Today’s Birthday (05/29/15)hg

Communications flow with ease this year. Make connections. Talk, broadcast and publish. Renew old ties. Have patience with someone close. Plan and strategize with a partner for a project after June 14. organize and produce rich rewards.

Bring it all home after October 13. Community efforts gain momentum after October 27. Harvest seeds planted earlier.

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 — It’s not a good time to advance. Waiting is fine, as major changes develop. More work leads to more of a buffer. Inhibit fantasies. Put your fears aside, but don’t show a loved one unfinished work. Apply paint sparingly.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is a 9 — Take advantage of the temporary confusion. Rely on someone you trust when controversy arises. Stick with the thing you have over a better-sounding fantasy. Wait to discuss upcoming expenditures. A female brings harmony. Soothe with delicious flavors.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is an 8 — Keep your objectives in mind, even in chaos. Watch for technical errors. Don’t gamble with the rent. Avoid travel and traffic. Ask for help without complaining. Schedule carefully and confirm before leaving. A magnetic attraction pulls. It could get romantic.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a 7 — Find what you need nearby. Peace and quiet suits you fine. Respond to new information after careful appraisal. Postpone expansion. Work and travel clash. Put in corrections. Avoid stepping on someone’s toes. Relax and take it easy.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is an 8 — Pay attention to family finances. File and keep accounts current. Avoid arguing about money. Stick to facts. Someone seems grumpy. Investigate the numbers and find ways to save. Profits could be higher than expected. Stick to practical priorities.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is a 9 — You have what others want. Don’t be hasty. Keep your credit cards locked up. Consider your presentation. Present your argument tactfully. Don’t base plans on fantasies. Stick to practical priorities. Help a creative person focus. Take care of your friends.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is a 9 — A disruption at work could get expensive. Check for changes and avoid cost overruns. Admit your limitations. Follow through on your promises, without frills. Take pictures of the situation for proof. They could come in handy later.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is a 7 –– Chaos and distractions swirl today. It could get expensive. Wait for a better time for travel, romance or financial bargaining. Take it easy. Reconfirm appointments and meetings. Call if you’ll be late. Rest and let your mind wander.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is a 7 — Exert just enough force to get a job done. Do the minimum and avoid wasting efforts. Restraint serves you well. Guard against overeating or overspending. Conflict and arguments arise if you let them. Take things slow today.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is an 8 — A new contraption isn’t reliable. Temporary setbacks and delays could plague travels. Allow extra time for the unforeseen today. Proceed cautiously to avoid costly mistakes. A change in plans could require adaptation. A quiet night at home suits you fine.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is a 9 — Things seem unstable. Don’t touch savings. Minimize risks. Financial conflicts spark if you give them fuel. Get into creative work and postpone big meetings or deadlines. Organize, clean and sort. File papers. Get quietly productive.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is a 7 — Settle into some tranquility. Meditation or a dream reveals a new direction. Use your common sense. In a confrontation, listen for the gold. Work out a contentious situation for unforeseen options. No need to decide now. Consider all angles.