For Saturday, Dec. 9

Those with birthdays today: You are direct and creative this year. Your abilities to read between the lines, do needed research and gain a perspective come forward. Success is a natural byproduct. Optimism marks your actions as you bound in a new direction. 2007 marks a new luck cycle. Christen it well. A dream can become a reality. If you are single, someone quite exotic could knock on your door at any time. Even if this person isn’t right, you will grow in new ways because of the association. If you are attached, schedule an important happening, be it a workshop or a trip. The two of you will bond even closer. LEO always sheds light on a different view.

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)

You suddenly feel unburdened, perhaps because of news that heads in your direction. New beginnings become possible because of a new mind-set. Tonight: What you love to do most.

You are gregarious by nature, but even more so right now. You have a lot going on. Look at the positives instead of feeling exasperated. Tonight: Swap jokes or flirt – just be out there.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Expenses are a touch out of whack, though you might have plans for how to make both ends meet. Be sure the details are right. A flub-up could feel bad later. Work on your gifts by making a list. Tonight: Your treat.

Nothing can stop you. If you see a situation as more complicated than it needs to be, look at yourself. Your creativity will soar if you are willing to forge new ground. Tonight: Your turn to wish upon a star.

Sometimes you are best off reaching out, but right now do needed reflection, or at least plan on more downtime. You feel unusually good about a personal matter. Tonight: Vanish early.

Your words draw the kind of results that would make anyone happy. Think in terms of friendship. Meetings, groups of people and friends in general play significant roles. You could hit a home run. Tonight: All smiles.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Take charge of a situation. You might wonder what this effort could mean, but trust that in some way you will benefit. Your finances will swing, especially if you aren’t careful. Tonight: Extravagance is your enemy.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Your sixth sense works overtime. If you are unsure or confused, seek out experts. You might be very playful, but for important decisions, turn to your higher self. Tonight: Opt for a new restaurant or activity.

Much might be going on in your head in response to an associate’s or friend’s actions or words. You don’t have to reveal where you are coming from. Communication is starred, but on an individual level. Tonight: With a special person.

Others want and demand your attention. The good news is, whatever you do and whichever direction you head in all work out fine. Let friends play a substantial role. Tonight: Where the party is.

Make a list of what you must do. You have the energy to complete nearly everything. Others seem to expect a lot from you. Make it OK. Expect to be the focal point. Tonight: Roll in early.