Check your friendship status, Aries

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Updated: February 27, 2012 8:04AM

Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012: You have a very appealing manner that draws many people to you. However, because you are surrounded by so many admirers, often jealousy comes into play. Be careful as to what you promise, and make sure you are clear about your expectations and desires. If you are single, you might commit to someone, only to suddenly find the bond volatile. Try to avoid commitment this year. Learn to respect your sweetie’s perspective, and peace will be restored. PISCES spends money differently than you do.

The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive;3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

★ ★ ★ ★: You might want to pull back and get a better understanding of a friendship. This person sometimes goes overboard. Anger develops when you least expect it. Could someone expect more than you can give?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★: Being driven points a venture toward success. Another person’s creative idea might backfire. No matter how nice you are when you nix this concept, the end results could be volatile. Do not spend too much energy on this issue.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

★ ★ ★ ★: Be as upbeat as you can when dealing with a higher-up or boss. Listen to feedback. On a personal level, your home life could be disruptive. Do not take the events here into your professional life. Focus on your public image.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

★ ★ ★ ★: You see a situation much differently than a partner. Through what might be animated conversation, you come to terms. If you detach, you see this person’s caring. Otherwise, anger could be the result. Know you are cared about.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

★ ★ ★ ★: Be sensitive to your needs financially. A close partner might have a different perspective and interests. This person has a very caring manner that often ropes you in. Know your limits, and be willing to say “no.”

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

★ ★ ★: Recognize how easily triggered you are. Pull back rather than lose your temper. Words spoken could cause a problem and cannot be taken back. A partner or another person you are financially tied to triggers strong reactions.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

★ ★ ★ ★: Sitting on strong feelings could be difficult. Pick and choose the timing to release your aggravation. Go back to the original issue. Others keep requesting your help with various projects. Toss yourself into at least one.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

★ ★ ★ ★: You are all smiles, no matter how you look at a situation. A friend might be aggressive about you pursuing a certain path. You know how to say no, but in this case, it might not be heard. Trust your judgment.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

★ ★ ★ ★: Take a serious look at a schedule change. You clearly cannot do as you desire with your present commitments. Though you may not see the path immediately, it is there. Brainstorm with a buddy.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

★ ★ ★ ★: Make calls, schedule meetings and do not forget to make or confirm weekend plans. You could be overwhelmed by all that you have to do. News coming in from a distance could trigger a strong reaction. Sort fact from fiction.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★ ★ ★: Only you can decide what to do with your funds. You do not always have to defer to a partner. You care a lot about this person, regardless of how volatile he or she might be, yet you do not have to say yes all the time.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★: Beam in others. Make a decision about who would be best to go to an event or begin a project with. Honor what you feel, and it all works out. One person could become quite irritated. You cannot change his or her reaction, but you also do not need to react!