Happy birthday for July 3: Once you have a clear-cut picture of your current situation, you will be able to make plans that will lead to a brighter and better future. Your numbers are 7, 12, 22, 24, 31, 35, 48.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Don’t let a power struggle daunt you. Step up and use your intellect and quick wit to mastermind your way through any opposition you face. Take control to avoid being controlled. HHH

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Stabilize your domestic situation with diplomacy and compromise. Share your feelings, but don’t give in to emotional blackmail. Arguing will be a waste of valuable time. HHHHH

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Listen, but don’t believe everything you hear. Check instructions carefully. Someone may be trying to make you look bad. HH

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Focus on home, family and making your place as accommodating and comfortable as possible. Don’t let a romantic problem escalate. Bide your time and observe. Refrain from making assumptions. HHHH

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Your generosity will be your downfall. Put your money, energy and effort into home improvements love and romance. Charity begins at home. HHH

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Don’t take on any added responsibility. You will have enough to deal with and want to do your very best to avoid criticism. Work should take top priority along with avoiding any miscommunications with colleagues. HHH

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Problems at home will occur if someone is pushy. Don’t argue when you can walk away from a no-win situation. Focus on self-improvement, not on trying to change others. HHH

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Your ability to size matters up and take action will be impressive. Your persuasive nature will allow you to influence others and bring about positive change. HHHH

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Don’t expect to get a pat on the back for the job you do. Do the best you can and walk away. Make plans to socialize or to do something that will help ease your stress or help you relax. HH

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Keep life simple and stick to what you know and do best. Controversy will lead to additional challenges that you can do without. HHHHH

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Make personal improvement alterations that will help build your confidence. Look for a better position or consider starting a small home-based business. HHH

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Accept the inevitable. The outcome will be in your favor, so don’t get all worked up over nothing. Now is not the time to cause a scene. HHH