For Sunday, Jan. 15, 2005

Those with birthdays today: Others often give you that extra push when you need it. You might be surprised at how much you can accomplish in one year, especially with a close partner’s help. Sometimes you find others to be stern and touchy. When you feel that you’re in a bind, open new doors and seek different answers. Your creativity soars when in a jam. If you are single, romance often takes a heated turn. Realize more of what you want through different associations, but don’t make any commitments. A special relationship could bloom this year. If you are attached, your relationship could have many passionate moments, but not always easy. The bond gets a lot warmer because of your willingness to work through problems. LEO anchors in on the basics.

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 could be very serious and touchy with a child. Don’t allow negativity to permeate your day. A partner or special person clearly goes out of his or her way to liven up the moment. Let this person play this role in your life. Tonight: Make the most of the moment.

You might be out of sorts and touchy, causing others to want to distance themselves from you. Do you really want this to happen? A key partner or friend does his or her best to pull you out of the doldrums. You can’t always be serious! Tonight: At home.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You speak your mind, but in such a stern manner that others might cringe and back off. You might need to do some fancy footwork in order to get others to relax. Let nurturing flow, and don’t allow others’ moods to color your day. Tonight: Hang out.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Your expenses might get the best of you. You could be on the fringes of spending or feeling as if you don’t have control. Discover less-expensive ways of enjoying yourself. Tonight: Invite a pal over for dinner.

Sometimes a health day is necessary for everyone; now it’s your turn. No explanations need to be given. You deserve some time to be the proverbial couch potato. Avoid any stressful situation. Tonight: Recharge your batteries.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Friends want to be with you, but their idea of a good time could be quite different from your vision. As a result, you might need to compromise or go your own way. To expect some give from others is normal. Tonight: Could a partner be jealous?

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You feel pressured by one obligation and then another. Without intending to, you could turn into a class-A grump or let someone have a piece of your mind. Take better care of yourself and learn to say no more often. Tonight: Do only what you must.

A partner clearly wants to and will dominate the scene. Though you could feel a bit pushed, it might be easier to go along with what is happening. A dear friend or loved one could become quite irritated out of the blue. Tonight: Focus on one person at a time.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Romance will knock on your door, if you want to walk that path. Some of you might like to simply socialize, get together with others and watch a game. Don’t forget a commitment to someone close. Tonight: Don’t even think of moving the furniture or causing upheaval.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

* Getting into a project could be more controversial than you’d anticipated. You might not know which way is the best way to go. Others certainly have their opinions. Can you find instructions or someone experienced? Tonight: Know when to call it quits.