For Friday, Feb. 23

Those with birthdays today: Often this year you might be headed in one direction only to reverse gears and head in a different direction. Others might find your actions strange. You have good instincts combined with reserved energy, which carries you through what you deem important. Your personal and domestic life takes an even higher priority. Creativity and romance flourish. If you are single, you could meet someone very special this year. A friendship will be involved. If you are attached, unify your concerns and do more together. A child or grandchild could be in the offing. GEMINI is always a hoot!

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)

¢¢¢¢ Expenses and budgets need examining. Perhaps nothing is askew, but a checkup might be in order. Talk and share more of your thoughts. Your caring comes through loud and clear. Tonight: Celebrate the weekend.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

¢¢¢¢¢ You act like you feel, at least during the early part of the day. You have energy. You opt not to allow a partner to rain on your parade. Late afternoon, you might be thinking about your decisions. Tonight: Out and about.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

¢¢¢¢ Though you might be slow to start the race, you end up the winner. Your ability to jump over hurdles or know when you are hitting quicksand earmarks your actions. Others seek you out. Tonight: Let the party begin.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ Zoom in and get what you want this morning. Adjust your schedule if need be. You’ll like the end results, especially when a partner pitches in. Know when to slow down and relax. Tonight: Head on home.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

¢¢¢¢ Others expect you to take the lead and make the decisions. Sometimes for you it feels like a burden. Give 100 percent effort right now. Later in the day, have a long-overdue discussion. Tonight: With your pals.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

¢¢¢¢ You might want to visualize a situation or handle a matter very differently from your norm. The good news is, you don’t have to have others agree. Creatively brainstorm with a partner or buddy. Tonight: Relax with a movie.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

¢¢¢¢ Others let you know what they expect and want. It is your choice whether you follow through. Make it OK to say “no” once in a while. Reach out for someone at a distance. Tonight: Try a new type of cuisine.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

¢¢¢¢¢ Your efforts come back in multiples. Energy builds more energy. Good will draws a better attitude from those around you. Let others express more of their ideas. There is always another view. Tonight: With a special person.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

¢¢¢ Handle what needs to be done. You will be in a much better mood and able to enjoy your day. Others seek you out. Plans change. A child or loved one touches you with his or her words or actions. Tonight: Sort through invitations.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

¢¢¢¢¢ You add that touch of magic wherever you go. Others smile and respond to your high energy. Motivate others, and the job will get done faster. Use creativity. Tonight: Put your feet up.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

¢¢¢ Though you might have a difficult time moving, once you are on a roll, there might be no stopping you. Creativity touches various facets of your life. Tonight: Demonstrate the Aquarius spirit.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

¢¢¢¢ Make calls and handle important interactions and decisions early on. You have a way with words. Why not demonstrate it right now? A friend pushes. Look behind his or her actions or words. Tonight: Head on home.