HOROSCOPE

FORECAST FOR SUNDAY, AUGUST 27, 2008

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Reach out for others, staying in touch with even those at a distance. Examine news with a touch of cynicism, but don't let thoughts mar a fun outing with family and/or friends. Relax at a movie or go to a baseball game. Tonight: Wind down. This Week: Monday and Thursday, you sparkle. Do we need to discuss the rest of the week?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Expenses easily could whirl out of control. You want to say "no"; if feeling insecure, you might want to bolster your ego in another manner. Talk through negative feelings with a loved one. Tonight: Accept and then enjoy. This Week: Tuesday, move on a project or a matter that's close to your heart. Timing works.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) In between energy and enthusiasm, you could feel dragged down. If you want to take off for the day, do. You need a different setting to recharge your batteries. Listen to news, but withhold judgments until you feel better. Tonight: Decide what is best for you. This Week: Speak your mind on Monday, knowing that it might take a while for everyone to meet you halfway.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Break past a problem and get some perspective. Sometimes, doing nothing or distracting yourself can be healthy. But also, too much focus is negative and does not resolve a problem. Tonight: Get extra sleep. This Week: On Tuesday, you feel your Wheaties. Move now. Use the next few days.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Once more, you are reminded that although you can control your own responses, you have no control over others. You might feel a lack of energy or unusual fatigue. Avoid commitments other than getting together with friends. Tonight: Choose what works for you. This Week: You could be out of sorts a good part of the week. On Thursday, you feel more like it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) A sense of not being able to attain your goals marks your reactions and mood. Pull back and understand what is happening. How can you recharge your batteries and clear your mind? Make choices accordingly. Tonight: Check in on an older relative. This Week: On Tuesday and Wednesday, you are a force to be dealt with.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Reach out for others, with less judgment. If you can put your feelings aside, especially if negative, you will recharge. Hear what others say more openly. Mentally opening up to new vistas casts a new view on life. Tonight: Put on a favorite piece of music. This Week: Success might be looming on the horizon. It will take a lot of behind-the-scenes negotiation to make it real.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) A friend could be difficult, or an older friend might need a lot of attention. One-on-one relating takes you to a new perspective and allows greater give-and-take. Understand what others need, yet at the same time honor your own desires. Tonight: Talk over a dinner. This Week: Reach out for someone behind the scenes. You get important feedback.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Others could challenge what you thought was a sure-bet idea. If you are responding in a depressed manner, do not be surprised. Listen to feedback, but don't take comments personally. Tonight: Say "yes." This Week: You zero in on what needs to happen. A talk is inevitable.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Listen to what is being said between the lines. Let your imagination rock and roll. Do not come to any conclusive decisions; you might decide another course could be easier. Tonight: Don't push a key matter. This Week: Get as much done as you can on Monday. The rest of the week is spent networking. You do it well too!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Your creativity bubbles up. A wild idea that seems great to you might be difficult to sell to an important friend or loved one. Let go of trying to convince this person that you are right. Accept differences rather than fight them. Tonight: So what if it is Monday tomorrow? This Week: Your spirited personality triggers a lot -- maybe too much -- this week. Careful.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Listen to your instincts with a child or loved one. Your sense of direction intrigues many. Clarifying to help others understand your perspective could be impossible. You have the words, but others might not be ready to hear. Tonight: Visit with family. This Week: You come into your own, dealing creatively with work and life in general.