Born today, you are a creative individual, eager to embrace all manner of challenges and to do those things that others have not been able to do -- or, at least, not nearly as well as you! Like many Leo natives, you have an innate ability to make almost any situation competitive -- and you set out to win, no matter what. You have a great deal of knowledge at your fingertips; you know much, and you know where to go to find out even more -- especially at the drop of a hat. You are very seldom caught unawares or found speechless when you are asked a question. You always have something to say even if it is just a distraction while you go in search of a better answer.
The unusual is always of interest to you, yet there are times when you want nothing more than a normal, quiet life, free from stress, tension, cares -- and even adventure. Yet when you have this, you want nothing more than to be on the move -- so apparently, to you, the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence!
Also born on this date are: Steve Carrell, actor; Timothy Hutton, actor; Angela Bassett, actress; Madonna, singer; James Cameron, filmmaker; Kathie Lee Gifford, TV personality; Lesley Ann Warren, actress; Julie Newmar, actress; Robert Culp, actor; Fess Parker, actor; Menachem Begin, Israeli leader.
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.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17
ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It's a good time to hone your skills even further, though some may say that you're as good as you can be. Do not take this to heart!
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may be asked to fill in for someone who is unable to tend to his or her own responsibilities. This should not be too much for you.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You and a rival may find yourselves facing off directly before the day is out. This can prove a contest that gives you great enjoyment.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may find yourself wishing that a certain someone were in charge of a current project, for you are experiencing some personal tension.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll have a chance to reconnect with that which is most important to you at this time. A loved one is behind you 100 percent.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Where there were doubts, today there can be certainty, but not if you allow others to dictate what you must do every step of the way.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A promise is made that makes you somewhat suspicious, though any negative developments have other, farther-reaching causes.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may not fully appreciate the implications of your actions. Someone else is sure to instruct you, however!
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You'll receive a gift of sorts, but not the kind you expect! Indeed, what another does for you is going to be long remembered.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your thinking is not the same today -- you've gone through something of a change that is affecting things on a very basic level.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Need and desire may be at odds for a time, but if you are clever and quick, you can figure out how to satisfy both by day's end.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are experimenting with different methods, but a certain one is likely to continue exciting and inspiring you. This may well be the one to keep!