Horoscope

Thu., Aug. 4, 2005

Jacqueline Bigar King Features

Aries (March 21-April 19) ¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C You might be a bit too fiery for others ¨C perhaps that is why you often get a strong reaction. Use your ingenuity and creativity much more in the near future. You might be delighted by the possibilities that enter your life.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) ¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C You and another person could easily come to blows about a family or domestic issue. Is this what you want? Settle in and make important arrangements when you chill out, like tonight.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) ¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C Choose your words with care. You might not be aware of how angry you are and that this emotion is coming out in the tone of your voice. Perhaps scheduling a serious talk for later when you feel calmer might be a good idea. Return calls.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) ¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C Take your time before you commit to a get-together or a project. You might want some time to regroup and take care of yourself. Evaluate your budget and spending on this new moon. Resolutions made today will work.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) ¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C Examine what is going on around you. With the new moon in your sign, you can make a resolution and probably be able to stick to it. Laugh and make the most of this positive moment. Don’t allow someone to bug you.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C You have the ability to understand a lot more than you let on. Listen well to others without putting in your 2 cents. You might make an important personal decision. Let go of tension by learning yoga.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C Friends make a difference. You feel very drawn to others, whether you are at work, out and about or joining friends. You also might make an important decision about the quality of your life or a goal.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C You might want to rethink your role at work or within your community. If you feel that a change is necessary, make that decision today. Start planning for this transformation now. New beginnings are possible.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C For once, tame the strong, fiery get-up-and-go in you, and everything will turn out OK. Others need to demonstrate their ideas and flair. You might be surprised at what you see.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C Yesterday others were acting so very strangely. Some might have experienced general upset. Now you can calm everything down. Let others think they are in charge.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C Get down to work and use the lull to get as much done as possible. Your concentration could be important. If you are retired or a homemaker, you will get into a project at home.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) ¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö¡ö ¨C Let others chill out, including you. Not every moment has to be intense or charged. Sometimes you cause more uproar than you realize. A partner plays a significant role in your day.

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