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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018: This year you finally feel as if you can accomplish certain key goals. You might be surprised by a secret desire that could become a reality. SAGITTARIUS often runs with your ideas.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

★★★★ Your get-up-and-go really cannot be stopped, except when a boss or older relative may hassle you or want more control. Finances could be involved. Trust your own judgment. Tonight: Beam in more of what you want.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

★★★★ For most of the daylight hours, you will enjoy greater ease and success. You do not need to push hard, though you should avoid someone you must respond to. This person could be feisty right now. Tonight: Vanish! GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★

You might feel pressured by everything you have to do. An older friend may need help, and he or she can’t stop demanding more of your time. Your mind seems to float into other realms. Tonight: A friend extends a fun invitation. CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★★

You have the ability to read between the lines. You also are aware of someone’s odd behavior. This person might be reticent to be as open as you probably would like. Tonight: Enjoy a midweek break out on the town. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★

Your adventuresome spirit comes forward, leaving the more sedate and cautious facets of your personality behind. Enjoy greeting new ideas and people. Tonight: Try out a new type of cuisine with a loved one. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★

You have become remarkably independent. When a partner suddenly decides to become more dominant, a collision could be the outcome. Tonight: If you like what is happening, go along with the moment.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★

Let someone take the lead, as he or she wants to call the shots. Know that you can choose to make a suggestion or head in another direction. Do not forget that you have the gift of charm. Tonight: Definitely not alone. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★ Just because no one agrees with you does not mean that you are wrong. Know that to take the stand that you feel works would require a lot of confidence. Follow your heart and take the lead. Tonight: The Force is with you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

★★★★ You don’t need to make excuses. Your creativity soars. Add imagination to your routine, and others are likely to relish the change. A new friend could emerge. Tonight: Your adventurous personality comes out.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

★★★ If you decide to change your plans, do so. Spending some time in a different environment helps loosen up your creativity. You could come up with a solution. Tonight: Act as if your home is your castle.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

★★★★ Be willing to approach an issue among close friends or family in a different way. Recognize that what you feel works might be perfect for you, but not for others. Tonight: At a favorite spot.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

★★★ Don’t worry if you feel less energized than you have in the past few days. Take some extra time to catch up on your budget and see how much flexibility you have. Tonight: Throw around ideas for the weekend.