For Tuesday, April 5, 2005:

Those with birthdays today: Your ways get a strong reception. Others cannot be impassive about you. Your immediate circle of friends could be changing rapidly. Emphasize your independence. Use your insights, which hit like bolts of lightning. Often, you might be more comfortable maintaining a low profile. If you are single, as alluring as a new person might be, you need to check him or her out. This person might not be all he or she seems to be. If you are attached, private time together could be very important. You’ll gain understanding by just being yourself and accepting your sweetie. PISCES can stir up the pot.

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 still have a magical touch, but be smart — keep information to yourself. Give this person space to come forth on his or her own. Revel in the mystery. Tonight: Rest while you can.

• You have a lot going on. Others will pitch in and let you know how very much they admire your actions and ideas. Listen to a friend. His or her reaction could surprise you to no end. Tonight: Hoot it up.

• While facts and people direct you toward a long-term desire, unexpected developments might cause you to regroup. Do you understand what you want out of a public or professional commitment? Tonight: Out late.

• Work with others, understanding that it is better to have them take action believing what has happened is the result of their own ideas. Tonight: A fun idea heads your way.

• Others are full of surprises. Your nerves could be fried if you don’t handle tension well. Join forces with someone you care about. Listen to the other side of a story — OK? Tonight: Go with spontaneous.

• You have pushed and prodded others in a certain direction. Knowing when to put a stop to activities around you will make a difference. Tonight: Try a new hobby. Schedule a class if you want to.

• What spins into your life — be it a flirtation or a wild idea — adds a lot of excitement. Realize more of what you want through sharing your feelings and long-term desires. Tonight: Follow the action.

• Sometimes you might not know what you are dealing with and might be very testy. You can get upset, or you can deal with it coming from a very centered spot.Tonight: Follow the action.

• Touch base with a loved one. Don’t be startled by news that heads your way. You are learning to deal with the unpredictable. A hunch could prove to be lucrative. Tonight: Out and about.

• Express what is on your mind. Others prove to be most receptive to your ideas. Explore ideas rather than act on them, especially concerning money. Avoid risks. Tonight: Gather your bills.

• Your unpredictability punctuates your personality and actions right now. Don’t cause yourself aggravation because of a hunch. Check out a purchase very carefully. You could be paying way too much. Tonight: As you like it.