Horoscopes

For Saturday, May 8, 2004. Those with birthdays today: You need to pull back more frequently and detach, especially if you find yourself down and out. You could be overly serious this year and need another perspective. Also, how you view a situation could make a big difference in how you feel. Enroll in a class to specialize or enhance your knowledge. Make yourself a specialist. If single, a romance will walk into your life. This person helps you grow and develop in a new direction. If attached, perhaps your sweetie can help you get over feeling down. In any case, it will pass. It doesn’t have anything to do with your relationship.

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)

  • Pressure builds, even if you just want to hide out. Others have expectations that you would prefer not to fill — so don’t! Tonight: Go home soon.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • Discussions take you into another realm. Perhaps, if you give up your serious manner, you will flourish. Tonight: Something different.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • You might feel a bit tight financially. Being with someone you enjoy and care about doesn’t take the National Reserve to finance. Tonight: Togetherness feels good.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • Don’t allow your seriousness to stop you from enjoying your life. Others seek you out, wanting your company. Let go of worry, and greet those who care about you. Tonight: Accept an invitation.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • How you handle a friend or loved one could change substantially. Let go of worry and greet friendliness with a more open attitude. You don’t always need to be the center of attention; you can do something nurturing and caring for someone else. Tonight: Flow with the moment.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • Letting go could be a bit more difficult, as a friend or key person could be challenging you left and right. Find the apple of your eye, who might be a child. Tonight: Where the fun is.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • You could be pushed by a family member who sometimes handles you as if he or she is superior. Follow through on what you see as important.Tonight: Rent a movie.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • Reach out for a friend at a distance, but don’t take his or her unavailability personally. What is happening is that he or she needs to work through a problem. Tonight: A casual dinner.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • A friend or loved one might feel financially cramped. The question is, how much do you want to treat, pitch in or loan. Be honest with yourself. Tonight: Indulge.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • You’re up for nearly anything, but others could rain on your parade. Please don’t let this happen. Remember, it is your weekend, too. Tonight: Wherever you are, there is a party.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • Take your time deciding on your plans, especially if you feel sick or tired. You might need some time to recharge your batteries. Tonight: A little mystery intrigues others. Just do your thing.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

  • Where your friends are is where you want to be. Follow through on what is happening. Get into something fun and loosen up. Tonight: Play the night away.