight: Hang out with a loved one.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Be aware of what a family member wants and needs. You could be very tired and not content with news that’s coming forward. Resist totally cocooning, and invite a pal to join you. Not every weekend has to be wild and exciting. Tonight: Make it easy.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Your instincts carry you through any hassle that might head your way. You could hear unexpected news or have an unanticipated problem with your vehicle, your cellphone or another form of communication. Tonight: Chill. Keep your perspective.

BORN TODAY: Actress/musician Carrie Underwood (1983), actor/martial artist Chuck Norris (1940), actor Jon Hamm (1971)