Today’s Birthday (04/08/12). Prepare for great strides forward this year. Career and finances dominate your focus for the first half, with a growing interest in travel, education and community. Your people feed your spirit, your true wealth. They remain the loving constant in a time of change and renewal.
To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.
Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 7 — It’s an excellent day for tree climbing. Settle into a good branch and enjoy the view. There may be some change coming down the road … see if you can anticipate the next move.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 7 — “Turn off your mind, relax and float downstream. …” said John Lennon. His bandmate George Harrison later added, “When you’ve seen beyond yourself, then you may find peace of mind is waiting there.”
Gemini (May 21-June 21) — Today is a 7 — Together, you and a partner learn quickly. Make a change for the better. Postpone romance. Keep a secret. Take time for yourself, for your health and happiness.
Cancer (June 22-July 22) — Today is a 7 — There could be a conflict between public and private obligations. Which can you reschedule? Apologize for the impact, if needed. Follow the rules and gain stature.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is an 8 — Let a loved one teach you. Doing your homework increases the chances for success. Use plans you’ve already made, and adapt for new circumstances. Share acknowledgment and treats.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 7 — The simplest things have great value … kindness, generosity, courage. Sharing makes a difference. Do unto others as you’d have done unto you. Stick to the golden rule today.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 6 — Patience adds grace, like in the old song, “Let’s go down to the river to pray … studying about that good ol’ way, and who shall wear the starry crown? Good Lord, show me the way!”
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 7 — Discover a treasure. “For what profit is it to a man if he gains the whole world and loses his own soul?” The more you do, the more you’re in demand. Follow your heart.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 5 — Keep your commitments. Decline a party in favor of a private activity. You’re getting better and you can solve the problem, if you think about it. Socialize later.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 6 — Your true friends can see through your intentions, and they still love you. Let yourself get romantic. Have fun doing mundane projects. Spend more time at home.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 6 — No need to spend what you don’t have. New opportunities for learning come to you. Allow friends to entertain you, and return the favor. Stay close to home.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 7 — You don’t always need to know exactly where you’re going. Organizing your ideas helps you choose the next step. Go for what your heart wants. Add concrete tasks.
