Aries (March 21 - April 19) It won't take much to get your neighbor to lend you their trampoline for the cookout this weekend; all you have to do is ask. If you go so far as to actually turn on the charm, you could probably borrow the grill, get a basket of fresh veggies and take their new convertible for a spin while you're at it.
Taurus (April 20 - May 20) Go ahead and splurge on new sheets for your bed, and don't stand there and contemplate the thread count in terms of individual worth. Or if you're considering whether to have a cup of coffee or take a nap, go for the nap. Spend a little on yourself, whether that means time, money or energy.
Gemini (May 21 - June 21) You're so carried away with your own thoughts as you drag the hose around the garden, you could be in danger of causing a flood. Make sure you pay attention as you stick to even menial tasks. Clouds are clearly in your eyes; don't operate heavy machinery.
Cancer (June 22 - July 22) A woman is walking down the street with the most gorgeous embroidered shirt you've ever seen and you run home to make a sketch. Perhaps you'll come across the stencil design you've been looking for as you rummage in the attic. Keep your eye out for scintillating inspiration.
Leo (July 23 - August 22) Show your kindness by surprising a friend who's a little down with a basket of fresh vegetables from your garden. It's amazing what a gift of wholesome food can do for the spirits. Who in your life needs such a soothing remedy?
Virgo (August 23 - September 22) It's no problem to build a wall in your house, go running and come home in time to make spring rolls for the whole household while scheduling appointments, returning phone calls and remembering someone's birthday next week. It's an easy feat to juggle all the many facets of your life today.
Libra (September 23 - October 22) Are you inclined to make a sweet-and-sour soup? Watching black-and-white movies, and staying up late and rising early are in your stars. Not only are you at your height for appreciating and even creating harmony in your life, you have the ability to love the balance of extremes.
Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) It's time to think ahead and contemplate what you can do in your garden in preparation for fall. Envision harvest feasts and it will all become very clear. Make sure you have all of your winter cauliflower, carrot, beets, radishes and spinach starters or seeds in the ground.
Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) Joni Mitchell may not be making a comeback on the radio, but she's ready for center stage on your record player. Or perhaps there's a mixed tape from college that is dying to make its way to your kitchen stereo. Music plays a big role in your creative life right now, so reminisce with songs of images.
Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) Take a moment to listen to the symphony of sound surrounding you. Perhaps it's the whir of an electric bus outside your window or a haphazard melody between crickets and frogs. Let the music in the air arouse your auditory sense.
Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) Take blackberries to a new level with a combination you've never tried. Blackberry and cherry pie? A blackberry sauce for meat, fish or as salad dressing? Take the fruits of the season and create delicious and daring alternatives to last year's favorites.
Pisces (February 19 - March 20) It's time to slip a reminder to your neighbor. You gave her several tomato plants earlier this summer, and she promised to repay you in gazpacho and freshly canned tomato sauce. It's not too late to collect on your debts; you just need to give her a gentle nudge.
Charles McDonald and Nate Tice's latest mock draft has five quarterbacks off the board in the top 13, a big-time weapon for Aaron Rodgers and some steals in the second half of the first round.
One common thread runs between Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun's departure and the death knell for GE next week: Jack Welch. Veteran financial journalist Allan Sloan notes that of the CEOs Welch mentored, four succeeded while 13 failed.