Horoscope
Happy birthday: for Saturday, July 4. Both faithful and proud, you give a lot to a group or cause you believe in, including family. This year is successful but bittersweet due to a loss. You make your mark on the world and help others. If single, because your roots are so important, you become mates with someone from your past. If attached, you are very protective of your partner, who adores you. AQUARIUS teaches you how to be more independent.
Aries (March 21-April 19): ★★★★★ Today ushers in a time of accomplishment. Financial and spiritual riches are multiplying in your life. There has been a lot of financial stress this past year. That is about to change. Fate takes a hand in the direction of your money situation. Tonight:
Celebrate.
Taurus (April 20-May 20): ★★★★★ New horizons are beckoning; a phase of your life is ending. Holiday events emphasizing art and music are especially worthwhile. Imported music and foods have appeal. If these are items you have made, so much the better. Tonight: A genuinely joyful evening.
Gemini (May 21-June 20): ★★★ Today your feelings will be very intense. Add a note of humor if you sense you are coming across as overly opinionated. Be true to yourself, yet sensitive to the needs of companions. Observe others’ facial expressions in order to maintain perspective. Tonight: You relax.
Cancer (June 21-July 22): ★★★★ Today brings a sensitive and sentimental mood to love -- and success to a partner. Photos, scrapbook souvenirs and walks in nature will delight someone you care for. There may be some delays or frustration traveling; use care. Tonight: Matchmaking efforts from relatives.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): ★★★★ An animal who strays to your door may belong to someone. Do not consider him/her a permanent part of your household until after you have found out if a neighbor is missing him/her. Tonight: Honor your body and serve healthy foods.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): ★★★★ A relationship can be in a sluggish or uncertain phase. Make no demands; be a true friend to the one you care for. But your other social prospects are very promising. Tonight: A relationship with someone older or younger could be very successful.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): ★★★ Thoughts will center on home and understanding relatives. Your vitality may be up and down. Be good to yourself. A little extra rest is needed today. You find yourself missing someone. Tonight: Catch up on old emails and calls.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): ★★★★ This is a fortunate day for you. Relationships and finances will be a delight. Associates are competitive however, and some ethical or legal issues may come to the fore. A true pal comes to your rescue and helps resolve a potentially sticky situation. Tonight: Relax.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): ★★★★ Conversations will revolve around business and earning powers. You have energy and enthusiasm, and much can be accomplished today, but do keep irritability in check. Impulsive purchases or hasty financial decisions are not favored. Tonight: Get a good night’s sleep.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan
19): ★★★★★ Step by step, the Goat perseveres, always feeling that the best is yet to come. Old business regarding partnership and legal matters is concluded, and then it is time for you to holiday. Enjoy what happens today. Tonight: Conversations can be a little confusing.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): ★★★★ Your dreams will be especially vivid. Take the time to interpret them, and valuable messages emerge. Untamed places and animals recognize the innermost you. Don’t worry if you are unable to share some of those feelings at present. Tonight: Do good for yourself and for others.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): ★★★ People from the past call or visit. You will feel haunted by an old wish or goal that proved elusive. Be very realistic if you are tempted to give it another try. Practicality provides the best route to success just now. Tonight: Enjoy family time.
Born today: Playwright Neil Simon (1927), singer Bill Withers (1938), gorilla Koko (1971)
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