HOROSCOPES BY HOLIDAY

LITTLE ROCK — Happy birthday.

You are both smart and wise. Before you take a step up the career ladder in October, you’ll find out exactly where the step leads and what the new position will entail.

November features new connections and social fun. December brings family close for all the right reasons. March brings a large purchase.Aries and Virgo people adore you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19):

Choose your company carefully. Seek the friendship of those who are straightforward, honest and observant. You will enjoy your relationship with this kind of person for many years to come.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20):

The coupon tells you that you’ve earned a personal shopping day. Of course, buying stuff isn’t usually the kind of thing you think of as hard work. Before you show up to the sale, decide who will really benefit from your purchases.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21):

It’s sure great to be appreciated and valued. Because you realize how wonderful that feels, you’ll be able to support those around you by acknowledging their uniquecontributions.

CANCER (June 22-July 22):

You expect more from your loved ones than you would demand of mere acquaintances. And the closer a person is to you the higher your expectations. Relax today. Cut everyone some slack, and that includes you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22):

You have control over how you appreciate your loved ones.You focus on the things you like and pile on the praise. And every time you do this, it becomes easier for you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

Your temperament is golden. You’ll be an anchor to your friends and family - steadfast and available to listen attentively any time of day or night. Your friendship is a treasure.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23):

You and your loved ones are on the same team. Your tasks are so different at times, and you often do your work on completely different “playing fields,” but you are a team, nonetheless.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21):

Sitting still is not your forte, and yet it benefits you to quiet your mind and body for as long as you can bear it this morning. Inspiration and clarity will strike when you do.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

You will relate well to mature individuals who have their livestogether. And you will relate equally well to those who have plenty of problems, flaws and messes to clean up. You’re an equal opportunity friend.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

There is no need to watch what you say. Your words will follow your mind, and your mind will follow your heart. As long as you are coming from a loving place, all will be well.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

For some, it’s easy to feel like life is hard and they are down and out, even when that’s not really the case. Your mood, on the other hand, will be like a buoy that’s more or less impossible to sink.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20):

What you want to accomplish by the end of the day and what you actually have time for are two very different things. You’ll strike a happy medium, though, and ultimately will be proud of your productivity.