Horoscope for July 18, 2010

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)

••• Work with a partner directly. What comes out emotionally might surprise you, yet in some sense is welcome. Drop in on an older relative or friend. Tonight: An intense conversation could evolve.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

•••• The specialness of an offer might surprise you. You could be secretly delighted by news, but you don’t want to spill the beans. News from a distant friend could be important. Tonight: Try a new type of cuisine.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••• An even, mellow pace makes a difference. You might not be as sure of yourself with a key friendship or relationship as you would like to be. Ask yourself why. Is it the result of this person’s unpredictability? Tonight: Mellow out. Think “Monday.”

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

••••• Creativity marks your actions, plans and decisions. A child or loved one acts in an unpredictable manner. A must appearance could block plans to some extent, but not completely. A parent is unpredictable. Tonight: Act as if there is no tomorrow.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• In the a.m., you feel as if you can grasp a dream. Yet by the afternoon, you have hunkered down and decided to stay close to home or visit family. The unexpected occurs, especially when dealing with distant interests, entertainment and perhaps a new experience. You are being asked to flex. Tonight: Play with ideas rather than act on them.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• Stick to your budget. Don’t accept any ideas or make any purchases that might break your budget. Understanding comes when you open up a conversation with a relative or a neighbor. You gain insight into a partnership. Tonight: As you like.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

•••• Get an early start if possible, especially if plans revolve around a child or new friend. You could go overboard in the afternoon, when you feel more relaxed about a situation. Don’t say “yes” or “no” to an expenditure right now. Get more information. Tonight: Enjoy yourself.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• Midday, you feel revived. As the Moon slides into your sign, your sense of empowerment might amaze you. Whether playing racquetball or just hanging out with friends, events prove to be fun and exciting. Tonight: Whatever feels right.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• Use the morning for key interactions. A sense of wanting some downtime or time alone comes up later in the day. A child or loved one could act in a most unanticipated manner. Relax and worry less. Be careful with people you meet today. Tonight: Get a good night’s sleep.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• Impressions change quickly. Though you are with friends, you discover there are several people you don’t know. Make it a point to visit and get to know a new person or two. You could be surprised by the impact one person has on your life. Tonight: Not alone, please.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

•••• Your ability to move past an issue draws many people. You not only accept responsibility for your share, but you also are willing to take a leap of faith. Others admire your strong sense of values. Tonight: A must appearance. Others are counting on you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• If you can, take off for the day and enjoy yourself in the company of others. Your vision of what is possible might delight many people, if you share those thoughts. Detached, relaxed and out of your regular environment, you see a situation in a new light. Tonight: Where there is music.