This 6th Chinese month was supposed to be a bad month for me (I am an Ox, and my opposition Goat month starts today), but I guess the effects started early. Sorry that the daily horoscopes haven’t been available due to technical difficulties. On Monday, I couldn’t connect to the Internet, and wasted the whole day waiting (and hoping) that it would come back. Tuesday was spent all day on the phone with DSL tech support (four of which walked me through doing the same things to no avail).

The problem was finally deduced to a bad modem; so I go to a store to buy one instead of having to wait a few more days through ordering over the phone. Turns out, most stores DON’T carry DSL modems anymore, but I was lucky to get one of the last two. Then when everything was reconnected—still couldn’t go online!

This time, the computer couldn’t get to the modem because it wasn’t able to read the router (which connects different computers together so that they can all share one modem). Needless to say, I had no idea how to set up a router.

Finally on Wednesday, my cousin helped me set it up (after numerous tries—there was still problems he couldn’t figure out)… and voila! I have never been happier to be able to google something! Can the rest of the month get any worse?

If you haven’t already been doing so, the dragon-gate horoscopes contain very common sense, but valid and useful daily advice (I agree with 98%). Please read them. When life throws one problem after another at you, STOP to take the time and think about all the positive things in your life. Every day, write down at least five things that you are grateful for. It will change your life.

Have a good 4th of July weekend (for those in the U.S.)! And to everyone, may all your weekends be good!

Thursday, July 3

(Please click for the forecasts for July 4 and July 5.)

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Chinese Lunar Dates: Earth Rat Year 6th Month 1st Day

Advice of the Day: Learn to let go. And you will be a happier person.

SUIT: Beginning a new study or education, Long journey, Making new clothes, Match-making, Meeting friends/networking, Moving house, Pray for good fortune, Prayer and worship, Praying to be blessed with a son, Putting up roof beams, Wedding engagement

AVOID: Delivering goods and giving out loans, Financial activities / investment, Ground breaking, Repairing walls

AUSPICIOUS AGE: 45, Dragon

CONFLICT AGE: 39, Dog

CONFLICT ANIMAL OF THE DAY: DOG

Shelly Wu Associates at chineseastrology.com

Today is a Jia (+ Yang Wood) Chen (Dragon) day.

Jia Chen

+Yang Wood Dragon

Best day for: Fire Rooster

Worst day for: Earth Dog

Energy of the day: 18 “KU” Deficiencies

A good day for: New projects, purchasing Real Estate, feng shui, moving, banking

A bad day for: Gossiping, critical speech, loaning money, weddings

Proastro.com

Auspicious

• Wedding
• Traveling
• Buying real estate
• Moving home
• Bed positioning
• Demolition
• Planting/Gardening

Inauspicious

• Funeral
• Groundbreaking

Lillian Too at wofs.com

Whether for business or personal matters, you should never be late or absent for appointments. It shows that you have no respect for the other person.

Yang Taitai at Chinese-tools.com

General

You’re wandering down imaginative paths you haven’t explored before.

Love & Relationships

Expect to hear some interesting news, especially involving someone you love.

Career

A combative has-been reminds you how valuable your good communication skills are.

Lucky number : 14

Best time of the day : 19h00

Compatible Sign : Snake, Monkey, Rooster

Astrology.com

You may be able to branch out at work and make new contacts who can help you with a big project you’re working on. You could have some great times with friends, whether it is chatting during coffee break or getting together for drinks at happy hour. There might be some heart pounding lovemaking tonight.

Asiaone.com

You’ll have the impression of being the target of general hostility; calm down your exacerbated self-pride, and everything will turn out better for you. A blessed day for lonely hearts because of the possibility of various sentimental encounters.

Master Rao at AsiaFlash.com

You’ll need calcium and phosphorus: eat liver, processed cheese, goat cheese, and raw butter. Good chance to find a job. You’ll have nothing to lose in this undertaking; go ahead without hesitation. You’ll see your moves or projects crowned with success; however, control your impulsiveness more than ever and think of consequences before taking risks. Ask yourself if you’ve correctly fulfilled all your obligations toward your family, especially toward your children.

Lillian Too at wofs.com

You have to be shrewd in money matters so that you do not run out of cash for your business transactions. Just do some sensible budgeting and keep strictly to the plan.

Yang Taitai at Chinese-tools.com

General

Trust your inner knowledge more than you trust the so-called experts.

Love & Relationships

Stop leading your partner around by the nose: This game may turn out to be detrimental to you, so look for complicity, collaboration, and then your love story will be worthy of a movie!

Career

If you feel somewhat tired or apathetic, don’t overwork yourself.

