Your horoscope for April 13

Today's Birthday (04/13/16). The sky's the limit this year, and preparation key. Make professional moves after 5/9, with travel and studies after 8/13. Begin a two-year partnership phase on 9/9. Discoveries in your work after 9/1 lead to a turning point in your thinking after 9/16. Prioritize love.

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 6 -- Work from home for extra productivity. Improve structural supports. Organize, clean and clear space for what's next. Choose what's best for family. Pamper yourself with domestic comforts.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Today is a 7 -- Discuss emotional issues and passions. Work with someone who sees your blind spots. Make powerful requests. Ask for what you want and need for the change you envision.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Today is a 9 -- Hold out for the best deal. Negotiate favorable terms. Don't pick a fight. Talk about financial matters without provoking a confrontation. You can finagle a win-win. Disagree respectfully.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Today is a 9 -- Focus on personal priorities. Get facts to back up a hunch. Determine what skills you lack for the dream you're imagining, and list what it would take to get them. Take charge

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Today is a 6 -- Enjoy backstage planning and preparation. Dispel illusions with solid data. Separation or delays could disrupt. Have a backup. Soothe sensitive feelings with tea and empathy. Rest and recharge.

Virgo ( Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Today is a 7 -- Changes at the top reveal new opportunities in a group project. Being faithful pays off. Find ways to simplify matters. Talk to family before accepting new responsibilities that could affect them.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Today is a 7 -- A professional challenge has your focus. Don't get stopped by the past. Use what you've learned. Step slowly and carefully. Don't take things personally. Avoid emotional outbursts. Fact and fantasy clash. Go for clarity.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Today is an 8 -- Enjoy a class or group participation without exceeding your budget. Get help to realize a dream. Distractions and diversions tempt you away from your research. Stick to your plan. Travel without frills.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Today is a 6 -- Collaborate on shared finances. Your partner can get through where you can't. Unravel a mess. Anticipate changes and temporary confusion with calm support. Practice frugality. Step back if sparks fly. You're gaining, slowly.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Today is an 8 -- Collaboration goes further than solo efforts today. Let go of assumptions. Challenge the generally held opinion for new insight. Listen to what others have to offer. Make quiet inroads. Get terms in writing.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Today is a 9 -- Increased demand at work has you hopping. Don't rely on memory alone ... schedule and track tasks. Make no snap decisions. Consider long-term consequences. Avoid risky business or over-extending.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Today is a 6 -- Stay out of someone else's upset. Have patience with communication breakdowns. Take extra care around sharp objects. Lay low and wait for confusion to pass. Consider backup plans.

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