Today’s Birthday (06/16/16)

. It’s all for love and family this year. Partnerships grow with shared efforts. Home transformation this autumn comes before a new career direction arises, and you begin a two-year fun and romantic phase. Revise communication plans for a professional boost over winter. Work together for what you 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 nine — Consider how to use available resources to grow your fortunes for the future. Invest for long-term growth. Find ways to leverage a windfall. You have more than expected. Expand your horizons .

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is a nine — Together, you go farther. The better you feel, the better you do. Something you didn’t expect to work actually does. Invest in ability. Stock away the surplus. Ceremonialize the fruit of your collaboration.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is an eight — Move to a quicker pace at work. Unexpected avail come with a rise in demand for your attention. Get creative, and find long-term  outcomes. Use what you gain to benefit your family.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a nine — Follow your heart. Take position of favorable circumstances to raise the fun level. Family, friends and excellent diversions have your attention. Share a dream for the future. Everything seems possible.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is an eight — Take care of home and family. Do what you already know works. Figure out how to make what you want. Cook up something awe-inspiring. Discover unplanned domestic bliss.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is an eight — You’re especially clever and compelling . Ask probing questions. Write your theories and view. Upgrade your skills and technology. Strengthen foundational structures. Good things with long-term benefit come through communication.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is a nine — Keep practicing and your skills improve. You know which way to go. You’re gaining skills and confidence. Focus on bringing home the bacon. An opportunity leads to long-term profit.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is an eight — Provide leadership on a matter of personal passion. You have more resources than you realize. Friends provide support when they get what’s at stake. Invite participation to generate long-lasting benefits.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is a 5 — Lay low and recharge your batteries. Clean up one game before beginning another. Listen for what wants to happen. Make plans for the long-term. Begin new health practices. Rest deeply and well.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is an eight — You don’t have to start from scratch. The resources you need are in your own. Reach out and touch someone. Collaborate for long-term community benefit. Your friends are your inspiration. Celebrate together.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is an eight — Invest in your career. An opportunity presents far-reaching benefit, if you go for it. Get your team motivated, and they propel you to a rise in status. You’re gaining respect.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is a seven — Conditions are better for travel now. A practical partner is your guide. Expand in the direction of least resistance. You can also adapt as you go along. Regenerate 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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