Today’s Birthday (06/09/16). Domestic joys abound this year. Take your partnership up a level. Begin a two-year family, fun and passion phase this autumn. Home renovations or new family members lead to career changes. New directions in communications this winter spark professional breakthroughs. Let your heart lead you.

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 — Enjoy time with family and friends. Teach from your experience. Take a relationship to a new level by having a heart-felt conversation. Passions can surge; focus on love.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 5 — Focus your passion at home, rather than rambling around. Apply your expertise on a household issue. Pool your resources to improve your living conditions. Don’t spend impulsively; aim for simplicity.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 5 — Discuss the game with your team. Friends offer good advice. Ask for a truthful analysis before making your choice. Provide leadership, and stay within your budget. Set guidelines and rules.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is an 8 — Cash flow is increasing. Keep calm, and keep track of what’s coming and going. Make estimates and budgets. Words and actions don’t always line up. Slow down and sit still when you can.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 6 — A conflict of interests could derail the action. Maintain objectivity. Keep digging to get to the bottom of the situation. You’ve got the confidence to investigate the money trail. Collect what’s due.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 5 — Get sucked into the comforts of home rather than traveling. Peace and quiet suit your mood. Rest and putter around. Daydreams and philosophical dilemmas entertain you. Chase the blues away with music.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 7 — Hold meetings to strategize with your teammates. Plan your moves and make sure everyone’s on the same page. Keep private matters to yourself. Balance intensity with peace.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 7 — You can instigate a change for the better. Provide excellent service, and keep your temper even if someone else loses his or hers. There’s a challenging obstacle, but rich reward beckons if you succeed.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 7 — You can go, but watch your step. Listen to the voice of experience. Find hidden beauty when least expected. Keep quiet about finances or touchy subjects. Ride a power surge.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Work with your partner to manage shared financial obligations. Patiently avoid an argument. Handle routine paperwork like taxes and insurance, and then reward each other with something more fun.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 7 — Let your partner drive for a while. Keep speeches brief and expenses low. Delegate whatever tasks you can give away. The job you’re managing is too big for one person alone.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 7 — Chaos at work requires a cool head. Avoid distractions. Get help from your team. Take a survey to assess the situation from multiple views. Remind people of their agreements. Completion leads to new status.

(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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