HOROSCOPE
JACQUELINE BIGAR

FORECAST FOR WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 2008

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Don't blow a situation out of proportion. Your creativity emerges. You might decide to drive a hard bargain. Your fire sparks others' interest. Investigate different ways to streamline your work. Center before acting. Tonight: Easy works.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Your imagination excels. Investigate alternatives. Make calls and get the ball rolling on a project. You understand the next step, but say no to risk-taking. You will be able to minimize a problem through this procedure. Tonight: Lighten up the mood.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) You might want to try another approach or way of handling a problem. You might have to spend in order to end a problem. Remember, costs can vary. Play Ralph Nader and make sound choices. Tonight: Happy to head home. Now, act like it's your castle.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) You might be more assertive or aggressive than you realize. Your ability to weather a storm and sort through issues comes out. Don't expose someone to your frustration, if possible. Keep communication flowing. Tonight: Hang out with a friend.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Your instincts guide you with a money matter. Rest assured, though you don't have all the answers, you are heading in the right direction. Choose to do nothing halfway, for your sake. You will feel better ultimately. Tonight: In the game of life.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Use newfound energy to complete an important project or make that important call. Your energy level can be heard in your voice. Investigate another's idealism; this person is right. Tonight: In the whirlwind of living.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Pressure builds, but trust yourself to take the right action. Your understanding of a situation might be a lot fuller than you realize. You alone can make a difference. Trust your instincts. Think clearly. Tonight: Work with someone closely.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) News or information from out of left field forces a stronger reaction than intended -- not that you cannot deal with it. Keep your eye on the big picture, and you'll achieve your desired results. Allow more give-and-take between you and others. Tonight: Entertain a suggestion.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) A partner drives a hard bargain. Whether you feel comfortable with his or her action, you will need to deal with it. Irritation could bloom into a fight. You also could have a meaningful discussion. Tonight: In the whirlwind of living.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Someone seems ready for a battle. Detach and try to understand what ails this person. Understanding will give you even more insight into this person and what makes him or her tick. By not reacting, you'll create peace in what could be a hot situation. Tonight: Choose an activity that allows your mind to relax and wander.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) A partner needs to call the shots. You might have mixed feelings. Whatever the case might be, open up to potential change and growth. If you want to continue this bond, you need to go with a swing of power at times. Tonight: Say yes to living.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) You find many people out of kilter, though you seem to make the best of even bad situations. Your resourcefulness sets someone back. He or she wants more of your ingenuity. Be less concerned about a misunderstanding. Tonight: Easy does it.