Today’s Birthday (03/13/16). Your career thrives with attention this year. Enjoy a power boost. Strengthen your networks to support increased demand before two lucrative years begin on 9/9. Shift family financial strategies after 3/23. Partnership flourishes after 9/1. Change personal priorities after 9/16. Emphasize 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 6 — Begin a good phase for studying over the next two days. Don’t show unfinished work yet. Arguments can spark over stupid stuff. Harmony requires effort. Settle somewhere peaceful and quiet, and do your homework.                                                   Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Today  is an 8 — Focus on finances for a few days. Love empowers you to increase your holdings. Replenish reserves. Get the paperwork done without discussion. A fuss about money could spark. Stay in rather than going out.                                                                     Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today is an 8 — Energy surges are predicted. You’re more assertive and confident for the next two days. Don’t worry about what to do … consider who to be. Look for ways to innovate. Repay a social debt. Express gratitude.                                                                                    Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Today is a 5 — Slow down and consider. Finish your work in private today and tomorrow, from home if possible. Don’t stir up jealousies … keep a low profile. Heed recommendations and warnings. Take future appreciation into account.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Leo (July 23-August 22)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Today is a 6 — Schedule casual gatherings over the next few days. Friends offer good advice. Fantasies may have to be delayed … things don’t need to be elaborate. Avoid stepping on toes. Keep it simple. Discuss plans.                                                                                                      Virgo (August 23-September)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Today is a 6 — Forge ahead. Your influence rises with steady action today and tomorrow. Quiet productivity gets best results. Keep credit cards stashed. Don’t inflate expectations or criticize. Keep comments to yourself. Rest when you can.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Libra (September 23-October 22)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Today is a 5 — Plan an adventure or exploration for the next two days. Research the itinerary, and make reservations. Take family into consideration. It doesn’t need to be expensive. Eat simply. There’s no need to hurry or splurge.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Scorpio (October 23-November 21)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Today is an 8 — Work out numbers with your partner. An unattended budget can leak. Don’t spend on stuff you’re not using. Weed out unused subscriptions or services. Follow instructions, rules and guidelines. File taxes and financial documents.                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Today is a 6 — Work with your partner over the next few days. If irritated, take a breather. Impulsive reactions could spiral. Guard against overspending or overeating. Keep patient. Listen to their view. Relax together without agenda.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Capricorn (December 22-January 19)                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Today is a 6 — You can get a lot done today and tomorrow. The pace quickens as the workload increases. Stay cozy and comfortable, and keep the tone gentle. Avoid distractions and reactions. Voice your opinions privately.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Aquarius (January 20-February 18)                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Today is a 5 — Schedule time for romance. Choose family over working late. Use your hands with creative arts or crafts. Roll with a temporary clash between love and money. Stifle snarky impulses. Have fun today and tomorrow.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Pisces (February 19-March 20)

Today is a 6 — Home and family demand more attention today and tomorrow. Your partner has good ideas. Rediscover a long lost friend. Catch up on the latest news. Show appreciation to someone who helped you.

(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 Linda Black Horoscopes and www.nancyblack.com)

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