Today’s Birthday (06/05/16). Home and family keep you grounded this year. Seeds planted now bring long-term benefit. Begin a two-year passionate phase in September, as you navigate new situations at home and work. Unexpected communications in February lead to professional breakthroughs. Partnerships flower with love and attention:

 Aries (March 21-April 19)

— Today is a 7 — School issues require attention today and tomorrow. Devote time, money and energy to classes. A lesson learned the hard way wakes you up. Review and revise your procedures. Love triumphs.

 Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is a seven — Express your message and get it out there. Networking, publishing, writing and art flourish over the next two days. Get creative. Learn new tricks while practicing skills you already have.

 Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is an eight — Financial awareness is a priority. More income is possible today and tomorrow. Here’s where you start making profits. Stick to your budget, and use creativity. Changes lead to more changes. Set long-range goals.

 Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a nine — Keep it respectful as you step into the spotlight. You’re more confident over the next few days, with the Moon in your sign. Manage personal matters. Take charge, and keep everyone on track.

 Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is a five — It’s easier to finish old projects today and tomorrow. Get into a philosophical frame of mind. Private self-examination reveals hidden blind spots. Slow down and contemplate. Meditate on a conundrum

 Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is a seven — Friends are a big help today and tomorrow. You see a way to divide up the necessary tasks more equitably. Waste nothing. Schedule time together. Make future plans, and discuss wishes and goals.

 Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is a seven — You’re attracting the attention of an important person. Focus on career advancement over the next two days, and expand your territory. Private time conflicts with public duties. Harmony is a necessity.

 Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is a seven — The next two days are good for expanding your territory. Enjoy a two-day adventurous phase. Travel and explore, through your own experience or that of another. Get out and investigate.

 Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is a six — Manage family finances today and tomorrow. A lack of funds could threaten your plans. Check expenses and income, and balance your budget to suit the circumstances. Consider insurance, legal matters and investments.

 Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is an eight — Accept a challenge. The next two days are good for negotiations and compromise with a partner. Refine the plan. Share confidences, and keep them. Support and inspire each other.

 Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is a nine — Prepare for a busy few days. Your work is in demand. Juggle existing commitments with new orders by writing everything down. Your schedule is your friend. Note changes in real time.

 Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is a seven — There’s more time for love over the next few days. Rest and have fun. Hang around someone who shares an enthusiasm. Indulge your obsessions and geek out together.

(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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