For Thursday, May 20, 2004. Those with birthdays today: You become much more direct this year, though you could get major reactions from others. When someone transforms, it forces others to make an adjustment, too. If you are single, the end of September marks an usually lucky period where creativity and/or romance enters your life. If you are ready to settle down, this person could be “it.” If you are attached, you will naturally add the old spice and romance back to your bond. Do favorite activities together.

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)

• Relax more with others, and you’ll discover just how resourceful associates can be. Better communication marks your next few weeks. Curb any wild spending, please. Tonight: Hang out.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

• A partner pushes you hard, especially concerning finances. You could be tired of an iffy associate, but you aren’t going to change him or her. Accept people as they are. If possible, negotiate a better deal financially. Tonight: Treat yourself.

• You are the cat’s meow, but don’t expect someone to respond accordingly, even if the majority of people do. Avoid a power play at any cost. Tonight: What would make you happy?

• Slow down so you don’t make a mistake at work or with finances. In fact, if you can take the day off, please do. You might be happiest with your own company. Tonight: Get some extra zzz’s.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

• Your personality draws many. Your social life and your professional life will benefit. Tonight: Where your friends are.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

• You have strong feelings about what you do. If you don’t like your work or if it doesn’t satisfy your soul, it might be time to consider a change, even if it means going back to school. Tonight: A must show.

• Your ability to detach could eliminate a problem and/or an argument. How someone hears you might be very different from what you mean. Tonight: Invite a loved one to a movie.

• In the next few weeks spend more time with people individually rather than in groups. A family member has a surprise for you, or perhaps you need to do something special for this person. Tonight: Dinner for two.

• It is your call if this day is going to be easy or hard. Lately, the planets have pushed you into a position where you claim your power, so you need to avoid trying to control others. Tonight: Just don’t be alone.

• An investment, be it time or money, pays off as long as you go with the flow. The only person who can interfere with your success is you. Tonight: Work as late as you need to.

• Your instincts guide you, but be careful with a boss or a situation where you must be politically correct. Tonight: Put on the answering machine.