HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, February 9, 2018: This year you express your caring attitude more completely. Others respond to your greater sensitivity, and they like what they experience. At times, you could feel limited by various situations and what you can share. If you are single, you might decide to change your status, as you could meet someone very special. You might date for quite a while before deciding what you want from this bond. If you are attached, your outgoing nature draws in quite a few friends. Be careful about your boundaries, as your interest in someone easily could be misread. SAGITTARIUS gets frustrated easily.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Reach out to a friend who often challenges you. You want this person’s support and feedback. It will make a big difference when you attempt to sleuth through a problem. A meeting could be instrumental in determining the fate of a key matter. Tonight: Think “weekend”.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Tap into your sixth sense before responding to others. You know what is best for you, and you’ll want to move past an immediate issue. You could be holding back from sharing your ideas in order to encourage others to open up more. Tonight: A close associate comes forward.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Allow more openness when dealing with a complicated person in your life. A boss has a lot to share that might not make sense to you right now. Know that this person has years of experience and will use that knowledge when making a decision. Tonight: Be with friends.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You could be unusually emotional right now, especially as you have so much ground to cover. Be willing to stop and have a long-overdue conversation about a personal or professional matter. Know that you will be happy with the outcome. Tonight: Know when to call it a night!

LEO (July 23-Aug 22): Allow more spontaneity into your day. You tend to demand a lot from yourself, so perhaps you need to lighten up the moment. Allow a loved one to be more expressive than in the past. Understand that the change, though pleasant, could be awkward as well. Tonight: All smiles.

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 22): Be more in touch with your feelings about a domestic or personal matter. You generally become uncomfortable when becoming more expressive. Those around you are likely to receive your message in the way that it was intended to be heard. Tonight: Invite a friend over.

LIBRA (Sept 23-Oct 22): Clarify in your mind what is important to share. You might doubt that the receivers of your message could also have difficulty dealing with the feelings you arouse in them. Encourage a more open discussion. Know that nothing is written in stone. Tonight: Paint the town red.

SCORPIO (Oct 23-Nov 21): You could feel overly tired and withdrawn. You have a lot of ground to cover. You might decide to take some shortcuts, which could have financial implications. Know when you have had enough. Make some time for yourself, and screen your calls. Tonight: Make it your treat.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): You might be in the mood to spread some good news. For the most part, you’ll achieve a lot of what you want. Your emotional feelings come forward. You might need to discuss some of the ramifications of expressing your feelings. Tonight: Touch base with a close loved one.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): Examine your feelings before taking a stand. You might not be in touch with what is happening within yourself. You might want to hold off before sharing how much prejudice and negativity you are witnessing. Ask a partner for feedback. Tonight: Visit with a friend.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): Examine what is going on around you. You could be unusually picky or demanding when it comes to pursuing a long-term goal or desire. Friends and loved ones could play a significant role in your day. Consider starting the weekend early. Tonight: Choose a favourite stressbuster.

PISCES (Feb 19-March 20): Your feelings might be closer to the surface than you realise. You suddenly might find yourself having to answer some touchy questions. Know that you can say “no” and walk away. You could be withdrawn. Take a nap before starting your weekend. Tonight: Leader of the gang.

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