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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, May 19, 2021: You’re clever, mentally fast and compassionate. You have endurance, stamina and a wide variety of interests. You are impulsive and creative and yet, practical and detail-oriented.

MOON ALERT: Avoid shopping or making important decisions from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. EDT today (12 noon to 2 p.m. PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Leo into Virgo.

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) ★★★★ Today has two distinct moods. In the morning and during the Moon Alert, you feel festive. You will enjoy taking it easy or having fun with sports and playful times with kids. Tonight: Make practical plans.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★★ Today begins with a focus on home and family. You might have an important discussion with a family member. During the Moon Alert, don’t shop for anything except food. Tonight: Shopping choices will be fun.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★ You have a strong urge to communicate. You have something you want to say and you want to be heard. You also want to hear what others have to say. During the Moon Alert midday, avoid important decisions. Tonight: Wardrobe purchases will please you. CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★ Money issues are on your mind today, which is why it’s important for you to be aware of the Moon Alert that occurs midday. During that time, restrict your spending to food. Tonight: A secret love affair or meeting is likely.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★ During the Moon Alert midday, restrict your spending to food and avoid important decisions. After it’s over, your mind will turn to financial matters. Tonight: Listen to the advice of someone more experienced.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

★★★★ If you’re working, you will prefer to work alone or behind the scenes. That’s fine. During the Moon Alert midday, tread carefully. After it’s over, you are empowered because the Moon is in your sign! Tonight: You make a great impression on others. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★

A conversation with a female friend might be important today. You might discuss future goals. After the Moon Alert is over, seek out solitude and relax. Tonight: You will learn something from a teacher.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★ Personal details about your private life are made public today. (Whaaat?) Meanwhile, be cautious during the Moon Alert midday. Don’t volunteer for anything during that time. Tonight: Think about budget ideas. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★★ You need stimulation and adventure today, which is why you want to do something different or learn something new. Make no important decisions during the Moon Alert midday. Tonight: Enjoy a practical discussion. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★ Make no important decisions during the Moon Alert today. Don’t sign documents then. Afterward, enjoy your day! Tonight: A practical discussion will benefit you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★ Today your focus is on close friends and partners; nevertheless, do not agree to anything important during the Moon Alert. (For your own good.) Tonight: Learn valuable information from someone older.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★ You’re keen to take care of errands. You might do a favor for someone. During the Moon Alert, restrict your spending to food and gas. Tonight: It’s a good time for a family discussion.