No one — not even love — can live on love alone. Because at some point, if it is to stay alive, a relationship must be able to function inside of a normal day — a day where there's eating, sleeping and logistics such as laundry and bill-paying. Venus moving from Leo to Virgo begins an era in which love is as love does. Perhaps the dishes or the grocery shopping.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Someone drops the ball — inconvenient but understandable. You could turn it into a larger statement about their character, or you could chalk it up to being human. Giving people the room to be imperfect is a keystone of social grace.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Today requires a measure of courage. Were you not so brave, you could stay home, watch a show, live vicariously. But that's not you. So up and out into the world you go, and you return home tonight better for the effort.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You're quick to help when someone asks. Look beyond the request itself. A person's sense of urgency does not always reflect the reality of the situation. Before offering your time, energy or resources, make sure they're truly needed.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You have many kinds of love to give and you're generous with it. Whether it's compassion, friendship, fandom, romance or something else, you give freely without requiring they love you back, pay it forward or even be gracious receivers. That's true love.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Someone responds to you as the person you've become, not the person you used to be. It's a subtle moment, but a meaningful one. The effort you've invested in yourself is beginning to show.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). With Venus now in your realm, affection is purposeful. Love and follow-through go hand in hand. Your timely responses and practical support are received as a message: "I like you." You'll complete a task for someone; is this you flirting?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You saw the missing piece. Now the tricky part: How do you bring it up to the others without making them feel like you're showing off, or they're underperforming or being unobservant? A question may accomplish more than a declaration.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You're so thoughtful today, remembering what people like, checking back on what matters to them, anticipating their needs... how do you know how to do all this? Practice. You have practiced being not just the server, but the served.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Fun facts and trivia are fodder for small talk, but your favorite is learning something that serves a practical purpose. Today's nugget becomes useful almost immediately, giving you one of those satisfying moments when knowledge turns into capability.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Your name comes up in a room you're not even in. Someone needs a capable person and someone else recommends you. But of course. It's not you consciously building a reputation. It's the natural goodness of you being you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You're warm. This we know. Now comes the part where warmth becomes stewardship. You follow through. You make sure that, in the weeks to come, resources, talents and relationships flourish on your watch.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You know someone likes you because they care to return your calls, show up where they said they will and do what they said they'd do — plus a little extra. Notice what they make easier for you. Your appreciation encourages more of the same.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (July 9). It's your Year of the Cowrie Shell. For centuries, cowrie shells served as currency across parts of Africa, Asia and the Pacific and became symbols of wealth, fertility and protection. The treasure of small things collect into substantial abundance. More highlights: Love notes, applauding audiences, and affirmations that your work moves people. Perfect financial partners. You'll seize learning and travel opportunities. Gemini and Sagittarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 8, 19, 20, 1 and 17.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Oscar winner Tom Hanks has built a career playing characters who embody qualities often associated with Cancer: decency, loyalty, protectiveness, emotional intelligence and an unwavering commitment to the people around them. His ability to anchor a story with heart and humanity has made him one of Hollywood's most trusted leads for decades. Most recently, Hanks reprised his role as Sheriff Woody in "Toy Story 5."

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