YOUR horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019:

This year you could have quite a few options to choose from. You understand the long-term implications and will take those into consideration. Sometimes, the outcomes of your choices will be unexpected. If you are single, be cautious in choosing a sweetie right now. You might pick someone who is emotionally unavailable. If you are attached, the two of you communicate well. Do not forget the importance of some private time alone. GEMINI always wants to know more of what is going on in your life.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You speak your mind and can be excessively chatty. Just be careful not to let the cat out of the bag. Keep a secret hush-hush. Use your energy well to draw many people together, even if a vibrant discussion or disagreement evolves. Tonight: Make weekend plans with friends.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You might be concerned about your finances. Perhaps you went a bit overboard this holiday season. Do not fret -- just pay off your debt. Remember this moment next year before you shop. Anger emerges, but you will be able to pacify yourself. Tonight: Call a friend first.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

You have enough energy to stay up to the wee hours if you so choose. Funnel your energy during the daytime, when you would most benefit from it. You might decide to network or lure a friend out of the blues. Curb a tendency to go overboard. Tonight: The party begins.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You could feel less than terrific right now. Use this time for yourself, if you can. Take a mini break from