Horoscopes

For Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2004:

Those with birthdays today: You’ve got what it takes to get what you want this year. Your knee-jerk reactions work like a charm. Don’t cause problems where there are none. Come late fall, your happiness spills over and draws even more people to you. Foreigners could play a part in your year. Be open to other styles. If single, you might hook up with someone quite exotic or different. If attached, a trip could be an eye-opening experience for the two of you. You also might take a special class in yoga or massage together. ARIES pushes you to risk.

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)

  • Wherever you go, others respond enthusiastically. Your ideas and demeanor send a message of self-confidence — that you can do it. And you can. Be a pioneer and leader. Tonight: All grins.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • Pressure builds, and you might feel as hot and tense as the season. You might be called upon to make a change. Be the sluggish Bull and take your time. Tonight: Vanish.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • Aim high, knowing what you want. Your laughter and happy mood bond others. Don’t hesitate to go for what you want. Tonight: Where the action is.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • All eyes look to you for direction and answers. Many can count on you because you are reliable. Understand that you could overdo it. Tonight: Don’t spend what you don’t have.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • Your foresight comes from your willingness to think outside of the box. A trip might be on your agenda. Why not? Be willing to take a risk or a leap of faith. Tonight: Do something totally new.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • Your instincts come into play within a partnership and/or money dealing. Work carefully with this person, and be open about suggestions and what might be going on with you. Tonight: You do best as a duo.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • You might have a difficult time sorting everything out. Worry less. Your choice makes you happy. Tonight: Wherever you are, you hit a home run.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • You have a way of discovering what is going on with others through observation and a nurturing approach. Tonight: Easy does it — for now.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • Whatever your instincts are, you must follow them. Know what you are doing. Think of the implications. Tonight: Be a wild thing.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • Home is where you want to be. Loosen up and understand a partner better. Talks reveal a new side of this person. Tonight: Stay close to home.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • You love others’ enthusiasm Nothing will stop you right now, but remember, there is a tomorrow. Tonight: Hang out with your wilder friends.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

  • The damage you could inflict on your finances right now could be overwhelming. Stop and take stock. Focus on responsibility and work. You can get everything done. Just no risk-taking, please. Keep a tight hold on your checkbook. Tonight: First pay bills.