Ricksterscope: August 22, 2017 Daily Ricksterscope

5R’s – Incredible to 1R – Awful

Aries – You might have had a great time celebrating the solar eclipse yesterday, however, you’ll discover that you have a lot of work to do today. Fortunately, you still have quite a bit of energy to get it all done. Get busy and soon you’ll have a feeling of accomplishment. On another level, you could be tempted to give up on something or to cave in (even though that’s not like you). Know that you have to evaluate your life on your own terms - not someone else. Behind the scenes confusion could be disturbing around lunch time. Tonight: Relax and unwind, RRR

Taurus – You probably stayed home during the eclipse yesterday. You’ll want to come out of your shell and have a little fun today. Your playfulness is impressive - even if you have to work. Your good mood is infectious. And, perhaps the eclipse has helped to awaken your interest in out-of-the-ordinary states of being and consciousness. You have a very interesting balance of idealism and realism. You’re able to see the world as it is and also work to make it closer to what you’d like for it to be. Tonight: Having a ball. RRRRR

Gemini – After all the excitement of the eclipse yesterday, you’ll probably want to stay close to home today. It would be a good day to take off from work if you can. If not, perhaps you can arrange to work from home. Confusion reigns midday You might feel that you and an authority figure are on different planets. It gets better as the day progresses, however. You speak with a great deal of intensity and energy today, however others may still not receive your message the way you intended - yes, Mercury retrograde. Tonight: Comfortable at home. RRR

Cancer – You will have a lot to say today, and it could still be a challenge to get your point(s) across. Return phone calls, answer email messages, and check out your Facebook timeline. You might need to repeat yourself. Reach out to a neighbor or sibling at a distance, although the connection might not be good. You might feel a bit disoriented around Noon today, although your emotions are rich later in the day. Others may not necessarily understand your words, but they definitely understand your warm feelings/heart. Tonight: Hanging out. RRRR

Leo – You will likely need to deal with your finances today. Pay bills and balance the bank statement. You might have been a bit extravagant lately - what with all the excitement about the solar eclipse. You can make a financial adjustment now if you need to, although you may run into a cloudy financial issue around lunchtime. You might feel a need to reevaluate some of your relationships at this time. Don’t make any firm decisions for now. You’ll know what to do in a few weeks. Tonight: Count your change. RRR

Virgo – It could be that you weren’t much interested in all the solar eclipse hoopla yesterday. While you might have stayed out of sight then, you’re in the spotlight today. The Moon slides into your sign very early on, so it’s time to go for what you want. You might not be sure just what that is around Noon today, but you’ll figure it out eventually. Your testosterone level is off the charts later in the day, and you could get lucky. If so, it’s probably just a physical thing, and that’s just fine with you. Tonight: All smiles. RRRRR

Libra – You might have spent yesterday with friends and enjoying all the eclipse excitement with others. And, it might have worn you out as it appears that you’ll want to maintain a low profile today. It’s probably nothing serious. You just want a little R & R and some alone time. It’s pretty certain that you’ll bounce back in a day or two. Even so, you may wield a great deal of power today. Use it creatively or to work hard at creating something new and better. Tonight: Not to be found. RRR

Scorpio – Mysterious phenomenon such as solar eclipses are likely to fascinate you. Therefore, you probably played leader of the group in viewing the eclipse. Today, you’ll likely want to just be a part of the group and relax and enjoy yourself. Group endeavors are favored, so this would be a good day to hold a meeting if you need to. Your imagination is stimulated in a positive way today, and you will likely perceive the subtler aspects of the world around you rather easily. Tonight: Out with your pals. RRRRR

Sagittarius – Checking out the solar eclipse is just the type of adventure that would appeal to you. It’s something that is rare where you live, and it’s about objects in space - the Sun, the Moon, and also the earth. You likely enjoyed it. However, today you’ll have to come back down to earth and deal with some responsibilities. You may need to take charge of a work project or entertainment event. You’re intuition is also stimulated today, and you might understand what is on others’ minds without being told. Tonight: In the public eye. RRRR

Capricorn – You might not have been much interested in the solar eclipse hoopla. Most of you (but, not all) probably prefer to stay down to earth and deal with more practical concerns. Nevertheless, today you’re likely to be quite restless. You might want to look for something new and exciting in an effort to get yourself out of a rut. The unexpected happens around Noon today, and that should awaken you. Later in the day, reach out to someone at a distance and catch up on his or her news. Tonight: Let your mind wander. RRRRR

Aquarius – You might have been out and about with others and taking in all the solar eclipse excitement. You’re happy to defer to others in this case. Today, you’ll probably want to spend some time with someone that you deem special. Even you enjoy this intimacy at times - and, this is one of those times. But, first thing in the morning, you’ll want to let off some steam. You might also need to deal with credit issues or joint finances. Be careful at this time as you have lavish tastes and you might spend money that you don’t have. That would not be wise. Tonight: Togetherness works. RRRR

Pisces -- While you might have been working or handling various personal tasks, you probably marveled at the magnificent event - the total solar eclipse. Others are likely to want your attention today, and you could be quite popular. You may even need to sort through invitations. Choose carefully. You normally intuit others’ emotions very well. That is even more the case today. With such sensitivities, be careful with whom you associate. Now, verbal communication is a different matter. With Mercury continuing its retrograde movement, it’s easy to get your wires crossed. Tonight: Defer to others. RRRRR