Horoscopes

For Wednesday, Dec. 27

Those with birthdays today: Your home and personal life become even more important than in years past. You might want to make your mark on society, but be realistic about what makes you feel good. Your instincts always come through for you in a bind. Mercury in your sign adds a certain wit or resourcefulness. If you are single, be discriminating as to the person you let in close, as desirable as he or she might seem. This person might sense a vulnerability in you. If you are attached, sharing more of your fears will open a new path. Trust your instincts and share them more often. Your sweetie will respond in kind, perhaps not immediately. ARIES can be an anchor or an albatross.

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 might be filled with energy and vivaciousness. Tension might build when someone feels challenged by your leadership and drive. Help this person see both sides of an issue. Tonight: As you like.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Slow down. You don’t have to do everything and be everywhere all at once. Know when to say “enough” and head in a new direction. Do nothing if you don’t feel sure of yourself. Tonight: Vanish while you can. Don’t answer your phone!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Friends and people in general demand your attention. Someone might be upset at your lack of attention. Your ability to juggle many demands will save the day. Tonight: Still enjoying every moment.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Be ready to stand up and be counted. Whatever needs to be done is certainly a snap for you. Plug into a project. You’ll gain a great sense of accomplishment. Visit with an older relative. Tonight: Could be late.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Walk in another’s shoes. Read between the lines. You will be able to get past a problem with a great deal of ease. You might want to rethink a decision that involves your daily life. Tonight: Rent a movie. Relax.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

A key associate, loved one or friend demands your attention. If you make it your pleasure, the end results could awe even you. Don’t resist others. Work with present situations. Tonight: Say “yes.”

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Others might ask a lot, but understand that you don’t need to do what is requested. Distinguish between what is doable and what takes you in a different direction. Tonight: Check out your different invitations.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Plunge into your to-do list with enthusiasm and determination. Before you know it, you’ll free up some time to visit or chat with a special person. Understand that you cannot do everything. Tonight: Relax in a favorite chair.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Your creativity and imagination naturally merge. You are full of great ideas. A relationship turns up the temperature. Express your affection through a token gesture. Tonight: Fun.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your mood swings, though for the most part you might want stay close to home. You might tend to hold in a lot of your thoughts. Venus moves into your sign, adding to a sense of well-being. Tonight: Happy close to home.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Your words have impact. Your actions make waves. Get out and do what you need to do. Touch base with the many people who really care. Tonight: Chat up a storm.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You might be trying to make ends meet with your budget. You could feel stressed by demands. Slow down and take a hard look at what must be done. Discuss this issue with someone you trust. Tonight: Order in.