By Linda C. Black Tribune Media Services Today’s Birthday (April 29). You could be motivated by a secret passion this year, and that can be quite entertaining. It could also be quite profitable, so don’t try to avoid your desires completely. Use them to propel you to greater heights. 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 an 8 _ You have a tendency to be impetuous. Curb that tendency where money is concerned. Where love is concerned, full speed ahead. Taurus (April 20-May 20) _ Today is a 7 _ There are times when moving quickly is a good idea. That’s why you stay so well prepared, right? Pounce on the good deal when you see it. Gemini (May 21-June 21) _ Today is a 7 _ Reveal your hopes and dreams to good friends. They’ll encourage you, and that’s worth a lot. They’ll help you devalue your fears. Cancer (June 22-July 22) _ Today is a 7 _ You may not be able to collect for all the work you’re doing now. Run a tab for a deserving soul who’ll pay you when he can. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) _ Today is a 7 _ A contact with somebody far away improves your confidence. You know you’re loved even if it may be hard to achieve your goal. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) _ Today is a 7 _ Don’t start out on your adventure just yet. There are a few more things to resolve, and there’s still a chance you could find a better deal. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) _ Today is a 6 _ You hate to be the one who has to say “no.” You’d rather buy your friends, kids and mate anything they want. However, you’re not made of money, as you may have noticed. Point that out. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) _ Today is a 7 _ Do your best to maintain a semblance of normalcy in spite of recent disruptions. A favorite meal tonight will help calm jangled nerves. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) _ Today is a 9 _ You still have an abundance of good vibes to spread around. This is good, because you’ll encounter several people who could use a few. Share. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) _ Today is a 7 _ The person who’s most annoying now could actually do you a favor. He or she can tip you off to something you’ll want to avoid. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) _ Today is a 7 _ Go ahead and launch, even if you’re not sure how you’ll finish what you’re starting. You’re very smart and very motivated. You’re sure to think of something. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) _ Today is a 6 _ The reason you get paid the big bucks is because you’re so darned creative. Continue to point out what others miss. They depend on you to do that. ___ ‘copy 2003, TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES INC. Distributed by Knight Ridder/Tribune Information Services.