ARIES (March 21-April 19). You are as magnificent as the purpose you choose. Think about your focus and how you might fine-tune it to represent what you’d like to create in this life. Innovation is needed in your love life.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It’s better to be direct than diplomatic now. Confrontation brings about healthy change. Nothing is as big or as scary as it seems. Lies lose their power when the truth is spoken. Financial opportunities will unfold tonight.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21). A touch of obsession isn’t a bad thing. It shows that you’re driven enough to make it no matter what or whom you’re up against. Tonight, you’ll have to release something in the name of progress – a very mature move.
CANCER (June 22-July 22). If operating in a group, you cover solid ground by sticking to the plan. Into the hours after noon, you’re more susceptible to influence. You could be romanced into something you once opposed. At least you have an open mind!
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Feel free – you are. Those who know you well also know that you’re at your best when you can’t feel the boundaries locking you in. Reinforce great behavior from loved ones, and you’ll get more in the days to come.
TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (August 28). You spend plenty of time in creative, luxurious and interesting environments this year, which causes you to realize that you deserve a life filled with beauty. Young people help you out in October. You’ll make money with your artistry through December. Traveling inspires you in the winter. You’re particularly suited to romance with a Leo or Pisces. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 10, 53, 27 and 12.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). If you don’t choose adventure, you’re choosing a humdrum day. Go against your need for convenience, and do something unreasonable and just plain fun. When you’re playful, you attract all kinds of luck.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The closest of kin sometimes seem to be the furthest from knowing the real you. Remedy the situation now. Being completely comfortable in relationships makes you feel that all is well in the world. Laughter forms a lasting tie.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). There’s no need for force events into your preconceived notion of what they should be. When you relax, what happens naturally is inspired and sometimes hilarious. Even tedious work is fun if you have the right attitude.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). New people are featured, and you make a superb first impression. You can expect to receive follow-up phone calls from folks who spot you as someone to get to know. Family members have requests – say yes.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). People around you admire how cool you are under every circumstance. It wasn’t always so. You can relate to someone who’s taking the situation way too seriously – he or she reminds you of yourself in the past.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Sharing your extensive knowledge of a certain subject will help you establish your place with those you admire. Don’t be surprised if you’re included in exciting plans for future enterprises.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You won’t regret listening to your inner voice, though it seems to make no sense in the moment. If someone owes you money, try collecting it! You’re mighty persuasive now and will get most of the results you try for.
ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I’m a Taurus, and my husband is a Cancer. I’ve been having problems for some time. The marriage has been hanging on by a thread. Can I keep this up any longer? My son was 3 years old in July, and it hurts to think he’ll be just another statistic. Nevertheless, I can’t seem to fight through another day with my moody Cancer. I’ve been married before. Is it me? Could I have a better chance with a Pisces who is claiming to be my knight in shining armor?"
Your so-called knight in shining armor is actually creating problems for you instead of saving you as any knight worth his salt would do. His interference and constant temptation are in fact extremely unknightly and ungentlemanly at that. Not until this man is completely out of your life will you be able to give your Cancer husband a chance. Yes, he’s moody, but he’s also a caring father. His home life is foremost in his priorities, and you need to give it the same priority until you mutually decide on a conclusion that suits all of you. There is hope for this marriage, but you first have to come clean, at least to a third party, about your indiscretions.
CELEBRITY PROFILES: Singer LeAnn Rimes has claimed hits on both the pop and country-music charts, belting her way into the hearts of fans around the world. Even though she is only 22, she has been in the music industry long enough to be called an old pro. Virgo gals like Rimes have especially high standards for themselves, and they can make themselves happier by eliminating distractions obstructing their goals.
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