Horoscope for April 28, 2014

(MCT) Today’s Birthday (04/28/14). Your career stature advances this year. Increase financial organization a notch, too. Grow your communications skills for profit and partnership. Revise, review and double-check work before presenting, especially before 5/20. Home projects and developments take your attention after 8/1. Release old habits that no longer serve, especially with family. October eclipses shine a light on what’s most important. Express your love and appreciation.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

— Today is a 6 — Compute expenses before promising the moon. Imagination paints a picture, and sometimes that’s enough. Today and tomorrow present tempting offers to blow money. Beauty’s in the eye of the beholder, and the price doesn’t necessarily reflect true value. Buy it used or borrow from a friend.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is a 7 — With both Sun and Moon in your sign, you’re the star today and tomorrow. You’re in your element, and can shine in public glare. Take charge and increase stability. Your confidence is contagious. Lose yourself in the performance, and then relax to balance from concentrated activity.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is a 6 — What’s your real wealth? Get philosophical over the next two days. Think about life and death and transitions. If you don’t feel enough love coming in, give more. Your creative abilities can win fame and fortune. There’s some pressure regarding deadlines. This could be a blessing.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a 6 — Set meetings and group events on your calendar today and tomorrow. Friends open doors you weren’t even looking for. They have the info and ideas to make positive change. You’ll be more analytical for the next few days, with help from a technical friend. Collaborate and cooperate.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is a 7 — Assume more responsibility over the next few days. Your natural leadership shines (and leads to profit). Provide stability, reliability and a sense of humor. Learn what’s missing from any failures, and make corrections. Anticipate changes. Keep your tone respectful, especially with a teacher.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is a 6 — Each new step forward presents new challenges. Plan for the future today and tomorrow. Don’t travel quite yet. Think, speculate and map out different options. Travel conditions improve. Find new expenses, though. Study to find economic, creative solutions. Include comfort and beauty.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is a 6 — Deal with financial obligations today and tomorrow, and keep it solid. Deal with paperwork and institutions. You can substitute ingredients to create luxurious experiences at home for less. Prioritize health and good food. Get out in nature and explore parks and local color. Redefine beauty.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is a 6 — You’re not alone. Support your team, and it comes back to you. Compromise and work out details respectfully. Your greatest wealth lies in the network of partners, friends and family who love you. Remind them of how grateful you are. Be there when they need you.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is a 6 — Chores need attention today and tomorrow. To give great service, while balancing your health and well being. Put the oxygen mask on yourself first, so you can help others. If you get tired, take time for rest. Do what you can to handle or delegate urgent priorities.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is a 6 — Simple gourmet cooking sounds good… pamper yourself and your loved ones. Finish work early today and tomorrow, and share your love with special people. Enjoy art, music and talented performers. Craft an elegant experience with basic elements. Use your connections for what you need.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is a 6 — Family comes first today and tomorrow. Play in the garden or park, take on a project at home or share some games. Spend time finding out more about what the others like. Include art, beauty, and pleasures of the senses. Grow shared passions.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is a 6 — You’re sharp as a tack today and tomorrow. Study, write and speak. With keen concentration, you get to the heart of the matter. Explain the situation in a way that’s understandable to the masses, and get the message out. Don’t push yourself too hard. Enjoy your friends.