American Solar Return

The United States of America celebrates the 248th return of the sun to the place it was when the Second Continental Congress declared independence from Great Britain. This year's celebration occurs between a significant retrograde and a new moon, reflecting a sense of being in the thick of things, sorting through the complexities of democracy.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Because you notice what people need before others see it (and maybe even before the needy one does), you'll be in a position to speak to a problem while it's small and easier to remedy.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Off-beat invites, pitches and offers will be the best kind to agree to. They are a chance to create a memory. It's better to have a new and different experience than to do something comfortable but ultimately forgettable.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Don't drive yourself too hard or you'll only rebel against yourself later. Finding the right-sized challenge will be your gift and your success secret.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Your favorite people will be part of the fun. You take care of them, and they take care of you -- often at the same time. You're a genius at steering interactions in a positive way and keeping the good vibes flowing.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You have strong intuition. Write down a prediction; it's a gift to future-you. Tonight offers the chance to fix one small problem that will in turn fix or prevent many others in the days to come.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). There is art in the concept, but the concept is not the art until its executed. This is why it behooves you to get into construction mode as soon as possible. If you can't build it today, what small step can you make today with the intent to bring it to life?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). It's possible to like someone and love them, too. It's also possible to love someone and not like them at all. The mind and heart have their own agenda. It will sync up nicely today, and this is nothing to take for granted. Celebrate!

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Nothing about you needs to change, except maybe your location. When you're in the right spot, everything falls in line and makes sense. When you're not in the right spot, keep moving. You're going to find it!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You don't have to spend a lot of money to get what you want, but you will have to spend some. Choose quick and keep working. Maybe you could save a few bucks by shopping around, but getting on with your life has a greater value.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Every emotion has something to teach you. Anger can motivate, jealousy can teach you your own values, frustration shows you your relationship to time and helps you understand where to set your expectations. Love opens up the world.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). When you share good news, you find out who your real supporters are. The ones who cannot immediately love and celebrate your success are probably not true supporters, but it doesn't mean they don't belong somewhere in the system.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You may research, interview and investigate, all very helpful. But there's only one thing that will show you what is really up, and of course that's doing the thing. You may not feel ready, but you're ready-ish, and that's ready enough.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (July 4). You're focused on others and you'll quest for the thriving of your people, community and world. It's fulfilling and you'll make a difference over and over. In the process you'll stumbled onto happiness more often than not. Other highlights: A proud funding, celebrating dear relationships and three items checked from the bucket list. Virgo and Gemini adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 7, 13, 2, 28 and 15.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Born on the same day as America, former first daughter Malia Obama is a loyal Cancer with Venus and Mars in Gemini, the sign of communication. She's fast on her feet, a quick thinker and an excellent debater. Moon in Scorpio points to a rich inner life, and love of solitude and privacy, yet the spotlight has irresistible magnetism for someone with a natal Mercury in Leo.

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