Horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014: This year you will want to break barriers and create much more of what you want. You will discover that you have several key people who will make a difference in your life. If single, you have many admirers. The possibility exists that you could meet a life partner in the next year. If attached, your relationship flourishes as a result of an increasing element of trust. In fact, you will view your partner as a guiding star in your life. Taurus adds spice and interest to your life. A baby born today has a sun in Capricorn and a moon in Taurus.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) • • • Your instincts work well with your finances right now. If you feel like you are lucky, go out and buy a lottery ticket. Be wise and follow your own advice.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) • • • • • You are energized and a witness to new possibilities. A discussion could encourage you to go for a long-term goal.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) • • • • Take your time and let your mind wander. Your daydreaming contributes to your success and creativity; just don’t do it in front of your boss.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) • • • • Listen to feedback, and know what you desire. Friends seem to be supportive, and they probably will stay that way while you accomplish this goal.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) • • • • You beam, and others naturally come toward you. The problem you might have is that you can’t really let go because of all your responsibilities.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) • • • • Listen to a friend, who might be the source of surprising news. What you say and how you respond will make all the difference.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) • • • You might have indicated that you would accept extra responsibility. If you are exhausted, others will sense it, and your leadership could be questioned.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) • • • • • Touch base with someone in the know. You can’t continue the way you have been without taking a bigger look at a situation that will help you expand your thinking.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) • • • • Take news with a grain of salt. You might want to check out an associate’s thoughts on the matter. Your hesitancy might be instrumental to your success.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) • • • • You might want to revisit a situation involving a loved one. Your decision could dramatically change your choices afterward.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) • • • • Listen to news carefully. Avoid viewing this situation in terms of “your way or my way,” as that could result in a deadlock between the two of you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) • • • • Listen to the creative muse within, as you could have a rare opportunity to express yourself freely.