Horoscopes

For Friday, Aug. 30, 2002. Those with birthdays today: Often you come off a lot stronger than you realize. Pick and choose your words with care, especially when dealing with those in positions of power. If you are single, you often distance people with your strong personality. You might meet someone special with whom you will spend a lot of time alone. If attached, work on diplomacy, and you’ll work on your relationship. Schedule frequent weekends away together.

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)

  • Though you might wake up on the wrong side of the bed, you quickly regain your composure. You breeze through last-minute errands and calls. Tonight: Visit with friends.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • A problem involving an emotional or financial risk comes forward. You might be uncomfortable with what goes on until later in the day. Invite others over for a fun barbecue or get-together in the next few days. Tonight: Your treat.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • Listen well to someone’s sharing. You might be thrown off by this person’s information. Laugh with a situation; don’t get provoked by another’s ill humor. Tonight: Top cat.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • You might be more in the mood to vanish than to participate in the Labor Day happenings. Do what you want, as this weekend is also your holiday. Tonight: Get a good night’s sleep.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • Your friends urge you to join them. Still, a financial matter demands attention before you clear out for the weekend. Tonight: Start the party circuit.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • You might not be in the mood for everyone’s joviality. You’re focused on work and getting the job done. Others know they can count on you. Often you’re left holding the bag. Tonight: Check in with a parent.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • Hop into your car and take off as soon as you can. You might have a last-minute snafu, which could affect others. Remain relaxed, and you’ll breeze through any problems. Tonight: Take off.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • A friend lets you know early on just how discontented he or she feels. Appreciate this person’s directness. Tonight: Go along with another’s request.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • Recognize that the pros and cons have scattered in many different directions. A parent, boss or authority figure lets you know how frustrated he or she is. Tonight: Escape the here and now.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • Others could leave you holding the bag. Your mind, however, might be already gone for the weekend. Do only what you must and clear out of work. Tonight: Start celebrating.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • A partner or associate might have a different idea about what might be workable right now. You, on the other hand, feel playful. Help those close to you loosen up and enjoy themselves. Tonight: Enjoy.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 0)

  • An associate, once more, gives you a piece of his or her mind. You have had enough. Letting this person know remains key. Tonight: Lead the celebrations.