For Thursday, Dec. 18:

Most of this year has a theme of the unexpected running through it. You might wonder what it will take to calm down your personal life. If you are single, meeting someone could be easy, though this might not be the best relationship year. If you are attached, you could find a lot to squabble about. Virgo can be challenging.

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)

••• The unexpected could put quite a dent in your plans. Be ready to flex. You also might be disappointed. Tonight: Easy does it.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••• Handle a situation carefully. Your creativity emerges often, but you might want to rein in any risks that could be damaging. Tonight: Why not go for fun?

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• Stay anchored and know what you want. Evaluate and consider your priorities. A family or domestic issue could weigh heavily on your soul. Tonight: Mosey on home.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• Keep conversations moving. Still, there could be a speechless moment. Question what is going on with a neighbor or associate. Tonight: Chat up a storm.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

••• Deal with finances, gift-giving and last-minute costs. You could be overwhelmed by everything that lands on your plate. Tonight: Remind yourself what the holiday season does to people.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• You are in your own element. Understand what others might be saying behind the scenes, especially if you continue to be withdrawn. Tonight: What would make you smile?

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••• Take time and think before you make a decision. You could be tired and not understand how much this fatigue is impacting you. Tonight: Get as much sleep as possible.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••••• Knowing what you want is the first step in getting it. A child or loved one lets everyone know how unpredictable and easily dissatisfied he or she is. Tonight: Fun and games.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH Take a stand if possible. You will find that others see you as severe or authoritarian. You will accomplish a lot. Tonight: A must appearance.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••••• Reach out to others. Think about those at a distance. In order to understand where someone is coming from, you need to read between the lines. Tonight: Put on some music.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••••• Deal with individuals and get to the bottom of a problem. A caring relationship is enhanced because of your focus and attention. Tonight: Chat over dinner.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• If you have hopes of getting something done, do close your door. People keep popping in and out. Someone might be pushing his or her luck dealing with you. Tonight: Let others run the show — as if you could change them.