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IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY:

This year you will learn how quickly your mood can change. Your unpredictability draws many people toward you. If you are single, you are likely to meet someone who seems perfectly suited to you. If you are attached, you often are the dominant party in the relationship. Be more nurturing. Leo knows how to spend money, and has great ideas for yours!

ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19)

You are likely to get into a project that has been on the back burner for some time. You hear news that might stun you and give you pause to think. Perhaps the less said right now, the better. Use caution with money. Tonight: Out late. This Week: Vagueness or confusion surrounds a financial matter.

TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20)

Others notice how happy you have become. You might find it nearly impossible to slow down. Should you decide to stop for a while, a loved one will try his or her best to prevent you from cocooning. Look at the big picture. Tonight: Close to home. This Week: A loved one could be distorting facts.

GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20)

You could be dragging and somewhat tired. Consider curling up with a good novel, or decide to watch a movie that you love. Take some downtime for yourself, and you’ll emerge feeling refreshed. Tonight: Enjoy a favourite dinner. This Week: Use your creativity to settle a problem.

CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22)

You have a light and easy way of handling matters that sometimes distresses others. You cannot change a situation, but you can move into a neutral head space. Tonight: Hang out at a favourite spot. This Week: Work from home as much as possible.

LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22)

You might approach a challenging situation with more buoyancy than usual. You might prefer not to think about the problem. The unexpected occurs, which could change the very nature of the issue. Go for a walk, if need be. Tonight: Get a good night’s sleep. This Week: You need to get control of your spending.

VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22)

You’ll finally feel as if your efforts have paid off. Your feelings and thoughts now make their way into an important con- versation. With your defences down, you can see the big picture. Tonight: Don’t be a stick in the mud with a loved one. This Week: Don’t allow others to distract you.

LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22)

Deciding to cocoon for the day might be the right decision for you. Clearly, others do not agree, and are likely to express some surprisingly bad behaviour. Still, hold your ground. You know when it is time to take a time out. Tonight: Not to be found. This Week: Use Monday and Tuesday for research and quiet work.

SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21)

You might have been coerced into playing a stronger role in a certain area of your life. Focus on the social aspects of this role. You’ll be happy with the outcome. Tonight: Say “yes.” This Week: Focus on a long-term desire or goal.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21)

A surprise visit from a friend or acquaintance might catch you off guard. Embrace the spontaneity, and choose to go with the flow. Be prepared to hear an unusual request. Tonight: Have dinner with an older friend. This Week: You might want to shake off some responsibility.

CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19)

Reach out to a loved one at a distance. You could be surprised by this person’s response. Remember, you are in command of your actions and words. Tonight: Watch a favourite TV series. This Week: You will climb over any obstacles.

AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18)

You could be very busy, but keep in mind that you have made a commitment to a friend that needs to be handled. You will surprise others with how easily you deal with this situation. Think seriously about the implications of saying “yes.” Tonight: Out and about. This Week: Others go out of their way for you through Tuesday.

PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20)

You step out the door and find smiles greeting you left and right. You might be meeting friends or going off to do some shopping. Others seem most appreciative of you and your habits. Continue the spirit of the day by joining friends for some fun. Tonight: All smiles. This Week: Say “yes” to someone else’s offer.

BORN TODAY: Businesswoman Arianna Huffington (1950), singer Linda Ronstadt (1946), actress Brigitte Nielsen (1963)