This year, allow greater give-and-take with key people in your life. Unusual creativity will come forward, though you might need to give up some of what you feel is right. If you are single, many suitors seem to appear out of the ethers. If you are attached, allow more give-and-take between you and your sweetie. Gemini 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)

•••• A strong sense of direction defines your morning. The ability to flex becomes more important as the day continues. Tonight: Having discussions, catching up on friends’ news, answering e-mail.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••• A steady path seems to be the only way to go most of the time, especially when dealing with finances. Tonight: Center yourself, then clear up a misunderstanding.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• Smile this morning. You have the capability to handle whatever you must. Tonight: Blowing off steam and maybe having some fun on the way.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•• The smart Moon Child will decide to break from his or her usual routine. You need that extra time to center and perhaps finish off some holiday errands. Tonight: Keep it low-key.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• You could be overwhelmed; many people seek you out. Though you focus on one issue at a time, you could be a little taken aback by the time you spend working with others. Tonight: Where the crowds are.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• Take the lead. Others knock on your door. Friends call requesting this or that. Be careful dealing with so many people. Tonight: A must appearance.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••••• Keep reaching out for those at a distance, whether it’s family, friends or associates. Tonight: Touch base with a special person in your life.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• You have a way with a key associate or partner. You need to be creative in how you approach this person, yet you generally get an agreement. Tonight: Make it comfortable and cozy.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• Others seem to know they have the power to make what they want happen. Tonight: Touch base with someone you have been on the outs with.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

••• Tackle as much as you can today. The real objective is to complete anything not related to the holiday season but is pending. Tonight: Get wrapping, etc., done.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• Your imagination will kick in, especially if you hit a financial brick wall. You’ll find a way to sail right through, and quickly at that. Tonight: Kick up your heels.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••• Know your limits and understand where a family member is coming from. You upset others when you let go and become unpredictable. Tonight: Home is where your heart is.