For Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2006:

This year presents opportunities. Picking and choosing the right ones can define the next 11 years. You will be entering a decisive period in which, because of your choices, you will point the way to your future. You will be generally lucky and land on your feet. Fall 2007, you enter a new 11-year luck cycle. You also might have let go of a lot of what hasn’t worked. If you are single, you will meet someone who might not be quite as he or she represents him- or herself to be. Back out if necessary. If you are attached, making more private time together could be instrumental. SAGITTARIUS often 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)

¢¢¢¢¢ Take in new vistas and be open to dynamic change or opportunities. Sometimes it might be a touch risky to take a leap of faith. Don’t make it a big deal. Tonight: Walk in a new direction.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

¢¢¢¢¢ Sometimes you might want to understand with greater depth those key people in your life. Ask questions more often and explore different ideas. Tonight: Make it close and make it intimate.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

¢¢¢¢¢ You have a lot to say and, happily, draw a huge audience. Be willing to talk about your dreams and long-term desires. Allow life to take on a new dimension. Tonight: So many people, so many places.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

¢¢¢¢ You’ll get a lot accomplished, and quite quickly at that. Your sense of humor emerges when dealing with others. Understand your limits and what might be a special opportunity. Tonight: Easy does it.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ You might want to understand more of what is happening than in the past. Your lively side emerges. The unexpected takes a toll on a partner or close associate. Help this person with solid thinking. Tonight: Fun and games.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

¢¢¢¢ Anchor in, knowing your choices and what will happen. You come from a solid perspective, yet you’re not exactly sure what would be best. A new beginning stems from another’s quirkiness. Tonight: Happy as a cat.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ Your playfulness is easily expressed if you flow. An abrupt turnabout needs to be taken in stride rather than reacted to. You will find that many people want feedback. Tonight: Chat up a storm.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

¢¢¢ Expenses could be awesome, but don’t gamble, even if you feel it would be helpful. Walk the conservative path, and you will be much happier. Tonight: Go over must expenditures. Do you need to make an adjustment?

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

¢¢¢¢¢ You are all smiles, for good reason. You might want to try something differently or approach a situation in a more dynamic manner. Share your ideas, knowing you are heading down a new path. Tonight: All smiles.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

¢¢¢ Know when to step back and do the unexpected. You might want to understand more of what motivates others and yourself. Listen as well. Tonight: Answers are forthcoming for those who remain quiet.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

¢¢¢¢¢ Aim for more of what you want, and be ready to head in another direction. Zoom in on what works for you, what might feel right. Loosen up in the company of friends. Tonight: Happy as can be.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

¢¢¢ You might need to gain a perspective and some insight. Once you do, you might question how you could have stayed on the path you were on. Tonight: A must appearance.