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Strawberry Moonbeams

Life is sweet. Not all the time, though, so it’s crucial to note when life is sweet and to celebrate that part. The Strawberry Moon was named for berries ripening, for plans coming to fruition and for the appreciation of the moment we have, which is always one moment, the one called “now.”

ARIES (March 21-April 19). What if you found out that getting what you wanted would diminish your happiness instead of adding to it? Optimize your current circumstance and revel in what’s good about it. The surest moment is always the present.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Does a relationship distract you from your purpose or bring you closer to it? Does it support who you are, or make you feel alienated from your core? You’ll see the opportunity in anything and everything that comes up.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You’ll deal with a gnarly bit of complexity, but don’t worry -- difficult problems get solved every day. You’ll be able to relax into the solution, which comes to you in a stress-free moment of driving, walking or showering.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Whether there are too many people involved, too much information to include or too many options to choose from, you’ll be in a position to make cuts. Get sharp, be swift and don’t look back.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Put your money where your heart is. You’ll be glad you invested in interesting projects, and in the activities and people who make you happy. This is also an excellent time to investigate what it will take to start a business.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You may never agree with certain people, but you send the good energy their way anyway because there’s always some kind of commonality to build upon, even if it’s only that you’re humans sharing the same epoch of earthly existence.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Can’t seem to come up with your next move? Don’t worry. New ideas are just old ideas turned upsidedown, inside-out or sideways. Start with what you admire that already exists in the world and give it a different spin.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Competence will take you halfway. To break through the tape at the finish line, you’ll need nothing short of mastery. Think long-term with an emphasis on building routines to keep you engaged in the step-by-step process.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Handle the minor issues and be proactive about maintenance. This will keep them from growing into big, inconvenient problems. Tonight brings an opportunity to tell an old story in a new and improved way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Adversity and challenge can reveal a person’s level of fortitude, adaptability and creativity. But if you really want to know a person’s character, observe how they behave under the pressures of power.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). There’s an idea that keeps popping to mind. Since it’s not going away, you may as well entertain a brainstorm and make hypothetical plans. Toy around with the notion until it becomes too irresistible not to act on.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Getting unstuck is a matter of understanding the blockage or the snag, which always feels massive, though it’s possible to be caught up by the smallest cord or loop. One snip may be all it takes to set you free.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (June 3). You’ll get all the right kinds of attention. You’re smart and thinking ahead. Exciting developments occur after you take a few practical steps to clear the way. More highlights: You’ll receive support worth more than diamonds; you’ll experience the renewal of a childhood interest and apply your talents in different ways and places. Scorpio and Capricorn adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 3, 21, 27 and 14.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: The first black woman to star in a major motion picture was the Jazz Age icon, Josephine Baker who was among the most famous performers of her time, a spy in World War II and the mother of 12 adopted children from all around the world. Gemini is a sign known for setting trends and leading societal movements. Baker’s activism and refusal to perform for segregated audiences inspired others to stand against racism and discrimination.

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