Today’s Birthday (05/10/15). Your heart’s at home this year. Health is your greatest wealth. Nurture family. Careful reflection shows you the changes to make after 6/14, with Saturn direct. Home investments pay long-term benefit. An autumn romance opens fun new possibilities after 10/13. A peaceful retreat would satisfy after 10/27. Create the perfect nest for your 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 7 — Invest in your own home. Get more efficient with resources. Duty competes with fun for your time. An authority figure provides useful guidance. Stick to old rules. Rely on solid foundation. Cut the rest. Reduce excess stuff.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today is a 7 — Listen carefully. You’re learning something fascinating. Your experience proves useful. Share the ways that have worked for you. Be patient if someone doesn’t get it at first. Keep practicing to improve your routine. You may get lucky.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

 Today is an 8 — You have something old of great value. Controversy arises. Postpone romance until resolved. Play by the rules and profit. Use your experience. Finances become more optimistic, especially when you’re clear what you have. Share what you’re learning.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Today is a 7 — Arrange travel plans carefully. What you need is nearby. Check work orders for changes. Maybe you can meet virtually rather than in person. Keep communication channels clear. Accept a disappointment gracefully and a pleasant surprise with joy.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today is an 8 — You’re especially attractive. Stash your surplus in a safe place. Build up your safety net. Work with a strong partner. Support each other. Track steps and milestones, so you don’t forget something important. Wait and a mystery resolves.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today is a 9 — Scrape together the cash for the class. Expand your creativity. Take small, steady steps toward a dream. An old friend can help with useful experience and influence. Be willing to work. Your reputation grows. You’re surrounded by love.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today is a 7 —  Consider your priorities. Your status is on the rise. Speculate on optimal pathways. Start writing them down. Include health practices in your schedule. Research the standard protocol. Get expert assistance. Patiently review the data. Imagine the possibilities.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today is a 7 — Climb a hill. You get farther with a boost. The more you do, the more you’re in demand. Be diplomatic. Give yourself room to stretch. Everybody wants your attention … you’re magnetically attractive. Hopefulness and confidence increases. Exchange love tokens.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today is an 8 — Don’t take on too much simultaneously. Choose privacy over publicity. Friends help you find the expert you need. Join forces with a female. More is better if it’s income. The more you save, the more confident you become.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Today is a 9 — Spend more time at home. Don’t take on too much. Temporary overwhelm tells you to slow down. Stay out of someone else’s fuss. Enjoy a change in scenery without going far. Research more before launching. Get together with an old friend.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today is a 9 — Competition or romance? You have what someone wants. Show appreciation for another’s efforts. Practice increases perfection. Win your heart’s desire by anticipating and sidestepping obstacles. Lose yourself in the game. Get down to the bare essence.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Today is a 6 — Invest in efficiency. Create new resources. Partner with an elder who knows what they’re doing. Stash the excess and keep in action. Pace yourself and your team. Take frequent breaks. An attractive challenge calls to you. Follow your heart.

(Astrologer Nancy Black continues her mother Linda Black’s legacy horoscopes column. She welcomes comments and questions on Twitter, @lindablack. For more astrological interpretations visit www.lindablack.com and www.nancyblack.com)

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