Horoscopes

For Sunday, Feb. 20, 2005. Those with birthdays today: You have a strong sense of direction this year. Your creativity isn’t up to snuff until late fall. Ask for more feedback. Seek out experts or other resources when stumped. Often, you will be closed down, which you might not recognize. Listen to feedback. Become more self-aware. If you are single, you might find a playmate to be too much of a drag. You might not be in sync with each other’s needs. Your mind and heart open up late fall, allowing new people in your life. You are more likely to meet someone during this period. If you are attached, the two of you will want to cement your bond even more. A new addition is likely if you are at the right age.

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)

  • Your efforts need to be steady. Your firm but caring approach will make a difference. Don’t hesitate to establish ground rules and boundaries. You will find life more peaceful. Tonight: A favorite dinner.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • You have a firm tone that tells people: I am not kidding. As a result, others act, rather than defer any issue involving you. Take command, pushing key situations ahead. It might be time to pick up the phone and contact that person you are ignoring. Tonight: What you want, where you want.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • Handle your finances with directness and finesse. Your ability to say “no” can make all the difference. Be willing to say it. You will feel a lot better about yourself as a result. Make a point of sharing your feelings. Tonight: A must appearance.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • You might be too serious or on overload. Listen to someone at a distance. He or she might be trying to open your mind. Tonight: As you wish.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • Know sometimes that the less said, the better. Your usually sunny personality disappears. Don’t worry; you will be yourself within a day or two. Lean on others rather than be everyone else’s fortress. Nap or walk, but do something for yourself. Tonight: Read a good book.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • Realize your limits within your present circle of friends. Knowing when you might want to bail out could make a big difference. You might be overwhelmed by others’ demands. Time out! Think about your long-term objectives. Tonight: Talk to a special friend.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • Your smile might not warm up a proverbial cold fish. Understand that you are not going to change this person. If you have a problem with him or her being in your life, then wave goodbye. Stop putting yourself in the middle of a power play. Tonight: Get a head start on tomorrow.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • Plans change. Others appear to be less than friendly. When to say “enough” and head in another direction is your call. Understand and claim your power. Recognize a dead end for exactly what it is. Tonight: Let go.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • A partner most definitely will rain on your parade. Try as you might, there will be no pleasing this person at this time. Your laughter and point of view help many gain perspective. One cannot laugh unless one has detached. Tonight: Think “taxes.”

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • Others seem contrary and difficult. Actually, someone might need to pull away for emotional reasons. Though you wonder what is motivating this person, you need not dwell on the negativity here. Tonight: Do what you want.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • Recognizing your limits could be instrumental to your well-being. If you are tired, simply say so. You have pushed way beyond the call of duty. Tonight: Get extra zzz’s.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

  • * Sometimes you can be a bit put out by others’ demands. Right now, you need to ask for what you want. A child or loved one is touchy. Tonight: Don’t think, and you might be pleasantly surprised.