horoscope BORN TODAY:Boxer

For Friday, June 30, 2017: ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You might be focused on your responsibilities, whereas a friend is busy making plans for the coming weekend. Do not criticize this person; instead, try to clear out as much as you can in order to join him or her. You’ll be much happier as a result. Tonight: Celebrate the weekend!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You might have the best intentions for how to spend the next 24 hours. Pace yourself and refuse to accept any more responsibilities or requests that could tie you up. Free up some time as soon as you can, as you have a lot you would like to do. Tonight: Invite loved ones over.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

You could be deep into your social and romantic life, at least in your head. You might have difficulty being present in the moment. The best solution would be to call it a day early. Return a friend’s call before formalizing your plans. Tonight: By all means, let your hair down.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Follow through on your priorities, and don’t allow others to distract you. All the recent talk about your weekend plans might be on your mind and could be distracting you from certain tasks. Clear out as much as you need to. Tonight: Meet a friend out, but head home early.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

You seem to be in sync with others right now. An emotional element could be causing a problem for you, whether you choose to discuss this issue or not. Keep communication flowing, and make no intense commitments just yet. Give yourself time. Tonight: In the limelight.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Take a hard look at your budget before heading out the door. You might be having company over or want to fuss over an area in your home that needs updating. Knowing your limits will be necessary. Others seek you out en mass. Tonight: In the whirlwind of living.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

The Moon in your sign adds to your radiance and appeal. You could feel as if someone has stopped you in your tracks when you meet him or her for the first time. Recognize how different this person might be from you. Tonight: Go for what you really want.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You have a reputation for being discreet, which is probably why so many people confide in you. You’ll hear news that you know to not be true because of being a confidant of one of the people involved. Figure out what you need to do in this situation. Tonight: Play it low-key.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Emphasize the positives of being as busy as you are. During the day and at work, you not only have support of those who can give you feedback, but you also have company for anything you might decide to do. Let others know they are appreciated. Tonight: Greet the weekend well!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

A respected loved one is likely to request your presence at a get-together. You won’t be able to say no, but you might wish to be free to do other things. Let go of concerns, as you can’t change what is happening. Tonight: Stay on top of what is happening wherever you are.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You might be on top of a situation, but someone in your immediate environment wants to test your ideas to see whether they are workable. Be open to constructive criticism, and you’ll have a better outcome. Demonstrate that you are not always rigid. Tonight: Take off ASAP.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

A friend comes through for you and makes your day. You can’t seem to thank him or her enough. You have several people in your life who prove to be very supportive. A child or new friend might steal your attention from more boring tasks. Tonight: Welcome more romance.

Mike Tyson (1966), former U.S. first lady Elizabeth Monroe (1768)

For Saturday, July 1, 2017:

This year you value your domestic life even more, if that is possible. You are aware of a need you have to be more independent and a self-starter. If you are single, you will want a meaningful relationship; do not settle for less. If you are attached, you and your sweetie emphasize your domestic life together. You might even take cooking classes together, or remodel your home.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Defer to others who seem to demand that they get the attention they desire. You might find a parent or boss to be very controlling and difficult. Maintain a sense of humor around touchy people; otherwise, you’ll see your frustration emerge.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Honor a change of pace. You might not want to go out as much as you usually do. Be aware of your limitations when dealing with a loved one who wants a different outcome than you do, whether it is in choosing dinner or making plans.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Your sense of direction helps you decide who, what and where. You could be too tired to continue as you have been. Do yourself a favor and indulge in a nice, long nap; this is also your weekend. Stay on top of the moment.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Spend all the time you want at your favorite place. Invite a friend or loved one over as you make a favorite meal or throw a party. Your effort to help make this person feel more comfortable is likely to pay off.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

