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- By Eugenia Last

Happy Birthday (Aug. 23):

Embrace change and make it work for you. Your numbers are 4, 15, 19, 22, 28, 30, 42.

Birthday Baby:

You are steady, loyal and adaptable. You are persistent and intense.

Aries (March 21-April 19):

You can make a difference if you are clever about the way you help others. \*\*\*\*

Taurus (April 20-May 20):

Don’t give up when a couple of critical changes can get you back in the game. \*\*

Gemini (May 21-June 20):

Take note what others are doing, but don’t share too much about your plans. Focus on home, family and projects you can work on with loved ones. \*\*\*

Cancer (June 21-July 22):

Emotional stress will lead to ill health. A misunderst­anding will get blown out of proportion. \*\*\*

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22):

Excessive behavior will cause worry. \*\*\*

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

A change will do you good. Get out and meet new people, take a course or pick up skills that will help you change direction. \*\*\*\*\*

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):

Keep the peace, regardless of what others do or how they react. Use your charm and diplomacy to keep things moving forward. \*\*

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):

Take pride in what you do. Look out for close friends and relatives. \*\*\*\*

Sagittariu­s (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

Keep your opinions to yourself, and avoid getting involved with people who tend to be pushy or excessive. \*\*\*\*

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

Be a leader and bring about change. Negotiate on your own behalf. \*\*\*

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

Setting a budget will help you avoid getting talked into spending more than you can afford. \*\*\*

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20):

Look for opportunit­ies that allow you to secure your position and be rewarded for your input and ability. \*\*\*

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