Horoscope

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2012: You will approach life with far greater intensity than in the past. You will do whatever you need to do to root out an issue. A key partnership plays a much stronger role in looking at some of life’s basic issues. If single, you will have zero tolerance for playing games, or even courtship. Realize that this attitude could be a liability, especially if attached. Scorpio might have deep thoughts but could be hard to deal with. A baby born today has a sun in Leo if born before 10:07 a.m. Afterward, the sun will be in Virgo. The moon goes from Libra to Scorpio at 12:54 a.m.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) • • • • You have a lot of panache, and you do not hesitate to display your passion and core feelings.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) • • • • You easily get sidetracked, no matter what you are doing. Honor your priorities despite others inadvertently breaking into your plans, in need of your help.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) • • • Focus on completion and getting the job done. When you become inspired, you feel like anything is possible; however, it will be your tremendous effort that makes a difference.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) • • • • Understanding comes from getting past a self-imposed restraint. Also, be willing to verbalize your goals and desires.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) • • • You could be far more possessive than you think you are. Try to be more self-aware, and listen to a partner’s feedback.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) • • • • • You have a strong reaction, which is unlike your normally logical stance. You let others know if they cross you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) • • • • You definitely know what you want, but getting someone to respond as you’d like could be a different story. Once more, you are reminded that you can control only yourself.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) • • • • • You seem to be in your element; however, someone else might not be on the same mental plane as you. You cannot seem to get your point across.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) • • • • Understand that you are in a reflective stage right now that will not last much longer. Gather all the information you need in order to make a solid decision about a project.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) • • • • Aim for more of what you want, and focus on the more social aspects of your life. Others work with you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) • • • • When you take charge, others step back. You could have some difficulty sorting through a knot of confusion.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) • • • • • Your ability to incorporate many different perspectives to resolve a problem comes forward right now. Listen to your sixth sense about a misunderstanding.