Horoscopes: Wednesday, August 24, 2016

ARIES (March 21-April 19). There are some things you've done that you wish you had not experienced. Still, no regrets, right? As for today's interesting scenario, dive right in, if only so you can later tell the story.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). The person who is flaky with you is the same way with others, so don't take it personally. Actually, don't take it at all. Set a boundary and stick to it.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You take your world citizenship seriously and refuse to sit idly by when there is so much strife. You'll be thinking about the problems that face humanity and solving them in some small way in your own life.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You will be packing a bag, studying for an coming test, or carefully getting ready to face the unknown. Where there is preparation, there will be no regret.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). When you think about your favorite person, you can't believe there was a time when this person was unknown to you. Be friendly. Make the first move. A stranger could become very special to you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You know the secret. It's not enough to soldier on; you must do so with joy in your heart, so that opportunities in this day don't go to waste. If you're not joyful, something is wrong. Stop and fix it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Expect that some mistakes will happen. When they do, it's nothing to get upset about. Stay calm and mindful. You can handle everything that comes up. In fact, you look forward to it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your strong inner drive to make people laugh is selfless. It isn't about needing attention; it's about spreading joy. You quip because you care. Underneath your teasing is unabashed love.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The project steps will be the same as always - preparation, process, and execution. The only difference is that you'll go through them faster. In fact, it could all be finished by tonight.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). The more formal your expression of thanks, the better you'll feel about what's being exchanged in your world. Notes may be in order. It's the classy way, but people forget it all the time. You're different. This will impress.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You have lots of reasons to feel good about yourself, yet you may struggle with this. The love of a Leo or Pisces will help you love yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Assume that your wishes will be granted, and move forward with enthusiasm. Some flexibility will be required as to the time frame of this. Keep an open mind. TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Aug. 24). What you used to think of as pressure you now consider to be a friendly force intent on making your dreams come true. Ask directly for what you want. Family will be involved in the delivery of your wishes in November. A March financial bonus will give your personal life new purpose. You'll make a key play in February. Leo and Taurus adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 45, 2, 4, 16, and 49.