Horoscopes: Wednesday, May 13

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
You paint rosy pictures to sell your ideas. A
reality check is needed now and then but
generally speaking, your methods work. Once you
gain acceptance from others, processing plans is
easy.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
The planets encourage you to expand. Set
ambitious short-range goals but remember to
balance vision with common sense. A window of
opportunity may open briefly and you must be well
prepared.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Deal with problems quickly and move on.
Adversity makes you stronger, wiser and less
inclined to place limitations on yourself or
other people. Mercury the mind planet provides
answers as well as witty comments.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Scars of the past are gradually being erased.
Current planetary energy presents further
potential for emotional healing and happier
endings. An apology, good news or pleasant
encounter lifts your spirits further this week.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Self-discipline is your strong suit. Old habit
patterns are more easily broken and long-held
beliefs can be cast aside for more up-to-date
principles. An impending shake-up is deemed
long overdue.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
As you turn over a new leaf, personal
circumstances quickly improve. The planets
invoke change and confidence but there is also an
element of luck to help you across the line.
Take bold action.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Your power base is slightly eroded. There is
enough evidence to suggest you can rebuild
respect and your reputation but you have to work
smarter not harder. Sacrifice a few leisure
hours.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
An ability to pre-empt problems comes courtesy of
your inbuilt radar. You get the jump on others
by making using special talents in wise and
worthy ways. New beginnings in relationships are
indicated.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
A sense of urgency replaces feelings of apathy.
Mars lights your fire and you take charge rather
than relying on others for direction. Physical
energy is your secret weapon but pacing yourself
is critical.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
You hold your nerve in unpredictable
circumstances. Intuition tells you that panic is
uncalled for and risks are part of life.
Guidance comes from unusual or unexpected
sources, so remain alert.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Stretching your mind makes it easier to resolve
issues. You have all the answers but must look
beyond the obvious to access them. Let your head
rule your heart and surround yourself with deep
thinkers.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
A little fancy footwork gets you out of trouble.
Diversion is the best form of defense today,
especially when people are snapping at your
heels. Opposing forces in the domestic area also
require deft handling.

YOUR DAY
Some people sum up situations at a glance, others
take time to ponder. Either way, it is important
to work at your own pace and play to personal
strengths. Correct decisions can then be made.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
You break the back of a situation and then move
full steam ahead. Co-operation from friends,
family and associates is icing on the cake. The
year ahead looks like being fairly calm.