For Saturday, Dec. 27, 2003. Those with birthdays today: Many opportunities drop on you this year. It is clear that your acumen and direction draw others to you. You will excel in communications, though you might decide to learn even more and take a course in this area. If you are single, you will meet people easily; you might choose someone quite exotic. If you are attached, your relationship will flow. Plan on special outings together just for the two of you.

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)

• Out of the ether comes the message: Slow down. Follow that exact message, please. Conversations are best held in private. Tonight: Get a good night’s sleep.

• Aim for more of what you want. You find that others will respond, especially if you open up talks. What is key is to detach from your feelings and not get caught up in them. Tonight: Where your friends are.

• For whatever reason, you will have to slow down today, whether to help someone close to you or to take care of a problem. Tonight: A must appearance.

• Your vision of what would be a perfect day plays out as long as you manifest flexibility and are willing to adapt. The Moon Child can be quite good at this. Tonight: Relax to music or a movie. Just don’t be active.

• A partner plays a bigger role in a decision than you might have anticipated. Working as a team might be more positive than you thought; in fact, you’ll have a great time. Tonight: Togetherness reigns.

• Reach out for others in your immediate surroundings, if someone doesn’t find you sooner. Let your creativity flow and mix with fun. Tonight: Run with plans.

• * You might have a project cooking. Why not get into a conversation while enjoying a preferred pastime? It might be a great time to share more with a family member in this relaxed atmosphere. Tonight: Easy does it.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

• Your creativity and energetic thought process take you in a new direction. Lead others down a special path through dynamic conversations. Tonight: Have a great time.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

• You are coming from a logical point of view, but don’t anticipate that others will agree. People make demands of you left and right. You will meet your responsibilities, and with that extra flourish as well. Tonight: At home.

• Investigate possibilities with a smile. You have a way of helping others feel at home. Express yourself in a meaningful way that helps others understand you. Tonight: Go out cruising.

• Expenses might be out of whack. Aim for more of what you want from a child or loved one. Friendship plays an enormous role in what happens. Tonight: Your treat.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

• You feel rejuvenated now that the holiday is past. What you might want to do is find your friends and get together. Swap holiday stories. Tonight: Help others enjoy themselves.