August 2008 DAILY HOROSCOPE FORECASTS
by Maria DeSimone

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Fri Aug 1: Solar Eclipse

A powerful Solar Eclipse will fall in your fifth house of true love and creative self expression today. If you're single, the love of your life is about to enter the picture. A creative project will launch that has the power to change your life! Beneficial colours are blueberry and amethyst. Lucky numbers are 5 and 6.

Sat Aug 2: Watch Your Words

Flamboyant Mercury in Leo will put on too much of a show today, so watch your words. You might say more than you should to the boss. Challenging colours are gunmetal and lavender. Lucky numbers are 5 and 6.

Sun Aug 3: Work Favoured

The power of Jupiter boosts your career activities today, Aries. Why not get together with your workmates and chew the fat? Some brilliant ideas might just come forward. Serious developments are likely as routines come under inspection. Advantageous colours are royal blue and silver. Lucky numbers are 6 and 10.

Mon Aug 4: Power Struggle

Unexpected developments and concealed opposition will be likely to see a power struggle developing with colleagues or employees. The atmosphere is distinctly uncooperative. If it comes to a confrontation, you will have the advantage (unless it's with a Scorpio!), but diplomacy is always better than open conflict, even for the rough and ready Ram. Advantageous colours are red and indigo. Lucky numbers are 15 and 21.

Tue Aug 5: Exciting Romantic Possibilities

Control the temptation to abuse positions of power, as power should never be used to settle personal scores. This is an otherwise good day when things go according to your plans. Exciting developments are possible in romantic matters and it's also a good day for long-distance journeys and for trade-related activities. Expressive colours are blond and violet. Lucky numbers are 1 and 16.

Wed Aug 6: Reappraise Your Goals

You are bristling with brilliant ideas, Rams, but may have trouble with their implementation. Don't be put off by delays. Instead, use the time to re-evaluate your projects. Rope in the support of well-wishers, so you can get things moving. Fortunate colours are marigold and apricot. Lucky numbers are 3 and 15.

Thu Aug 7: Rise Above Selfish Ideals

This is a day when fresh developments can happen in your life - on the career front, or in romance. You will enjoy absolute clarity of ideas and goals, finding it easier to charm others with your originality and unique approach. Rise above selfish goals or ideals and give your best, as this will ensure your success. Mellow colours are magenta and indigo. Lucky numbers are 13 and 46.

Fri Aug 8: Fruitful Journeys

Warmth glows in your relationships, Rams. Why not travel, study, or undertake research to get yourself thoroughly acquainted with information that will be crucial to your success? Think carefully before implementing your ideas. You may have to travel some distance to resolve key matters in current projects. This is likely to be fruitful, thank heavens. Auspicious colours are teal and lemon. Lucky numbers are 3 and 9.

Sat Aug 9: Guard Your Secrets

Guard your professional secrets, so your rivals can't steal your thunder! This is basically a good day for you and information your friends have ferreted out can prove handy; there's a possibility of significant breakthroughs. However, avoid overindulgence, as that could dissipate your creative energies. Fortunate colours are yellow ochre and dark chocolate. Lucky numbers are 11 and 21.

Sun Aug 10: Hidden Obligations

Today's planetary alignments favour forming bonds with experienced types, so you can further your prospects. There is possibility of receiving special favours or gifts; but be selective and exercise discretion. Do you really want to receive them? Some gifts may come with loaded responsibilities, or hidden obligations. Perhaps it is best to refuse such offers politely. Beneficial colours are auburn and apple green. Lucky numbers are 7 and 41.

Mon Aug 11: Romantic Potential

You might hear some good news that will ease those ticklish anxieties, Rams. Foreign affairs may take your attention, in more ways than one! Romantic fantasies heat up later in the day, but don't jump in too hard and don't let jealousy and insecurity take over. Fortunate colours are dark red and champagne. Lucky numbers are 9 and 14.

