YOUR HOROSCOPE
Birthday Gal: Actress Rachel Bilson was born in Los Angeles on this date in 1981. This birthday gal currently stars as Sam Swift on “Take Two.” She also starred as Dr. Zoe Hart on “Hart of Dixie” and Summer Roberts on “The O.C.” She played the recurring role of Alyssa Greene on “Nashville” and has appeared on episodes of “Drunk History,” “That ‘70s Show,” and “How I Met Your Mother.”
Aries (March 21-April 19): Accept admonitions humbly and be willing to listen to instructions. There may be a seed of truth in even the most unreasonable criticisms. Consider that following the rules might make you a better person.
Taurus (April 20-May 20): Take time to prepare a timetable. Don’t let a lack of careful preparation slow you down even if prep work seems tedious. There may be hurdles to jump so don’t start out with a stone in your shoe or untied laces.
Gemini (May 21-June 20): Learn your lessons and lighten your load. Take an interest in financial success to a higher level by reading or asking questions. An intense passion for knowledge might lead to career insights or strengthen ambitions.
Cancer (June 21-July 22): Achieve a more perfect union. You have the vision and the energy to put your favorite plans into forward motion. A significant other may add the ingenuity and structure that enables you to achieve your dreams.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Plug away at realizing your dreams. Your closest companions seem ambitious, thorough and precise. Maybe you can dovetail your people skills and intuitions with theirs to create a mutually beneficial whole.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It’s tough to relax and unwind when you feel pressured to pay bills. Cheer up, as this is a quickly passing phase. With your detail-oriented skills, you can easily juggle the checkbook or handle intricate calculations.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You might end up in a muddy paddock rather than greener pastures. You may be rebuffed by a loved one or disappointed in a new hookup. Real love will survive the test. Avoid buying clothing or shoes today.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Be a wise old owl. Give a hoot about your possessions and financial success and you will find a perch above the crowd. Treat someone to a romantic candlelit dinner for two without expecting something in return.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Walk the straight and narrow when dealing with the public or outside world. Don’t cut corners or exaggerate your abilities. Your family will be supportive of your more creative and whimsical ideas.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): To realize your ambitions, you must adhere to the rules and concentrate on complying with the guidelines. You may find it difficult to relax in social situations because you are obsessed with something.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may feel unappreciated. Remind yourself of all the substantial progress you have already achieved. Just because your nose is held to the grindstone doesn’t mean your eyes cannot look towards the stars.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Partners, friends, or loved ones might set high standards, but you can meet them with ease. Others may seem demanding or immersed in achieving an ambition, but they will respect your good taste and imagination. if August 25 is your birthday: Between now and the end of September, you seem to easily “get it right.” Your friendly gestures attract helpful people and your willingness to accept change may bring a change for the better. In November and early December, you may feel carefree but may also be careless. You can be fooled by appearances or fall prey to wishful thinking. You may press the right financial, career, or business buttons in December, when your strategies will be successful. Next March, you might be ready to make a permanent commitment or may meet someone who will affect your destiny. Since you will be at your attractive best, it is a good time to look for a new job or position.