saturday’s horoscope
BIRTHDAY GAL: Actress Drea de Matteo was born in Queens, N.Y., on this date in 1972. This birthday gal plays Wendy Teller on “Sons of Anarchy” and has appeared as Angie Bolen on “Desperate Housewives” and Adriana La Cerva on “The Sopranos,” the latter role earning her an Emmy award. On the big screen, de Matteo has appeared in such films as “Assault on Precinct 13,” “Swordfish” and “Deuces Wild.”
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your competitive nature and creativity are in full flower. You aren’t afraid to force a foot in the door to make a new friend or an extra dollar. Find activities to occupy your hands and your very busy mind.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A need for novelty may blind you to the needs of others. Visiting the theater to see the latest movie or dining at a trendy restaurant might prove disappointing if your companion doesn’t get the same thrill.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Being discreet can’t be beat. Your natural tendency is to be straight- forward and to chatter about everything you know. Confidentiality is a valuable asset today, so you are advised to consider words carefully.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): New friends could tweak your ambitions. Clear thinking and objectivity are required to handle small details and get them out of the way. Partners expect you to handle responsibilities without assistance.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Passion opens the door to opportunity. Dwelling on the past or repeating unsuccessful actions is counterproductive. Be a little more self-sufficient and more passionate about doing the things that give you joy.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Do something to improve your mind. When you find a gap in your knowledge, fill it. Mastering a challenging subject could provide you with a great deal of satisfaction if you stick to it without giving up.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Conquests of the heart might include computer geeks or sci-fi fans. You may be attracted to people who place emphasis on logical processes. Perhaps you and a new someone can play a game of chess.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Get out the eraser so you can begin with a clean slate. Concentrate your energy on fixing past problems rather than starting new projects. Being organized will give you a great launch pad for the future.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Trust your oldest friends. Whether you are standing at the edge of your own personal fiscal cliff, or teetering on the brink of an emotional precipice, they will catch you when you fall -- or teach you how to fly.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Put your life in apple pie order and you will have time to enjoy an extra piece of apple pie. A passing fancy might catch your eye or divert your attention so that you lose track of essential details.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Quit beating around the bush. It doesn’t matter where you start, as long as you do something constructive whenever possible. When traveling on a circle, there is no clear starting point and no ending point.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Brains beat out brawn. Creative intelligence will set you apart from the rest of the pack. You can put a delightful spin on anything you do by doing it with an imaginative flair. Create a favorable impression.
IF JANUARY 19 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: You may be inspired to move your life into the fast lane as this year unfolds. It might be a new group of friends who inspire you to reach higher in February, or a new romantic relationship in March that uplifts your spirits. You tend to have a blind spot where relationships are concerned, so in June you will benefit from the support and advice of wise friends. Ask these trusted advisers for their opinion of a new ambition or romance before proceeding. You may be more determined for material success in the fall. Launch your most crucial plans in October to succeed in your ambitions.