For Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004. Those with birthdays today: You have a way of anchoring in on what is important. Your priorities surround your home and personal life. You want to do the right thing, but you also are frequently overwhelmed. You need to talk to a partner or special roommate about your long-term objectives. If you are single, you will meet someone who encourages you to settle down, though you might not do it overnight! Get to know this person better. If you are attached, your relationship will benefit from an increased warmth and a need to make decisions as a team. You get what you both want.

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)

• Take your time choosing your words, because you could put your foot in your mouth, creating a very awkward moment or two. Opt to take some time alone to relax. Tonight: Vanish.

• Friends mean well, but whenever you make plans, a key partner gives you reasons not to head in that direction. Sit down and have an important, long-overdue talk. Tonight: Think as a twosome.

• Others look to you for organization and ideas. You might not want to be in that position, where others can nix or agree with your suggestions. Disengage if possible and make your own choices. Tonight: Out and about.

• Take the high road while others quibble about this and that. You might want to let go of the routine and head in a totally different direction. The question remains: Why not? Tonight: Go for exotic.

• You might want to rethink plans that involve your family and your personal life. A reversal appears in sight if you tap into your imagination. Tonight: Be the playful Lion.

• Others seek you out but cannot come to a conclusion despite all attempts. You opt to stay close to home, even if there is a certain amount of tension. Tonight: Let the action be at home.

• You might be driven to get a job done. Whatever is going on, you could be overwhelmed. Messages come in from many directions. You will need to confirm exactly what you expect. Tonight: Let plans change.

• Your imagination takes you in a new direction. You weigh the pros and cons of a personal desire or issue. You might not be able to come to a conclusion immediately, but you will eventually. Tonight: Make it your treat.

• Your family wants all of your attention. Giving them what they want could turn your plans upside down. Tonight: Invite others home.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

• What you think is going on might not be what is really going on. You might be suspicious. Keep asking questions without adding an angle or bias to them. Tonight: At a favorite spot.

• Friends might have ideas that could cost you more than you want. Discuss with your pals a good way to have fun without draining your piggy bank. Tonight: Indulging doesn’t mean spending.

• Your personality is on high, and others respond in many different ways. You might not realize it, but often you make a friend or two jealous. Tonight: As you like it!