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Today’s Birthday (04/19/16). Love is the name of the game this year. Schedule a vacation together for after 5/9. Make long-term educational plans, and relax after 8/13. Homework ? Family gains after 9/1 lead to a turning point in a community effort after 9/16. Follow your passion.

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 six — For the next month, with the Sun in Taurus, knowledge rises. Collaborative efforts go farther today and tomorrow. Take the shortest route. Postpone travel and shipping. Setbacks are part of the process.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is an eight — Focus on work today and tomorrow. Your self-confidence increases for the next four weeks, with the sun in your sign. You’re in your own element. You have the advantage.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is a five — Rest and relax over the next two days. Take extra time for peaceful contemplation this month, with the sun in Taurus. Finish old work. Get more done behind closed doors.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a seven — Home improvements have your attention today and tomorrow. It’s party time over the next month, with the sun in Taurus. You’re especially popular. Invite friends over and share the results of your efforts.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is a seven — You learn especially quickly today and tomorrow. For the next four weeks, with the Sun in Taurus, advance your educational agenda. School matters move to the front burner.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is a seven — The next two days could be successful. Don’t let it slip through your fingers. Travel beckons this month. Expand an exploration. Study your route and options at your destination.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is an eight — You’re getting stronger today and tomorrow. Make educational plans this month, with the Sun in Taurus. Plan for the future. The more organized you get, the more you save. Sort, count and file.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is a six — Relax and enjoy an organizational project today and tomorrow. Close out old files. Clear space for new possibilities. Collaboration is key this month, with Sun in Taurus. Rely on each other for support.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is an eight — Enjoy a two-day social phase. Your work suits you for the next month, with the Taurus Sun. It’s easier to get the job done. Take extra care of your physical well-being, with your busy schedule.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is a seven — A educational challenge has your focus today and tomorrow. Take advantage of an opportunity. You’re lucky in love, romance and games over the next month. Practice your talents. Pursue matters of the heart.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is a six — Study, research and travel for an answer over the next two days. A home situation could disrupt your workflow over the next month, with the Sun in Taurus. Improvements begin with a big mess.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is a five — To avoid a potential educational problem, play the game exactly by the book. Tackle detailed chores today or tomorrow. Communications and research thrive over the next month. Write, record and broadcast your message.

(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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