For Monday, July 29, 2002. Those with birthdays today: You have the unusual opportunity to travel, or the potential to learn more about other styles and cultures. Gathering knowledge becomes a noble pursuit this year, allowing you to venture into new jobs or life options. You begin a new life cycle next month, when you seem to create much more of what you want. If you are single, you might be saying goodbye to that status, if that appeals to you. Certainly, you will have the opportunity to enter an important relationship. If you’re attached, your relationship will blossom with your caring and positive attitude. Express more of who you are within your bond. Aries adores you.

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)

• Your fire causes others to think. You might want to present your case in a different way, so that others can hear. Tonight: What’s your pleasure? The timing is right.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

• Take your time with an associate’s twists and turns a result of his or her discomfort. Also take your time making decisions. Tonight: Disappear. Do your thing!

• Others will make the necessary adjustments to follow your lead. Someone might inadvertently misrepresent a situation. Recheck facts and figures. Tonight: Get together with your friends.

• Recognize what might be needed at work or within a social situation. Graciously assume responsibility. Tonight: Work as late as necessary.

• Emphasize the high road when dealing with a loved one who sometimes seems controlling. Do you really care who’s in control, as long as you’re together? Tonight: Hop on the computer.

• You might not be comfortable with a family member’s attitude or struggle to assume power. The best way to win here is to not play. Tonight: Let another make the first overture.

• A meeting might give you very strong direction, whether you’re ready or not. Listen well to someone important. This person suggests an alternate route. Tonight: Go along with another’s plans.

• Recognize what might be going on at work or with associates. Do stop and take time to deal with a pending health matter. Tonight: Do something good for yourself.

• Emphasize family and security. You will get a lot more of what you want as a result. Stick with the basics. Tonight: At home.

• Your instincts are right-on. Follow them, especially in a meeting or during conversations. Tonight: At a favorite spot for dinner.

• Finances might take unusual swings if you’re not careful. Adjust your perspective with a boss. Tonight: Do some long-overdue shopping.