Today's Birthday (01/22/13). It's getting romantic. The first half of 2013 holds creativity, fun and cultural exploration. Your communication skills are on fire, so light up your social life. Career blazes after June. Provide excellent service, and your fortunes rise. Increase skills to keep pace. Waltz with changes.

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 7 -- You're exceptionally intelligent now. Put your mind to good use. Surround yourself with people who you respect and respect you and find new solutions to old problems.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 5 -- There's plenty to go around; relax and enjoy it. Others need you. Provide leadership, and allow others to lead you, too. You're surrounded by loving friends. Show them your appreciation.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) -- Today is a 9 -- Savor sweet moments and share them with a loved one. Your generosity is commendable. Don't let your bright future blind you. Find support in your community, and return the favor.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Today is a 5 -- Optimism is appropriate now. Pick up the pieces and make something new. Call on your intuitive talent, and accept guidance. You're surrounded by love.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Beauty surrounds you. Pay attention to the surrounding syncopation to discover something new. Intuition finds an opportunity. Allow yourself to get luxurious, but family comes first.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Take time to praise, admire and thank someone who's made a difference. A small risk now pays off. Negotiate from the heart. Relax to avoid a temper tantrum.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- You have more than enough and keep earning more. Read and take the time to let thoughts sink in. Stock up. Share the luck and the love. Confer with family.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Investigate previously impossible possibilities, and use your charm and wit to make them possible. Listen for ideas out of the blue, from those around you, and revise your plans.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- What you lack in funds you can compensate with creativity and self-confidence. Look around; you are well blessed. Love drops a happy surprise in your lap.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is an 8 -- You don't quite know how brilliant you are, but you could find out. Go for what you believe in. Discover new friendships and projects to get involved in. Dive in.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 7 -- A breakthrough moment is here. Expand your ideas to reach a larger audience. Use what you've gained to build structure. Income fluctuates, so think twice before making a purchase.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 9 -- Toss the ball to a teammate. Relieve the pressure and make room for a fabulous opportunity. Reinvigorate your team and think outside the box. You've got a buzz going.