You will want to slow down a little right now. Consider taking some much-needed personal time. Perhaps you pushed yourself too hard to achieve certain results this past week. At this point, you might feel the need for some extra R and R.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Curb a tendency to overindulge in some way just because it is the weekend. Instead of going on autopilot, choose what you want to do and with whom. You and a close loved one naturally have a good time whenever you’re together. Tonight: Choose a favorite stressbuster.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You could be on cloud nine right now. If you don’t want to be pulled down from this euphoric mood, be sensitive to those around you. Refuse to indulge a controlling individual, and avoid a disagreement that someone starts just for fun.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Make it OK to choose your own company, even if someone else calls you a snob as a result. You also just might want to spend the next few days quietly with a trusted loved one. Don’t let anyone prevent you from doing what you want.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You might already have made a decision as to what you’d like to do, but another invitation is likely to come forward. Know that you can easily change your plans. You will need to be more sensitive to a loved one in order to keep the peace.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Reach out to an older friend or family member. Spending more time with this person will mean more to him or her than you can imagine. Take off together for a movie or concert. Be sure to return any important calls later in the day.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Defer to someone whom you care a lot about. This person might live many miles away, but you still can maintain a sense of closeness just from talking to him or her. A conversation on the phone will make you feel as if you have just seen each other.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Deal with a loved one directly. You will have such a good time together that, if you can, you will arrange to spend the remainder of the day together. You have a lot of news to catch up on. Slow down and listen to what is being shared.

BORN TODAY

Princess Diana of Wales (1961), author George Sands (1804), actress Liv Tyler (1977)

For Sunday, July 2, 2017:

This year you could be as changeable as the Moon’s phases and the tides. Some people could be drawn to your moodiness. You certainly are never boring! If you are single, you have a magnetic quality that draws many potential suitors toward you. Do not commit until you know someone well. If you are attached, the two of you often struggle to find some middle ground. Your life together will be filled with lots of variety. SCORPIO can be a fun and interesting playmate, though he or she also can be sarcastic and demanding.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You could be more explosive than you realize! Your anger emerges as a result of a system or structure that is imposed upon you. You might want to change the status quo, at least for a while. Your rants are likely to be heard by many.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Get as much done as possible. You might go back and forth about how much you want to give of your time and talent. You probably need to define your limits and boundaries -not only for others, but also for you. You tend to say “yes” too easily.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Your playfulness emerges in the morning. You draw others to you when you express your childlike personality. Be spontaneous with your time. By the afternoon, a project gains importance; focus on it. Make time to run some errands.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Your playfulness emerges in the afternoon, after some quiet time at home. Your family rallies around you, and together you might start up a game of Scrabble or some other fun activity. You naturally encourage others to get together.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Make calls in the morning. You might wonder about several statements you hear. Differences of opinion could color your thinking. Spend time with a family member in the evening. Your attention is more important to this person than you realize.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Be careful about your choices in the morning, especially as it might be hard to come to an agreement about plans with someone else. You could be upset by the unpredictability of a partner or loved one.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You wake up ready and willing to enjoy the day. A friend or loved one might want some more of your time and attention. Make a visit possible, even if you cannot get together today. Be aware of your budget and spending habits.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You could feel out of sorts when dealing with someone you don’t often see. A friend or loved one is likely to become very controlling. This person might tell you that it’s his or her way or the highway. You have a choice to make.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov, 22-Dec.21)

Use the daylight hours to encourage a friend to go along with your ideas. The unexpected allows greater creativity to emerge. Listen to any feedback you get with discretion.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You might be tired of not making the impression you would like to. A conversation with someone more sophisticated than you is likely to help you come with a solution. A friendship could be quite demanding. Think carefully about your feelings.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Keep reaching out for answers. You also will want to stop and have a discussion with a friend at a distance. The more ideas you work with, the better your plans or decision will be. Do your best not to irritate an older relative or friend.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Reach out to a loved one who often does not see eye to eye with you. You could be stunned by what you hear. Give this person some time to rethink his or her reaction. Consider taking a drive into the country for the afternoon.

BORN TODAY

Former U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Thurgood Marshall (1908), businessman Dave Thomas (1932), poet Hermann Hesse (1877)