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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday, July 9, 2017:

This year you go back and forth with your opinions. Though you are generally reliable, you could drive some people a little wild with frustration. Learn to empathize with others more often and understand where they are coming from. If you are single, you attract many people. In general, the opposite sex finds you to be very appealing. If you are attached, your relationship is likely to experience many ups and downs. You and your significant other need to accept your differences and understand that you both can be right, even if you have different approaches. CAPRICORN helps guide you emotionally.

A baby born today has a Sun in Cancer and a Moon in Capricorn.

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)

The Full Moon could encourage you to ### do more, or you might decide to completely withdraw and hide out. You would be well-advised to choose your words with care. Avoid controversy with those in charge or with those who dominate your life. Tonight: Just say “yes.” :You easily can bypass any roadblocks. This Week

TAURUS( April 20- May 20)

You hear news that encourages you to pick up the phone and share your opinions. You quickly will discover that many people around you have different opinions and ideas. Consider their views, and be willing to rethink your own perspective. Tonight: As you like it. :Deal with an irate friend Monday. This Week

GEMINI( May 21- June 20)

A disagreement could arise between you and someone else. You might not agree on a budgeting issue. Your anger could come to the surface. Recognize that you need to separate your funds, especially if you hit difficult periods frequently. Tonight: Out late.

Do not back off from a problem that involves This Week: communication.

CANCER( June 21- July 22)

You’ll hear a lot of different opinions, and as a result, it could change how you feel about a recent conversation. Try to keep the discussion a conversation and not an argument, and the resolution will appear much faster. Learn to respect others’ views. Tonight: Stop debating!

Solutions appear if you refuse to run away This Week: from a problem.

LEO( July 23- Aug .22)

You’ll opt for a quiet day spent at home. You could be in a position where you might want to cancel any activity that throws you into a group setting. You have a lot on your mind. A child or loved one might disappoint you. Tonight: You can say “no” for only so long.

:You need to give up control to get results. This Week

VIRGO( Aug .23- Sept .22)

A new friend might steal center stage and want to take control. You could feel as if an important matter needs to be handled, but you’ll need to come to an agreement with this person first. A loved one might be full of him- or herself. Tonight: Be a little naughty.

An obstacle appears, but you will find a way This Week: around it.

LIBRA( Sept .23- Oct .22)

Defer to the person in charge. This person might be responsible for a matter that you are involved with. You might want to question where others are coming from. Why not wait until later? Tempers are close to the surface right now. Tonight: The only answer is “yes.”

Allow more creativity to enter your life. This Week:

SCORPIO( Oct .23- Nov .21)

Make a point of calling a friend whom you have not seen in a while. You might be surprised by this person’s news. Conversations are likely to be more important than you originally had thought. If you can avoid a problem, do. Tonight: Happiest at a favorite spot.

If you can lie low Monday, you’ll be able to This Week: work through a problem.

SAGITTARIUS( Nov .22- Dec .21)

Your pace could be unusually hectic, as you want to get a lot of errands done. Is it worth it to run around like this when you could be on the beach with friends relaxing? Decide which event or happening has the most meaning to you. Tonight: Be with the one you love.

:Speak your mind, and others will respond. This Week

CAPRICORN( Dec .22- Jan .19)

All eyes turn to you. You seem to be somewhat of a force in others’ plans, even if you don’t realize it. Avoid an argument, and just listen. A higher-up might feel as if you have not met an expectation of his or hers. Discussions will help solve a problem. Tonight: You call the shots.

:Price comparisons will be important. This Week

AQUARIUS( Jan .20- Feb .18)

A lot is happening around you, but you might not want to discuss much of it just yet. You are trying to work through a problem and process some anger or frustration. A relationship or a new person in your life could be the root of the emotions you are feeling. Tonight: Lie low.

Do not get uptight -- just get up and keep This Week: going.

PISCES( Feb .19- March 20)

Your friends might be more instrumental to your well-being than you realize. Say “yes” to going to a game of softball or a get-together. Others depend on your presence. Relax and maintain a sense of humor, but observe what is happening. Tonight: Be where the party is.

:Not until Wednesday do you feel up to snuff. This Week

BORN TODAY Singer Courtney Love (1964), actor Tom Hanks (1956), author Dean Koontz (1945)