For entertainment purposes only.

Most August 22 people are extremely patient, not wanting to rush for fear of spoiling their well- laid plans.  They generally map their future, sharpen their skills, or theorize in private for years and then at the proper moment act with great decisiveness and years of preparation behind them. 

August 22 people are fearless in carrying out their ideals. Whether their natural talent is great or modest they use it to the fullest.  They are rarely jealous of other in this respect knowing that "genius is one percent  inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration." 

Those born on August 22 are very loyal to their friends, family, associates, and co-workers.  While displaying a frank, tough and outspoken exterior, they rarely allow others access to their sensitive interior.

Making discoveries, solving mysteries and finding out secrets can amount to a mania with the curious types born on this day.  Many August 22 people are also fascinated with antiquity.  For them history is a vast uncharted adventure just waiting to be explored.  However, when they go off the deep end with hobbies or interests, they may risk neglecting family and friends.

Those born on the 22nd of the month are ruled by the number 4 (2+2=4). They often take the minority point of view with great assurance, they can arouse antagonism and make enemies.  Since 22 is a double number, people born on the 22nd of the month may be fascinated with twins, coincidences, and doubles of many kinds.

Those born on this day have a great love of food. 

Advice:  Remain open to suggestions.

Strengths:  Imaginative, patient and seasoned

Weaknesses:  Domineering, egotistical and inflexible

Born on this day:  Denton A. Cooley (implanted first artifical heart).  Carl Yastrzemski, H. Norman Schwarzkopf and W.A. Christiansen (developed the seeing eye-dog).

This Day in History: 

Aug 22, 1950-- Althea Gibson becomes first African-American on U.S. tennis tour