YOUR horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017:

This year you show off your sunny personality, but often hold back with expressing your emotional depth. In fact, at times you could be surprised by feelings that arise from out of nowhere. If you are single, you express a lot of caring, but your message does not always get through. Relax when dating and getting to know someone. October could pave the way to a new bond. If you are attached, the two of you could feel more connected than you have in a while. Taking frequent timeouts together will be crucial. CANCER can be very difficult for you to understand.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

You’ll want to throw yourself into living life to the fullest. You might be pleased by how you are able to bypass what has been holding you back. Invitations come forward, some of which will appeal to you greatly. Tonight: Do only what you want, and have a ball.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

A conversation between you and a close friend is likely to greatly affect both of you. Potential for confusion surrounds you and others. Verify plans, specifically the time and place. Do the same with important conversations as well. Tonight: Invite others over for a party.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Keep a conversation moving. How you see life and your day-to-day interactions could be much different from how the majority of people see theirs. Curb a tendency to spread news too soon, to the extent that it seems more like gossip. Tonight: A surprise becomes possible.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

You are on cruise control in the morning. Make calls and plans early on. You might hear so much news that you will want to change your plans in order to continue a conversation. Reach out to a loved one by giving him or her a token of your affection. Tonight: Make it your treat.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

You might not feel up to snuff in the morning. Give yourself the opportunity to do nothing and be a couch potato. Realize that you have reason to feel worn out. Indulge in a little self-care and you will regain your vigor in no time. Tonight: You could be confused by a money matter.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

The morning allows others to put a smile on your face. Whether it is the plans you make or simply your joy of interacting with key people in your life makes little difference. Allow others to express their thoughts and personality. Listen well. Tonight: Beam in more of what you want.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

A take-charge attitude opens up a door that typically might be closed to you. Express your appreciation of a friend’s role in your life. A loved one manages once more to turn a situation upside down; at least this person keeps your life exciting. Tonight: At a fun happening.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Touch base with a loved one whom you consider to be very special. Your energy might be focused on a quick change and new possibilities. Accept the role of bringing others together for an important event. Demonstrate your interpersonal skills. Tonight: Till the wee hours.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You might be more in tune with a loved one than you realize. You give this person the space to make his or her own decisions. Recognize that your trust means a lot and puts your relationship on a different level. Make unique plans for later. Tonight: Go on an adventure.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You could be overly tired and withdrawn. You might wonder when it would be best to have a long-overdue chat. Let the other party initiate this important talk. Allowing this person to make the first move is nothing but intelligent. Tonight: In the whirlwind of the moment.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Get as many errands and projects completed while you can. A friend or loved one might feel as if you rain on his or her parade. Let this person make the first move. You will be a lot happier if you don’t push too hard for what you want. Tonight: Certainly not alone.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

You express the need to let go more and have a day that is a little less structured. You will see how energized you feel when that occurs. Learn the power of recharging your batteries more often. You will revitalize not only yourself, but also your daily life. Tonight: Order out.

BORN TODAY:

Fashion designer Coco Chanel (1883), former U.S. President Bill Clinton (1946), actor John Stamos (1963)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday, Aug. 20, 2017:

This year you exude charisma and creativity. Your magnetic personality draws others toward you. Some people are attracted to you, whereas others are just curious and want to get to know you better. If you are single, you do not have to be overly active in pursuing The One. Trust that you will meet someone special when you’re out and about. If you are attached, you could be unusually assertive, which will create some tension between you and your significant other. Try to be less me-oriented and more sensitive to your sweetie. A fellow LEO might become sarcastic if pushed.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

A loved one could trigger a lot of unplanned activity. You’ll like what occurs, even though there are likely to be a few surprises along the way. A friend or loved one who is involved in some uproar might reach out to you. Tonight: Let the personality of the day shine through!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Slow down and make this a lazy day. Know that your idea will be contagious and will encourage others to join you. Let this happen, but do not feel as if you need to do anything with anyone. Choose plans just for you. Tonight: Schedule a massage.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Reach out to friends and loved ones and catch up on their news. The social quality of the day is not lost on you. Tap into a childlike curiosity and delight in some mischief when dealing with a loved one who tends to be difficult. Tonight: Make plans to meet friends for dinner.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Be aware of the costs of proceeding in a chosen direction. The ramifications could be worse than you had anticipated. Your home might be your castle, but you will need to limit how much time you spend there. Tonight: Give thought to tomorrow.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

You’ll be moving more quickly than you realize. If you’re playing a sport, this energy spurt is likely to pay off. However, you could find that your friends seem to be distancing themselves, as they can’t keep up. Be careful. Tonight: Squeeze in some exercise first.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You might not even realize that you have been so irritable as of late. Today, however, you become aware of some anger that is coming from you. A discussion about what is bothering you is appropriate. Be careful about making a costly mistake. Tonight: Make it early.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You could be on the verge of realizing a long-term goal with the help of a very assertive friend. Together, you can move mountains. Your positive and caring energy adds a softness to your inner determination. Tonight: Only where the crowds are.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You are in the limelight, and others like what they see. Realize that your options are limited, and that once you commit, you might not be able to return to where you were. Think carefully before taking the leap. A secret encounter needs to stay hush-hush. Tonight: Accept an offer.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Reach out to someone at a distance. You might feel as if you rarely see this individual. Planning a get-together could be a lot of fun. Friends surround you, but one person proves to be a fountain of ideas. Tonight: Detach from a problematic situation.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

One-on-one relating will be a source of satisfaction. A close friend or loved one might help you evaluate a purchase or an immediate change. An older friend seems to like how you present yourself and act. Take this person’s compliments with grace. Tonight: A must appearance.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You could be more involved in someone else’s life than you are aware. Reach out to someone at a distance who is a non-emotional source of feedback in your life. Listen to this person’s advice before making a decision. Tonight: Decide who, where and when.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

One-on-one relating could involve a purchase or a decision that could improve the quality of your life. Remain sure of yourself, but don’t push beyond your limits. Others need to learn that you, too, have a bottom line that needs to be honored. Tonight: Squeeze in some exercise.

BORN TODAY:

TV personality Al Roker (1954), actress Amy Adams (1974), singer/songwriter Robert Plant (1948)