Today’s Birthday (12/05/12)

Home is your magnet this year. Investments, wellness and socializing are themes. Romance heats up the first half of 2013, and sparks shift to career and finances after June. Stay organized, and get a second opinion on big decisions.
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 6 — The pace is picking up. Accept your greater good. Your workload’s getting more intense, as the excellence attracts attention. Release something or someone who’s leading you astray.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) 

 Today is a 5 — Stay out of someone else’s argument, and get into relaxation mode for the next two days. You’re gaining support. Somebody nearby sure looks good. Seduction suffuses the ambiance.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

 Today is a 9 — Stick with the facts at work. Don’t go too far too fast. Fix up your home today and tomorrow. Use water imagery. Have the party at your house.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) 

Today is a 7 — A voracious learning phase begins. Practicing something you love to do goes well now. Save enough to get a special treat, after paying bills. Resolve confusion.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) 

Today is an 8 — Work now; play in a few days. Avoid distractions. You can earn extra cash now. Glamorize your appearance. Ground a vision in reality, and resist temptation.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) 

Today is a 9 — Assertiveness works well now, so avoid distractions. You’re more powerful than usual for the next few days, which is useful with a difficult job. Take first things first.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) 

Today is a 6 — Slow down and contemplate potential outcomes. Postpone a private meeting. Wrap up details today and tomorrow. Listen at keyholes. There may be a conflict of interests. Revise later.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) 

Today is a 9 — It’s getting fun now (and public). Ponder party possibilities, and enjoy planning music, food and diversion. Give up a fantasy, especially under pressure. Pass along what you’ve learned.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today is an 8 — The upcoming days require patience, as there may be a disagreement about priorities or delayed correspondence. Research the best deal. Wait for new orders. Consider assuming more authority.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) 

Today is a 9 — Consider attending a business seminar. Plan your agenda. Build a picture of wealth in your mind. Doubts may rise. Imagine doing what you love.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) 

Today is an 8 — Keep it practical. Figure out finances today and tomorrow, but wait until overnight to sign. Pay bills. Changes necessitate budget revisions. Bide your time. Your assumptions get challenged.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) 

Today is a 7 — Review the instructions again. Share the load today and tomorrow, but hold on to the responsibility. Avoid backtracking. What you get isn’t what you expected. Stay pragmatic.