SUNDAY HOROSCOPE

BirthdayGuy: Actor Peter Stormare was born in Kumla, Sweden on this date in 1953. This birthday guy, born as Peter Storm, is known for his roles in such movies as “22 Jump Street,” “The Lost World: Jurassic Park,” and “Fargo.” He’s played recurring roles on “American Gods,” “Longmire,” and “Graceland,” as well as voicing Lord Dregg on the animated series “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” and Mr. Freeze on “Justice League Action.” Aries(March21-April19): The harder you strike, the faster you can pound in the nail. Focus your efforts on constructive activities, but put your love life on the back burner in the week to come. Taurus(April20-May20): Don’t read too much into minor rifts in the week to come and avoid making major purchases. You might fool other people but you will never be able to fool yourself. Gemini(May21-June20): Make a commitment to guide your life with the truth and honesty. Focus your thoughts on those things that constitute permanent values and display obvious worth. Cancer(June21-July22): You may not be at your best when engaging in face-toface meetings during the first half of the week. You will, however, be able to exude confidence whenever important financial matters come to your attention. Leo(July23-Aug.22): The best arrow in your quiver of skills is your talent for understanding. In the week ahead use compassion to help those in need. You may not see concrete results but you will know what you did. Virgo(Aug.23-Sept.22): When you put your thinking cap on you look as though you should be attending the Kentucky Derby or a royal wedding. Your ideas may lead to discussions that win new friends and support in the week to come. Libra(Sept.23-Oct.22): You could be too generous and tolerant of others for your own good. In the week ahead there may be someone who is all too willing to take advantage of you in a business or financial situation. Avoid making casual promises. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):Appreciate someone’s work ethic and smile, not their status. In the week to come you may be inspired or occasionally confused by outward appearances. Focus on making concrete accomplishments part of your resume. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):Hanging on to the past can be an obstacle to your future. Your business sense may be out of kilter in the week ahead. An old friend may act in an embarrassing manner or you might feel left out of a group activity. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may develop an allergy to wool if you pull the wool over someone’s face. It may be pleasant to find admirers, but they may be misled by your outward persona. In the week ahead try to be more revealing. Aquarius(Jan.20-Feb.18): Let others use you as a tower of strength, not a crutch. A display of sympathy never helped anyone become stronger or learn to handle troubles wisely. Keep your money in the piggy bank the first half of the week. Pisces(Feb.19-March20): Take stock of your work and your health as this week unfolds. What you really need to be happy and comfortable may be illuminated. A friend or child may mystify you with a penchant for unrealizable fantasies. if August 27 is your birthday: An upgrade to your energy levels can make the next three to four weeks a fine time for physical fitness or starting any health related regimen. If you imagine yourself thin and trim it can be accomplished. Your life may become more exciting by late September and you may meet new people or stumble upon new experiences and opportunities. Early November is the very best time to put your ideas into motion or to make key decisions that could affect your love life, finances or career. December and January is a good time to develop a new circle of friends, so go ahead and join a book club or start attending meetings. In late January you need to keep your nose pressed firmly to the grindstone and gather experience.