Horoscope

Mon., Feb. 16, 2009

Jaqueline Bigar, King Features Syndicate

Happy birthday for Monday, Feb. 16, 2009:

This year, be smart: Avoid getting caught up in the details with bosses or those in charge. You will need to shoulder more responsibility than in the past, and you will do it quite successfully. Aim for more networking, socializing and enjoying the good times. Don’t lose sight of your goals and you will be pleased with the end results. Friendships expand and, at the same time, you might meet a whole new crowd. If you are single and you want to be with someone, you will. Remember, this year you can have what you want. If you are attached, the two of you will be much happier if you socialize more. Team up for an important goal. Sagittarius is a true friend.

Aries (March 21-April 19) ••••• When others are confused, you are clear and direct. Try to help them understand what is happening. You might want to indulge a loved one or special person in your life. Detachment works much better, as there is a crossfire of emotions.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) ••••• Though you might have made plans, you could have little chance of doing them, as there is an overload of calls, requests and people looking for you. Stop the onslaught; Screen calls and close the door.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) ••• Dive into your work or errands knowing that somehow, someone could stop you dead in your tracks. You will want to share with a key person who often adds insight and new ideas. Brainstorm away together.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) •••• Plug your creativity where it counts. Emphasize key priorities daily . If you enjoy day-to-day occurrences, you will be a happier person. Schedule a doctor’s appointment.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) •••• Though you might be slow to get going, trust that you will pick up speed. In fact, your joie de vivre comes out full force, perhaps making you unstoppable once you get going. Others finally seem to be ready to open up.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) •••• Express yourself directly and with determination. Sometimes others test your thinking by asking odd questions. Listen to what is really being said. If you can, cut out of your workday to spend time with family, or just head home.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) •••• Your possessiveness emerges with a child, loved one or a high-risk situation. Communication flourishes later in the day. Someone expresses caring in a meaningful way. You might not believe everything you hear!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) •••• Use the daylight hours to accomplish key priorities. Indulge a family member; treat this person to a long-coveted, not-too-expensive item. Maintaining your budget might more doable when you allow yourself a treat or two.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ••• Become more present with those in your life. Whether it means starting your day late, having a long-overdue discussion or something else, don’t hesitate. As the day gets older, you’ll accomplish more.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) •••• The earlier you get going, the better your day will be. Your energy and ideas peak; you could clear out much of your to-do list. Don’t allow others to slow you down.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) •••• Clear out your must-dos in the earlier part of the day. Responsibilities keep dropping on you, wherever you are. Take time to organize a get-together or go to a meeting. Don’t be surprised when business turns into pleasure.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) •••• You have a wonderful imagination that carries you to yonder lands and experiences. Use your finely tuned ingenuity and mind to knock an issue out of the ballpark. You will know you are on a winning track.

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