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Today’s Birthday (10/21/18). You’re especially flush this year. Regular attention at home builds lasting rewards. Discover a gift together. A winter family success inspires new directions with a group project. Your professional reputation grows this summer, before domestic plans shift focus. Tend your garden with love.
To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.
ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19) -- Today is a 5 -- Private introspection soothes and relaxes. Enjoy beautiful music and surroundings. Take a philosophical view on the past. Consider an inspiring future direction, and plot your moves.
TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Opportunities for growth and expansion come through your friends and community networks. Brainstorm and collaborate. Share resources for a common cause. Set goals high.
GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Assume greater responsibility. A challenge has your focus. Follow an elder’s advice. Provide motivation to your team. Do the work and profit. Measure the progress.
CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Expand your horizons, through first-hand experience or through the views of another. Show a skeptic about love, freedom and beauty. Share a lovely discovery.
LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Set the stage for financial growth. Prepare your portfolio, and keep files and accounts in order. Pay bills and generate funds. Collaborate with your partner.
VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- You’re more powerful, strong and resilient with your partner’s shared support. Make a delightful discovery together. Listen and compromise. Build and create something wonderful.
LIBRA ( SEPT. 23- OCT. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Keep the wheels in motion. Maintain momentum. You have a secret power source. Put heart and muscle into your work. Enjoy a walk outside.
SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21) -- Today is an 8 -- Relax and enjoy the company of people you love. Work and play together. Get out and explore your own back yard. Share secrets with someone attractive.
SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Clean and decorate your rooms. Create a soothing space for comfort, rest and sustenance. Consider color, texture and practical usage. Find a treasure.
CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19) -- Today is a 7 -- Rely on another’s expertise. Test their hypothesis. Study, research and share your findings. Grasp the practical implications. Creative expression flowers. Let your inspiration flow.
AQUARIUS ( JAN. 20- FEB. 18) -- Today is a 9 -- A profitable project has your focus. Stick to the budget, nonetheless. Siphon a cash flow trickle into savings. Make plans for the future.
PISCES ( FEB. 19- MARCH 20) -- Today is a 9 -- Take charge of your destiny. You’re ready to make changes for the better. Focus on what you want, and take action to make it happen.
(Astrologer Nancy Black continues her mother Linda Black’ s legacy horoscopes column. She welcomes comments and questions on Twitter ,@ linda black. For more astrological nancyblack.com)