Stars -- Horoscope

ARIES (March 21-April 19). It's easy to get lost. Let your original plan be your rudder. Also, a family member will help to keep you grounded, perhaps a Taurus.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Remind yourself of your strengths. You're different in key ways and will be most successful when you capitalize on those differences.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You are compelled to do that strange new thing. Once you accomplish this, the others will wonder why they didn't do it.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). The duties before you seem less than thrilling. Muster up great enthusiasm and dive in with all of your heart.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You lost something and now you will see a way to get it back. Once you have it in your hand again, it will be yours for good.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You're intent on making your life a masterpiece. That's why you will put in extra work and pay special attention to the details.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Waste no time looking for a magic solution or a shortcut. Do the things you know you should do and you'll be successful.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You keep private matters a secret until you are ready to share. Because of this, there is an air of mystery around you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You don't have to have a dire need in order to deserve help. Ask for assistance from the obvious places.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Go the extra mile. It won't get you promoted, but it will build your character and your confidence.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You are getting attention, though perhaps not the kind you would prefer. Now all you have to do is decide what you want to be noticed for and hone that.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Expand your social horizons. Singles, consider a dating seminar.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (April 9). The stars grace you with extra charisma this year. You rouse, energize and motivate those around you. Because of this, you'll be appointed to important positions. Make sure you still have time and energy for your own exciting projects. June brings adventure. You're asked to make a loving commitment in July. Leo and Aquarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 30, 2, 15, 49 and 18.

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