Your Horoscope

For the week of July 27-August 2, 2008:

Aries (March 21-April 19) Busy, busy, busy, Aries. Extra activities make for a harried week. Take a breather when needed and do something fun. A long-lost heirloom returns home.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) Travel plans must be made in a hurry when opportunity knocks, Taurus. A temporary fix to a problem at home is just that. Begin working to find a permanent solution.

Gemini (May 21-June 21) News from afar gives you a reason to be thankful, Gemini. Magical moments are on tap for the weekend. Enjoy yourself. You deserve to be happy.

Cancer (June 22-July 22) Fear prevents you from getting something done, Cancer. Confront your anxiety and take the plunge. The results will make everything worthwhile.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Money problems are solved with a few words of advice from a wise friend. A mix-up in communication at home proves costlier than you imagined, Leo.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept.22) Tensions at home ease with the entrance of a new perspective. Who knew all you needed was a fresh face. Casual conversation piques your interest in a hobby.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) A chance encounter with a business associate is fruitful. You have a knack for being in the right place at the right time, Libra. The lion’s den at home worsens.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Saddle up, Scorpio. Clues to a mystery at work compound and you must begin piecing them together. A foolproof plan has a very large hole. Fix it immediately.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Yikes, Sagittarius. Racy remarks intensify the atmosphere at a function. Listen carefully and leave it at that. You don’t want to add to the banter and hurt someone’s feelings.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)Uh-uh, Capricorn. There is no such thing as a bad idea, and it will pay to make yours known. You are smarter than you think. A blessing in disguise calls for a party.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Don’t look now, Aquarius, but some of the best times of your life are about to take place. Make the most of them. A financial mistake tips the scales in your favor.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) A design works out better than planned when implemented. Make notes for next time, Pisces. Now is not the time to push the envelope at work.