Astrology: Take a look at your daily horoscope

Happy birthday: for Friday, Aug. 2. This year, you might be more concerned with practical elements of your life. At the same time, you incorporate and give meaning to a lot of what used to seem unrelated. If single, you break a pattern and finally seem ready to settle down in a committed relationship. The right person could appear at the end of this birthday year. If attached, the two of you continue to connect with depth. A surprise on the home front might be hard to adjust to at first!

VIRGO tends to be very fussy and demanding. Do not take their comments personally. Aries (March 21-April 19): ★★★★ What happens today could occur quite quickly and out of the blue. Avoid a power play by staying centered and working at an even pace. Make it OK for others to hold their own opinions and act on them. Tonight: Clear your desk first.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): ★★★★★ Your mind keeps drifting to a child, dear friend or potential loved one. You have a lot to do. Streamline your list. You will want to give more time to others at present. Tonight: One-on-one relating makes you smile.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): ★★★★ Your mind is on your home and immediate family. Many of you may choose to stay at home and be present in the moment. If you are considering a change in your personal life, air out your thoughts with someone who can give you feedback. Tonight: Stay close to home.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): ★★★★★ Speak your mind, but recognize that not everyone can keep up with your ideas, as they can change rapidly. Be open to questions. Others might want some clarification. A partner adjusts to your ideas and gives you feedback. Tonight: Chat over dinner.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): ★★★★ Be aware of how much is too much talk, especially over finances and a purchase. You could find someone you deal with almost daily to be unpredictable. Make adjustments, but do not change directions. Tonight: Where you know you’ll have fun.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): ★★★★ Defer to another person and handle what is happening as he or she wishes. You might tap into a resourceful source who comes up with great ideas that could work well. Others appreciate you assuming a backseat role, yet being helpful. Tonight: Make the most of TGIF.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): ★★★★★ Defer to others, yet do not feel pressured to follow every idea or suggestion they come up with. You might not want to discuss everything you are thinking about at this point. Tonight: Only what you want.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): ★★★★★ A friend plays a significant role in making a decision with you. This process creates a stronger tie between you. Your attention might not be on a serious issue, but instead on a lighter one that frequently occurs with friends. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): ★★★★ You might not be clear regarding what a family member wants, or maybe you can’t get a definition of what is needed in terms of a domestic matter. Others might not verbalize what they are thinking. Tonight: Letting off steam.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): ★★★★★ One-on-one relating is highlighted. You might not be sure which way to go with an important decision that has long-term implications. Recognize what is happening. Do not be surprised by another person’s seemingly wild ideas. Tonight: Off exploring.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): ★★★★★ Stay focused on a partner, loved one or friend who you could be involved with in a financial matter. You might not agree with all of this person’s ideas. Share your reservations. Tonight: Out with a favorite person.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): ★★★★ Others insist on dominating. At this moment, you cannot break through. Go off and do your own thing. Know that you will be missed. How can one dominate without an audience or another party? Tonight: Say yes to plans if you want to join in.

Born today: Musician Garth Hudson (1937), actress Alice Evans (1971), guitarist Les Dudek (1952)