Those with birthdays today: You have a way of getting to the point or zeroing in on the core of the problem. Unfortunately, others drop many responsibilities on you this year. Know that you can say no if you want to. Learn to confirm conversations and meetings, as misunderstandings happen all too easily. You cannot be too careful. With your charm and style, you will achieve what you want before Halloween. The remainder of the year, your home life becomes important. Some will buy new homes or move. If you are single, you will meet people easily. Pick your sweetie with care. If you are attached, you will want to work on communicating with your significant other. Take a workshop together. GEMINI helps you get what you 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)

Everyone can get irritable sometimes, but today it seems as if the universe has taken grumpy pills. Focus on what is important to you, especially regarding finances. Double-check all figures. Tonight: Celebrate Friday.

You might think you are being clear, but others have difficulty receiving your message. It’s not you; it’s the planets. Check meeting times. Verify facts. Tonight: The lead actor.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Hide out right now, because you naturally trip over your words. Also, others will tend to misread you or misconstrue your statements. Close your door and get your project or errands done. Tonight: Head home.

You mean well and aim for the general well-being of the whole. Yet somehow there is a money error that could be irksome, if not troublesome, for you. Tonight: Celebrate the weekend.

You might have difficulty separating yourself from your work and responsibilities today. You are called in when there are problems. Complete and straighten out as much as you can. Tonight: Fun begins late.

You might not really get what another person is saying. In fact, you are projecting a lot of your fears or vulnerabilities onto a situation. Listen to exactly what is being said. Tonight: Opt for something different.

Others simply will not back down. They want to have things go their way. A meeting could cause a conflict or misunderstanding. Stay clear if you can. Tonight: Have a long-overdue talk.

Others push and pull to have what they want happen. You might be surprised by what happens if you decide to let others have their way. You need to delegate responsibilities. Tonight: Enjoy the people around you.

Keep your focus and don’t get tied up in any problems that really do not involve you. Others might want to ask questions and get your opinion, then indirectly pull you in. Tonight: Nap and then decide.

Your solution might be workable, but a close associate is testy and difficult. Don’t get uptight. Your good sense of humor could help loosen up the tense atmosphere. Tonight: Welcome the weekend in full style.

* Priorities come forth, especially involving home, real estate and investments. Your creativity might not hit the right solution, because others seem to be out of sorts. Tonight: Run errands on the way home.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Express yourself, return calls and set up meetings. You might need to confirm appointments. Just work with others with ease. Refuse to get irritated. Tonight: Swap war stories with pals.