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Birthday Gal: Actress Angie Harmon was born in Dallas, Texas, on this day in 1972. This birthday gal has starred as Jane Rizzoli on the TV series “Rizzoli and Isles” since 2010. She also played Abbie Carmichael on both “Law and Order” and “Law and Order: SVU.” Her big break came when she landed the role of Ryan McBride on “Baywatch Nights” in 1995. Harmon’s film resume includes “Seraphim Falls,” “Fun with Dick and Jane” and “Agent Cody Banks.”
Aries ( March 21- April 19): Birds of a feather flock together. Under these stars, you can find common ground with people who have a dynamic sense of what’s most popular with the general public. You’ll find support and ingenuity is on your side.
Taurus ( April 20- May 20): Mend fences rather than worrying about what’s on the other side. If something has bothered your conscience, take a chance and be frank and honest. Your openness will yield some rewards you didn’t anticipate.
Gemini ( May 21- June 20): Plenty of people would gladly switch places with you. Try to show your appreciation toward others in as many ways as possible. This is a good time to pick up the phone and spread some sunshine around.
Cancer ( June 21- July 22): There could be an opportunity to put your inner beliefs into action. If you want to do something to make the world a better place, turn off lights, ask for a paper bag at the checkout, or buy organically grown local produce.
Leo ( July 23- Aug. 22): A rush to judgment could be a good thing. This is a day when you can’t wait for the best opening but must put the pedal to the floor and get up to speed quickly. Focus on using your people skills to reach important goals.
Virgo ( Aug. 23- Sept. 22): Put dreams away in the daytime. Locking yourself away in an ivory tower won’t put bacon on the table. You need to gather inspiration, then adopt a realistic approach to reach the top of the ladder.
Libra ( Sept. 23- Oct. 22): Idealists have great ideas. This is a good time to assess how well you put your personal philosophy to work. Your possessions reflect your state of mind, so if they’re disorganized it may be time to make some changes.
Scorpio ( Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Don’t be a fence sitter, as you may end up with splinters. Extend trust and it will boomerang back to you. When looking for an answer, it’s advantageous to look for the obvious and to accept things at face value.
Sagittarius ( Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Sometimes money and possessions seem to be the answer to your needs, but emotional trust and concern could be far more important right now. Concentrate on deeply valued goals and focus on dependable friendships.
Capricorn ( Dec. 22- Jan. 19): Develop a sensible balance between home, family and friends. Perhaps you spend too much time with groups or in online chat rooms. Be sure you’re giving your immediate circle of family and friends a fair share of attention.
Aquarius ( Jan. 20- Feb. 18): Meet others with warm handshakes and a smile on your face. You might be the world’s best salesperson today if you can overcome shyness and master the art of approaching others. Remain politely aggressive.
Pisces ( Feb. 19- March 20): Focus on fostering peace and tranquility. Use whimsy and gentleness to defuse tense situations. There’s a bit of turbulence in the atmosphere, so avoid misunderstandings. Don’t make new financial commitments right now.
If August 10 is your birthday: Exercise and extra activity make you feel more able to compete in the business world over the next 4- 6 weeks. Your business sense is at its best and you can make shrewd financial and career decisions in October. Your popularity soars to new heights as October and November unfold, so this is an excellent time to meet new people or change jobs. You may be swept away on a tide of unexpected and exciting events that shift your life into the fast lane. Rest on your laurels next February, when you can take a vacation or receive a beneficial nugget of valuable advice that makes your life more comfortable.