TAURUS (April 20-May 20). When it comes to spreading joy, start small and don't be surprised if, by day's end, you get the whole world laughing.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Intentions are powerful. You can tell when someone really means well, even if they muddle up in some way.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Changes will be suggested to you. It's only one person's opinion. Stick with what has been working.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). No one asked you if you could take on an extra responsibility, it just has a way of finding you. You are wise enough to see the compliment implied.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You and your best bud have a friendship worthy of envy. You'll now revel in the benefits of this rare and sublime relationship.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). While others dwell on the negative events happening in the world, less than half of you is really listening. You already have one foot in your joyous future.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You'll be elevated to higher levels of happiness when you commit your whole self to all you do. Get into it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You have a tendency to attach yourself to the future and live there in your mind. But all the fun is in the present today.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). If life were a video game and you were a Super Mario character, you would be Mario himself: quick reflexes, good stamina, fantastic style. Play on!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). A friendly episode of light chatter with the right person is like getting an emotional backrub. Take that friend out to coffee.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). A heavy situation is going down, and you might be witness to it. Take this as a cue to do a personal inventory. Tonight brings an escape. Your favorite television show can be counted on for some spirited diversion.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Nov. 11). Happy times are ahead, as the overall energy for this year is fortunate and prosperous. This month, your slow, hard and deliberate work pays off, and you will acquire a shining symbol of your dedication. December is romantic. In February, get the education you need to advance a personal interest. Love signs are Pisces and Capricorn. Your lucky numbers are: 8, 15, 42, 17 and 45.

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