YOUR HOROSCOPE
Birthday Gal: Actress Becki Newton was born in New Haven, Conn., today in 1978. This birthday gal starred as Amanda Tanen on “Ugly Betty” and played Quinn Garvey on “How I Met Your Mother.” She’s also lent her voice talents to episodes of “Mickey Mouse” and “American Dad.” Newton is the granddaughter of composer Bruce Chase and she has been married to actor Chris Diamantopoulos since 2005.
Aries (March 21-April 19): You are dependent upon having independence. You may resist an offer or a compromise because you feel it detracts from your ability to make your own decisions.
Taurus (April 20-May 20): You know a good thing when you see it. Your welcoming attitude fosters endless conversations where nonessential details may fall by the wayside. Flirtatious bantering may lead to passionate playtimes tonight.
Gemini (May 21-June 20): You can’t solve problems by throwing money at them. Focus on making the home a center of conversation and a source of inspiration. Keep an open mind and you find ways to convert any problem into an asset.
Cancer (June 21-July 22): Use the magic of your mind. You might want to arrange a few flowers on the mantel or indulge a taste for the good things in life. Enthusiasms may shift, but you can stay in tune with others by discussing shared ideas.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Show your true colors, especially if they are red, white and blue. Your ability to be understanding with people who have problems and to blend in with a crowd allows others a chance to act naturally in your presence.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Someone new in your circle may provide thought provoking perspectives. Find progressive techniques to make the workload easier. A romantic and imaginative companion can brighten the domestic scene this evening.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Curb your enthusiasm. Sometimes any change is seen as an improvement but you must decide just what constitutes an upgrade. A close companion can provide a good sounding board. Choose your own destiny.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Games of chance might seem wasteful but have a purpose. You may see that money is put to good use in ways that benefit many instead of a few.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Parade your patriotism. You may feel a need to closely examine deep feelings of
loyalty and are interested in sharing them with others. This could be a great time to hold a heart-to-heart discussion.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Lay the groundwork. Take time to meet with other like-minded individuals and plan wisely for a future that will achieve group objectives. Your myriad interests could create a stir.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It may be difficult to match the pace of enthusiastic beings who display enormous stores of stamina. Joint finances can be discussed frankly with a partner or confidante.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Let someone else pick up the slack. You should take a much needed time out to relax with loved ones. Your tender heart may be yearning for peace and quiet and enjoy taking sentimental journeys all day long.
Iif July 4 is your birthday: You may take pride in your ability to be an active member of a group during the three to four weeks ahead. This could be a good time for a vacation, to attend a conference or go on a retreat. In August, you may be more interested in money-making activities and have the necessary business acumen to make shrewd choices. Whatever you put into motion during September may have lasting consequences, so this is a good time to focus on your health or to take up a new creative hobby. Late November and early December is the best time period to make life altering decisions, commit to a key relationship, or to set important plans into motion. Your judgment is at its best and opportunities may come knocking. Whatever you begin will have the best chance of success.