Horoscopes

For Wednesday, Aug. 16

Those with birthdays today: You have a special manner and personality that serve as a magnet. Your inner light seems to radiate more than ever this year, drawing in many people. You might see life from a different perspective as you become so upbeat and positive. Still, you might experience a period in which you are unusually stern or touchy. Stay even while accepting your responsibilities. If you are single, you will remember 2007, as a dynamic romance blows into your life. If you are attached, work on the friendship as well as the love tie. Both of you will become much happier and closer. GEMINI makes a great playmate.

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 can ring bells in other people’s lives. Communication is not a problem right now. The time has come to romance a special person. Tonight: A warm dinner with open conversation in which caring flows.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You feel indulgent, and you will indulge yourself. Sometimes you need that sense of luxury; it is a quality your sign appreciates. Buy a special treat for your roommate or live-in. Tonight: Your treat.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You are all smiles. What you say allows others to express their feelings. Being sensitive draws a positive response from many people in your immediate environment. Tonight: Express your affection.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

You have a strong feeling about a purchase or gift. Make sure it is within your budget before deciding to splurge. Emphasize your ability to create more money when needed. Tonight: Vanish happily.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Aim for what makes you happy. You work well with others. Meetings provoke new types of thinking. Brainstorming draws strong results. Tonight: Happy among the throngs of people.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Tension builds, but with sensitivity you can take the steam out of any situation. Realize what you can accomplish through quiet leadership. Use care with strangers. Check them out. Tonight: Out late.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Somehow, you help others understand the value in playing it cool and not getting upset. Good will breeds positive thoughts. You also can read between the lines better than many. Tonight: Let your mind roam.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Work with others on an individual level. You get ahead because of your insight and people skills. Someone lets you know how much he or she admires you. Tonight: Quality time with a quality friend.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Others delight in your company and do whatever they can to draw you into their plans. News from a distance might make you smile. Travel and education are highlighted. Tonight: Sort through your options, then decide.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Get into a project and enlist others in your plans. A partner or special associate supports you and delights in your ideas. Work together. Tonight: Choose your favorite exercise to let go of stress.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

* You cannot help but see the humorous and light side of what is happening. Someone quite clearly cares a lot about you. Let your lightness invigorate your creativity. Tonight: Put on your dancing shoes.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

If you can work from home, do so. You are happiest and most mellow in that particular environment. Otherwise, embrace the idea that your work spot could be made homier. Tonight: Head home as soon as you can.