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Ancient peoples named this moon for a brief season of ripeness, when berries could be gathered from the fields. The Strawberry Moon shines over Capricorn territory, illuminating what has matured through patience and time. This is not the dessert of luck but of ripeness. The fruit is ready because the season is right. Even Mercury's retrograde cannot stop this sweetness from finding its way into your hands.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Glowing in you: gratitude. It's often mistaken for a pleasant feeling, when it is actually a powerful way of directing attention. What you appreciate becomes more abundant. Especially sweet: a friendship that has stood the test of time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Glowing in you: hope. Not wishful thinking, but a practical belief that tomorrow can be better than today. You keep moving forward. Especially sweet: encouragement from someone who not only believes you can do it but will help however possible.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Glowing in you: discernment. You no longer feel compelled to pursue every opportunity that appears. Knowing what to decline creates more room for what matters to you. Especially sweet: the freedom that comes from a clear choice.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Glowing in you: curiosity. Questions lead you further than certainty ever could. A willingness to learn opens doors, reveals opportunities and keeps life interesting. Especially sweet: an unexpected conversation that expands your world.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Glowing in you: adaptability. When plans change, you find another route instead of becoming stuck. Flexibility turns obstacles into detours rather than dead ends. Especially sweet: a solution that appears through improvisation.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Glowing in you: humor. You can spot the absurdity in situations that might otherwise become frustrating. This gift keeps challenges from growing larger than they need to be. Especially sweet: laughter shared with someone you love.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Glowing in you: confidence. Not the loud kind, but the steady belief that you can handle whatever comes next. This changes how people respond to you. Especially sweet: being trusted with greater responsibility.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Glowing in you: compassion. You recognize that most people are carrying burdens that remain unseen. This awareness helps you move through the world with grace and perspective. Especially sweet: a shared understanding that's genuine and rare.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Glowing in you: creativity. You see possibilities where others see limitations. Ideas connect, combine and evolve into something useful, beautiful or entertaining. Especially sweet: a project that takes on a life of its own.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Glowing in you: emotional maturity. It shows up in how easily you connect with people and how you're able to build lasting relationships. Especially sweet: the rhythms and routines you build with others resulting in a true feeling of togetherness and belonging.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Glowing in you: focus. Distractions lose some of their appeal as you become more interested in meaningful progress. Your efforts gather momentum. Especially sweet: finally finishing something that has been lingering a long while on your list.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Glowing in you: patience. You understand that many worthwhile things require time. Instead of forcing results, you allow growth to unfold at its natural pace. Especially sweet: a long-awaited development finally taking shape.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (June 29). It's your Year of the Golden Compass in which every detour reveals itself as part of the route. You stop second-guessing your direction and start trusting inner guidance. More highlights: Two fun partnerships in purposeful projects. New income using your expertise. Events you host are a hit as your home is a hub of comfort and celebration. Libra and Capricorn adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 11, 4, 26, 18 and 7.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: When people think Cancer, they picture someone openly emotional, nurturing or sentimental. Colin Jost expresses the moonchild energy through social intelligence, self-protection and a talent for reading the room. As a writer and "Weekend Update" anchor on "Saturday Night Live," Jost's job has often been less about being the loudest personality than about sensing what an audience will laugh at.

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