For Friday, May 16:

You might want to veer in a new direction this year. The unexpected keeps heading your way. You might rethink your path if you hit too many problems or obstacles. If you are single, look to meeting someone out of your normal mode. If you are attached, plan on a very special trip that the two of you might have been discussing or fantasizing about. Libra can be gentle and nurturing.

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)

¢¢¢¢ Where you thought it might be difficult to reach an agreement, you discover otherwise. The unexpected earmarks your actions but doesn’t toss plans into chaos. Tonight: Say yes.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

¢¢¢ Knowing your limits becomes clear after a discussion. You might need to back down, for your own good. Tonight: Look to a new experience or happening.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

¢¢¢¢¢ Your creativity emerges, and you find a reason to take off early. After resolving an issue that could be quite challenging to some, you feel free and that you can relax. Tonight: Christen the weekend well.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

¢¢¢ Basics count. You feel as if many possibilities evolve that might not normally. Tonight: Finally, time for you and your loved ones.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ Talk up a storm. Opportunities that involve friends strike. Your popularity soars within your immediate circle. Tonight: Hang out with a favorite person.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ You might want to defer to someone else. Your clarity and directness could determine the end results of a key or business discussion. Tonight: Postpone some shopping, if possible.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ You are the kingpin of adventure and change. Investigate and understand what needs to happen. Tonight: All smiles. Others cannot say no.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

¢¢¢ Know when to pull out and rethink a problem. Your ability to understand and gain insight helps you focus on the real issue. Tonight: Vanish while you can.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

¢¢¢¢¢ Friendship and good will pave the way, in business or in your private life. You could be tired or feel as if you cannot give any more. Tonight: TGIF.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

¢¢¢ Stay on top of your game. Understand what will happen if you allow some of your insecurity to enter your life. Tonight: Zero in on what you want.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

¢¢¢¢¢ You might want to rethink a decision. Tap in to your avant-garde thinking, and you’ll see many possibilities that could work. Tonight: Balance your checkbook before you take off.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

¢¢¢ Your unpredictability doesn’t help you move in new directions. Others might offer a partnership or an agreement. Tonight: Follow another’s suggestion.