HOROSCOPES

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, Dec. 10, 2016:

This year you open up to many new ideas that you might carry into realization. Good vibes often emanate from you, especially when you are not serious. You enjoy living life to the fullest much more than in the past. If you are single, a flirtation enters your life through a friend. You will see a friendship evolve with the romance as well. If you are attached, the two of you embody a lighter and less demanding lifestyle. You still make commitments, but you pick what you want your obligations to be. TAURUS can be very stubborn.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Plans made yesterday might no longer suit you. How you see a personal matter changes with time and some consideration. Avoid someone who could be overly serious; you don’t need to be around a downer. Choose to partake in some kind of holiday ritual. Tonight: As you like it.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You’ll find yourself in the mood to make the most of every moment. You could find a conversation to be taxing. Postpone it, if you can. Opportunities knock on your door. Your biggest issue will be choosing which ones to say “yes” to. Tonight: Honor your desires first.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

You know what works for you and why. You know what is necessary to make a holiday project work well. Discuss your plans with others. Your sense of humor will come out in the evening. A loved one delights you with his or her silliness. Tonight: Don’t push too hard.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You could be in the holiday party circuit. You can’t force yourself to relish every moment, yet today you seem to be able to dive into anything involving the holidays with a smile. Indulge a loved one who has issues with this time of year. Tonight: You choose the activity.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

You like to take the lead in social situations, and you will do just that today. An issue might emerge once you step up to the plate. Ask yourself whether you can honor a fast-changing scenario that might not suit you. You will find the answer soon. Tonight: A force to be admired.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Do some planning, whether it involves staying in town or traveling elsewhere. Start adhering to a stricter schedule if you have errands to run; otherwise, the pressure will become too intense. A call will be important in settling plans. Tonight: Show up at a holiday event.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You could be pressured to do something that your partner or a loved one wants you to do. The stress will build until you complete what needs to happen. Open up conversations with this person, and make sure you are reading the situation correctly. Tonight: At a favorite restaurant.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Complete any key errands or projects that you feel are important. A partner or friend will be wanting your company. This person also might ask for some holiday help. You could be decorating a tree before you know it. Tonight: Stay on top of the moment as best you can.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You could be drained by recent events, plans and projects. Make today your couch potato day. Taking some time off from the holiday shenanigans will rebuild your energy and help invigorate your thoughts for the next few weeks. Tonight: Choose a favorite stressbuster.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Defer to others so that you can handle everything else on your to-do list. Your sense of humor helps a child to be less intense. A discussion about intentions and expectations might be in order. You probably are not on the same page as a loved one. Tonight: Your treat.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Your happiness is tied to a family member’s well-being and happiness. On one level, you could be causing yourself a problem. On a different level, it is important to express your feelings in a viable manner. Tonight: Invite friends over to celebrate; the reason is up to you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

You will want to get out of the house, or wherever you are, and do some shopping. Even a slight change of scenery could make a big difference in how you see the holiday events and errands. Indulge in mini-escapes more often. Tonight: Avoid being overly serious.