HOROSCOPE
TUESDAY, SEPT. 8 Happy Birthday: Keep your life simple and your overhead reasonable. You don’t have to impress anyone this year. Just be yourself and enjoy what life has to offer. Your ability to get things done using skills and common sense will help you counter any negative influences. Focus on financial improvements and perfecting your image and talents. Your numbers are 6, 11, 23, 29, 38, 40, 46.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): You will gain more by being nice than by being stern. Keep in mind not everyone is as quick as you. Patience will be required if you want help. Discuss your plans with your partner or associate.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Look at the big picture, but don’t exceed your budget. You’ll face opposition if you try to make physical changes. Focus on getting along with the people you live with. Compromise and taking care of your responsibilities will ease tension.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t take on too much or indulge in something that will make you look or feel bad. Put more into home, family and affection toward the people you enjoy being with most. A change of location will do you good.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Uncertainty will take over if you allow someone to put you in a vulnerable position. Don’t put up with pushy behaviour. Take a course or research something that interests you. Avoid anyone who is trying to bait you into a disagreement.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Money matters will take an unusual twist. Don’t leave cash or valuables out in the open. Kindness and generosity will lead to loss. Put your skills to work in a progressive fashion and you will advance.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Use old ideas and skills in an interesting manner. Take on less responsibility and make sure that whatever you do, you do it superbly. A sudden change in financial, legal or health matters will lead to an important decision.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t let minor setbacks put you at a disadvantage. Set reasonable goals and don’t worry about what anyone else thinks. Stay on track and avoid any emotional disputes. Only offer help to those you know will reciprocate.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Business trips will give you reason to celebrate. A positive change at home and to your reputation is within reach. A proposal you cannot turn down is heading your way. Prepare to negotiate and get what you want in writing.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Precision, coupled with facts and figures, will be the only way to operate today. Know exactly what you will get before you make any offers. Risky joint ventures are best avoided. Invest in yourself.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t over-analyze. Focus on what you know and do well and make deals that are precise and non-negotiable. A partnership can bring you good fortune if it’s set up fairly. Don’t make any impulsive decisions or travel to unsafe territory.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Make love, romance and social activities a priority. Share your thoughts and flesh out how others feel about you and your plans. A personal change can be made, but hold off if you are thinking about a vocational move.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take action with confidence and the outcome will be stellar. Use your unique qualities to draw reactions and responses from those you want to interact with. You will be pleasantly surprised by the input and offers you receive. Birthday Baby: You are adaptable, compassionate and just. You are courageous and captivating.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Pink, 36; David Arquette, 44; Brooke Burke Charvet, 44; Neko Case, 45