Lucky number : 58

Best time of the day : 12h00

Compatible Sign : Dog, Horse, Pig

Astrology.com

It could be a demanding day at work; but if you can focus on your objectives and rely on your stamina, you’ll probably achieve your goals. Too much stress may cause you to have some kind of chronic illness. It might be a good idea to consider meditation and physical exercise to help alleviate it. Try to be patient and flexible to avoid arguments with your loved one.

Asiaone.com

It will be in your interest to act with the greatest honesty towards yourself and not let yourself be invaded by those close people who sometimes are only self-interested. Many friendly contacts and new ideas will stimulate your mind and energy.

Master Rao at AsiaFlash.com

Restraint and moderation should be your mottoes this time: you’ll tend to react violently to minor events and spend much energy uselessly. Beware of making much noise for nothing. If you haven’t met your soul mate, this will very probably be done this time. Frequent a milieu where you feel at ease, show yourself under the most favorable light. How it’s difficult to follow the diet which you’ve decided to adopt! You’ll be very much tempted to let you go!

Lillian Too at wofs.com

Do not be too greedy in money affairs. It will get you nowhere. In the worst case, you could even run the risk of losing everything that you have already won till now.

Yang Taitai at Chinese-tools.com

General

You need other peoples’ energy to help yours resonate in the right way, so try to surround yourself with your friends and well-wishers.

Love & Relationships

If you deem that your present sentimental situation is not entirely satisfactory, profit by this favorable astral ambiance to improve it; in any case, remember that to love is to give much more than to receive.

Career

Shift things around at work and at home so you find yourself with a little playtime.

Lucky number : 81

Best time of the day : 10h00

Compatible Sign : Horse, Pig

Astrology.com

The challenge and energy of the Dragon day could inspire you to accomplish your goals. In situations with your friends, be willing to share the spotlight rather than turn your friendship into a competition. You could be lucky in love. If you’re unattached, you may meet that special someone. If already committed, your relationship may be growing stronger.

Asiaone.com

You’ll put a final touch to a long-term work, or you’ll see one of your most important ambitions achieved. The most difficult family problems will come to an end. You’ll realize that the turn of events primarily depends on your state of mind and the way you adapt yourself.

Master Rao at AsiaFlash.com

Have patience, make a serious effort to reach the aim which you’ve set for yourself, despite the numerous impediments. It will be the moment to mount on the ring and to fight for the defense of your ideas or interests. Stress, irritation, fatigue: that’s what neighborhood noises will cause you; prefer dialog to dispute in the search for a solution to this important problem. Drive certain false ideas out of your mind, especially the one which makes you believe that you’re useful to nobody or that nobody understands you.

Lillian Too at wofs.com

Make sure that food is cleaned properly and cooked well. You do not want to get ill as a result of eating filthy or poorly cooked food. Do not eat raw foods.

Yang Taitai at Chinese-tools.com

General

There is an awful lot going on today — which is good, because you should keep busy.

Love & Relationships

Your love life will come under the sign of harmony and complicity.

Career

Work pressures are mounting, but don’t let your personal life fall totally by the wayside.

Lucky number : 2

Best time of the day : 18h00

Compatible Sign : Rabbit, Dragon, Snake

Astrology.com

It may be frantic and busy at your job but you can still expect to be modestly happy. You might have important friends who come to your aid and get you through any obstacles in your path. It’s probably not a good idea to take risks with your health so get plenty of rest and relaxation to counteract stress.

Asiaone.com

Very sensual, you’ll know how to take full advantage of torrid nights. If you’re lonely, you’ll feel like indulging in amorous adventures without restraint. Risks of sexually transmitted diseases will be on the increase.

Master Rao at AsiaFlash.com

If you like antiques, you’ll have an opportunity to acquire something very interesting. Think to pay all your bills. You don’t lack possibilities, and you would be wrong to underestimate yourself. You should think to practice more sport or to spend your leisure time otherwise than having siesta or watching television. A warm, sunny day, when love will shower you with numerous satisfactions.

Lillian Too at wofs.com

Business could be at a very low ebb. You should try your best to monitor all monetary transactions personally. Be alert to any changes in business policies.

Yang Taitai at Chinese-tools.com

General

All these seemingly unrelated bits of information actually have an underlying theme regarding your life.

Love & Relationships

Relationships change constantly — that’s inevitable.

Career

There’s unfinished work you should take care of early today — then you can relax!

Lucky number : 37

Best time of the day : 22h00

Compatible Sign : Rat, Dragon

Astrology.com

It’s a favorable time for you so you don’t have to take unnecessary risks to have success. Be careful of being so over-confident that it makes you do rash things. You may make an extravagant promise to a friend that you later cannot keep. Romance is high on the radar so be your most charismatic and irresistibly attractive self for a great night of lovemaking.

