Horoscope

Today’s birthday (Thursday, Aug. 25, 2016) This year you could be more challenging than you realize. A friend or associate often expresses his or her frustration in dealing with you. Be more understanding of others. You might have difficulties staying grounded, especially in relationships. If you are single, you attract many different people. The person you choose to be with will be very comfortable in your company. If you are attached, you might feel pressured by your sweetie to express your feelings more often. You quickly will learn that what you say is more important than how you say it. Pisces often confuses you. Aries (March 21-April 19) Just when you have think you have completed most of what you want done, you’ll discover otherwise. Someone could become quite touchy. You might want to throw your hands in the air and say, “I give up.” Tonight: Clear the air with a certain person. Taurus (April 20-May 20) Curb a need to be possessive. Every so often, you have an attack of the greeneyed monster. Rather than react to someone’s actions with harsh words, just become less available. Your point will be conveyed without words. Tonight: Go shopping for several items you want or need. Gemini (May 21-June 20) You could be in a situation where you would prefer to express your feelings to a partner before he or she becomes irritable and difficult. Let others offer their feedback and help you let this person know that enough is enough. Tonight: Ask and you shall receive.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) You

might wake up on the wrong side of the bed this morning. You could snarl at one person and ignore others. Fortunately, those around you read you loud and clear; they know when they have pushed too far, based on your reactions. Tonight: Confusion runs through your plans.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) You have a tendency to draw in many people, but sometimes those same people could become highly reactive or jealous. Your words and smile might heal the moment, but not their insecurity. Recognize what you must say to help others relax. Tonight: Where the crowds are.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You might be at your wits’ end with a volatile situation. Recognize that you can’t control this situation, but you can control your responses. This matter could involve real estate or your domestic life. Allow your creativity to infuse a relationship. Tonight: Listen to a loved one.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) You might want to reach out to a loved one. This person needs to know that you care, but his or her initial reaction might be less than friendly. Know that there is more going on here than meets the eye. A work-related matter is not as it appears. Tonight: Make plans accordingly. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Allow your creativity to come out when dealing with a partner. The two of you tend to come up with the strangest ideas when conversing. You are very different from each other, yet you both love the unusual. You will find a solution. Tonight: Plan on dinner for two. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) 6666 You might want to reconsider your attitude and reactions. Others could feel very strongly about a personal matter and won’t want to change their tune. At times, you appear to be a lot tougher than you really are. Tonight: A loved one’s reaction leaves you feeling confused. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) You have a lot to do. Today’s hectic pace could wear you out. Someone close to you might not be able to figure out why you are less than sunny. Perhaps you need to be more verbal about what ails you, even if it has little to do with the person in question. Tonight: Pace yourself. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) While someone’s attitude might get to you, you know where it is coming from, and will be able to move on. Friends will ask you what is going on, but you are likely to change the subject. Allow your sunny perspective of life to emerge. Tonight: Be spontaneous. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Tension stems from various areas of your life. You understand the expectations that a boss has for a work-related matter. Your sense of humor emerges when dealing with a family member. Work on being nonreactive. Tonight: Share a bottle of bubbly with a loved one.