YOUR horoscope
Saturday, April 28, 2018: ARIES (March 21-April 19)
A low-grade feistiness surrounds you, no matter which way you turn. Your temper could flare up. You inadvertently might snap at someone you look up to, or vice versa. Honor a need for fast changes, and funnel your energy into a pastime. Tonight: Say “yes” to an offer.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
Play it relaxed, as others seem to be frantic for some reason. Someone could lose his or her temper over a change of plans. Emphasize detachment from stronger emotions. Come to an understanding about what triggers you. Call a dear friend. Tonight: Finally, time to relax.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
Your creativity perks up when dealing with a partner. You could feel challenged by circumstances out of your control. That feeling might be more in your mind than in reality. You need more feedback than you are getting from a loved one. Tonight: Lighten up the moment.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
You might opt to stay close to home -- that is, until you have to deal with a key person in your life who is controlling and angry. Make it OK to take off; you don’t need to put up with this kind of behavior. Some of you might decide to change your plans. Tonight: Live in the moment.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
Speak your mind, but don’t be surprised by some of the outrageous responses you might receive. A partner’s mood is out of his or her control. This person might not be up for discussing what is bothering him or her. Encourage a conversation. Tonight: At a favorite restaurant.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
You might not be sure how to handle a money conversation. You know how you want others to think, but you also want them to express themselves. You could be exhausted by what is going on with a child. You are likely to witness a lot of disorder. Tonight: Indulge yourself.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
You will make a difference in a personal matter. You might be too tired to continue as you have been. Take a break from the hectic pace for now. It’s important to isolate yourself from some of the uproar happening around you. Tonight: Your wish is someone else’s command.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
A retreat from reality might be appropriate, as many people around you seem to be out of sorts. Remain optimistic, despite being on the receiving end of someone else’s negative behavior. Ignore the fumes surrounding this person. Tonight: Choose a favorite spot to hang out at.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
A friend or loved one is likely to get under your skin, and before you know it, a feistiness could emerge. Make plans when you’re feeling energized. You will be happiest going to a movie and dinner. A baseball game would work well, too. Tonight: Let someone else pick up the tab.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You could be in a situation where you are too tired to continue down a certain path. How you handle a parent or older person might not be the most diplomatic. Refuse to get into a feisty, sarcastic argument, as it will be impossible to undo. Tonight: Put on your dancing shoes.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Reach out to someone at a distance whom you don’t often get to see. Put yourself in a position where you do not need to listen to anyone’s negativity or grumpiness. Go to the movies, a concert or a sporting event. The less said, the better. Tonight: You are the leader of the gang.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
Keep reaching out to a close friend or loved one. Your positive attitude will pay off when dealing with a neighbor who can be outrageous. You might not be interested in hearing all about this person’s ups and downs. Accept people as they are. Tonight: Choose a favorite pastime.
BORN TODAY
Actress Penelope Cruz (1974), actress Jessica Alba (1981), author Harper Lee (1926)
Sunday, April 29, 2018: ARIES (March 21-April 19)
You might hold off on making an important decision, at least for now. Make time for a favorite person who understands you well and will enjoy some extra time with you. Avoid being so seriousminded, especially when discussing a potential trip. Tonight: Opt for togetherness.
This Week: Clarity marks the start of your week.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
Touch base with someone at a distance. Important news heads your way. You could feel as if you are being pulled in two different directions. You can handle various opinions and diverse ideas. You could feel the push and pull of a situation. Tonight: Respond to an offer.
This Week: Others seem conflicted a good part of the week.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
Your playfulness will be apparent early on, but the fatigue from your hectic schedule will wear on you as the day goes on. Make it a day to stay close to home, until and unless you change your mind. A partner who has been difficult seems to lighten up. Tonight: Take care of yourself.
This Week: Regroup, as you have been slightly out of kilter.
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
Defer to others. A loved one lets you know how much he or she wants to be a bigger part of your life. Your imagination is on fire. The Full Moon today could keep your day exciting, to say the very least. A partner could be re-evaluating recent happenings. Tonight: Be very playful.
This Week: You feel close to others, despite an unnatural sense of confusion.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
Stay close to home. You might be more relaxed than you have been in a long time. Be imaginative when dealing with family members. Do yourself a favor and refuse to get involved in any arguments that arise. Entertain from your home rather than go out. Tonight: All smiles.
This Week: Try not to exacerbate a tense situation.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Speak your mind. Be as clear as possible when dealing with a sibling and/or close relative. Be careful about getting into a bad cycle of gossiping. You will feel better if you make an effort to contact a close friend. Tonight: Try to understand where someone else is coming from.
This Week: Be direct, no matter what happens.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Be careful with a risk involving a financial matter. You could feel overloaded, as you have so much to do. Take your time making an important decision that could affect a long-term desire. Keep a strict eye on spending, and be sure to count your change! Tonight: As you like it.
This Week: Speak your mind, but also be a willing listener.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
You feel very different in the morning than you have as of late. You are empowered by a situation that is changeable. Extremes occur, as a Full Moon dominates the day. Emotions and logic seem to oppose each other. A relationship could take on a new haze. Tonight: With a favorite person. This Week: Curb a tendency to be overly strict.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
You might feel as if someone is pulling on you and causing you to get into a funk. Listen to your inner voice, and follow through on a particular challenge. You could be exhausted by the high volatility surrounding this Full Moon. Play it low-key. Tonight: Get some extra R and R.
This Week: Not until Thursday will you feel like your normal self. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Emphasize friendship as well as your long-term desires. It might be exciting to juggle all the opportunities that come through on this Full Moon. Take your time before making a decision. You could be weighing the pros and cons of a bond. Tonight: On the Ferris wheel of life.
This Week: You might stumble, but you will be OK.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Tension builds between you and others. It might feel as if you are experiencing some unusual pressure. You also might be juggling work-related issues as well as a domestic matter. Try to avoid making a decision just yet. Assume a holding pattern. Tonight: A must appearance.
This Week: Note that there is a change in the air.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
Reach out to someone at a distance. Work through a problem without so much concern about the ramifications. Some people might not be happy with your choices. Remember that everyone is entitled to his or her opinion. Different views are natural. Tonight: Off to the movies.
This Week: You become mellower as the week goes on.
BORN TODAY
Musician Willie Nelson (1933), comedian Jerry Seinfeld (1954), actress Uma Thurman (1970)