friday’s horoscope
BIRTHDAY GAL: Actress Nicholle Tom, the sister of soap stars Heather Tom and David Tom, was born in Hinsdale, Ill., today in 1978. This birthday gal is known to TV viewers for playing the part of Maggie Sheffield on the hit series “The Nanny.” Tom also lent her voice talents to the role of Supergirl on both the animated series “Justice League” and “Superman.” She has guest-starred on episodes of “Castle,” “The Mentalist” and “Without a Trace.”
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Clock watchers finish last. The weekend draws near, but there is a whole day of work to be done in the meantime. Buckle down; do what is expected of you - and then let your hair down with the gang tonight.
TAURUS (APRIL20-MAY20): Good things come to those who wait. You may feel as if you are simply going through the motions. Your perseverance and hard work will soon pay off. Bending the rules won’t help you in the long run.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Talk it out. Discussing ideas with a close friend or colleague will provide helpful tips to aid you in achieving long-term goals. If business comes first, you can pursue the object of your affection later.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Maintain an opendoor policy. Let acquaintances or coworkers come to you to air their grievances. Feel free to offer advice to make things better. The good deeds you do now will be repaid in spades.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Dot all your i’s and cross all your t’s. Put the finishing touches on your latest project and save new undertakings for next week. You may reach an agreement on a deal but beware of the fine print.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Maintain a high standard. The work you do reflects the kind of person you are. Don’t sully your image with slipshod efforts. Meet challenges head on. It may be tempting to avoid routine responsibilities.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Read between the lines. A new romantic partner may seem too good be true. You should probe for ulterior motives before progressing any further. Let logic be your guide and you won’t get burned.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Spice it up. You can go through the motions to just get the job done or you can add your personal zest to the mix to create a rousing success. Stand apart from the crowd and put your mark on the project.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Beware the unknown. A new acquaintance may seem exotic and exciting - but make sure that they are the real deal before you accept a proposal. Don’t open the piggy bank unless it is absolutely necessary.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Find common ground. You can’t successfully negotiate a deal unless both parties benefit. Discuss your needs openly and be receptive to new ideas. You may need to be flexible due to changing conditions.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t sell yourself short. Make sure that you are getting the most out of an agreement rather than just getting it done with. Stand up for yourself; insist the other party has your best interests at heart.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Look out for a wolf in sheep’s clothing. Pretty words and promises mean nothing if not backed up by action. You will be happier spending time with close and trusted friends than with a new conquest.
IF MARCH 23 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: There may be the urge to walk on the wild side and shake things up in the year ahead. During the next several weeks, you could be motivated by a desire to shake off the shackles of the past and try something new. You could be caught up in achieving a dream and make changes that reflect your inspired need for what you currently perceive to be happiness. August and early September are the best times to make irrevocable changes or decisions, because you will be wiser and wilier than usual. Opportunities that appear then will be worth accepting.