Horoscopes

For Thursday, Oct. 20

Those with birthdays today: You might not realize how much excitement surrounds you, as you have a rather vibrant personality. Just the same, your daily life takes on an element of unpredictability, which might shake up many, but you will enjoy it. Your instincts will always be right-on. Follow them. You could be a bit more serious-minded than in the past. You will get what you want, but will need to work hard to achieve the results. If you are single, a relationship might be like cement. Think before you leap in. Extracting yourself might be close to impossible. If you are attached, you might carry a lot of the responsibilities of the bond. GEMINI helps you think through issues.

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)

Speak your mind, especially when someone does the unexpected. At first you might be upset, but you’ll gain tremendous insight as a result. A discussion with a child or loved one might be very serious. Tonight: Swap jokes.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Investigate and think before you make a decision. Understand that there could be ramifications with plans or a long-term goal. You might wish money grew on trees. Tonight: Gather your bills.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You might be on a roll, but someone certainly throws a curveball in your direction. Handle this situation with care. You might want an intense conversation or a clearing of the air. Tonight: Happy as a clam.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Take your time and don’t force a conclusion in any issue. You might gain new information. Relating might not be as high of a priority as handling your budget and needs. Tonight: Get extra sleep. You will need it.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Aim for more of what you want. Your determined attitude goes far in clearing your path. Sometimes you have to work harder than usual for what you want. Tonight: Toss ideas around with friends.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You might want to take a stronger stand with someone who often appears to be in charge. Your best bet is to chill out and watch what happens. You might be everyone’s anchor. Tonight: Out as late as you need to be.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Sometimes you might decide that others are being unusually stiff or difficult with you. Could this really be? Some of you might want to wave goodbye to a difficult friend or association. Tonight: Detach and think about recent events.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Work with an associate who feels as if he or she has it together right now. Keep these flights of fancy to yourself, for now. Soon someone will find them valuable. Tonight: Let your imagination go.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Others seem to ask a lot of you. Requests come in from all directions. Be in touch with the unpredictability that surrounds you. Your job is to adjust and move through different situations. Tonight: Go along with plans.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You might be able to listen to others and extract from their actions as well as their words what they are really communicating. Keep your opinions to yourself. A partner could be tough. Tonight: Easy does it.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Handle a monetary surprise; remember, it doesn’t have to be bad. Rather, be creative and work with what comes up. Your solution-finding skills peak once you decide to be positive. Tonight: Go into weekend mode.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You could be part of the reason instability and excitement surround you. Enjoy what is happening, but don’t contribute to any problems. You need to be more mellow and focused. Tonight: Head home.