A baby born today has a Sun in Libra and a Moon in Gemini.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020:
Rebelllious, idealistic and charming, you have piercing and insightful views and you seek in some way to better the human condition. This year, you succeed in a solo effort, and make much money doing it. If single, you might choose to stay solitary for some time before you find a mate. If attached, you share warmth and intimacy with your partner, albeit with some restlessness. VIRGO gives you necessary space.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Commuter travel or a short neighborhood trip brings a chance encounter or experience that serves to awaken new perspectives. You will be exposed to those who have a different philosophy of life than yours. Tonight: Ongoing emails and phone calls.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

You are slightly distracted with your work today. You will long to make some new purchases either to give as gifts or to add pleasure to recreation hours. Be sensible and study your budget before overextending though. Tonight: Balanced online retail therapy.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

The adventurer within you awakens. You’re weary of the details of daily routine and long for expansion. Keep your cheerful outlook and be aware of how associates are affecting you. Cultivate positive companions. Tonight: It’s your party and you’ll cry if you want to.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Peace and quiet today helps you find a sense of direction. You have ideas concerning future plans that others aren’t receptive to just yet. Natural beauty in a wilderness setting helps you align your natural inner rhythms. Tonight: Examine new options and seek advice.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Favors are unexpectedly returned. Friends are sincere and supportive. You will be wise in your selection of long-range goals. Working on projects that have enduring quality brings satisfaction today. Think longevity. Tonight: You will feel more grounded and secure.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You’re shown how important you are to professional associates as well as to your loved ones. Return all emails and phone calls promptly. The appropriate responses you make now will make today a success. Tonight: Others are tempted to make plans for you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You can travel back to an old haunt. It’s also a favorable time to reread a favorite book or to review language skills. Stories or poems with a profound message have considerable appeal. You’ll feel more optimistic. Tonight: Interest in forming a new partnership.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today brings a mystery to light, and the financial situation is clarified through details a partner brings to your attention. Don’t take advice, especially about business, verbatim. A second opinion is a good idea. Tonight: Indulge in something only you want to do.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You attract compliments and adoration from unlikely sources today. Be honest about feelings if a romantic mood is exhibited by someone to whom you’re not drawn. There could be some new developments at work to analyze. Tonight: Intimate date night.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Turn daily duties into a competitive game to boost morale. Your energy and enthusiasm make you an inspiration to co-workers. Don’t hesitate to take on new responsibility. And make sure to get some exercise in today! Tonight: Delicious home-cooked meal.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today helps you know yourself better and tap into your potential. Others are more loving and cooperative. You can share a good joke with someone you care for. Celebrate by reaching out and focusing on creative projects and hobbies. Tonight: Fun late night.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Entertain at home; plan a family activity. Elderly relatives might have entertaining information about genealogy and family traditions. It’s a splendid time to redecorate and rearrange your home. Tonight: Everyone chips in with rearranging the house — with varying, different results.

Born today: Psychiatrist R.D. Laing (1927), archbishop Desmond Tutu (1931), writer Anita Shreve (1946)