Those with birthdays today: Your abilities come to the forefront this year. You show a remarkable understanding of finances and investments. Just be careful not to give advice to others, as someone might hold you accountable for a backfire. Into the new year, your home becomes a source of tremendous pleasure. Some will buy a new home; others will remodel. Unattached Moon Children could tumble into an intense relationship in early 2006. Be realistic about the possibilities. If you’re at the right point in your life, this person could be a future mate. If you are attached, the two of you start romping like newfound lovers. Remember cards and tokens of affection. LEO helps you spend money.

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)

Others might not know what they are walking into when they drop in on you. Your enthusiasm might be overwhelming. You can rationalize anything you feel or think. Tonight: Dance your way into the evening.

Your good ideas seem to spill out no matter what you take on. You come from a fundamental position of logic and understanding. Pitch in with others. Tonight: Happy at home.

You say what you think, but what you think could easily change. Your mind pulls a problem apart in many different ways. Laugh and enjoy those around you. Tonight: Invite some pals to join you for munchies.

You have already weighed the pros and cons of an expenditure. You might have also considered the effect this purchase on your long-term security. Allow others to play around with similar thoughts. Tonight: Fun doesn’t have to cost.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

The Moon in your sign gives you more leverage than you think. Your words draw positive responses. You have a very alluring manner that others have a hard time resisting. Tonight: What you want.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Much of what is going on behind the scenes might be exhausting and hard not to reveal. Others know something is up, but you don’t need to let the cat out of the bag. Tonight: Vanish. Don’t follow your normal path.

You have the ability to convince others that you are right-on. You gain through your social skills. Meetings, networking and groups favor you. Tonight: The party is where you are.

No one can steer the helm of a ship like you. You handle responsibilities in such a graceful manner that others seem to naturally go along with you. Tonight: It could be a late night.

A celebration could be in order, as you find unusual answers. Instead of nixing what someone is trying to offer you, go for part of this person’s idea. Tonight: Split town if you can.

Others dominate. Though you might like more say, being the sign of friendship, you might be quite interested in what others come up with. Tonight: Try something a bit daring and new.

Pace yourself, as you might have a lot you want to get done but not enough time. Ask a child or loved one to pitch in. Good communication and camaraderie will be the outcome. Tonight: Don’t push yourself.