Welcome, Gemini sun! The cosmic soundtrack for this solar journey through the first air sign of the zodiac is like a piccolo band, piercing the day with a high and twinkling melody of celebration and levity. The weeks ahead will bring new trends and fresh ways of talking, dressing and running daily life. This solar transit will infuse the sky with witty fun.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your mind will wander, as is the nature of minds. Though you shouldn't always concern yourself with where it goes, or take random thoughts seriously, you'll benefit from investigating tonight's thought patterns.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). If you try to manage your own behavior like a boss trying to control the staff through micromanagement, you'll be met with irritation, resentment and backbiting. It's a day for kind, gentle and tolerant self-care.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Some you will have to entertain. Your favorites, though, will be those self-entertaining types who will come up with a lot of interesting work and/or fun when you ask, "What do you want to do now?"

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Possessions are not inherently precious to you, but you make them precious through your associations. Others don't feel the same. Differing views about money and the material world will need to be worked out today.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). People are more fragile than they seem. You know to be gentle with the young and the old, but you don't stop there. Your kind attention toward those who seem tough and able may be where your care does the most good today.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You're naturally self-controlled, polite without effort and inclined to listen to the opinions and stories of others with a level of attention that makes them feel seen and accepted.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Looking back years from now, your time will be far more memorable and meaningful if you spend it on an adventure than on the regular same ol', same ol'. It may cost a little more and be slightly inconvenient, but don't let that stop you!

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). It turns out that you don't need as much as you thought you would. Bonus: It's easy to let it go. Even if your generosity is foolish, it's so important for you to give. The ultimate benefactor will, of course, be you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You have a gift for exploring the interests of others while still remaining true to yourself. This talent will broaden you even further today, and you'll be surprised at how you can apply what you learn.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). A craving can seem like a curse that wears down your resistance to temptation for things that aren't the best for you. However, there's also a message in a craving about a deeper need. Search for the root meaning of it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Often even a terrible situation can be made far less so by the slightest amount of levity. Taking things too seriously usually makes them worse. Only the light can drive out darkness.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). If you think too far ahead you might freak yourself out, especially in matters of relationships. Take it slow. One day at a time may be too fast. One hour at a time is better.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (May 20). Gather souvenirs, because you'll want to remember this happy time! Your world will get more vivid, as fresh experiences open your eyes to color and nuance. Schooling will be involved, as well as the influence of younger people and technology. Love starts with simple courtesy and respect and will grow from there. Virgo and Capricorn adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 7, 45, 13, 2 and 49.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "Why do some people say the 11th house is about your friends, while others say it's about your hopes and wishes? I've even heard people say it's about what charities you give to."

The 11th house encompasses all of those things. It's no coincidence that the 11th house is opposite the fifth house in the astrological chart; the two resonate energetically. If the fifth house reveals what you're passionate about, then the 11th house shows you how you might take your passion and make it happen. If you love to see plays, you might make friends by working backstage at a community theater. If you love sports, try coaching Little League or finding a pickup basketball game. If you find great satisfaction doing work for the poor, you might make friends by volunteering at a soup kitchen. My aunt's favorite pastime is telling stories, and she's made lots of close friends by joining a storytelling group. Like attracts like. If you're looking for friends, you would be wise to follow your bliss to a club, organization or team of like-minded individuals.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Happy birthday to the goddess of pop. Cher has sold more than 100 million records and won nearly every award in the entertainment industry, including the Oscar. Born on the cusp of Taurus and Gemini, Cher is a self-actualized Taurus with Mercury (the communication planet) in Taurus, as well. She has Mars and Pluto in Leo (the sign of entertainment), indicating that she was born for the spotlight.

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