your horoscope
BIRTHDAY GUY: Actor Alexis Denisof was born in Salisbury, Md., on this day in 1966. He has portrayed Sandy Rivers on “How I Met Your Mother” since 2006, although he might be better known for playing Wesley Windom-Pryce on both the series “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Angel.”
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep the noise level down. Actions speak louder than words and loved ones are more sensitive than usual to a discordant environment. Go the extra mile to be considerate of your favorite people.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): It isn’t humdrum to hum along with your honey in happy harmony. Your spirits are lifted when there is a special someone or a friend in your life who can easily answer your unspoken questions.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Knowing what you don’t know is half the battle. It is all right not to have all of the answers all of the time. You may realize it is best not to offer unsolicited advice or to offer assurances without facts.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): To get something you’ve never had, you must do something you’ve never done before. Sneak outside your comfort zone to excel at something you have always been too timid to attempt.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A flurry of fun may fulfill your fantasies. Your desire for love and intimacy could be satisfied through family gatherings. A brief stalemate with a partner could be solved by willingness to compromise.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The full moon in your sign might bring out the best in you. Your wisdom begins to shine like the moon. You may begin to realize which people have your best interests at heart and which ones are insincere.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Talk the talk. People might be talking behind your back, but they have only good things to say. You will find firm support from people who appreciate your sincer- ity and willingness to compromise.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Resist the temptation. You’ve learned so much from your mistakes that you might think of making a few more. Don’t waste resources; use time and energies in activities that will pay dividends.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): There is a way out from between that rock and hard place where finances are concerned. You may receive an unexpected bill, but your dwindling resources could be augmented later this week.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You don’t need help finding ways to occupy your time. While others around you may be merely counting the hours, you are able to pluck creativity out of the air and keep yourself gainfully employed.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It is time to get off the fence and take sides with a political or social issue. Your first impulse may be to demonstrate open handed generosity but later this week you will be called upon to pay a bill.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Enjoy being the center of attention. Your charm and keen wit make you popular, as your sparkling personality basks in the light of today’s full moon. Implement “forgive and forget” to improve relationships.
IF FEBRUARY 25 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: Enjoy living out your fantasies in the next four to six weeks by taking a midwinter vacation or getting caught up on your recreational reading. You will find that a comfortable rut is the best place to be during late April and May. By repeating the steps that have brought you success in the past, you can continue to enjoy future success. This may not seem exciting, but sometimes safety and security are comforting. If you hope to make important changes, wait until late July. That is when you will have ample opportunity to break new ground successfully and support from helpful people.