Horoscopes

For Thursday, Jan. 1, 2004. Those with birthdays today: Always remember: There are no problems — only solutions. Make this your theme this year, and you will be delighted by what happens. If you are single, forget maintaining that status, i.e., you will have to work on staying single. You will meet someone delightful. If attached, don’t sweat the little things, and enjoy each other. Relive some of your special romantic dates and times.

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 might want to chill out and do something that you feel is appropriate for the new year. A buffet dinner with close friends might be the best way to christen 2004. Tonight: Indulge, my dear Ram.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • You delight in what others do. Friends are full of surprises. Get ready — this will be a continuing pattern for several years. Stability won’t be found through your friends. Tonight: You are the cat’s meow.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • You might need to use today to catch up on sleep. You also might need to have a private discussion with a family member who means a lot to you. Finances could be a prime topic. Tonight: Sleep at last.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • Ask for what you want, but don’t be surprised if it arrives at your door in a twisted or surprising manner. Avoid someone who might be rather combative or difficult — OK? Tonight: Still partying?

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • You need to be on top of your game right now. News from a distance could have you regrouping and thinking through a personal matter. You might have a knee-jerk reaction. Tonight: A must show.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • Not everyone looks at a situation the same way you do. Right now you have the luxury of detachment. Though someone’s reaction could throw you off, you do understand it. Tonight: Relax.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • You might find that a loved one could be very difficult and, in your opinion, edging for a fight. Gain a perspective through discussion. You could have a greater impact than you realize. Tonight: Togetherness works.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • Others seek you out en masse. You might want to get something done, and therefore express your frustration a bit harshly. Use your creative streak, and you’ll find the solution. Tonight: Just don’t be alone.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • Have a discussion with a partner or key associate. You are creative and fiery in whatever you do, though you might want to step back to see the end results. Tonight: Slow down.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • Your imagination and creativity come forth. Unexpected news heads your way from a source you might not expect. You’ll like what happens if you stay open. Tonight: Play away.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • Lay low and make this a lazy day, if you can. Just because someone else thinks you should do something doesn’t mean you have to. Don’t get irritated or start the year with harsh words. Tonight: “Easy” is the word.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

  • Your unpredictability could be one person’s delight and another person’s horror. Be realistic about a risk. Don’t let something backfire more than you can afford it to. Tonight: Catch up on a friend’s news.