Horoscope

By Jacqueline Bigar

Today’s birthday (Monday, Dec. 1, 2014) This year, others see you as a ball of fire. You are a natural risk taker, yet your instincts keep you from veering too far off the beaten path. If you are single, you are likely to meet someone of interest in the next year. Don’t worry— you will know when this person enters your life. If you are attached, your significant other could be taken aback by your spontaneity. Unless your sweetie is controlling, though, he or she will enjoy some wildness. A child could keep both of you very busy this year, as he or she might be full of surprises. Aries often shocks you with his or her words and actions.

Aries (March 21-April 19) Remain optimistic that an idea you have will help move a project forward. You might have a grievance against someone who feels as if you must answer to him or her. Avoid a power play at all costs. A knee-jerk reaction could surprise you. Tonight: Beam in what you want.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) You succeed by relating on a one-onone level with others. You could be surprised by how people respond when they are alone with you, as opposed to being in a group. Use your sixth sense when making a choice involving plans. Tonight: Find out the whole story.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) You’ll demonstrate your ability to identify with others. Your efforts might not be appreciated by a close friend, and you could feel hurt as a result. You might want to express your feelings to this person. Avoid a controlling loved one. Tonight: Go where your friends are.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) You will shoulder more than your share of responsibilities. You might feel overworked or overtired as a result. Make a point of responding quickly to a key associate in your life, as this person will not accept anything less than an immediate response. Tonight: Go till the wee hours.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) You’ll be more than willing to break out of the box. Tap into your creativity when the unexpected occurs. You know how to work with and around surprises. You are driven, in that you feel you must finish your to-do list. Tonight: Act like there is no tomorrow.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Relate directly to a partner who seems tense. This person could become quite controlling in his or her need to keep everything running as smoothly as possible. Encourage a fun outing. You might want to work with him or her rather than fuss over details. Tonight: Go with a fun surprise.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Defer to others, with the knowledge that they might be more invested in the outcome than you are. On the other hand, a domestic matter likely needs to be handled by you. Keep a strong eye on your finances, as there easily could be a snafu. Tonight: Spend time with a favorite person.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) You might feel held back by certain situations and people. Be careful, as you could be accident-prone, especially around mechanical equipment. Use care with your tone; otherwise, you could alienate someone unintentionally. Tonight: Make sure to include some exercise. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You could have a lot more endurance and drive than you realize. As a result, you’ll figure out how to bypass a problem with ease. You might decide not to share too many of your thoughts or feelings. Avoid a conflict about funds. Tonight: Be spontaneous.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 1) You seem to be working at a different level from those around you. An unexpected development on the homefront could toss you into limbo for a brief period. Detach from the situation before trying to figure it out. Emphasize security. Tonight: Head home.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) You might find yourself in a position where you’ll be able to change today’s plans and use your time in a more meaningful way. Try not to swallow your feelings, as they could explode and cause you a lot of anger. Tonight: Go with impulsiveness.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) You could be pushing your limits with a boss, as you might not be interested in hearing any more excuses. Be sure to take care of any additional responsibilities. An assertive friend might be coming from a different point of view. Tonight: Run errands first. The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult. Readers can write Jacqueline Bigar at jacquelinebigar.com.