For Friday, Oct. 24:

You make a difference no matter where you are, no matter what you do. You face a choice this year between negativity and optimism. What you choose defines your year. If single, you could hook up with someone more serious or older. If attached, you move into a period where the two of you must join forces to achieve a long-term goal. Virgo pushes you hard, but really is a friend.

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 need to complete a lot of work weighs you down. Yet somehow you manage to have a great time, knowing you are eyeing the weekend. Tonight: Do whatever you want.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

¢¢¢¢¢ Let your creativity emerge, and you’ll find answers. Someone close could be stern or inflexible. Tonight: Play the night away.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

¢¢¢ If you can take off or work from home, do. In a quieter environment, you recharge. A conversation with a key associate certainly colors your day and perspective. Tonight: Close to home works once more.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ Communication, at first, might feel stifled. Keep at it, not giving up and knowing full well what you want. Tonight: A fellow associate or friend finally opens up.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

¢¢¢ Deal with a financial matter before it deals with you. You could be overwhelmed by what comes down the path. Tonight: Your treat.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ Your serious demeanor could scare some away, but not anyone who knows you. Your efficiency and need for organization takes over. Tonight: Laugh the weekend in.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

¢¢ Know when to back off and simply decide that this is a bad hair day. If you can, call in and take some much-needed time off. Tonight: Order in.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

¢¢¢¢¢ Zero in on what you want. An older or very serious friend could be negative. Turn away from this attitude and remain optimistic. Tonight: Where and when are your choices.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH Listening to feedback does not mean you agree with what is being said. It simply means you are open. Others demand your attention. Tonight: A must appearance.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

¢¢¢¢ You could feel restricted, as if you have blinders on. Try to listen and get others’ thoughts and ideas. Tonight: Happy to greet this weekend.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

¢¢¢¢ Work with a partner. Yes, this person can be difficult and trying. You can get around the problem by listening to this person and not getting caught up in details. Tonight: Go along with another’s ideas.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

¢¢¢¢¢ Others allow you in the door, but they still want it their way. Understand that there is little you can do to change directions. Tonight: Where people are.