Horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010: This year, you push the envelope much more than in the past. A theme of the unexpected runs through the year. If single, you could meet someone very exciting. Any relationship you have will be somewhat dependent on excitement. If attached, the two of you will see each other in a new light. The more you reveal, the more dynamic the bond will become. Cancer reads you cold.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) • • • You might have decided to stay close to home today, only to find out that trouble lurks. It doesn’t matter where you are.

TAURUS (April 20-May 21) • • • • • Avoid a long conversation until you are sitting down with this person. You might have second thoughts when you see him or her, and decide to veer in a different direction.

GEMINI (May 22-June 20) • • • • Be aware of the costs of hanging out with certain people. A friend could be most erratic. Just make sure the damages don’t overwhelm you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) • • • • • Your smiling ways draw quite a few people. You might wonder which way is the best way to head on a personal matter. Someone you admire surprises you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) • • • Honestly, you don’t need to explain what you are doing or who you are with. A disagreement could color your day, if you so choose.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) • • • • A little spontaneity can be fun, especially as you are such an organized sign. If you are not doing what you want to do, back out.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) • • • You could be slightly more disagreeable than you realize, hence someone’s strong reaction. Your instincts play out and help you with a parent or an authority figure.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) • • • • • Keep reaching out for someone. Just because this person is avoiding your call doesn’t mean he or she doesn’t care. Detach and don’t trigger. A discussion about priorities plays out well.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) • • • • Relate directly to a person you care very much about. Don’t avoid the situation, even if you feel very uncomfortable. The time has come to clear the air.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) • • • • Others clearly are running the show. You might want to rethink a personal matter, perhaps with the feedback of a trusted, wise friend.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) • • • • Play it easy. Play it mellow. An unexpected twist to your plans might not be bad, despite your initial reaction. Be open to feedback.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) • • • • An initial jolt might send you flying. Ask yourself why you are reacting so badly. Follow a hunch and see how it plays out. Let an argumentative friend or loved one just be.