Horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, Aug. 30, 2010: This year, you are focused and determined. You can break out of patterns and rigid thinking that might have become too comfortable. If single, you could meet someone very exciting and most different. If attached, the two of you have always dreamed of a special trip. This is the year. Taurus can be stubborn but has a lot to offer.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) • • • Curb going overboard, especially at work. You are an information-gatherer, a solution-finder and at the base of many brainstorming sessions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) • • • • • When the Moon is in your sign, you cannot retreat into the background. Others will demand your time and attention.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) • • • Maintain a low profile. You might not always get the results you desire immediately. But you can study alternatives, center yourself and know what works best for you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) • • • • • Meetings prove to be most beneficial. Remember, it is important to listen to and integrate others’ ideas. Only then can you create the best product or situation.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) • • • You have no choice but to lead. Give this concept some thought. It is healthy to allow others to step up to the plate – it is important for both you and others.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) • • • • • Whether inquiring or seeking out more information, finally you have a receptive audience. Others leave out facts in order to make their point. Are you at all capable of the same behavior?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) • • • • Your patience might be tried. Could you be making a situation worse by going over it again in your head? Overanalyzing takes out some of the feelings but allows your point of view to float through.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) • • • • Others come forward and actually might challenge you – yes, you. You are strong and determined, as are those you are dealing with.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) • • • Get into a project; refuse to be waylaid. What was OK might not be any longer. Be willing to say “no” to another person if he or she interferes with your focus and concentration.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) • • • • • Your sense of direction mixes with your creativity, providing answers and solutions. You might even delight a child or a new friend with a suggestion.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) • • • If you can work from home, by all means, do. You might feel as if someone is pushing you beyond the call of duty. Your instantaneous reaction is to retreat.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) • • • • • Keep conversations open-ended, knowing what works for you. Your personality and good will conquer a partner’s resistance.