TODAY’S HOROSCOPE

IF DEC. 9 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: Employ innovative ideas and techniques to get what you want. Too much boasting will work against you. Support your suggestions and plans with facts, and make it a point to deliver. Reputation is everything, and this year in particular you will have to work to maintain it. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21): Rumors will circulate if you haven’t been honest with someone. Caution must be taken while traveling or dealing with authoritative individuals. Giving the wrong answer will result in trouble. Protect your reputation. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Finishing what you start should be your main objective. You will feel relieved and in the mood to celebrate with someone you love once the work is done. Make an impression by planning something lavish. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19): Size up your situation and make decisions based on your findings. Don’t let your emotions lead you down the wrong path. Change can be good if your motives are pure. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20): You will have a creative way of dealing with personal matters. Your actions, consideration and affection will play important roles in your day. Love and romance should take precedence over more humdrum matters. Show how much you care. ARIES (March 21-April 19): Prepare for the festive season. Financial gains look promising, with many contracts, settlements and winnings heading your way. Travel plans will give you the incentive to tie up loose ends. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Make a point to share your thoughts, plans and feelings with someone special. The support you receive and the input that’s offered will give you the momentum you need to reach your goals. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take on a challenge, but don’t underestimate any opponent you face. Positive change is heading your way. Prove that you are responsible and ready to handle whatever challenge you encounter. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Getting together with old friends or reminiscing about the past will spark new enthusiasm and lead to the revival of hobbies and activities that you used to enjoy. Romance is encouraged. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Bide your time and focus on jobs you have left unfinished. Being productive will make you look good and help you avoid troublesome emotional encounters. Listen to the voice of experience. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Uncertainty will plague you. You should delay making a decision if you have doubts about the situation. It’s better to be safe than to appease someone who’s taking advantage of you. Treat yourself to some pampering. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Taking a trip or expanding your knowledge will spark interest in an unusual vocation. Consider your options and how you can turn something you love doing into a moneymaking venture. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22): Don’t be afraid to be different. It’s your special way of doing things that attracts interest and attention. Romance should take priority. An offer is heading your way.