By Linda C. Black Tribune Media Services Today’s Birthday (April 3). You’re quick yet deliberative this year, innovative yet practical. This can be a very successful combination, especially since you’re also lucky. And, of course, the better prepared you are, the luckier you’ll get. 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 should be a wealthy person _ you’d do so much good with the money. Allow abundance into your life by being extra generous. Taurus (April 20-May 20) _ Today is a 6 _ You’re becoming more decisive, though you still have considerations. You hate rushing into things, and that’s good. You’re becoming more certain. Keep asking questions. Gemini (May 21-June 21) _ Today is a 7 _ Resist the urge to be impetuous. Take time to contemplate recent developments. Watch what people do, rather than just listening to what they say. Cancer (June 22-July 22) _ Today is a 6 _ Just when you thought you couldn’t bear the pressure, it starts to ease. Friends are coming to your rescue. You’re not alone. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) _ Today is an 8 _ New contacts you’ve made and data you’ve received can help advance your career. Don’t brag, but do let the news get out to someone who’ll be impressed. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) _ Today is a 7 _ You’ve been through a few tough days. Line up a celebration. Tonight and tomorrow look good for love, and Saturday ain’t bad either. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) _ Today is a 7 _ Don’t let your partner spend all the money without your input. Stay involved, or you’ll end up paying for something you don’t even like. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) _ Today is a 6 _ A gentle, quiet person can teach you some valuable skills. Follow orders from a brassy type, but settle down later with one who’s good at not talking. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) _ Today is an 8 _ You’ve had time to do some serious bonding. Now, get back to work. Show that your love is true by building something solid together. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) _ Today is a 6 _ You may feel as if you’ve been trying to convince people who already had their minds made up. Relax tonight with someone who understands you without a word being said. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) _ Today is a 7 _ Try out a new idea in the privacy of your own home. Something that you’ve been thinking about could greatly improve your level of comfort. Get the best. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) _ Today is a 7 _ Although you might be able to get by on your good looks, it really isn’t necessary. You’re smart, too. Prove it by taking on a challenging assignment. ___ ‘copy 2003, TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES INC. Distributed by Knight Ridder/Tribune Information Services.