CR Times Horoscope – Aug 12th to Aug 18th


	ARIES March 21 – April 20 Wanting to win (especially in the realm of love and romance) can cause you to be over-competitive in trying to make your point of view the dominant one. The early part of the week could find you caught up in this emotional adventure. Keep in mind that the best “journeys” of the heart are those taken together. Open your heart, share the karma you have funded to date and make this a win/win for both of you.
	TAURUS April 21 – May 21 This week is highlighted by lots of external activity. Being out in the public eye is a tonic for your soul and it could become easy to get carried away. Mid-week there is a social event that could be more important that you might realize. People are paying attention so make certain you don’t go overboard (even if those around are). Have fun but remember that it’s easier to lose a reputation than it is to rebuild one!!
	GEMINI May 22 – June 21 Quirks of fate, random (but not really!!) encounters, and a couple of “one off” experiences make this an interesting week. There is a real chance to make a career move or change starting the week. Your hunches are on target so follow them even if they fly in the face of conventional wisdom. There is a strong spiritual undercurrent that is moving you along with it. Don’t fight the tide-go with the karmic flow.
	CANCER June 22 – July 23 Feelings of disorganization and apathy make trying to get anything positive done in the career/work realm difficult this week. The feeling that something or someone is working against you causes you to pull back emotionally. What is called for now is to recognize that you are actually creating a self-defeating prophecy. If you can let the past go, you can reclaim your future. Make this the goal by week’s end.
	LEO July 24 – August 23 This is a great time to enjoy some tranquility given the frenetic pace of the recent past. Your find yourself feeling balanced in both your personal and professional relationships. Towards the end of the week an unusual opportunity may appear that could result in some pleasant changes. Take your time and examine it with care. There’s no need to rush as karma has set the table for you. Enjoy the “feast”.
	VIRGO August 24 – September 23 Emotions and thoughts are unfocused this week leading to problems in terms of decision making. Making snap decisions based only on feelings could leave you coming up short both in the areas of money and love. What is called for is to remember that your worth is not measured by the size of your wallet but, rather, the size of your heart. By week’s end you will have to decide what really matters so choose carefully.
	LIBRA September 24 – October 23 Getting from point A to point B-both mentally and physically-are going to be a challenge this week. You bounce from one idea to the next. Projects or tasks you thought you had completed may need to be revised or redone. Mid-week finds you doubting certain facts you had relied. The best course is to postpone agreeing to anything long term until the picture clears. Better safe than sorry.
	SCORPIO October 24 – November 22 Continuing to reconcile the past with the future while remaining in the present is the challenge for this week. Rather than fretting over those things that have passed, use the knowledge gained as a foundation for building the future that you desire. Family interactions near the week’s end may bring up some old “ghosts” that can now be confronted and laid to rest. Release your fears and dare to dream once more.
	SAGITTARIUS November 23 – December 22 Words are powerful and this week could demonstrate just how powerful they can be. Something said (texted, emailed, etc) off the cuff could have a significant impact in the financial realm. Keeping a firm grip on your principals can help weather this particularly storm. The beginning of the week could raise the curtain on some creative possibilities on several fronts so take advantage of them.
	CAPRICORN December 23 – January 20 This week could be challenging as your daily routine/grind is losing its luster. For all your recent efforts, you feel that there is a lack of recognition from those in authority positions. What is called for is to realistically examine whether what you are doing is truly fulfilling beyond the monetary aspects. Answering this question will provide a fresh point of view and could lead to a dramatic decision mid-week.
	AQUARIUS January 21 – February 19 Unusual and/or unexpected encounters are more important than they seem this week. Committing to a course of action (or person) is going to be difficult as your idealism may not align with the reality of the situation. As a result energy and time may be wasted near the end of the week. Take particular care to avoid impulsive actions as carelessness and impracticality could lead to unintended and unpleasant outcomes.
	PISCES February 20 – March 20 An intense romantic encounter at the beginning of the week could dramatically alter your existing plans. A new perception of what you want and who you are refocuses your energies and resources. A vivid dream or other type of psychical experience is likely as well. You may well be called on to make a leap of faith although the outcome is not yet clear. Trust in your process and step towards the future.