Today’s Birthday (06/19/15)

This is a power year for creative expression. Expand your networks. Reach out and touch someone. Complete one stage and begin another at home with family after 10/13. Community participation shifts direction after 10/27. Rise a level at work after 3/8. Discover a fun new game after 3/23. Follow your passion and share it.

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 an 8 — Take time for fun. An intensely creative moment flowers naturally. Enjoy a game you like with someone interesting. Get social and go play. Romance blossoms through communication. Work out details while others handle the big picture.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is a 7 — Tell a fascinating tale. Your old skills impress a new crowd. Practice makes perfect. Learn by doing. You can solve a plot puzzle. Refine your speech. Provide motivation. Obsess over details, especially financial. Aim for a larger audience.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is an 8 — Have a conversation with your accountant. A careful work-related investment may be necessary. Take a practical tack. Work on household communications. Work and make money. Provide valuable services at a reasonable rate. Do it for love. Give thanks.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a 9 — You’ve got the power. Streamline your routine. Estimate how much money you need. Your ideas are attracting attention. This could make things a lot more interesting. Someone’s saying nice things about you. You’re getting stronger. Provide leadership.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is a 9 — Finish a project and file the papers. Consider dreams and desires before choosing the next one. Review options, possible outcomes and consequences. Keep your musings in confidence. After you’re clear on the choice, you can make announcements.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is a 6 — You’re thinking fast under pressure. An old friend can provide guidance. Don’t worry needlessly. Retreat from the world until you finish a job. Don’t waste the scraps; recycle or repurpose. Review accounts. Listen carefully to someone experienced.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is an 8 — Participate in a community venture. Invest in your business. Do your best job, and keep clients happy. Share about your latest project. Practice your new skills. Your professional status is on the rise. Word gets around.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is an 8 — Keep your word with your family. Do a job you said you would. Chores won’t do themselves. There’s plenty of work, but you can manage it. Send love to someone who loves you. Crazy dreams seem possible.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is a 9 — The news affects your decisions today. Adapt to circumstances. Clean and make repairs. Reschedule as necessary. Don’t try new tricks. Stick with what worked before. Explore and study. Call in reinforcements. Keep your side of the bargain.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is an 8 — Go over your budget and discover you’re worth more than you thought. Buy locally and save on shipping. Pay back a favor. Invest in home, family and real estate. Plan for the long term.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is a 9 — Consult with experts. Review instructions and notes. Get intimately involved in a collaborative project. Simplify the language. Keep costs down. Follow someone who knows what they’re doing. Support them and be supported. A partner has what you lack.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is a 9 — Your workload’s getting more intense, as your recent excellent work reflects well on you. Travel may be required. Change your work habits to adapt to the increased flow. Complete time-sensitive correspondence. Keep your sense of humor.