Tue Aug 12: Brilliant Ideas

Once you have overcome the blocks that have been strewn in your path, you can put your thinking cap on. Bright ideas are just bursting to pop out, Aries, and if you have been expecting news from overseas, or from distant friends, this is the day. Your mind will be stimulated and an ego-boosting attraction is waiting in the wings. Beneficial colours are purple and silver. Lucky numbers are 13 and 24.

Wed Aug 13: Stand Tall

A good dose of luck can come your way today, so stand tall and make your position clear. You can make good progress in business relationships, and can mend any fences that have grown up between colleagues. Brightening up your workplace and smoothing any wrinkles in your routines will also pay dividends in the long run. Beneficial colours are aubergine and strawberry. Lucky numbers are 10 and 6.

Thu Aug 14: Systematic Ideas

It's busy, busy today as the cosmos rockets up and down like a rollercoaster. Despite the rickety ricochets, you can achieve much at work, so long as you take it easy and don't overreact to the emotional nonsense they throw at you. Systematic ideas and smoothing of routines will take you a long way. Providential colours are silvery red and cool purple. Lucky numbers are 36 and 66.

Fri Aug 15: Progress At Work

Control those headbutting impulses and avoid any conflict or dispute, or you could regret it. Ramlike behaviour may lead to quarrels. Guard your tongue and temper; don't let yourself become too irritable or easily excited, and things will then go well. You can make progress in the work environment through serious collaboration and sharing your ideas. Beneficial colours are burnt orange and chocolate. Lucky numbers are 6 and 15.

Sat Aug 16: Lunar Eclipse

The eclipse falls across your friendship and romance axis, creating tension with associates and some potential obstacles to the achievement of your hopes and wishes. However, a fortunate vibration declares that a truly excellent outcome can be expected, with some financial benefit, so control your anger and make allowances for the past. Read more on the Lunar Eclipse! Auspicious colours are red and white. Lucky numbers are 11 and 9.

Sun Aug 17: Positive Advantages

The day begins on a high, but takes a big dip when power struggles, jealousy and the urge for revenge rear their ugly heads. Obstacles that have grown out of less-than-sensible past actions must be cleared before current moves can drive to gold. Control your anger, for a Ram when roused can be formidably destructive. Brilliantly transformed obstacles will lead to positive advantages at work and in public life, so check your mail. Favourable colours are red coral and rich cream. Lucky numbers are 6 and 10.

Mon Aug 18: Push Forward

Your instincts nudge you in the right direction and solid news propels you, revealing surprising information about your career and the attainment of your hopes and wishes! It's leading to a big push forward, one that can have partnership overtones, or, just as likely, problems with male relationships coming out of the jealousy and opposition of the past few days. Auspicious colours are russet brown and dusky rose. Lucky numbers are 12 and 7.

Tue Aug 19: Somewhat Confrontational

Partners and other allies, along with a focus of your energies on The Other, can be a wee bit problematic, as Mars strides into Libra, your seventh solar house just as the Moon enters your sign. Certainly they'll stimulate you to take action in the real world, but even if you want to be left alone, other people will find a way to intrude. Let them make the first move, but control your reactions. More than one open confrontation is in the stars, so avoid fisticuffs. Favourable colours are red coral and copper. Lucky numbers are 7 and 12.

Wed Aug 20: Unsettled Energies

The Moon marching through your sign empowers you and pushes you forward, but other people seem peculiar and uncooperative. Unpleasant changes loom, and things tend to go wrong, awakening some worry or disappointment. Avoid anything likely to put you off your game and keep clear of risky enterprises - and don't be too sensitive to criticism. Favourable colours are red coral and antique gold. Lucky numbers are 1 and 10.

Thu Aug 21: Passion Is Rising

Passion is rising for the Ram, as the planets dance their stately dance for you. You can gain control in your love life, as your spirit and your emotions are in synch. Your personal magnetism draws attention from more than one attraction, for you can easily express your feelings in words. Flirtatious colours are bright red and yellow gold. Lucky numbers are 5 and 9.

Fri Aug 22: Status And Influence

As the Sun moves into Virgo, you become increasingly aware of your personal status and influence with workmates or subordinates. Aries loves to be the boss, so does whether you work for yourself, or for someone else make a difference to your attitude? It's also a good time to check the state of your general health. Why not look into a great new diet regime, or a fitness program? Ambitious colours are russet and aubergine. Lucky numbers are 2 and 6.

