Horoscopes

For Thursday, Jan. 6, 2005.

Those with birthdays today: You say what you mean, though you might easily offend others. On the other hand, you could be more sensitive than in prior years. Add humor and a touch of imagination, and suddenly associates respond. You might want to be more playful than you have been in years. Expand your horizons. Children and romance play big roles in the next year. If you are single, you want a relationship. A bond formed this year might be hard to break. Check out your potential sweetie with care. If you are attached, take a touching-feeling workshop together, or a massage class. Help each other relax. SCORPIO helps you zero in on your goals.

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)

  • Working with others proves to be successful. You might feel that others are making heavy demands on you. Remember, you accepted the responsibilities. Tonight: Chill your overactive mind.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • Others tell it like it is. Let someone believe that he or she is right, because you cannot change this person’s perspective anyway. Know when to walk past aggravation. Tonight: Go along for the ride.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • Conversations could be heavy. You cannot avoid an in-depth discussion in which you need to reveal more. You could be uncomfortable, but you will be much better as a result. Tonight: Mellow out.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • Your strong sense of direction pays off. Add your special brand of creativity and ingenuity, and you’ll discover that anything can happen. Be more socially aware. Tonight: Out, but make it an early night.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • Avoid getting locked into rigid thinking. If you must deal with someone who could be stuck, be as gracious as possible. Focus on your home life and the basics. You do make a difference. Tonight: Nap and then decide.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • What you say makes a big difference. A meeting or key person could be somber. You might want to open up discussions, adding a touch of your unique personality. Tonight: Chat over dinner.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • Realize that finances might be stopping you from really doing what you like. Others might be plain difficult. Willingly put in overtime. Tonight: Treat yourself. You have worked hard.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • You are the cat’s meow. Though you might not agree with news or information, you bypass the issue. Express your opinions, but carefully. Take responsibility. Tonight: Plans revolve around you.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • Coming to terms with a difficult situation involving funds and/or an association could be the last thing you want to do. Accept it right now. Tonight: Clear out paperwork.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • Use your innovative thinking to achieve better interpersonal relationships. Take responsibility for your side of a problem. You will find answers when brainstorming. Think of a special person in your life. Plan a surprise for him or her. Tonight: Pretend it is Friday night.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • All work and no play could make you dull. You need to deal with domestic and work-related responsibilities. Get into an exercise program. Tonight: Make your home your castle.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

  • * You could feel cut off from someone you care about. What role did you play in putting up this wall? Talks could clear the air and give you a new beginning. Tonight: At a favorite haunt.