HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Thursday, June 9, 2016: This year your temper, even if it’s suppressed, could create some interesting scenarios. Travelling, going out and/or experiencing a new sport or hobby that takes place out of your home will add to the quality of your life. If you are single, you most definitely will expand your circle of friends. In the process, you are likely to meet your next sweetie. Know what type of relationship you want, and the odds are that you will receive it. If you are attached, demonstrate more interest in what your sweetie cares about; you will find that your relationship becomes stronger as a result. LEO helps you relax when you get uptight.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take in new information, and integrate these opinions and facts into your present situation. Use your ability to offer a fresh perspective, and, if need be, learn more about your career or a key issue. A partner will open up to you. Tonight: Act as if the workweek is coming to an end.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your focus is on achieving a long-term goal. Certain friends are well aware that you are on the verge of hitting a home run. Follow-through is imperative. Tie up loose ends, and know that you have done a great job of getting to a certain point or goal. Tonight: Onward to the next step.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Make calls, and schedule and confirm meetings. The more organised you are, the better your day will be. You might find a partner to be irritating and challenging at the moment. If you do say something, be diplomatic. A friend is likely to surprise you. Tonight: Be a duo.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You could get a response that you would prefer not to hear. You are likely to ignore what goes down if the outcome isn’t up to snuff. You could be full of praise if you feel that the results are noteworthy. You might experience an internal struggle. Tonight: Keep to your budget.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22): Use your Lion pride and finesse, and you could be surprised by what occurs. Others can’t resist you, nor do they want to. Don’t let what could be a very sexy moment deteriorate into a fight; otherwise, you will be very unhappy. Tonight: Your imagination determines the next step.

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 22): To be reticent is normal for you. However, you might be wondering what the purpose is of saying nothing. This behaviour won’t be helpful for anyone. Question whether it would be more beneficial in the long run if you were to push yourself to be more available. Tonight: Lie low.

LIBRA (Sept 23-Oct 22): Zero in on a long-term goal. You will see a personal matter in a different light once you get to the next step. Be willing to come to terms with a changeable and sometimes touchy person in your life. Allow greater flexibility in your responses. Tonight: Let your hair down.

SCORPIO (Oct 23-Nov 21): Examine the many possibilities that surround you. You often make decisions based on what you think your options are instead of exploring other paths. Today could be a prime example of that kind of thinking. Try to broaden your horizons. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): You might be juggling as much as you can handle. Others will notice too, as you are likely to have a short fuse. Take a walk instead of losing your temper. The ramifications will not be as bad, and you will be happier. The unexpected occurs. Tonight: Start planning a getaway.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): One-on-one relating takes an abrupt turn. At first, you might not note the sense of hostility that seems to be developing between you and the other party. Proceed with care. A boss or someone you look up to will provide some excitement to your day. Tonight: Make dinner.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): Defer to someone else, and watch what happens as a result. In the next few days, you could meet someone so special and unique that you might have very little time to adjust. Don’t worry so much — just enjoy the feelings and the connection. Tonight: Out till the wee hours.

PISCES (Feb 19-March 20): You might need to rethink a tense conversation where you not only find the other party to be difficult, but you also experience an element of the unexpected. Adjusting to this situation and making it work can happen if you so choose. Tonight: Go with the flow of the moment.

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