For Friday, Aug. 23:

This year you will make your imprint by expressing your unique vision and ability to let go of the past. If you are single, you will have many choices. If you are attached, romance will flourish, especially when you go away for a few days together.

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 have reason to feel energized once again. What a wonderful way to end the week and start your weekend! Tonight: You have plenty of reason to celebrate.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

••• Understand that the less said, the better. This approach works very well, especially when you don’t know what to say next. Still, your good humor marks much of what is going on. Tonight: Visit with a friend or loved one.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

•••• Tension might build around a domestic matter. Worry less about that issue, and enjoy your positive friends. Tonight: The more people around you, the better. Enjoy yourself!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

•••• You can’t always be the epitome of self-discipline. There seems to be a high level of tension surrounding a particular matter, but you’ll be able to handle the tension. Tonight: Take your cue from someone else.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

•••• Assume that you don’t have all the information needed. Willingly ask more questions and accept others’ theories. Tonight: Consider escaping for the weekend.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

•••• You will feel empowered with the Sun in your sign. Work with individuals rather than groups. Tonight: A close encounter.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

••••• Stay focused, as others might drop a lot of information on you. Consider your options, but be careful not to negate any suggestions. Tonight: TGIF!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

•••• You might need to move in a new direction after some thought. Right now, assess a situation and decide what might be best for you, as well as for others. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

•••• You might want to rethink a personal matter more carefully, yet the moment seems to take over. Someone in your immediate environment is quite the jovial personality. Tonight: Let the good times rock and roll.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

•••• You could be looking at a matter very differently because of a recent discussion with someone you respect whose perceptions are far more diverse than yours are. Tonight: Homeward bound.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

••••• You can’t help but be in the middle of conversations and plan-making. For now, the world seems to be revolving around you. Tonight: Out and about.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

•••• You might want to continue taking the lead with financial matters. Tonight: Treat a loved one to some drinks.