For Monday, Aug. 27:

This year your creativity seeps into nearly everything you do. This gift, combined with your innate logic, allows your ideas to work well. If you are single, your uniqueness attracts many suitors. If you are attached, the two of you gain from your constantly evolving communication style.

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)

••• Today, you really want to dote on a family member or loved one, yet where you are and what you are doing will not permit that spontaneity. Tonight: To the wee hours.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••••• The smartest thing you can do right now is not take any action. A situation might encourage you to actively reach out for a child or loved one. Tonight: How about some exotic cuisine?

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

••••• A partnership naturally brings a lot of benefits with it, if you are willing to receive them. Follow your intuition and zero in on a long-term goal. Tonight: Chat about this issue over dinner.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

••••• You have your opinions, yet it seems as though a partner, boss or associate has opinions that appear to be more relevant. Remember, this person’s attitude is natural, as he or she is responsible for this particular venture. Tonight: Do not be alone.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• You could have difficulty focusing on what you need to do, especially since present distractions are so enticing. Do not judge yourself for being so whimsical. Tonight: Take the dog for a walk.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

••••• Your creativity meets each situation and conversation you encounter. This ever-present ingenuity adds to the delight you are experiencing. Tonight: Fun and games!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

•••• Be happy without having to add more excitement than need be. Actually, if you can stay close to home, do. Tonight: Order in.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

••••• Speak your mind, although you could be surprised by others’ reactions. Someone draws you in, and the serious “I mean business” attitude seems to dissolve. Tonight: Return calls and emails.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

••• You might want to rethink a situation, but there is an element of fun and affection that could weave through your day and distract you. Tonight: Indulge a little.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• You could be tired and wondering what is necessary to complete. Be more spontaneous, and you’ll discover that networking reinvigorates the Goat. Tonight: Be available.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••• Be aware of what is going on behind the scenes. It is quite possible that someone is holding back his or her feelings. Tonight: Not to be found.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

••••• Schedule a late lunch if you need some time to mix work with your social life. Let your creativity flow. Tonight: Use your imagination.