Horoscope

Today's birthday

(Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018) This year you will become concerned with communication. You want others to clearly receive your thoughts. Your skills could be improved by taking a workshop. You understand the importance of attitude, too. If you are single, you could be swept off your feet by someone you meet this year. Make sure you are ready to commit to your desired level. If you are attached, the two of you could fall madly back in love with each other. Others who do not know you might think you are new lovers. Sagittarius always has a remedy to help you loosen up.

(March 21-April 19) ★★★★★ Reach out to a loved one at a distance. In general, it might be hard to connect with others. Leave a message, if need be. Someone cares about you; note this person’s behavior. Clear up a misunderstanding quickly. Tonight: You need to make an effort toward a loved one.

(April 20-May 20) ★★★★ Focus on your immediate family. Many are making changes around their homes. A key person wants to be part of the process. This individual might not have your taste, but he or she certainly expresses a sense of adventure, especially with colors. Tonight: Make it cozy.

(May 21-June 20) ★★★★★ You need to respond to others, as your popularity soars. A neighbor or a close relative will reach out to you. You provoke others to daydream about what they want. Mercury, your ruling planet, moves into a more favorable position. Tonight: Celebrate the night with friends.

(June 21-July 22) ★★ You love bringing your family and/or friends together. Sometimes, you might be busy helping someone make his or her life work. Whatever you do, be gracious and willing to pitch in. Others understand that you give of yourself to demonstrate your caring. Tonight: Take a walk.

(July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★★ You could not be in better shape to enjoy your life and loved ones. Romance for those who are available soars to new heights. Attached Leos express their caring for their partners. Children feel your affection. Tonight: Do not allow a little tension to interfere with the moment.

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★ You might be difficult to find. You could be thinking about a loved one or be involved in some expression of caring. Know that you do not need to explain your behavior. Examine what you want from a relationship without making any declarations yet. Tonight: Dinner for two.

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★★ You can be lively, especially when dealing with a friend or loved one. The opportunity could arrive to introduce this person to new people whom you also enjoy. You see the bright side of relating right now, as you rarely do. Tonight: Any excuse to keep the party going on and on!

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★ You will be in the limelight, regardless of whether you want to be. Others seek you out for feedback or a friendly chat. Use care when indulging in the moment, as you easily could go overboard. You love the good life! Tonight: Others want to join you for some good times.

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(Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★★ You are all smiles, and others notice how upbeat and magnetic you are. Understand that several people are likely to engage you in conversation in order to catch up. You carry your feelings in your expression, at least for now. Tonight: Consider trying a new type of cuisine.

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★ A loved one feels tightly knit to you. You might not be totally at ease with this person’s self-expression when demonstrating this caring. If you feel uncomfortable, you might consider opening up a conversation. Make it OK to distance yourself. Tonight: Off on a fun adventure.

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★★★ You leap into the forefront when out with friends and/or a loved one. If you are available, you might find that there is more to a friendship than you originally had thought. What you do with this information is up to you. Tonight: Partake in some good times with a special friend.

(Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★★★ You could be more in tune with a quiet Sunday. Join a loved one for a picnic at a favorite spot. Do not forget to take that catnap, too. Some extra R and R will do wonders for your temperament and energy levels. Tonight: Consider how to get a head start on tomorrow.

Capricorn Aquarius Pisces The stars show the kind of day you'll have: 5 Dynamic; 4 Positive; 3 Average; 2 So-so; 1 Difficult.