Asiaone.com

Avoid as you do bubonic plague those who’ll try to draw you into some sect or religious congregation. During this day you could meet the person of your dreams; and if you live as a couple, your relations will be unusually harmonious.

Master Rao at AsiaFlash.com

Possibilities to catch a cold or another infectious disease; take vitamin C. Why not appeal to your friends if you’ve a problem too difficult to solve? Your relationships with your close circle will not be quite harmonious for you may often react too strongly. Don’t throw your money by the windows, think of the difficult periods which you’ve experienced and which might make a comeback one day.

Lillian Too at wofs.com

It is quite a slow day. Wait for a better time to begin new projects. Things drag on and nothing seems to get done. Be patient. Things will improve by tomorrow.

Yang Taitai at Chinese-tools.com

General

Your pride will get a huge boost when others follow your simple suggestions.

Love & Relationships

That one sweetie seems to be hiding something from you, though you can’t for the life of you figure out what it is.

Career

Whether you’re at work or walking in the park, you’re due to meet someone who turns your mind around — once again.

Lucky number : 88

Best time of the day : 15h00

Compatible Sign : Rabbit

Astrology.com

It may be difficult to make progress at work with puzzling issues coming up that involve you. The challenging pace might wear you down so maintain your health by getting plenty of rest during relaxation breaks. You could have a social function that enables you to show off your wry humor.

Asiaone.com

An excellent day for fighting against infections of the genito-urinary system. Beware of errors due to your current absent-mindedness. You’ll experience positive changes in your professional life. Your affective life will be active and well preserved.

Master Rao at AsiaFlash.com

Very happy hazards will help you make up effortlessly for serious delays. You’ll have tremendous energy, and your problem will be to succeed in canalizing it well so that it doesn’t transform itself into devastating aggressiveness; indulge in action. Efficient, realistic, active, you’ll obtain excellent results in your job. Your material situation will also be on the way to an improvement. But with the persons whom you love, you’ll lack tenderness and even attentiveness.

Lillian Too at wofs.com

Your competitors are monitoring your every move. You have to be more alert to keep ahead of your competition. Everyone else wants a piece of the action too.

Yang Taitai at Chinese-tools.com

General

If you don’t respect yourself — and act like it — how can you expect anyone else to treat you as you deserve? But that doesn’t mean being arrogant.

Love & Relationships

It’s time for you and your sweetheart to truly relax.

Career

Financially, you’ll enjoy brand new ease, and you’ll have desires for a new home or solid investments.

Lucky number : 25

Best time of the day : 8h00

Compatible Sign : Pig

Astrology.com

Work could be unsettling; but the Dragon tends to exaggerate so the worst may not always occur. Luck will likely be with you so be patient and persistent. Try to seek help and advice from coworkers and friends when necessary. Think positive and happy thoughts rather than let any worries make you feel sick.

Asiaone.com

You’ll tend to see things superficially and to judge according to appearances. If you hope for a favorable evolution of your affairs, delve deeply into each issue which will present itself. Your relationships with your loved ones will be placed under the sign of amenity.

Master Rao at AsiaFlash.com

This will be the ideal moment to hatch out a first-rate financial strategy. Each thing will come along in its time, be sure of that; it’s useless to rush events. You’ll appreciate the warmth of your home: the love, the tenderness of those whom you cherish will be quite enough for your happiness. Your energy will grow tenfold and your health glowing; you could decide to undertake a weight-reducing diet program successfully. Very good financial prospects.

Lillian Too at wofs.com

There might be an unexpected windfall. But you are prone to overspending. Keep an eye on business affairs. Be alert to new opportunities for your business to expand.

Yang Taitai at Chinese-tools.com

General

For guidance, pay more attention to the new, random ideas you’ve been having.

Love & Relationships

There are times when you and your main squeeze love nothing more than to follow tradition.

Career

An upcoming event will drain your financial resources but add to your education.

Lucky number : 69

Best time of the day : 16h00

Compatible Sign : Rat, Horse, Monkey

Astrology.com

Work could be energetic and ambitious under the Dragon influence. If you could channel your creativity and artistry when working under pressure, you might have some success. There might be petty disputes with people but try to watch what you say as you could be adding fuel to the fire. Spend some quiet time for yourself reading a humorous book to cheer up.

Asiaone.com

You’ve to expect difficulties concerning your children or parents. Careerwise, there’ll surely be some annoying delays, but you’ll know how to react adequately and will above all have the last word in transactions.

