Horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, Aug. 5, 2013: This year you might be concerned with your image and with solving some long-term problems. The issue for you is that you could have difficulty detaching from what triggers you. Listen to the friends you trust and their suggestions. From there, you will find the correct path. Your romantic energy runs high. If single, you will remember this year for a long time. If attached, this could be one of the most romantic periods of your life. A fellow Leo tests your limits. A baby born today has a sun and moon in Leo if born after 9:54 a.m. Prior to that time, the moon is in Cancer.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) • • • • You communicate succinctly, and others hear what you’re saying. Be smart – don’t push too hard.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) • • • Try to keep your opinions to yourself, even if someone asks for feedback. This person might not be prepared to hear what you have to say.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) • • • • You could be in a difficult position without even knowing it. When someone asks for your opinion, he or she won’t want to hear it if it’s going to be negative.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) • • • You might want to share more with a loved one, but this person’s knee-jerk reaction could persuade you to keep some details to yourself.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) • • • • You might find it to be a bit of a downer when you try to integrate new ideas and others react with negativity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) • • • Read between the lines when dealing with a neighbor or sibling. There could be a lot of contention or withholding from this person.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) • • • Bounce your ideas off a friend. You might be amazed by what comes up as a result. Clearly, you could use someone to play devil’s advocate more often.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) • • • You’ll listen to someone with care, yet something within you could force you to respond negatively.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) • • • • Listen to the words a loved one utters. You could feel hurt or have a very strong emotional response to what this person says.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) • • • Deal with others on a one-on-one basis for the best results. You might find the agreement you reach with someone to be unsatisfying.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) • • • • To get a word in with someone demanding will take skill, but it also will encourage a lively exchange. You might wonder where this person is coming from.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) • • • • You might want to reconsider your plans. Perhaps you’re not being realistic about what you can accomplish in a certain amount of time.