your horoscope
Birthday Guy: Actor Hugh Laurie was born in Oxford, England on this day in 1959. This birthday guy’s portrayal of the title role on “House” earned six Emmy nominations. He also played Tom James on “Veep” and starred as Richard Roper on the acclaimed mini-series “The Night Manager.” Laurie will next star in the upcoming mini-series based on the Joseph Heller book “Catch-22.” Aries (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Practice makes perfect. No matter how good you are, there is always room for improvement so avoid becoming too complacent. When faced with several tasks, prioritize them to make the most headway.
Taurus (Apr. 20-May 20): Lend a helping hand. Whether it is a dear friend who needs a sympathetic ear or a stranger in distress, go out of your way to make someone’s life easier. Personal goals may need to be put on hold for now.
Gemini (May 21-June 20): Use your gift of gab. Your verbal talents make it child’s play to break the ice with new acquaintances or convert others to your cause. The lights are all green on the road to romantic bliss and harmony.
Cancer (June 21-July 22): The bigger the dream, the bigger the reward. Don’t set limits on what you can accomplish, as you could be impeding your own progress. Be practical when faced with important financial decisions.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Follow your instincts to find the perfect moment to set the wheels of your latest plan into motion. Let events unfold naturally when getting to know new people, as pressing the issue could prove awkward. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Everything ’s coming up roses. You may find that your latest relationship is much more than a passing fling or romantic pursuits could yield dividends.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Rise to the challenge. Don’t let tensions or hectic deadlines rattle you, as keeping a cool head is the key to thriving under pressure. Giving a maximum effort now could yield lucrative spoils in the immediate future. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A little nudge may be all it takes. There’s no time for diplomacy so it may be necessary to crack the proverbial whip to get things done. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Talk softly and carry a big stick. You don’t have to be a tyrant, but lay down the law if those under your charge need to be motivated. Changes made now could be disastrous so stick with what works.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t settle for second best. Treat every task you take on as if it was the most important endeavor in the world and you’ll quickly gain respect and admiration. Don’t set boundaries on your ambitions.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. While you may not win awards or have thousands filling arenas to see you, you have accomplished much that you can be proud of. Be thankful for what you have.
Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Put the finishing touches on your latest project, even if it means staying past quitting time. You’ll enjoy doing the things you want to do much more when responsibilities have been dealt with. if June 11 is your birthday: You can conquer any challenge through sheer grit and determination as the next two to three weeks unfold. This is not necessarily a good time to take financial risks, but you can produce results by working hard to complete a project or reach a goal. Take a break in August by spending time with a romantic partner or escaping on a relaxing vacation. Some of your ideas may be worth writing down and can inspire you to try something different. Wait until September to make major decisions or changes or to put important plans into motion. During September, you may be wiser than usual and can more easily visualize the consequences of your actions. Once you have put a plan into motion, you will be passionate about seeing it through to completion.