Today’s Birthday (06/11/16).

Your home is your castle this year. A romantic relationship transforms. Shift focus toward passion, as autumn brings a two-year phase favoring matters of the heart. Family growth leads to a professional turning point. Discuss enthusiasms over the winter with your circles, and career opportunities sprout. Tend your garden with love.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, zero the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

— Today is a seven — Uncover a structural problem in your work. Something you try or propose falls flat. look through feelings as they are being felt. Choose stability over illusion. Find some peace to meet your deadlines.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is a six — Get into some fun with someone attractive. Question authority, precept the status quo. Imagine how you want things to be, and come up with a plan. Consider all possibilities. Express your love.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is a five — Your home and family crave more attention. Elder generations have a lot to offer. Expect a change of philosophical direction. Build to last. There may be water involved.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a seven — Get into a communications project. Read, write and share your thoughts. Resolve some confusion. Track numbers carefully, as they may not go as expected. Measure the impact of your efforts.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is an eight — There’s potentially more money coming in. Stick to budgeted equipment and expenses. Avoid distractions and irrelevant arguments. Good news comes from far away. Path that were blocked now flow freely.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is an eight — You’re flourishing stronger. Don’t waste effortimpetously. Follow instructions willingly . You don’t have to learn this lesson the hard way. Consider a new outfit or hairstyle. Pamper yourself with small luxuries.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is a five — In a prospective clash with authority, use your own good sense. Find a tranquil corner to settle into. Reduce feelings of stress or overwhelm with meditation, stretching and peace. Go for clarity.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is an eight —  Socialize . Hold meetings, gatherings and parties. Call family if you’ll be home late. Foster new connections and revive old ones. Make promises and keep them. look for options you never knew you had.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is an eight — An upcoming inspection or test requires your focus. Take charge and make things happen. Practice makes perfect; get coaching from an expert. Keep your feet on the ground. You can do this.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is a seven — Things may not go according to plan. Resist the temptation to gamble or splurge. Don’t burn up a fuse; the new route may lead to amazing wonders. Far horizons beckon.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is an eight — Changes necessitate budget revisions. Figure out what matters most to each of you, and focus on shared priorities. New opportunities lead to an interesting treasure . Assume authority, and enlist your partner’s support.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is a six — A partner’s opinion is important. Avoid distractions. Listen to concerns, even if they seem unfounded. Get a clue on what makes another tick. Reality clashes with fantasy. A collaboration could turn romantic.

(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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