HOROSCOPE

FORECAST FOR THUR., AUGUST 14, 2008

ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH Your high energy helps you focus and make what you need happen. Others look to you for direction and advice. At times, you could feel overwhelmed by all that might occur. Understand what your common goals are. Tonight: Find your friends.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Be willing to do your own research. Take a stand, and read between the lines. What someone is not saying could be far more important than you realize. A creative moment helps push a project across the line. Tonight: Out and about.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Take in what a partner shares. Though the impact of this knowledge could toss a curveball into your life, you ultimately will be better off with this knowledge. Use your mind to sort through the real problem. Tonight: Check out a new spot, or a site if on the computer.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Others run with the ball, but they now are receptive to what you are asking. In fact, you finally get a grasp on an issue, which points you in a new direction. Think positively about a transformation and change of direction. Tonight: Enjoy the moment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Try a more even approach with those around you. Someone might be a bit off the wall, and your attitude calms down what could be a toasty situation. Relax, but also encourage others to express what is going on. Tonight: Out and about.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Your imagination might be a touch haywire, causing your mind to drift elsewhere. Do not be surprised by what someone might do in order to get your attention. He or she feels like anything works. Tonight: Take some long-overdue personal time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Stick to basics. You must open up to what before seemed impossible. Get ahead of the game, knowing what you want. As the day ends, consider a positive change with your work. Tonight: Fun and games -- start the weekend early.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) H What you thought was the status quo could explode. You cannot control other people. Do not even try. An even and/or steady approach achieves your long-term desires. A risk might backfire. Ask more questions. Tonight: Catch up on a friend's news.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Get a strong hold on your budget, and you will be much happier. Disciplining yourself could take unusual effort, but you will succeed. Curb a tendency to be possessive, and stay secure. Tonight: A heart-to-heart chat with a friend.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) If you can, stop and look around. You could be surprised by what you see, especially if you can clear out your issues. The unexpected could add a certain charge to your day. You can handle the unexpected. Tonight: Your treat.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) If you want to play it lowkey, do so. You could have your hands full with a financial matter. Stay in touch with your feelings, and you will make an excellent decision. Your energy perks up at the end of the day. Tonight: All smiles.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Use the daylight hours to the max. You might suddenly decide to reprioritize your errands and projects. Others might ask questions; answer them. You might get more support by being open. Zoom in on what you want.