LITTLE ROCK — Happy birthday. When you know why you are doing something, the rest is a no-brainer. This year you answer the “why” question in many areas of your life, starting with your central relationships. You’ll seal a deal in February.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Why do the actions of your loved ones affect your self-image? Because youridentity is entangled in your various roles.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You are fortunate, and you know that. Now, if you could only stop yourself from being so critical of all the bounty around you.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21): A secret burns on your tongue, and your social environment provides the comfort level that may inspire you to spill itl. But tomorrow, the skies will change. So resist telling!
CANCER (June 22-July 22): When you didn’t know the rules, you did whatever you wanted. Now you know the rules, and things seem suddenly difficult. Chill out. Don’t think about it so much.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your loved ones may not seem to appreciate you, but the contribution you make to their lives matters more than you know. Do a private accounting of it.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It’s difficult to pinpoint exactlywhat makes you fall in love with someone.The recipe for romance is as complex as a chocolate souffle, and all of the elements have to work together.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): There is whimsy even in the most conservative aspects of your life.With the moon highlighting your artistic in◊uence on others, you’ll be surprised at how some people act to impress you.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): Carried by the conviction of your dreams, you’ll be tempted to take on huge endeavors.You can do better. Put the word out.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You used to have playtime every day when you were a child. Now it seems rather limited, but it’s every bit as important. Fight for your right to recreate.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Venus will leave your sign tomorrow, taking someone’s expectations with her. Focused on your desire to succeed, succeed you will, regardless of what anyone wants from you.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The moon in your fellow air sign poses a question about your personal life: Should you seize the day and the love it offers, or hold out for the love you really want?
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may feel lost in a sea of options.You usually prefer to feel your way through difficult problems instead of weighing your opportunities on the scale of intellect. Tomorrow brings clarity.
Weekend, Pages 35 on 01/31/2013