Albany Times Union

HOROSCOPE

- By Jacqueline Bigar

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: This year you often find yourself in the throes of one problem and stumbling right into the next. You somehow resolve each problem successful­ly and with ease. If you are single, you will meet someone through your circle of friends. Know that this bond is likely to develop slowly. If you are attached, the two of you evolve to a new level of understand­ing. The two of you might opt to remodel or update your home. Make it an adventure. Pisces senses a new closeness between you and a loved one.

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) ★★★ What you feel and what you think don’t really coincide with what you are being told. You might want to express your opinion and see what happens. You might opt for a change to your image, as it likely could cause you to be more confident. Tonight: Host a spontaneou­s party.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★★★ You might not have expected to glimpse nirvana this weekend. Whether you’re single or attached, it appears that Cupid is in your neighborho­od. You are likely to be grazed by his arrow. Frolic the night away, and let the excitement perk you up. Tonight: Your imaginatio­n runs wild.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★ You might need to cozy up at home. You’ve had a very hectic schedule as of late, and likely need some downtime. In fact, if you do not need to leave your home, don’t. Allow yourself to read a favorite book or watch a favorite show all night long. Tonight: Choose a stress-buster.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★ You could be overwhelme­d by calls, inquiries and all the potential plans that surround you. You will feel overloaded until you commit to a set plan. Be reasonable in making a request of a friend or neighbor. This person is likely to respond in kind. Tonight: Avoid feeding into gossip.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★ You have an undeniable charm that draws people toward you. It seems like they feel as if you have something they don’t. You are simply more poised and willing to take more risks, or at least so it seems. Make a point to reach out to a loved one. Tonight: Let the fun begin.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★ You could have a difficult time deciding what to do, as others seem to be in the mood to join you in whatever you do. You might not want people around, as your plans could be quite personal. Learn to say “no” without hurting anyone’s feelings. Tonight: Accept an offer.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★ You might prefer to have a quiet day at home by yourself. You have paid a toll this week, as you seem to have been everywhere and pitched in when needed. Center yourself, and follow your dreams. Discuss a long-term goal with a friend. Tonight: Be mysterious and unfindable.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★ Emphasize your friendship­s and your goals. You might be quite content to just kick back and relax at home, as you have been very busy trying to achieve a key goal. Smile and stay open to what others have to say. Tonight: Where you are, a party erupts.

SAGITTARIU­S (Nov. 22Dec. 21) ★★★ You could feel pressured by what you think you should do, and might focus on that instead of pursuing what you really want to do. Tonight: Reach out to a close loved one.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22Jan. 19) ★★★ Be willing to read between the lines when dealing with a friend at a distance. This person looks at life much differentl­y from how you do. As a result, both of you gain understand­ing from your conversati­ons. Tonight: Opt for the unusual.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★★★ You might wonder what is going on with a close friend or associate. Your perspectiv­e changes radically when you opt to have an important talk. Staying in sync, or at least understand­ing where the other person is coming from, is key. Tonight: Paint the town red.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★★★ Defer to others, especially a key partner. You might not feel as if this person truly understand­s where you are coming from, but you’ll still want to let him or her to take the lead for now. You will be able to change direction soon enough. Tonight: Be open to a suggestion.

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