For Monday, Dec. 11

Those with birthdays today: Tension builds frequently, forcing your hand. You will have, and want, to assume control more often. Mastering your power might be a message that marks the next 11 years. You create opportunities for yourself, though you might see these situations as luck. If so, you are very lucky this year. Learn to express your stronger feelings. If you are single, you will attract many, but relating might be a completely different story. If you are attached, with so much happening, you will need to make special time for your sweetie, and not bring tension and daily problems into your bond. VIRGO pushes you hard.

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)

¢¢¢ Even with strong planning, the unexpected cannot be avoided. Today, despite tremendous energy and focus, your plans might get foiled. Work with the information and insight you gain. Tonight: Get some extra R and R.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

¢¢¢¢ Just when you thought you could capture the Bull by the horns, you find out the Bull isn’t there anymore. Tap into creativity, better ideas and a new sense of self. Tonight: Let everyone change their plans.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

¢¢¢ You cannot fight city hall. Don’t push others into a corner or trigger a catfight in frustration. Clearly, playing the role of observer has more gains. Tonight: Happily head home. Do what you want.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

¢¢¢¢ Talking out issues and situations might seem to be the right route, but this approach will backfire right now. Be expressive, but at the same time, don’t close anyone off. A lot happens around you, and quickly at that. Tonight: Say yes.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

¢¢¢ Your expenses could go overboard. You might feel like a tidal wave of debt could hit. The unexpected occurs where you least expect it. Be in touch with your needs. Tonight: Treat yourself in some way.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

¢¢¢¢ Others see that you are coming from an anchored point of view. You might be surprised by the current within relationships in general. Your inner resources come forth. Tonight: Do what you need to do.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

¢¢¢ Move slowly, and you’ll come up with solutions. The unexpected will occur and might surprise or shock you. If you need some time alone, take a walk or just find a spot where you can think. Tonight: Vanish if possible.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

¢¢¢¢ Just when you are directed and sure of yourself, you will move in a new direction. Understanding earmarks solutions. Acceptance is part of this process. Tonight: Zero in on what you want. Flex if need be.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

¢¢¢ Fortunately you have the stamina and wisdom to steer clear of others who might be out of kilter. A strong sense of being helps you maintain a position and others’ respect. Tonight: A force wherever you are.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

¢¢¢ The best-laid plans could crumble. Now your ability to flex with a situation comes forward. Your instincts will provide insight and direction if tapped into properly. Tonight: Relax to some great music.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

¢¢¢¢ A partner has a very different perspective from you. Understand what might be going on with him or her. You might not agree or might decide to take a different course of action. Tonight: Listen before deciding.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

¢¢¢¢ Assume that others are coming from a solid point of view. A sudden change in plans or behavior could be upsetting, but you can deal with it. Tonight: You have options left and right, but you might not like any of them.