Horoscopes

For Friday, Aug. 13, 2004. Those with birthdays today: Many of you will do some hard thinking about the future and what you want and need to change. Now might not be the exact time to act on it, but next year you will. Your life needs to reflect more of the inner you. Discussions with friends and loved ones about what counts in life might be frequent, but they guide you. Use your sixth sense with money, because it will guide you too. Some might decide you are acting very strange (for you) this year, and you are. If you are single, you will meet new people at this point. If you are attached, be more open with your sweetie; don’t exclude him or her. As a result, you will bond more closely. Say less, and observe more.

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)

  • You might wake up with a heavy heart or a lack of energy, but that will change. You find an idea or insight so exciting, you cannot help but show your enthusiasm. Tonight: Nap and then decide.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

  • You manifest a serious tone no matter what you do, whether saying hello or having a conversation. You see others respond in unexpected ways, opening new doors. Tonight: Join pals after work.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

  • What might seem grim in the morning becomes exciting by the end of the day. Tonight: Head home.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

  • You might be slightly serious going into work, but that mood won’t last. Flow with the moment and be willing to integrate some new concepts. Tonight: The world is your oyster.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

  • You have an unusual sense of direction. You still need to take a low-key position. Look at a depression and deal with it — maybe not today, but in the near future. Tonight: Careful with money.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

  • You have an unusual sense of direction, with the determination you need. A friend might be solemn about life. Let it go. Tonight: Just don’t be alone.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

  • You continue to be a strong force at work. You might be overly hard on those you work with. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

  • You might be closing your mind off from an option. Let others brainstorm with you, and you might be delighted with the results. Tonight: Split for a mini-vacation.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

  • Let an associate lead, and you won’t have a problem. Right now uproar could surround your home. Tonight: The only answer is yes.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

  • Others clearly let you know what they think. You might be upset about sudden changes. Flow with them rather than resist. Tonight: Out with friends.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

  • You have your hands full with work. You could be distracted by a partner or loved one. Know when to take a break and when to screen calls and conversations. Buy a little present for a loved one. Tonight: Get some exercise.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

  • You continue to surprise others. Your creativity keeps emerging. You find solutions while others lock up. Know that anything is possible. Tonight: Celebrate.