Horoscopes

For Wednesday, July 16, 2003. Those with birthdays today: Resist being overly serious this year. You often come off much more demanding than you really are. Harness your self-discipline and use it to your benefit. If you are single, you could meet someone offbeat this year. If you’re attached, your relationship will curve in a new direction.

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 could feel weighed down by what lies ahead more than by what is happening at work. You could be quieter than usual, especially as you gain new insight. Tonight: Get a good night’s sleep.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • Communications could have a serious tone. A meeting might be a source of excitement or surprise. Incorporate the unexpected into your life. Tonight: Lead the gang.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • You might need some downtime to deal with an impending situation at work. Although you thought you were sure about a certain matter, you discover that a lot goes down quite quickly. Tonight: Burn the midnight oil.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • You might want to take an overview. Not everything is as it seems. In fact, you could be shocked by the information that comes down your path. Rather than react, detach. Tonight: As you like it.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • A partner gives you somewhat stunning news. Use your keen ability to adapt, and you’ll move through this uproar with ease. Don’t be hard on yourself. Tonight: With the closest person in your life.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • Others have been acting in startling and unpredictable ways. You might want to revise your thinking about an important event. Be more forthright with a friend who has your best interests in mind. Tonight: Say “yes.”

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • * Dig into work, accepting new facts. Your ability to adapt and incorporate different types of knowledge makes or breaks you in this present period. Tonight: Soak away stress.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • Your imagination heads you in a new direction. Tap into your creativity at work and/or in your personal life. You have a lot to add. Tonight: Don’t think long-term with a relationship right now.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • Home dominates your thoughts. Check out and investigate an investment; determine whether it’s all that you think it is. Surprising news could come forward, shaking your stability, if you’re not careful. Tonight: Togetherness is the theme.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • You have a way of getting through to others, though you could veer off the beaten path. Associates appreciate your ingenuity. A partner reflects a solemn mood. Tonight: Chat over dinner.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • Deal with finances head-on, as much as you might be uncomfortable with what is going on. You could be a bit down with a work-related situation or just plain tired. Tonight: Treating yourself doesn’t have to be expensive.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

  • The Moon in your sign puts you in a position where the cards are in your hands. Resist a tendency to do the unexpected. Others cannot always deal with your newfound unpredictability. Tonight: Choose from your invitations.