For Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2003. Those with birthdays today: You head down an unusual path this year. You have friends pushing you toward your goals and partners supporting you. Ideas come to you naturally. If you are single, a relationship will drop in your lap. If you are attached, your relationship will build because of mutual goals and expanding your circle of friends. Aries is a good friend.

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)

• You energize those around you. Use your imagination, and others will respond. Your impulsiveness pays off in an unprecedented manner. Tonight: Whatever you want.

• Speak your mind, and others will listen. You might not be exactly sure what is happening behind the scenes. Information might need to come from a more direct source. Tonight: A meeting proves to be critical.

• Realize that someone close might not be in the mood to have the conversation you want to have. On the other hand, you might need to please a boss, or do something strategic. Tonight: A must appearance.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

• You make the right moves at the right time. A child or a creative source could push you hard. Your fiery energy appeals to an associate. Tonight: Off to the movies.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

• Deal with a loved one as a team or partnership. Carefully realize your limits that involve this tie. You might have pushed way beyond them. Tonight: An intimate dinner for two.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

• The key to better understanding is asking questions. Share more by being responsive to others’ questions. What you can trust is that others seek you out on a larger scale. Tonight: Go along with someone else’s plans.

• You’re ability to deliver the work completed takes you in a new direction. Ideas that bubble forth need to be honored. Tonight: Get some exercise.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

• You deliver a far more direct and happening presentation than you are aware of. Listen to someone in the know who could give you excellent insight. You will appreciate the feedback. Tonight: Live up to your playful image.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

• You cannot read into others and their reactions. Remain clear and direct with your dealings. Realize what someone might be saying. Tonight: Reach out for a loved one.

• You frequently act on your ideas in a most impulsive manner, disarming and sometimes shocking others. Do something different. Tonight: Join a friend for dinner.

• * Your finances could be enhanced if you try to do something very different. You’ll understand much more of what’s happening within your immediate circle if you kick back and observe. Tonight: Pay bills.