For Monday, Oct. 13:

You have a lot going on this year, especially in 2009. Staying in touch with your needs and not deferring could be more important than you realize. If single, you will meet people with ease after the new year. If attached, you discover the power of better communication, more sharing and adding some much-loved fun. Aries can challenge 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)

¢¢¢¢ If you can figure out an excuse for taking today off, do so. You might need time to recharge your sense of adventure. Tonight: All smiles.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

¢¢¢ Take your time, and be the slow-moving Bull, as minefields lie all around you. Instead of walking into a mess, you might see all the red lights as you head in that direction. Tonight: Take some much-needed personal time.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

¢¢¢¢¢ Reach out and grab what you want. At least you feel that you can make a dream into a reality. Rather than leaving this situation in a merely mental state, try making it so. Tonight: Where the action is.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

¢¢¢¢ You could feel as if you are carrying a two-ton weight on your back. Others might not notice, as they are into their own stuff. Tonight: Burn the candle at both ends.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ Reach out and get more information. This could entail talking to an expert or someone you respect. Tonight: Consider a seminar or trip in the near future.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

¢¢¢¢ Work with individuals rather than with groups, if possible. You discover just how much you can accomplish in this fashion. Tonight: Visit with a friend.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

¢¢¢¢ Others dominate, even if you wish it were otherwise. Know when to back off and make a situation work differently. Tonight: Sort through invitations.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

¢¢¢ You know that you have a lot of ground to cover. However, the twists and turns on the path could be stressful, but not unmanageable. Tonight: Squeeze in a stress-buster.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

¢¢¢¢¢ Your fiery style appeals to many, but not everyone. A problem could arise with someone who does not like the way you risk or maybe your style. Tonight: Fun times are here.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

¢¢¢ Know what you can spend, and put a limit on yourself. Generally, you are the source of discipline, but right now that might not be the case. Tonight: Your treat.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

¢¢¢¢¢ You charge ahead without a thought. You might not even realize that you are facing a longtime fear and going right through it. Tonight: E-mail; return calls; catch up on another’s news.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

¢¢¢ Your finances could be shaky if you listen to a friend’s input. You are on top of your game if you listen to your inner voice. Tonight: Your treat.