Sat Aug 23: Stay Focused

Pull your energy into gear and aim for the prize, Aries. It will not be easy today, because a great deal of sudden confusion can descend, but your ideas will be good, so long as you stay focused. Your health might receive a sharp hit, so deal with any symptoms immediately, then take in a movie, or spend time marking out a good financial plan. Auspicious colours are spring green and ruby red. Lucky numbers are 29 and 17.

Sun Aug 24: Chatty Day

It's a chatty day, when neighbours or siblings might get on the blower, or even drop in for a coffee. Gossip is likely to be the main topic of conversation, or watching the closing moments of the Olympic Games. Tallying up the medals could occupy some time, but be prepared for some vigorous debate, as dreams are made and shattered. Auspicious colours are copper and honeycomb. Lucky numbers are 3 and 6.

Mon Aug 25: Artistic Talents

Are you disillusioned by the lack of material rewards and recognition you get from your career? Don't be tempted to cut off relationships (or establish new ones) without any clear-cut sense of purpose or reality. Those who come into your life are more apt to need your help than be in positions to help you. Artistic talents can be expressed, but cross words and obstruction create dissension in the neighbourhood. Beneficial colours are rose and silver. Lucky numbers are 3 and 11.

Tue Aug 26: Wits About You

Although the morning has a pleasant, sociable vibration, what you say and do can create something of a ruckus as the day goes on. Home is not necessarily where the heart is for the Ram, because someone seems to be trying to get your goat. Tricky manoeuvres will not work on you, so long as you keep your wits about you. Don't take chances with the budget, and don't make an ass of yourself at work. Beneficial colours are red coral and yellow sapphire. Lucky numbers are 4 and 6.

Wed Aug 27: Psychic Energy

It's time to break away from the burdens of the past. You may need to help a family member with a work or health-related difficulty. A friend or partner could ask for advice on a confidential matter. Secret societies seem surprisingly interesting. You will be inclined to look into the occult, interpretation of dreams, the subconscious mind, and psychic energy. Empowering colours are dark rose and amethyst. Lucky numbers are 12 and 4.

Thu Aug 28: House Of Romance

Today the Moon moves into regal Leo, the sign on the cusp of your fifth house of romance. Pleasure is what it's all about, Rams. Whether single, or attached, the romantic vibes are strong and you'll enjoy some delicious caterwauling as you pursue your rightful domain. Children will be fun, though you could meet with some obstruction from certain people in this area. This will be due to miscommunication. Advantageous colours are purple and lime. Lucky numbers are 5 and 7.

Fri Aug 29: Party Time

It's a dizzying sort of day, when the cosmic connections are changing so often that our lives seem more like rollercoasters. Your ideas and discussions focus on lawyers and legal matters, debates, contract negotiations, partnership or other alliances, and joint ventures of any kind. Controlling your reactions is the key. It's a fabulous night for a party, with strong sexual overtones that have a hint of the dark side. Don't deliberately antagonize others, or set out to arouse jealousy. Sensual colours are midnight blue and mulberry. Lucky numbers are 7 and 25.

Sat Aug 30: New Beginning

Much of the strain of past weeks begins to lift today, Rams. If you survived the frenetic partying, you will feel more inclined to settle down into some serious work, which will lead to the fulfilment of long-term aims. Partnership issues run smoothly and you are able to appreciate the good taste of your partner. It's time for a beautiful new beginning. Auspicious colours are charcoal and mandarin. Lucky numbers are 6 and 7.

Sun Aug 31: Pleasant Activities

Enjoy a calm and relaxing day today, it will be good for your health. Some pleasant sporting activity might be the go, perhaps a round or two of golf? If you are mystically inclined, a visit to a lodge or meeting of some sort of secret society may come up. A family member may unexpectedly experience a serious work or health-related difficulty. Beneficial colours are pale blue and yellow. Lucky numbers are 6 and 10.