your horoscope
BIRTHDAY GAL: Actress Lorraine Nicholson was born in Los Angeles on today in 1990. Nicholson has appeared in such films as “The Cottage,” “Soul Surfer” and “World’s Greatest Dad.” She is the daughter of actors Jack Nicholson and Rebecca Broussard. Her first film role was a small part alongside her famous father in 2003’s “Something’s Gotta Give.”
ARIES (March 21-April 19): You can have your head in the clouds while your feet are planted firmly on the ground. Your can-do spirit can ignite a fire within others to follow your lead; your leadership can inspire others to greatness.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Ambitions can collide with cooperation. The people you deal with might equivocate about opinions or unexpectedly question your loyalties. Those in close connection have romance in mind.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Leave things better than you found them. You shouldn’t take things for granted or overlook necessary repairs or maintenance. Even a lateral move can offer some benefits or perks that you did not expect.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): The winds can fill your sails. A change of plans is not necessarily an obstacle to achieving your ambitions. There could be something stirring behind the scene that helps you come out ahead financially.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A hunch should be followed, as it is right on the mark. You can receive notice when performing services for others or when handling finances for yourself, but should wait for better timing for new investments.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Making money is a game that anyone can learn by practicing with board games. Keeping money demands goals, self-discipline and careful due diligence. Avoid get-rich-quick schemes.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.22): Bite your tongue. Someone merely wants to bait you into an argument that you can’t win. Don’t be lured in -- keep your eye on the long-term view and let temporary frustrations go.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Use a passion for perfection sparsely. Make a favorable impression in business with an arm’s-length transaction and achieve deeper intimacy with a favorite someone by being a hands-on participant.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “E” is for “effort.” Even if the odds seem to be against you, take a stab at a new hobby or pastime. A penchant for using ingenious new methods or techniques could earn you an “A” for “aptitude.”
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): When you have performed a job well, you expect to enjoy both recognition and compensation. Don’t be too surprised if your efforts are rewarded by more responsibilities and more work.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): When someone gives you a gift, be sure to show that you are grateful. It may only be a gift that seems insignificant. It might not seem like much to you, but it might be all the person has to give.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Make your move. On the chessboard of life, pawns do not merit the same respect as a knight that can move in several directions. Overcome obstacles and avoid problems with charm and know-how.
IF APRIL 16 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: Ambitions may interfere with your spiritual growth during the next few weeks, so put them on the back burner. Take advantage of advantageous stars and divine guidance in May. That is a good time to launch key projects, ask for favors or improve your life by accepting an offer or an opportunity. Remember that whatever knocks on your door during those weeks might not be what you want, but will surely be what you need. Over the summer settle down to a pleasurable grove that might be less exciting, but promises more stability. Early October is an ideal time to enjoy a vacation or to realize one of your fantasies, for example booking a weekend at a spa.