Horoscope: May 16

Aries (March 21-April 19): You’re friendly, which counts more than being knowledgeable or able. People want to make a connection, and you do this beautifully.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): You’re a bit of a provocateur. Sometimes it’s reassuring when others have a big reaction to you. It means that you’re really being heard.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): You’re excited to be a part of the communal activity, but you’re not one of the crowd. You never lose touch with your identity and moral sense.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Smart questions open the way for huge benefits instead of small improvements.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Once you were told that you couldn’t do it. That was wrong information from someone who didn’t know any better. You have a chance to prove you can do it.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your control over those in your environment is limited. This is good news since the most enjoyable person to direct is you.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): The respect of your peers will please you, but not as much as the respect of your family. Even those who usually don’t “give it up” are doing a good job of it.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): There is so much automation in the world that it might amaze you to receive a human response to your questions.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): An old rivalry resurfaces, but you don’t even care about the ancient issue anymore and may wonder how you ever did.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The magic of romance, like most magic, usually depends on guided focus to pull off the illusion. But sometimes you get lucky and it clicks – like today.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): With a little help from friends, you can catch up on all that’s been lagging.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): You know how to make others feel comfortable and acknowledged. Throw a party, plan a date – or, at the very least, make a toast to your friends.

Today’s birthday (May 16): A stroke of luck ushers in this new year. This probably involves money. Your creativity shines in relationships. You find lovely ways to express your feelings and receive the expressions of others. July is favored for travel. Professional obstacles are conquered in September. Leo and Virgo adore you. Your lucky numbers are 46, 30, 1, 27 and 17.

Holiday Mathis writes her column for Creators Syndicate Inc. The forecast should be read for entertainment.