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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019:

This year, you evolve to a new level of energy and enthusiasm. You also express unusual empathy and understanding toward others. Others find this mix quite appealing, and you draw in many new people. If single, you will have your share of admirers to choose from. If attached, the two of you feel more connected than you have in the past.

ARIES

(March 21-April 19) You tend to be excessive and go overboard. You might push your luck too far if you are not careful. Matters revolving around travel or a longdistance relationship come to the forefront.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20) Listen carefully to what you are hearing. A friend might be trying to communicate something to you. Understand that you could be seeing a situation the way you want. Your friend might be trying to enlighten you. Just listen.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20) Be willing to take a stand after you understand what is happening. You will see a situation in a new light as a result. Let your imagination run amok around your work.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22) Reach out and find out what is going on with a loved one at a distance. A partner does not currently work well with your thinking. He or she might be closing down for the moment.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22) Socially, you are often the lead player. Relate to a key person on a one-on-one level. He or she needs some special time with you. Go along with what this person asks.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You are more aware of what is going on around you than many other people at the moment. Feelings might be more intense than anticipated for a particular person.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Express your feelings in a meaningful manner to the other party. You might be sharing your thoughts with a dear friend who also has strong emotions about the same situation.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21) No one can deny that you have an imagination that sometimes seems to wander out of control. Use this gift when making plans. You will add fun wherever you are.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21) You could be in a situation that demands attention but also diplomacy. The matter impacts your day-to-day life with family. An investment might seem too good to be true and probably is.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Ask for what you want. Open up discussions. You could feel as if you are losing control and might not be open enough to have this conversation. Still, try to push yourself across the line. The results will be better this way.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Your choices could be costly no matter what. You cannot control certain matters beyond nixing them. If the tab is too high, you will come up with original and different solutions.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20) You could be more flexible, yet at the moment, you can see how to make a dream come true. Know that you still might need to flex at the last minute.

BORN TODAY:

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