Horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, Jan. 8, 2010: You have the ability to head forward, break patterns and move in a new direction this year. If single, you easily meet people. If attached, the more social you become as a couple, the happier you will be. Scorpio is your natural cheerleader.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) •••• Others assume a dominant position, and you just might not mind. Listen to what is shared, especially with key associates and a higher-up. You might want to do some major rethinking as a result.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ••••• You can be sure your opinion isn’t the only one in the fray. In fact, being a good listener and understanding where ideas overlap could be instrumental.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ••• Bring a project to completion, if possible. You certainly are an idea person, though you might need the mix of new concepts and others’ gifts and strengths.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) ••••• Allow greater creativity to flow between you and others. Sometimes you don’t share your ideas, for various reasons. Start breaking down those barriers to success. Others ignite your imagination.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) •••• Your ability to move through issues and make a difference in various situations could change the direction of projects, associates and friends.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) •••• Keep talks going, as much more information could float through, especially concerning a work-related matter. Remember, you don’t need to agree with others, but it is helpful to understand where they are coming from.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) •••• How you visualize a choice and your presentation can make or break any deal. You are unusually gifted with a great imagination. Do be aware of the building costs of a project.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ••••• You are in prime shape, and ready to turn a situation around. Your abilities take you down a new path, where success will be more likely to greet you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ••• Know when to pull back and do something totally differently. Understanding will evolve to a new level if you listen and note what isn’t being said.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ••••• You could feel inspired by recent events and what might be occurring. Keep reaching out to several associates or friends for a meeting of the minds.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) •••• Your intuition pushes you strongly in one key direction. Understanding evolves to a new level if you can relax.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) •••• Take in a new idea, even if it means reinventing your logic on some level. Sometimes you don’t have all the answers, but you have the resources to determine the correct path.