Horoscope: Aug. 20

Aries (March 21-April 19): Life’s menu is filled with feelings. You usually prefer to order strong emotions. Today you may dally in lighter fare like whimsy.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): See if you can turn the high-pitched longing down in your mind. Stop yearning, and start acting like you already have it.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): You’ll be able to make light of a disagreement. Get on with the business of getting along.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Your happiness does not have to come at the expense of anyone else’s. Maybe it’s time to take your business elsewhere.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): New information might throw you. You may even fall out of the game for a few minutes. But you’ll be back because you love this game!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): What is commonly agreed upon will be accepted as truth. You may feel it’s your job to rock this foundation just for the fun of it.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You’ll be wheeling and dealing. Think about a number that makes you smile, and see whether you can get it.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): Expecting the same thing from your love time and again is the antithesis of romance. It will be up to you to add the spice.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll deepen your knowledge by teaching others. Remember that each person has a different way of learning. Be patient.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Any speaker who has delivered a eulogy knows the No. 1 rule: Do not speak ill of the dead. The rule applies today, perhaps regarding a historic figure.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It’s easy to be cheerful since you’re usually in a happy mood. You’ll be in a position to welcome others.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): The day is filled with words and sounds of deals coming together. Tonight calls for a long pause to reflect on the value of silence.

Today’s birthday (Aug. 20): You’ll gain power and confidence in 2011. Aquarius and Aries people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 2, 51, 25 and 16.