Today's Birthday (03/24/17). Strengthen and grow connections and partnerships this year, especially with someone special. Study and travel. Community efforts shift course this August, before new love enchants you. October brings a profitable year for your family. Your career begins a two-year growth phase after December. Come together.

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 7 -- Adapt with your team to unexpected news. With organization and collaboration, you can surpass challenging circumstances. Keep calm and carry on.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 7 -- Allow extra time for shipping and transportation. Professional challenges keep you on your toes. Coordinate and communicate to maintain momentum. Take care of business.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Your wanderlust is getting worse. Nearby obligations clash with distant fantasies. Not everyone agrees. Provide motivation. Handle urgencies. Come up with an inspiring possibility.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Manage finances to adapt to a surprise. Work with your partner to come up with backup plans. Be careful and thorough to advance. Give thanks.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Spend time with someone attractive. Strategize and organize. Partnership is required with all the changes going on; support each other and delegate what neither can do.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Bad news could impact your health. Take things easy. Disciplined coordination navigates a surprise. There's a silver lining, if you look for it.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Relax and discuss recent changes. Practice your arts and sports together. Discipline reaps surprising results. Express your appreciation for someone you love.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 6 -- Discuss changes at home with family. Gather more information before making a decision. Listen for what's wanted. Keep confidences. You can get whatever you need.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Look at the big picture and watch for hidden agendas. Observe and document the changes. Write and prepare for later posting. Get the word out.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is a 9 -- Negotiate the numbers carefully. Handle business at home before expanding. Hammer out details before signing. A profitable deal could prove controversial. Consider consequences.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 9 -- You're ready for a personal change; a new style, perhaps? Take care not to lose things. Replace something that's broken. Keep costs down. Take charge.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 6 -- Hide out in your castle and consider your message. Investigate your case, and clarify it for others. You gain more now through wit.