Master Rao at AsiaFlash.com

Don’t let yourself be deceived by merchants of illusions who’ll promise you fake jobs, panaceas for all ills, or miracle weight-reducing formulas; as things are at present, it’s difficult not to be credulous and to play at milk cows for the benefit of unscrupulous people. It would perhaps be in your interest to unburden your heart so as to recover your drive and energy; instead of obstinately keeping silent, confide in a person whose discretion is out of doubt.

Lillian Too at wofs.com

Put more effort into winning the heart of your chosen love. You are in a flirtatious mood right now. If you are attached, resist the temptation to stray.

Yang Taitai at Chinese-tools.com

General

There’s a lot of game playing going on today.

Love & Relationships

You’re the kind of person who likes to keep your private life private, but the stars have different plans for you and your sweetie pie.

Career

You want it, you need it, you just have to have it — but if you’re willing to put in a little legwork and have some patience, you might be able to find it at a bargain price.

Lucky number : 91

Best time of the day : 18h00

Compatible Sign : Rat, Pig, Rabbit

Astrology.com

Use your imagination and persuasiveness to put forth a brilliant new idea at work and it could be accepted. With your sense of humor and quick wit combined with the Dragon influence of attracting people, you’ll probably meet new people and make a friend or two. Try to participate in any social situation that comes up for an enjoyable break from the hectic day.

Asiaone.com

Your relationships with your family circle will be tense; do not increase this wind of discord by making unpleasant remarks. Be watchful in your commercial transactions, whether purchases or sales: people will try to set traps for you.

Master Rao at AsiaFlash.com

Someone will try to sell you junk; someone else will attempt to make you pay an exorbitant price for a breakdown service at your home; be therefore vigilant so as not to fatten crooks at your expense! Your notorious sense of reality may be lacking this time; as a result, you may indulge in an incredible adventure with dangerous thoughtlessness. For certain natives of the sign, friendship will take precedence over all the rest this time. But it won’t be impossible that a friend becomes a lover. For that matter, it’s quite normal and widespread and desirable, no?

Lillian Too at wofs.com

It is very important for you to show your loved ones that they remain in your thoughts. Nobody likes being second best. You should give credit where it is due.

Yang Taitai at Chinese-tools.com

General

Everything in moderation, including moderation.

Love & Relationships

It pays to listen when your heart speaks.

Career

Your communication skills are at an all-time high.

Lucky number : 72

Best time of the day : 11h00

Compatible Sign : Dragon, Snake, Monkey

Astrology.com

With your courageous and passionate nature, you could do well at work under the Dragon influence of energy and confidence. But it would be best to use common sense when deciding any course of action. If you let down all your pretenses and share your love with your love partner, your relationship may truly blossom.

Asiaone.com

Sentimental encounters will be magnificent, your ardor will be appreciated and your enthusiasm shared. However, be careful in your impulses for you risk falling on unscrupulous persons. Show the utmost carefulness if you drive a car: your reflexes will be poor.

Master Rao at AsiaFlash.com

This astral climate will bring you moments which are pleasant, romantic and warm. Trips and contacts in general will be favored. Ask for advice from people around you if you really lack good ideas. Beware: you may lack critical mind and let yourself be deceived by an unscrupulous associate or be pushed into dubious affairs. Teach your children the virtue of parsimony; set up the good example.

Lillian Too at wofs.com

Your prime concern should be to save more money, and not to make more money. Actually, you have to keep your eyes wide open to avoid losing hard-earned cash.

Yang Taitai at Chinese-tools.com

General

Indulge yourself with fantasies about your future — if you see it, it may come.

Love & Relationships

You’ll have the chance to have a stable, loving relationship with a person on whom you can lean unreservedly.

Career

Work toward the most benevolent outcome.

Lucky number : 71

Best time of the day : 12h00

Compatible Sign : Rat, Monkey

Astrology.com

You may have to work hard on the job just to stay even and to fight off the competition. Friends who have promised to help might not be able to come through for you. The tension in the air could bring out worries and anxieties. Try to take breaks during the day, even if it’s just a couple of minutes of focused breathing to relieve some of the stress.

Asiaone.com

Lively and pleasant relations with others. Your love life won’t be devoid of burning passion and will provide you with strong emotions. This astral climate will be favorable to health, except for spasmophilic people; these will notice an increase of their spasms.

Master Rao at AsiaFlash.com

It might be time to make severe savings in order to prevent a financial storm. Go and visit your friends and do them services. You won’t have the last word to say at home. You’ll ask yourself many questions, and you’ll question your certitudes. This day promises you thrilling love at first sight, a passionate but ephemeral amorous adventure; don’t engage yourself under such circumstances. Friendship will be greatly favored today.