For Monday, July 16

Those with birthdays today: You are very sure of yourself this year. Don’t assume someone’s behavior is about you; more often, people’s comments have more to do with the person saying them. Approach life with a serious and attentive attitude. Determination mixed with creativity helps you come out ahead. If you are single, you will meet someone mid-2008. This person easily could be very special in your life. If you are attached, your relationship flourishes, especially in 2008. Show your affection more often. LEO has great ways of spending money!

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 creativity comes forward when distortions and problems arise. The strength of your convictions gives others stability when they feel there is none. Tonight: Now add creativity and conviction to your personal life!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

¢¢¢ Listen and honor what you know. You could be confused or distressed by someone you must respond to. Perhaps assuming a holding pattern might be most successful right now. Tonight: Nest at home.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

¢¢¢¢¢ The way you talk and the way you present yourself could impact your success. Do be discriminating about who you allow in your immediate world. Your creativity emerges. Tonight: Let’s add in imagination!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

¢¢¢ Say what you want, and do what you need to do. Unfortunately, others might be a touch distracted, as they live in the whirlwind of their lives. Honor your priorities, and you’ll be happy. Tonight: Scrutinize your budget.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ Know that you can jump the highest hurdle – well, at least today. Mix confidence with knowledge and walk through a new door. Not everything has to be as hard as you are making it. Tonight: Keep smiling.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

¢¢¢ Slow down when necessary. Understanding takes you to a new level. Insulate yourself from others’ feelings and actions, especially as you are in a dark mood. Evaluate and head in a new direction in the near future. Tonight: Rest up.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

¢¢¢¢¢ Zero in on your priorities. You will hit an obstacle or two. Don’t make it a big deal. Just mosey on around the problem. Tonight: Off to a baseball game, or choose a happening where many people can be found.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

¢¢¢ It appears that you have stepped to the head of the class. Your thoughts, actions and leadership are really appreciated. Knowing that, use this platform to pioneer key goals. Tonight: Burning the candle at both ends.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

¢¢¢¢¢ You have reason to celebrate. Start daydreaming and imagining the future. Be willing to let go of ideas and ways of thinking that don’t work for you. Tonight: Flip through some travel brochures.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

¢¢¢¢ Recognize that as much as you like to be in control financially, you cannot always be. Be sure you implicitly trust people you deal with, as you might be vulnerable. Tonight: Feedback is not always pleasant but can be informative.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

¢¢¢¢¢ Honoring your limits and liabilities will help when dealing with others. A person might be in a dark mood, but that will change in the near future. Tonight: Remember, if you don’t want to do anything, you don’t have to.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

¢¢¢ Easy does it. Your ability to venture in a new direction could be important. Let go of what is staid and difficult. Reorganize your priorities. Tonight: Take a walk. Incorporate more exercise into your life.