YOUR horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, July 13, 2018:

This year could be extraordinary, especially if you flow with the stellar energy. Your creativity becomes your signature, no matter what comes down the path. Your magnetism soars. If you are single, you will attract many potential suitors. Your biggest issue will be a tendency to be too me-oriented. If you are attached, the two of you might volley for center stage. Know that you both can share the spotlight if you work as a team. LEO urges you to be more selfcentered.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You'll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

★★★★ You breeze into the afternoon ready for the weekend and feeling unusually creative. Others are drawn to you. Expect the unexpected later in the day. Run with whatever happens. Be sure of yourself, and know that you can handle whatever heads your way. Tonight: Be wild!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

★★ You might feel pressured by a loved one and/or a domestic situation. As a result, you could act out and say or do something shocking. Understand what this action or statement means. You need to honor your boundaries more often. Tonight: Head home at a reasonable hour.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

★★★★★ Handle your finances and other serious matters in the morning, when you naturally are more attentive. As the afternoon approaches, you might be overwhelmed by calls and emails. Make it your pleasure to respond accordingly. Tonight: Decide to do something very different.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

★★★★ You could be in the right mindset to begin the weekend -- that is, until a financial matter becomes a higher priority. You might have to change your plans. A friend or loved one might be disappointed or thrilled, depending on what you are trying to do. Tonight: Count your change.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

★★★★ You might feel off in the morning. Decide to do something just for you. Don't let a mood change your plans. In the afternoon, you'll be energized and ready to go for what you want. You might notice that a loved one wants to keep you with him or her. Tonight: Do your own thing!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

★★★★ Reach out to someone at a distance who is a dear friend. You could have a surprise coming toward you and a change of plans. You might not want to disclose all your news to those around you. You are likely to choose to keep part of your weekend hush-hush. Tonight: Be spontaneous.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

★★★★ Clear out work obligations as quickly as possible. Make calls and confirm plans. A partner or associate could drop some unexpected news on you. Be aware of the importance of relating to others directly. Tonight: Enjoy every moment, especially as you are surrounded by friends.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

★★★★ Follow through on plans to get out of town for the weekend. You might find that a partner or friend creates some uproar about the trip, or perhaps other problems appear. By Sunday, you will need to reappear. Responsibilities will call. Tonight: Celebrate the weekend well.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

★★★★ You could be in the mood to take off on an adventure of sorts. If you can take off early, even better. A change of scenery can only benefit you. A loved one lets you know how important you are to him or her. Flow with the moment. Tonight: Listen to your inner yearnings.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

★★★★ Defer to a partner who has strong ideas that he or she would like you to go along with. Try to let go of your bias and listen carefully. A child suddenly might decide to act up. Get into the moment without making anything heavier than need be. Tonight: Curb being too spontaneous.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★★★★ You will let others run with the ball. You have a lot of loved ones who have a better sense of what works than you do. You could be surprised by what occurs. You will not have to go far from home. Be careful with a secret. You could let the cat out of the bag. Tonight: At home.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

★★★★ Your high energy and spunkiness might dissolve as the day goes on. Others drop some last-minute work on you. You know you are going to have to work late or during the weekend. Free yourself up to do something that you find relaxing. Tonight: Join a friend, even if it is late.

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