Horoscopes

For Sunday, April 21, 2002, those with birthdays today: You might want to be more conscious of your spending habits. Curb a tendency to spend too much and perhaps take on more than you need to. Slow down this year, or you could find yourself in unnecessary misunderstandings. Your family and the basics need to take priority. You could opt for a home-based business. If you are single, you might have met someone recently. If you are attached, your relationship could grow closer if you both work on your listening skills.

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)

  • Don’t let crossed wires ruin a perfectly good day! Jump over a misunderstanding, keeping a smile on your face. Your gracious attitude helps transform another’s mood. Confusion seems innate at this moment. Listen to a loved one. Tonight: Forget tomorrow. Live now.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • You could be confused by another’s mixed message. Take time to clear out what is going on. Pressure builds within the home front. Work with a loved one or a partner, and you’ll also transform your relationship for the better. Tonight: Snuggle in at home.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • You could be so busy working out your thoughts in your head that you might not be listening. Be careful before pointing your finger in a misunderstanding. Tonight: How ’bout an old-fashion date?

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • Don’t worry so much about an expenditure. You simply might not be able to find a way around it. You might play the smart shopper and get the best buy possible. Tonight: Get a head start on tomorrow.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • You’re all smiles, despite what another might say. An associate or relative could be upset and direct his or her mood at you. Meanwhile, make some plans to get into a favorite pastime or sport. Tonight: Play away.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • Take your time when dealing with another, be it a boss, in-law or loved one. Since you don’t want the War of the Roses, be smart and relax your position. You’re not changing anyone. Tonight: Vanish into a good TV show.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • You might mean well, but another seems to be in the mood to find a problem with every word you say. Pull back and join your friends or do something you really want to do. Tonight: Let the party go on.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • Your happier side emerges when dealing with a child or loved one. You don’t have to go far to enjoy yourself. Intensity marks a financial matter. You might need to make a minor adjustment. Tonight: A must appearance.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • You could be testier than you realize. Develop a stronger sense of self. If you’re tired, own up to it. If you need a break from the day-to-day grind, hop in the car. Tonight: What about that book you’ve been thinking of reading?

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • Allow another to give you more feedback. This person might have a strong opinion about how you’re handling a relationship — maybe even yours! Listen to suggestions. Tonight: You don’t have to go far.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • Let another express him- or herself. He or she will anyway. This person might be close to home or might even be a family member. You discover that you have a lot more opportunities than you realize. Tonight: Skip on out to dinner.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

  • Take your time right now. You could be overwhelmed by what is going on at work and need some downtime. The best way to proceed is to turn on your answering machine, put up your feet and do your thing. Tonight: Order in.