Today’s Birthday (10/28/14)

. This is the year to tackle long-held personal goals and dreams. Doors that seemed stuck now open. Don’t get complacent about money that flows with greater ease (especially after 12/23)… keep strengthening foundations and accounts. Creative work pays well. Fun over springtime leads to a thoughtful phase. Balance work with play, for vitality and harmony. Sing out for love.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

— Today is a 9 — Contribute to your savings, like you’ve been dreaming. Take on new responsibilities today and tomorrow. Others get motivated by your leadership. Talk about money, and make decisions you’ve been considering. Squirrel some away for a rainy day.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is a 9 — Share a dreamy escape with your partner today and tomorrow. Compassion arises naturally. Brainstorm and generate new possibilities. You can sell an idea now. Use charm and persuasion. Paint a picture in glowing color. Relax and enjoy it.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is a 9 — Venture farther out in your thinking. Examine financial facts carefully, and plan for a future dream. Imagine new strategies, and consider new opportunities. Do a good deed. Soothe nerves with physical exercise. Envisioning can energize.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a 9 — Set long-range goals with your family and partner. Prepare for venturing forth. Pay off a debt. Circumstances dictate one destination. Gather up earnings, and feed your savings habit. It could get sweetly romantic.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is a 9 — Your partner appreciates your clarity. Time to get busy! No more procrastination. What do you truly want? Consider preposterous suggestions. You’re getting smarter. Your hard work pays off. Profit from meticulous service. Follow a financial hunch.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is a 9 — Imaginative work pays off. Finish work early today and tomorrow, after you get farther than expected. Opportunity arises out of the ether. What’s wanting to happen? Simmer in a creative stew of heart-felt possibilities.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is a 9 — Believe in your team. Set a new course, and launch it from home. You’re forced to be practical, and that’s good. Support your partner too. Encourage each other regarding dream careers and homes. Invest for love.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is a 9 — Talk about your dreams and passions. Speculate wildly. Imagine different scenarios. A creative possibility gets revealed. Begin a new educational phase. Take a walking tour. Clean up messes. Get your friends involved. Start a new campaign.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is a 9 — What would you do if money were no object? Daydreaming and fantasy reveal an actual opportunity. Imagine the most fun, fascinating way to occupy your time, and look for where you’re already doing that. Schedule to include more.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) —

Today is a 9 — Watch out, world! Together with friends, you can take on something big. Negotiate for favorable terms. Apply for a grant. It’s a good time to ask for money. Your work has been noticed. Love finds a way.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is a 9 — Everything seems possible. Let yourself ponder today and tomorrow. Consider your dream career. What if you could do anything? What skills would that require? Look to see how to shift current practices. Ask your partner the same questions. Go inspiration mining.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is a 9 — The crew’s discussing epic adventures and dream exploration. Include some of that into your work, without losing focus. Participate in the fun after chores. Get social; friends can help with an obstacle. Find what you need nearby.