Horoscopes

For Thursday, Aug. 21, 2003. Those with birthdays today: You will have a tendency to be open and share more of yourself. Put your best foot forward in all situations and remain flexible to new information. Work with each situation individually, and you will get the net results you want. If you are single, there is an intensity that is quite unique in a relationship that could appear suddenly. You will need to avoid power plays in order to let this relationship develop. If you are attached, a child could play a strong role in your interactions.

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)

  • Your best intentions run amok. You feel frustrated and surprised but are backed by strong emotions and caring. News could force you to regroup and restructure your plans. Tonight: Flex with the moment.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • You feel a lot of caring about a personal venture or an investment involving property. Extremes mark feelings and actions. Tonight: Treat a loved one.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • Defer to those around you. Caring seems to surround you, no matter which way you go or what goes on. Consider your options carefully, especially if someone challenges you. Tonight: Listen to the other side.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • Indulge someone you care about. You easily could go overboard with an expenditure. Tonight: Get a good night’s sleep.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • Your positive attitude melts barriers and draws someone in a lot closer than you originally anticipated. Tonight: Follow the action.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • Take charge where you can. You are in a leadership position. Your instincts lead you in a new direction. Relax and follow through on what is important. Your instincts will also carry you past a problem. Tonight: A must appearance.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • Realize the possibilities that surround a trip or special seminar. You will have the opportunity to break a pattern. Tonight: Try a spot with music.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • Deal with others individually. You can sense a superior’s warmth and approval. Tonight: Go along with another’s idea.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • If there is a problem at all today, it is likely to come from you. Hold up a mirror, especially in the afternoon, when you could easily lose your temper. Tonight: Go with another’s request.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • You might be stunned by what you hear if you simply let others talk. An associate means well and could make a big difference. Learn to curb knee-jerk reactions. Tonight: Get your favorite type of exercise.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • Rethink an offer. If you think about it, it is heartfelt. You just might want to follow this person’s suggestions and be open to a different type of idea. Tonight: Definitely where the action is.

Pisces ( Feb. 19-March 20)

  • Tension builds, but understand that much comes from others’ admiration of the quality of your work. Don’t push limits and understand what might be going on in your immediate circle. Tonight: Cocoon at home.