Horoscopes

For Wednesday, Jan. 17

Those with birthdays today: You have a way with words and people. As a result, you develop into a winner and become very popular. Sometimes you might want to isolate yourself some, just to get a little peace and quiet. That time-out could be a hard act to integrate into this never-ending cascade of events that will punctuate your life. If you are single, you will meet people unexpectedly. They could pop in and out, out of the blue. Wait a year when dating before you decide you are in a relationship. If you are attached, delve into new styles of communicating. The two of you will grow closer as a result. CAPRICORN can weigh you down.

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)

Be thankful for your strong instincts, as they will guide you in a new direction. You handle a commitment differently. A change of style might be just what the doctor ordered. Tonight: A must appearance.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Read between the lines. If a question isn’t being asked, or a major detail is missing, you might need to zero in on what is lacking. Your insight draws a surprising result. Tonight: Check out several restaurants.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

A key person’s support allows you to head in a totally different direction. You draw surprising results. Express your unusually dynamic personality and leadership skills. Tonight: Togetherness. Be with a favorite person.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Whether playing poker or dealing with a real-life situation, others clearly hold the cards. Understanding where a friend, associate or loved one is coming from can increase the mutuality between you. Tonight: Think winter weekend away.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Plug into what must be done as opposed to what you really would like to do. Fun and games might distract you from some task that is very important. Together you make quite a team. Tonight: As late as you want.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Your playful style takes you in a new direction. Trust that others might want to be there for you but could be too flaky and off-kilter. Tonight: Midweek break.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

8 Fatigue might be a normal reaction to what is going on around you. You have had unexpected jolts of energy in the past few weeks. You might be more comfortable working from home. Tonight: Buy a treat on the way home.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You might have a lot to say. The power of your words easily could be determined by your timing and tone. Use ingenuity and your sixth sense. Of all signs, you know how to make waves. Tonight: Hang at a favorite spot.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Know when to stop playing the role of leader and allow others their time in the limelight. You can evaluate an expenditure that you might like to avoid but should not. Tonight: Order in for dinner.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

What you say makes waves, and others naturally step back. You might wonder where all this power is emanating from. Perhaps it might be as simple as your dynamic word choice and tone. Tonight: Go with quirky.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Intuitively knowing when to step back can fortify a situation. Your sixth sense works, especially with money. You still could see wild swings from the plus to the minus column and back again. Tonight: Take advantage of a lull.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

The unexpected occurs when you least expect it. Your behavior has ramifications with friends. You might see some unexpected, strong reactions. Tonight: Where the action is.