HOROSCOPES

SATURDAY, OCT. 10 Happy Birthday: You have options. Don’t let a lack of confidence or the influence of someone else hold you back. Don’t limit what you can do because you are feeling guilty about a relationship. Clear up unfinished business and air your true feelings, enabling you to make personal or professional progress. Your numbers are 4, 12, 19, 26, 33, 37, 44.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put everything you’ve got into your personal endeavours. Bring about positive change with someone you love. Don’t scrap over small issues when you should be doing your best to get along. A commitment should be made.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put love, socializing and doing what you enjoy most at the top of your list. Spending time with friends, youngsters or your loved ones will brighten your day and spark a creative idea that is geared toward building fond memories.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Personal changes will be met with opposition. Use your intelligence to outmanoeuvre anyone who stands in your way. If change is what you need, you will have to make your dreams a priority.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You’ll do better if you get out of the house and congregate with the people who share your interests. Attending a conference or setting a destination that brings you tranquillity and joy will bring about favourable encounters and food for thought.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Put your wallet away and protect your belongings and investments. Focus on how you can cut corners. The less overhead you have, the less worry you will harbour.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be sure you have every detail covered. The way you present who you are and what you can do will attract someone who has the potential to improve your future. Romance will result in an offer you cannot refuse.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Size up what you are facing personally and professionally and schmooze your way into a position that will give you freedom to pursue your own dream on the side. Don’t give up on something or someone you love.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Proceed with confidence. Broaden your scope and entertain the thought of expanding your business or improving your qualifications to meet the standards required to get to the top of your field or to master something you love to do.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Refrain from overstepping your bounds. You will make enemies if you promise one thing but do another. A relationship will take a turn for the worse if you spend too much time paying attention to everyone else.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Get involved in joint ventures and invest. There is money to be made and collaborations that will interest you. Put a plan together and shoot for the stars.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Pay attention to what everyone else is up to. Offer suggestions that will put you in good standing with someone you want to spend more time with. Keep your plans a secret until everything is in place.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Surround yourself with creative people. An opportunity to partner with someone will allow you to take your skills and ideas to the next level. A relationship will grow into something very special. Birthday Baby: You are determined, honest and loyal. You are intense and original.

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dale Earnhardt Jr., 41; Mario Lopez, 42 SUNDAY, OCT. 11 Happy Birthday: Keep an open mind when others make changes. The less said, the easier it will be to incorporate what you want to do without being criticized. Revisit your past plans to see if there is anything you can update and recycle. A combination of talent, skills and ideas will lead you in an interesting and entertaining direction. Your numbers are 6, 10, 17, 24, 30, 32, 49.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Mix business with pleasure. Attending an industry event or touching base with a colleague during off hours will help you. Avoid situations that have the potential to lead to conflict.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You will impress someone with a little extra effort and affection. Travel and entertainment plans will help turn your day into an adventure. Share your feelings and you will find a way to reach your goals with help from your friends.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): At times, it might feel like you are moving backward. Lighten up and use your keen observational skills to outmanoeuvre anyone who tries to steal your thunder. A commitment will lead to a change at home.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t make a decision that will cause discord with someone you love. Focus on getting along, making compromises and coming up with a plan that will satisfy everyone involved in personal changes you are planning.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Get involved in activities that will help you meet new people or improve a relationship. Use your persuasive abilities. A promise made will bring you one step closer to a deal.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Online job prospects look inviting. A change in direction will motivate you. Put love on a pedestal. A little affection will go a long way.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Keep your plans a secret. Avoid disputes at home or with loved ones. Be rational, act calm and look for solutions that don’t compromise your beliefs. Think outside the box and you will find provisions that will help you make positive personal changes.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Send out your resume. What you do to expand your vision and what you have to offer will make a difference. Don’t be afraid to be different. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Love and romance will not go as planned. If you want to impress someone, it’s best to be honest about who you are. Giving a false impression will backfire.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Check out investment opportunities. Put time aside to take better care of your health. You will be giv- en an opportunity to foster a longterm commitment. Take advantage of it if it will give you more down time.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put everything in order and map out how you want things to unfold. Don’t let anyone take over. Protect against swindlers or those trying to bully their way into your life. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You’ll be pulled in different directions. Don’t lose sight of what you want. A change is in order, but a disciplined approach to building your dream and finishing what you start must be put into play. Romance is encouraged. Birthday Baby: You are creative, intelligent and talented. You are productive and curious.

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Michelle Trachtenberg, 30; Trevor Donovan, 37 MONDAY, OCT. 12 Happy Birthday: Stop procrastinating. Put your energy behind making the changes at home that will ease your stress and make your life more enjoyable. Put an end to any unsavoury conditions you’ve been tolerating. Helping others can be rewarding, but helping yourself should be your top priority. Your numbers are 3, 10, 19, 27, 34, 36, 47.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Forget about what everyone else is doing and concentrate on your responsibilities. Completing tasks should be your goal, along with bringing about personal changes that will improve your relationships.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Network, socialize and let your voice be heard. A proactive approach to life and love will result in success and happiness. Don’t waste time trying to figure out the impossible. Take the path that welcomes you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Problems will arise if you exaggerate or underestimate the extent of a job. Use your insight and intelligence to figure out the best route to take.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Giveand-take will help you avoid criticism. As long as you keep things equal and do your share, you will be given greater opportunities and support. Don’t let emotions take over.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Something you least expect will come from an unusual source. Be gracious and do your part to show that you are worthy of what’s being offered. Your concern and help will be appreciated. Don’t hold back when you can make a difference.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Before getting involved in any sort of partnership, do a background check. Someone will offer you only the positive aspects of a deal and expect you to make an instant decision. Trust your intuition and protect your assets, reputation and position.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t let the past haunt you or cause you to make a poor decision. Change may be needed, but before you decide to let your emotions lead the way, consider past experience. Consider your motives.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A chance to advance is in the stars. Don’t sit back — do everything you can to connect with the right people and show the unique ways in which you can make a valuable contribution. Spontaneity will capture others’ attention.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don’t brag, overdo it or make unrealistic promises. Take a stance and live up to the expectations you set and the commitments you make. Listen to what others want. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Avoid anyone who exhibits instability. Go it alone and put everything you’ve got into your own ideas. Romance will improve your personal life and lead to a positive lifestyle change. Problems with travel plans and communications are prevalent.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Look ahead. Someone you least expect will surprise you with information that will change your mind. Follow your intuition and avoid making mistakes.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A chance to explore new avenues will surface. Don’t let negativity stand between you and the people you want in your life. Love is highlighted. Birthday Baby: You are progressive, intelligent and practical. You are popular and thoughtful. CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Josh Hutcherson, 23; Bode Miller, 38; Kirk Cameron, 45