Today's Birthday (11/21/09) You start this year feeling driven to succeed at a new task. After a few days, you settle into the new situation knowing that you have the imagination and the skill to accomplish whatever is thrown at you.

To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Today is a 5 -- Although communication comes from unique directions today, you find you agree. Take independent action for success.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 6 -- Because you are bound to change your mind today, start out with no preconceptions. Let intuition guide your choices.

Gemini (May 21-June 21) -- Today is a 5 -- Information comes to you in a variety of ways today. The facts don't seem to make sense at first, but later you'll see the light.

Cancer (June 22-July 22) -- Today is a 5 -- New channels of information open for you. Make sure your ideas line up with your actions.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 5 -- You and your partner cook up some new ideas that carry you into the future brilliantly. Share the glory.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 6 -- You may not hear what you want today. But in the long run, you gain independence, yet with support from co-workers.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 6 -- Don't shoot the messenger. If you're not clear about the message, go back to the source.

Scorpio (Oct. 23--Nov. 21) -- Today is a 6 -- Do you want to snuggle under the covers and stay home? You can get away with that in the morning.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 5 -- You change your mind dramatically about a household improvement or renovation. A new product appears on your radar.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is a 5 -- Dreams enrich your daytime thoughts. At least one symbol sticks with you, because you see it everywhere you look.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 6 -- Face any emotional fallout by listening carefully to what is not said. Then, to show you care, ask a sympathetic question.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 6 -- You need some down time to recharge your mental batteries. Take a timeout. A walk outside would be nice.

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