For Friday, March 2, 2007:

Those with birthdays today: Don’t forget who you are in the midst of all the bantering and change this year. Staying centered could help you make more-solid decisions. You often wonder what you need to do to make your life a bit more quiet and reasonable. The question might be whether you really want an easier pace. Interpersonal dealings demand greater awareness of your feelings. If you are single, negativity could put a barrier between you and a relationship. If you are attached, the two of you will need to have it out a lot this year. Your commitment will be tested, but in the end, your bond will be better. VIRGO often challenges you.

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)

¢¢¢ Though a few pleasant moments could be sprinkled into your day, others are difficult and cantankerous. Chill out and worry less. A relaxed attitude will draw information. Tonight: Know when to call it a night.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

¢¢¢ You are coming from a position where basics do count. Someone might be too contrary for you to want to deal with. Don’t hesitate to cocoon. Tonight: Feel the weekend energy within you.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

¢¢¢¢ Sometimes you say too much and cause yourself a problem. Fortunately, one person who counts actually understands. Make all calls at the beginning of the day. Tonight: Head home with flowers or favorite munchies.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

¢¢¢ Money matters still could be forcing you in new directions. Though someone cares, his or her advice could be completely wrong. Your instincts are right-on. Tonight: Chat and visit with a comrade.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

¢¢¢¢ Your creativity emerges. Nearly anything is possible. Try to focus your ingenuity in the morning, because by midday, a need for precision and to be perhaps more businesslike comes out.Tonight: Make it OK to buy that CD.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

¢¢¢¢ Though you might not be up to snuff in the morning, later you bloom. Perhaps you sense the weekend or finally you don’t care if you make your point any longer. Tonight: What would make you sparkle?

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

¢¢¢ Read Leo for a hint. Go after the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow in the morning. By the afternoon, you might be ready to start your weekend. Whatever is in your mind isn’t of the public realm – for now. Tonight: Not to be found.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

¢¢¢¢ Take charge if you want a situation or project completed. Perhaps you aren’t the only one who can do what is needed, but you are the one who will step up. Tonight: Now, have a good time. Let your hair down.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

¢¢¢¢ Avoid getting into a jam. You really don’t need to deal with more problems; your plate is already full. Others expect a lot and let you know it. It’s your call as to what to do. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

¢¢¢¢ An associate forces you to deal with him and only him. This demand could cause some resentment. How you deliver your feelings can and will determine the end result. Be careful with money. Tonight: Rent or go to a movie. You need to forget it all.

Aquarius(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

¢¢¢¢ Work with others; you scarcely have the choice. You might want to rethink a situation more carefully that revolves around a partnership. You are a bit hot-tempered right now. Tonight: Let off steam with a favorite person.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

¢¢¢ Rethink what is going on with a work or daily matter. If it doesn’t suit who you are, make an adjustment. Others might react strongly, but ultimately this is your life, and only yours. Tonight: Accept an invitation.