Horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Thursday, Aug. 1, 2013: This year you often wonder about the nature of your friendships and relationships. You will note that in general, they seem to have a quirky or unpredictable quality to them. Emphasize your long-term desires, but be willing to fulfill your goals in a less-traditional manner. If single, you could meet someone through a friend, or a friendship could become more. If attached, as a couple you might head in a new direction and love every moment of the change. Gemini might appear to be a bit flaky, but he or she really is there for you. A baby born today has a sun in Leo and a moon in Gemini.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) • • • • You might express a strong interest in someone’s hobby or major interest. This person will be delighted to share more of this pastime with you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) • • • • What you might think is a good idea and an excellent investment will be the opposite of what a friend or loved one thinks.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) • • • • • You will feel like blazing a new trail. Pressure builds around a particular part of your daily life. Relax, and work with others.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) • • • • Your ability to move past a hassle marks the day. You also seem to be more sensitive to others, and you know when to take action or pull back.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) • • • • Let go of a problem. If you keep your eye on the big picture, you will not make a mistake.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) • • • • You could be taken aback by a partner or loved one’s reaction. Take some time to rejuvenate as you carefully consider where he or she is coming from.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) • • • • Keep reaching out for new information. The more you know, the better you will be able to handle a situation.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) • • • • You’ll want to understand where someone else is coming from. You could be taken aback by a series of independent and erratic actions.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) • • • Defer to others, and you’ll find out what is needed in order to balance someone’s demands.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) • • • Listen well to news, and be open to a different approach. An element in the way you structure your day could be subject to change.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) • • • • While everyone might seem very serious and determined, you’ll have an open mind for the possibility of a change.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) • • • • You’ll need to deal with an important financial matter; try not to shake up the status quo in a negative way.