Born today, you are not so stubborn and inflexible that you are unwilling to maneuver, adjust and dodge. You can revise your thinking when it is necessary to do so -- but when things are calm and unchanging, you are unchanging as well, set in your ways and confident that your beliefs and opinions are correct. When you are met with facts that seem to refute your way of thinking, you are careful to examine those issues quite carefully, determining just where you might have gone wrong and how you can reshape your thoughts to be in line with what you have learned. You are certainly not one to insist that you are right when experience and facts tell you otherwise! You want to be admired for the ideological stance you take on any issue, and for the way you back it up with verifiable data.
Challenge is the name of the game as far as you are concerned. Though you will never turn away from a task that is easy or refuse anything that is handed to you on the proverbial silver platter, you will always go after what you want even when you know that the road ahead will be rocky and tortuous.
Also born on this date are: John Stamos, actor; Bill Clinton, U.S. president; Matthew Perry, actor; Coco Chanel, designer; Orville Wright, inventor; Kyra Sedgwick, actress; Jonathan Frakes, actor; Kevin Dillon, actor; Gene Roddenberry, producer; Lee Ann Womack, singer; Peter Gallagher, actor; Clay Walker, singer; Erika Christensen, actress; Gerald McRaney, actor; Adam Arkin, actor; Fred Thompson, actor and politician; Jill St. John, actress; Willie Shoemaker, jockey.
To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 20
ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- What lies before you may pose a certain threat, but with the help of a friend or loved one, you can move forward with confidence.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are feeling quite healthy and able, and you should have the energy to deal with whatever comes your way.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are likely to come in contact with someone who is even more strong-willed than you. It may be time to do as you are told.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You aren't seeing things quite as clearly as you had hoped, but there are few obstacles lying in your path, so you can proceed apace.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be searching for a suitable place to come to rest, but until you do, you'll want to keep moving -- and addressing your inner needs.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll want to focus on efficiency and results, but don't neglect how you feel along the way. Remember that the journey counts, too.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may need a little more money than you have in order to get what you want -- or perhaps you would be better off rethinking your desires.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- A discussion among teammates will reveal, before day's end, a weakness in your overall plan. There's time to make necessary changes.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Reaching out to another can teach you about the connections you've been overlooking lately. A friend will make a key request.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Vanity will get in your way. Care a little less about appearances and more about substance, and you'll achieve the balance you need.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A change is in progress, and you may not have time to tie up the few loose ends that remain after dealing with an important family issue.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A pressing issue has you wondering if you're really prepared for everything that is quickly coming your way. Get advice from a family member.